Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in San Jose / Silicon Valley

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Updated June 05, 2025

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PintxoPote

5.0

5 (502)

$31 to $50

Spanish

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

Bienvenidos a PintxoPote! (pronounced 'pincho potay') a pintxos (tapas) bar offering a dining experience showcasing the range of traditional flavors typical of the Basque country in Northern Spain. Here, you will be transported to the world's most acclaimed culinary region: the seaside resort of San Sebastián, a region whose cuisine is distinguished by the excellence of the ingredients and the simplicity in cooking techniques.

Pintxo Pote is the only place in the SF Bay area that offers a current expression of authentic pintxos.

Top review

ShelleyVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Wonderful food and service. The level of care and passion is evident. I’ve been here 3x’s and have enjoyed each. I’m pledging to go more frequently!

Hashiri Bettei Kaiseki Aoki

4.8

4.8 (27)

$50 and over

Japanese

Saratoga

About the restaurant

We, Hashiri Bettei Kaiseki Aoki, deliver the experience of “kaiseki ryori,” a type of Japanese fine dining which historically developed to be served in the Japanese tea room. The tea room, as a space, symbolizes the home of the Japanese tea ceremony, a simple yet transformative experience offering a pause in time to appreciate the seemingly small experience of sharing tea. As such, we’ve designed both the architecture and the experience, to condense an infinite expanse into an extremely small space.

The space is designed sans distracting elements. Lighting will be subtle and architectural details are clean yet warm. Designed to allow dishes to remain the focal point of the experience, our space represents the endless potential for an intimate dining experience that continues to linger on pallet and in mind well after the end.

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KannikaVIP

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

I enjoyed this traditional omakase. You can expect excellent and fresh quality in the ingredients they use and I appreciate that there were vegetables too. I’m usually still hungry after eating at an omakase but their portions were spot on for me and I left with a full stomach. I found the portions for wagyu beef to be generous, around 2 oz if I were to eyeball. Overall, I hope to come back!

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Kaiseki Experience

Restaurant Gish

4.9

4.9 (207)

$50 and over

Korean

Santa Clara

About the restaurant

Good People
Good Food
Good Time

Welcome to Restaurant Gish!
For the reservation, please visit our website!

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TaeyongVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Gish is my favorite place now. We have been there more than 10 times. Every time, they come up with a new, creative, but tasty menu. Never disappoints. This is a true gem.

The Club On Post

4.7

4.7 (52)

$30 and under

Californian

San Jose

About the restaurant

Introducing The Club on Post, a culinary gem nestled in the historic district of San Jose. Led by the visionary Chef Antonio, our restaurant embodies the vibrant spirit of downtown, situated amidst iconic landmarks like the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, California Theatre, San Jose Improv and SAP Center. With a prime location near major hotels and Cesar Chavez Plaza, we offer a haven for locals and visitors alike.

At The Club on Post, indulge in our culinary masterpiece, the signature Club Wagyu Burger, a testament to Chef Antonio's culinary prowess. Pair it with our renowned espresso martini, hailed as the best in San Jose, for an unforgettable dining experience.

Step into our laid-back yet chic atmosphere, adorned with welcoming Roman plaster walls, where every visit feels like a journey into culinary excellence and relaxation. Experience the essence of San Jose's dining scene at The Club on Post.

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Khoi

Dined 3 days ago

Their foods were delicious from appetizers to the main course. Their cocktails were tasty and we really enjoyed the espresso martini

lelé kitchen

4.9

4.9 (84)

$50 and over

Californian

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

lelé kitchen combines upscale dining and California farm-to-table with a Eastern European twist. Elena Leskina, well known for her beloved bakery and cafe, with Chef Ulad Skoblia curate a menu that celebrates bold Slavic flavors — caviar, smoked fish, dill, and root vegetables — infused with local seasonal ingredients

Nestled near the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains, our location inspires both seasonal cuisine and wines. Advanced Sommelier (CSM-A) Fedar Kamkou guides the wine program, highlighting Californian winemakers to pair perfectly with each dish. Our casual upscale atmosphere blends classy sophistication with a relaxed vibe, perfect for any occasion — whether it's a cozy dinner with friends or special family night out. We’re also kid-friendly with a small children’s menu

Whether you’re savoring oysters, craving bubbly and caviar, desire a relaxing memorable dinner or treating yourself to amazing desserts, at lele kitchen you’ll experience the best of, creative chef-driven cuisine

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MicheleVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Could not have asked for anything more. Our server Julian was very accommodating and knowledgeable of everything on the menu. We ordered quite a few things to try. Every single one was out of this world. The seating was comfortable and the service was impeccable. Chef came over at one point to bring over a course. He has some major culinary skills. The presentation of every dish was beautiful and absolutely delicious. We will be back!

