Blending Vietnamese cooking techniques with international flavors such as French, Chinese and Thai, Vung Tau is located on Santa Clara Street. Offering a range of authentic Vietnamese dishes with a modern, innovative twist, the menu here features several beef, pork, seafood, poultry as well as vegetarian preparations. Their use of locally sourced, fresh ingredients is evident in the sublime flavors of dishes such as Com Bo Luc Lac, bahn khot and papaya salad, which come highly recommended. The restaurant itself is an elegant affair, with mood lighting and comfortable seating; definitely worth a visit.

Fresh local ingredients blend with authentic Ethiopian recipes and exotic African spices at Mudai Restaurant in Central San Jose. The aromatic fare is enough to tempt you seat yourself at this charming eatery on San Carlos Street. Although the menu features several meat dishes such as gored gored, lamb tibs and chicken doro, Mudai is best known for its veggie/vegan menu. Delicious offerings like mitten shiro, Alicha Atkilt, among many others are reasons why this place is such a respite for vegetarians and vegans in Downtown San Jose. Also on offer here is a small selection of beers, of which the Ethiopian beer complements the gorgeous vibrant meals here verily. They also have a take out menu, check the website for more information.

Straits has a long tradition of excellent Singaporean cuisine. Having developed a reputation with their restaurants in Palo Alto and San Francisco, Straits Cafe's latest offering in Santana Row is a further extension of this popular brand. The atmosphere is bustling with an attentive and efficient wait-staff. The ambiance with its authentic decor is like a trip to Singapore but without the jet lag! Their many fish, beef and vegetable entrees provide a delectable mix and desserts like the Mango Mousse or Lava Cake are perfect conclusions to a wonderful meal. Live jazz Thursday nights beginning at 9. DJ Sounds Friday and Saturday nights.