#san-jose-restaurants

#san-jose-restaurants

Humbe's music is a blend of R&B, pop, and traditional Latin influences, creating a sound that transcends time and cultural boundaries.

The ruling is a long-overdue victory—not just for ducks and geese subjected to force-feeding, but for the democratic process itself.

DoKnow, born Daniel Lopez in Los Angeles, is a comedian who torpedoed the glass ceiling by podcasting his relatable, laid-back way of looking at the world.

Sakesan, though not at all stuffy or fancy, still works if you want to iron something and run some product through your hair.

The grilled octopus is tender and sweet, the seafood bucatini is rich without being overwhelming, and the juicy chicken souvlaki skewers get a slight tang and lots of flavor from their yogurt marinade.

Gianmarco's Restaurant is a Birmingham staple founded by a father-and-sons trio who have brought generations of Italian family recipes to the city for nearly 20 years. The upscale yet welcoming spot is known for handmade pastas, fresh seafood, and signature dishes, such as veal Parmesan and house-made gnocchi, all served in an intimate, old-world setting.

At Dim The Way in Ingleside, every table has one thing in common: at least one plate of cheung fun. Cooks are turning these slippery rice noodle rolls out of the open kitchen nonstop, and they're easily the best thing on the dim sum menu here.

Welcoming, sophisticated and bright with natural lighting, Poppy & Claro is a concept by Jay Paul Company, located off the lobby at 50 W. San Fernando St. in downtown San Jose. Black walnut wood accents (claro) and soft seating, featuring functional, custom-crafted furniture, along with handsome bespoke wall decor inspired by the Golden State, draw you in. The ambiance is open and airy, yet somehow intimate.

These establishments are highlighted as 'New' on guide.michelin.com to help food lovers enjoy new discoveries before the annual announcement of Bib Gourmands and Stars.

The Super P, with a quarter-pound Brandt patty, grilled chicken breast, red onions and Monterey jack cheese, delivers 60 grams of protein. The Super P Max packs 80 grams of protein.

The first Tacomakase menu for 2026 features Chicharron with queso fresco, squash blossom, guacamole and Cascabel chile sauce; Zucchini with grilled queso Cotija, roasted tomato salsa and chipotle aioli.

You might think of it as a sleepy suburb, but amid its quiet neighborhoods and well-regarded school districts, San Ramon is home to plenty of exciting restaurants. The town has become a particularly strong hub for Indian food, with everything from elevated modern interpretations to regional specialties, and you'll also find dumpling destinations, noodle soups worth waiting for, and a steakhouse with surprisingly good deals.

You might be most familiar with Santa Clara because of Levi's Stadium and the tech campuses that fuel Silicon Valley, but it's also home to a compelling food scene. The food landscape here mirrors Santa Clara's international workforce, with Syrian shawarma, Peruvian lomo saltado, Japanese izakayas, and Uyghur hand-pulled noodles sitting side by side. It's also a notable Korean food hub, with an impressive concentration of KBBQ spots, late-night Korean pubs, and modern Seoul-style cafes that keep pace with anything in the South Bay and beyond.

East Bay hardcore outfit Manos De Fierro is part of a new wave of bands pushing the Bay Area scene back toward something raw, physical and community-driven. Pulling from hardcore, metal and beatdown influences, their sound is confrontational without feeling performative, rooted in real experience rather than image. The band has built a reputation through local shows that thrive on intensity and shared energy, where the line between band and crowd all but disappears.