The best restaurants in Cupertino

330 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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No-frills neighborhood spot serving up informal Mexican grub such as tacos, burritos & tortas.

4610 International Blvd (Oakland)

No-frills neighborhood spot serving up informal Mexican grub such as tacos, burritos & tortas.

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Sendo Sushi

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Shopping-center Japanese joint serving sushi & typical cooked fare, Monday to Friday only.

3730 N First St #115 (San Jose)

Shopping-center Japanese joint serving sushi & typical cooked fare, Monday to Friday only.

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Pizza Guys

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Pizzeria chain offering build-your-own pies, along with spaghetti, wings & salad.

1347 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Pizzeria chain offering build-your-own pies, along with spaghetti, wings & salad.

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Seto Restaurant

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Tastefully decorated Japanese fixture for sushi, diverse cooked dishes & lunch specials.

511 Borregas Ave (Sunnyvale)

Tastefully decorated Japanese fixture for sushi, diverse cooked dishes & lunch specials.

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Relaxed, late-night eatery featuring pizzas, burgers and wings for dine-in, pickup and delivery.

1438 Broadway (Oakland)

Relaxed, late-night eatery featuring pizzas, burgers and wings for dine-in, pickup and delivery.

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Low-key Japanese eatery preparing a variety of sushi as well as noodles & teriyaki dishes.

4755 Quail Lakes Dr Unit A (Stockton)

Low-key Japanese eatery preparing a variety of sushi as well as noodles & teriyaki dishes.

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Vip Pizza

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Sourdough crust pizzas and other comfort foods are served at this casual place with a bar.

3499 Brookside Rd # D (Stockton)

Sourdough crust pizzas and other comfort foods are served at this casual place with a bar.

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Bloom pizzeria

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Comfortably laid-back, fan-favorite eatery turning out NY-style pies along with thin-crust options, wings and cannolis.

1917 San Pablo Ave (Oakland)

Comfortably laid-back, fan-favorite eatery turning out NY-style pies along with thin-crust options, wings and cannolis.

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Family-run restaurant featuring Nayarit-style seafood dishes, fish tacos and burritos.

100 W Hamilton Ave (Campbell)

Family-run restaurant featuring Nayarit-style seafood dishes, fish tacos and burritos.

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Agave Uptown

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Upscale Oaxacan-Californian cuisine offered in a chic, cozy space with culturally inspired accents.

2135 Franklin St (Oakland)

Upscale Oaxacan-Californian cuisine offered in a chic, cozy space with culturally inspired accents.

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Casual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.

1724 Miramonte Ave (Mountain View)

Casual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.

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Indian-flavored eatery featuring creative pizzas such as tandoori chicken and paneer, plus wings and beer.

4190 N First St Unit 50 (San Jose)

Indian-flavored eatery featuring creative pizzas such as tandoori chicken and paneer, plus wings and beer.

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City Pizza

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Sesame-crusted pizzeria serving traditional pies alongside wings and calzones.

880 W Hamilton Ave (Campbell)

Sesame-crusted pizzeria serving traditional pies alongside wings and calzones.

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Long-running chain serving pizzas with customizable toppings & sauces in a simple space.

415 N Mary Ave (Sunnyvale)

Long-running chain serving pizzas with customizable toppings & sauces in a simple space.

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TGI's Sushi

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Cozy sushi specialist offering basic, creative & vegetarian rolls, plus udon & entrees.

100 W Hamilton Ave C (Campbell)

Cozy sushi specialist offering basic, creative & vegetarian rolls, plus udon & entrees.

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Sushi Zono

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Long-standing strip-mall Japanese eatery serving sushi, teriyaki, udon & other traditional bites.

831 W Hamilton Ave (Campbell)

Long-standing strip-mall Japanese eatery serving sushi, teriyaki, udon & other traditional bites.

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Las Guerreras

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Mother-daughter outpost serving traditional Mexican fare in a tiny outpost with outdoor seating.

907 Washington St (Oakland)

Mother-daughter outpost serving traditional Mexican fare in a tiny outpost with outdoor seating.

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Comfortable option for fresh, flavor-packed sushi handrolls plus sake, drinks and seafood starters.

