Saratoga Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Saratoga

April 14, 2018 Concepcion Newsome

Saratoga /ˌsærəˈtoʊɡə/ is a city in Santa Clara County, California, United States. It is located on the west side of the Santa Clara Valley, directly west of San Jose, in the San Francisco Bay Area. The population was 29,926 at the 2010 census. Located on the Western edge of the Silicon Valley, Saratoga is known locally for its suburban small-town feel, wineries, and high-end restaurants. Major attractions of Saratoga include Villa Montalvo, Hakone Gardens, and the Mountain Winery.
Things to do in Saratoga

1. The Basin

14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070-6071 Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Private Dining American, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Dinner SGD 26 - SGD 39 +1 408-867-1906
Excellent
58%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 185 reviews

The Basin

Reviewed By hmbcountryfan - Half Moon Bay, CA

Had dinner here before a concert at the Mountain Winery. Glad we had a reservation as they were quite busy at 5:15 p.m! The service was excellent, the server was attentive without being intrusive. We both ordered the special, a halibut served on a bed of callower with capers and a delicious sauce and it was fabulous. The staff was aware of concert-goers and accommodated accordingly. All in all The Basin has a lot of positive things going on, be ready to be impressed!

2. Nick's Next Door

11 College Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030-7042 Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +1 408-402-5053
Excellent
79%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 300 reviews

Nick's Next Door

Reviewed By MIT629 - Saratoga, California

We've been here several times and our experiences have always been good. We were here most recently in late December and were a little frustrated with the service as our waiter was drab, not horribly attentive and didn't cause me to want to provide a tip of more than just the bare minimum. I concur with another reviewer who stated the tables are too close together. Not sure I need everyone in the world over hearing what my dining companions and I are discussing.

The food is always good, the bartenders all make a perfect Manhattan and the wine list is solid. We'll be back but will request a different waiter and a more private table if one exists.

3. Naschmarkt Restaurant

384 E Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008-2023 Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar German, Austrian, European, Central European, Gluten Free Options Dinner SGD 39 - SGD 39 +1 408-378-0335
Excellent
69%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 171 reviews

Naschmarkt Restaurant

Reviewed By Dell R - Union City, California, USA

My husband and I have a special dinner every January to celebrate our birthdays and anniversary. We, and another couple, went to the Naschmarkt and had a fantastic evening: fantastic food, leisurely dining, excellent wait staff. A couple of things about the visit - the venue was small, and we were seated in the enclosed sidewalk area, which was a plus as it was less crowded and quieter. Colder, sure, but space heaters kept it comfortable. Had a great view of the street. Bob, our waiter, was knowledgeable, patient, didn't impress the rush some smaller restaurants tend to do to churn patrons. The tab for 4 of us with food and drinks was expensive, but given it being our collective celebration and that they made it special and enjoyable for us, I highly recommend it. The food alone would bring us back.

4. Alexander's Steakhouse

19379 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014-7139 Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover American, Steakhouse, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks SGD 66 - SGD 131 +1 408-446-2222
Excellent
58%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 305 reviews

Alexander's Steakhouse

Alexander's Steakhouse is a fine dining interpretation of the classic American steakhouse with hints of Japanese influence laced into the menu. Located in Cupertino, California, Alexander's Steakhouse is a welcome addition to the South Bay dining scene, receiving numerous awards and accolades since its opening in 2005.

Reviewed By NMGRRL - Albuquerque, New Mexico

An amazing dinner! Each course was amazing. Palette prep spoons were a very nice start. Breads were soft and fresh Popcorn crab was perfectly battered and fried. Enjoyed them even without the sauce. The filet and ribeyes were both great with distinctive tastes. Ribeye was a bit overcooked but still incredibly flavorful! Brussel sprouts were amazing with lots of bacon. Mashed potatoes were smooth and buttery. My accompaniments of sweet potatoes and onion were great and complemented the steak. Wine was reasonable priced and a good partner to the steaks. Very impressive but overwhelming wine list. Chocolate dessert was beautiful and tasty. I don't like white chocolate but the caramel version was amazing. The cotton candy was fun and a great finish to a perfect night. Ambiance was good but we had very loud tables around us. Service was great. Very attentive from the whole cast, friendly and fun. Enjoyed our time with them before restaurant got busy. Would definitely go back for a special occasion.

