Eureka! Santa Clara

Eureka! Santa Clara is a fantastic place that combines great food, friendly service, and a lively atmosphere. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with welcoming smiles and an inviting energy that makes you feel right at home. The menu is full of creative, flavorful dishes made with fresh ingredients—from juicy gourmet burgers to tasty appetizers and refreshing craft cocktails. Every bite feels thoughtfully prepared, and the presentation is always spot on.

So happy we went here. Great drinks and food. We were happy with everything. Price is a little spendy. $200 for 2 apps, 2 meals with 3 drinks each. Would go there again but will not get mixed drinks. Best brussel sprouts ever!!

Very vibrant and professional service. Attentive waiters, the scene was nice and comfortable. Dishes were well prepared, except the steak salad under cooked and portion sizes decent. They presented a uniformed discount awesome! I would go back. Came again and had the poke dish, it was phenomenal. The fish taco plate lacked seasoning though.

Came for happy hour. Tried the old fashioned, spa day margarita and pine apple cider--,all delicious. Also tried the burger and upgraded to green beans. Ordered the cheese sandwich with tomato soup. Thanks to Stephen for providing us with a good experience overall for our first visit.

Love this place! The burgers are amazing. The service staff were helpful and courteous. Will go again in my next trip.

Stopped in for lunch, not to busy at lunch time on Sunday. We ordered kids cheeseburger meal, smashed burger with Mac and cheese balls and spicy chicken sandwich. Food came out fairly quick. The fries were pretty good. My kid said his burger was fine. My smash burger was also good, I split half with my sister and she gave me half of her spicy chicken sandwich. The chicken sandwich was interesting, first bite was good. Subsequent bites were salty. I tried to find out what was salty, not the pickles, not the slaw, not the batter, but I think it was the spicy sauce they tossed it in or drizzled on. My sister thought the same. The Mac and cheese balls were good, has a little kick to it (kid thought it was spicy).

After a few months away from this lovely place, it absolutely did not disappoint. It was date night, and we enjoyed a few drinks along with some great food. The salads were delicious, and the beer taps were noticeably clean — we really appreciate a great-tasting beer, and you can immediately tell when the taps are well maintained. These are easily some of the cleanest taps we’ve experienced anywhere. I also tried the gingerbread smoked Old Fashioned, which was delightful and surprisingly not overly sweet. For food, I ordered the spicy chicken sandwich, and it was just as tasty as I remembered. We love this place and are so glad we decided to come back after some time away. The staff was great, and the manager was incredibly sweet — I didn’t catch her name, unfortunately. Thanks, Eureka! 🍻

Happened to stop by with my buddy who was visiting from out of town. I have been past here many times and never ventured in but I am glad I did. It is set in a very nice upscale area with Flemings to one side and across the way there's a Whole foods. Fairly recent development. Nice area to visit. The place is a restaurant/bar with seated dining, bar and outside seating too ... It's open pretty late and had a nice chill atmosphere at about 11pm when we visited for a beer and burger. We had our food at the bar. Burgers were good (my beef was a little salty for my taste); it was presented well, fries were really good with the beer. They had a selection of pretty good brews, I had Pizza Port ale which went well with my burger and we tried a flight of some of the other beers. Staff were nice and checked in often. Would be a nice place to come for a date night with my wife.

Food was PHENOMENAL. I got the Mac and cheese balls for appetizer then American burger for entree with a side of sweet potato fries, and it was soooo good. Service was AMAZING! Thank you to our amazing server. He was quick, attentive and just really good service! Ambiance is just too good. I could stay there all night.

Came here right at 11 to try and beat the rush, so glad we did! Was sat right away, and had a great server, I missed her name but she was great! Manager was checking in on folks and was nice just to say everything was great. Definitely as we were leaving it was getting packed, but didnt effect anything. Everyone was great and the service was great. Ordered a beer and a BBQ burger and it really hit the spot. Sad they dont have henhouse anymore but still loved the selection. Great looking place, good service, good food...WILL BE BACK AGAIN!

