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Japanese Dining in Milpitas

Japanese dining is renowned for its emphasis on quality, presentation, and tradition. Here are some key features that define the Japanese dining experience:

1. **Seasonality**: Japanese cuisine places a strong emphasis on using seasonal ingredients. Dishes are often designed to highlight the flavors and textures of ingredients that are at their peak during a particular season.

2. **Presentation**: The visual presentation of food is incredibly important in Japanese dining. Meals are often arranged to be aesthetically pleasing, with attention to color, balance, and arrangement. This is sometimes referred to as “eating with the eyes.”

3. **Variety and Balance**: A traditional Japanese meal typically includes a variety of dishes to ensure a balanced intake of nutrients. A typical meal might include rice, soup, pickles, a main dish (such as fish or meat), and several side dishes.

4. **Freshness**: Freshness of ingredients is paramount in Japanese cuisine. This is especially true for sushi and sashimi, where the quality of the fish is critical.

5. **Umami**: Japanese cuisine is known for its use of umami, the fifth basic taste. Ingredients like soy sauce, miso, dashi (a type of broth), and seaweed are commonly used to enhance the umami flavor in dishes.

6. **Rice as a Staple**: Rice is a fundamental component of Japanese meals. It is often served plain or seasoned and accompanies almost every meal.

7. **Sushi and Sashimi**: Sushi (vinegared rice topped or rolled with fish, vegetables, or other ingredients) and sashimi (sliced raw fish) are iconic Japanese dishes that showcase the importance of fresh, high-quality ingredients.

8. **Noodles**: Japanese cuisine features a variety of noodle dishes, including ramen (wheat noodles in broth), udon (thick wheat noodles), and soba (buckwheat noodles). These dishes are popular for both lunch and dinner.

9. **Tea**: Green tea is a staple beverage in Japanese dining. It is often served with meals and is appreciated for its refreshing and cleansing properties.

10. **Kaiseki**: Kaiseki is a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner that emphasizes seasonality, presentation, and the art of cooking. It is considered the pinnacle of Japanese haute cuisine.

11. **Izakaya**: Izakayas are Japanese gastropubs where people gather to enjoy a variety of small dishes, similar to tapas, along with drinks like sake, beer, or shochu.

12. **Etiquette**: Japanese dining has its own set of etiquette rules, such as saying “itadakimasu” before eating and “gochisousama deshita” after finishing a meal. Proper use of chopsticks and not sticking them upright into a bowl of rice are also important.

13. **Bento**: Bento boxes are single-portion takeout or home-packed meals that typically include rice, fish or meat, and pickled or cooked vegetables. They are known for their balanced and visually appealing arrangement.

14. **Washoku**: Washoku refers to traditional Japanese cuisine, which has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. It emphasizes harmony with nature and the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Japanese dining is a holistic experience that combines taste, aesthetics, and cultural traditions, making it a unique and cherished culinary practice.

Kinjo Sushi
Known for its fresh and authentic Japanese cuisine, Kinjo Sushi offers a wide selection of sushi, sashimi, and chef’s special nigiri, featuring premium ingredients like Hokkaido scallops, fatty tuna, and golden eye snapper.
1747 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-946-5100

More than Bento
Your Go-To Lunch Spot! Join us at More Than Bento for a delightful midday break. We offer an enticing selection of pastries, bentos, and marinated duck products.
682 Barber Ln
858-203-8963

Pepper Lunch
Teppanyaki restaurant. Japanese franchise specializing in fresh steak, seafood and vegetables cooked by clientele at individual high-tech speed grills.
408 Barber Lane
408-577-0778

Sushi Adachi
Our authentic Japanese Nigiri/Makizushi/Sake restaurant is dedicated to providing the highest quality sushi made from carefully selected, seasonal fish imported weekly from Japan by our Master Chef.
668 Barber Ln
408-432-6270

Sushi Maru
Yelp Reviews. Japanese spot lures locals with its intimate space & sushi boats on conveyer belts.
599 E Calaveras Blvd.
(408) 945-9999

Korean BBQ Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

Korean BBQ restaurants offer in-table grills for cooking your meats to the doneness you prefer, and dip in a tasty sauce.

Korean BBQ dining is a unique and interactive culinary experience that has gained popularity worldwide. Here are some key features that make Korean BBQ dining special:

1. **Tabletop Grilling**: One of the most distinctive features of Korean BBQ is that the grilling is done right at your table. Each table is equipped with a built-in grill, allowing diners to cook their own meat to their preferred level of doneness.

2. **Variety of Meats**: Korean BBQ offers a wide selection of meats, including beef (such as brisket, ribeye, and short ribs), pork (such as belly and shoulder), and chicken. Some restaurants also offer seafood options.

3. **Banchan (Side Dishes)**: A meal at a Korean BBQ restaurant typically comes with an array of banchan, which are small side dishes. These can include kimchi, pickled vegetables, bean sprouts, spinach, and more. Banchan are often refillable and complement the grilled meats.

