Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in San Jose / Silicon Valley
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Updated June 05, 2025
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About the restaurant
There’s no sign screaming for attention — just the glow of a few tables inside, the clink of glasses, and the scent of something good coming from the kitchen. With just 28 seats and a small patio out front, this little Italian spot keeps things simple: fresh local ingredients, hand-made food, and a genuine sense of hospitality that doesn’t follow a script.The focaccia comes out warm. The wine list leans thoughtful, not flashy. And the mood is relaxed — the kind of place where strangers end up talking across tables and no one’s in a hurry.
Locally owned and operated, the motto here is simple: we close when the guests leave.
No rush. Just good food, good wine, and a space that feels like it’s always been there.
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Erika
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
About the restaurant
First we would like to give you our "hearty welcome." Our ambiance and personal attention should give you an evening of pleasure in German dining. We will do out best to fulfill your wishes, so that you will have fond memories of our establishment. If we have succeeded in meeting your expectations, please recommend us to your friends and fellow workers. However, if we have failed to meet your expectations do not hesitate to tell us.Top review
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Tom
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
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 5 days ago
About the restaurant
We are open for patio dining or pick up! You can order and pay through our website for pick up, or get delivery through DOORDASH, GRUBHUB and UBER EATS! Thank You for your support! Bella Saratoga! About our Restaurant. A romantic Victorian house with intimate indoor and outdoor dining in the heart of Saratoga Village. We feature bountiful portions of award winning pastas, the freshest fish, filet mignon, thin crust pizzas, and homemade deserts with fine wines and cocktails. Stop by for Lunch or weekend Brunch on the way to the Santa Cruz mountains or for dinner before the shows at Villa Montalvo, the Mountain Winery, or the Flint Center. Saratoga, the center of arts and culture, is conveniently located off Highway 85.Top review
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Rich
Dined 2 days ago
About the restaurant
In its bright eatery with wooden accents, an open kitchen and exposed brick walls, Orchard City Kitchen serves modern American fare crafted by Michelin-starred chef, Jeffrey Stout. Orchard City Kitchen also has a variety of seafood entrées, as well as meaty dishes like the KFC (Korean fried chicken)! Inventive meals deserve an equally inventive cocktail. Come check out our seasonal cocktail menu today!Opt for outdoor seating when the weather permits: Orchard City Kitchen's spacious and relaxing patio is a great place to enjoy your meal.
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AlexanderVIP
Dined today
About the restaurant
Pacific Catch is a WestCoast Fish House dedicated to delivering high quality sustainable seafood with a unique perspective. From the day we opened we've been mindful about where our ingredients come from and how to bring to life the vibrant flavors and feeling of the Pacific.
It's our commitment to our guests to keep things interesting, innovative, wholesome and thoughtfully sourced. That's why we've formalized our relationship with the Monterey Bay Seafood Aquarium's Seafood Watch, James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and the Surfrider Foundation by becoming a partner and bringing on a director of sustainability to help steward these efforts.
We will be following the most stringent protocols on cleaning, sanitization, social distancing, and protections for employee health including temperature taking and the use of protective masks and gloves.Top review
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SusanVIP
Dined 6 days ago
About the restaurant
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of Northern California's seasonal ingredients, offering a shareable menu infused with bold, globally inspired culinary creativity by award-winning Chef Stephanie Izard and the nationally celebrated Boka Restaurant Group. Valley Goat is a perfect spot for any occasion-from a casual meal to an evening of cocktails or a lively group dinner.Top review
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Krissy
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
About the restaurant
About The Table:The Table is an urban neighborhood restaurant focused on seasonal ingredients, hand-crafted cocktails and progressive wines. We are called The Table because we recognize a table’s unique ability to bring together delicious food, fun drinks and good people. Many of life’s best memories have been created around a table.
Our cuisine is contemporary American, paying tribute to the people and cultures that call this valley home. We believe that the quality of our product begins at the source—with the farmers, ranchers, and dairymen that produce them. By establishing relationships with local farms and ranches, our goal is to understand the origins of everything we cook and seek out only those ingredients produced with integrity and care. We commit to delivering delicious food that highlights the quality of the ingredients we source, free of over-manipulation.
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Leah
Dined 6 days ago
About the restaurant
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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janetVIP
Dined 4 days ago
About the restaurant
Zagat rated "The Oxford" as one of the 11 Hottest Restaurants and Bars in the South Bay in July 2016. Also, Modern Luxury Silicon Valley has listed Oxford in "The 10 Most Exciting New Restaurants" in Silicon Valley.The Oxford is inspired by the eclectic, energetic verve of the streets of London. Picture a lively marketplace in London with the enticing flavors and aromas of the Middle East, Southeast Asia, India and the United Kingdom. The Oxford serves up all of that – and more – in one fun, relaxed gastropub.
Kick back with our original cocktails, which change seasonally. Or a classic libation. Or a range of wines and beers, including half a dozen on tap.
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PeterVIP
Dined on Jun 26, 2025
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