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1. Gardenia Los Gatos
4.2
Awesome(195)
$$$$
• Contemporary French • Los Gatos
Booked 23 times today
New dinner schedule: Tuesday to Sunday from 5pm to 9pm. HH schedule: Tuesday to Sunday 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Brunch schedule: Tuesday to Friday from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Saturday and Sunday from 9:30am to 2:30pm. New spring and summer brunch and dinner menu started on May 20th. Live music Fri & Sat. Nestled in a historic Victorian building in the heart of vibrant downtown Los Gatos, we offer brunch, dinner, and a lively happy hour, featuring a distinctive French-Asian fusion menu with a good local twist. Open seven days a week, Gardenia also serves as a welcoming coffee house, with beans sourced from around the world. In addition, we’re a popular venue for private events, known for our inviting atmosphere and exceptional service.Gardenia offers a unique seating experience, with traditional restaurant tables available both indoors and outdoors. For a more relaxed setting, we also provide comfortable couches in both areas—perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.
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2. Locanda Ischia
4.7
Exceptional(100)
$$$$
• Italian • San Jose
Booked 23 times today
Locanda Restaurants are rooted in cherished homestyle recipes passed down from the founders’ mother, offering an elevated yet authentic taste of Italy. With a family-friendly atmosphere, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and genuine hospitality, each visit is designed to make guests feel warmly welcomed and effortlessly at home.Happy Hour:Friday-Sunday 4pm-6pm First Come First Serve
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3. Rustic House Oyster Bar and Grill - Los Altos
4.5
Awesome(318)
$$$$
• Seafood • Los Altos
Booked 12 times today
Rustic House Oyster Bar & Grill is not just another restaurant. It’s the only restaurant that offers the best and freshest quality seafood in a comfortable, casual and exciting environment. We wanted a place to share the best times with family and friends. Every one of our senses will be stimulated from taste and smell, too look and feel! We put a lot of great thought & pride into who we are. As the only restaurant in Los Altos that offers such an experience, we strive to set a new standard in casual dining for our community.The Bar is open until 8:45 pm Sunday through Thursday and 9:45 pm Friday/Saturday.
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4. Il Fornaio- Mountain View
4.3
Awesome(397)
$$$$
• Italian • Mountain View
Booked 21 times today
Il Fornaio is celebrated for its authentic, award-winning Italian cuisine, premium wine selections and craft cocktails. Signature dishes include housemade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, grilled entrees and seasonal salads. Guests enjoy a warm, elegant indoor atmosphere and al fresco dining on our patio, perfect for romantic dinners, business lunches, or special celebrations. Located in the heart of Mountain View, Il Fornaio offers an unforgettable Italian dining experience.Complimentary parking is available in multiple nearby garages.
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5. Toro
4.6
Exceptional(834)
$$$$
• Sushi • Carmel
Booked 15 times today
Toro offers creative Japanese cuisine, and we believe in sourcing high quality ingredients. Our beverage program has a lovely sake and wine collection, as well as some creative sake cocktail creations. Join us soon!
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6. 888 Ristorante Italiano
5.0
Exceptional(711)
$$$$
• Italian • San Carlos
Booked 10 times today
If you’ve ever enjoyed the 888 dining experience, you know it’s not like your average Bay Area Italian restaurant. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown San Carlos, 888 Ristorante Italiano brings authentic flavors of Italy to Laurel Street. 888 was created from a passion for Italian cuisine that’s deep-rooted in the Maddalena family. Owner Vince Maddalena and Chef Raul learned their craft through growing up in the restaurant industry. Specifically, Maddalena’s, owned by Vince’s dad for over 30 years in Palo Alto. When Vince’s dad closed shop, Vince knew he wanted to continue sharing his passion for food with the public. And so 888 was born! When it comes to cooking, we never take shortcuts. Almost all of our menu is made in-house and we keep things fresh by changing our dishes as seasons come and go. Enjoy our intimate dining experience with a significant other, family and friends or just let us know if you have a large group and we would be happy to accommodate. Your host, Vincenzo Maddalena, would like to welcome you to his restaurant for a unique dining experience of authentic Italian cuisine. Buon Appetito!
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7. Pacific's Edge
4.7
Exceptional(3641)
$$$$
• American • Carmel
Booked 69 times today
Nestled on the craggy bluffs of Carmel Highlands and offering spectacular views of the California coastline, Pacific’s Edge lives up to a well-earned reputation as a destination restaurant. Using ingredients inspired by the local bounty from land and sea, a creative culinary team curates seasonal menus complemented by a storied wine list. Where California casual meets refined dining in a one-of-a-kind location, Pacific’s Edge will surely delight all the senses.
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8. Divino Belmont
4.9
Exceptional(1331)
$$$$
• Italian • Belmont
Booked 4 times today
Divino Ristorante serves delicious, authentic regional Italian cuisine, in a casually elegant and comfortable setting. Since first opening its doors on Ralston Avenue in Belmont, it has enjoyed rave reviews for its beautifully prepared and presented Italian fare and excellent service. Conveniently located on Ralston Avenue near El Camino Real, you can enjoy the freshest pasta, salads, seafood, veal, chicken and lamb dishes attractively presented with the experience of dining in Italy. Allow our professional staff to assist you in choosing the perfect wine from any region of Italy to perfectly complement your meal. For your next dinner with friends or family, or for a romantic dinner for two, you can count on Divino.
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9. Cafe Wisteria
4.8
Exceptional(645)
$$$$
• American • Menlo Park
Booked 14 times today
Classic Ambiance. Savory Fares. Locally Sourced Produce.Cafe Wisteria is a woman owned & operated restaurant & catering company located on the 3.5 acre blossom-filled grounds of the Allied Arts Guild in Menlo Park. Our ethos include using organic and local produce, supporting our community vendors, and always executing exceptional epicurean experiences—for a table of one to a banquet for all. We invite you to dine with us in the serene setting of our restaurant, host your special event in our elegant and historic space, or simply use our catering service to bring a customized feast to your next celebration.
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10. All Spice – San Mateo
4.8
Exceptional(1079)
$$$$
• Californian • San Mateo
Booked 1 time today
Enjoy our oft-changing 3, 4 or 5-course Chef's menu for dinner inside our charming cottage. Outdoor seating is currently unavailable.Come take a special journey when you dine at our charming restaurant.Husband-and-wife team Sachin Chopra and Shoshana Wolff have turned a 1906 Victorian house into a pioneering dining destination that showcases Modern Californian Cuisine. It's local and seasonal whenever possible, but is also so much more. Sachin stretches beyond his classical training to create elegantly composed dishes that subtly hint at Indian, Japanese, Norwegian, Mediterranean and other worldly influences. The result is a unique cuisine with its own distinctive point of view. Warm, professional service and a thoughtful wine list enhance the experience.We can't wait to see you!

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