4. **Marinades and Seasonings**: The meats are often marinated in a variety of sauces and seasonings, such as soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and gochujang (Korean chili paste). This adds depth of flavor to the grilled meats.

5. **Lettuce Wraps**: It’s common to eat the grilled meat by wrapping it in a piece of lettuce or perilla leaf, along with garlic, ssamjang (a thick, spicy paste), and other condiments. This method is known as ssam.

6. **Interactive Dining Experience**: Korean BBQ is a social dining experience. Diners gather around the grill, cook the meat together, and share the meal. It’s a fun and engaging way to enjoy food with friends and family.

7. **Dipping Sauces**: Various dipping sauces are provided to enhance the flavor of the grilled meats. Common sauces include ssamjang, sesame oil with salt, and soy sauce with vinegar.

8. **Rice and Noodles**: Meals often include steamed rice and sometimes noodles, which can be eaten alongside the grilled meats or used to make a fried rice dish at the end of the meal using the leftover ingredients on the grill.

9. **Ventilation Systems**: Many Korean BBQ restaurants are equipped with powerful ventilation systems to manage the smoke generated from grilling, ensuring a comfortable dining environment.

10. **All-You-Can-Eat Options**: Some Korean BBQ restaurants offer all-you-can-eat menus, where diners can order unlimited amounts of meat and side dishes for a fixed price.

Korean BBQ dining is not just about the food; it’s about the experience of cooking, sharing, and enjoying a meal together. It’s a celebration of flavors, textures, and communal dining that makes it a memorable culinary adventure.

Gen Korean BBQ House
Local chain offering Korean BBQ grilled tableside & ban-chan in a trendy, modern setting.
190 Barber Ln.
408-955-0228

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

So Gong Dong Tofu House
Yelp reviews. Been craving Korean food lately, so decided to give this place a try. The food here is very good and so is the service.
231 W Calaveras Blvd
408-262-5454

Return to Asian-Pacific Dining in Milpitas

Asian Pacific Dining in Milpitas

Chinese, Filipino, Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Thai, and Vietnamese Restaurants – with reviews. Milpitas has the largest selection of Asian restaurants outside of San Francisco, and all have free parking.

Chinese – Taiwanese – Shanghainese – Hunan

Beer Bear Grill
Pan stickers, salted duck. duck vermicelli soup, teppanyaki
402 Barber Ln.
408-577-1922

Chef P’s
Yelp. “The shrimp in the walnut shrimp and vegetable shrimp are cooked to perfection. I really love the egg rolls, too, and the house chow mien.”
1535 Landess Ave. Ste 162
408-586-8389

China Palace Restaurant
Yelp. Open until 3am. This is kind of a hole in the wall place. It’s great if your looking for some authentic Chinese food that’s good on the wallet. Its open late for those late night munchies. Don’t expect great service.
688 Barber Ln.
408-894-7060

Darda Seafood Restaurant
Chinese Islamic style cooking. Halal.
296 Barber Lane
408-433-5199

Dingguagua Tasty Legend 鼎呱呱美味江湖
Great place to try some unique Northern Chinese dishes, but come with someone you know speaks Chinese to order the special dishes at this place. The food was very tasty and good. Most of the dishes were very well priced. Menu.
550 Barber Ln.
408-456-0520

FT BBQ
Yelp reviews. Our BBQ restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
660 Barber Ln.
408-922-7211

Hometown Kitchen
“All in all, I really recommend this place! I think this is the truly hometown flavor that I’m looking for. All the dishes are tasty and made with traditional ways.” Hunan .
Menu – English Menu
1245 Jacklin Road
408-263-9888

Golden Sun Palace
Roomy Chinese place with a lively atmosphere serving Cantonese seafood dishes & traditional dim sum.
1678 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-263-3888

King Eggroll Express
You can choose from a variety of delicious dishes at an affordable price. (Tip: Lundy location often has far lower prices!) Order any of special party trays for your next special events or dine in at our new Milpitas location.
442 W. Calaveras Blvd
408-942-4888

Koi Palace
Dim Sum, Seafood. Teahouse.
768 Barber Ln.
408-432-8833

Koong’s Chinese
Yelp Review. A family owned business, Koong’s is run by a familiar staff that is beloved in the Milpitas community.
103 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-946-8020

Kung Fu Noodle
Yelp. Heads up!! This isn’t the original Kung Fu Noodle that was here before! As of today (7/2/2019) the new and improved restaurant has only been open for 3 days. They changed the name by adding the Chinese words in front of Kung Fu Noodle!
278 Barber Ct.
408-922-6898

Mayflower Restaurant
Dim sum and banquet meals are always good here.
Yelp
428 Barber Lane
408-922-2700

Nutrition House
Medium sized, northern style chinese food. lots of sizzling platters, decent quality, massive servings and more then fair pricing. Left of Hot Pot City.
496 Barber Ln.
408-428-9285

