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Los Gatos Restaurant Guide

Our Los Gatos Restaurant list includes telephone numbers and business hours.  It is important to note that restaurants tend to change their hours rather frequently. Its always best to telephone ahead. Also as we gather these hours the staff imply they are "flexible" so some may stay open a bit later or close a bit earlier.  Call ahead!
Recent entries or changes are marked with the
icon. Updated (March 19, 2008)
 

 

The Best For Breakfast
Bakeries & Confectioneries
Other Good Stuff

Lunch and Dinner (this page)
Lunch and Dinner (Faster Food)
Coffee and Tea
 

Lunch and Dinner

Cafe Marcella **Closed Cafe Marcella is closed and soon to be replaced by Cin-Cin.  See listing below  
California Cafe
 
Fun restaurant and bar.   "California" style cooking.  Great bread pudding with bourbon sauce, when they have it.  Good appetizers too. Good place to 'grab a burger' in the bar.
 
(408) 354-8118
 
50 University Avenue
Los Gatos, CA  95030

Lunch
M - Sat 11:30PM - 2:30PM
Dinner
 5:00PM - 10:00PM
Sun  11:30AM - 9:30PM
Campo di Bocce
 
Bocce Ball lanes and a small restaurant with very good pastas, salads, chicken, Italian cuisine. Silicone Valley companies frequently come here for company events.
 
(408) 395-7650
 
I565 University Avenue
Los Gatos, CA  95030

Sun - Thur 10:00AM - 11:00PM
F - Sat 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Cats (The) CLOSED
 
Sadly, the Cats restaurant has closed.
 
   
C.B. Hannegan's
 
Hannegan's is a "Cheers" style local pub with great ribs, chicken, hot links, sandwiches and pizza too. The beer list is impressive.
 
(408) 395-1233
 
208 Bachman Ave.
Los Gatos, CA 95030
M - Sun 11:30PM - 2:00AM Stop Food service 11:00PM ish
Cin-Cin We look forward to the opening of this new neighborhood wine bar and restaurant focusing on local sustainable, organic and biodynamically produced ingredients.  Dishes will be served "family-style".  The owners are Don Durante and Lisa Rhorer.  No phone number yet but you can visit their website: Cin Cin  
Crimson
 
Chef/Owner Diane Rose has taken over what used to be the Cafe Trio restaurant. (Located in the little shopping center close to Trade Joes). You can fax or call in an order by 4pm and pick up your meal and take it home!  
 
(408) 358-0175
(408) 358-0174
 
15466 Los Gatos Boulevard


T - F  Lunch 11:30 to 2:00ish
T - Sat  Dinner starts at 5pm - Sat
DD's Sports Grille
 
DD's name refers to the initials of the owners (really). The joint rocks on game nights. Serves pizza, burgers, etc. Breakfast is served on Saturday and Sunday.
 
(408) 395-6882 354 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

M - Tue  11:00AM - 10:00PM
W - Th 11:00AM - 11:00PM
F - 11:00AM - 12:00AM (midnight)
Sat - 9:30AM - 12:00Am (midnight)
Sun- 9:30AM - 10:30PM
Dio Deka
 
"The Dio Deka menu emphasizes Hellenic cuisine—a melding of Greek and Mediterranean influences—with healthy, seasonal fare such as fresh fish, the highest-quality meats, and sun-loving fruits and vegetables. Greek products such as fish, cheeses, olive oil, oregano and thyme-scented honey have a starring role on the menu."   You have to try the Milfee dessert.  We have the recipe posted if you want to try making it yourself. (408)354-7700 210 E. Main Street
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Diner of Los Gatos
 
The usual diner fare.  Real good fountain style milk shakes. Large portions.
 
(408) 354-4886
 
235 Los Gatos Saratoga Road
Los Gatos, CA 95030
M - Th 6:00AM - 10:00PM
F - Sat 6:00AM - 11:00PM
2wenty 9ine East Main Cafe 
 
Another long-time restaurant has closed BUT  it is soon to be replaced with a spot featuring take-out or eat-in Southern BBQ.  Stay Tuned
 
  29 E Main St
Los Gatos, CA 95032

 
Forbes Mill Steakhouse
 
A low carb dream! A traditional "steak house". Prime "Kobe-Brand" beef, including porterhouse, filet mignon, rib eye, New York strip and prime rib as well as a seafood selection. Full bar and tasteful wine selections. (408) 395-6434
Website
206 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Dinner: Sunday - Wednesday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Thursday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
I Gatti
 

Traditional Italian food, pastas, veal, salads, good wine.
25 East Main St
Los Gatos, CA 95032

March, 2008 - We just learned that Igatti is now serving lunch. We'll get hours posted later today.