1738 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

Comfortable option for fresh, flavor-packed sushi handrolls plus sake, drinks and seafood starters.

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Ebiko

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Low-key joint offering a wide array of fresh sushi rolls and rice bowls for takeout.

4150 Piedmont Ave (Oakland)

Low-key joint offering a wide array of fresh sushi rolls and rice bowls for takeout.

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Guadalajara

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Spacious no-frills spot featuring Mexican fare & a full bar along with live music & karaoke.

1001 Fruitvale Ave (Oakland)

Spacious no-frills spot featuring Mexican fare & a full bar along with live music & karaoke.

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Philomena

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Neighborhood pizza place with hearty American dishes & drinks served in hip, industrial-chic digs.

1801 14th Ave (Oakland)

Neighborhood pizza place with hearty American dishes & drinks served in hip, industrial-chic digs.

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El Pollo Loco

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Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.

1299 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.

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Posh Bagel

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Casual coffee shop whose bagels (including cinnamon raisin, jalapeño cheese and lox) come in 20+ types.

1040 Grant Rd #185 (Mountain View)

Casual coffee shop whose bagels (including cinnamon raisin, jalapeño cheese and lox) come in 20+ types.

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Salvadoran and Mexican comfort food served in a casual space that's known for pupusas.

5479 Mission St (San Francisco)

Salvadoran and Mexican comfort food served in a casual space that's known for pupusas.

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Casual joint featuring build-your-own poke bowls alongside housemade sauces and rolls, plus salads and gluten-free options.

1040 Grant Rd Ste 360 (Mountain View)

Casual joint featuring build-your-own poke bowls alongside housemade sauces and rolls, plus salads and gluten-free options.

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Chill, wood-clad eatery offering Hawaiian poke made with a variety of seafood & Asian flavors.

1308 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Chill, wood-clad eatery offering Hawaiian poke made with a variety of seafood & Asian flavors.

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New York Pizza

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NYC-inspired joint supplies crisp-crust pizza & calzones, including super-sized King Kong pies.

1040 Grant Rd #310 (Mountain View)

NYC-inspired joint supplies crisp-crust pizza & calzones, including super-sized King Kong pies.

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Sushi Boat Town

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Casual Japanese eatery serving nigiri & rolled sushi as well as teriyaki dishes & classic desserts.

7130 Santa Teresa Blvd (San Jose)

Casual Japanese eatery serving nigiri & rolled sushi as well as teriyaki dishes & classic desserts.

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Taco Bell

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Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

1298 Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

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All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ & hot pot meals are the specialty at this bright, informal restaurant.

3085 Meridian Ave (San Jose)

All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ & hot pot meals are the specialty at this bright, informal restaurant.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

53 W El Camino Real (Mountain View)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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Taqueria known for huge portions and Mexican comfort food served into the wee hours.

4817 Mission St (San Francisco)

Taqueria known for huge portions and Mexican comfort food served into the wee hours.

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Breakfast spot for Southern grub featuring beignets (traditional fried-dough pastries), waffles, biscuits and chicken fried steak.

2071 Camden Ave (San Jose)

Breakfast spot for Southern grub featuring beignets (traditional fried-dough pastries), waffles, biscuits and chicken fried steak.

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Perbacco

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Perbacco is your move when you want an authentic Italian dining experience that still feels like a treat. Seasonal dishes, big flavor, and…

230 California St (San Francisco)

Perbacco is your move when you want an authentic Italian dining experience that still feels like a treat. Seasonal dishes, big flavor, and a quietly confident kitchen make it ideal for catching up with friends or turning a normal Tuesday into something worth texting about.

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Rich Table

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When you want a meal that tastes like SF at its best, Rich Table delivers a constantly changing menu shaped by what’s good at the market,…

199 Gough St (San Francisco)

When you want a meal that tastes like SF at its best, Rich Table delivers a constantly changing menu shaped by what’s good at the market, cooked by Chefs Evan and Sarah Rich with serious fine-dining chops. Treat yourself this week, then brag about it at your next group chat.

