Best Group Dining Spots in San Jose

“The garlic noodles was amazing.The fish and shrimp taste like it was cooked in fresh oil, no oil residue on my palate.”

“The shrimps are big and perfectly cooked. We ordered 2 pounds (shrimp, calamari, clams) with the captain Loui sauce, and we cleaned the bag empty lol it was delicious!!!!”

“There's beautiful lofi christmas music playing, clean bathrooms and $1 oysters to boot.”

“The chicken gourmet pizza has the perfect crust - crispy on the outside and soft inside, and the shrimp pasta dish taste homemade.”

“The owner was wonderful. He not only remade the order at no charge, he personally delivered it.”

“The food is always fresh and delicious and the staff are honestly some of the nicest people I’ve met.”

“The customer service was amazing the lady working was very helpful and sweet and made everything quick and fresh even giving us …”

“I really appreciated that the person at the counter took time to explain all the food options available, and provided tasteful suggestions.”

“Wait time was barely anything and food was delicious plus loaded with toppings.”

“The fish amok was divine. The fish noodles were yummy. The tofu and green veggies was excellent.”

“Been here multiple time and never been disappointed. The food is consistently amazing and the service flawlessz”

“Outside of Cambodia, this is the most delicious and authentic Cambodian food we have had.”

“Davon was an amazing host! He went over an beyond to help us order and recommended food.”

“Considering their hours of operation the fact they stay open that late and keep that consistency in their food is impressive!”

“The burgers are so tasty and I'm so happy they have the impossible burger versions for people who don't want to eat meat.”

“Also, for the first time we tried their gluten free whipped waffle with berries and it was just amazing”

“The service is always excellent, and even with such a huge menu, they somehow manage to nail every dish.”

“Tried their Vegetarian Bombay crepe this time and absolutely loved it”

“One of the best places to get fried fish! The flavor, crispness, and tenderness is unmatched. It's fire!!”

“This place hit the spot !!! I wish I had more room to try more things. Which is exactly why I will be back everything was delicious.”

“Huruy was brilliant – really friendly and super helpful, which made the whole visit even better.”

“This was truly the best Chinese food I’ve had in a while — it’s lighter and tastes more authentic than most Chinese restaurants in the area.”

“Every dish is so special and very delicious. Each dish has big volume of enough meat&veges, so tasty food but price is just less than $20 each, unbelievable👍”

“Insanely high quality Sichuan style food. The Mapo tofu is worth trying and if you aren't squeamish about organs get it with pork intestines.”

“The owners son was such a sweetheart. The handsome blonde hair guy was the perfect addition to the amazing food I ate!”

“Amazing food and fantastic atmosphere! Bui Vien Street Food captures the true spirit of Saigon's street life. Highly recommended!”

“The chewy noodles and crispy crab makes this a for sure favorite.”

“This is an EXCELLENT place if you normally go to places like Chipotle and Sweet Green for your “healthy meals”.”

“Wish I could give this place 10 stars , not only is the food great but the manager/supervisor is incredible- he kept checking on us and was amazing, !!.”

“The VEGAN Argentina Chimichurri with Beyond Meat (plant based meat) so delicious.”

“Marco was excellent! He was very attentive to our table and even recommended really good rolls (Geisha and Shishito rolls).”

“Was very satisfied that the happy hour options had a lot of variety and the food was very delicious!”

“We went for their happy hour Sundays and it was really fun. It didn't get crowded until after 8pm.”

“Generous portions. Food is delicious - pancakes and omelettes are fluffy not dry, one of the best biscuit and gravy (biscuit not too big and starchy, just perfect).”

“The service was fantastic. We informed the server that it was our first time and she kindly took the time to share some popular dishes and combinations she recommended.”

“The food was delicious and the pancakes were 🤤🤤🤤by God's grace!”

“The food here is nothing but AMAZING! We were finally able to try the raw marinated crab and it tasted great.”

