San Jose Entertainment

Options for dining out are impressive in San Jose and restaurants for all categories can be found. In addition, the shopping here is fantastic and rivals that of San Francisco, while the nightlife is unending and features theatre, ballet, live music and plenty of bars and nightclubs.

Eating out

There are a slew of restaurants in San Jose, ranging from international establishments, gourmet restaurants and ethnic eateries to ubiquitous fast food joints. Most eateries can be found in downtown San Jose, while ethnic restaurants are best found at South Bay, noodles in Japantown and Mexican in the east of town.

Local cuisine

San Jose doesnt really have a signature dish, but it makes up for this with its cosmopolitanism in the dining department. You will find every type of taste here, and furthermore, prices are great.

Theatre and music

San Jose has several performing arts and entertainment centres as well as live music venues and nightclubs. In addition, the city holds many world-class film and jazz festivals. Shows and events happen in most parts of the city at night, while the South of First Area (SoFA) near San Carlos avenue and Santana Row are the most up-and-coming parts of the city for nightlife.

Shopping

Handicrafts and art galleries are numerous in San Jose, along with the ubiquitous shopping malls that can be found in any sizeable American city. Oakridge Mall is about the best there is in town, while Santana Row is good for boutiques and high fashion. Berryessa Flea Market is ideal for bargains and the Tropicana Shopping Centre for East San Jose culture.