Gombei Japanese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

1. Gombei Japanese Restaurant

8.1
193 Jackson St, San Jose, CA
Japanese Restaurant · Japantown · 34 tips and reviews

Arjun K.Arjun Kumar: It's cash only. I had the lunch combo (beef and deep fried calamari), was awesome.

Rei Alexandra A.Rei Alexandra Aoyama: Great Japanese comfort food. I love the counter. Don't forget the specials in Whiteboard.

CindoCindo: Udon is deericous!

Tomi Sushi is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

2. Tomi Sushi

7.8
4336 Moorpark Ave, San Jose, CA
Japanese Restaurant · Strawberry Park · 39 tips and reviews

Tom M.Tom McGhan: The fried calamari was delicious! It was cooked beautifully, and came with a spicy sauce that complimented it amazingly well. It was pretty cheap too!

Veronica K.Veronica Koh: no reservation but line was moving quickly. very reasonable price and quality.

Adrian C.Adrian Chen: Special chirashi bowl is a good thing to get if you're willing to spend the money ($15). If not, the katsu don is really good too! The 'super bomb roll' is a really good spicy tuna roll. Gotta try!

Fratello is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

3. Fratello

7.9
1712 Meridian Ave Ste F (Lenn Dr), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Willow Glen · 5 tips and reviews

Dave B.Dave B: Don't judge a book by its cover! Had the Gioppino Fratello. now I've travelled all over Italy for work and I'm struggling to remember a better prepared, seasoned and tasty dish as this. Nice staff!!

Jen T.Jen Tersigni: A hidden gem in Willow Glen. The food is fantastic.

Kevin M.Kevin Marks: The new chef has completely overhauled the menu, and it is excellent

Taiwan Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

4. Taiwan Restaurant

8.2
1306 Lincoln Ave (btw Willow Street & Minnesota), San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Willow Glen · 28 tips and reviews

Michael D.Michael Dean: One of my favorite restaurants in the area. I always get the Mixed Chow Mein, but really can't go wrong with anything on the menu.

Gina B.Gina Blancarte-Millard: The fried eggplant appetizer wit garlic sauce is delicious!

Vic U.Vic Urbina: Kung Pao chicken is great...

Pearl River #1 is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

5. Pearl River #1

7.7
414 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose, CA
Chinese Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

Shannon d.Shannon deMelo: The outside is deceptive! The inside is super nice!

Ryan M.Ryan Madronio: If you have young kids, I highly recommend to approach from the Lucky's side.

Grainne C.Grainne Callan: The cream cheese wontons are awesome!

Vito's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

6. Vito's Pizza

7.5
1040 S White Rd, San Jose, CA
Pizzeria · 1 tip

Leticia S.Leticia Salas: Mushroom, sausage n olive!! Sooo good

Sharks Ice at San Jose is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

7. Sharks Ice at San Jose

8.3
1500 S 10th St (at E Alma Ave), San Jose, CA
Hockey Stadium · Central San Jose · 33 tips and reviews

Bonnie B.Bonnie Boglioli-Randall: Been to LOTS of hockey rinks in Canada and US, this is THE best

Zain J.Zain Jeewanjee: This place has four rings and it's where the San jose SHARKS practice, great restaurant where you can watch the rings from, or watch Sharks games on TV

Matt B.Matt Biagi: The breakfast buffet it very good

Paesano's Ristorante Italiano is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

8. Paesano's Ristorante Italiano

7.9
350 W Julian St (Hwy. 87), San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Central San Jose · 31 tips and reviews

Greg V.Greg V: Zuppa di Porri y Patate -- if my grandmother had made potato-leek soup, this would be it!

Christina L.Christina Lor: Do not be deceived by reviews, this is not a hole in the wall. It is more of an intimate bistro suited for parties of 2-4 comfortably. Great food & attention to service!

Ariana M.Ariana Moniz: Amazing place. Amazing service. Such a nice atmosphere.

Tomo Sushi is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

9. Tomo Sushi

7.4
5438 Giuffrida Ct, San Jose, CA
Sushi Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Andréa C.Andréa Cecil: New favorite sushi place. Good quality fish, nice atmosphere, rarely super busy.

Jazzmin R.Jazzmin Ramirez: Caterpillar Roll & Teriyaki Chicken are the best in San Jose! Been coming to this place for years!

Kate R.Kate R: Great rolls with spicy tuna, real crab, eel. Not a lot of salmon rolls. Casual.

The Boiling Crab is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

10. The Boiling Crab

8.1
71 Curtner Ave Ste 20 (at Monterey Rd), San Jose, CA
Seafood Restaurant · South San Jose · 71 tips and reviews

Nelson B.Nelson Bradley: The whole shabang shrimp is really tasty and you can get a table cover to go to enjoy at home without the crowds.

DeanAnthony R.DeanAnthony Ramos: Actually had a good experience my first time even though I was warned by someone that service is bad. I'll be coming back for more visits.

NickNick: @ Andrew R. you're racist.

Benedict's Cafe & Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

11. Benedict's Cafe & Bar

7.2
5365 Camden Ave (Kooser), San Jose, CA
Breakfast Spot · 1 tip

Brian O.Brian O'Neill: Farmers omelet

Music Tunnel KTV Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

12. Music Tunnel KTV Cafe

7.4
1132 S De Anza Blvd #10 (Via Vico), San Jose, CA
Karaoke Bar · West Valley · 13 tips and reviews

Mona W.Mona Weng: Best song selection in the bay with modern facilities, although with rather premium prices. Go for happy hour! Also, VIP membership offers sweet discounts everytime.

Ekin H.Ekin Hsìeh: Wifi password: musictunnelktv

Amy K.Amy Kuo: Nice kareoke spot!

Flames Coffee Shop & Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

13. Flames Coffee Shop & Bakery

7.4
7170 Santa Teresa Blvd (at Bernal Rd.), San Jose, CA
Coffee Shop · Los Paseos · 13 tips and reviews

Pamela D.Pamela Dorsey: Delicious breakfast, generous portions and friendly, efficient staff!

Joey T.Joey Trujillo: This place is so bomb. The food is hot and delicious and the service is awesome. Two thumbs up!

Adam N.Adam Nelson: If you find yourself in the barren outskirts of San Jose and want a kickass breakfast, stop into Flamers Coffee Shop and get the Greek scramble with an Irish Coffee. Check please!

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

14. The Cheesecake Factory

8.1
925 Blossom Hill Rd Ste 1717, San Jose, CA
American Restaurant · Blossom Valley · 102 tips and reviews

Clean Bay R.Clean Bay Restaurant Program: This Cheesecake Factory is a certified restaurant in the Clean Bay Restaurant Program, helping to reduce stormwater pollution in Santa Monica Bay! Learn about or find more certified restaurants at Read more.

Jon K.Jon K.: Try the Cheesecake

Peruchacho D.Peruchacho Dat: Havin dinner

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Calamari in San Jose.

15. The Cheesecake Factory

8.2
3041 Stevens Creek Blvd (at Westfield Valley Fair), Santa Clara, CA
American Restaurant · 109 tips and reviews

RaymondMarcRaymondMarc: Try Chipotle Spicy Chicken Pasta. You'll not regret it.

Michael L.Michael Levine: Go to the bar, order drinks and an appetizer, and ask for your dinner to go. Skip the dinner wait, and still enjoy the atmosphere, awesome iced tea and bread. Mmm that bread.

Guilherme C.Guilherme Chapiewski: Love chocolate? Want to try something different than cheesecake? Go for the Linda's Fudge Cake, it's one of the best chocolate cakes I ever had!