“WOW ! This is hands-down the best Korean restaurant in the Bay Area – the food is genuinely mind-blowingly delicious.”

“If you are here to date or special occasions, the interior is beautiful and thoughtful decorations.”

“Cynthia our server was the sweetest and super attentive. Service and food a.”

“Authentic and delicious! Ceviche very fresh and served with crunchy tortilla chips.”

“Cynthia and Karen were excellent with their service and their welcoming attitude.”

“The service was excellent — our waitress was very attentive and friendly.”

“Waiters were friendly, but we have a recommendation for the management: Please bring the dishes out in a timely manner, and not all at once.”

“It was a good experience except the Paella were salty to finish up.”

“The food was delicious. Phenomenal service from Itzel when we came in, she greeted us with such a friendly smile.”

“The vibe was amazing and the workers there, Clay, Mark and Lis were amazing!”

“I will definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a chill spot with great food and service.”

“This is honestly one of the best Indian vegetarian restaurants I’ve tried in the U.S.”

“The dosas here are simply outstanding: perfectly crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and generously slathered with that signature rich, creamy butter (“benne”).”

“We were a party of 4 and were highly impressed by the ambience and decor and cleanliness of the place.”

“Hard to find as it is tucked away. The best way is going northbound on N First street and turning into the parking lot, which was pretty big.”

“Service is fast and friendly. Ribs and candied yams are always amazing!”

“The fried chicken is juicy, flavorful, and fried to perfection. You won't be disappointed with any of the sides, either”

“Huy is polite. We were welcomed as soon as we got in the door. The food has great flavor. Huy was very attentive. I recommend this place.”

“Lastly given this place is so new, all the frequent celebrate are really suspicious. I honestly thought I had gone to the wrong place given the high ratings.”

“The ramen was great. The noodles were super fresh. The meat had a nice crisp. The portions were above average.”

“We had the BEST date night here. Staff was super knowledgeable and friendly.”

“Been here for several times. Always 100% satisfied with everything here. Definitely recommend!”

“They are wonderful people with a genuine care for serving food lovingly, they have a good amount of vegetarian options.”

“Our server, Dennis, was incredible – super attentive and always seemed to know what we needed before we even asked.”

“We had Chelsea as our server, and she was amazing. We had pork chops and the beef soup and it was all amazing.”

“Best filet I've ever had and I don't say that lightly. It was buttery, perfectly seasoned, and had a perfect char.”

“The atmosphere and decor are absolutely beautiful, and the restaurant is very child- and family-friendly.”

“Wonderful hospitality all around. Miguel and Francisco were fantastic—kind, attentive, and genuinely welcoming.”

“The ambience was perfect for a group of friends, it was loud, fun and with a lot of character.”

“This must be the 4th time I’ve been here. Each time I have had an overall wonderful experience. What like most is the quality of their food.”

“Great food and wonderful service by Amit. He made sure that we had all we wanted.”

“Amit was excellent. His service was amazing just like the food.”

“Super tacos were soo good! Next to Tesla super charger very convenient and beautiful outdoor seating.”

“The vibrant atmosphere and cozy patio made for a perfect midweek escape.”

“Next to Tesla super charger very convenient and beautiful outdoor seating.”

“I sure wish the owner that sings beautiful songs while you’re there was there”

“If you like soccer (fútbol), it is nearly always on the screen if something is going on somewhere.”

“The super quesadilla, breakfast plates, and super tacos continue to be delicious.”

“Selena did an amazing job with our group. We went for a business dinner and she recommended all the great dishes and drinks.”

“Ambiance: love the vibe here! The lights, paintings on the wall, talkative and attentive staffs, interiors designs are all shouting chill vibe.”

“Thank you Julia T for the very warm service. We truly enjoyed celebrating my husband’s birthday + first time celebrating with our baby girl.”

“Let’s be real — nobody in San José does mariscos better than Costa Alegre. Hands down the best I’ve ever had.”

