FOOD: SOUTH BAY DINING
Birk’s restAurAnt
evolved into a South Bay dining icon since its inception in 1989. Whether for a power lunch, a special occasion or a casual meal, the atmosphere of casual elegance sets the stage for a stellar dining experience, paired with a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, craft beers and cocktails. located at Hwy. 101 and Great America pkwy., near levi’s Stadium. lunch: Mon-Fri. Dinner nightly. Bar menu: 2:30-9:30. Happy hour: Mon-Fri, 4-6; Sat, 5-7. [3955 Freedom Circle; 408-9806400; birksrestaurant.com] diO dekA LOS GATOS SEE AD ON PAGE 57
Noted for its innovative Hellenic cuisine, this Michelin-rated dining destination also tempts diners with double cut lamb chops and USDA prime steaks from Allen Bros. of Chicago — the only Bay Area menu to feature them — grilled to perfection over a mesquite grill. For more details, see under Mediterranean (p. 55). [Hotel Los Gatos, 210 E. Main St.; 408-3547700. diodeka.com]
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This downtown favorite offers the finest steaks available in the country—prime-certified Angus Beef, aged a minimum of 28 days—as well as grass-fed filet, and Australian lamb chops. Australian lobster tails and fresh seafood including sea bass, salmon, ahi tuna, and scallops are also on the menu. House made desserts and a Wine Spectator Best of Excellence Award-winning wine list complement the dinner, while craft beers on tap, specialty drinks and an extensive spirit collection round out your experience. Banquet rooms and patio dining are available. Dinner nightly. [Los Gatos: 206 N. Santa Cruz Ave.; 408-395-6434. Danville: 200 Sycamore Valley Rd.; 925-5520505. forbesmillsteakhouse.com]
the griLL On the ALLey SAN JOSE Modeled after the great grills of New York in the 1930s and ’40s, this classic steakhouse offers a menu to suit all tastes. Extensive wine list. lunch and dinner daily. [Fairmont Hotel, 172 S. Market St.; 408-294-2244] mOrtOn’s the steAkhOuse SAN JOSE SEE AD ON PAGE 67
located in downtown San Jose, Morton’s prides itself on quality and consistency, featuring USDA prime-aged steak, fresh seafood, hand-picked produce, delicious appetizers and decadent desserts. Witness the hustle and bustle of the technology industry’s elite
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rOk BistrO SUNNYVALE Wild game and other meats are cooked on a hot volcanic rock on your table at this eatery also serving fondue. Dinner nightly. [124 S. Murphy Ave.; 408-733-7651] wiLLArd hiCks CAMPBELL Handcrafted cocktails and woodgrilled black Angus steaks are all the draw at this clubby downtown dining spot. Dinner nightly. [280 E. Campbell Ave.; 408-374-5000]
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fLeming’s SANTA CLARA This high-end steakhouse is known for its prime-graded steaks and a wine list that includes 100 choices by the glass. lunch: MonFri. Dinner daily. [2762 Augustine Dr.; 408-346-4557]
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as you dine in the luxurious and sophisticated dining room or, for a more casual experience, in the bar or outside on the patio. private dining spaces accommodate groups both small and large. Dinner nightly. [177 Park Ave.; 408947-7000. mortons.com/sanjose]
distriCt sAn jOse SAN JOSE This communal spot brings together a menu of small plates and house-made charcuterie with an extensive wine and whiskey program. open Mon-Sat evening ‘til late. Brunch: Sat-Sun. [65 N. San Pedro St.; 669-292-5252]