The best restaurants in Morgan Hill

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

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Pizza Factory

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Order-at-the-counter chain serving lots of specialty pies & other Italian basics.

363 E 10th St (Gilroy)

Order-at-the-counter chain serving lots of specialty pies & other Italian basics.

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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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Olivia's Cafe

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Casual eatery specializing in traditional Mexican dishes like enchiladas and tacos, plus breakfast.

1047 Freedom Blvd (Watsonville)

Casual eatery specializing in traditional Mexican dishes like enchiladas and tacos, plus breakfast.

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Straw Hat Pizza

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Chain serving Californian pizza, stuffed sandwiches & salads made with locally grown ingredients.

1053 1st St (Gilroy)

Chain serving Californian pizza, stuffed sandwiches & salads made with locally grown ingredients.

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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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Tacos Ameca

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Airy counter serve featuring Mexican favorites like tacos & quesadillas with housemade tortillas.

7001 Monterey Rd (Gilroy)

Airy counter serve featuring Mexican favorites like tacos & quesadillas with housemade tortillas.

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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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Traditional Mexican meals served in a bright, informal locale decorated with colorful murals.

20 5th St (Gilroy)

Traditional Mexican meals served in a bright, informal locale decorated with colorful murals.

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Mexican eatery serving classic dishes & cocktails in a relaxed, traditional setting.

1160 1st St (Gilroy)

Mexican eatery serving classic dishes & cocktails in a relaxed, traditional setting.

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This simple mom-&-pop standby turns out pizzas with classic toppings, along with wings.

8400 a Church St (Gilroy)

This simple mom-&-pop standby turns out pizzas with classic toppings, along with wings.

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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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Italian eatery serving pizza, pasta, seafood & panini in simple surrounds with a garden patio.

1360 1st St (Gilroy)

Italian eatery serving pizza, pasta, seafood & panini in simple surrounds with a garden patio.

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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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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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Casual Mexican eatery featuring a menu of tacos, enchiladas, burritos and fajitas, plus beers.

7460 Monterey Rd (Gilroy)

Casual Mexican eatery featuring a menu of tacos, enchiladas, burritos and fajitas, plus beers.

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Big J's Pizza

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Casual pizza place with pies made with fresh dough.

531 Corralitos Rd B (Watsonville)

Casual pizza place with pies made with fresh dough.

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Pizza My Heart

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Surf-themed California chain for pizzas with local ingredients in a low-key counter-serve setting.

1425 1st St #102 (Gilroy)

Surf-themed California chain for pizzas with local ingredients in a low-key counter-serve setting.

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

747 1st St (Gilroy)

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

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Lawson's Bakery

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Family-run, low-key bakery featuring cakes and pastries as well as breakfast and lunch items.

18110 Monterey Rd

Family-run, low-key bakery featuring cakes and pastries as well as breakfast and lunch items.

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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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Sushi Nara

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Casual, bright and airy spot featuring traditional sushi favorites, spicy rolls and tempura.

301 Vineyard Town Center

Casual, bright and airy spot featuring traditional sushi favorites, spicy rolls and tempura.

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

815 1st St (Gilroy)

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

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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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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.

895 Cochrane Rd

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

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In-N-Out Burger

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

641 Leavesley Rd (Gilroy)

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

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Tacos Ameca #2

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Mexican eatery specializing in tacos and burritos with homemade tortillas.

9305 Monterey Rd (Gilroy)

Mexican eatery specializing in tacos and burritos with homemade tortillas.

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Homey eatery & bar featuring American dishes made with locally sourced organic produce.

40 Penny Ln (Watsonville)

Homey eatery & bar featuring American dishes made with locally sourced organic produce.

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Trejos Carnitas

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Casual restaurant offering burritos and other familiar Mexican eats, plus beer.

370 E Lake Ave (Watsonville)

Casual restaurant offering burritos and other familiar Mexican eats, plus beer.

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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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MOHI Farm

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Whether you’re trying to eat cleaner or just crave peak-season flavor, MOHI Farm builds a changing menu around ingredients from nearby…

90 E 3rd St Unit 50

Whether you’re trying to eat cleaner or just crave peak-season flavor, MOHI Farm builds a changing menu around ingredients from nearby farmers and keeps waste low with sustainable practices.

