Italian restaurant · SoFA
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A downtown institution since 1956, still family-run and packed with Italian‑American classics from mesquite-grilled steaks to veal parm and Joe’s Special. Highlighted by Visit San Jose and cherished by generations of locals.
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Japanese grocery store · Japantown
Japanese market with sushi, snacks, drinks & ready-to-eat meals
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Ethiopian restaurant · Burbank
Authentic Ethiopian flavors served without pretense, great for vegetarians
6 Postcards
Department store · Valley Fair
Apparel, cosmetics, home goods, and furniture with varied service experiences
Modern Indian restaurant · Santana Row
Creative Indian dishes & cocktails with live music and a lounge vibe
11 Postcards
Portuguese restaurant · SoFA
Portuguese small plates, fado nights, outdoor seats, Bib Gourmand awardee
13 Postcards
Mexican restaurant · Shasta/Hanchett Park
Fresh tortillas, farm-to-table Mexican fare, patio dining
9 Postcards
New American restaurant · Garden Alameda
Chefs Roy Choi & Daniel Patterson's fast-food venture
Breakfast restaurant · Buena Vista
Creative American breakfast & lunch with generous portions
Jamaican restaurant · St. James Park
Jerk chicken, oxtails, salmon, fried plantains, curried shrimp
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Mexican restaurant · Willow Glen
Halal Mexican eats with flavorful ribs, tacos, and burritos