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Experience

Caviar Happy Hour

Experience

Wine Dinner w/ ASSIDUOUS (Six Courses, $149+)

Dishdash Sunnyvale

4.8

4.8 (737)

$30 and under

Middle Eastern

Sunnyvale

About the restaurant

WELCOME to Dishdash Middle Eastern Cuisine, where we strive to embody the spirit of our namesake. Dishdash, a traditional article of Middle Eastern clothing, symbolizes warmth, comfort and relaxation. A beautiful example of a dishdash is displayed as our restaurant centerpiece.

Our ingredients are sourced from quality purveyors featuring:

Fresh, natural, domestic lamb

Certified Angus Beef®

Free-range chicken

Sustainably harvested seafood

Locally sourced produce

Echoing the culinary traditions of various Middle Eastern countries, our authentically original family recipes feature protein-rich legumes, earthy grains and exotic spices with a contemporary twist.

Fresh & Simple Middle Eastern Food. Sahtein!

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Liqi

Dined 2 days ago

Food is great! But servers keep checking on up like rushing us away while the place is not full.

Flowers Saratoga

4.8

4.8 (1138)

$31 to $50

American

Saratoga

About the restaurant

Flowers Saratoga is a reflection of a lifetime of traveling around the world and blending those experiences into a shareable & lively format. Both owners were raised from the Italian & Greek Cultures, where fresh ingredients & hospitality were the pillars of their daily lives. These memories & experiences are what we are pleased to share with you.

A minimum of 24 hours notice of cancellation is required or a charge of $30 will apply.

When booking reservations, please include children & infants in the party size.

We allow a 15 min grace period, from your reservation time, for your party to be complete.

We have set forth dining times allotted for each party; they are as follows:
- For parties of 2 we have reserved 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- For parties of 4 we have reserved 2 hours and 15 minutes .
- For parties of 5-6 we have reserved 3 hours.

If you have any questions regarding your reservation, please contact us at info@flowerssaratoga.com

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RichardVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great food; great service; great drinks; great environment.

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Naschmarkt - Campbell

4.8

4.8 (2670)

$31 to $50

Austrian

Campbell

About the restaurant

**for parties larger than 12, please call 408-378-0335 to make a reservation!

Naschmarkt (NASH-MARKed) restaurant is located in historical downtown Campbell. The restaurant is named after the largest open air produce market in Vienna, Austria. The Naschmarkt has been a Viennese institution dating back to the 16th century and is known to locals as the "city's stomach". The restaurant, founded in 2011, features local Californian ingredients complimented by modern Austrian fare. Come enjoy our full bar, fresh ingredients and contemporary atmosphere. Cheers!

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allisonVIP

Dined 1 day ago

The food was authentic according to my Austrian spouse. The schnitzel, goulash and potato salad were just like his mom’s. The service was outstanding, everything was delicious, and we loved the cocktails and French cider as well.

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Popular dish

Beet Salad

Popular dish

Classic Wiener Schnitzel

Popular dish

Jager Schnitzel

Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza - Los Gatos

4.8

4.8 (510)

$30 and under

American

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

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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TinaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Our server Kristen was fabulous. We hadn't been to Willow Street in ages, and we had a wonderful family meal to celebrate a birthday. Highly recommend the Pistachio Spaghetti and the Vodka Prawns.

BE.STEAK.A

4.8

4.8 (613)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Campbell

About the restaurant

BE.STEAK.A is an American steakhouse with fine dining Italian roots. Founded by Chef/Owner Jeffrey Stout of Orchard City Kitchen. Chef Patrick Capurro runs the helm under Chef's Stouts watchful eye. BE.STEAK.A prides itself in lavish extravagant touches that invite the guest into a special kind of restaurant. Our friendly staff are professional seasoned veterans who look at hospitality as an art. We feature both an a la carte menu as well as a prix fixe tasting menu. BE.STEAK.A has two private dining rooms for larger parties doing events as well as two outdoor patios. Our cocktail program and bar are second to none. We have one of the largest selections of Vintage Amaro. Wine Director Corey Reis has crafted a well thought out list. We offer lunch Friday and Saturday. Sunday - we host a grand brunch buffet which is a great way to spend a Sunday with family and friends. We invite you to visit on the bay areas best restaurants as well as one of the best steakhouses.

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pamVIP

Dined 4 days ago

It was a birthday dinner with my son and daughter in law. We all ordered the Caesar salad and filet mignon with several side dishes. We all had cocktails and a bottle of Jordan cab. The service was very good and attentive. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and friendly. The food was well prepared and very tasty. I found the wine choices were extensive however, they were pricey. We were positive about the overall meal and would return for a special occasion.

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