Came with work folks from nearby, The nachos were ok, got a fish tacos. Unfortunately no shrimp tacos as i was hoping for that. Its also a bar too, plenty of seating . Can get busy around lunch time . Staff is really nice and helpful Its a classic American spot, and they have many good items but obv not halal meat so cudnt have the burgers and stuff which looked so good. French fries were good that came with the fish tacos

Eladio M provides us with an amazing customer service - proactive response to our questions and recommendations. He has positive attitude and you can tell that he enjoys talking to customers and helping others. As usually we come here for delicious hamburger (blue and back mushroom burger, tomato soup and side of crispy fingering potatoes, etc.) don't miss out on the delicious food and amazing customer service.

Eureka is the spot for a nice burger. Pair it with a cocktail or beer and you have the perfect meal. We came on Friday night at 7pm and waited for a few minutes. Our server was great, she checked in on us and made sure we always had enough water, condiments, etc. Not the easiest when it comes to parking in this area but overall Santa Clara Square is a nice place to visit.

Want to meet a kick butt bartenderess? Go to Eureka .... And meet Maleighia (sp?)... Not only does she serve bitchin' drinks .... She serves a bitchin' personality ... The Great Gal and I stopped for a nightcap and a little nosh .... Pork belly bits and a dish of nachos ..... And like the Four Seasons.... "Ohhh, what a night!"...

I've been here a handful of times, both in small group and larger group (~10 people) settings. What I really appreciate is that service and food quality is consistent across these experiences. Yes, prices are a tad bit higher, but nothing out of the ordinary for the area. The ambiance is nice, and the food is higher quality (e.g. burgers are "nicer" than your average burgers). I've tried many dishes from burgers, to entrees, to various appetizers. While it won't be a Michelin star level meal (nor Michelin level prices), it has always been a very solid meal, and I have left satisfied each time. Their drink selection, including beer, always satisfies the crowd as well. The primary downsides here are having to wait when it's busy and finding parking during the busy times. That being said, if the main lot is full, there is a parking lot across the street which just requires a bit more walking.

I loved my burger and house fries, and visited them again just for that. Everybody liked their food too. The service is quick and ambiance is casual. They have ample seating both outdoor and indoors or over the bar counter. But better to go with a reservation for a large party. Definitely a good spot to hangout with a bunch that caters to various dietary needs with delicious food.

Went for the happy hour deal on weekday. The food was mediocre, we had Mac cheese balls, nacho cheese, burger, fried pickle and truffle fries. Our waiter was always busy, can't find him anywhere, so we tried to get the other waiter whom seemed like standing there and chatting with other people, he saw us but pointed his finger to our waiter, how bizarre it was. They strictly follow the waiter's zone?

they got rid of my default order of ribs (before this, they got rid of my default order of riblets... dang it corporate!) BUT the steak frites honestly are so good lol I've gotten this at both this eureka & the stevens creek one & they pretty consistently make it at the exact done-ness I want (med rare) which is good fries are always great - crispy & a good balance of salt bone marrow burger is also always the same wild child group cocktail came out of a spout (watched the bartender fill the jug) although I suppose that doesn't surprise me - lately the spicy rim has had a bit more bite than usual tho and as always - dogs allowed on patio! depending on which waiter you get the size of the "water for the dog pls" will vary between a big container w ice, to a lil teeny cup (like a to-go ice cream cup size) lol

Due to a horrible service at another restaurant, we had to scramble last minute to find a restaurant for 9ppl tonight and luckily EUREKA totally accommodated us. A few of us arrived just at the end of happy hour so we had a few drinks before the rest arrived. We were seated with menu in hand. Service was amazing. Attentive. Drinks were nice!!!! Yummmm Great restaurant with inside and outside seatings. We got a nice table inside for our group and enjoyed a bunch of plates/dishes that we shared. Toni, the general manager, was terrific. Already assisting us with a last minute reservation and she came by to check on us a few times. We enjoyed a nice evening after all

I was attending a show at Levi stadium and was staying at a nearby hotel. My friends and I wanted to get a food meal in before getting ready for the evening. My friend came across this spot, and was surprised it was located around a ton of different stores and other restaurants! We did have to wait about 15 minutes on a Friday afternoon, so decided to get a drink at the bar while we waited. Im only giving 4 stars, instead of 5 because when I asked about their daily cocktail special (apple tiki at the time) the bartender attempted to tell me what was in it and didn't make an attempt to as anyone or loom anywhere for the recipe, which deterred me from ordering it. Overall the food we got was good and the servers were very polite and attentive. We ordered mac and cheese balls and i personally ordered their grilled chicken sandwich without bacon, which was very good!

