71 Saint Peter
San Jose, CA 95110
Phone: (408) 971-8523
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-10pm, Sat 5pm-10pm
Message from 71 Saint Peter
Jewel in the crown of Downtown San Jose
- hearty creative food
- warm atmosphere
- private dining room & catering
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Editorial Review for 71 Saint Peter – by Laura Reiley
>The Scene
The weathered bricks and exposed beams give the small dining room a comfortable, lived-in feeling. The tiny kitchen, a fish bowl morphed with a gazebo, sits squarely in the middle of the dining room. 71 Saint Peter is strictly date material.
The Food
71 Saint Peter's prices are very reasonable, portions are big, and the clean, bright tastes of its contemporary Italian cuisine have many advocates. It bills itself as a Mediterranean grill, which shows a surprising lack of self-awareness. Grilled portobello mushrooms, seafood linguine, tomato bruschetta--this is clearly Italian food affected by the tastes and enthusiasms of Northern California. Grilled asparagus, anchovy-rich Caesar salad, and steamed clams top the appetizer list, and the short pasta list features nary a clunker.
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Insider Tips
One of Silicon Valley's BestNominated for best romantic restaurant for its great Italian food that features a strong Northern California influence.
Wine ListThe wine list is not long, but features extremely fair prices with a focus on low-end California Cabs and Merlots (the most expensive wine on the list is $65).
At the TankThis is a great place to stop before seeing a hockey match or other event at the San Jose Arena.
User Reviews for 71 Saint Peter
11/24/2007 Posted by hillaryam
A rare night away from our young children, m husband and I enjoyed the prix fix menu at 71 St. Peter. The service was excellent and parking was easy (garage across the street). The risotto was great, as was the filet mignon (amazing). We will go back soon.
Pros: prix fixe menu, service
08/05/2007 Posted by wbeeman
For a while last year, 71 St. Peter seemed to have faded a bit. The menu seemed a bit tired. I am happy to report that we went last night with four out-of-town guests, and were delighted by everything. The restaurant has come roaring back to the top of its game. Three of us ordered their imaginative summer five course tasting menu--every bite a culinary masterpiece, and a tremendous bargain at $32.00 with an equally great bargain of unusual wine pairings for each course at $18.00. The other members of our party had one of the restaurant's signature dishes--grilled duck, with duck confit, which arrived hot, crispy and extraordinarily flavorful. The entire meal was a treat, with superbly attentive service throughout. 71 St. Peter is unquestionably one of the finest restaurants in Northern California, and one of the great culinary bargains anywhere.
Pros: large, varied wine list; wonderful, imaginative food; great service, and ambiance
Cons: none. Our experience was delightful
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