Ocean Pearl Restaurant
Authentic Hong Kong style This is a relatively new HK style restaurant with good roasted pig and duck, BBQ pork and other dishes like won ton , congee , stir fry beef , hoi Nam chicken , lobster noodles, etc. They have excellent service and very good prices.
206 Barber Ct.
408-955-9666

Panda Express
Chinese fast food chain. Offers catering.
70 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-946-8818

The Porridge – Mei Garden
The freshness, taste, and digestibility of this food makes it seem like home-cooking, even if nobody in your home ever cooks bitter melon or seaweed.
1706 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-935-9369

QQ Noodle
No-frills Asian kitchen serving up vegetarian & meat-based plates & soups with handmade noodles.
416 Barber Ln.
408-894-9171

Shanghai Delight
Chinese. Menu only.
218 Barber Ct.
408-434-6888

Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks
Casual, counter-serve cafe serving fried chicken, rice combos & other Taiwanese street snacks
522 Barber Ln.
408-922-7271

酸爽一碗-Suanlafen Noodles
Yelp. Ate here 3 times, hasn’t disappoint yet. Caution: you have to like the extremely sour & spicy soup to like their noodles. No service provided at all.
662 Barber Ln.
408-571-0888

Top Cafe
We pride ourselves on offering high quality Hong Kong- and Cantonese-styled cuisine at an affordable cost. We believe that our passion for good food brings happiness to our neighbors, families, and community members. Open until 3am.
650 Barber Ln.
408-922-0382

Shanghai Delight
Yelp reviews. Seems to be well-liked. Good food and low prices.
218 Barber Court
408-434-6888

South Legend Sichuan Restaurant
Yelp. After walking in circles at the Great Mall and working up an appetite, Lily directed us to South Legend Sichuan Restaurant in Milpitas. She made sure we were all okay with spicy food before she decided on a place.
1720 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-934-3970

Taipei Cafe
You used to have to go to SF for this kind of Taiwanese cooking. Fresh food, low prices. The restaurant sells Hakka-style food.
568 N Abel St.
408-586-8885

Taiwanese Porridge Kingdom
Snug counter serve offering porridge, dumplings & other standard Chinese dishes in a mellow setting.
1706 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-383-9888

Xian Kitchen
Yelp. First time here. My prediction. Is that this restaurant will not be around for long. The dishes are cater mostly for ancient taste buds. If they some key changes it may survive! “The beef soup is the only saving grace.” Beef is tough.
300 Barber Ct.
408-526-1500

Wi-Fi – Wireless Internet Access Points

According to Yelp, these are the best spots for free public wi-fi in Milpitas, CA. Most are restaurants, where you would be expected to order, but the public library is in the list, too.

Welcome to the GoMilpitas High-Tech Wi-Fi page! While we focus on providing insights into Wi-Fi technology and services in the Milpitas area, we also want to highlight some of the best local spots where you can enjoy reliable internet access. Whether you’re working remotely, studying, or simply browsing, check out top-rated restaurants with great Wi-Fi for a productive meal or cozy cafes perfect for getting online. Don’t forget to visit the Milpitas Library, a fantastic place with free Wi-Fi and a quiet atmosphere for work or learning. Stay connected and explore the best places in Milpitas to combine productivity with convenience!

Bayleaf Tea
“The cheese foam and the strawberry crumble offered contrasting textures making the drink enjoyable.”
367 Cypress Dr.
(669) 252-9423

K On the Go
“Whether you’re craving a flaky croissant, hazelnut mousse, or a refreshing iced green tea, K Cafe has you covered.”
261 W Calaveras Blvd
(408) 905-7979

Milpitas Public Library
Borrow books. Use public computers or your own.
160 N Main St
(408) 262-1171

i-Tea
Teas and food. Boba shop.
760 E Calaveras Blvd
(408) 262-2988

Paris Baguette
Cakes, a variety of breads and pastries.
249 W Calaveras Blvd
(408) 263-0404

Peet’s Coffee
Caffes, teas, and chai.
543 E Calaveras Blvd, left of Safeway in Town Center.
(408) 416-0700

RĀW Superfood Café
Acai Bowls, Superfood Smoothies, Avocado Toasts, Sandwiches, Burgers, Breakfast item. 100%
Plant-based.
1679 N Milpitas Blvd
408-647-7405

Teasociety
Tea Room · Asian Restaurant in Beresford Shopping Center.
55 N Milpitas Blvd
(408) 708-4772

Teaspoon
Boba Shop
201 W Calaveras Blvd
(408) 770-3675

Guides to Silicon Valley Civic Networks

Before Google Local, small cities relied on such guides to Silicon Valley and else where. The project was called civic networking, and GoMilpitas was one of these very early civic network sites. Many civic networks still exist, each giving a unique view of their local scene in a way Google cannot.

Civic Networking
Civic Networks: Building Community on the Net
By Scott London

About Civic Networking

Zeise’s site is a one-woman operation that’s truly a grass-roots effort. Zeise, who believes a community guide can’t be done properly unless its creator lives in the town it covers, attends Chamber of Commerce meetings and watches city council meetings on television. by Deborah Kong, Mercury News. Read whole article.

