Mio Vicino
1140-8 Lincoln Ave., Willow Glen CA
The latest from a local Willow Glen eatery that morphed into a mini-chain for many reasons, including exceptional pastas. Beer, wine.
Siena Mediterranean Bistro
1359 Lincoln Ave., San Jose, CA 95125
Hidden on a Willow Glen backstreet, Siena Mediterranean Bistro offers simple but satisfying seafood, risottos, grilled meats and bright and light appetizers. Desserts are winners, too.
Vin Santo Ristorante
1346 Lincoln Ave., San Jose, CA 95125
Italian. Seasonal menu, changing chef's specials and fabulous wines keep things interesting at this elegant Willow Glen Italian restaurant. --> Book a table online.
Japanese Restaurants
Kazoo Sushi Boat
1165 Lincoln Ave. #10, San Jose, CA 95125
True to its name, at Sushi Boat you can sit the bar and lift what tempts you off the floating barges going by (and if you're watching your pennies, pay attention to the kind of dish it's sitting on--that determines the price). Speak up if there's something you want that's not in the flotilla; the friendly chefs are happy and quick to oblige.
Mexican Restaurants
Aqui Grill & Bar
1145 Lincoln Ave., San Jose, CA 95125
"Cal-Mex" cuisine.
Taqueria Tlaquepaque
2222 Lincoln Ave., San Jose, CA 95125
Mexican. Owner Ubaldo Navarro makes sure all the usual dishes rank well above average, but that's not what makes his eatery special. It's the extra touches: amazing breakfasts, deliciously tart margaritas and a talented balladeer belting out canciones on Saturday nights.
Pizza Restaurants
Giorgio's Italian Food and Pizzeria
1445 Foxworthy Ave., San Jose, CA 95118
Simple southern Italian cooking served family style. Good food, generous portions and fair prices.
Jake's of Willow Glen
1074 Lincoln Ave., San Jose, CA 95125
Sure, friendly Jake's of Willow Glen serves great pizzas but also check out their extensive menu of sandwiches and burgers.
Pizza My Heart
1396 Lincoln Ave., San Jose, CA 95125; Tel. 408.279.4441
Founded in 1981 near Capitola Beach, Pizza My Heart has expanded to include several locations in the Bay Area including Willow Glen. Pizza My Heart serves great pies in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Take a look at the "world's longest wooden surfboard" on display.
Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza
1072 Willow St., San Jose, CA 95125
Designer Italian. In addition to the gourmet pizzas that fired the name, menu options include hearty pasta dishes, generous salads and creative sandwiches (lunch menu) at this casual Willow Glen restaurant. Beer, wine.
Read a full review of this Willow Glen restaurant by Silicon Valley's Metro.
Thai Restaurants
Siam Square
1040 Willow St., San Jose CA
Thai. Siam Square leans too far to the sweet side of Thai cuisine's delicate sweet-sour-spicy balancing act, but offers an array of traditional dishes in a clean, cheery atmosphere. Casual. Beer, wine.
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