Best Casual Restaurants in Milpitas

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1. Puesto Santa Clara

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Santa Clara

Booked 64 times today

Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include the Michelin Guide, Los Angeles Times, National Geographic, Huffington Post, Eater, Refinery 29, Insider, Zagat, Thrillist, and Food and Wine.

2. Birk's

4.7

Exceptional(3672)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Clara

Booked 30 times today

Birk's proudly offers hardwood grilled steaks, chops and seafood and has served Silicon Valley diners continuously since 1989. Birk's concept is based on the traditional city grill with a contemporary twist that remains one of the most popular dining destinations for lunch and dinner in the area. In addition to the menu of hardwood grilled steaks, chops, fresh fish and seafood, Birk's culinary team creates daily lunch and dinner menu additions. The lively bar is stocked with a complete array of beverages including an award winning wine list, select beers on tap, single malt scotches and full espresso bar. The attentive yet unobtrusive service professionals combined with an elegant facility and consistently executed cuisine make Birk's the ideal location for your next business or casual lunch or dinner, private dining or special occasion event. At your service,Birk's

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3. Pacific Catch Santa Clara

4.6

Exceptional(383)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Santa Clara

Booked 19 times today

Grand Opening March 29th. Pacific Catch is a WestCoast Fish House dedicated to delivering high quality sustainable seafood with a unique perspective. From the day we opened we've been mindful about where our ingredients come from and how to bring to life the vibrant flavors and feeling of the Pacific. It's our commitment to our guests to keep things interesting, innovative, wholesome and thoughtfully sourced. That's why we've formalized our relationship with the Monterey Bay Seafood Aquarium's Seafood Watch, James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and the Surfrider Foundation by becoming a partner and bringing on a director of sustainability to help steward these efforts.We will be following the most stringent protocols on cleaning, sanitization, social distancing, and protections for employee health including temperature taking and the use of protective masks and gloves.

4. Faz - San Jose

4.7

Exceptional(312)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • San Jose

Booked 12 times today

Faz Restaurant and Bar offers Mediterranean fare rooted in the well-known Persian cuisine of Chef/Owner Faz Poursohi. The menu features a variety of fire roasted specialties like our premium Angus Filet "Chenjeh" Kabob, Lamb Tenderloin and Chicken Kabobs. We also have wonderfully hearty Persian stews (Khoresh), outstanding salads, Rotisserie Chicken, Brick Oven Gourmet Flatbread Pizzas, flavorful fire cooked steak, salmon and much more including first rate desserts from Faz Bakery in Danville. Join us at our Happy Hour with drinks specials and signature, handcrafted cocktails in the bar for your enjoyment. Private dining rooms are available. Call (408) 649-6333 for more information. Our knowledgeable and attentive catering sales manager.

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5. Giorgio's Italian Food & Pizza

4.5

Awesome(55)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Milpitas

Booked 3 times today

In 1959, Frank and Tina D'Ambrosio decided to start a new restaurant venture along with their "Paisans" Mario and Enza Volpe, after Frank had much success with his first restaurant, the original "Frankie, Johnnie, and Luigi Too! In Mountain View, CA. Named after a good friend of theirs, they opened the original "Giorgio's" in the Foxworthy Shopping Center in San Jose, CA. One year later, cousins Anthony and Louise Dambruoso, affectionately known to the family as "Sash and Lou", took control of the restaurant and ran it for the next eight years. Pictures and paintings of these folks still grace the walls of the establishment today. In 1968, Frank's four sons assumed control of the restaurant and still own and operate it to this day. In 1997 they opened a second location in Milpitas, CA, where they still offer the highest standard of quality food, service, and value to their customers. Bon Appetit!!

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6. Jaks Authentic Indian & Modern Vibe

4.1

Excellent(15)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Santa Clara

Booked 23 times today

Jaks Authentic Indian & Modern Vibe Restaurant was honored to be featured in Forbes magazine in 2024 and proudly won the OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award. Nestled in Santa Clara’s Market Place District, JAKS blends rich Indian tradition with modern elegance. Led by Master Chef Prakash Singh, with 18 years of experience in luxury hotels like ITC Sheraton and Marriott, Chef Singh, a Gold Medalist from the Indian Federation of Culinary Academies, masterfully combines traditional techniques with modern innovations. JAKS offers a menu showcasing diverse flavors of India—from Tamil Nadu to Punjab and Goa. Each dish reflects authentic regional culinary traditions with a modern twist. JAKS is the first Indian restaurant to offer 12 on-tap microbrewery beers, along with a refined bar experience known as “The Peg Bar,” featuring Japanese whiskey, aged single malt scotch, bourbon, and aged tequila. This unique blend of culinary excellence and luxury makes JAKS a standout destination in Santa Clara.