The primary aim of this site, GoMilpitas.com, is not to make a significant profit, just enough to pay its bills. The ads pay the bills…just. The whole point of this site is to encourage all of us to work with each other, to connect to make purchases or exchange ideas with each other, and to make Milpitas a truly great small city. No local concern is ever charged for a link on this site, but some businesses may wish to appear on multiple pages, and we are set up to place their ads at a reasonable price.

GoMilpitas.com is under extreme competition from search engines like Google Local and review sites like Yelp, both of which have done their best to kill community networks where locals can determine what the most useful resources are in their towns. This is why I encourage you all to use the links you find on this site to explore resources that interest you in Milpitas. Use this page to look for things in other nearby cities. Support community networks everywhere rather than Google or Yelp. Tell the businesses you connect to that you found their resource on GoMilpitas.com, and drop a plug to advertise on the site so it can stay vibrant.

The Community Network Movement
Realizing that communication and information are increasingly dependent on networked digital information, community activists all over the world ­ often in collaboration with government agencies, non-profits, or businesses ­ are developing community computer network systems.

Central Silicon Valley Civic Networks

Campbell
City site has many features of a good community website.

Cupertino
Mayor Sandra James says the entire community works together to provide the kind of community everyone desires. “Partnerships are what we [in Cupertino] are all about.”

Explore Milpitas
An attempt to rebuild GoMilpitas.com from scratch. Looks pretty, but lacks significant content.

East Palo Alto
For most of its history, East Palo Alto was part of unincorporated San Mateo County. As such, it did not have an official boundary until it incorporated in 1983.

Los Gatos, California, USA
Helpful information for travelers and visitors is available, including maps of the area, pictures of the town, and lists of businesses with contact information. Interesting facts have been collected to provide you with “inside information.” You can even check the weather!

Palo Alto Online
Things to do and places to go in lovely Palo Alto.

San José
City government’s website.

San Jose Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is the largest business organization serving the Silicon Valley.

San Jose.com
San Jose retains the small town heart of its orchard days when, it has been said, the only chips contemplated were left behind by wandering cattle. Metro’s website.

San Jose Convention & Visitors Bureau
Complete information on attractions, visitor travel and upcoming events in San Jose, California.

San Jose Downtown Association
The heart of Silicon Valley is experiencing a renaissance of culture and commerce. The 11th largest city in the United States has a world-class downtown. Come see for yourself.

Santa Clara
Whether you are new to Santa Clara, or a long time resident or business, our Web site is designed to help you learn about services provided by the City, and where you can obtain additional details.

Sunnyvale
Known as the “Heart of Silicon Valley,” Sunnyvale combines the advantages of an attractive suburban setting, a diverse population, metropolitan cultural opportunities, and a dynamic high-technology industrial foundation.

The Penninsula (San Mateo County)

Coastside 365
Half Moon Bay Coastside’s directory including El Granada, Moss Beach, Montara, San Gregorio, La Honda & Pescadero.

Los Altos
Tree lined streets and a small village atmosphere characterize Los Altos which is located in the heart of world famous Silicon Valley. Just 40 miles south of San Francisco, Los Altos is a residential community served by seven small retail areas. The seven square mile city is developed with small businesses, schools, libraries and churches.

Los Altos Hills
The Town of Los Altos Hills is located in the Northern portion of California’s Santa Clara County, situated between San Francisco and San Jose, just Southwest of Stanford University (Palo Alto, California).

Millbrae
The City of Millbrae is located on the Peninsula, 15 miles south of San Francisco. Chamber Site.

Montara
Surfers’ paradise located just north of Half Moon Bay on the coast just south of San Francisco.

Portola Valley
Home to 4400 people living in 1500 households, Portola Valley, California sits in a green and golden valley, astride one of the most dangerous earthquake faults in the world.

San Francisco Peninsula
Gorgeous natural scenery, attractions, showplace homes and colorful fields and gardens offer a feast for the eyes. All this, plus fine dining, entertainment, shopping and accommodations to fit every budget, make San Mateo County the place for a memorable California meeting or vacation.

San Mateo
City services and events. Official city site.

San Mateo County
Our purpose in County government is to protect and enhance the health, safety, welfare and natural resources of the community.

South Skyline Association
The purpose of the South Skyline Association is to foster a sense of community spirit, to keep residents and property owners informed of public agency actions or other items of concern in the South Skyline sphere of influence.

South End

Gilroy Visitors Site
Gilroy, California is famous as the Garlic Capital of the World, hosting the annual Gilroy Garlic Festival. Gilroy gives visitors a friendly, small town character with affordable places to stay, great restaurants, wineries, breweries, world-class shopping at Gilroy Premium Outlets factory stores, attractions and recreational opportunities for the whole family.

Hollister
Somethings almost always shaking in Hollister, but this lively community site makes you want to move in anyways. San Benito County.

