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1. Il Fornaio - San Jose
4.4
Awesome(4185)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • San Jose
Booked 38 times today
Il Fornaio means 'The Baker' in Italian. This award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique dining experience. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Repeat winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
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2. Scott's Seafood - San Jose
4.5
Awesome(352)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • San Jose
Booked 13 times today
Serving Great-Tasting Food Since 1976The Scott’s story began in 1976, with the opening of a simple gracious seafood dinner house in the Marina District of San Francisco. Its phenomenal success led to the opening of a new establishment in the heart of down town San Jose. From the moment it opened, Scott’s captured the best of a growing tradition presenting the finest seafood classically prepared in light, crisp, friendly surroundings.Scott’s Seafood has been a San Jose tradition for over 40 years, with an emphasis on sustainable, healthy food options. Scott’s Seafood has won the People’s Choice Award for its Boston Style Clam Chowder several years running, reaffirming the consideration that goes in to crafting each meal.Many of our staff members have been with the company for decades, and even have roots to the original Scott’s in San Francisco. Our culinary crew led by Executive Chef Alfonso Tamayo follows the same traditions & qualities established by the Original Scott’s.
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3. La Pizza & La Pasta - Silicon Valley
4.1
Excellent(1715)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Santa Clara
Booked 60 times today
La Pizza & La Pasta features two of the best-loved Italian dishes: Napoli-style pizza and al dente pasta. Enjoy our seasonal selection just steps away from our expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers). Our traditional but innovative dishes feature both fresh pasta made daily in-house and air-dried, bronze-extruded pasta from Campania, Italy, and traditional Neapolitan pizza, from the experts at Rossopomodoro, a Napoli-based pizza company.We hold the table for a grace period of 15 minutes before offering the reservation to our waitlist.Parties of 7-10 people, call the restaurant. Parties of 11 or more, email esv-privatedining@eataly.comParties will be required to give credit card info to reserve their spot. There will be a $20 per person charge for no show or cancellations without 48 hr notice.
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4. Mastro’s Steakhouse - Santa Clara
4.6
Exceptional(909)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Santa Clara
Booked 100 times today
Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.
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5. Oveja Negra
4.1
Excellent(576)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • San Jose
Booked 9 times today
Experience a modern twist to traditional tapas with globally inspired shareable dishes. Oveja Negra, translated as “Black Sheep” in Spanish is offering a menu of “unruly tapas.” Our culinary team is “going against the grain” of this deep-rooted Spanish tradition to offer the curious diner a menu representing globally inspired recipes with a tapas flair. The menu will vary by season with flavorful and unique ingredients sourced from around the world, adding an international twist to your dining experience.
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6. The Table
4.5
Awesome(1183)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • San Jose
Booked 23 times today
About The Table: The Table is an urban neighborhood restaurant focused on seasonal ingredients, hand-crafted cocktails and progressive wines. We are called The Table because we recognize a table’s unique ability to bring together delicious food, fun drinks and good people. Many of life’s best memories have been created around a table. Our cuisine is contemporary American, paying tribute to the people and cultures that call this valley home. We believe that the quality of our product begins at the source—with the farmers, ranchers, and dairymen that produce them. By establishing relationships with local farms and ranches, our goal is to understand the origins of everything we cook and seek out only those ingredients produced with integrity and care. We commit to delivering delicious food that highlights the quality of the ingredients we source, free of over-manipulation.
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7. Mezcal
4.3
Awesome(752)
Price: Moderate
• Regional Mexican • San Jose
Booked 5 times today
Located in Downtown San Jose, Mezcal boasts one of the most distinctive dining rooms in San Jose. The brick exterior, metal work and indigenous Mexican motifs, sets the restaurant apart from its neighbors. Although the design is urban upscale, there is nothing watered down about the menu. Mezcal proudly serves authentic Oaxacan regional cuisine utilizing family recipes passed on from previous generations.
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8. Morton's The Steakhouse - San Jose
4.5
Awesome(3029)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • San Jose
Booked 35 times today
What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.
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9. LB Steak - Santana Row
4.5
Awesome(4191)
Price: Expensive
• American • San Jose
Booked 63 times today
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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10. Left Bank Santana Row
4.3
Awesome(5365)
Price: Moderate
• French • San Jose
Booked 52 times today
Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joiede vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step intoFrench culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseriesand iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizingseasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare andprawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by theParisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with awide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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  • Jinglyvip
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •10 reviews
    4.0
    Dined today
    Service was really food and food were authentic and delicious.
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    La Pizza & La Pasta - Silicon ValleyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Clara
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    4.1
  • Ralph
    San Francisco Bay Area •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It’s was an Anniversary dinner. They were very accommodating to give us the perfect table. Service was spot on and food was outstanding. Differently a must if you are in the area.
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    Scott's Seafood - San JosePrice: Expensive• Seafood• San Jose
    •
    4.5
  • Laurie
    San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We went for the Thanksgiving Dinner. The food was excellent and we appreciated the full dinner options plus additional sides Ala Carte.
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    Il Fornaio - San JosePrice: Moderate• Italian• San Jose
    •
    4.4
  • Dame Sheilavip
    San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I enjoyed a quiet business dinner with a new client and was even more grateful when the waiter accommodated my food allergy request. The wait staff was friendly, welcoming and on point.
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    Oveja NegraPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• San Jose
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    4.1
  • Jonathan
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We dined at Mastro's to celebrate a friend's birthday. Although I've been here numerous times, it was my friends' first dining experience at Mastro's and they were blown away by the superb service and exquisite taste of their steaks and drinks. We want to extend our gratitude to our server, Rushawn. He went above and beyond with his knowledge of the menu, expertise with pairings, and overall with his service which made our dining experience so much more special and meaningful. My friends and I agreed that if the food was mediocre, we still would have enjoyed our 5-star dining experience all because of Rushawn. Rushawn, thank you so much for your time and for going the distance to have my friends' first Mastro's visit a memorable and positive moment of their year.
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    Mastro’s Steakhouse - Santa ClaraPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Santa Clara
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    4.6

Discover best special occasions restaurants in San Jose

Planning a special occasion in San Jose? Discover the perfect dining spots in the San Francisco Bay Area, specifically tailored for memorable celebrations. San Jose's dining scene thrives with a variety of restaurants that specialize in creating exceptional experiences for any festivity. From authentic Italian cuisines to classic American BBQ, each restaurant offers unique atmospheres and menus designed to make your special events truly remarkable. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot for a birthday dinner or a lively venue for a larger gathering, San Jose has an array of options that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The emphasis on excellent service, delicious food, and a welcoming ambiance ensures that every dining experience can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your celebration. Enjoy the best of San Jose's culinary offerings and make your special occasion a delightful and unforgettable event.

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