From the Brentwood newsletter, August 3, 2026

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At La Pizza & La Pasta, watch pizzaioli blister wood-fired Neapolitan-style pies while housemade pasta lands perfectly al dente. Pair with…

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd (San Jose)

At La Pizza & La Pasta, watch pizzaioli blister wood-fired Neapolitan-style pies while housemade pasta lands perfectly al dente. Pair with a curated Italian wine, Spritz, or Negroni, then browse the marketplace to grab the same ingredients for your own weeknight victory.

From the Sunnyvale newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Milan Italian Restaurant brings the comfort-food side of Italy to your week with handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and a bar pouring rich…

1712 Meridian Ave F (San Jose)

Milan Italian Restaurant brings the comfort-food side of Italy to your week with handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and a bar pouring rich wines and inventive cocktails. Ideal for family dinners, date nights, or when you want their classics delivered to your couch, no questions asked.

From the Brentwood newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Lamella Tavern

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Lamella Tavern pairs a casually sophisticated vibe with excellent cocktails, bubbles, and small plates that lean oceanward... think…

1109-10/A Lincoln Ave (San Jose)

Lamella Tavern pairs a casually sophisticated vibe with excellent cocktails, bubbles, and small plates that lean oceanward... think pristine oysters and crudo that disappear dangerously fast, plus occasional live music for good measure. Perfect for a quick Cupertino escape to Willow Glen when you want grown-up fun.

From the Cupertino newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Xochimilco Café

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Xochimilco Cafe keeps it classic with super burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas, and menudo that tastes like someone’s abuela is in the…

36 S San Joaquin St (Stockton)

Xochimilco Cafe keeps it classic with super burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas, and menudo that tastes like someone’s abuela is in the kitchen, plus chile colorado and homemade soups made with fresh ingredients. When the week gets hectic, this is a reliable fix that actually hits the spot.

From the Tracy newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Asiento

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Asiento is that friendly neighborhood bar where craft drinks meet creative cocktails and shareable bar bites, plus a steady stream of live…

2730 21st St (San Francisco)

Asiento is that friendly neighborhood bar where craft drinks meet creative cocktails and shareable bar bites, plus a steady stream of live DJs and local bands. Peek the calendar, rally your crew, and let the remodeled stage pull you into the fun this week.

From the San Francisco newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Gochi Cupertino

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Craving a low-key spot to split a bunch of Japanese izakaya-style small plates with a solid pour of sake? Gochi Cupertino nails that cozy,…

19980 Homestead Rd

Craving a low-key spot to split a bunch of Japanese izakaya-style small plates with a solid pour of sake? Gochi Cupertino nails that cozy, share-and-snack vibe, so you can graze, chat, and accidentally start a new favorite dish rotation with your crew.

From the Cupertino newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Bella Trattoria

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Housemade pastas are among the Italian classics served at this warm neighborhood trattoria.

3854 Geary Blvd (San Francisco)

Housemade pastas are among the Italian classics served at this warm neighborhood trattoria.

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That's Amore SF

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Casual restaurant featuring rustic pizzas, salads and Italian fare made with fresh ingredients.

1901 Ocean Ave (San Francisco)

Casual restaurant featuring rustic pizzas, salads and Italian fare made with fresh ingredients.

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Mayan Kitchen

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Colorful, trendy eatery featuring traditional recipes (cochinita pibil, tacos) and a lot of vegan options, along with cocktails and beer.

139 S Murphy Ave (Sunnyvale)

Colorful, trendy eatery featuring traditional recipes (cochinita pibil, tacos) and a lot of vegan options, along with cocktails and beer.

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Cha Cha Sushi

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No-frills sushi spot offering specialty rolls plus an array of classic Japanese entrees.

547 W Capitol Expy (San Jose)

No-frills sushi spot offering specialty rolls plus an array of classic Japanese entrees.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

10700 MacArthur Blvd #2a (Oakland)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Pasta Mobsters!

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Casual takeout joint offering Italian comfort food, including popular garlic bread.

336 Commercial St (San Jose)

Casual takeout joint offering Italian comfort food, including popular garlic bread.

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Casual restaurant whose signature dish is tender braised chicken with rice - plus noodles soups.

