There is a good choice of Filipino restaurants in the shopping center on Landess just west of S. Park Victoria in Milpitas.
Most are offering take-out and some offer delivery service during Covid-19. Please let me know if you see any with more than 2-3 tables in their patio for outside dining.
Jollibee Drive through, call & pick-up, take out, Doordash. Their spicy chicken is bomb: Crispy and juicy. And 2 chicken piece plate with a drink was only $6.00. 447 Great Mall Dr. 408-719-1344
Max’s Restaurant Yelp. Order online during Covid-19. Authentic Filipino cuisine. Best known for its great fried chicken. Situated just off 680 and Landess. 1535 Landess Ave., Ste 139 (east side of mall, outside.) 408-957-8885
Pinoy Bbq Atbp
Pinoy BBQ is a cozy Filipino buffet-style restaurant opened in 2005. We feature popular Filipino dishes such as beef steak with onions (bistek), adobo, sinigang, and pancit. Our specialty of course is barbecue ribs and barbecue sticks! 10 S Abbott Ave. 408-678-2149
Shopping Centers in Milpitas offer centers of cultural delight! Poking around our shops is like taking a world tour at your own pace for the food and household items you need, while getting style from the world over.
Abel Plaza
N. Abel Street at E. Calaveras Blvd. Major merchants: Swagat Indian Cuisine, Ta Restaurant
Beresford Square
Stores in this mall sorted by type, including phone numbers.
N. Milpitas Blvd. at W. Calaveras Blvd. Major merchants: Marina Grocery, CVS,
Calaveras Plaza
W. Calaveras Blvd. near Abel St. Major merchants: Grocery Outlet, FedEx
Fiesta Shopping Center
Dempsey Rd. Major merchants:
Foothill Square
Jacklin Road near Escuela Parkway Major merchants: Smart & Final, Dollar Store
Great Mall of the Bay Area
I-680 and I-880. Take Great Mall exit off of I-880. Major merchants: Marshall’s, Off 5th Ave., Century 20, Old Navy, Burlington Coat Factory, Dave & Busters. How to get to the Great Mall from San Francisco on public transportation. Catch the CalTrain at 700 4th St. and take to Mt. View. Transfer to Light Rail line: “Tasman East/Capitol Light Rail” going east and get off at the Great Mall stop. Map to Great Mall Parkway at Interstate 880 for drivers.
Parktown Plaza
Park Victoria Dr. near Landess Ave. Major merchants: Luckys, Rite Aid Pharmacy
Seasons MarketPlace
Your First One-Stop Filipino Lifestyle Center.
1535 Landess Ave.,
408-586-9800 Major merchants: Seafood City, Goldilocks, Max’s of Manila
Serra Center
E. Calaveras Blvd. near Abbott Ave. Major merchants: Chili’s, Big Lots
Sunnyhills and City Square
North Milpitas Blvd. near Dixon Landing Rd. Major merchants: Lion Food Center
Simple Hair
We are the specialists in Japanese Hair Straightening and our staff are highly trained as well as certified Milbon Straight Liscio. 33 N. Milpitas Blvd. 408-946-9999
Beck’s Shoes
Providing shoes that work since 1919. At Becks Shoes you will experience a unique blend of Old fashioned, traditional values and customer care that is unequaled.
Yelp reviews. 73 N. Milpitas Blvd. 408-946-4485
Marina Grocery
Yelp Reviews. Huge asian market in line with Ranch 99 and Lions. Deli food was OK but no dim sum. Aisles are wide so you can get your shopping cart through. 25 N. Milpitas Blvd. 408-263-1288
Dr. William Htun Dental Care
Yelp review. Dr. Htun and his staff are very caring and make every effort to ensure that your teeth are at their best! Conveniently, the office accepts private insurance, credit card, cash and check as payment. 113 N. Milpitas Blvd. 408-263-2272
Hansang Tofu
We offer high quality, authentic Korean cuisine that includes Kalbi, Bulgogi, K-Chicken, Army Stews, and much more! We strive to provide delicious meals along with great service in a clean, upscale environment. 57 N Milpitas Blvd. 408-770-2107
Firestone Complete Auto Care
Whether you need extensive repair work or just a quick checkup, come in today or schedule an appointment.
1379 S Park Victoria Dr. (408) 914-2995
O’Reilly Auto Parts
Battery Testing, Fluid Recycling, Loaner Tools, and Wiper Blade Installation.
1350 S Park Victoria Dr. (408) 946-3677
His ‘n Hers
Yelp reviews. My whole family goes here! Most of the stylists are part owners with a stake in how well the business goes.