(408) 399-5180

Website (just a map)
Tu - Sat 5:00PM - 10:00PM

Sun - 5:00PM - 9:30PM
Closed Monday

James Randall
 
**Just opened! A new chic looking little place took over the little bakery.  They opened briefly for lunch only and our lunch there was fabulous.  As of June 20th they are back open for both lunch and dinner.  See review below.
 
(408)395-4441 303 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, California 95030
Lunch
11:30-3:00
Dinner
5:30-10:00
 
  8/9/2006  We had the opportunity to try out restaurant James Randall for dinner.  Dinner was excellent as was the service and general ambiance.  I had a pork chop with a maple au jus and fabulous Parmesan mashed potatoes.  They also offered a vegetarian tamale for those wanting a meatless entree.  My guest enjoyed the lamb shank with root vegetables.  We have now eaten there twice and both experiences were very good. We highly recommend this restaurant.
Kamakura
 
Nice Japanese restaurant.  Very good sushi and tempura.  Reasonable prices. Open for lunch on Sunday only.
 
(408) 395-6650 135 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95032
M - Th 5:00PM - 10:00PM
F -  Sat 5:30PM - 10:30PM
Sun 12:00PM - 9:00PM
Kuleto's  CLOSED See Dio Deka
 
6/29/06 Kuleto's has closed and a new Greek Restaurant has emerged. More info to follow. Located in the Hotel Los Gatos on Main Street. (408) 354-8290
 
210 E. Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95030
La Hacienda

 
Continental/Italian Cuisine.

 
(408) 354-6669 18840 Saratoga-Los Gatos Rd
Los Gatos, CA  95030
Los Gatos Brewing Company

 
This is our local beer brewery and restaurant. Very good brew and food excellent as well.  Salads, chicken, beef, pasta & wood fire pizzas.

 
(408) 395-9929

130 G N.Santa Cruz Ave.
Los Gatos, CA  95030

Manresa

 
Rated 38 of the world's top 50 best restaurants!.  Zagat Survey 2006: Manresa earned a 28-point rating.  Michael Bauer, San Francisco Chronicle rates it 4 stars.

The owners did a beautiful remodel of the old Ming Quong building located on Village Lane (behind Pedros). Pre Fix menu, creative wine list. Seating outdoors too in good weather. 
(408)354-4330
 
Village Lane
Los Gatos, CA  95030
Nick's On Main

 
Brand new, opened March 4, 2008 in the old "Matter of Taste" space. Proprietor is Nick Difu.

3/19/08 - We had lunch at Nick's.  The interior is very comfortable "European Style" small tables, close together.  Simple, elegant interior.  The food was quite good. I had a beet salad with shaved fennel, goat cheese, and crab with a blood orange vinaigrette.  It was very good.  Salads and most entrées about $17.00 each. 
(408)399-6457 35 East Main St.
Los Gatos, CA  95030
Lunch: M-S
11:30-2:30
Dinner T - TH
5:00 - 9:30
Dinner: F - S
5:00 - 10:00

Pastaria & Market (The)
 
Tiny little fresh-pastaria right across from the Ferrari dealership on Main street.  One of our readers brought to our attention that we missed this in our listing an it a truly wonderful little spot.

 
(408) 399-3477 49 E Main Street
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Pedros
 
Mexican food, fun bar, lots of margaritas, very good chicken nachos. Sunday Brunch.
 
(408) 354-7570 316 N. Santa Cruz Ave.
Los Gatos, CA 95030

M - F 11:30AM - 10:00PM
Sat - Sun 11:00AM - 10:00PM
Restaurante Valeriano
 
Italian food.  Great martinis at the bar.  Food and service is not consistent.

 
(408) 354-8108 160 W. Main St.
Los Gatos, CA 95030

M -Th 5:00PM - 10:00PM
F - S 5:00PM - 11:00PM
Sun 5:00PM - 9:00PM
Shish Kebab
 
A little bit of Persian and a little Greek. Kebabs of all types including burger, chicken, shrimp, veggie and more. Other entrees as well.  **I tried the Fesenjan which is a cornish game hen in a walnut and pomegranate sauce -- quite tasty!

 
(408) 354-2002 217 North Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA  95030

Opens 11am daily
Steamer's Grill House
 
Formerly Fish again & Pasta too..Moved across the street when Old Town was rebuilt. Mesquite grill, superb appetizers, great fish. Very fun, popular bar.  Outdoor seating.

