Best Group Dining in San Jose

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, authenticity, and generous portions, with many dishes like mole, birria, and seafood receiving specific accolades.

“Everything was delicious”

Service is frequently highlighted as outstanding, friendly, attentive, and accommodating, with staff and management often going above and beyond.

“Service was Amazing”

The atmosphere is generally described as pleasant, friendly, and family-oriented, with good music and a welcoming feel.

“Atmosphere is always the best”

Diners find the value to be good, with reasonable prices for large portions and high-quality food.

“Portions where big for a reasonable prize”

The food is generally well-regarded, with many diners celebrating the quality of the meats, especially the American Wagyu, and the freshness of the ingredients. Broth flavors are also frequently highlighted as delicious and unique.

“Quality!! 🍲🥩✨”

Service is consistently described as friendly, attentive, and efficient, with several staff members, particularly Stephen, well-regarded for their helpfulness and positive attitude.

“Great service and busy dinner place.”

The atmosphere is described as pleasant and suitable for casual dinners or dates, though not particularly fancy.

“The ambiance was warm and inviting”

While many find the all-you-can-eat (AYCE) options to be a good deal, some diners consider the pricing high for the limited meat selection, particularly for non-premium options.

“So overpriced for the mere meat options”

The food is generally described as flavorful and fresh, with many dishes, particularly tacos and ceviche, receiving celebrate. However, some diners found certain dishes to be overcooked, dry, or lacking in flavor, and a few noted that the quality did not always match the premium price point.

“Tacos were tasty and ceviche was star”

Service is consistently highlighted as a solid point, with numerous mentions of attentive, friendly, and professional staff who go above and beyond, especially for special occasions.

“Excellent service! Nicely located.”

The restaurant is well-regarded for its vibrant, lively, and upscale atmosphere, with a beautiful interior design and a stunning bar area.

“Amazing restaurant! My best friend chose this place for my birthday dinner and the staff was so welcoming. The ambiance is so fun and the food is even more amazing.”

Diners frequently comment on the high prices, with some finding the portions small and the quality not commensurate with the cost, especially when not dining on specials like Taco Tuesday.

“Overpriced and a novelty.”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, creative flavors, and fresh, high-quality ingredients, with a particular emphasis on inventive vegan and fermented dishes.

“Food is outstanding”

Service is generally described as friendly, attentive, and helpful, with staff often noted for their passion and welcoming demeanor.

“Staff was very attentive”

The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, welcoming, eclectic, and inviting, with good music that fits the vibe.

“Great environment friendly staff”

Diners find the food to be of high quality and creative, with generous portions, making it a good value for the price.

“Portions are generous”

The food is generally described as good, with no significant complaints.

“Good food”

Service is well-regarded as friendly, great, and outstanding.

“Great service”

The atmosphere is described as cozy and suitable for hanging out with friends, featuring a karaoke system.

“Cozy little family restaurant”

One diner noted a discrepancy between menu prices and the final bill, suggesting potential value concerns.

“Charge a different price”

The food generally receives positive remarks, with pizzas, burgers, and certain appetizers like fried green beans and garlic shrimp frequently highlighted. However, some dishes, such as salads and specific entrees, have been described as inconsistent or lacking flavor.

“The food was fresh and delicious.”

Service is well-regarded as outstanding, attentive, friendly, and professional, with staff often going above and beyond to accommodate guests.

“First-rate food and service!!”

The restaurant offers a warm, inviting, and fun atmosphere, often described as a cozy neighborhood spot with a pleasant ambiance suitable for various occasions.

“Always fun atmosphere at Creek Eatery!”

While many dishes are considered good, some diners find the prices to be high for the portion sizes or overall quality, particularly for certain salads and brunch items.

“Decent, but too expensive for what it is”

The food, particularly the momos, is well-regarded for its authentic taste, freshness, and generous portions. Many dishes, including curries and skewers, are highlighted for their flavor.

“Best local restaurant! The momos are always fresh, tasty”

Service is generally described as friendly, attentive, and welcoming, though some diners note occasional slowness during peak hours.

“Staff are friendly and attentive”

The atmosphere is described as relaxed, welcoming, and cozy, with some diners mentioning Nepali music and karaoke.

“Traditional ambiance”

Portion sizes are frequently noted as generous, and prices are considered reasonable for the quality and quantity of food.

“Amazing food with generous portions at affordable prices”

The hot pot broths are bold, flavorful, and authentic, with a wide variety of fresh ingredients and quality meats. The extensive sauce and appetizer stations are also highlights.

“The soup base (pictured) is incredibly flavorful.”

Service is generally attentive and friendly, with staff frequently checking in on diners. Some diners note a language barrier, but overall, service is a strong point.

“Good and attentive service”

The restaurant features a well-decorated, Chinese-themed interior with spacious seating, creating a pleasant and authentic atmosphere for hot pot dining.

“The dining environment is better”

Diners find the hot pot experience to be a good value, with reasonable prices for the quality and quantity of food offered, especially considering the extensive appetizer and sauce bars.

“The price-performance ratio is too high”

The food is generally known for its freshness, quality, and creative presentation, with many dishes highlighted as delicious and well-prepared. Some diners note it's not strictly authentic Japanese but appreciate the unique options.

“Fresh and delicious raw fish”

Service is consistently described as friendly, attentive, and outstanding, with staff often going above and beyond to accommodate guests and large groups.

“Great atmosphere, great service”

The atmosphere is frequently described as great, peaceful, clean, cozy, and suitable for special occasions, with beautiful food presentation.

“Clean and cozy Japanese resto”

Diners find the prices reasonable to a bit pricey, but generally consider the quality and portion sizes to be well worth the cost.

“Reasonably priced”

Authentic, homemade Mexican comfort food beloved by long-term patrons, but recent signs suggest inconsistent seasoning and bland execution that disappoints first-time visitors with higher expectations. Quality appears to have declined over past 1-2 years.

“Blandest Mexican food we've ever tasted”

Well-regarded across reviews; staff described as warm, friendly, accommodating, and attentive. Owner involvement and personal touch are standout features. One isolated mention of slow service 6 years ago.

“Very friendly and service was fast”

Charming neighborhood hole-in-the-wall with dog-friendly patio, succulents, colonial decor, and family-run atmosphere. Described as cozy and authentic. Aging interior noted in older reviews; strip mall location somewhat hidden.

“Could swear we were in old Mexico”

Consistently noted as outstanding value with reasonable prices, generous portions in earlier reviews, and good price-to-quality ratio. Recent complaints about small portions and price increases not systematically noted.

“Prices are ridiculously low”