Morgan Hill
With a population of 33,000, Morgan Hill is located just south of Silicon Valley. Combining great country living with well-known manufacturing and research firms, Morgan Hill prides itself as the “Small town that’s big on business”. Here is the Chamber Site.

South Alameda County

Livermore / Pleasanton & Tri-Valley
eLivermore.com / ePleasanton.org is a community service of Holy Cross Lutheran Church providing information and links to the Livermore and Tri-Valley areas.

Newark
Newark is located in Silicon Valley on the east side of San Francisco Bay. Part of one of the most dynamic urban areas in the world, Newark has maintained a strong and proud spirit rooted in community values.

Sunol.net
Disclamer: This web site is non-commercial and the sole property of Derek Johnson. Nobody pays me to put anything in it. I’ll add what I want, whenever I feel like it (or get around to it, whichever comes last). I disclaim any knowlege of what I am talking about.

Monterey Bay Area

Monterey – Explore
Once a hub of industry, the centerpiece of Monterey–Cannery Row–has been famously revitalized into a complex of world-class restaurants, hip boutiques, and trendy bars.

Santa Cruz City
Located on the sunny side of the beautiful Monterey Bay, 74 miles south of San Francisco. On this site, you will find information about City government, City departments, services, and programs.

Santa Cruz County
Many members of the Santa Cruz area have their own websites as part of “cruzio.com.”

Santa Cruz County
Official county website. Explore our majestic redwood forests and vibrant cityscapes. Taste our fresh cuisine and fine wines. Experience our rich history, acclaimed arts, and year-round events for everyone. In Santa Cruz County, our beaches are just the beginning!

California Community Websites

Berkeley Parents Civic Network
This web site contains thousands of pages of recommendations and advice from the Berkeley Parents Network, a parent-to-parent advice newsletter for the community of parents in the Berkeley, California area. Not limited to just Berkeley.

Davis Community Civic Network
Community resources for this college town in the Sacramento Valley.

East County Live
Civic network that serves Antioch, Pittsburg, Oakley, Brentwood, Byron and Discovery Bay.

Los Banos
Now a Facebook group with regular postings.

Napa Valley
Visit wine country. Covers Calistoga, St.Helena, Oakville/Rutherford, Yountville, Napa and Outlying Areas.

Petaluma Visitors
Locate things to do, and particpate in their many discussion boards. Vote on hot topics!

Point Richmond Online
Neighborhood site to bring a community together.

California Community Networks

There are a good number of free and low cost community networks in California.

KCBXnet formerly SLO Net
SLONET Regional Information Network – San Luis Obispo and northern Santa Barbara counties in California. Site has excellent internet use training course materials available.

Mendocino Community Network
A civic network owned and operated by the Mendocino Unified School District for the purpose of supporting our District’s Internet Node and to benefit our local and global communities. MCN price for residential basic DSL service is now just $14.99 for the first six months. Service now available in the Sacramento, Monterey, Salinas, Chico, Chowchilla, Stockton and LA areas! In the fall DSL is coming to the Kelseyville/Upperlake area.

Napa Net
Offers internet services to residents of Napa, California, including DSL services and virus-free email.

Silicon Valley Public Access Link
A non-profit computer network which makes on-line information accessible to people living in the Silicon Valley regardless of financial status and educational level.

Silicon Valley Unwired
Ten years ago, Milpitas’ free municipal wireless Internet system was a novel idea involving state-of-the-art technology that sought to provide greater web access to the community. A decade later, Milpitas’ citywide Wi-Fi system and its attendant equipment is still in place but now sits mostly unused.

SonicNet
A low-cost ISP as well as a comunity information website for those in Sonoma, California.

Milpitas Hotels

Finding hotels, motels, or extended stay accommodations in or near Milpitas couldn’t be easier! Look for discounted hotel rates, room availability and reserve right here.

Near Fremont

Marriott Residence Inn
1501 California Circle
This hotel features mini-apartment-like suites for long stays.
(408) 941-9222

South Side
Near 880, Montague Expy, south McCarthy Blvd. and San Jose

Element San Jose Milpitas
521 Alder Drive
The brand is a standout in the extended-stay segment with bright modern design, eco-conscious standards and an innovative guest experience that resonates with today’s traveler.
(408) 435-9910

Sonesta Silicon Valley
1820 Barber Lane
Has an atmosphere of a comfortable “home away from home” … with an award winning chef on staff!
(408) 943-9080

Sheraton San Jose
1801 Barber Lane
Is actually in Milpitas. Close to “Golden Triangle,” it caters to needs of the business traveler.
(408) 943-0600

Near the Great Mall, Montague Expy and San Jose
Convenient for shoppers, those doing business with the Great Mall, and close enough to new BART station to walk.

