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The Grill on the Alley |
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172 S Market St Fairmont Hotel, San Jose 95113-2307 • 408-294-2244
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~44 ft * |
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DOWNTOWN. This rather clubby hotel restaurant is well-known for its hand-stirred martinis and excellent grilled seafood, prime rib, and filet mignon. With private dining rooms and an intimate main dining area that boasts hardwood floors and leather booths, the restaurant keeps with the Fairmont's well-earned reputation for elegance. |
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User Rating: 9.5
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Pagoda Restaurant |
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170 S Market St Fairmont Hotel, San Jose 95113-2307 • 408-998-3955
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~50 ft * |
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DOWNTOWN. Located in San Jose's Fairmont Hotel, this elegant Chinese restaurant offers an intimate dining environment, including opulent décor and a huge central flower arrangement. Menu items include garlic chicken and mu shu pork, not to mention several fish, seafood and vegetarian options. The restaurant offers a full bar. |
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San Jose Museum of Art |
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110 South Market St, San Jose 95113-2383 • 408-271-6840
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~302 ft * |
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DOWNTOWN. This marvelous art museum focuses on contemporary California art. The museum's collection includes paintings, photography, glasswork, and sculptures. Special exhibits by the likes of Dale Chihuly, whose chandeliers adorn the museum's main entranceway, are quite common. The museum also hosts poetry readings, seminars, and opera recitals. Patrons will find jewelry, books, and unique gift items at the Museum Store. |
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Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph |
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80 S Market St, San Jose 95113 • 408-283-8100
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~454 ft * |
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DOWNTOWN. This multi-domed basilica dates to the 1870s, although it's actually the fifth incarnation of the church. Furthermore, the cathedral basilica stands on the former site of the city's first church, St. Joseph Church, an adobe structure dating to 1803. Inside the building are stunning stained glass windows and a unique pipe organ. Open, airy, and elegant, the cathedral basilica is a lovely place to worship and to marvel at art, history, and architecture. |
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Gordon Biersch Brewery |
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33 E San Fernando St, San Jose 95113-2508 • 408-294-6785
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~636 ft * |
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DOWNTOWN. Eclectic Gordon Biersch Brewery is a popular chain brewpub known as much for its flavor-packed menu (great garlic mashed potatoes!) as for its fine selection of German ales and lagers. On weekends, it tends to get fairly loud and crowded and makes for a fun place to hang out, especially for folks between the ages of 21 and 35. During the summer, you'll probably happen upon a little live music when you stop in. |
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User Rating: 6.75
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The San Jose Flea Market |
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1590 Berryessa Rd, San Jose 95133 • 408-453-1110
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~641 ft * |
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Paying a visit to the San Jose Flea Market is a true experience. There are almost 2,000 different venders here who sell everything from comic books to pruning shears. This is the state's largest such market, covering 100-plus acres of Silicon Valley real estate, and their "Produce Row" is a truly a sight to behold – almost a quarter of a mile of fresh produce from California and around the world. |
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House of Siam |
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151 S 2nd St, San Jose 95113-2378 • 408-295-3397
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~681 ft * |
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DOWNTOWN. House of Siam is a Thai restaurant conveniently located in San Jose's downtown area. If you have an affinity for spicy food and an exotic setting, then this place will be right up your alley. Dishes like their pan-fried noodles and mixed vegetables or duck served in a pineapple are huge favorites with the business crowd who flock here during lunch hours. Several vegetarian options are also available. |
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User Rating: 8
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Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar |
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185 Park Ave, San Jose 95113 • 408-971-1700
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~819 ft * |
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This sixth-floor restaurant has some of the best views of downtown of any restaurant in the San Jose area, so be sure to request a window-side seat. The atmosphere is fairly upscale, but the friendly service and well-spaced dining area create a definite air of comfortableness. "Scott's Classics" are the restaurant's signature dishes, and the eclectic menu offers such main dishes as tuna covered with wasabi lemon butter, sea bass, and grilled salmon. Scott's also offers non-seafood alternatives, including some excellent steaks. Reservations are suggested. |
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User Rating: 9.5
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The Improv |
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62 S Second St, San Jose 95113 • 408-280-7475
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~873 ft * |
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Need a laugh? Check out who's on at The Improv – you might catch Bill Bellamy, D.L. Hughley, Brian Regan, Bobby Lee or the Kims of Comedy. Full dinner menu is available if you want to make a night of it. Two-drink minimum. Show times vary, but usually start about two hours after doors open. |
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Morton's, The Steakhouse |
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177 Park Ave, San Jose 95113 • 408-947-7000
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~907 ft * |
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Morton's offers a lot more than just American Angus. The decor is masculine; the atmosphere, classy. Expect more-than-competent service from the knowledgeable waitstaff, who can converse confidently not only about food but about the lengthy wine list as well. Along with a legendary 24-ounce porterhouse, favorite entrees include whole baked Maine lobster, broiled salmon, and a buttery double-cut filet mignon. |
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