San Jose Restaurants

One of the all time classic restaurants in San Jose, Original Joe's has been around since 1956. The waiters are never far away and the bartenders are truly one of a kind. It is the only restaurant in the area that is open until... more

Amber India, in Santana Row, has an inviting atmosphere that's elegant, comfortable and sophisticated. With traditional and contemporary Indian cuisine, Amber India's menu offers dishes made with only the finest and freshest in... more

This original Bay Area Middle Eastern joint looks like a beat-up drive-in, but it is one of San Jose's oldest foreign restaurants. In fact, it is a landmark. Since the 1960s, the falafels and gyros have been some of the best an... more

This elegant space serves some of the finest authentic Northern Indian cuisine in the Bay Area. Indian ex-pats and fans of Indian food come here to enjoy rich dishes of curries and tandoori made with chicken, seafood, beef, lam... more

Since 1994 this restaurant with its Caribbean-influenced menu has been offering San Jose tongues a respite from the dining ordinary. Hispanic Magazine even went so far to crown it as one the 'Top 50 Spanish Restaurants in the C... more

Picasso's is an exquisite little Spanish eatery opened up on Santa Clara Street. Enjoy a fancy but relaxed environment with a decent selection of Tapas, both chilled and warm. Try Ensalada Picasso and the signature Albondigas c... more

The Cheesecake Factory is surely the place to go when craving a rich and delectable slice of the mouth-watering dessert, but this restaurant offers much more. Serving appetizers, lunch, dinner, late night dining, Sunday Brunch,... more

Of the several restaurants in Japantown, this is one of the most authentic, and it is the only one with tatami rooms. The waitresses wear kimonos and the sushi chefs are always engaged in some sort of banter. All give great ser... more

Crowds of college students, professors, and upscale professional types make getting a table at Osteria restaurant problematical on Friday and Saturday nights, but the wait is worth it. The food is unfussy and but beautifully pr... more

If you crave excellent teriyaki delights, then this is the place for you. It specializes in teriyaki and the spare ribs are locally famous. Also try the Teriyaki Mackerel or the Salmon. The decor is traditionally Japanese and t... more