1215 S Park Victoria Dr (408) 262-8047
Post N Parcel
Yelp reviews. Quick neighborhood stop to get fingerprinted, papers notarized, copies made, passport photos.
1765 Landess Ave. (408) 946-6655
Shops
Dollar Tree Store
Chain offering an eclectic mix of household items, beauty products, food & more at discount prices.
1350 S Park Victoria Dr #10 (408) 946-9898
Lucky’s
Grocery Store. Closing January 17, 2023. Now offers online ordering, recipes, and a pharmacy. Download their new app on Google Play or Apple App Store.
1350 S Park Victoria Dr. (408) 262-6727
BiryaniZ
Our mission is to offer the most authentic and flavorful Hyderabadi Biryaniz and other cuisine that are fit for the kings, our valued customers.
18 S Abbott Ave. 408-945-5700
Naan N Masala Delivery available. Yelp. It’s informal and set up mostly for take out. Very very good! They made the naan fresh when I ordered it! And it was huge! There was no way my family could eat three, even with a pre-teen boy! Recommended by Cara Drouin. 94 S Dempsey Rd. 408-263-9400
Red Chillies We are currently not accepting online orders. Serving Indian cuisine from the Malabar region in an inviting, colorful dining room. 167 S Main St 408-418-4778
Sri Ananda Bhavan
An Authentic South Indian Restaurant. We serve you purely vegetarian food and give you the true flavours of South Indian home cooked food. 61 Serra Way unit 120 408-791-6664
Swagat Takeout only. They will deliver your order to you when you arrive. All you have to do is give them a call once you parked. Yelp. A small chain of East Indian restaurants offers taste tempting, but not fiery dishes. 68 South Abel Street 408-262-1128
Tirupathi Bhimas Order online lunch and dinner time. Strip-center Indian eatery with an all-vegetarian menu, including dosas & Thali combination meals. 1208 S Abel St 408-945-1010
Milpitas Center is one of the older strip malls which has a favorite restaurant, Mil’s Diner, anchoring its corner, and a favorite stop for those cleaning out clutter, GoodWill. Located at the corner of Abbott Ave. and Calaveras Blvd.
O’Reily Auto Parts
We carry the parts, tools, and accessories you need, as well as offering store services like free battery testing, wiper blade & bulb installation, and check engine light testing. 46 S Abbott Ave. 408-263-5660
Biryaniz Milpitas
Indian Restaurant. Our menu features a host of mouth-watering dishes and scratch made specials. We take pride in creating a memorable dining experience. 18 S Abbott Ave. 408-945-5700
Caffino Cup
We are open normal business hours. Our ability to offer services through drive through allows us to continue to serve our customers. Please know we’re taking all precautions to protect our customers and employees. Mon-Fri 6am-6pm and Sat & Sun 7:30am-3:30pm. 315 W Calaveras Blvd. 408-921-3740
Tayyibaat
Outdoor Seating, Pinoy BBQ, Afghani Kebabs, burgers & rotisserie chicken round out the offerings at this no-frills halal spot. 10 S Abbott Ave. 408-586-9700
No matter where you turn, there’s a sandwich shop in Milpitas! New to the scene are Vietnamese sandwich shops. Yelp reviews for most sandwiches, so find the best!
The Best Sandwiches
Not only do we provide a warm and inviting atmosphere that’s perfect for unwinding, but we know sandwiches like no one’s business. Salads and kids’ favorites, too. 187 S Main St. 408-493-6383
Christy’s Donuts
From the perfectly toasted, chewy jalapeño cheese bagels to the large assortment of donuts, Christy’s never disappoints. The vintage-inspired interior makes for a great spot to sit and enjoy breakfast. 1291 E Calaveras Blvd. 408-942-1933
Dakao Sandwich Two
Yelp reviews. “Their mini eggrolls are a party favorite. Order ahead. Sandwiches are always crispy and flavorful. Choose from beef, chicken, fishcakes, pork, or vegetarian. There are also many rice plates and noodle bowls to choose from and to-go snacks for a quick bite.” 72 S Abel St. 408-946-3668
Golden Bakery
Yelp reviews: “When it comes to the Hot Dog Bun it can best be described as a hot dog wrapped in an Hawaiian roll with a pretzel finish! The finish is nice and sheen, the roll is sweet and the Hot Dog is not overly salty! It’s a perfect combo for a perfect snack!” Lots of bakery items. 30 S Park Victoria Dr. 408-945-8016
Huong Lan Sandwich 4
Yelp reviews: “Huong Lan is a Vietnamese hangout place to grab some food and tea, and sit and chat with your friends in the afternoon.” 41 Serra Way, Ste 108 408-942-7777
hese California recipes are made from fruits and vegetables that can be found in local gardens and farms. Some are found in local restaurants. If you can’t find these in a local garden or farm, then try a grocery store or farmers market. Some farms will deliver to your door. Farm Fresh to You Coupon Code Promo Code.
