San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA

Places to go in San Jose

30 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Academic Coffee

Food & Drink

Academic Coffee

Specialty coffee menu with an assortment of local pastries, baked goods & bread in a modern space.

499 S Second St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Food & Drink

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

511 Coleman Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

Blossom & Bourbon Restaurant

Food & Drink

Blossom & Bourbon Restaurant

632 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose, CA 95123, USA

Blue Bottle Coffee

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Blue Bottle Coffee

Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.

368 Santana Row Suite 1020, San Jose, CA 95128, USA

Chromatic Coffee Co.

Food & Drink

Chromatic Coffee Co.

Wood-&-steel warehouse-like space offering coffee made with beans from around the world.

460 Lincoln Ave #10, San Jose, CA 95126, USA

Coffee & Water Lab

Food & Drink

Coffee & Water Lab

603 Saratoga Ave #40, San Jose, CA 95129, USA

Con Azucar Cafe

Food & Drink

Con Azucar Cafe

Mexican pastries, light fare & specialty espresso drinks in a colorful, bohemian cafe.

101 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA

Crema Coffee Roasting Company.

Food & Drink

Crema Coffee Roasting Company.

This counter-serve cafe draws locals with its variety of coffee drinks, outdoor seating & free WiFi.

238 Race St, San Jose, CA 95126, USA

Dr.ink

Food & Drink

Dr.ink

77 N Almaden Ave #70, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

El Jardín

Food & Drink

El Jardín

Lively haunt with open-air seating for seasonal Mexican eats, cocktails, live bands & a party vibe.

368 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128, USA

Eos & Nyx

Food & Drink

Eos & Nyx

201 S Second St #120, San Jose, CA 95113, USA

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Food & Drink

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

377 Santana Row #1090, San Jose, CA 95128, USA

Jackie's Place - North

Food & Drink

Jackie's Place - North

Soul food & Texan-style grilled meats served in an informal dining room with a contemporary vibe.

840 N First St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA

JOEY Valley Fair

Food & Drink

JOEY Valley Fair

Relaxed, contemporary dining spot with a broad menu featuring international & regional dishes.

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd Ste 1840, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA

Moonwake Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Moonwake Coffee Roasters

1412 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, CA 95129, USA

Nirvana Soul Coffee

Food & Drink

Nirvana Soul Coffee

Trendy cafe featuring specialty coffees & teas, plus sweet treats amid funky decor.

315 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA

Poor House Bistro

Food & Drink

Poor House Bistro

Eatery in an old house serving New Orleans-inspired food like po' boys, with live music on weekends.

317 W St John St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto

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RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto

180 El Camino Real Bldg B, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA

San Pedro Square Market

Food & Drink

San Pedro Square Market

87 N San Pedro St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

Smoking Pig BBQ

Food & Drink

Smoking Pig BBQ

This Southern-style BBQ joint slow-smokes ribs, brisket & pork & serves them in a modest setting.

1144 N 4th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant

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SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant

Elevated American eats & craft cocktails in the rustic-chic dining room or on the expansive patio.

72 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

Spectra Coffee

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Spectra Coffee

5353 Almaden Expy #52, San Jose, CA 95118, USA

Suspiro

Food & Drink

Suspiro

3060 Olsen Dr Ste 20, San Jose, CA 95128, USA

Terra

Food & Drink

Terra

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128, USA