De americano a californiano a la cocina moderna, Santa Clara County cuenta con 27 restaurantes premiados que lo convierten en una joya culinaria escondida. La ciudad presume de estrellas Michelin y premios James Beard en su escena gastronómica. Santa Clara County es un destino gastronómico discreto pero impresionante.
The best restaurants in Santa Clara County
27 expert-reviewed restaurants, with what makes each one stand out. Track 40+ global award systems in one place, updated continuously.
1.ADEGA
Meaning wine cellar, ADEGA represents authentic Portuguese cuisine at its very best. The culinary team fuses modern approaches to old classics, using the best ingredients available seasonally. The wine room offers a selection of more than 500 of the best Portuguese wines. ADEGA is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Portuguese · 1614 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA 95116
2.Be.Stéak.Ă
Be.Stéak.Ă is a contemporary steakhouse with an Italian influence, featuring superior cuts of beef, seafood, handcrafted pastas, and an extensive wine list. Be.Stéak.Ă is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Italian · 1887 S Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
3.Café Vivant
Located in Menlo Park, Café Vivant pairs premium poultry with one of the region’s most ambitious wine lists—3,000+ selections spanning classic and emerging regions. The menu is focused, seasonal, and ingredient-driven, built around exceptional birds and thoughtful hospitality. Café Vivant is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Seasonal Cuisine, Wine Bar · 720 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA
4.Che Fico Parco Menlo
From Back Home Hospitality comes Che Fico Parco Menlo, an evolution of Che Fico specifically created for the Peninsula located at Springline in Menlo Park. Che Fico Parco Menlo takes inspiration from its critically acclaimed sister restaurant in San Francisco while adding new creations to its menu of Italian fare with California influences. Che Fico Parco Menlo is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian · 1302 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA
5.Cheyenne Club
Cheyenne Club features a seed-to-table dining experience serving wagyu beef and freshly sourced seafood dishes. Cheyenne Club is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 6065 WY-130, Saratoga, WY 82331
6.Chez TJ
Chez TJ is a contemporary French cuisine restaurant that is uniquely located in one of the most historic Victorian homes in Mountain View, CA. Chez TJ is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French · 938 Villa St, Mountain View, CA 94041, USA
7.Dio Deka
Dio Deka serves Greek-inspired Mediterranean cuisine with fresh seafood, lamb, and traditional specialties. Dio Deka is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Greek, Mediterranean · 210 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
8.Ethel's Fancy
Ethel’s Fancy is an exploration of Modern California cuisine from a Japanese-American kid from Hawaii, who just happened to work in some of the best restaurants in America — an epic dinner party of sharing plates, mighty drinks, and rocking tunes. Ethel's Fancy is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
550 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
9.Ettan
ETTAN creates a unique confluence of the Indian palette with California fresh ingredients – marrying Eastern sensibilities with Western expression, presented through an international design aesthetic. Ettan is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Indian, Californian · 518 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
10.Forbes Mill Steakhouse - Los Gatos
Forbes Mill Steakhouse serves prime certified Angus beef, wagyu, fresh Seafood daily, and classic sides using fresh ingredients. The restaurant also offers an extensive wine list from California boutique wineries, Italy, France, Spain, Argentina, Australia, and Chile. Forbes Mill Steakhouse - Los Gatos is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 206 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
11.Hiroshi
In the Japanese spirit of omotenashi, Hiroshi's vision has always been to source the finest Japanese ingredients and authentically serve them in a sincere way that showcases their intrinsic flavors. Hiroshi is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Japanese · 328 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022
12.Jaks Restaurant
Nestled in Santa Clara's Market Place District, JAKS blends rich Indian tradition with modern elegance. Led by Master Chef Prakash Singh, with 18 years of experience in luxury hotels like ITC Sheraton and Marriott, Chef Singh, a Gold Medalist from the Indian Federation of Culinary Academies, masterfully combines traditional techniques with modern innovations. Jaks Restaurant is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
3333 Coronado Pl, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
13.LB Steak - San Jose
LB Steak serves steaks, seafood, and seasonally-driven desserts and offers handcrafted cocktails and a vast wine list. LB Steak - San Jose is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