The fig burger had a nice balance between the sweetness of the fig and the tanginess of the goat cheese. The patty was juicy, which made the burger taste even more authentic and flavorful. I also liked that there were many side options! I chose the honey cinnamon sweet potato fries -- they weren't very sweet on their own, but came with honey on the side so I could adjust the sweetness to my liking. Since I ordered takeout, the fries got a bit soft by the time I ate them, so I'd like to try them fresh at the restaurant next time!

Been to this location many times and the food is always very consistent. My go-to foods are Mac balls (buffalo and ranch side), truffle cheese fries (sauce on the side), house salad with lemon vinaigrette (they just got rid of this though), and veggie tacos (which they also sadly got rid of). The veggie burger is always a solid option though! Nachos too! Love the drink options and happy hour here! My fave is a wild child or draft cider! We tried some new menu items last night: -pretzels (okay for me) -onion rings (decent) -grilled fish tacos (only eaten by my partner which he enjoyed) -street corn (not my fave) Service can be a little spotty but Ashley is wonderful if you get her! The manager is also very friendly! Love sitting on the couch by the fire for the chill vibes. They also always have a fun music playlist. Many vegetarian options and pet-friendly!

This Eureka! is located in a Santa Clara Square Marketplace. In the two times I've visited this place on a weekday evening, it was difficult finding parking both times. The plaza seems to have plenty of traffic and many parking spots that have time limits. When I arrived around 5pm, it wasn't crowded. However, around 6pm was when the surrounding tables filled and it would get loud. I got to try for glazed brussel sprouts and the crispy veggie beet burger $17.50. The sprouts for $11 were flavorful and well-cooked, but portion sizes weren't big. For any burgers, you can choose a side of choice. I chose the salad, and it didn't disappoint. The burger itself was underwhelming and I couldn't really taste the beet or understand how it was unique compared to other plant-based patties besides the pink color. Overall, this burger joint is sufficient for an after-work dinner with co-workers. I'd be willing to come back to try their other burgers.

Came in for Veterans Day. Busy location and parking was horrible. After some confusion about the promotion for veterans, and another adjustment of the bill at the end, things went smoothly. Restaurant was super busy and there didn't seem to be enough servers. My burger, the dry aged bone marrow butter burger was excellent perfectly cooked to medium and good mouthfeel with the bone marrow. I got truffle cheese fries and while I couldn't taste any truffle essence in the dish, they were nonetheless good.

Always have a good time here. Food is solid, drinks are on point & waitstaff is kind & friendly. Wish I lived closer so l could hang here more often.

TL;DR 5 star for customer service I had lunch here, and overall, it was a great experience. The ambiance was nice--not too packed--and since I was dining alone, I grabbed a seat at the bar. I started with the Peach Buzz Sangria, which was a little tart but still really good, strong. For my meal, I ordered the NY strip steak medium rare, but when it arrived, it was definitely not cooked to the right temperature. These situations can be a little nerve-wracking because you want to enjoy your meal without feeling like you're inconveniencing the staff. However, I also believe that if a restaurant makes a mistake, they deserve the opportunity to fix it rather than being unfairly criticized online. So, I spoke up, and the manager came out right away. Within seconds, she confirmed that the steak wasn't medium rare and took it back to be redone. While I waited, they offered me a Caesar salad, which was a nice touch. When my new steak arrived--this time cooked perfectly to medium rare--it was absolutely delicious, especially with the bone marrow butter. What really impressed me, though, was the customer service. Not only did they correct the mistake quickly and provide a salad while I waited, but they also comped my steak, which I didn't expect at all. That level of service was beyond generous, and it made a lasting impression. So of course I tipped very generously (and yes it was a percentage on the original non-comped bill) I would 100% come back just for the outstanding customer service alone. Mistakes happen, but the way a restaurant handles them speaks volumes--and Eureka! nailed it. 10/10 experience!