20803 Stevens Creek Blvd #110

Casual restaurant whose signature dish is tender braised chicken with rice - plus noodles soups.

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Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

61 Curtner Ave (San Jose)

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

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Cozy eatery serving French, Creole, and Southern cuisine, including beignets and po' boys.

652 Polk St (San Francisco)

Cozy eatery serving French, Creole, and Southern cuisine, including beignets and po' boys.

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Louie's Original

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Casual hamburger chain for juicy patties, fried-chicken sarnies and onion rings.

1685 Mariposa St (San Francisco)

Casual hamburger chain for juicy patties, fried-chicken sarnies and onion rings.

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The Wolf

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A charming neighborhood brasserie offering French-Californian fare & wine in modern, airy quarters.

3853 Piedmont Ave (Oakland)

A charming neighborhood brasserie offering French-Californian fare & wine in modern, airy quarters.

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Casual restaurant serving authentic Mexican fare, including signature burritos, plus beer.

336 E William St (San Jose)

Casual restaurant serving authentic Mexican fare, including signature burritos, plus beer.

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Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

184 S Market St Ste 100 (San Jose)

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

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Eataly

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Eatery serving Italian staples and offering pizza, pasta and other cooked dishes.

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd (San Jose)

Eatery serving Italian staples and offering pizza, pasta and other cooked dishes.

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Bustling late-night spot offering pho plus a mix of Vietnamese & Filipino fare in casual digs.

3074 Landess Ave (San Jose)

Bustling late-night spot offering pho plus a mix of Vietnamese & Filipino fare in casual digs.

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Pizzaiolo

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Contemporary pizzeria earns fans with wood-fired pizzas & seasonal Italian eats in a lively setting.

5008 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

Contemporary pizzeria earns fans with wood-fired pizzas & seasonal Italian eats in a lively setting.

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Sumiya Yakitori

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Lunchtime bento boxes & combo dinners let diners try a variety of charcoal-grilled meats & veggies.

2634 Homestead Rd (Santa Clara)

Lunchtime bento boxes & combo dinners let diners try a variety of charcoal-grilled meats & veggies.

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the pho

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Casual restaurant serving a variety of Vietnamese dishes such as pho and vermicelli, as well as noodles and grilled fare.

2819 W March Ln A1 (Stockton)

Casual restaurant serving a variety of Vietnamese dishes such as pho and vermicelli, as well as noodles and grilled fare.

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Homestyle farm-to-table grilled meat, small plates & drinks in a casual spot that has a patio.

595 E El Camino Real (Sunnyvale)

Homestyle farm-to-table grilled meat, small plates & drinks in a casual spot that has a patio.

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Bottega

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Classic Italian fare including pizza, pasta, and meat dishes are offered at this modest restaurant.

1132 Valencia St (San Francisco)

Classic Italian fare including pizza, pasta, and meat dishes are offered at this modest restaurant.

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Pancake restaurant serving eggs and hashes for breakfast and brunch in a casual diner-style setting.

1205 The Alameda (San Jose)

Pancake restaurant serving eggs and hashes for breakfast and brunch in a casual diner-style setting.

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Fast chain featuring pork, chicken and prawn dishes plus beef, soups and wontons, with a casual air.

19600 Vallco Pkwy Unit 130

Fast chain featuring pork, chicken and prawn dishes plus beef, soups and wontons, with a casual air.

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Homey eatery featuring standard Mexican fare, plus a bakery serving pastries and bread.

1098 Leigh Ave (San Jose)

Homey eatery featuring standard Mexican fare, plus a bakery serving pastries and bread.

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No-frills counter-serve joint for creatively topped beef, buffalo, turkey & vegetarian burgers.

708 Post St (San Francisco)

No-frills counter-serve joint for creatively topped beef, buffalo, turkey & vegetarian burgers.

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Pizza Bocca Lupo

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Creative & traditional wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas turned out in cozy environs with exposed brick.

87 N San Pedro St (San Jose)

Creative & traditional wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas turned out in cozy environs with exposed brick.

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Beeryland

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Bustling, dog-friendly beer garden hangout with a variety of grilled eats & a relaxed outdoor patio.

