Chinese restaurant · Edenvale
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A South San Jose standby serving dim sum all day alongside live-tank seafood. Featured by KQED’s Bay Area Bites, it’s beloved for classics like har gow and pan-fried chive dumplings and for hosting family banquets across generations.
Hotel · Santana Row
Stylish hotel with outdoor pool, upscale restaurant & rooftop bar
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Restaurant · San Pedro Square
Historic adobe food hall w/ multiple vendors, bar, patio & live music
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Vietnamese restaurant · Little Saigon
Northern-style pho w/ wide noodles & flavorful broth
Bar · SoFA
Retro arcade games, pinball, and craft beer with outdoor seating
Coffee shop · SoFA
Specialty coffees, teas, unique lattes, and waffles in funky decor
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Hot dog restaurant · Florence-Nancy
Classic hot dogs, shakes, and carhop service in a retro orange stand
Portuguese restaurant · Little Portugal South
Michelin-starred Portuguese fine dining with extensive wine list
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Jamaican restaurant · St. James Park
Jerk chicken, oxtails, salmon, fried plantains, curried shrimp
Steak house · Little Italy
Steaks, ribs, and chicken with garlic bread & baked potatoes
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Bar · Historic District
Crafted cocktails, small plates, intimate vibes, and vinyl music