Restaurants in San Jose, California

Il Fornaio offers creative cuisine and outstanding service. It’s the epitome of elegance with its interior design of multiple dining areas, blonde hardwood floors, and dark wood trim. The restaurant’s romantic atmosphere is enhanced by recessed and suspended lighting, a high arched entryway, and large pane windows. This upmarket Italian franchise is an ideal place for a romantic evening. Il Fornaio uses locally sourced ingredients to prepare sumptuous meals. Entrées include selections like Brasato Al Vino Rosso, Linguine Mare Chiaro, Conchiglie Al Pollo, Filetto Di Blue, and Pennoni Alla Vodka.

302 South Market Street, San Jose, CA, Phone: 408-271-3366

The original Scott’s Seafood San Jose opened in San Francisco in 1976. Since then, several more Scott’s Seafood restaurants have opened to continue the legend – the downtown San Jose restaurant has been making waves for more than 30 years. At the heart of the brand is a dedication to serving the freshest sustainably sourced healthy fish and seafood – you will taste the difference. The cold Seafood Tower (with oysters, jumbo prawns, lobster and crab) is one of the most popular appetizers. Their Boston-style Clam Chowder is legendary and their perfectly-prepared fresh fish and sea food entrees never disappoint. They also serve Fillet Mignon and Surf and Turf to please committed carnivores.

Scott’s Seafood, 200 S. First Street, Suite 10, San Jose, CA 95113, 408 971 1700

The Grill on the Alley is an award-winning restaurant in downtown San Jose that serves New American cuisine. The Grill on the Alley is a stylish, elegant restaurant with white jacketed waiters, hard wood floors, recessed lighting, and white walls. The romantic atmosphere continues with sconce lighting, large wall paintings, crisp white linen, and dark wood furnishings, making this an ideal place for a date night. Known as a premier steakhouse, this restaurant also serves fresh seafood. Entrées include items like cold-poached Atlantic salmon, Lake Superior whitefish, petite filet mignon, braised short ribs, and a traditional prime rib dinner.

172 South Market Street, Phone: 408-294-2244

ADEGA, is the only Michelin-star rated restaurant in San Jose. Guests can expect an upscale dining experience of authentic Portuguese cuisine. ADEGA’s interior décor features soft colors with white walls, blonde wood floors and beams, and large pane windows. The relaxed, rustic-chic ambience with wood tables and farmhouse-style sliding doors make this an ideal venue for a romantic evening out. ADEGA’s executive chef focuses on meat and seafood dishes paired with a wide selection of wines. Dishes include selections like Arroz de Pato, Bife a Portuguesa, Bacalhau a Adega, Arroz de Marisco, and Peixe Com Todos, as well as three-course and seven-course tasting menus.

1614 Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose, CA, Phone: 408-926-9075

Located in downtown Willow Glen, and boasting both indoor and outdoor dining areas, The Table serves delicious breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The Table is focused on serving fresh seasonal dishes inspired by local suppliers – they also mix innovative cocktails and offer a progressive wine menu. The cuisine is contemporary American – you can start your meal with a hand-selected cheese and charcuterie platter or opt for a couple of their delicious sharing bowls before moving on to enjoy their contemporary entrees which include Pan Roasted Duck Breasts with Polenta Frites, Grilled Spanish Octopus and a mouth-watering Rib Eye Steak with Cilantro Crema.

The Table, 1110 Willow Street, San Jose, CA 95125, 408 638 7911

Inside the historical Moose Lodge building in the Willow Glen district of San Jose, Dry Creek Grill has become the trendiest place for patrons in this area. The interior design features Tiffany lamps and recessed lighting, exposed wood beams, and lacquered wood tables. The outside features cushioned seats, blooming plants and trees, and romantic fire pits for cool evenings. This is an ideal setting for a date night. Purchasing organic and local meats, produce, and fish, the executive chef prepares entrées that include selections like Pulled Pork Memphis Style, Seafood Risotto, and Grilled Salmon. The upscale eatery serves small-batch bourbons with its delightful fare.

4570, 1580 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA, Phone: 408-264-2011

On Santana Row, beneath a sprawling California Oak, El Jardin Tequila Bar & Restaurant serves authentic Mexican bistro-style cuisine. This fun, vibrant restaurant features high tables and stools, exposed brick, and a rustic wood bar. The outside dining area features lush foliage and trees that shade in the daytime and sport string lights at night. It’s an ideal setting for a night out for two. Utilizing the vast farms in the Bay area, ingredients are locally sourced for freshness. The menu includes selections like Carne Asada Tortas, Tostadas de Ceviche, Carnitas and Chicken Burritos, Mexican fries, and Chicken Milanesa Torta.

368 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, Phone: 408-246-1744

La Foret Restaurant in San Jose is housed in California’s first ever two-story hotel, built over a century ago. This restaurant is made for romance with its light colored walls, hardwood floors, and multiple dining rooms to allow for large events or intimate dining experiences. The interior also features wood trim, large pane windows, and chandelier and sconce lighting making this an ideal setting for a date night. Locally sourced ingredients bring a freshness to the cuisine at La Foret Restaurant. Delectable menu selections include Ahi Tuna, Lobster Ravioli, and Prawns Meuniere with garlic, butter, vin blanc, and Meyer lemon.

21747 Bertram Road, San Jose, CA, Phone: 408-997-3458