This particular Erueka has a great ambiance--modern, a bit more upscale to match the area's vibe--and the service was absolutely on point. Friendly staff, attentive without being overbearing, and everything came out in a timely manner. I really wanted to love it here, but unfortunately, the food didn't quite live up to the rest of the experience. I was on my way back from the airport later in the weekday evening and needed a quick dinner. We had a couple of items and walked away with mixed feelings. One of the burgers came out slightly burned, which wouldn't have been as big of a deal if the BBQ sauce had more punch to it, but it was surprisingly mild. Sides for the burgers were good though: Fries were excellent and the salad was well balanced. A shame since their burger compositions were good at a different spot and I wanted a likely hit. The Brussels sprouts were a letdown though. They still had a strong bitter note and tasted like they weren't particularly fresh. The copious saucing couldn't save it. Would I come back? Maybe for drinks and fries, but I'd be hesitant to make this a dinner destination again unless the kitchen tightens things up a bit.

We came to Eureka on a wednesday night and were seated immediately. The service was amazing here and every single staff member was so kind. I ordered the seasonal cider which was blueberry, and my partner got a beer. On Wednesdays you can take home a special glass which we were excited about. For appetizers there are so many good options, but we chose the fried mac and cheese balls. This was the perfect comfort food but elevated. I will definitely be coming back to try some more of their shareable plates. I got the spicy fried chicken sandwich with truffle fries. The chicken was large and juicy and was the perfect amount of spicy. Truffle fries were super great as well and came with a special aioli and shaved parmesan. My partner got the double smash burger which was good as well. We will definitely be coming back here and I think it would be the perfect place for a happy hour.

I tried the fig burger and the brussel sprouts - the sprouts are SOOO good. However there is a ton of sauce so I could've done with a little less sauciness. I got the fig burger medium rare and it was quite a bit more rare than I expected. The greens were also a bit too sauced and there were big globs of goat cheese that I wish were a little more evenly spread out. The bacon was big and delicious. Taking it to go meant the fries were not as hot when I picked it up in the time I was told. Next time I'll get salad instead especially if I'm taking it to go. I thought it would be ok if I ordered it in store and just ran over to Whole Foods while i waited the allotted time. Lesson learned! Noted for next time, but I'll probably get a different burger next time but sauces on the side!

We first went to Eureka in Santa Clara, CA as we were there visiting family. We went to the Boise location the day we came back and they didn't disappoint. Their kamikazes are killer as are their cocktails. Great beer selection and their food offerings are off the chart...

Had a great dinner here on short notice tonight. Went in and got seated outdoors almost immediately vs the 40+ minute waits at Il Fornaio and Puesto. Inside was well air-conditioned, outside had a relaxed backyard ambiance with pergola screens and thick glass perimeters. Ordered the ahi poke stack, mac and cheese balls, a spicy fried chicken sandwich with fries, and my friend had the 28-day bone marrow burger. Had a side of ranch and firecracker aioli to compliment my chicken sando. From taste, the aioli is probably mayo mixes with a vinegary buffalo hot sauce. - The rice actually went pretty well with everything else in the poke stack. Blended seamlessly with the creamy avocado. Nice citrusy sauce throughout. - Mac and cheese balls are always great. Could be served a little hotter. I'd double up next time. - Chicken sandwich was textbook. Chicken could have been juicier from being brined longer, but not a bad sandwich and very filling. Good fries. Might upgrade to truffle fries next time. Wish they had garlic fries & a garlicky aioli. - Had a bite of the bone marrow burger. Felt like it could have used some cheese to round everything out. Missing texture as well. Perfect medium rare. Enjoyed pretty much everything, service was great, chill casual dinner vibes. Haven't been back to Eureka in 6+ years, but now I'll come more frequently. Solid 4/5.