5. Icing On the Cake

50 W Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030-6813 Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible Gluten Free Options +1 408-354-2464
Excellent
84%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 135 reviews

Icing On the Cake

Icing on the Cake is an amazing retail bakery located in downtown Los Gatos, California. Since 1985, an impressive selection of buttery, made-from-scratch cakes, cookies, brownies & bars, loaves and pies have stood ready to tempt anyone with a sweet tooth. Icing on the Cake also offers fun gift items, a large selection of cake stands, greeting cards and seasonal merchandise. Come see why this little gem of a bakery has such a devoted following.

Reviewed By ChristineStaszko - San Jose, California

This is the best bakery in the Bay Area hands down! You cannot go wrong with anything you pick here but set aside a good five minutes to sort through what they sell. There are endless choices of delish baked goods: pound cake, edible cookie dough, quirky cupcakes, tons of enormous cookies, cookie dough balls, etc. If we are in Los Gatos we always have to stop to get something here. I can't say enough about how incredibly yummy everything they sell is.

6. Stan's Donut Shop

2628 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95051-5351 Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible American Breakfast +1 408-296-5982
Excellent
89%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 153 reviews

Stan's Donut Shop

Reviewed By Peri S - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

A Santa Clara institution, Stan's has been serving up tasty fresh breakfast treats for decades. Don't let the unassuming storefront fool you. This crew knows their stuff when it comes to making and serving some of the best donuts in the South Bay.

7. Big Basin Cafe

14471 Big Basin Way, Ste C, Saratoga, CA 95070-6182 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 408-741-1185
Excellent
31%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
9%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 72 reviews

Big Basin Cafe

Reviewed By lwj - Norcal

Nice selection of coffees, lattes and teas.... with a good number of breakfasts and sandwiches, salads, soups and other hot dishes (quiche, lasagne, empanadas, croquettes) for lunch to select from.
Has the feeling of a coffee shop in the 60’s... a neighborhood hangout for locals.
Reasonable prices, good food with a nice vibe....

8. Los Gatos Cafe

340 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030-7243 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch SGD 26 +1 408-354-4647
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 247 reviews

Los Gatos Cafe

Reviewed By ClaireWilson36 - Los Gatos, California

I have been going to this location on and off for years. Its main drawback is the parking and crowds during peak times. Its food is always good, like their other location on Los Gatos Blvd. I always get one of the omelets, and it always comes with great potatoes and fresh-baked bakery item. This is a reliable place for an excellent breakfast.

9. Village Burger Bar

14413 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070-6008 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol American, Bar, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner +1 408-647-2136
Excellent
46%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 77 reviews

Village Burger Bar

Reviewed By Tom J - Morgan Hill, California

The name on the business must have changed. We stopped here and we were pleasantly surprised. They have some great selections and choices of burgers, salads, and appetizers. Also some very good wines and beers on tap. We tried the Ahi burger. It was cooked perfectly and topped with fresh toppings. But the Ahi was bland even with the wasabi mayo. We also tried the fish n chips..it was good. We also tried the poke salad..this was very good. and we had the tasty pork sliders. Lots of protein choices if you want to build your own burger. We will come back and try some of those next visit.

10. Aqui

10630 S de Anza Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014-4450 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Highchairs Available Mexican, Healthy, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch SGD 4 - SGD 17 +1 408-996-1443
Excellent
47%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 146 reviews

Aqui

Reviewed By Joachim73 - Espoo, Finland

We had dinner here with some colleagues after having read the reviews. The entry to the restaurant is a little like a fast food restaurant where you need to order directly from a big menu and can be a little confusing and slow. The food is good with good tacos, bowls and nachos with good sauces. In terms of drinks we had the industrial strength Margaritas. I don't know what to make of that, whether I loved the drink or hated it. The drink stayed cool in subzero for close to an hour and it was very difficult to drink and was very strong. Weird but worth the experience.

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