The Best American Restaurant in San Jose (Downtown/SoFa)

Little Chef Counter

Come join us in the Little Chef's kitchen and indulge yourselves with our chef-inspired Californian-style cuisine and Chef Robert Dasalla's delicious creations! 25% off the entire menu during Happy Hour (4p-6p) Little Chef Counter's culinary t... more

Loft Bar and Bistro

Located in the heart of downtown, this chic, two-story San Jose restaurant has it all. With upstairs and downstairs dining rooms, two granite-top bars and a beautiful rooftop garden patio, the Loft is fast becoming the hipster spot to begin or end a... more

Morton's the Steakhouse - San Jose

Morton's is Chicago-style chain steak house that serves big meaty steaks and a large wine list in a formal dining room. The bar is well stocked with top shelf liquors and offers a slightly more casual dining environment. more

Mosaic Restaurant & Lounge

For everything from happy hour celebrations to romantic dinners, Mosaic hits the spot. Located in the historic Hotel Montgomery in downtown, this San Jose restaurant and nightspot attracts a well-dressed crowd in search of expertly mixed cocktails an... more

Orchestria Palm Court

Rich but healthy food using ingredients like grass-fed beef, organic greens, dairy high in Omega 3 acids - in a restaurant setting from 1910, complete with operating player pianos! more

Original Joe's San Jose

Known as a staple for San Jose residences this classy and classic rat-pack-style diner, featuring tuxedo-clad waiters is one of a kind. From the homemade chicken soup to the Veal Scaloppini, Sinatra would be right at home. O.J.'s isperfect for lunch... more

Peggy Sue's

Peggy Sue’s is a 1950s-inspired restaurant that allows our guests to take a step back in time to the days of drive-in movies, the first (and best) rock ’n roll, and deliciously cold and creamy milkshakes. Conveniently located in downto... more

Rookies Sports Lodge Downtown

Rookies Sports Lodge Downtown is located in the heart of Downtown in San Jose. As a family owned and operated restaurant and bar, we truly believe in giving our guests the best experience possible. We care about quality and consistency; We have, in f... more

Ruffled Feathers Eatery

Ruffled Feathers specializes in chicken dishes and homemade deserts in a casual atmosphere. more

SmokeEaters

Fresh Food, Not Fast Food At Smoke Eaters we serve fresh food that’s made to order every day. We show up early to carefully hand craft our specialty sauces from scratch. There are no compromises, and we don’t cut corners. No MSG, no... more

SP2 Communal Bar and Restaurant

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant presents seasonal and locally-sourced New American cuisine from Executive Chef Paul Nuño. Our passionate Bar Team complements with handcrafted cocktails while our internationally sourced wine and spirits list ensures the... more

The Craftsman

Regional American comfort food. more

The Farmers Union

This is an American tavern where we put everything we love into the mix. We have food you can't wait to take another bite of; old fashioned cocktails alongside some originals that you've never tasted before; over 52 craft beers on tap; and wines t... more

The Grill on the Alley

The Grill on the Alley in San Jose opened in 1998, paves the way in fine dining in downtown San Jose. The Grill on the Alley continually strives for perfection, mixed with an ongoing effort to create new and exciting promotions for downtown diners.... more

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