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Saratoga's Best Eats

Saratoga's dining scene runs the length of Big Basin Way and beyond, from white-tablecloth institutions to the kind of taqueria where you order at the counter and eat outside. What follows is a working guide to the restaurants worth your time, whether you're here for wine country ambiance or a weeknight dinner that simply gets it right.

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1.The Plumed Horse

★ 4.6Local

A Big Basin Way institution with 1,100+ Google reviews and a 4.6 rating, The Plumed Horse is a locally owned Saratoga restaurant that has earned its long-standing reputation on the avenue.

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2.Blue Rock Shoot

★ 4.5Local

Locally owned Blue Rock Shoot pours coffee at 14523 Big Basin Way, earning a 4.5-star average from nearly 500 Google reviewers. A Saratoga café worth the stop on any Big Basin Way stroll.

Cafe

3.Big Basin Cafe

★ 4.3Local

Locally owned Big Basin Cafe has earned its 4.4-star standing with 356 reviews from regulars who know where to find a good cup along Big Basin Way. A Saratoga mainstay for coffee and a pause in the day.

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4.Anchors Fish & Chips And Seafood Grill

★ 4.5Local

Locally owned and tucked along Big Basin Way, Anchors serves crisp fish and chips and grilled seafood that tastes of the coast. A straightforward, satisfying stop for a quick bite or a relaxed meal.

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5.Andalé

★ 4.2Local

Andalé brings a locally owned touch to North Santa Cruz Avenue, offering a warm, sensory dining experience that feels like a quiet escape in the heart of Saratoga.

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6.Arya

★ 4Local

Arya brings a locally owned sensibility to Saratoga dining, with a menu that balances refined technique and the relaxed warmth of wine country.

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7.Avachi Biryani Restaurant

★ 4.2Local

A locally owned restaurant on South De Anza Boulevard, Avachi Biryani serves fragrant, spice-layered biryani that transports you straight to Hyderabad.

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8.Azuma Japanese Cuisine

★ 4.3Local

At Azuma Japanese Cuisine on Stevens Creek, the locally owned kitchen turns out clean, precise sushi and robata-grilled specialties that pair beautifully with a crisp sake or Pinot.

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9.Bai Tong

★ 4.6Local

Locally owned Bai Tong brings Thai cooking to Big Basin Way, with a menu built for regulars who know their order by heart. A solid weeknight option when you want heat and freshness without leaving town.

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10.Baja Fresh

★ 4.4Local

Locally owned Baja Fresh brings its fast-casual Mexican menu to Saratoga, offering grilled meats, fresh salsas, and burritos built to order.

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11.Beija Flor

★ 4.7Local

Beija Flor brings a locally owned café sensibility to Stevens Creek Boulevard, serving as a steady morning stop for Saratoga residents who prefer their coffee and pastries without the commute.

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12.Beijing Duck House

★ 3.3Local

Beijing Duck House brings crisp-skinned roast duck and northern Chinese classics to South Blaney Avenue. This locally owned restaurant is a solid pick when you want something hearty before a tasting room visit.

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13.Bella Saratoga

★ 4.3Local

Bella Saratoga brings locally owned warmth to Big Basin Way with a menu that pairs effortlessly with the region’s best wines. A confident stop for a relaxed, flavor-forward meal.

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14.Big Basin Burger Bar

★ 4.2Local

A locally owned spot on Big Basin Way, where juicy burgers and craft brews meet laid-back Saratoga charm.

Bar

15.Big Basin Tasting Room

A locally owned bar on Big Basin Way, this tasting room pours a curated selection of wines and craft beers in a relaxed, unpretentious setting.

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