Restaurant | Cuisine | Address | Opened |
|---|---|---|---|
Dar Restaurant and Bar | Mediterranean / Moroccan / Levant | 11 College Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030 | May 1, 2026 (newest on this list |
Ambrosia India Bistro | North Indian | 133 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030 | March 22, 2024 |
Breaking Dawn Brunch | Vietnamese-American / Pan-Asian brunch | 160 W Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030 | February 15, 2024 |
Ritual at Manresa | Rotating monthly guest-chef residency | 320 Village Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030 | January 17, 2024 (first residency) |
Los Gatos Parkside | Farm-to-table / New American | 145 W Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030 | 2023 (exact month unconfirmed across sources) |
Omee J 2 | Fast-casual Korean-Japanese fusion bowls | 5391 Prospect Rd, San Jose, CA 95129 | Not published in any available source |
Restaurants to try in and near Los Gatos
Dar Restaurant and Bar
Dar Restaurant and Bar is Los Gatos' newest opening on this list, with its grand opening held May 1, 2026, atop the Soda Works Plaza. Founded by the Shaqir brothers, who also run Tamra Mediterranean Grill in Saratoga, Dar blends Moroccan, Middle Eastern, and Californian influences, with dishes like moussaka and whole branzino alongside handcrafted cocktails. The restaurant is tucked just off Main Street with a redwood-shaded garden patio.
- Address: 11 College Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
- Phone: (408) 827-4400
- Hours: Mon Closed, Tue-Thu 11:30am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10:00pm, Sun 11:30am-9:00pm
Ambrosia India Bistro
Ambrosia India Bistro brought its North Indian menu to downtown Los Gatos on March 22, 2024, taking over the space that had housed a Vietnamese restaurant for a decade. It's the chain's fifth location, alongside two in Monterey, one in Aptos, and one in Scotts Valley; Monterey County Weekly has named the original the county's best Indian restaurant for 16 consecutive years. Expect tandoori specialties, curries, and dedicated vegetarian and vegan options.
- Address: 133 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
- Phone: (408) 827-4339
- Hours: Sun-Thu 11:30am-2:45pm & 4:00-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-2:45pm & 4:00-9:30pm
Breaking Dawn Brunch
Breaking Dawn Brunch had its official ribbon-cutting on February 15, 2024, bringing a Vietnamese-American, Pan-Asian-inspired brunch concept to Main Street, known for a lively DJ-driven weekend atmosphere and dishes like its "Burgerbots" burger. Founder Elizabeth Truong brought decades of fast-casual dining experience to the concept, which the town's mayor helped celebrate at its opening.
- Address: 160 W Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
- Phone: (669) 297-8888
- Hours: Mon Closed, Tue-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-3:00pm
Ritual at Manresa
After chef David Kinch closed his three-Michelin-star Manresa at the end of 2022, the space reopened as Ritual at Manresa on January 17, 2024: a rotating monthly residency where a different Michelin-starred guest chef takes over the kitchen, with Kinch acting as culinary ambassador. The first residency featured Chef Ángel León of Spain's three-Michelin-star Aponiente; later residencies have included chefs from New York's Atomix and Brazil's Alex Atala. Reservations are limited (48 seats nightly) and prices start around $450 per person, so book ahead.
- Address: 320 Village Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030
- Phone: (408) 827-4048
- Format: monthly rotating guest-chef residency; hours and pricing vary by residency
Los Gatos Parkside
Los Gatos Parkside opened in 2023 (sources disagree on the exact month) directly across from Town Plaza Park and the Sunday farmers market, in the space once occupied by Boulanger at the corner of West Main and Montebello Way. Chef Noe Briseno's farm-to-table menu focuses on organic, locally sourced ingredients: think gazpacho, avocado bruschetta, crab cakes, and steak frites, with outdoor patio seating year-round.
- Address: 145 W Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
- Phone: (408) 560-0099
- Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-9:00pm, Fri 11:30am-10:00pm, Sat 10:00am-10:00pm, Sun 10:00am-9:00pm
Omee J 2
Omee J 2, just north of Los Gatos in San Jose, is a fast-casual Korean-Japanese fusion spot specializing in fully customizable protein bowls: pick a base, proteins like spicy pork or steak, and toppings such as seaweed salad or tempura flakes. Its exact opening date isn't published anywhere we could find, but it's counter-service, not a sit-down restaurant with a bar — a quick, healthy option for diners craving Asian flavors.
- Address: 5391 Prospect Rd, San Jose, CA 95129
- Phone: (408) 320-2511
- Hours: Daily 11:00am-8:00pm
These recently opened restaurants add to Los Gatos' vibrant culinary scene, from a fast-casual poke-style bowl shop to a Michelin-pedigreed pop-up residency. Whether you're craving innovative cuisine, comforting brunch classics, or international flavors, you'll find something to satisfy your appetite in and around Los Gatos.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the newest restaurant in Los Gatos?
As of mid-2026, Dar Restaurant and Bar is the newest, with its grand opening on May 1, 2026. Ambrosia India Bistro (March 22, 2024), Breaking Dawn Brunch (February 15, 2024), and Ritual at Manresa (January 17, 2024) all opened within about ten weeks of each other in early 2024.
What happened to Manresa in Los Gatos?
Chef David Kinch closed his three-Michelin-star restaurant Manresa at the end of 2022. On January 17, 2024, the space reopened as Ritual at Manresa, a rotating monthly residency where a different guest chef takes over the kitchen each month.
Where can I get a quick, healthy meal near Los Gatos?
Omee J 2 in San Jose, just north of Los Gatos, is a fast-casual counter-service spot offering fully customizable Korean-Japanese fusion protein bowls — a quicker option than the area's sit-down restaurants.