 
(408) 395-2722 31 University Avenue
Los Gatos, CA  95030
M - F  11:30AM - 2:30PM Lunch
            5:00PM - 10:00PM Dinner
S - Sun 11:30AM - 2:30PM Lunch
5:00PM - 10:30PM Dinner
Sweet Pea's Crepery & Catering Caterer with a small cafe.  Outdoor seating.
432 North Santa Cruz Avenue
 
(408) 354-3144 Los Gatos, CA  95030

Closed Monday
T - Thur 8:00AM - 8:00PM
F 8:00AM - 9:00PM
Sat 7:00AM - 9:00PM
Sun 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Tandoori Oven
 
Indian food. This is part of a small chain. It's always busy which speaks for something.

 
(408) 395-1784 133 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA  95030
Tapestry A California Bistro
 
California bistro style.
11 College Avenue
Los Gatos, CA  95030

 
(408) 395-2808
 
M - 5:30PM - 10:00PM Dinner only
T - Sat 11:30AM - 2:30PM Lunch
              5:30PM - 10:00PM Dinner
Closed Sunday
Thai Spice
 
Thai restaurant. Small, quaint, booths and tables. Traditional Thai offerings and a wine list too. We found the food to be fresh and "traditional" and the wait staff very attentive. We recommend you give it a try!
 
(408) 354-2785 337 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Open 7 days Sun - Saturday
11am to 10pm
The Green Papaya
 
Small cozy Vietnamese restaurant.   Used to be the Double Rainbow ice-cream shop.  This has been a nice add to town. The Rice in Clay Pot is excellent.   Close to Black Watch
 
(408) 395-9115 137 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Closed Monday
Sun - Thur 11:00AM - 3:00PM Lunch
5:00PM - 9:30PM Dinner
F - Sat 11:00AM - 10:00PM
Transilvania Romanian Restaurant
 
March, 2008:  This restaurant has closed.  We don't know yet if it is re-opening. We'll keep you posted.

 
(408) 395-2424 330 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Travese
 
Formerly Charts and the Chart House is now Travese. Chef-owner Mike Miller. 
March 2008: This restaurant is getting great reviews from the locals.

 
(408)354.5551 115 North Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, California 95030-5918
Vittoria Ristorante Italiano
 
Recently opened in the former home of Pigalle. 

** Feb 2008 - Vittoria is closed for renovations.
(408)395-6000 27 N. Santa Cruz Ave.
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Hours: 11:30am-3pm and 5-10pm Sun-Thu and 11am-11pm Fri-Sat
  Vittoria Ristorante Italiano  We gave this new Sicilian style restaurant a try around June 15th.   Great atmosphere -- they did a very nice job on the interior.  My favorite course was the salad which was terrific.  We found the risotto very good although my porcini pasta seemed just a little under-seasoned.   Now for the bad news. The restaurant is extremely noisy but the front is better than the back. Our reservation was "lost" so we were placed in the back room.  Sadly this really detracted from the creative menu and and good service.  We did not stay for dessert, our only desire was to get out while we still had any hearing. If you don't mind, or even enjoy loud atmospheres then the sound might be an issue for you.  That being said I recommend you don't go with anyone you want to have a conversation with.  If the only seating they have available is in the back room, I'd reschedule for another time.
Viva
 
Next to Whole Foods grocery store.  It's kind of a Cal-Ital, that is, Italian food, California style.  They also do catering. See mini review below. (408) 356-4902
 
The Cornerstone Shopping Center
15970 Los Gatos Boulevard.
Los Gatos, CA 95032

M - F 11:30AM - 2:30PM Lunch
F - Sat 5:30PM - 10:00PM Dinner
Sun 5:30PM - 9:00
  8/9/2006 We have not tried dinner yet but we had a very good breakfast. The interior is quite nice with table cloths and cloth napkins. This is a very nice place for a quiet elegant (but not overly so) breakfast. The service was efficient and the food very fresh and well prepared. The portions were large so I was able to take some leftovers home.  We are anxious to try lunch and dinner. 
Wine Cellar
 
The Wine Cellar is a  Bucca (underground) place with great fondue, grilled meats, pasta and sea food as well as good wines. The restaurant offers terrace and indoor seating.
 
(408) 354-4808
 
Old Town
50 University Ave
Los Gatos, CA  95030
Yokohama Bistro
 
This is a great spot! Just a door away from the Los Gatos Cafe.  There is a Sushi Bar as well as table seating.  Casual, fun atmosphere.

 
(408) 395-1990 336 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Willow Street Wood Fired Pizza
 
Wood fired pizzas, salads, beer & wine. One of the few spots with outdoor seating in town.
 
(408) 354-5566
 
20 S Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030
M - Thur 11:30AM - 10:00PM
F - Sat 11:30AM - 11:00PM
 
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