2318 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

Bustling, dog-friendly beer garden hangout with a variety of grilled eats & a relaxed outdoor patio.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

604 E El Camino Real (Sunnyvale)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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Hayz Dog

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Casual, beer-serving eatery featuring creatively topped hot dogs in a simple, comfortable, dog-friendly space.

364 Hayes St (San Francisco)

Casual, beer-serving eatery featuring creatively topped hot dogs in a simple, comfortable, dog-friendly space.

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Farm : Table

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American breakfast & lunch sourced from local farms, in a rustic space with a lone communal table.

754 Post St (San Francisco)

American breakfast & lunch sourced from local farms, in a rustic space with a lone communal table.

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Din Tai Fung

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Popular global chain known for elevated dim sum and Asian dishes served in bustling quarters.

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd #1259 (Santa Clara)

Popular global chain known for elevated dim sum and Asian dishes served in bustling quarters.

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Contemporary waterside seafood eatery serving local oysters and clams, plus craft cocktails.

Ferry Building, #11 (San Francisco)

Contemporary waterside seafood eatery serving local oysters and clams, plus craft cocktails.

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Charbroiled burgers star at this fast-food chain also offering deli-type sandwiches, salads & fries.

146 W El Camino Real (Sunnyvale)

Charbroiled burgers star at this fast-food chain also offering deli-type sandwiches, salads & fries.

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Caffè Macaroni

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Old-school trattoria with red-leather booths, sidewalk seating & traditional Neapolitan cuisine.

59 Columbus Ave (San Francisco)

Old-school trattoria with red-leather booths, sidewalk seating & traditional Neapolitan cuisine.

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Kal's Bar-B-Q

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Long-standing BBQ joint prepares a range of hearty American dishes at the counter in a rustic space.

425 N Mathilda Ave (Sunnyvale)

Long-standing BBQ joint prepares a range of hearty American dishes at the counter in a rustic space.

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Breakfast, burgers & vegan tacos in a spacious, industrial-chic venue, plus craft beer & coffee.

114 N San Joaquin St (Stockton)

Breakfast, burgers & vegan tacos in a spacious, industrial-chic venue, plus craft beer & coffee.

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Easygoing Southern Italian eatery offering pizza & pasta dishes alongside beer, wine & cocktails.

791 Auzerais Ave (San Jose)

Easygoing Southern Italian eatery offering pizza & pasta dishes alongside beer, wine & cocktails.

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Popular gourmet deli & market offering unique & locally sourced meals in a small, casual space.

576 Grand Ave (Oakland)

Popular gourmet deli & market offering unique & locally sourced meals in a small, casual space.

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Casual restaurant serving bowls of ramen with a choice of broths, plus sake and beer.

19772 Stevens Creek Blvd

Casual restaurant serving bowls of ramen with a choice of broths, plus sake and beer.

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Casual eatery featuring sourdough-crust pizza, sandwiches and wings in a family-friendly setting.

354 E Santa Clara St (San Jose)

Casual eatery featuring sourdough-crust pizza, sandwiches and wings in a family-friendly setting.

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Sons & Daughters

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Cozy spot with open kitchen serving a seasonal tasting menu sourced from local gardens, plus wines.

2875 18th St (San Francisco)

Cozy spot with open kitchen serving a seasonal tasting menu sourced from local gardens, plus wines.

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Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

8430 Edgewater Dr (Oakland)

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

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Collina

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Neighborhood Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, wine, and beer in an intimate setting.

1550 Hyde St (San Francisco)

Neighborhood Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, wine, and beer in an intimate setting.

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Almond and Oak

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Market-fresh California cuisine & cocktails offered in a warm eatery with a cool warehouse vibe .

3311 Grand Ave (Oakland)

Market-fresh California cuisine & cocktails offered in a warm eatery with a cool warehouse vibe .

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The GrandView

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Historic mountainside destination for classic American cuisine offering beef, veal & seafood dishes.

15005 Mt Hamilton Rd (San Jose) · ✓ checked Aug 4

Historic mountainside destination for classic American cuisine offering beef, veal & seafood dishes.

