Enjoying a meal at Falafel’s Drive-In is a truly unique experience. For starters, this place has the classic look of a 1950s-style drive-in burger joint; in fact, when owner Anton Nijmeh first opened the place back in 1966, he served burgers and fries. Since that time, however, the menu has grown and changed, and Falafel's […]
Walia Ethiopian Cuisine has been serving Ethiopian fare to San Jose locals since 2011, and during that time this eatery has become a magnet for folks seeking out tasty, healthy food. As an added bonus, Ethiopian food is mostly gluten-free and veggie heavy, so Walia is a good choice for diners with dietary restrictions. If […]
Happy Lemon specializes in bubble tea, freshly squeezed juices, and house-made smoothies, so next time you're feeling thirsty, consider heading down to this popular San Jose restaurant. Regulars say that if it's your first visit you should consider ordering one of the shop's most traditional offerings: black tea with salted cheese. The "cheese" is actually […]
Residents of San Jose have lots of options when it comes to Vietnamese restaurants, but it seems that no matter who you ask, Vung Tau is on the list of the region’s very best offerings. This restaurant first opened in the mid-1980s, and it's been popular ever since. What makes this restaurant so beloved? First […]
You can only wish that chef Nick Difu and his kitchen were next door to you, but the next best thing is a trip to Nick’s Next Door in Silicon Valley’s Los Gatos. The Zagat-rated American bistro offers high-end cuisine in a classy-but-comfortable atmosphere, both at their indoor dining room and relaxed patio seating area. […]
Everyone loves getting a little bit of everything at a buffet. Why decide on an entrée when you can sample all of your favorites? Flights restaurant and bar couldn’t agree more, and have given a classy spin to the buffet sampling idea. They serve tapas-style small plates and classy bar drinks, but in a variety […]
New hot spot Braise brings a welcome mix of inventive food and drinks to the Willow Glen neighborhood. The reception has already been overwhelmingly positive for how little time this eatery has been open, and the restaurant is already drawing a following of regulars. Expect a long list of craft cocktails in addition to their […]
Chef Chris Yeo is considered one of the first to do Asian fusion fare in the Bay Area, and he has the accolades to prove it from the James Beard Foundation, the Smithsonian Institute, and even the United Nations. At The Province in the Bay 101 Casino, Chef Yeo matches the splendor of the eatery—some […]
It's important to have a go-to coffee shop in the neighborhood, and for plenty of San Jose locals, that coffee shop is Social Policy. Thanks to its location on South 1st Street, this place draws plenty of regulars, who you'll find lining up for their morning coffee and pastries every day of the week. The […]
Orchard City Kitchen specializes in shareable small plates, which means this place is popular with groups. The more people at your table, the more dishes you get to taste. The menu is divided into vegetables poultry, meat, and Japanese-style dishes, and Yelp reviewers recommend that you order items from each of these categories in order […]