Apricots
Fresh apricots are available in June at the ranch on Piedmont road between Calaveras and Yosemite.
Apricot Recipes
Apricot and plum tart. Apricot sorbet. Apricot preserves. Apricot purses on a cloud. Apricot crumble. Apricot nectar. Apricot soufflé. Apricot tart. Caramelized apricot tart
California Apricot Council Recipes
Try these great ways to prepare Apricots. Apricots are high in vitamins A (beta-carotene) and C, a good source of potassium, low fat and sodium free!
Asian Recipes
We have a large Asian community here in Milpitas. This helpful site has recipes from each culture as well as lots of information about herbal remedies and Asian culture.
Bubble Tea Recipes
The beauty of Bubble Tea is the versatility of this drink. Please play with the recipes and come up with your own creations.
Avocados
Best Guacamole
Submitted by: Kathy Shaw. The real trick to great guacamole is to use good avocados. Make sure your avocados are ripe and of the Haas variety.
California Avocado Recipes
Guacamole and avocado recipes submitted to the California Avocado Commission website. Receive free avocado recipe each month via email.
Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de queijo)
Originally from a town in Brazil called Guaporé, Fernanda D. of Milpitas keeps the foods and recipes from her culture alive in her household.
California Earthquake Cake
This California recipe features coconut and nuts topped with chocolate cake mix. Then powdered sugar is poured in a criss-crossed pattern on top before baking.
Ghirardelli Chocolate Inspired Desserts
With the best chocolate in the world made just up the road in San Leandro, we can’t get enough California recipes for these chocolate treats!
San Francisco Sourdough French Bread
If you’re a bread lover, nothing beats the tangy taste and chewy texture of true San Francisco French style sourdough bread. From its hard crust to its soft interior, this California recipe bread has a unique flavor that is hard to resist.
San Francisco Sourdough Recipes
Here in Milpitas we take these recipes for granted – crab dip on sourdough, sourdough french toast, and more.
Cherries
Bing or Black Cherry Flan – Clafouti
In central France, this custardy fruit dessert is known as clafoutis. It can be made with a variety of fresh fruits, but plump, glossy dark sweet cherries are the traditional first choice.
Cherry Recipes
Cherry Almond Cinnamon Rolls, Brown Butter Cherry Bars, Cherry Almond Quick Bread, Fresh Cherry Sauce, Fresh Cherry Hand Pies, and more.
Cream Cake with Bing Cherry Sauce
This is an elegant, yet simple cake to make for a special occasion. The white cake is layered with a vanilla pudding in the middle, frosted with sweetened whipped cream, dusted with chocolate curls and served with a warm bing cherry sauce.
Dates and Figs
California Fig Recipes
From the California Fig Advisory Board. A bunch of quick, easy ideas of what to do with your backyard crop of figs.
Cooking With Dates
Versatile California Dates go well with many other fruits, and are compatible in compotes, salads, and desserts. Provided by the California Date Administrative Committee.
Fig Newton Bars
The cakes took their name from the Massachusetts town of Newton, which is a suburb of Boston. Here’s a recipe to let you make these popular bars with figs from your back yard tree.
10 Easy Medjool Dates Recipes
Here are all the best Medjool dates recipes! This chewy, caramely fruit is perfect for naturally sweet treats like brownies, energy bars and smoothies.
27 Fig Recipes Because They’re *Finally* in Season
The best fresh figs are not usually the perfect, good-looking firm ones. Oh no! You want ’em soft, squishy, even oozing a bit of syrupy juice. Some of the best are the ones that have started to wrinkle a bit after sitting for a couple of days on your counter.
Valley Fig Growers’ Recipes
If your busy schedule leaves little time to plan or eat balanced meals, keep dried figs on hand as a kitchen-cabinet staple. Here are some quick ways to add figs, and more nutrition, to your everyday favorite dishes.
Fruit Cake Recipe
At the top of this page is a humorous look at fruit cake baking, but at the bottom are links for real fruit cake recipes.