I really wanted to love this place. However the food just didn't hit the way I thought it would. The service really saves this place in my opinion. We had two servers as one went on break and was replaced. Both were really nice. The first girl tried to fix our wobbly table but after trying she just offered to switch our table. Our second one was amazing and attentive. I wish I remembered their names to make sure they get their kudos. We ordered the: Fried pickles Poke stack Charcoal passion fruit lemonade Bbq pork ribs 28 day aged bone marrow burger The fried pickles had a very thin batter and not crispy. Heads up, the Carolina pickles are very sour. Poke stack was delicious and fresh. Charcoal passion fruit lemonade was delicious and refreshing. Bbq pork ribs were okay. Bbq sauce is a heavy ketchup based sauce. Yes I know bbq sauce is ketchup based but this one had too much for my taste buds. The Cole slaw was subbed out for truffle fries that were good. Now the reason why I wanted to come here. 28 day aged bone marrow burger. The bone marrow and aioli make this burger. However the grilled onions were barely grilled, looked and tasted more like raw onions. The thickness of the tomato was a bit much too. This dish just disappointed me.

We wanted to get a early dinner,and this place had good reviews. We were seated promptly. Most of the crowd looked like people getting off of work and ready for Happy hour. You could see the drink's getting served,and the tables getting loud. Didn't realize it was such a a popular place for drinks. We ordered burgers and fries. I got onion rings. My onion rings came out hot and crispy. I had ordered my burger medium rare,but it came out medium and dry. I don't understand why they ask what we prefer,and then bring it out medium to well done. This isn't the only place where this has happened. I'm getting tired of sending back my food. They should just put we cook all burgers till they are grey and dry.. If it wasn't for the fact that the waitress was really busy,I would have sent it back.

We were looking for a solid dinner spot that wouldn't break the bank and this spot was perfect! Good burgers priced super reasonably! Service was night and the ambiance was great too. Definitely good for date night or a casual night out, the burgers were delicious!

Got home and no strawberries in my goat cheese citrus salad, I didn't get informed of this so it is to my surprise that my favorite part of my salad isn't there! Says it on the menu that it comes with strawberries:( Edit: came back to this review as I got to my dessert and there was no barrel bourbon sauce! Dry other than the ice cream, also was my favorite part about this dessert:(

On a chilly Friday evening, I was struggling to find restaurants still open late at night. I called ahead and found that this restaurant's last call was at 11:30, which meant we would still make it. So, excited I went to this restaurant with a friend for a nice peaceful dinner. We were quickly seated and the server helped us out right away. After listening to some suggestions we made our choices. My burger was scrumptious and her salad was delectable. We also ordered the ahi tuna tower appetizer which was really nice with the chips. Our drinks were also really smooth and delicious. I'd come back here. (May or may not have gotten food poisoning here, but I'd still come back)

Came on a Monday evening thinking there would be no wait, but it was fairly busy! We had to wait about 45 minutes to be seated for 2. Luckily, we were able to walk around the area and go to Whole Foods while we waited lol Right when we were seated, we were not greeted right away by our server and were not offered water for about another 20 minutes. However, we were able to place our order right away and the food came out fairly quickly. I got the al pastor fish tacos and my husband got a burger with the Mac n cheese balls. I thought the fish tacos were mediocre, and for some reason it didn't seem that warm... the fries were good! My husband liked his burger. The Mac n cheese balls are probably my favorite thing. All in all, this location disappointed me a bit with the service and the food was just ok... but maybe it was just not the best day because I do enjoy Eureka!

Visiting California and this popped up when searching for good food. Service was fast and friendly! Food was excellent! I got the Jalapeño Egg Burger with onion rings. Followed that up with a carrot cake. Overall excellent experience. 10 out of 10 would recommend this location.

The decor is cool and the music is loud. The service was spotty at best. Most disappointing was the food. We had to send some back due to all the fat and gristle on the meat. Portion sizes were very small. Prices were way too high.