Courtyard Milpitas Silicon Valley
1480 Falcon Drive
A Marriott Hotel for business travelers. Special for Great Mall weekend shoppers and other weekend visitors.
(408) 719-1966

TownePlace Suites Milpitas Silicon Valley
1428 Falcon Drive
Guests can now visit the Great America Theme Park for free while enjoying Marriott accommodations and amenities. Extended stay for long-term business travelers. Pets welcome. Offers special Great Mall Of The Bay Area rates.
(408) 719-1959

West Side
McCarthy Ranch Shopping Center, North of 237 and West of 880

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose/Milpitas
30 Ranch Dr.
Convenient to Cisco, KLA Tencor and Western Digital.
(408) 719-1313

Larkspur Landing Milpitas
40 Ranch Dr.
For those staying longer.
(408) 719-1212

Near Milpitas Square Shopping Center, South of 237 and West of 880
Convenient to Cisco, KLA Tencor and Western Digital.

Sonesta San Jose
777 Bellew Dr. (South side of 237)
Has large conference facilities. For the technically curious, they have an automated butler to bring you stuff.
(408) 321-9500

Extended Stay America
330 Cypress Dr.
Pet-friendly rooms available. On-premise coin-operated laundry facility.
408-433-9700

Hampton Inn Milpitas
215 Barber Lane
Accessible hotel rooms.
(408) 428-9090

Staybridge Suites
321 Cypress Drive
Designed for the business traveler, we can shuttle you to work and pick you up again. Outdoor pool.
(408) 383-9500

Central Milpitas
Near W. Calaveras Rd. and East of 880

Best Western Plus Brookside
400 Valley Way
Dog-friendly, pool. Right next to 880, so easy to find.
(408) 263-5566

Days Inn Milpitas
270 South Abbott Avenue
Across the street from FedEx. Tucked in from busy streets, so rooms a little quieter.
(408) 946-8889

Heritage Inn – Silicon Valley
378 W. Calaveras Blvd.
Easy access to freeways, shopping and restaurants, complimentary Wi-Fi and outdoor pool.
(408) 263-0500

Main Street

Americas Best Value Inn
485 S. Main St.
Designed for the traveler who is looking for a luxurious room at an economy price. Closest to Elwood Jail.
(408) 946-8383

Milpitas Inn
66 S. Main St.
In heart of revitalized Main St., Milpitas.
(408) 262-7666

East Side
Near 680 and E. Calaveras Blvd.

A few blocks from the Milpitas Town Center and civic buildings.

Executive Inn Hotel
95 Dempsey Rd.
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley convenient to major hi-tech companies, shopping at the Great Mall and within walking distance of many restaurants. Review.
(408) 262-5400

Embassy Suites Milpitas Silicon Valley
901 E. Calaveras
Noted for its interior courtyard and fine restaurant. Choose east facing room for view of the mountains.
(408) 942-0400

Vietnamese Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

There’s nothing quite so comforting as some hot Vietnamese pho on a rainy day. Vietnamese home-style cooking is often the best buy for a filling meal.

Anh Hong Saigon
Menu. The entire restaurant seemed to be packed with Vietnamese families when we walked in on a Sunday night. It was noisy and felt very homey right up until closing.
Yelp
233 W Calaveras Blvd
408-946-9046

BBH Noodle
Yelp. “The Bun Bo here is so delicious! I love their broth. It’s so rich and full of flavors.”
1203 E Calaveras Blvd.
408-263-8985

Com Tam Thien Huong
Yelp reviews. “I love broken rice dishes even if my mom makes it from time to time at home.”
41 Serra Way
669-235-5132

New Pho Saigon Noodle & Grill Restaurant
Facebook. Our versatile menu showcases a range of Chinese-Vietnamese delicacies, with an emphasis on our specialty: soup.
1770 Clear Lake Ave
408-262-1688

Pho Hoang Van
Yelp. “The food here is brilliant. Pho Hoang Van is clean, spacious, welcoming with a friendly staff and has some mighty tasty food!” It changes names and menus every couple of years. Phone number stays the same.
72 S. Park Victoria Dr.
408-946-1937

Pho Nguyen
Yelp. My go-to spot in Milpitas for Pho. Soups and rice plates are muy bien.
275 W Calaveras Blvd
408-945-5909

Pho Saigon Noodle House
You won’t find better value in pho anywhere else. We’ve been around for many years and you can depend on us for great meals. Open until 3am.
1455 Landess Ave.
408-263-8936

Pho Thin  Hanoi
We create and cook flavorful and delectable Vietnamese dishes based on traditional recipes and wholesome, and organic ingredients – all made with real passion.
41 Serra Way # 106
408-649-6027

Truong Thanh Vietnamese Restaurant
Yelp reviews. Vietnamese home-style cooking. We’re even open till 2 am on the weekends (Friday & Saturday) to fulfill your appetites after a night out on the town.
680 Barber Lane
408-383-0886

Tung Kee Noodle House
Fast food. Inexpensive and plentiful.
481 E Calaveras Blvd
408-263-8288
and
1792 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-935-9888

See also ~ Sandwiches – Deli & Vietnamese Sandwiches in Milpitas
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!

