50 Best American Restaurants in San Jose

“As always, this place is amazing for its food and wonderful service. I love the fact that management will make rounds to the tables even during a busy evening.
This is a place we frequent
For dinners, we even come for Saturday or Sunday Lunches.

The menu is large enough to choose something new every time. Although we have our favorites like the French dip that is amazing, the Ruben and the lamb burger is my absolute favorite. They have a good selection of cocktails at reasonable prices.“

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

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

“stopped here for a burger while i was visiting San Jose and it hit the spot! when i saw they had pie i knew it would be right up my alley. the food was great, the staff were wonderful, and my burger was cooked just how i like it! definitely recommend if you want good pie or burgers and a lowkey chill atmosphere“

“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.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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!“

“Excelente atención , Delicioso variedades de platillos me encanta es mi segunda vez llegando ahí y me encanto Ohh algo muy importante buenísima musica como Zzumberas nos encanto TODO !!! Realmente Gracias Recomendado 💯 % impecable atención .“

“Great food and always good service!“

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

“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 🥰😍🥰😍“

“excelente servicio buena atención“

“Excellent food and service. Our chicken chile soup, Jerk chicken sandwich and chicken meatballs penne pasta were all tasty. Big shoutout to our super star server Rolever. He was attentive, knowledgeable, proactive and friendly which made our dining experience a 10/10 one!🤩“

“Literally one of the best cheeseburgers I’ve ever had. They delivered 25 min after my order was placed. Fries were still crispy!!! Very delicious.“

“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!“

“There is a home flavored taste to all the dishes. Very home style foods every time. very spacious atmosphere inside or outside .“

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

“It was the first time I visited this restaurant, as soon as I walked in, everybody was welcoming and attentive, The food is delicious and there is plenty of parking. I had a special request for my food and it was done perfectly. Thank you so much.“

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

“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.“

“Good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

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

“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.“

“Threw a party at Wheelhouse, Kendall was great to work with! Very flexible and helped to make sure I stayed in my budget. She also helped find the right food vendor for us and we were not disappointed! Set-up & staff were great on the day of. Great beverage options so that there was something for everyone. Thank you, Kendall & Wheelhouse!“

“The food was so good. My steak was cooked to perfection. This was a last minute bruch with my friends. We saw it on tiktok and decided to go. The only thing was my red velvet pancakes were not red velvet 😪. It looked nothing like the video and definitely didn't taste like red velvet. I've eaten at restaurants with red velvet pancakes and mine taste like regular pancakes and it was pink not red. Other than that the drinks and vibes were good. I will be back to try some tacos!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Delicious food, top-notch service, and some of the best cocktails around, Well I must say the drinks are definitely their specialty“

“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“

“Friendly waitresses like Vanessa and good food at fair prices!“

“Great food would definitely go again“

“hand down best chicken joint in San Jose“

“Amazing service here, went for a dinner at night, and servers were very attentive. Filled drinks, asked if we’re doing okay, brought out orders quick, check if we were ready to order, brought Togo boxes, quick to get the bill, etc. Literally the perfect customer service you can ask for a sit down restaurant.

The menu is very LARGE, lots of options, honestly too many options. Then also it was sad that they don’t have their night happy hour anymore despite it still being on the menu but whatever.

Only feedback is because there menu is so large, a digital barcode menu with pictures would be very useful for customers. Idk if they already have one online, but on the menu or table itself I didn’t see or get any.

Poke Nachos was a 10/10 btw. And then the chicken nachos keep in mind is very worth the value, it is HUGE.“

“Black Sheep Brasserie is a lovely addition to the downtown Willow Glen district. The location is convenient and charming, with the bonus of having their own parking, which is always appreciated in this area.

We visited on a Friday evening and were pleasantly surprised that the restaurant wasn’t overly crowded, making for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. Service was a standout: friendly, cheerful, and professional without being intrusive.

Food-wise, the meal was consistently strong. The Grilled Beet Salad was excellent—the dressing was well balanced, and the candied walnuts were a perfect complement, adding just the right amount of sweetness and crunch. The Steak Tartare was spot-on, seasoned exactly right and very satisfying.

The Wild Mushroom Risotto with Duck Confit was solid: the risotto itself was cooked perfectly with great texture and flavor. The duck was good—maybe not the highlight of the dish, but it worked well overall.

The real surprise of the night was the Grilled Tomahawk Pork Chop. Expecting it to be dry, we ordered it medium rare and were blown away. It came out juicy and tender, with a beautifully developed crust, and the sauce paired with it perfectly. Easily one of the best pork chops I’ve had.

Dessert sealed the deal. The Bread Pudding was truly special, with a nicely done crust and a flavor that was just right—not too bland, not overly sweet. The berries and ice cream were a perfect match and elevated the dish even further.

Overall, Black Sheep Brasserie delivers excellent food, warm service, and a comfortable atmosphere. Definitely a place worth revisiting.“

“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.“

“We really enjoyed our first trip to this charming small eatery in downtown San Jose. Tucked away on Post north of First St., without obvious signage, The Club can be hard to find, but is worth the search. The craft cocktails were creative, interesting, and delicious. The Kale salad was a large serving, with a tasty house made dressing and a variety of fresh ingredients. The Short Ribs are were tender moist and delicious, served over a small serving of parsnip purée. My seafood pasta was deliciously sauced with generous portions of shrimp and salmon, though a little more pasta would have been nice. Crème Brûlée was delicious. Prices are moderate, appropriate for quality. Service was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful,. Decor is minimalist but tasteful. Overall very enjoyable, a good time was has by all!“

“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“

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

“Amazing food. Amazing place. Amazing people.

Really loved everything we had - highlight is Salmon Benedict.
But the servers were sweetest I have seen in the states. We will definitely come back sooner. Lucky to have this place finally in our area. ❤️“

“We arrived at 1:30 for lunch. We were a party of 3 with no reservation. When we walked in we were greeted by security. He stated that the host would be with us shortly since we had no reservation. About 5 minutes later the host, Sienna arríved. She shared that they had many reservations and would be hard to seat us but would try her best. About 10 minutes later or less she did just that. I am very appreciative that she gave us such a positive start to our experience. Food, drinks and service were good. Niner game was on so atmosphere was great!!! Would recommend with a reservation. I would definitely be returning. Thank you again sienna!!!“

“By the time I got home to eat my food was already cold . I didn't get to eat it. My husband ate his. He liked it. They don't only serve hotdogs they serve other things too like funal cakes burgers and other stuff I just remember what exactly.“

“4.6.
Still my favorite breakfast spot in San Jose every time I visit. Delicious food every time. Barbara was very sweet and attentive. The sweet potato Benedict with carnitas was very creative, the hash browns have a nice crispy exterior. I leave full and happy every time“

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

“Pizza was fantastic. Thick Detroit style. We tried the Detroit vs Everyone and the Margarita. Both were great, but the Margarita is always the first one to be finished. Pizza slices are big and filling. This place is definitely top 3 in San Jose“

“Delicious! Good portions and reasonable prices“

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

“Love it experiences …. 😍🥰“

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

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

“They have the best breakfast. I always go here when I’m visiting my long time friends here.“

“I got the breakfast burrito I thought it was great it filled me up they also gave my daughter up a humongous cookie for free really appreciate it I recommend this place for a good breakfast burrito“