“Energy-filled atmosphere, sitting at the bar and enjoying the laughter as well as the excellent appetizers and wide selection of tequila.”

“The food is delicious. Great service. Erika was attentive, kind, and knew the menu. Place was very clean.”

“We had an amazing brunch experience with him as our server and enjoyed our time!”

“A little expensive. But the food was awesome. Large portions and excellent taste.”

“Our server who was training and the manager were the best.”

“Catering from House of Tiffins was one of the best and most special parts of our wedding!”

“It is a small inconspicuous food truck serving delicious South Indian food at a gas station.”

“The service itself was very nice - the owner leaned in to check in on our order and also kept us informed on the status.”

“One of the best meals I’ve had in a long time, and one of the best Indian restaurants in the Bay Area.”

“This is one of the best, maybe the best, Indian place that I have ever tried.”

“The restaurant was very clean. The tables and chairs were comfortable with cups, water pitcher, fancy silverwear-all made of metal.”

“Our server Jesus was amazing, made our experience a wonderful one and helped up pick great choices on the menu.”

“The food was fantastic however if you are going with people who are not fond of seafood, highly recommend not going to this place.”

“The food took a while to come out. The server brought us some chips with salsa and refried beans as we waited.”

“Injera, kitfo special, lamb tibs firfir and doro Alicia tibs - Everything were fresh and delicious with right amount of spices.”

“Amazingly delicious Ethiopian food at great prices! My partner and I have been here countless times and we've loved everything we've ordered.”

“We have been going to Mudai for about 20 years and it has been a consistent source of excellent Ethiopian food!”

“Edeline was an incredible server. She made sure my food and drinks came out on time and was very attentive.”

“The quesabirrias and shrimp empanadas were absolutely delicious—easily a.”

“The Al Pastor tacos had a very yummy sauce. The nachos were great, but definitely meant for 3-4 people.”

“Been here a few times, the truck is super cute! And the food is absolutely delicious!!”

“Takes a bit of time but if the weather's great and you have good company, the food taste extra delicious.”

“I highly recommend the vegetarian burrito with grilled onions and mushrooms.”

“My favorite is the stir fry noodles, and had a good amount of spice and a bunch veggies and meat.”

“The staff were friendly and welcoming, the food is absolutely delicious, and the service is excellent.”

“Additionally, the ordering tablet had red spots that looked like jjampong splashes, and the screen itself felt a bit crusty/sticky.”

“The quesa birrita tacos are excellent! The meat was so tender and the shell adds a contrasting crispiness”

“The food here is soooo good! I bring all my friends and family here and everyone has loved it!”

“Only on a recent occasion my father's pozole soup was a bit too salty and he didn't enjoy it as the last …”

“Best chai spot I've found! Tastes just like homemade chai - not too spicy, not too sweet, and not too milky.”

“The TV plays ads from 90s like colgate, cadburry which will take you on the nice trip to memory lane.”

“The dahi vada was life changing. Would have taken a picture but I ate it in 2 minutes.”

“Food was amazing and service was great, the menu was via a QR but the server will take down the order.”

“Delicious fusion nigiris which I haven't seen anywhere else. The rolls are good also.”

“Great service and extremely clean place. Would highly recommend this place.”

“Flying Idlis food truck offers an impressive array of dishes that are both flavorful and affordable.”

“The idlis with podi were next level. Soft, fluffy idlis coated generously with flavorful podi that had just the right kick.”

“The consistency was really amazing, I really love to come back here again and again.”

“A place for amazing Korean food in small quaint location in Japantown.”

“Friendly service. Food came quickly. Amazing food, especially spicy bulgogi.”

“This dish was too salty to our taste. Even the meat and veggies were tender, I could not give it a high rating.”

“This is definitely the best ramen here in South San Jose. Place is always pack everytime we go but the price is affordable and very good food.”

“The amount of food is perfect for the price. 15 for the shoyu and shio and 22 for the Buta max (really big portion).”