TL;DR: Though the dry-aged burger patty was tasty and well-executed, the somewhat clumsy assembly and unmemorable topping did not leave me feeling "Eureka!" in my burger quest. The Details: Curious and on a hunt for a memorable dry-aged burger, I found out about Eureka's offering and decided to pay a visit. My wife and I came during an off-time in the early afternoon; the ambiance was nice, though the service felt a little bit lethargic because it was past peak lunch hour. No matter, so long as a satisfactory burger could be had. I ordered the dry aged bone marrow shiitake burger, medium rare, and was eventually greeted with a tasty looking burger. The patty itself was cooked to desired doneness and pleasant to the palate; the dry-aged character of it didn't feel that memorable / noticeable, but it was a good patty nonetheless. The bun was also tasty and toasted on the inside. Unfortunately, Eureka thought for some reason that putting the tomato in between the bottom bun and the burger was a good idea, which led to the bottom bun eventually falling apart as it saturated with tomato juice. Additionally, the bone marrow shiitake butter, while interesting in concept, didn't have much of a memorable flavor, or even flavor at all. Lastly, the fries, while decent, weren't terribly memorable. Overall, a bit of a mixed experience--I'll be continuing my burger quest and searching for my eureka moment elsewhere.

My family celebrated my Dad's birthday here the other day and loved everything we ordered. We got the bison burger, bbq bacon burger, wings with bbq and firecracker sauce on the side, and truffle cheese fries. The service was amazing!! We upgraded one of our sides to onion rings and the server noticed it was missing before we did. My dad kept saying "they're really on it here." The vibe of the restaurant is very intimate due to the dark lighting. I would definitely recommend coming here to all my friends. I will be coming back to try out their happy hour menu!

Stumbled upon this restaurant while visiting family. We were so impressed with the cleanliness and menu options. We were seated outside on their patio which was perfect. Our server was helpful and answered questions we had. Food and drinks were very good and we were happy to hear that there is another location closer to us!

Great service and tasty food. We didn't have a reservation but they got us in quickly. Enjoyed the atmosphere. I had the fig and goat cheese burger and it was great. My sister had a salad wrap with those dreamy sweet potato fries. We will definitely frequent again. Love the tshirts that the staff wore I would have liked to buy one.

We work across the street, so this is one of the restaurants that is easy walk and usually fairly good. Today was a mixed bag. We arrived to an empty restaurant, plenty of tables and were promptly greeted. The food came out in decent time considering the crowd kept growing exponentially at this point, but food itself was a bit disappointing. Steak and broccolini lacked flavor - was not salted well and had some green looking pesto with no flavor either. Certainly not worth the $35.00 price tag. Eureka Salad is always a good choice, fresh good sized portion but I feel like the price went up and maybe a few less toppings than I am used to. Smash burger was "just okay" per my colleague, nothing noteworthy other than a really pricey for what it was. Fries overall were cold and maybe a tad undercooked. We had non-alcoholic drinks that were expensive for size and quantity, my guess its less than 6 oz of liquid once they add the ice. I don't feel the value is there for the quality or flavor of foods. They also have terrible flow - it took us 23 minutes to get our tab once we finished our meal. They just feel way too understaffed to handle that lunch time rush, or just don't have a system down to better move patrons. Our server was very nice, but again, he was just inundated with a REALLY large party. That seems to be a theme too - either 2-3 person tables or REALLY big parties. Not easy to manage by any means.

My coworkers and I dined in for a lunch together on a weekday, and the seating inside is vast, spacious with great lighting. I personally got a Caesar salad with medium rare steak added on, and the table shared a few appetizers: truffle fries, fried pickles, loaded nachos, and sweet potato fries. The Caesar salad was standard, but I would pass on the added-on steak next time - probably another protein or dish completely would be worth trying. The truffle fries and loaded nachos appetizers were probably my favorite. As an avid pickle fan, I'm surprised at how overly sour the fried pickles were - incredibly juicy, however. The sweet potato fries were good, but surprising because they tasted more like a dessert, due to the added sweetner - potentially maple syrup? Overall, the food was OK and service was great. Good place to come with a large group or casual lunch.

