Guidebook for San Jose
Food Scene
San Jose is famous for its orange sauce, and La Vic's put it on the map. You'll definitely want to try this special sauce, which is actually the perfect condiment. My favorite thing to order is the chile relleno burrito.
47 locals recommend
La Victoria Taqueria
140 East San Carlos StreetSan Jose is famous for its orange sauce, and La Vic's put it on the map. You'll definitely want to try this special sauce, which is actually the perfect condiment. My favorite thing to order is the chile relleno burrito.
We order delivery from Hom at least once a week using the Caviar App. The food is fresh, healthy and delicious!
6 locals recommend
Hom Korean Kitchen
1102 Pacific AveWe order delivery from Hom at least once a week using the Caviar App. The food is fresh, healthy and delicious!
Gotta Eatta Pita
86 N Market StThe Chipotle of Israeli food. Fresh, fast and delicious.
Ike's Sandwiches
2235 The AlamedaHighly competitive for the best sandwiches.
SoFA Market
387 S 1st StBrand new market filled with some really hip restaurants.
Top notch margaritas + guac. Beautifully-designed restaurant. They do accept reservations, but it's so big that you don't need one.
13 locals recommend
Olla Cocina
17 N San Pedro StTop notch margaritas + guac. Beautifully-designed restaurant. They do accept reservations, but it's so big that you don't need one.
One of our favorite date-night/special occasion restaurants. Everything on the menu is reliably delicious. Reservations encouraged.
24 locals recommend
The Farmers Union
151 W Santa Clara StOne of our favorite date-night/special occasion restaurants. Everything on the menu is reliably delicious. Reservations encouraged.
Casual but fresh and delicious Caribbean fare (try the Salmon bowl).
41 locals recommend
Back A Yard Caribbean Grill
1189 Willow RdCasual but fresh and delicious Caribbean fare (try the Salmon bowl).
Our favorite sushi in Japantown. Bar has sushi boats. Good for kids too!
13 locals recommend
Kazoo Japanese Restaurant
250 Jackson StOur favorite sushi in Japantown. Bar has sushi boats. Good for kids too!
The Bywater
532 N Santa Cruz AveAmazing cajun food. Romantic restaurant.
Kumako Ramen
211 Jackson StDelicious ramen in walking distance.
Orchard City Kitchen
1875 S Bascom AveCreative menu with exceptional food.
Drinks & Nightlife
San Pedro Square Market is a MUST DO when staying in this neighborhood. It is an amazing collection of specialty food and drinks with plenty of outdoor or indoor seating and live music on weekends.
234 locals recommend
San Pedro Square Market
87 N San Pedro StSan Pedro Square Market is a MUST DO when staying in this neighborhood. It is an amazing collection of specialty food and drinks with plenty of outdoor or indoor seating and live music on weekends.
There's always a great show to see Thursday-Sunday evenings. Tickets are generally inexpensive with a two-drink minimum purchase.
37 locals recommend
San Jose Improv
62 S Second StThere's always a great show to see Thursday-Sunday evenings. Tickets are generally inexpensive with a two-drink minimum purchase.
Arts & Culture
Home to Broadway San Jose and a variety of other high-quality shows throughout the year.
This museum is definitely worth checking out if you are interested in technology. It's great for both kids and adults. Also has an IMAX theater.
267 locals recommend
The Tech Interactive
201 S Market StThis museum is definitely worth checking out if you are interested in technology. It's great for both kids and adults. Also has an IMAX theater.
Small art museum with a focus on Latin America arts - you can tackle it in an hour or two.
134 locals recommend
San Jose Museum of Art
110 S Market StSmall art museum with a focus on Latin America arts - you can tackle it in an hour or two.
Big, awesome library that's just a few blocks away. Great place to work if you need a quiet space with internet.
20 locals recommend
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
150 E San Fernando StBig, awesome library that's just a few blocks away. Great place to work if you need a quiet space with internet.
San Jose's favorite holiday tradition: the biggest collection of decorated Christmas trees this side of the Mississippi.
Christmas In The Park
799 Phelan AvenueSan Jose's favorite holiday tradition: the biggest collection of decorated Christmas trees this side of the Mississippi.
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts
255 S Almaden BlvdKid Favorites
Rotary Play Garden
Unique and beautiful park within walking distance.
Happy Hollow Park and Zoo
748 Story RdIt's half zoo, half amusement park.
Children's Discovery Museum
180 Woz WayMuch better on a week day!
California's Great America
4701 Great America PkwyGilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
3050 Hecker Pass HwyWater park and amusement park
Groceries
Local places to stock up on food!
Closest grocery store for essentials. Not a great selection, but it's only a block away!
49 locals recommend
Cardenas Markets
320 N Capitol AveClosest grocery store for essentials. Not a great selection, but it's only a block away!
Whole Foods Market
777 The AlamedaHas a small hot bar/salad bar and rooftop brewery.
Trader Joe's
635 Coleman AveClose grocery store with inexpensive food.
Shopping
Did you leave anything at home? This Target is just a short drive away or a 15-minute walk.
147 locals recommend
Target
533 Coleman AveDid you leave anything at home? This Target is just a short drive away or a 15-minute walk.
Westfield Valley Fair
2855 Stevens Creek BlvdClosest mall - and it's a good one!
Santana Row
Santana RowUpscale outdoor mall
Take a Hike
Rancho San Antonio County Park
Nice place for a stroll or run any time of year.
Best place to surround yourself with redwood trees!
230 locals recommend
Big Basin Redwoods State Park
21600 Big Basin WayBest place to surround yourself with redwood trees!