Persimmon Recipes You Should Try This Fall Here’s everything you need to know about choosing and storing them, plus our favorite persimmon recipes. Martha Stewart recipes for a fruit many here grow in their yards.
Grapes and Raisins
30 Dessert Recipes for Raisin Lovers
From simple snacks to more complex ethnic dishes and everything between, click on a category here and get inspired. You just might get hungry.
Double Boiler Raisin Bread Pudding for Two
It is so good, it may serve just one! A layer of brown sugar on the bottom of the pan makes a delectable sauce for the pudding, while also protecting the custard from contact with the hot pan.
Sun-maid Recipes
This collection includes many of our classic recipes that have been enjoyed by generations of families.
California Wrap Sandwich
What you get when you mix California cuisine with a big Mexican tortilla.
Chicken Tortilla Casserole California-Style
A family favorite! I often make it to freeze in portions for my family to take to work (reheats easily in a microwave). I generally make this as low-fat as possible using skim milk, lowfat cheeses, tortillas & soups.
Mexican Recipes
Your home for great Mexican food recipes, meal ideas and cooking advice.
Jams and Jellies
Kumquat Orange Marmalade
I don’t think there is anything else you CAN do with kumquats BUT make marmalade! They are so sour!
Pyracantha Jelly
You don’t have to let the robins eat all those lovely, red pyracantha berries!
Sunkist Recipes
Recipes you to help you use up your backyard lemon, limes, orange and grapefruit crop for a wide variety of drinks, meals, and desserts.
Grilled Lamb Recipes
Several delicious recipes for BBQ’d lamb from the Barbecue Bible.
In-N-Out Double-Double
This is a recipe for making what I believe is the best hamburger in the world. The secret to duplicating this and other fast-food burgers is getting the beef patties real thin…about 1/4 inch-thick.
Mushrooms
MykoWeb: Mushrooms, Fungi, Mycology
Learn to identify wild mushrooms with this Bay Area group, and once you are sure you have found edible mushrooms, here you’ll also find recipes to suit your pallate.
Nuts
California Almond Recipes
Top recipes: Strawberry Cucumber Salad with Almonds and Mint, Beet Salad with Almonds and Chives, Chinese Pearl Balls with Orange Ginger Dipping Sauce, and Orange Almond Bostock. Look for new recipes, by situation, and browse by meal type.
Pistachio Facts and Recipes
California pistachios are excellent “keepers” when stored properly. To keep them at their freshest, store pistachios in a refrigerated airtight container or keep them in the freezer for long-term storage. Recipes for Pistachio Pesto Pasta, Salmon with Pistachio-Basil Butter, and Cranberry Pistachio Semolina Tea Bread.
California Walnut Recipes
Starting with Ricotta and Apricot Walnut Crepes. From the The California Walnut Commission.
Walnuts Recipes
Walnuts have been around for millions of years, and a crop here in California for more than a century!
Olive Oil Source
Olive trees look so lovely… until they begin dropping black olives all over the place. Here’s a resource for dealing with your olive crop, or having it pressed into gourmet olive oil.
California Dried Plum Recipes
California Dried Plums are the not-so-secret ingredients that make everything from appetizers and salads to entr¨es and desserts irresistibleüand good for you, too!
Sunsweet Recipes
Sweets and desserts made with Suunsweet prunes.
Poultry
California Chicken Salad
And as always, mix and match the salad ingredients to suit yourself. If mangoes are too expensive where you are, use halved grapes or apple chunks. If you don’t like the crunch of celery, use cucumber cubes. If you don’t want to screw with finding poppy seeds, just leave them out. It’ll break my heart but won’t make much difference to the final product.
California Turkey Chili
In a skillet, heat oil over low heat. Add bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook until tender. Then, add beans, tomatoes, water, turkey, chili powder, coriander, red pepper flakes, and salt. Simmer 25 minutes.
Middle Eastern Turkey Kebab Bowl
Middle Eastern turkey kebabs easily transform into a delicious, colorful bowl full of flavor. Hot off the grill, turkey kebabs make for an excellent main course with countless possible ingredient combos!
Willie Bird TurkeysWilly Bird Turkeys
Probably the best free-range turkeys in the state. You can order them from this website. Famous for their quality and taste.
Pomegranates
Pomegranate Recipes from Martha Stewart
WWhen the days begin to shorten, and we are all in need of bright flavors, cooking with pomegranate can add a bit of sparkle to meals.
Potatoes
Carbonara Stuffed Potatoes with Crispy Pancetta
Our Chopped Dinner Challenge this week was pancetta, a kind of Italian unsmoked bacon. We wanted to do a spin on the classic spaghetti carbonara and crossed it with a twice-baked potato for crispy, cheesy, eggy comfort.