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Calendars of Events In and Near Milpitas

Are you looking for something fun or entertaining or enlightening to do this month? Here are calendars of events from South Bay organizations that list their activities online.

Milpitas Calendars

***GoMilpitas Event List***
View numerous events posted on GoMilpitas. Do you have an event you’d like to list? Either email or call our webmaster, Ann Zeise. Community members are invited to submit Milpitas non-profit events open to all in the Go Milpitas Group on Facebook.

Big Dog Vineyards
Select Events by month. Calendar of Wine Tasting – usually first weekend in warm-weather months – and concerts.

Chamber of Commerce
Parties, mixers, forums, luncheons and more.

City of Milpitas Meetings Calendar
City Council and Commission meetings. Watch streaming city meetings here. During the live meeting, comments in writing may be submitted for Public Forum at the beginning of the City Council or Commission meeting, or for a public hearing or a listed item on the agenda, via this form, and the comments can be read aloud for the public record.

City Special Events Calendar
Outline of special events scheduled on the City Calendar. See the Full calendar which includes all city meetings, such as city council and commission meetings as well.

Community Library Events
Programs and events for toddlers, school-aged children, teens, adults and seniors held at the Milpitas Community Library.

Community Organization Meetings
We have many community organizations, many of which welcome visitors to their meetings and social events.

Eventbrite: Things to do in Milpitas
See what’s going on in our sunny city!

Humane Society Events
Playgroups for dog owners. Summer camps for pet-loving kids. Training for dogs. Orientation for owning a cat. Spay/Neuter clinics, etc.

India Community Center: Calendar
Events, classes, workshops, meetings and more.

Recreation Department Calendar
Concerts, Movies, Pool Parties and more!

Calendars in Nearby Places

Around Town Events
NBC3/KNTV-11 sponsors a wide variety of events in the South Bay. Here’s what’s coming up soon.

Bay Area Orienteering Club Event Schedule
We’ve gone orienteering with this group for several years now at Bay Area parks. Object is, with a map and compass, to locate ‘controls’ and not get lost. For local club, change “All Meetings” to “BOAC.”

Bay Area Parent Events Calendar
Silicon Valley events and activities of interest to families.

Children’s Discovery Museum
Special programs on opened days at this favorite place for the younger set.

Eventful – Things To Do in San Jose, CA
Books, Celebrities, Comics and Games, Restaurants, Events, Eye, Horoscopes, Movies, Local theaters, Videos/DVDs, Music, Concert venues, Nightlife, Performing Arts, Performance venues, TV, Local attractions, Visual Arts.

Fremont Chamber of Commerce Calendar
Check this page for upcoming chamber events in our neighboring city to the north.

Meetups within 2 miles of Milpitas City Center
For today and the next couple of days. (Note: Meetup not always accurate about the mileage to the meetings they list, so double check location.)

SanJose.com Events
To be listed in the Calendar, create an account and list here.

Palo Alto Online’s Master Community Calendar for the Midpeninsula
Instantly find out what is going on around the Midpeninsula. Palo Alto Online has the most complete calendar listings, drawn from three Midpeninsula newspapers — the Palo Alto Weekly, The Almanac and Mountain View Voice — and made them more comprehensive, up-to-date and easier to search.

San Jose Convention & Visitors Bureau
General Visitors Information and Events.

Santa Clara Calendar of Events
From the visitors bureau.

Santa Clara County Parks Calendar of Events
Take hikes with a ranger to discover plants and animals and locations of historical significance.

Stanford Featured Events Calendar
Lectures, readings and talks to which all are invited.
Also check out their other calendars by event type, such as Performances, or Exhibits.

Sunnyvale Downtown Events
Encourages visitors to downtown Sunnyvale.

UCSC “Prof and a Pint” Lecture Series
A new series of informal discussions served over dinner and drinks at Forager Tasting Room and Eatery in the booming SOFA district of San Jose. Future talks will be held on the second Monday of each month and include everything from organic artichokes to endangered zebras, self-driving cars to Shakespeare. All are welcome.

Mexican Food Restaurants

While some Milpitas Mexican food restaurants are large chains, there are some fabulous family-owned places with authentic Mexican cuisine.


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Silicon Valley Mexican Restaurants
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mexican food

Burrito Express
A favorite with the high school crowd. “The food is muy excellentee. Not just burritos but lots of other Mexican dishes.”
275 Jacklin Rd.
408-263-7204

Casa Azteca
From irresistible chips and authentic salsa to famous enchiladas, Casa Azteca has continued to impress its customers from the beginning. Closed Mondays.
20 N Abel Street
408-946-0466

Chipotle Mexican Grill
You can get a burrito delivered to your door, if you can stop by.
246 Great Mall Dr
408-935-9254

El Torito’s
Wednesdays get one kid’s meal for $1 with each adult meal.
477 East Calaveras
408-946-8012

