The Grill on the Alley
CIN-CIN WINE BAR 368 Village Ln., Los Gatos (408) 354-8006 www.cincinwinebar.com
THE SCENE: An intimate, high-class atmosphere focusing on Spanish, Asian and California cuisines, and the wines that best accompany them. NEW YEAR’S EVE: Offering a special New Year’s Eve menu.
CRAB LANDING 260 Capistrano Rd., Half Moon Bay (650) 712-1288 www.crablanding.com
THE SCENE: The Rat Pack would feel at home here. Featuring classic American cuisine. NEW YEAR’S EVE: Extended evening hours.
ISLAND GRILL 1355 N. Fourth St., San Jose (408) 392-2405 www.theislandgrill.com
THE SCENE: Modern hotel with all the amenities. NEW YEAR’S EVE: Enjoy a delicious meal at the Grill, followed by live music from the Flashlight Flashbacks in the Bamboo Lounge.
FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE
LA MERE MICHELLE
THE SCENE: Classic sophistication, and expertly done steak. Ask for wine pairings. NEW YEAR’S EVE: Featuring a special New Year’s Eve menu. THEWAVEMAG.COM DECEMBER 15-28, 2008
172 S. Market St., San Jose (408) 294-2244 www.thegrill.com
THE SCENE: A wide-open layout, and some of the best possible seafood in the Bay Area. NEW YEAR’S EVE: Fireworks, a special New Year’s menu, and complimentary drinks.
180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 329-8457 www.flemingssteakhouse.com
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THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY
14467 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (408) 867-5272 www.lameremichelle.com
THE SCENE: Elegant and intimate French dining, combining traditional ambience with modern amenities. NEW YEAR’S EVE: A special New Year’s dinner and dancing starting at 9pm. CONTINUED ON PAGE 24