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7. Mako at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort

4.6

Exceptional(62)

Price: Expensive

• International • San José del Cabo

Booked 1 time today

Beachfront bistro con una variedad de varios tipos de cocina durante el día y por la noche se transforma en un elegante steakhouse enfocado en carne mexicana.

8. Vito's Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(704)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Jose

Booked 3 times today

Winner of "Silicon Valley's Best Italian Restaurant" 4 of the last 5 years by the San Jose Mercury News, Vito's Trattoria as established in 2003, Vito’s Trattoria has built a loyal following of both Silicon Valley natives and newcomers alike. Owner of Vito’s Trattoria George Nobile, and his team, have crafted a rich authentic Italian menu for lunch, dinner and catered affairs. Using the freshest seasonal ingredients, Vito’s establishes that it is not just a part of an Italian-themed chain but a good old-fashioned owner-operated restaurant—a true hidden gem in the heart of San Jose’s North First Business District. With a professional, service-oriented wait staff, Vito’s has quickly become a favorite lunch spot for many Silicon Valley’s lunch and dinnertime foodies. It’s a perfect place for a working lunch and a family dinner.

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9. Curry Up Now - Zanker Road

new

4.0

Excellent(1)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • San Jose

Booked 1 time today

Innovative & Unexpected Indian Fare, that's a little Naughty too! Since day one, Curry Up Now has been on a mission to serve Indian flavors & ingredients in a friendly and recognizable way. Our signature dishes include fan-favorite tikka masala burritos, bowls, tacos, Deconstructed Samosa, Naughty Naan, and more, as well as a wide variety of the more traditional and Indian street food snacks like Thali Platters, Kathi Rolls, and many Indian Street Foods.

10. Athena Grill

4.5

Awesome(132)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Santa Clara

Booked 4 times today

Athena Grill in Santa Clara, California specializes in serving authentic Greek cuisine. The restaurant offers a family friendly and welcoming environment for guests. Athena Grill serves lunch and dinner and also offers catering services. The menu at restaurant features a wide variety of starters, dips and spreads, soup and salads, vegetarian fare, wraps, entr�es and desserts. For starters, guests at Athena Grill can enjoy an olive spread, hummus, fresh cut fries or gyros mezes. Main courses at the restaurant include such fare as shrimp souvlaki, loukanika, biftekia, gyro plate, New York steak, salmon, grilled eggplant wrap, spanakopita plate and falafel plate.

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Yai
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
One of my fave resto to bring friends and colleagues. Food is great as well as the selections of food. Servers are attentive to your "wants"
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Pacific Catch Santa ClaraPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Santa Clara
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4.6
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Nima
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Pretty chill for a Saturday night. Service took a minute initially but once our server finally showed up everything was good
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Puesto Santa ClaraPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Santa Clara
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4.4
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Gary
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our experience was great. Noise level was normal for a busy establishment. I would never complain about noise when I am out and about. It comes with the territory. Food was amazing. I had a Wagyu Skirt steak that was prepared exactly as requested and a lobster tail that was fluffy and cooked with perfection. Me and my wife were here pre covid and we were wondering if Birk’s survived the epidemic. Congratulations on withstanding the test of time, for Birk’s is just as fabulous now as it was then. 5 Stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Birk'sPrice: Expensive• American• Santa Clara
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4.7
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JCvip
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Nov 2024
Love Faz! The food is always amazingly tasty with beautiful presentation. The staff is courteous and quick to serve and check on things. I would recommend to anyone as every dish is prepared by chef with excellent recipe's and style!
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Faz - San JosePrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• San Jose
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4.7
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Delma
San Francisco Bay Area •36 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 Sept 2024
Wonderful tasty entrees. Spinach salad was fresh and plentiful. Lasagna had a good ratio of sauce to noodles - making it moist and meaty.
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Giorgio's Italian Food & PizzaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Milpitas
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4.5

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60 restaurants available nearby

1. Puesto Santa Clara

2. Birk's

3. Pacific Catch Santa Clara

4. Faz - San Jose

5. Giorgio's Italian Food & Pizza

6. Jaks Authentic Indian & Modern Vibe

7. Mako at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort

8. Vito's Trattoria

9. Curry Up Now - Zanker Road

10. Athena Grill

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