Photograph by Chad Pilster

China Palace was among dozens of local restaurants participating in last year's Dancing on the Avenue.




Dining in Willow Glen

Coffeeshops

Bill's Cafe
1115 Willow St., 408.294.1125.

Cardinal Coffee Shop & Lounge
All-American food available at all hours. 3197 Meridian Ave., 408.269.7891.

Ed's Fine Food
The price is right, and so is the location. 940 Willow St., 408.294.0794.

John's Xlnt Foods
Diner fare is augmented by Mediterranean touches. 1238 Lincoln Ave., 408.998.1440.

Three Flames Restaurant
Carries the torch for coffeeshop traditions with pride. 1547 Meridian Ave., 408.269.3133.

Marie Callender's
No mom, but plenty of apple pie. 2831 Meridian Ave., 408.265.7130.

Chinese, Indian and Thai

China Palace
A plethora of vegetarian dishes distinguish this palace of delights. 1346 Lincoln Ave., 408.298.2899.

Emperor's Garden
1181 Lincoln Ave., 408.286.9068.

Great Wall Chinese Restaurant
1409 Bird Ave., 408.287.1688.

Hunan's Garden Restaurant
2281 Lincoln Ave., 408.266.0499.

Mandarin Chili
860 Willow St., 408.289.8879.

Siam Square
Traditional sweet-sour-spicy Thai dishes. 1040 Willow St., 408.293.2268.

Sue's Indian Cuisine
Warm hospitality and fiery spices infuse Sue's southern Indian cuisine. 895 Willow St., 408.993.8730.

Taiwan Restaurant
This Willow Glen landmark serves Szechwan, Cantonese and Taiwanese specialties. 1306 Lincoln Ave., 408.289.8800.

Fast Food

Burger King
1165 Lincoln Ave., 408.947.8141.

Gourmet Pup
Corner of Bird and Minnesota avenues, 408.288.5642.

Jack-in-the-Box Family Restaurant
1075 Willow St., 408.947.1488.

Juicy Burger
1597 Meridian Ave., 408.723.5484.

Kentucky Fried Chicken
983 Meridian Ave., 408.293.5494.

Salt's esq Fish & Chips
905 Meridian Ave., 408.295.5419.





Photograph by Chad Pilster

La Villa Deli brought its goodies out of the cooler and into the street to fuel last year's Avenue dancers.




Italian and Pizza

Cafe Primavera
Fresh cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. 1359 Lincoln Ave., 408.297.7929.

Fratello's
Curl up with a good bottle of chianti and a Sicilian pie at this neighborhood joint. 1712-F Meridian Ave., 408.269.3801.

Giorgio's Italian Food & Pizzeria
Family-friendly Italian fare with generous portions and pizzas laden with goodies. 1445 Foxworthy Ave., 408.264.5781.

Giuseppe's
Traditional dishes served up in a relaxed yet elegant setting. 1072 Lincoln Ave., 408.292.4866.

Gioia
A newer Italian kid on the block, located in the Willow Glen Shopping Center. 2306 Almaden Road, 408.269.0230.

La Villa Deli
Italian treats from zuppa to noci. 1319 Lincoln Ave., 408.295.7851.

Mio Vicino
An outpost of Diane Rose's pasta-palace empire. 1140 Lincoln Ave. #8, 408.286.6027.

Round Table Pizza
A chain pizzeria--but honestly, the pies are pretty tasty. 1175 Lincoln Ave., 408.295.4644.

Willow Street Wood Fired Pizza
In addition to gourmet pizzas, the menu includes pasta, salads and changing specials. 1072 Willow St., 408.971.7080.

Mexican

Aqui Cal-Mex Grill
Mexican in basic ingredients (rice, beans, tortillas), but with many Pacific Rim currents swirling throughout the menu. 1145 Lincoln Ave., 408.995.0381.

El Herradero
Tacos and more to go, or to eat in the no-frills dining room. 1629 Meridian Ave., 408.265.1198.

Plaza Inn
Small in size but offers a full menu and bar. 1182 Lincoln Ave., 408.292.0132.

Sangria
This sit-down or takeout Mexican restaurant serves all the favorites, like its famous red and green salsas. 721 Lincoln Ave., 408.287.9777.

Taqueria El Abuelo
Friendly sit-down eatery serves Mexican favorites. 1005 Lincoln Ave., 408.293.4470.

Taqueria Mexicano
Unprepossessing diner dishes out Mexican food to shoppers and passersby. 1102 Bird Ave., 408.995.5354.

Taquería Tlaquepáque
All the usuals, plus superior salsa, margaritas and Mexican breakfasts. 2222 Lincoln Ave., 408.978.3665.

Miscellany

Coffee Cantata
Well-tempered caffeine comforts. 1712 Meridian Ave., 408.445.2224.

Creekside Inn
Surf and turf meet near the Guadalupe River. 544 W. Alma Ave., 408.289.9781.

Dick's Bakery
Longtime home of local flour power. 1593 Meridian Ave., 408.269.5212.

Dolce Spazio
Cool desserts and hot java. 1213 Lincoln Ave., 408.297.4244.

The Glen
Fine dining complemented by a full bar and full-on billiards action. 1180 Lincoln Ave., 408.288.9422.

Gunther's Restaurant and Catering
Hearty comfort food served cafeteria-style. 1601 Meridian Ave., 408.266.9022.

Jamba Juice
The '90s way to get juiced--complete with fresh fruits, vitamin supplements and frozen yogurt. 1140 Lincoln Ave., 408.795.1577.

Le Boulanger
Sandwiches, soups and--of course--plenty of French-accented pastries and breads. 1351 Lincoln Ave., 408.288.7095.

Manhattan Bagel
The first NYC-style bagelry in the Glen--and not the last. 1396 Lincoln Ave., 408.278.1396.

Noah's Bagels
Mostly straight-ahead NYC style, except for those bagel melts. 1140 Lincoln Ave., 408.298.8953.

Peet's
Sublime dark roasts and divine sweets. 1140 Lincoln Ave., 408.975.9281.

White Dove Cafe
Contemporary California and eclectic dishes, including seafood, salads and other entrees. 1167 Lincoln Ave., 408.280.5297.

Willow Glen Coffee Roasting Co.
Home of Minnesota Dark, Lincoln Light and other fine roasts, plus plenty of friendly ambiance. 1383 Lincoln Ave., 408.297.9077.

Starbucks
One of the early links in the chaining of Lincoln Avenue--but heck, those frappuccinos are tasty. 1396 Lincoln Ave., 408.298.5282.

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