“The habanero tonkotsu ramen was incredible. Perfect SPICE🔥 and flavor. And the karaage chicken was delicious.”

“The fish is always incredibly fresh and the rolls are consistently delicious.”

“This is my go to sushi spot whenever I am in the area. The food is fresh, well prepared and reasonably priced.”

“The restaurant is located in a busy mall area and parking can be a bit crowded, but there are lots of spots.”

“The food, people, and ambience are amazing! Feels like I'm eating at my friends parents house and grandparents house eating the best Mexican food!”

“Our server, Nellie, was warm, welcoming and so inviting. The food was served correctly, hot and delicious.”

“The service was excellent the atmosphere was very pleasant and our surroundings were spotlessly clean.”

“The food here is excellent. Super delish, affordable, attentive staff, clean with character. If you want vegan or vegetarian or raw, you won't be disappointed!”

“The waiters were friendly and solicitous and the food was delicious, notably the fried rice and spring rolls.”

“Not in the best area though, there was a homeless man with a knife outside the lot but the owner make sure he did not interfere.”

“In terms of non-raw options (that we tried), we absolutely loved the kani nigiri, beef skewers, chicken thigh skewers, and the agedashi tofu.”

“Despite it being busy our server paid us detail attention that was impeccable and the food was delicious!”

“Food was good, but not phenomenal. Not a very good experience this time. Service is inconsistent.”

“The only complaint I have, which is not a huge deal, is that the music coming from the kitchen can be very loud.”

“The price for these rolls are pretty worth IMO especially when the food is delicious.”

“Beware rush hour though, Friday night is popping! I ordered my food at 7:40 pm, didn’t get it until 8:10 pm (30 minute wait).”

“The drawback is location. It is located in not very nice area and their staff doesn't speak much English.”

“Each time I host a party, folks ask where I got them and it's a huge hit!”

“This place deserves 5 stars just because of one thing: egg rolls.”

“The Pork Backbone Stew (Gamjatang) was incredibly flavorful with meat that falls right off the bone.”

“All parking place is restrict which force me to park at other plaza.”

“The Soy-Marinated Crab with Roe Rice was fresh, well-balanced, and incredibly satisfying.”

“The rustic-modern decor, cozy seating, and ambient lighting make it a perfect spot for any occasion.”

“The pizza here is fantastic! Also try the Caesar salad. That was amazing.”

“Excellent service by highly professional team, good food with variety of options to choose.”

“I was at Fleming LA this weekend for my birthday and it was excellent and beautifully unforgettable”

“Alexander was amazing!!! We felt like being at home with the hospitality and service here!!!”

“David was very attentive and informative. Jose was very knowledgeable and kind. Danny was quick and efficient !”

“Glad we found this place for an early breakfast. Delicious food, quick and friendly service and reasonable prices.”

“I had the Mexican Omelet (with the chocolate pancake add on) which was amazing!”

“It has nice Classic American brunch and the food taste excellent.”

“Bunny, our host served us a complimentary Moringa soup. This is probably one of the best soups I have every tried!!”

“We ordered Chicken 65 biriyani- was fantastic esp if you like Kongu biriyani made with Seeraga Samba Rice!”

“This is easily one of the best Indian spots in the area and our only go-to, recently.”

“Realllllly really delicious vegan food!!! Spring roll sampler and the crispy oyster mushrooms were a and the mango sticky rice was soooo fab”

“This is one of the best Vietnamese restaurants and hands down the best vegetarian restaurant in the area.”

“The food is tasty and very consistent. Typically worth the wait if you’re looking specifically for quality vegetarian or vegan food.”

“The staff is sooo courteous. One of the best places. ## The badam halwa is the best♥️”

“This is a South San favorite. Lots of parking, service is outstanding, and everything that I have ordered here has been tasty, flavorful, and delicious.”

“Bala the manager was a courteous and amazing host. Felt like going to your paati's house.”

