This excellent and cozy British-style pub called Rose and Crown Pub offers award-winning fish and chips, along with an impressive selection of draft beers from Britain and elsewhere. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is totally casual. You can cram into the bar at night with the mixed crowd of British expatriates and Anglophiles and play darts or relax on the patio outside. Rotating kitchen specials have included hard cider pork chops, perfect with a pint of Guinness. Please check their website for updates on their regular events.
The Wine Room is literally as its name suggests: a dining space resembling the drawing room of a house rather than an establishment with a traditional bar counter. It is situated in a one-story house with a flat red roof and a bright outdoor lamp at its entrance, exuding a rustic charm. Inside there are sofas in red and cream hues with quirky patterns, mantelpieces with vases, black couches, and whimsical decor that adds a rather Asian glamor to the place. The idea is to taste globe-spanning wines in the way one wishes to, without worrying about critical reviews, the preferences of wine connoisseurs and the price of the bottle. Guests can sip wine such as Pinot Grigio, Rhône Blend, Riesling Spätlese, Tempranillo, Merlot and J Vineyards. The bar also serves a selection of tapas platters like Marinated Olives and wine-infused desserts. For the best experience, join the Wine Club and check their website for regular events. This lounge also host engagements, birthdays, theme parties, business functions and wedding receptions.
La Bodeguita del Medio brings authentic Cuban flavor and flair to Palo Alto - its other location - the original, is in Havana, Cuba. The restaurant features Cuban favorites for lunch and dinner such as arroz con pollo (chicken and rice with plantains) and seafood paella. Salads, vegetarian dishes, Cuban pulled pork sandwiches, plantain chips and several types of seafood are also available. The bar features a full cocktail menu, one of the largest selections of rum available, an extensive wine list, and Cuban beers that are not available anywhere else in the area. A traditional Cuban meal finishes with a cigar, glass of rum and dessert: after dinner guests are welcome to choose a cigar from the walk-in humidor and take their cigars and drinks into the indoor cigar divan (lounge) or outdoor patio.
Far cry away from pretentious restaurants, this simple dining establishment focuses on good service and delicious food. Serving the colorful and spicy yet flavorful Mexican cuisine, Reposado has its fair share of loyalists. While perusing through the menu, it is evident that its kitchen follows traditional recipes with contemporary influence, thereby catering to urban tastes and retaining authenticity as well. Apart from that, this place also serves excellent wine, beers and tequilas that are sourced from all around the globe. For reservations and other details, call ahead.
You are immediately soaked into the scene upon entering this charming eatery in Willow Glen. The chefs at Aqui Cal-Mex concoct a wonderfully varied fusion of Californian and Mexican cuisines that defies categorization. A little Asian influence is thrown in for even more variety. The daily specials are always magnificent. You can eat inside the Southwestern-styled dining room, where it is always packed, or you can lounge seated across the patio tables. For the more adventurous, 40 kinds of tequila are offered in the Saddle Bar, which also has its own menu. Do not miss the specialty margaritas and martinis at the bar.
Located off the Interstate 280 in San Jose, Palermo Italian Restaurant is known for its authentic Sicilian eats. Opened in 2017, this restaurant is owned by Diane and Renato Cusimano. They serve a variety of traditional pastas and pizzas that will keep you coming back for more. During the warm summer months, patrons can sit outdoors in the patio and enjoy their choice of dishes. They also offer space to host private events like parties, celebrations and gatherings.
If the shade of the lush green trees, cool breeze, quiet solitude and calm is your idea of a perfect meal then head to Parkside Grill. Located under towering redwood trees, the restaurant offers sweeping views of the Portola Valley. The menu is primarily Californian with dishes like Grilled Natural Dry-Aged Hangar Steak, Pepper Crusted Rare Ahi Tuna, Spicy Chilli Relleno, Saffron Seafood Rissotto and Asian Chicken Salad. The restaurant is difficult to locate, however, once found, it becomes a secret destination to escape the hum-drum of a busy life. The bar serves alcohol to lift up the spirits and the occasional live entertainment must not be missed.
Town is a great neighborhood restaurant that offers up the freshest in produce, seafood and meat and strives to be as seasonal in their dishes as possible. Their menu is filled with interesting and delicious choices that includes many steak cut options Savor their Drunken Bourbon Filet Tips, Filet Mignon Sliders, New Orleans BBQ Shrimp and the much talked about Warm Napa Cabbage Salad for those veggie lovers. The ambiance is chic but cozy with a large open bar in the center. Their staff is knowledgeable and will gladly share their opinions on the extensive wine list that features mostly local wines along with Washington and Oregon vineyards.
Catch a game or simply unwind with friends at this lively establishment, which happens to be one of the oldest bars in region. The historic space housing the 7 Mile House opened for business in 1863, and has been a stagecoach stop and a gambling den among others during its rich history. The bar sees a huge crowd of locals cheering for their favorite team on game days. There's a great choice of beers and other spirits to keep you cheering through the game. Apart from this, there's also an extensive menu of pub fare and comfort food favorites if you're feeling hungry. Live jam sessions and other events like karaoke nights keeps the crowds coming on other days. Check website for more.
The Wine Room is literally as its name suggests: a dining space resembling the drawing room of a house rather than an establishment with a traditional bar counter. It is situated in a one-story house with a flat red roof and a bright outdoor lamp at its entrance, exuding a rustic charm. Inside there are sofas in red and cream hues with quirky patterns, mantelpieces with vases, black couches, and whimsical decor that adds a rather Asian glamor to the place. The idea is to taste globe-spanning wines in the way one wishes to, without worrying about critical reviews, the preferences of wine connoisseurs and the price of the bottle. Guests can sip wine such as Pinot Grigio, Rhône Blend, Riesling Spätlese, Tempranillo, Merlot and J Vineyards. The bar also serves a selection of tapas platters like Marinated Olives and wine-infused desserts. For the best experience, join the Wine Club and check their website for regular events. This lounge also host engagements, birthdays, theme parties, business functions and wedding receptions.
Roy's Station Coffee & Teas is located in heart of Japantown, and it does well to incorporate Asian details in the decor as well as the menu of the cafe. A neighborhood cafe that sees clientele from all over the local community, there is seating space inside, as well as ample space by the patio as well. The decor is simple with Japanese elements such as origami flowers, and toys, colors and story books for kids. They have a number of teas and coffees on offer, with a wide range of options such as iced lychee tea, oolong tea, spiced mocha, churro latte, vanilla toffee frappe, along with a number of sweet and savory baked goodies.
Located in the heart of Fremont, Mission Pizza is as its name suggests a pizzeria known for their innovative American-style gourmet pizzas. Also a popular party venue, they are known to call in some of the city's most popular local music artists to put on a show for their guests. Their menu is definitely pizza-centric, but they do offer a decent selection of calzones, sandwiches, pub grubs and drinks offering a truly diverse American dining experience. Some of their specialties include the Little Piggy, ’55 Bacon Cheeseburger, and the Andromeda Skye’s Galaxy.