#california-cuisine

#california-cuisine

Rustic Canyon in Santa Monica is a quintessential neighborhood restaurant dedicated to centering California's unrivaled produce and micro-seasons. The restaurant, opened in 2006 by Josh Loeb, not only feels fresh and relevant nearly two decades in, but continues to deliver the kind of dynamic flavors that rival what young guns are cranking out across town.

Combine chef-made food and a prime location for art lovers and what do you get? Poppy & Claro, the newest destination dining spot in downtown San Jose. The restaurant, the first from the Jay Paul Co. real estate developer, anchors the high-rise 50 West building that was formerly home to KQED, the Capital Club and Knight Ridder. This is an all-day restaurant that aims to satisfy the food and beverage needs of downtown employees, visitors and residents from breakfast through early dinner.

The transformation from MTN to RVR feels like a delightful surprise for diners, bringing a fresh season to a beloved culinary experience that was thought to be long gone.

Señor Sisig used to be a food truck, and now has a brick-and-mortar in the Mission. The 'Filipino street food' spot has everything from tacos and nachos to loaded fries topped with pork, chicken, or tofu.

Pleasanton has quietly assembled a diverse dining scene, offering everything from casual lunch spots to polished California-style bistros, showcasing local seasonal ingredients.

California has transformed the concept of salad into a unique meal experience, offering large, flavorful salads that provide a variety of textures and tastes, making them a true culinary adventure.

Harris Ranch Resort is a unique destination in California, located along the 5 freeway, known for its exceptional beef offerings like the A5 Wagyu ribeye.

Chef Jon Yao and his team at Kato prepare intricate dishes including dashi broth and dry-aged quail, focusing on personal culinary nostalgia for diners.

Sun Moon Studio is an incredibly intimate restaurant with only 12 seats, offering a unique culinary experience through its 11-course tasting menu, crafted by Chefs Hsu and Cooper.

Marisella embodies what one expects from a California restaurant perched on a stunning seaside cliff, featuring coastal cooking and a beautiful dining environment.

"Poppy's will pay homage to California's diversity and abundance by showcasing the state's freshest ingredients in thoughtfully composed dishes."

Cioppino is a California creation, blending Italian culinary traditions with local seafood, showcasing the innovations of immigrants in creating iconic dishes.

Santa Monica has a unique blend of coastal charm and culinary innovation, and we are excited to showcase both through Shoreside.

Calicraft's move to an all-outdoor beer garden reflects a trend in the craft beer industry toward versatile, family-friendly spaces while the original location undergoes renovation.

The brunch at Testarossa features hearty dishes like breakfast sliders and cinnamon rolls, complemented by a selection of wines and live music, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.

This year I'm kicking things off with Alexa Weibel's punchy, rainbow-hued chopped salad with jalapeno-ranch dressing, a vibrant, multitextured iteration of the sunny California classic.

Doto replaces Jewel in Virgil Village, featuring chef Jared Dowling's California izakaya dishes, aiming to become a neighborhood staple with seasonal offerings.

The city worships sandwiches. Everyone has an opinion about the best place to get the stellar handheld combination of bread and filling.