“I loved the salmon dish was so excited to see that it was gluten free”

“Definitely gives off "dress up vibes" - so ladies, break out your favorite pair of heels!”

“LOUD. That's the one word I'd use to describe The Pressroom. Unnecessarily loud music. What's fun about not being able to hear your companions?”

“This place has the best beef kimchi tofu 🍲😋 soup. Can't be beat, and don't forget to order the bossam along with the yangnyum galbi.”

“The clam tofu soup is surprisingly delicious! Savory with lots of clams.”

“Excellent selection of meats. Too much for two but outstanding for groups of 4-6 people.”

“Excellent fast service, close to the convention center, and very reasonable prices for lots of salmon sushi!”

“One of my new favorite spots while it's across san jose university in downtown San Jose.”

“Staff was immediately attentive and helpful, and sushi was delicious.”

“Manny was absolutely incredible!!! Aside from the food being amazing, Manny made our experience worth 5 stars!”

“This restaurant increased its prices and reduced the portion of dishes that just like many of the restaurants in the Bay.”

“Argent was such an attentive waiter and made sure that we got the food we needed ASAP (we were hungry).”

“Hands down the best Indian let alone Maharashtrian food I’ve had in the US! Definitely try the Vada Pav and Misal Pav.”

“This place serves truly authentic Marathi cuisine. We had the Vada Pav, Misal, and malvani Chicken — all were absolutely delicious!”

“The servers wear an orange vest which reminds you of stories from Shivaji's Darbar , the one thing missing was the topi.”

“I got the vegan enchiladas - YUM! Big portions, festive atmosphere, highly recommend.”

“His response shocked me. “Well I am sorry they have been doing that.” NICE real NICE.”

“Cozy spot for a date. Don’t forget to order the dessert …”

“Parking is okay, but it can be a little tricky, especially on weekends when it gets busier.”

“It's a cute place but music is so loud it's like eating at a night club.”

“The food was very good and full of flavor! Lots of options on the menu.”

“Banh Mi sandwich is wonderful, the bread is perfect! And what a deal at 10.50 includes a drink and some chips.”

“Great pho, with nice deeply flavored broth. The chicken soup is excellent too, with a very chicken-y broth.”

“The slices of brisket that were served in my pho were 80% fat. This happened on two occasions several months apart, so I cannot in good conscience recommend it.”

“Parking can get a little tough as you get closer to dinner. I recommend booking a little earlier than regular dinner time.”

“Manny was absolutely incredible!!! Aside from the food being amazing, Manny made our experience worth 5 stars!”

“The pasta flight was delicious and definitely worth us stopping.”

“The meat quality was excellent. They have amazing side dishes as well. Like the Korean pancake starter and steamed eggs.”

“This place blew me away! We got the signature A and it was mind-blowing. Outstanding service, insane value for money, great quality overall.”

“OMG. It's fireworks in your mouth, so delicious and tasty, and the dishes keep coming, one after the other.”

“The atmosphere is very comfortable with a great selection of jazz and blues music playing at a perfect volume.”

“Metal piece from Pho. Told the server and get a new noodle and he said it was like a service dish.”

“It's my second time coming here. This place gets pretty packed around lunch hours so I came around 2 o'clock and it was pretty empty.”

“We loved the hot, crispy fried chicken and the soy garlic fried chicken.”

“Sometimes you get good chicken and nice sauce Last time i got chicken dry and not like previous mixed parts”

“I order veggie Kimbab compared these two pictures you tell me this looks same or not.”

“The sesame tofu was 10/10. You worth trying the samosa soup.”

“There are many unique meat and vegetarian dishes. Be sure to order rice separately because it doesn't come with the dishes.”

“Some dishes are quite expensive $15 for FOUR samosas is insanity ahaha but I admit they are delicious!”

“Their bon bo hue or spicy rice noodle soup from Hue is superb.”

“I think their BBH here is average at best, but I’m strictly here for the appetizers.”