334 Santana Row #1000, San Jose, CA 95128
14.La Forêt
La Foret offers fine French dining in an old country setting. The historically significant building rests next to a quietly meandering stream in the verdant foothills of New Almaden. Picture windows surrounding the entire dining area allow patrons to enjoy the quietly beautiful surroundings fully. La Forêt is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
French · 21747 Bertram Rd, San Jose, CA 95120
15.Mastro's Steakhouse — Santa Clara
Mastro's Steakhouse is an upscale restaurant serving steaks and seafood dishes and offers hand-crafted cocktails and eclectic wines. Mastro's Steakhouse — Santa Clara is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Seafood · 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd suite 1860, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA
16.One Iron Bar
One Iron Bar is a casual eatery that serves rustic Northern California food using locally sourced ingredients. One Iron Bar is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian · 1 Cordevalle Club Dr, San Martin, CA 95046
17.Plumed Horse
The Plumed Horse offers a dining experience that combines the best of Old World elegance and New World innovation in its food, wine, decor, and service. Plumed Horse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American Contemporary · 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070, USA
18.Protégé
Protégé is an upscale casual restaurant featuring New American cuisine and a comprehensive wine & spirits program. Protégé is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian · 250 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA
19.Quattro Restaurant & Bar
Inspired by Italian recipes and crafted with hyperlocal ingredients, Quattro Restaurant & Bar puts a playful Californian spin on Mediterranean dishes, best enjoyed on the chic outdoor terrace. Quattro Restaurant & Bar is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Mediterranean · 2050 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
20.REN Omakase
Ren, meaning "lotus" in Japanese, symbolizes purity, perseverance, and enlightenment. Much like the lotus flower that rises above muddy waters to bloom in pristine beauty, Ren represents the pursuit of excellence, harmony, and creativity in the world of Edomae sushi. REN Omakase is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Omakase, Sushi · 403 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA
21.Ritual at Manresa
Globally acclaimed restaurants take over the kitchen at the legendary Manresa in a revolving format. Each month, a new culinary experience is flown over to California from a different corner of the world. The lineup is curated by Chef David Kinch, culinary ambassador for Ritual at Manresa. Ritual at Manresa is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Global Cuisine, International · 320 Village Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030, USA
22.Sundance The Steakhouse
In its 40-year history, Sundance The Steakhouse has always let its premium cuts of prime beef, sophisticated atmosphere, and world-class wine list do the talking. Sundance The Steakhouse is a classic, where you’re just as likely to rub elbows with Silicon Valley pioneers as you are old friends. Sundance The Steakhouse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA
23.Tasting House
The Tasting House offers wine with a small plate of food, a slice of cheese, or a piece of chocolate. The restaurant also offers a vast curated selection of wines in our shop from around the world that are available by the glass and half glass. Tasting House is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Californian, European · 368 Village Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030
24.The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse
The Sea by Alexander’s Steakhouse is the Bay Area’s premier seafood dining destination. Prepared with modern technique and flair, the restaurant distinguishes itself by focusing on rich scrumptious morsels from the sea. The contemporary cuisine is blended with Japanese sensibility and ingredients to transform The Sea’s menu into the extraordinary. The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Steakhouse · 4269 W El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
25.Valley Goat
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. Valley Goat is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Global Cuisine, Californian · 1100 N Mathilda Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089, USA
26.Vintage Wine Merchants
Vintage Wine Merchants is a wine bar offering small plates in a contemporary space with a gothic façade and an outdoor patio. Vintage Wine Merchants is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Californian · 377 Santana Row #1135, San Jose, CA 95128, USA
27.Épernay Bistro
Épernay Bistro is a French bistro and champagne bar serving traditional French food with a vast wine list. Épernay Bistro is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
29 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
