If you were to list the essentials of an ideal restaurant, they would include not only delicious food and drink combined with great service at affordable prices, but also a convivial atmosphere in which to enjoy them. San Jose’s Mosaic, located in the historic Four Points by Sheraton hotel in downtown San Jose, supplies all of these ingredients. Start with its sophisticated, modern design and tempting Asia-inspired Euro-American cuisine; toss in a lively lounge featuring signature cocktails along with imaginatively selected wine and beer offerings; then add an outdoor patio garden with not just one but two bocce ball courts, and the result is an unbeatable recipe for an enjoyable evening.

Executive Chef Albert Nguyen-Phuoc’s original entrees feature fresh local ingredients and include fusion twists such as seared halibut with green papaya, mango, cilantro, tomato gratin and port tamarind, and Asian barbecue ribs with daikon sprouts, carrots and Hoi Sin sauce. The menu also offers a variety of steaks, chicken and other seafood dishes, while those in search of lighter fare can select from a sandwich menu as well as a separate list of enticing “Bar Side Eats”—from hot and spicy wings and vegetarian quesadillas to Mosaic nachos and grilled flatbread pizza. An alluring array of house-made sweet treats tops off your meal.

When your dinner finally winds down, the last thing the hospitable staff would do is rush you out the door. Feel free to migrate to the lounge, where you can linger with your favorite beverage or enjoy DJ music and dancing on the weekends. Last but not least, if you’re looking for a venue for a private party or business meeting, be sure to keep Mosaic in mind. Along with its fine food, service, scintillating décor and easily accessed location, Mosaic’s large dining area, private dining room and outdoor garden with bocce ball courts—even an adjacent bar—make it a uniquely appealing spot for social as well as working get-togethers.   -DL

DETAILS:

Dinner: Mon-Sun, 5-10. Happy Hour: 5-7 with 50% off cocktails and $5 appetizers; Tues: $2 tequila.

Dancing: Fri-Sat with DJ in the lounge.

Catering and private parties/business meetings available.

Parking validation available for up to three hours at S. First St. & San Carlos St.

LOCATION/INFO:

Four Points by Sheraton Hotel
211 S. First St., San Jose
(408) 282-8888
www.mosaicsanjoseca.com