Delicious Sweet potato Recipes
Come try Crispy Sweet potato Wedges, Sweet potato Leek, Sweet potato Chicken Oriental and other great recipes from the The Sweet Potato Council of California.
White Potato Recipes
Nutritionally speaking, potatoes often get a bad rap , but they can be a smart foundation for a healthy meal. They are naturally high in Vitamins C and B6, are gluten-free, and rich in potassium.
Restaurants
Bay Area Bites
Celebrity Chefs Recipes from San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants on KQED website. Includes some cannibis recipes.
Marzetti Recipes
T. Marzetti has a plant on Yosemite Dr. Here are recipes that feature their dressings.
Rice
California Nori Rolls
These rolls are great to bring to parties, as everyone with be impressed with how beautiful and yummy they are. They are also very lowfat.
California Wild Rice Recipes
Specialty varieties of rice grown in California can be used in each of these recipes.
Rancho California Rice
Ronald Reagan’s favorite rice recipe. (From when he was governor.)
Seafood
Cioppino (San Francisco style fish stew)
When you have a houseful, whip up a potful of Cioppino to treat family and friends. This San Francisco-style fish stew is nutritious and delicious–shrimp is high in omega-3s and low in mercury. The amount and types of fish can be varied according to what you can find fresh locally. How to select and clean mussels for this recipe.
Strawberry Recipes: Palate Pleasing!
If you really want to indulge, preview the quick and easy recipes we’ve included to please your palate. From dips and drinks, to salads and sauces, to glorious glazes, toppings, pies and cakes, we’ve got the goods on cooking with strawberries. The California Strawberry Commission.
Vegetables
California Asparagus
Asparagus “tips,” recipe ideas, and information about where it is grown.
California Tomato Growers Association
Check the Chef’s Recipes for elegant recipes featuring California tomatoes from 4-star restaurants around the world.
California Zucchini Quiche
If you are a lacto-ovo vegetarian, here’s a great dish to use up that big zucchini.
Famous Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Revenge of the chocolate zucchini bread. To get back at my ex-husband, I had to use the dessert he loved most. By Paulina Borsook.
Pepper Fool
California vendor of hot sauces has an abundance of Mexican and Chinese hot pepper recipes.
Sometimes you just need steak and ribs and potatoes; stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. Here’s where to get such menus in American or Anglo-European restaurants in Milpitas.
Bistro
We offer three meals a day, including a breakfast buffet or menu and lunch and dinner specials. High Definition sports viewing is available in the restaurant’s lounge area. 1801 Barber Ln. 408-943-1110
Black Bear Diner
Down-home chain serving all-day American comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting. Do not expect to be able to stay on any diet here. Our diner is open for: Dine In, Delivery, Carryout, Outdoor Dining 174 W Calaveras Blvd. 408-946-2327
Brandon’s
Serving a delightful menu of California cuisine, Brandon’s seasonal menus feature organically grown produce; naturally raised meats of beef, game, poultry; and absolutely fresh seafood! One of the finest restaurants to have a “Power Lunch” in Milpitas. Make reservations online. Reviews. Open for dine in or take-out. Closed Monday. 1820 Barber Ln. 408-432-6311
Zahir’s Bistro With unreserved delight we announce the restaurant has re-opened as of March 9. Seating is open both inside and, weather permitting, on the patio. White-tablecloth bistro luring business types with an eclectic American-Italian menu & happy hour. Live music sets the mood. 579 S Main St. 408-262-2200
Hansang Tofu
We offer high quality, authentic Korean cuisine that includes Kalbi, Bulgogi, K-Chicken, Army Stews, and much more! We strive to provide delicious meals along with great service in a clean, upscale environment. 57 N Milpitas Blvd. 408-770-2107
Jang Su Jang
They know how to consistently make great food. The place is a too noisy, but the decor is the best for a Korean restaurant. That’s why I take clients there when they want Korean food. Yelp
269 W Calaveras Blvd 408-262-3434
Koong’s
Chinese, Korean, Noodles. Yelp. Koong’s serves Korean-Chinese dishes. If you’ve been to San Tung in San Francisco, it’s pretty similar. Possibly even better cause there’s no wait.
103 N Milpitas Blvd. 408-946-8020
My No.1 Sushi & Tofu
Yelp reviews. Spicy Korean favorites & a free ice cream chaser served in a casual outlet with simple decor.
1747 N Milpitas Blvd. 408-946-5100