Stopped by with the family a couple of weeks back for dinner when in the San Jose area. Moderately busy around 8 pm on a Saturday night but was able to snag a table for four with no wait. Restaurant is dimly lit so imagine it would be a good spot for a date night, but old eyes would have a tough time seeing the menu. Youngest had the American Burger with fries while my wife and daughter shared an Amercan Burger and Pulled Pork sandwich, both with fries. I had the Napa Chicken sandwich with arugula salad as I was a bit "fried out" eating at restaurants. Youngest inhaled the American Burger saying it was very good. Daughter liked both the burger and pulled pork, Wife thought the burger was a bit salty. She left me two bites and I agreed. It was tasty, but if I had a whole burger, I could see the salt build up. Pulled pork sandwich was not the slather in BBQ sauce version she was looking for. My napa chicken was very good and paired well with arugula salad. Service was fine if a bit slow. They switched servers part way and the second server was also managing a larger table of maybe 15-16. Overall four stars.

My friends and I went to Eureka! in search of good, American fare after a fun day at a convention in the Hyatt Regency nearby. And Eureka! delighted me with its modern take on the American classics. With the lights turned down low in a sea of customers' murmurs, Eureka! finds its elegance in the rugged shadows of modern industrialism. We were seated in a booth and served a round of water to start. The menu offered everything from the straightforward hamburger to the sophisticated fig, cheese, and bacon burger. I got the Eureka! American burger well-done with a side of their signature fries. My friends and I swapped stories over an appetizer of Dorito-crusted shishito peppers (crunchy, melted fun for those of us who are kids at heart), and our main courses arrived soon after. As Americans do, my burger projected confidence (dare I say brashness?). My eyes were drawn first to the bold stripes on the seared onion, a decisive flourish from the chef who left the burger's upper bun resting casually on the side. The cheese was warmly melted, and it blanketed the beef patty, lettuce, and tomatoes. I loved the first bite. Buttery bun, warm beef and Swiss cheese melted in my mouth. Crunchy lettuce and juicy tomato followed with the light tickle of pickle and cozy burger sauce. The signature fries were delicious too; lightly salted, the fries were mild and easy on the tongue, with notes of starch accented by peppery parsley. I had a great time with my friends over dinner at Eureka! and I'd come here again for a trendy, casual meal.

This review is long overdue as I've been here too many times to count since they opened up in Santa Clara. Most recently, I took my work team here for a casual dinner on a Thursday evening. I quickly and easily made reservations on their website the day of. I was the first to check-in with the hostess and she was happy to seat me even though the rest of my group had not arrived yet. My server came quickly to greet me and offered to start me off with a drink. Eventually, my group showed up. The majority of the table went with the Chicken Crispy Sandwich, which was recommended by our waiter and I had the Tacos. Everything was solid and we were on our way to the next stop efficiently and with a smile.

Soooooo this was my first time at this particular Santa Clara, Eureka location! I went to the Cupertino location years ago and one along the peninsula. I want to say a year ago for Halloween special, but I could be wrong if that wasn't this restaurant. Nevertheless, with my lovely annoying food allergy to monos sodium glucosamine/MSG, the only thing the server could actually offer me was a grilled piece of chicken. Lol. Family the bacon burger with onion rings as well as the pastrami quesadilla and my niece got a macaroni and cheese! She's incredibly picky when it comes to macaroni and cheese, so I was really happy. She was able to eat it and it wasn't too creamy/cheesy for her. Lol , no pun intended! Overall, the server was incredibly nice when we first were seated with a lady yet something happened after she got our drink order and she switched tables yet she never made mention of this to us and we had a very responsible, attentive gentleman service next, but he had a very soft spoken voice, so it was hard to hear him over the trance/Vegas style music blaring above our heads. Lol. Overall, I'm sure this place is a good hangout spot to watch a game and get a drink. Happy hour deals. Just check their menu ahead of time, but for me and my annoying monosodium glutamate/MSG food, allergies I couldn't really eat anything but I loved my cider beer! Lol

