Santa Clara County Restaurants

The Forbes Mill Steakhouse provides Los Gatos locals the opportunity to live life lavishly. Guests can relax at white linen topped tables next to a roaring fire while pouring over the decadent menu. In true steakhouse fashion, Forbes Mill offers an assortment of cuts ranging from the petite 8 ounce Filet Mignon to the larger 24 oounce Porterhouse. On top of the steaks, diners can choose to add a Béarnaise, Cabernet Demi-Glace, or Cognac Peppercorn sauce for extra flavor. For marine options, the menu boasts entrees such as Seafood Risotto, filled jumbo prawns, scallops, and sea bass or Ahi Tuna …

At the Kyoto Palace, the wall between the table and kitchen disappears, immersing diners in a theatrical show of culinary delights. Located in Campbell, guests sit around a large grill, watching in amazement as the chef juggles, spins, and slices the ingredients in an agile but elaborate way. Offering a selection of beef, chicken, seafood, or vegetables, guests choose an entrée to be grilled before their eyes, ending with the chef flipping the final product straight from the grill to the plates. Dinner specials include Soup, Salad, Shrimp Appetizer, Hibachi Vegetables, Steamed Rice and hot Green Tea. A more lavish …

In the heart of San Jose’s Business District lies Vito’s Trattoria, an authentic Italian eatery featuring an array of lunch and dinner options. Menu choices include a variety of salads, pastas, sandwiches, pizzas, entrées, and desserts. For dinner, locals rave about the juicy Ossobuco Siciliano and the Scallop, Prawn & Mussel Picatta. Complete your meal with a sweet treat like the scrumptious Cannoli or Tiramisu. Gluten free and vegetarian alternatives are also available. Guests will appreciate the extensive wine list with handpicked wines which perfectly complement any meal. For a quick and casual bite to eat, stop in the adjoining …

Azuma Japanese Cuisine, located on Stevens Creek Boulevard and North Portal Street, is a restaurant that stays true to Japanese traditions. The restaurant is a far cry from those flashy sushi bars serving Dragon or Philadelphia rolls. At Azuma, guests can be sure to find dishes that are staples of Japanese home-cooking. Deep fried Chicken Karaage and Alaskan Black Cod Kasuzuke are menu favorites, but Azuma’s most ordered menu item is the Agedashi Tofu. This fried tofu preparation is a dish of few ingredients, but is prepared using a technique that Azuma’s chefs have perfected. The Agedashi appetizer is served …

Nothing cures the stress of the workday quite like a cold brewski. Faultline Brewery has over 20 different styles of brews that cover the entire spectrum of beer. The massive wooden dining area provides the perfect view of the adjacent lake, where guests can lounge on the patio, sip a beer, and enjoy the beautiful view. The restaurant is a great place for groups of any size, and the brewpub offers a variety of dishes that are perfect to share with friends. If choosing a brew from the long list of beers becomes difficult, beer aficionados can order the 10 …

Mezcal is a unique Mexican food restaurant located in downtown San Jose that specializes in authentic Oaxacan cuisine. This vibrant and casual eatery offers home-style menu options with recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. Mezcal is known for its signature Moles, ranging from mild to spicy, and its notorious Mezcalita: a bold cocktail similar to a margarita blended with mezcal instead of tequila. For adventurous patrons, Mezcal offers the Chapuline appetizer of sautéed grasshoppers with garlic, lime, and salt. The restaurant is embellished with charming red brick walls and indigenous Mexican artwork. Guests can also enjoy …

The House of Genji provides San Jose residents both dinner and a show. Serving teppan-yaki style Japanese cuisine, the House of Genji prepares a selection of chicken, beef, and seafood right before diners' eyes. The menu highlights specialty combinations, one including prawns and a choice of Filet Mignon or New York Steak. These meaty entrees include soup, shrimp appetizer, steamed rice, vegetables, and Ginger tea for a complete Japanese experience. The chefs arrive at the table ready to entertain guests with their showmanship skills of grilling and slicing while teasing the senses with the sights and smells of the readying …

In the tiny Mexican pueblo of Santa Clara del Cobre, craftsmen still utilize old methods to produce copper goods of high merit. This devotion to integrity and skill influenced the creators of restaurant, Casa de Cobre, on Big Basin Way between 4th and 5th Street. The restaurant’s name, which translates to “House of Copper”, is a nod to the people of Santa Clare del Cobre, whose belief to never take short cuts has been adopted by the restaurant. The quality preparation shines through in the food; fresh Dungeness Crab Enchiladas are bursting with crab meat, and the Taquito de slow …

Experience the elegance of the Old World at Arya Global Cuisine in the town of Cupertino on Stevens Creek Blvd. The philosophy of Arya is a blend of Italian and Middle Eastern cuisines. On the Persian side of the menu, guests can choose from dishes that elicit the contrast of flavors that set Persian cuisine apart from other Middle Eastern plates. Arya uses exotic spices like saffron, dried fruits and nuts to create traditional Persian flavor combinations that will excite and surprise guests. The Pomegranate Pistachio Meatballs are a perfect example of the contrast between sweet and savory. Kebab plates …

Located in Palo Alto, Manta is a modern casual establishment that serves Indian cuisine. However, Manta hasn’t left the Indian culinary tradition. They still serve healthy, fresh, and shareable dishes that you, your family, and friends will enjoy. In addition to keep the establishment family friendly, Manta offers a broad selection of entrees in two sizes: individual and shareable. This keeps the act of dinner a family event. The food and dinner table acts as bridge to cross, visit, and understand to your friends and families lives. This is Mantra’s mantra.