50 Best American Restaurants in San Jose

“Jacks Restaurant and Bar is a great spot for anyone who loves delicious food and exceptional cocktails. The menu offers a delightful variety of dishes, all expertly prepared and packed with flavor. Their cocktails are creative, perfectly balanced, and a true highlight of the experience. Combined with a warm ambiance and attentive service, Jacks delivers an unforgettable dining experience that’s perfect for any occasion.“

“Food was GREAT 👍 Johnny and his crew was awesome 👏“

“Great food, friendly atmosphere, clean and prompt service.“

“Hoy fui al dennys a desayunar pedi un craysy spicy skillet… muy delicioso y bien caliente ..Me Atendió la Mesera Carmen por cierto muy amable., la comida me la llevo muy rápido, una atmósfera muy bonita, el restaurante estaba muy limpio , la entrada y los baños, bien presentables todo el personal muy sonrientes dándole la bienvenida a todo cliente que llegaba.lo recomiendo 💯 este restaurante 🥰😍🥰😍“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I absolutely love Urban Plates! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that made me feel right at home. The menu offers a fantastic variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients, and every dish I’ve tried has been bursting with flavor. What really sets Urban Plates apart is their commitment to quality. The salads are vibrant and crisp, the proteins are cooked to perfection, and I can always count on their delicious, house-made sauces to elevate each meal. The option to customize my plate allows me to explore new flavors while sticking to my dietary preferences. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always ready to recommend their favorites. Plus, the commitment to sustainability and using local ingredients makes me feel good about my choices. Whether I’m dining in or grabbing a meal to go, Urban Plates never disappoints. It’s truly one of my favorite spots to enjoy fresh, wholesome food!“

“What a great find on the last day of our trip to California. The space was beautiful, the staff was great and the food was delicious! The chicken was delicious and filling and fresh. The Cioppino was fabulous!!! The garlic bread that came with it was delicious. I had a green salad to start and it too was excellent. Great glass of Zinfandel. And the flourless almond cake with pineapple and vanilla gelato also delicious. They focus on fresh, quality ingredients. Well done!“

“I can’t believe how good the waffle chicken sandwich was! Loved it from the first bite to the last bite! Great atmosphere. Great seating and customer service!

Kid-friendliness: Jumping Jack House for kids with seating directly across from the seating area for parents/guardians to watch their kids.“

“Blossom and Bourbon is a fantastic new restaurant with a welcoming vibe and a beautifully designed interior. The atmosphere is warm and stylish, perfect for a special night out. Their lobster bisque is rich and creamy, with a deep, satisfying flavor. I also tried the lamb chops, which were tender and perfectly seasoned, with a delicious blend of herbs and spices that made each bite unforgettable. The staff was friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. If you’re looking for an elegant dining spot with incredible food, Blossom and Bourbon is definitely worth a visit!“

“Great place to eat!! Great Service!!“

“Food amazing gotta see this amazing gem“

“The turkey dinner with stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy was fresh and delicious!! I would definitely order again!! Yummy!❤️“

“The entire experience at The Creek Eatery was phenomenal. We held a wedding rehearsal dinner for 65 people and although the seating was unconventional for the event, our party absolutely loved the setting. It was such a fun atmosphere! The food, hospitality, and service were perfect. They were quick to respond with communication throughout the planning process and the day of. I highly recommend this restaurant for a regular meal or special event! Top notch kitchen, servers and bar staff.“

“Tasty food, great vibe, wonderful employees. My favorite place to eat with friends.“

“Great food and always good service!“

“Great breakfast place! Food taste fantastic, as always!“

“had the eggs Benedict Hollidansauxe sauce on point. country potatoes so delish great hot coffee and friendly staff.“

“Oh, my God, our life's shatter when they close evergreen InnNow they're open once again our life's are full of joy once agains. Thank you Evergreen Inn for coming back we miss you a lot. Please don't ever leave us again.????“

“Great food & a fun bar! Love this place....😍“

“Great breakfast! Love their white gravy, biscuits are fluffy, eggs are cooked to perfection, patty sausage always good!“

“Located within Nordstorm, Bazille is quiet place good for a date night or when you want peace after roaming in the mall. Food itself is not that great. Everything was greasy and dripping with oil/cheese. Even though we sat when the restaurant opened, our food came in 45mins after. Service is definitely slow. I would probably not go again.“

“Great food and wonderful service.“

“Been here 4 times now and it definitely won’t be the last. The food and the service and not to mention the drinks are incredible. Specials thanks to our server Miriam for providing outstanding service and atmospheric vibes. Never disappointed when I come to taste of heaven.“

“Half-pound (and up) fresh ground chuck burgers perfectly cooked. Plenty of menu options like turkey, bison, ostrich & more. The fries are excellent, and you load up your burger with all the fixins. Simply the best burger in the South Bay - even better that what Kirks USED to be.“

“Food is nothing short of amazing. Large menu and especially good for vegetarians and those who are into healthy options and unwilling to sacrifice taste. Really good kids menu. It's crowded and loud on Friday night, so you'll need a little patience if you go then.“

