Chinese restaurant · Rancho Santa Teresa
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South San Jose’s family-run spot serving a compact selection of dim sum items all day—dim sum sampler, steamed buns, and dumplings—alongside Chinese and Southeast Asian plates. A practical pick for casual, late-afternoon cravings on the south side.
Bakery · Historic District
Portuguese egg tarts and pastries from a Michelin-starred bakery
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Japanese restaurant · Japantown
Sushi, sashimi, home-style Japanese meals, miso cod
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Hamburger restaurant · Bonnett
Char-grilled burgers, shakes, and casual sports bar vibes
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Sushi restaurant · Japantown
Fresh sushi & Japanese pub fare, conveyor belt or order
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Grocery store · Buena Vista
Discount supermarket with deals on meat, produce, and toilet paper
Grocery store · Almaden Community Association
Organic grocery, housewares, wine, juice bar & brewery taproom
Restaurant · Historic District
Creative vegan bites, unique fermented brews, and mocktails
Californian restaurant · Paseo
Seasonal California ingredients with Mediterranean influences, unique cocktails
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Coffee shop · Del Robles
Signature breakfast items and a variety of coffee drinks
Sushi restaurant · Cypress
Fresh sushi, spicy rolls, ice cream, attentive service