“The parking lot can be crazy with many cars getting in-and-out or waiting for a space.”

“Though their service however was a bit slower and we had to wait long to get the tea, but the food was amazing.”

“The ambience has an Indian touch with Indian posters , one liners and movie taglines! Loved it!”

“Loved the food and atmosphere- it’s sorta Americanized Indian dishes But I liked it.”

“The orange chicken has a crisp outer layer but soft on the inside.”

“Food was good. We received the wrong food first but they quickly replaced with what we ordered.”

“It is a great place for some lunch or a great night out for dinner.”

“But the atmosphere here is amazing with outdoor seating, bar seating, booth seating and more.”

“A Warriors game was going on and there were TVs every 50 feet both indoor and outdoor for the watching party.”

“The burrito was perfect for hubby and I to share.”

“The diner? Amazing- they're pretty friendly and the food is good.”

“The food was good - I ordered a Chateau Sandwich which was very tasty, but quite a hefty lunch being 3 slices of bread.”

“The staff was awesome. The bartender was very nice and took care of us the whole time we were there.”

“We sat on the rooftop and it was such a vibe—loved the Latin music playing in the background.”

“Had the best time at Copita last night for date night! We sat on the rooftop and it was such a vibe—loved the Latin music playing in the background.”

“The manager Jeff even stopped by to check on us, so amazing!”

“The food, service, and atmosphere were all fantastic! Najeeb provided the most friendly and attentive service, making the experience even better.”

“SO DELICIOUS! Yes, it's a bit of a hole in the wall, but the service is delightful and friendly.”

“Nothing sticky anywhere. I got beef sandwich to go,and it was delicious!They were friendly as well.”

“The food here is the best. I love the chicken Kabob and Rice plate. We go at least 2-4 a month.”

“I had an amazing time at Sophies Mediterranean Grill. It’s a family-run place, and they’re so friendly and welcoming.”

“I highly recommend the grilled chicken gyro, falafel salad & falafel burger– it’s absolutely delicious.”

“This has been our go to Mediterranean restaurant but in the last visit we were not happy with the food.”

“Achilles is a casual Mediterranean restaurant not far from Westfield Valley Fair.”

“Awesome food especially the mansaf, and of course amazing service.”

“But being lactose intolerant and fully allergic to dairy and I don't eat pork it was amazing to have a bomb vegan pepperoni pizza!”

“Amazing food and service. The owners are kind and talkative people, it was lovely meeting them and would definitely return again!”

“They definitely take their time making the pizza, which I don’t mind because it was delicious.”

“The steak didn't come out to order (ordered medium rare and came out medium at best).”

“My wife and I had an amazing dinner at LB Steak in Santana Row.”

“It took a very long time to get our drinks and longer to get bread that we ordered.”

“Our waiter Michael was the best. He was so attentive to our needs and brought everything that we needed and wanted.”

“This place is a joke with their To-Go orders. One time they prepared the wrong order for me.”

“I hadn't been there in two or three decades. Not much has changed over the years.”

“This is my absolute favorite Mexican restaurant in the Bay Area! I have been amazed every time I have come here.”

“The most beautiful restaurant I have ever seen. I fell in love with it . Great architecture, interiors and ambience.”

“This restaurant was impressive with its service , food and ambiance. The best Mexican restaurant in the peninsula. Very inviting atmosphere.”

“The super burritos at Adalita’s Mexican Spot are absolutely fantastic—packed with flavor and perfectly satisfying.”

“Servers were very friendly although if you want to sit outside, you'll need to order at the walkup counter.”

“There is NOT enough parking!!! If you can't grab their limited 10 to 12 spaces, you are SOL.”

“Still my favorite pho place since I was a kid. New places come and go, but pho y has always tasted the same authentic southern style pho.”

“Their food is amazing but the waitress who served us is racist to non asian ppl.”

“Very bad customer service this time. The lady took the order giving us the attitude like we're begging for free foods; so bad.”