From the Campbell newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Family-owned Jonty's Vietnamese Eatery keeps lunch easy with made-on-the-spot Vietnamese sandwiches loaded with pork belly, steak, or…

17300 Depot St

Family-owned Jonty's Vietnamese Eatery keeps lunch easy with made-on-the-spot Vietnamese sandwiches loaded with pork belly, steak, or lemongrass goodness, plus rice plates, noodle bowls, spring rolls and egg rolls.

From the Morgan Hill 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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Some nights call for friendly competition and a solid refuel. Garlic City Casino & Restaurant keeps it simple with California cardroom…

8630 San Ysidro Ave #100 (Gilroy)

Some nights call for friendly competition and a solid refuel. Garlic City Casino & Restaurant keeps it simple with California cardroom favorites like 21st Century Blackjack, EZ Baccarat, 3 Card Poker and Ultimate Texas Hold'em, plus a no-fuss restaurant so you can regroup and try your luck again.

From the Gilroy newsletter, August 3, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The Club On Post

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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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The Barbeque Pit

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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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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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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

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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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A+ Burger

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Modest counter-serve featuring burgers, salads & sandwiches, plus vegan options & outdoor seating.

6228 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

Modest counter-serve featuring burgers, salads & sandwiches, plus vegan options & outdoor seating.

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Student-friendly quick fix for Mexican mainstays topped with the trademark "orange sauce" condiment.

140 E San Carlos St (San Jose)

Student-friendly quick fix for Mexican mainstays topped with the trademark "orange sauce" condiment.

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Easygoing counter-service operation serving a menu of crêpes, omelets & sandwiches.

150 S Second St (San Jose)

Easygoing counter-service operation serving a menu of crêpes, omelets & sandwiches.

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Snack joint dishing up burgers, chicken sandwiches, waffle fries and milkshakes in a casual space.

87 N San Pedro St Suite 123 (San Jose)

Snack joint dishing up burgers, chicken sandwiches, waffle fries and milkshakes in a casual space.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

859 Blossom Hill Rd (San Jose)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Pizza Antica

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Thin-crust, wood-fired pizzas draw a bustling scene at this casual Italian standby with patio seats.

334 Santana Row Apt 1065 (San Jose)

Thin-crust, wood-fired pizzas draw a bustling scene at this casual Italian standby with patio seats.

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Chill environment with quirky decor & nautical-themed drinks for East Coast-style seafood & plates.

4180 N First St Unit 10 (San Jose)

Chill environment with quirky decor & nautical-themed drinks for East Coast-style seafood & plates.

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The Farm House

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Diner serving a hearty menu such as chicken-fried steak and steak sandwiches in a comfy space.

11 Green Valley Rd (Freedom)

Diner serving a hearty menu such as chicken-fried steak and steak sandwiches in a comfy space.

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Long-standing osteria serves up classic Italian comfort eats in a homey, family-friendly atmosphere.

2220 Mountain Blvd #100 (Oakland)

Long-standing osteria serves up classic Italian comfort eats in a homey, family-friendly atmosphere.

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MAMA Oakland

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A modern, welcoming nook serving seasonally minded, three-course Italian dinners & thoughtful wines.

388 Grand Ave (Oakland)

A modern, welcoming nook serving seasonally minded, three-course Italian dinners & thoughtful wines.

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All-you-can-eat restaurant with contemporary decor & classic Korean BBQ & hot pot options.

1610 E Capitol Expy (San Jose)

All-you-can-eat restaurant with contemporary decor & classic Korean BBQ & hot pot options.

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Laid-back eatery featuring a variety of breakfast-themed dishes alongside lunch eats such as burgers.

1411 Bird Ave. (San Jose)

Laid-back eatery featuring a variety of breakfast-themed dishes alongside lunch eats such as burgers.

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Burger Joint

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SFO Terminal counter-service spot for breakfast fare & burgers from sustainable sources.

806 S Airport Blvd (San Francisco)

SFO Terminal counter-service spot for breakfast fare & burgers from sustainable sources.

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The Front Porch

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A mix of down-home Southern & Caribbean comfort food in a cozy space with tin ceilings.

65 29th St (San Francisco)

A mix of down-home Southern & Caribbean comfort food in a cozy space with tin ceilings.

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Pho Nhat Minh

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Vietnamese restaurant for traditional dishes, with a focus on pho noodle soup.

951 McLaughlin Ave (San Jose)

Vietnamese restaurant for traditional dishes, with a focus on pho noodle soup.

