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1. Gardenia Los Gatos

4.0

Excellent(208)

$$$$

• Contemporary French • Los Gatos

Booked 8 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. Telefèric Barcelona - Los Gatos

4.4

Awesome(2096)

$$$$

• Spanish • Los Gatos

Booked 61 times today

Telefèric Barcelona is a family-owned restaurant group in California that serves authentic Spanish tapas, paellas, and innovative cocktails. The Padrosa family, pioneers in the art of 'pintxos,' teamed up with a group of Spanish chefs to create a dining experience that transports you to Spain, no passport required.Spanish cuisine is a unique experience. It is not just about the food, but also about the culture and tradition of sharing meals with loved ones. Eating is a celebration for Mediterranean people, a chance to come together around the table and connect over tapas, memories, laughter, and aspirations.At Telefèric Barcelona, we capture the essence of Spanish gastronomy and bring it to life in our restaurant. Our flavorful tapas and lively atmosphere will transport you to the vibrant city of Barcelona and allow you to fully savor the art of Spanish cooking.

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3. The View Restaurant & Bar

4.1

Excellent(1426)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 12 times today

Set high on a hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of the Monterey Bay, The View Restaurant & Bar at Chaminade offers a unique dining experience. Indoor and outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the naturally beautiful scenery which compliments the contemporary California Cuisine. Whether it’s sustainable seafood or locally grown produce, The View emphasizes natural ingredients while providing four-diamond service. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks to help cover increases in labor costs and to support a higher minimum wage.***Please note that our kitchen closes from 1:30pm-2:00pm to prepare for dinner service. Our bar and restaurant remain open during that time, offering a fine selection of local wines, craft beers, signature cocktails, and non-alcoholic refreshments to enjoy.

4. Laili

4.6

Exceptional(2919)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 31 times today

Laili is our expression of love through food and service. We offer a unique menu made up of fusion Afghani Mediterranean items that include kabobs, wraps, flatbreads, pastas, and spiced lamb and chicken dishes as well as delicious vegetarian options.Laili Restaurant "BEST MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT", Good Times 2023, Voted #1Rich Mediterranean Flavors in the Heart of Downtown Santa Cruz.Currently taking reservations for lunch and dinner, walk-ins welcome too.Dine in our elegant, secluded, off street patio. Visit our website for event information.

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5. Low Tide Bar and Grill - La Bahia Hotel & Spa

4.1

Excellent(89)

$$$$

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 12 times today

Discover a casual refuge from the buzz of the Boardwalk that embraces to the laid-back Santa Cruz lifestyle. Soak in handcrafted cocktails and bold innovative fare as contemporary Pacific island-inspired starters and shareables transport you to an island-style retreat.

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6. Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point

4.6

Exceptional(4575)

$$$$

• Californian • Pacific Grove

Booked 51 times today

Casual California dining overlooking scenic and historic Lovers Point Beach.

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7. Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza - Los Gatos

4.7

Exceptional(557)

$$$$

• American • Los Gatos

Booked 6 times today

Reservations are for indoor dining only. Patio is first come, first served. If no times are available, we have tables set aside for walk-ins. Per County guidelines, we can only take parties of 6 or less.

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8. Zelda's on the Beach

4.3

Awesome(603)

$$$$

• Californian • Capitola

Booked 11 times today

Zelda’s restaurant is in the heart of Capitola Village. We are located on the beach with spectacular views of the Monterey Bay and Capitola Wharf.Zelda’s Restaurant has been serving local customers as well as others from all over the world for the past thirty years. We offer indoor and outdoor dining with a beachfront deck where you can literally reach and touch the warm sand of Capitola Beach.

9. La Foret

4.8

Exceptional(1924)

$$$$

• French • San Jose

Booked 15 times today

La Foret offers fine French dining in an old country setting. We are proudly now offering outdoor dining!!!The historically significant building rests next to a quietly meandering stream in the verdant foothills of New Almaden. Picture windows surrounding the entire dining area allow you to fully enjoy the quietly beautiful surroundings during your meal. Specializing in fine French cuisine, La Foret has earned its place among the area's finest restaurants and in fact has been listed among the 50 best French restaurants in the United States. La Foret ha an extensive wine list, which includes French and Napa Valley selections. It offers a tasting menu and brunch on Sundays. This restaurant has private rooms for catering banquet-style private events. It also hosts weddings with capacity for up to 130 guests.

10. Dio Deka

4.7

Exceptional(3165)

$$$$

• Greek • Los Gatos

Booked 10 times today

Michelin rated, sophisticated Greek-inspired Mediterranean cuisine with fresh seafood, lamb and traditional specialties. Mesquite-charcoal grill choices include fresh flown-in whole fish, octopus, house-specialty lamb chops & artisanal hand-cut aged Allen Brother's USDA Prime steaks, that rival any classic steak house. It has been recognized for world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. “refined and technically precise Greek and Mediterranean dishes that are elevated to stellar levels” writes a Michelin inspector. "vividly flavored, brilliantly executed food, that transcends ethnicity but still tastes Greek”- Gourmet Magazine.Award of Ultimate Distinction - “memorable modern Greek cuisine that would make them jealous in Athens, particularly when paired with an extensive wine list” by Wine Enthusiast, Restaurant Awards.Best of Award of Excellence - Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards winner for an outstanding wine list.

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5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a consistent experience. Great wait staff and food.
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4.7
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Excellent food and service. Our server, Eddie, was wonderful. The clam chowder is the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!
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4.4
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Pilar
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 16, 2026
There was no noise because there was only one other diner in the room. We were a table of five. The food has always been good, the ambience is spectacular and the service was excellent. And the ladies’ room is so gorgeous I would happily move in.
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Campagne One Main$$$$• Bistro• Los Altos
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4.7
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Alejandra
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2026
Great place for happy hour after work! Huge plus them having a different menu for larger groups. The chicken tender platter was enjoyed by all. Our waitress was really upbeat, friendly, and accommodating. Kudos to her for taking care of us and going above and beyond!
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4.1

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