FolaFela specializes in jollof rice and a large variety of delicious soups and stews.

Cuco's Burritos serves more than 14 different specialty burritos inspired by regional Mexican cuisine.

For Turkish customers, Chefmus' grilled meats bring a taste of home to Mountain View.

Scones and clotted cream come with a side of pandan and curry.

El Fogon d’Geny is repping the Dominican Republic with its mofongo, pica pollo and assortment of hearty stews.

A&M Pâtisserie's pastries draw inspiration from Cuban guava strudels and Korean cheese corn.

Easy Mexican fried rice featuring chorizo, charred aromatics, and pickled jalapeños for a smoky, meaty, quick dinner.

Bot Chien is an exciting new addition to Lion Plaza.

The new San Jose restaurant, from the family behind Bo Ne Phu Yen, appears to be the only one in the region specializing in these grilled pork sausage spring rolls.

Most of the menu, which is the same as it was in 1920s Taiwan, is under $15.

THEALLSEEINGEYE is a Gen Z throwback to the golden era of hip-hop.

Chayakada has wowed customers with its showy meter chai, authentic street snacks and friendly atmosphere.

Chayakada has wowed customers with its showy meter chai, authentic street snacks and friendly atmosphere.

These breakfast tostadas are stacked with porky beans, funky cheese and runny eggs. It’s a dish with a lot of contrasting textures — the crunchy tostada, creamy chorizo beans and a jammy egg — that bl...

Post-lockdown, downtown San Jose is booming.

Post-lockdown, downtown San Jose is booming.

Standout restaurants in Santa Clara County for an array of appetites and price points

Así Mexican Fusion Bistro serves beef shawarma tostadas and al pastor chicken kebabs.

This creamy corn soup doubles down on fresh corn flavor with seared cobs, sweet white miso, and a crispy corn topping for crunch.

Mexico's creamy mole blanco swaps the smoky char of mole negro for pale chiles, white chocolate, and toasted nuts in a subtly sweet, savory sauce that's perfect over roast chicken, turkey, or white fi...

This Mexican comfort classic, pastel Azteca layers fried tortillas, saucy shredded chicken, and a trio of creamy cheeses into a baked dish that's like lasagna's spicier, cheesier cousin.

Jade Cathay hosts punk bands at its restaurant, complete with an enviable dim sum spread

Salpikitos is the first U.S. location for a family business born in Colombia.

Food writer Octavio Peña leads you on a deep dive into Oaxacan mole negro, Mexico's iconic velvety, rich sauce made with dried chiles, nuts, chocolate, and centuries of culinary history. Pair it with ...

Salpikitos is the first U.S. location for a family business born in Colombia.

Aku’s BBQ brings a new level of high-end izakaya standards, onigiri, and skewers from Berkeley to San Jose

Chicken Licious serves street food–inspired bento boxes based on family recipes.

The San Francisco Chronicle’s restaurant critics rank the best places to eat in the Bay Area, from 100 to No. 1. See what’s on the list.

A tlayuda is a Oaxacan dish consisting of a large crispy tortilla that is topped with refried beans andcheese and folded in half. This recipe also features crumbled chorizo.

These chimichangas are loaded with shredded chicken, tomatoes, chiles, and rice. When deep-fried until golden and crisp, and paired with a tart and spicy tomatillo salsa, it’s easy to see why these fr...

Mariscos El Aguachiles 8's twelve heat levels will take down even the proudest chile head.

Mexican albondigas features meatballs enriched with rice, alliums, and herbs served in a light, tomato-based broth with a medley of fresh vegetables. It’s a comforting soup perfect for a cold or rainy...

These crispy, juicy fried chicken wings are tossed with a chile sauce right before serving for an unparalleled fiery bite. The recipe from recipe developer Octavio Peña is perfect for a game-day party...

Perfect for brunch, these crispy and savory Mexican corn cakes, sopes, are loaded with hearty refried beans smothered in a bacon and fresh chile-loaded queso fundido. Nestled on top is a perfectly poa...

At Hijau, coffee drinks are infused with tropical flavors like pineapple and torched lemongrass.