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Casual, colorfully decorated eatery featuring Mexican staples, cocktails and a dance-club vibe after 9pm.

155 W San Fernando St (San Jose)

Casual, colorfully decorated eatery featuring Mexican staples, cocktails and a dance-club vibe after 9pm.

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Noah's NY Bagels

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Counter-serve chain specializing in bagels. Also sells breakfast sandwiches & pastries.

1140 Lincoln Ave (San Jose)

Counter-serve chain specializing in bagels. Also sells breakfast sandwiches & pastries.

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Casual eatery, known for its smoked-meat sandwiches on Texas Toast and Dutch cruch bread.

4077 18th St (San Francisco)

Casual eatery, known for its smoked-meat sandwiches on Texas Toast and Dutch cruch bread.

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Café San José

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Family-friendly spot serving a big array of breakfast specials & lunch fare like sandwiches & soups.

1583A Meridian Ave (San Jose)

Family-friendly spot serving a big array of breakfast specials & lunch fare like sandwiches & soups.

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Picaro

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Diners share small plates & sangria pitchers amid colorful, art-filled walls or on an outdoor patio.

3120 16th St (San Francisco)

Diners share small plates & sangria pitchers amid colorful, art-filled walls or on an outdoor patio.

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Low-key eatery serving BBQ classics and smoked meats (brisket, ribs) as well as tacos and baos.

2181 Irving St (San Francisco)

Low-key eatery serving BBQ classics and smoked meats (brisket, ribs) as well as tacos and baos.

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SPARK Social SF

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Rotating menu of local food trucks plus beer & sangria in a festive outdoor setting.

601 Mission Bay Blvd North (San Francisco)

Rotating menu of local food trucks plus beer & sangria in a festive outdoor setting.

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Low-key, counter-service restaurant serving an array of burgers, salads & fries alongside beers.

14413 Big Basin Wy (Saratoga)

Low-key, counter-service restaurant serving an array of burgers, salads & fries alongside beers.

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Homemade sauces complement down-home dishes atop checkered tablecloths at this Southern BBQ joint.

576 Haight St (San Francisco)

Homemade sauces complement down-home dishes atop checkered tablecloths at this Southern BBQ joint.

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Dry Creek Grill

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Upscale casual eatery featuring steaks, seafood, small-batch bourbons & a cozy outdoor fire pit.

1580 Hamilton Ave (San Jose)

Upscale casual eatery featuring steaks, seafood, small-batch bourbons & a cozy outdoor fire pit.

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Matador

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Elevated tacos and Mexican sides, plus sangria and spirits in modern quarters with cultural accents.

679 Sutter St (San Francisco)

Elevated tacos and Mexican sides, plus sangria and spirits in modern quarters with cultural accents.

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Neighborhood bistro offering elevated Italian cuisine & wines served in a chill space.

5403 College Ave (Oakland)

Neighborhood bistro offering elevated Italian cuisine & wines served in a chill space.

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Kuma on Valencia

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Friendly sushi spot offering chef's choice menus and sake.

198 Valencia St (San Francisco)

Friendly sushi spot offering chef's choice menus and sake.

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Bocconcino

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Casual Italian spot serving freshly made pasta, seafood classics and pizza, plus wine.

516 Green St (San Francisco)

Casual Italian spot serving freshly made pasta, seafood classics and pizza, plus wine.

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Mezze and Mooore

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Stylish spot serving Mediterranean staples such as shawarma, hummus and baba ghanoush, plus outdoor seats and beer and wine BYO.

198 Guerrero St (San Francisco)

Stylish spot serving Mediterranean staples such as shawarma, hummus and baba ghanoush, plus outdoor seats and beer and wine BYO.

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Laid-back pizzeria with a modern interior dishing up pies as well as Italian staples.

532 Columbus Ave (San Francisco)

Laid-back pizzeria with a modern interior dishing up pies as well as Italian staples.

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Brunch spot with outdoor seating serving mimosas and breakfast standards.

860 Willow St #100 (San Jose)

Brunch spot with outdoor seating serving mimosas and breakfast standards.