“Oh my gosh!!!! My family and I are on vacation driving through California. We stayed in San Jose for a couple nights. We parked in downtown to check things out. I Googled places for dinner and The Club on Post came up with good reviews. The website offered reservations and I booked one. We walked in and were greeted by Alena. She was a doll!!! She was also our server, she was super friendly and helpful. I knew this was my place, the music they had playing in the background was amazing, loud enough to hear it but quiet enough you can still have a conversation. I don't know if the music playing is always 2000s.... But it was that night, and they had Friends playing on the screen. The vibe was just so amazing.... But, now I'm showing my age. Ohh the food, so good. I ordered the Cajun chicken sandwich and my husband ordered the burger and we swapped halves.... Oh man the burger and sandwich were both delicious. We ordered dessert too. The molten lava cake was bomb!!! The creme brulee was amazing too. It was such a happy accident we stumbled across The Club. Alena definetly made our night.“

“This was our first time and on Mother’s Day. We were seated right away on the patio (by choice) next to a heater. We ordered and our food came pretty quick and was delicious. I had the California Eggs Benedict and boy did the homemade hollandaise sauce blow my taste buds. It’s was so good.“

“We celebrated our anniversary over great service and outstanding food. Everything sounds and looks amazingly good on the menu. We had the Baca Burger which was scrumptious and their BLT... well that bacon was to die for. My son, soon to be 6yrs old had the children’s cheese burger and it was perfect for a growing boys appetite. He loved it. Thank you Chef Rod and Mado for the delicious experience. The Rojas“

“Good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“I've been going here for many years, even back in college when it was just a neighborhood bar, was surprisingly good bites. Once they turned it into a "Gastro pub", they took it to the next level. It's been several years of amazing food for an amazing value. I would put this far about a lot of expensive restaurants for the quality, but at a much more affordable price. The staff are always friendly, and they make some really great craft cocktails. Can't go wrong!“

“hand down best chicken joint in San Jose“

“I love coming here for a slice of pizza, however tonight was the worst experience. They told us they were not making the pizza we wanted and then proceeded to bring that slice out after we order a whole pie. The picture of that pie is displayed and the presentation was deplorable. Additionally, they did not give the full fixens as requested. Whoever is on staff for Sunday nights needs some help because this is not the same group I am used to on other given days.“

“Delicious! Good portions and reasonable prices“

“Love it experiences …. 😍🥰“

“It was good. We went right as they opened and they were quick to get to us. The food was not super seasoned, i felt like i had to put a lot of salt to bring out flavors and because we went when it opened, a lot of the options we wanted were still frozen. The waiters were nice and accommodating, think it’ll be better a bit after they open.“

“This is a restaurant with a very stylish decoration. The classical decoration makes people feel like they are back in the past era when dining. I think everyone can experience it. At the same time, the food in the restaurant is still very delicious.“

“Great food would definitely go again“

“Lovely evening. Great food and excellent service. Wish we hadn't thought it was a Stacks pancake house at first but sharing the space makes sense once I started thinking about it. Also wish there were more French wines offered. Would definitely recommend for Bistro food.“

“I've been here before and the food was good so I thought I would try it again. Was in the mood for a hot dog. Since I didn't feel like driving downtown to find a hot dog vendor,I came here. I got the coney and Texas. The taste is great,but the bag tipped on the way home so they were kinda messy.its very clean inside so I probably should have eaten there.will probably come back again“

“I haven't been to this Denny's in a long time, I was worried that we weren't going to have a good experience, But I was surprised at the excellent customer service, I spoke with the manager Blanca and expressed that they had exceeded my expectations. and she was very kind and took the time to come to our table thanked us for coming.“

“Food was good, nothing out of this world though. It was very hard to get the servers attention once they are gone for your table. They gave me coffee and went away and I kept waiting for 5 mins to ask for creamer and another 5 mins for them to get the creamer.“

“Great service, food was awesome!! Thank you Jasmine, (our waitress) was Friendly, and helpful.“

“Loving all the food and clean place“

“Yard House is the perfect spot for beer lovers and foodies alike! They have an impressive selection of draft beers, offering something for every palate. The place is massive and usually packed, creating a lively and energetic vibe. Their late-night happy hour from 10-12 PM is a great deal, making it even more enticing. We absolutely loved their iconic onion ring tower and found all their appetizers to be delicious and well-prepared. The drinks and overall atmosphere make it a fun spot to hang out with friends and enjoy a great evening. Highly recommend!“

“The only place I know of that still has good biscuits And gravy 🤤. Real gravy. You should try it.“

“Very friendly staff, super fast service, and good pricing!“

“Went to the Breakfast Club 1-13- 24 around 8:00 am, seated quickly and placed our order. They had their doors open for a large delivery ,temp out side was 39-40 degrees and delivery took over thirty min., doors still open and no food. We felt they have no respect for their customers and left. Management is a joke.“

“Everything is good 🤗 especially the country BREAKFAST 🥞 IT'S ONE OF MY favorite restaurants“

“First time and the food was quick and great .“

“my fiance & son & I came out for the first time & we all couldn't stop saying how great to perfection each of our plates tasted , awesome service friendly“

“Dino ribs , pork ribs , brisket, bacon wrapped Jalapeño poppers“