Diners' Choice: American restaurants in San Jose / Silicon Valley

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Asa Restaurants | Los Gatos

4.9

4.9 (545)

$50 and over

American

Los Gatos

About the restaurant

We are an American Restaurant House with influences derived from generations of Spanish and Italian heritage.

Our dedication to sourcing the highest quality, farm-to-table ingredients is the guiding force that our restaurants are built upon. We believe that local, sustainable, organic, heirloom and free-range products nourish the body and soul. Our devotion to providing an impeccable experience is made possible by our collective decades of experience in cuisine, wine, spirits and best-in-class hospitality. Our hand-curated wine selections reflect a life-long love affair with travel and unforgettable culinary experiences.

Top review

MichaelVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Andrew and his team are wonderful! We’ll be back soon,.

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The Hero Ranch Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (2673)

$31 to $50

American

Saratoga

About the restaurant

All reservations are made online at Open Table.
A minimum of 24 hours notice of cancellation is required or a charge of $30 will apply.
Multiple reservations made by the same party will not be honored. Even if you leave a note on Open Table, our reservation platform will not accommodate this request.
We allow a 15 min grace period, from your reservation time to be running late or to be sat at a table.
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.
- For parties of 5-6 we have reserved 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Outdoor reservations are subject to delay or cancellation depending on weather.
Please dress appropriately with warm attire if you are reserving an outdoor table. Outdoor reservations are subject to cancellation depending on weather.
If you have any questions regarding your reservation, please contact us at info@theheroranch.com

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EdithVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The service,food and ambience were excellent for our holiday get together!

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Brussels Sprouts Salad

West Side Grill - Gilroy

4.7

4.7 (984)

$30 and under

American

Gilroy

About the restaurant

Great for steak and so much more… The Westside Grill has built its reputation on providing a Genuine American Restaurant experience to remember. Our Chefs are proud to serve great steaks that are carefully aged, fresh-cut daily, and grilled over an open flame.
Our other specialties include a variety of succulent seafood and our famous slow-roasted Prime Rib (Available weekends). Whether you just came from wine tasting, the golf course, or you’re celebrating a special occasion you and your guests will feel at home here.
Whatever you’re craving, we pride ourselves at The Westside Grill for superior quality, friendly service, and great food. We look forward to serving you soon!

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CheriseVIP

Dined 2 days ago

West side is by far our favorite restaurant. We eat there at least twice and month and spend every birthday and holiday. The service is awesome and the food is also great quality!

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Popular dish

Rib Eye Steak

Firehouse No. 1 Gastropub

4.7

4.7 (575)

$30 and under

American

San Jose

About the restaurant

Gastropub noun\ˈga-strō-ˌpəb\ : a pub, bar, or tavern that offers exceptional food in a casual and comfortable environment.

From succulent pork belly sliders to house made paté on our charcuterie plate and an incredible house-made burger - this is not typical bar food. Paired with hand-made cocktails, exclusive craft beers, and superb wines - Firehouse No. 1 Gastropub offers an experience unlike any other bar. Located in downtown San Jose in San Pedro Square

For parties over 10 please email Dale@firehouse1.com

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RashelleVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Our server was amazing. He even knew the discontinued drink we wanted! Great place for dinner with friends and family.

Dry Creek Grill

4.7

4.7 (4466)

$31 to $50

American

San Jose

About the restaurant

Seating: We have both Indoor & Outdoor dining; be prepared for potentially cold or hot weather outside.
Guests love the beautiful, redwood topped bar & comfortable chairs. Our creative bar staff serves up craft cocktails, local wines on tap, craft beers. It's a cozy-swanky-dark-comfortable-upscale vibe and the Menu shares that vibe. Smoked BBQ items, bacon-wrapped meatloaf, tender steaks, fresh fish, vegetarian & vegan items - local, fresh and organic whenever possible.

Look forward to seeing you soon.
Cheers!
Dry Creek Grill

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Michael

Dined 2 days ago

Awesome service and tasty food in a swanky environment. A good Christmas Eve indeed.

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Popular dish

Shetland Salmon

Birk's

4.7

4.7 (3684)

$31 to $50

American

Santa Clara

About the restaurant

Birk's proudly offers hardwood grilled steaks, chops and seafood and has served Silicon Valley diners continuously since 1989. Birk's concept is based on the traditional city grill with a contemporary twist that remains one of the most popular dining destinations for lunch and dinner in the area. In addition to the menu of hardwood grilled steaks, chops, fresh fish and seafood, Birk's culinary team creates daily lunch and dinner menu additions. The lively bar is stocked with a complete array of beverages including an award winning wine list, select beers on tap, single malt scotches and full espresso bar. The attentive yet unobtrusive service professionals combined with an elegant facility and consistently executed cuisine make Birk's the ideal location for your next business or casual lunch or dinner, private dining or special occasion event.
At your service,
Birk's

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Theresa

Dined 4 days ago

The service was excellent with great recommendations on food options. The food was SUPERB! Had a wonderful experience and looking forward to going back.

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Popular dish

Blackened Ribeye

Popular dish

Peppered Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Steak Bits

Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza - Los Gatos

4.7

4.7 (490)

$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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michael

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Food is always great! Food came out fast! Waitress was excellent!

King's Fish House - San Jose

4.6

4.6 (3025)

$30 and under

American

San Jose

About the restaurant

Established in 2020, King’s Fish House is San Jose’s choice for seafood. Located at the Westfield Valley Fair, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.

We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.

Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.

Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.

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Nick

Dined 5 days ago

Erica did a great job helping us out. Went there for my birthday and she went above and beyond to make it a memorable event

Flowers Saratoga

4.6

4.6 (1040)

$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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Marjorie

Dined on 19 Dec 2024

I brought my daughter-in-law and two grandchildren to Flowers for their first time. We had a wonderful time and they can't wait to go again. Alex, our waiter, was fantastic!

LB Steak - Santana Row

4.5

4.5 (4213)

$31 to $50

American

San Jose

About the restaurant

LB Steak, a modern American steakhouse, is led by culinary titan Chef Roland Passot, James Beard nominee and owner of San Francisco’s renowned La Folie. The seasonally inspired menu features hand-cut Prime Angus Steaks sourced from the Midwest, imported A5 Japanese Wagyu, and sustainably caught seafood. Our bar offers handcrafted cocktails and an extensive spirits selection. Our wine list features an array of domestic and imported wines, as well as a curated selection of wines by the glass, offering diners options to fit any taste or occasion. Let's meat at LB Steak!

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Chris

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great experience my wife and I go every year

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