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Destapas SF

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Hip Spanish restaurant with a courtyard serving tapas, paella & classic desserts, plus beer & wine.

2708 24th St (San Francisco)

Hip Spanish restaurant with a courtyard serving tapas, paella & classic desserts, plus beer & wine.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

528 Lake Park Ave (Oakland)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Saru Sushi Bar

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Carefully sourced & presented fish stars at this miniature, art-splashed sushi & sake bar.

3856 24th St (San Francisco)

Carefully sourced & presented fish stars at this miniature, art-splashed sushi & sake bar.

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Mezzo Ristorante

Restaurants

Seasonal, Italian-inspired New American menus, plus wine & cocktails, in an understated space.

3499 Brookside Rd Ste a (Stockton)

Seasonal, Italian-inspired New American menus, plus wine & cocktails, in an understated space.

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Generous plates of BBQ & sandwiches are the draw at this down-to-earth counter serve with a patio.

1362 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Generous plates of BBQ & sandwiches are the draw at this down-to-earth counter serve with a patio.

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Nigiri, sashimi, and other traditional Japanese eats are on the menu at this casual eatery with beer and sake.

1380 9th Ave (San Francisco)

Nigiri, sashimi, and other traditional Japanese eats are on the menu at this casual eatery with beer and sake.

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Lively locale with hardwood-smoked meats, craft beer & cocktails, plus big-screens for sports.

680 8th St (San Francisco)

Lively locale with hardwood-smoked meats, craft beer & cocktails, plus big-screens for sports.

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Hearty Middle Eastern dishes served in a bustling & colorful room with regional art on the walls.

190 S Murphy Ave (Sunnyvale)

Hearty Middle Eastern dishes served in a bustling & colorful room with regional art on the walls.

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The Club On Post

Restaurants

All-day option for burgers, brunch fare and cocktails, plus beer and wine.

43 Post St (San Jose)

All-day option for burgers, brunch fare and cocktails, plus beer and wine.

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Local Kitchens

Restaurants

Causal local eatery featuring popular dishes from 8-10 restaurants under one roof, plus take-out and delivery.

21666 Stevens Creek Blvd

Causal local eatery featuring popular dishes from 8-10 restaurants under one roof, plus take-out and delivery.

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The Barbeque Pit

Restaurants

Comfortable eatery serving pit-smoked meats such as brisket, chicken and pork ribs.

1349 Blossom Hill Rd (San Jose)

Comfortable eatery serving pit-smoked meats such as brisket, chicken and pork ribs.

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Burgers, ribs, Texas BBQ & beer served in a roomy tavern with Wild West decor & an outdoor patio.

73 N San Pedro St (San Jose)

Burgers, ribs, Texas BBQ & beer served in a roomy tavern with Wild West decor & an outdoor patio.

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Long-standing pizza joint serving up large NY-style pies & casual grub in an old-school interior.

2300 W Alpine Ave (Stockton)

Long-standing pizza joint serving up large NY-style pies & casual grub in an old-school interior.

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Casual American eatery in Terminal B of San Jose Mineta International Airport serving breakfast and quick bites.

SJC Terminal B (San Jose)

Casual American eatery in Terminal B of San Jose Mineta International Airport serving breakfast and quick bites.

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Local chain offering Korean BBQ grilled tableside & ban-chan in a trendy, modern setting.

1628 Hostetter Rd f (San Jose)

Local chain offering Korean BBQ grilled tableside & ban-chan in a trendy, modern setting.

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Hunan House

Restaurants

Spicy Hunan dishes at reasonable prices are served up at this restaurant.

122 S Sunnyvale Ave (Sunnyvale)

Spicy Hunan dishes at reasonable prices are served up at this restaurant.

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Compact counter-serve Mexican joint serving tacos & burritos with drinks in a low-key space.

854 N 13th St (San Jose)

Compact counter-serve Mexican joint serving tacos & burritos with drinks in a low-key space.

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Plow

Restaurants

Popular brunch spot serving farm-to-table American comfort food in a cozy ambience.

1299 18th St (San Francisco)

Popular brunch spot serving farm-to-table American comfort food in a cozy ambience.

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