This was my first time going out after 9 months being pregnant and 4 months postpartum. But second time enjoying Eureka. Did I have a good time? Absolutely yes. I had a few margaritas and the appetizers were just delicious. Did I enjoy Eureka? Por supuesto que Si. I loved the music, the environment, everything. Ashley was my server and she was amazing. She was busy with a party and a few tables, but always made sure we were all right. I previously brought my mom who had the ribs with corn (did not see that on the menu this time), and now I got to bring my brother who agreed with me that Eureka is a nice place to have drinks, food and a good time.

Delicious! My favorites are the Fresno fig burger and the truffle cheese fries. If you're a fresh ginger lover, try the ginger lime soda! Absolutely amazing. The service is great even when busy. I don't live close to this location, but stop in every time I'm in town. It's worth the wait if there's a line. Eureka! has a laidback, modern vibe. Perhaps a touch more on the "date-night" side than family eatery. However, you will see families there, so don't be discouraged to bring kids if you're feelin' it. You can expect prices to be mid-range. Not terrible, but you are paying for quality ingredients. Hope you go. I always recommend it.

The family and I have been hearing about the hype of Eureka and finally decided to check it out. We ended up going to the Santa Clara location and the interior design was very nice. Very modernized and had nice dinner vibes. The menu options all sounded great while not being too extensive. Also had a rotating alcohol menu which was interesting. We ended up getting the Wings w/ Bourbon Dry Rub as a shareable. Was cooked very well. Also ordered the Spicy Chicken Sandwich and the Fresno Fig Burger. The Spicy Chicken was pretty good, but nothing too out of the ordinary, but the Fresno Fig was delicious. We also did the Mac N Cheese Balls and Cheese Truffle Fries as side substitutions. The fries were so freaking good. You can definitely taste the Truffle compared to other establishments where it's barely noticeable in taste. Was definitely satisfied with that selection. All around, the food was amazing across the board. Would have given a higher rating, but our server didn't provide the best service unfortunately. Got my drink order wrong, messed up our wing seasoning selection, and charged me twice for the drink order mess up.

Hands down, our meal at Eureka! was our best in Santa Clara last weekend. The service was amazing, the food was excellent, the cocktails were strong but well balanced. I would say the atmosphere is elevated casual to date night appropriate, good for families and couples. Next time I'm in Santa Clara, Eureka! will be my first meal stop!

It has a tavern vibe - kinda dark but friendly workers. Food was good - we would definitely go again.

This place is located in one of the most busiest parking lots in Santa Clara. There's a lot of restaurants and stores in the same plaza so finding parking during rush/peak hours can be challenging. There's also the chance of your car getting hit and bipped so hide your belongings. The restaurant is staffed with some really friendly and helpful people. Their service is amazing and will accommodate whatever you need. Unfortunately we've been here several times and my partners food has angered her. She quotes, "I hate paying for food that I didn't enjoy". We've gave this place several tried and it just isn't for her. She's had the fish tacos and the chicken sandwich and both were met with disappointment. BUT in the other hand I've had several of the burgers here and they were great. It's really hard to mess up a burger so they did that right. Their selection of drinks is expansive and there's something for everyone. They also have "hoppy" hour which includes drinks and food so make sure to ask if you go during its duration. They don't mention it but if you ask they'll show you where they hid the happy hour menu.

Food: Very flavorful and exquisite for a delicate pub-like place. Recommend the Ahi Poke Stack if you're a big fan of poke style dish. Service: Regular and decent. Ambiance: relatively quiet and fancy. Suitable for a quick bite and chatting place for a date. Make sure you take advantage of their happy hour to enjoy at a more affordable price.

The service was good. The hostess was able to accommodate our party and got seated quickly. The food was very lackluster unfortunately. We ordered wings, burgers and bbq ribs but none of it stood out and consistently mediocre. The environment was lively with guests from different companies in the area. There was a bunch of fruit flies. We were seated inside.