La Milpa
Reviews. If you are short on time and want to experience good Mexican food, La Milpa is your place. Facebook.
107 North Milpitas Blvd.
408-945-6540

Mi Rancherita
Yelp reviews. “My favorite place for a burrito ever. They make them perfectly and I will drive from San Jose just to get a burrito here. The Carne asada is so awesome and even the tacos are delicious.”
51 S Park Victoria Dr
408-263-0308

On The Border
We do things a little differently. Located in McCarthy Ranch.
260 Ranch Dr.
408-935-6070

Royal Taco
Home to the California Burrito, a specialty in Northern California.
1469 Landess Avenue
408-946-2197

Sea Link
High Mexican Cuisine. Cuban specialties. Ask anybody in Milpitas where you can get a good sandwich, and many will reply with three words: Sea Link Cafe. ~ Milpitas Beat Review.
187 S Main St.
408-493-6383

Taco Bell
Check out their nutrition guide. Three locations: S. Park Victoria, Main St., and 880 & Dixon Landing.

Taqueria Las Vegas
Taqueria Las Vegas
Voted best of Milpitas 10 years in a row. Featuring the best Carne Asada Fries in northern California.
1417 North Milpitas Boulevard
408-262-2415

Taqueria Los Cunados
Yelp Reviews. Authentic Mexican food. Website has become insecure.
186 Ranch Drive
408-262-0844

California History Overview

Milpitas once had an encampment of Ohlone Indians. Two adobe rancheros still stand from the early days of the Spanish. An early motto was “As goes Milpitas, so goes the State!” For centuries, Milpitas has often taken the lead in new ways of living and governance. If you want to live in the City of the Future, with a lively part in California history, too, come live in Milpitas.

About Milpitas

The Milpitas Historical Society
General meeting is the second Wednesday of each month, 7 PM, in the assembly room of the Milpitas Community Library.


A History of Main Street: A Trip Through Historic Milpitas
A live presentation with Host: Bill Hare, President and Speaker: Joseph Ehardt, Research Docent, Educational Outreach Program. This special presentation was held on Saturday, December 19, 2020, on Facebook and Zoom.

Milpitas: A look back
Outline of Milpitas History from the Mercury News story published on Aug. 27, 2006.

Portuguese Pioneers in Milpitas
Settlers from the Azores, a group of islands west of Portugal, began coming to California in Gold Rush times, and later for the economic opportunities. As they encouraged families and friends to join them, they became an important element in California and in the Santa Clara Valley as hard-working farmers and land owners.

About California

California History and Culture – State Symbols
Here’s where you find all that information for that state report, like state bird or flower.

California History
A major collection of documents from and about California’s rich history. The documents range from books, maps, newspapers, and periodicals, to pictorial materials (including daguerreotypes, lithographs, stereographs, and paintings) and ephemera (such as posters, programs, pamphlets, and sheet music).

California History Online
Lovely California Historical Society website includes geographic information, California natives, early explorers, to modern times.

California as I Saw It: First-Person Narratives of California’s Early Years, 1849 to 1900
The collection covers the dramatic decades between the Gold Rush and the turn of the twentieth century. It captures the pioneer experience; encounters between Anglo-Americans and the diverse peoples who had preceded them; the transformation of the land by mining, ranching, agriculture, and urban development; the often-turbulent growth of communities and cities; and California’s emergence as both a state and a place of uniquely American dreams.

Heyday Books
Publishing books about California history, culture, and literature.


Mark Hylkema: California during the Spanish and Mexican Colonial Periods
Mark begins with the first Spanish explorers conquering the Aztecs, and tells about the Portolá expedition in 1769, when California suddenly went from prehistory to history, like “the flip of a switch.”

Santa Clara County Historical Landmarks
My mother used to call these hunks of stone with metal plaques “Hysterical Landmarks” because so often there is nothing left at the site but the stone! But you’ll find one at the garage where H-P got started and where Noyce invented his first semiconductor. None in Milpitas…hmmmm.

Historical Figures in Early California

Cabrillo
On June 27, 1542, an explorer under Spanish command, named Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, left the port of Navidad on the Pacific Coast of what is now Mexico and headed north.

Juan Bautista de Anza
Juan Bautista de Anza was the first European to establish an overland route from Mexico, through the Sonoran Desert, to the Pacific coast of California. New World Spanish explorers had been seeking such a route through the Desert Southwest for more than two centuries.

Governors of California
A tribute to the individuals who have served as chief executive of the State of California from 1849 to present.

Notable People of Milpitas
The “Notable People” project adds to our knowledge about the history of Milpitas. For more information, please click on a link located on the right sidebar of the Historical Society’s page.

History of Russian America
So moved was Rezanov by the misery of the colonists that he purchased a vessel from Americans in Alaska and sailed to San Francisco Bay early in 1806 to purchase grain and, if possible, to establish trade relations with the Spanish in Upper California on a continuing basis.

Sir Francis Drake
The British explorer, Sir Francis Drake, sailed up the coast of California in 1579. Could he have discovered Milpitas?

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