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Contemporary Italian eatery lures locals with its traditional dishes served in a cheerful interior.

350 W Julian St (San Jose)

Contemporary Italian eatery lures locals with its traditional dishes served in a cheerful interior.

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Casual and trendy place dishing up a range of brisket, ribs and mac 'n' cheese, plus other familiar dishes.

4245 MacArthur Blvd (Oakland)

Casual and trendy place dishing up a range of brisket, ribs and mac 'n' cheese, plus other familiar dishes.

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Local chain serving beer, burgers & various flavors of wings in a casual space with sports on TV.

5018 Almaden Expy #30 (San Jose)

Local chain serving beer, burgers & various flavors of wings in a casual space with sports on TV.

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Casual, family-owned Italian joint dishing up pizza, pasta & other comfort food standards.

1445 Foxworthy Ave (San Jose)

Casual, family-owned Italian joint dishing up pizza, pasta & other comfort food standards.

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Cozy, welcoming spot for Californian cuisine & wine with a seasonal & local emphasis.

510 9th St (Oakland)

Cozy, welcoming spot for Californian cuisine & wine with a seasonal & local emphasis.

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Horn Barbecue

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Streamlined counter-service barbecue eatery specializing in brisket, pulled pork & sides.

464 8th St (Oakland)

Streamlined counter-service barbecue eatery specializing in brisket, pulled pork & sides.

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Bar César

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Outdoor seating is a popular option at this restaurant & bar with Spanish-inspired fare like tapas.

4039 Piedmont Ave (Oakland)

Outdoor seating is a popular option at this restaurant & bar with Spanish-inspired fare like tapas.

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Buzzing bar with a sports lounge, outdoor tables & TVs serving pub-grub staples & local beers.

301 Sharks Wy (San Jose)

Buzzing bar with a sports lounge, outdoor tables & TVs serving pub-grub staples & local beers.

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Bibo's NY Pizza

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Tiny, unfussy pizzeria serving pies with daily made dough & sauce, topped with Buffalo mozzarella.

1431 Bird Ave. (San Jose)

Tiny, unfussy pizzeria serving pies with daily made dough & sauce, topped with Buffalo mozzarella.

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Original Joe's

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Burgers, bowls, poutine & more in a lively, relaxed restaurant & bar that has happy hour specials.

301 S 1st St (San Jose)

Burgers, bowls, poutine & more in a lively, relaxed restaurant & bar that has happy hour specials.

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Baby Blues BBQ

Restaurants

Hearty helpings of barbecue done different ways, from Memphis-style brisket to Texas-style ribs.

3149 Mission St (San Francisco)

Hearty helpings of barbecue done different ways, from Memphis-style brisket to Texas-style ribs.

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Oveja Negra

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Airy-chic eatery inside Hotel Valencia serves modern & traditional tapas plus shareable plates.

355 Santana Row (San Jose)

Airy-chic eatery inside Hotel Valencia serves modern & traditional tapas plus shareable plates.

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Basic seafood, cocktails & Lake Merritt views are found at this renovated boathouse with a patio.

1520 Lakeside Dr (Oakland)

Basic seafood, cocktails & Lake Merritt views are found at this renovated boathouse with a patio.

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Housemade pasta, tasting menus & wine flights are offered at this smart Italian trattoria.

4238 Park Blvd (Oakland)

Housemade pasta, tasting menus & wine flights are offered at this smart Italian trattoria.

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Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.

5305 Almaden Expy (San Jose)

Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.

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An ever-changing selection of sushi rolls & other traditional Japanese items in an unassuming space.

250 Jackson St (San Jose)

An ever-changing selection of sushi rolls & other traditional Japanese items in an unassuming space.

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Fried chicken with five levels of spice, plus American sides & beers, served in retro-cool environs.

1601 San Pablo Ave (Oakland)

Fried chicken with five levels of spice, plus American sides & beers, served in retro-cool environs.

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WOWMIA PIZZA

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Pizza option featuring Persian-style toppings and crust that can bring back childhood memories.

2951 Monterey Rd Unit 50 (San Jose)

Pizza option featuring Persian-style toppings and crust that can bring back childhood memories.

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Urban Plates

Restaurants

Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.

3055 Olin Ave #1020 (San Jose)

Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.

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Smashburger

Restaurants

Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.

579 Coleman Ave Ste 50 (San Jose)

Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.

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