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    PintxoPote

    4.2 (329 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Brocheta de gambas - skewer of wild shrimp, roasted garlic, lemon, arbequina EVOO
    Monica S.

    Great food and service. I ordered all my favorites: Indurain - bonito tuna belly, anchovy, guindilla, olive on a skewer Indurain blanco - bonito tuna belly, boqueron, guindilla, olive, onion bell pepper (next time I won't order both, just this one) costillar de cordero - rack of lamb (must order early as it takes 30 minutes) and it was cooked the way I like it - medium rare pulpo a la plantxa - griddled octopus on cauliflower purée albondigas 100% wagyu meatballs, piquillo pepper sauce, gluten-free cani cabra a la plantxa - goat cheese, pitachio, passion fruit, sherry vinegar reduction (I could have eaten the whole thing by myself) tabla quesos - selection of Spanish cheeses embutidos de bellota - 100% acorn iberico, chorizo, salchicho brocheta de gambas - shrimp on a stick postre - warm flourless chocolate cake, ice cream, raspberry coulis 1 glass of Embruix (Priorat) - paired VERY well with the food, a red wine blend (no wonder I liked it) 1 glass Marques de Murrieta (Rioja) - super mild in flavor. Everything I ordered was delicious and well prepared. Angie was friendly, informative, and made sure she explained everything before ordering.

    Wagyu beef meatballs - one portion is not enough - I wanted to take a dozen home for later!!!

    We are always looking for good, classic but fresh Spanish food in the South Bay - as I have spent time working in Spain. A colleague told me about PinxtoPote and the very same evening my wife and I were at a table at 7pm. The service was incredibly warm and so friendly and the ambience helped us relax from a long week. The menu was incredible - a combination of special dishes that we familiar with and a sprinkling of their own blend. We were blown away by dish after dish and had an absolutely amazing evening. If you want to experience true Spanish hospitality and very special food and wine then I would highly recommend PinxtoPote. This is the closest I've tasted to Spain in the US.

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    Leonard S.

    An amazing slice of Spain tucked away in the corner of a strip mall! We felt like we were on vacation with an incredibly warm and welcome staff patiently walking us through the tapas menu. We loved everything we got, with perfect execution served hot to the table, but the standouts were - skewers with poached tuna belly, anchovie, olive and pepper--a one bite wonder with an eye opening flavor combination - garlic shrimp, with a superb, subtle garlic sauce - bacon wrapped dates with sea salt - piping hot light potato chorizo pepper omelette - a unique combination of creamy goat cheese, passion fruit, pistachio - grilled garlic oyster mushrooms Prices were reasonable, service was fast and personal, clean ambience. Will definitely be back!

    Sonia N.

    This is an absolute hidden gem in Los Gatos with service that makes you feel like you've entered into the home of the sweetest family. Come here when you want to have a slow meal to catch up with friends or a romantic evening. The food is exquisite, though there are fewer options for vegetarians. I was still able to have asparagus, olives, roasted carrots, a cheese plate, bread with olive oil, and an absolutely divine gazpacho that was off-menu. Plus the chocolate raspberry cake was the perfect way to top off the meal!

    Yogi R.

    Hard to find restaurant tucked away in the Coldwell Banker plaza. Our friends found this place and set up a dinner for 3 couples. The place is quite cozy. There are only 3 tables that can seat 4 or more patrons. The rest are pub table for 2 and then the long bar seating. We were cozy with 6 people crammed into the 4 person booth as the large tables were already occupied. It's hard to say anything bad when there are two older entrepreneurs who take pride in the dishes that they serve. And to run a business in Los Gatos must be difficult due to the rents. So I commend them for doing what they love. The food was good. The service was good. But I'm not a tapas fan to begin with. The lamb though was fantastic, the shrimp was excellent and the octopus was cooked to perfection with a great sauce! I took pics of what I could as people dug in and it wasn't picture worth then. The presentation of the dishes are good. The menu is limited so for vegetarians, there is not too much to eat. Our guest at least age eggs, so she munched on the appetizers and had the egg omelette for dinner. The place is certainly worth going to to support the owners and try this out

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    Denny L.

    This was a nice experience. First time having Spanish tapas in the Bay Area. Their selection is interesting. As another reviewer mentioned, definitely be informed about the menu as some items are priced per piece and some come with a few pieces. We didn't see paella on the menu, but would like to try it next time.

    KC C.

    Came here about seven years ago and never went back. Friends and I dined here for a girl's night, but this time, it was me and the hubby. He was so proud of himself bc he found this place himself; usually I do all the research and make all the reservations, but not this time. We arrived at 6:45pm and this place was almost fully packed. We tried to ask if we could switch to the bar, but it was already filled for the night. Angie initially took our order and helped us with the menu (she is soooo thorough with her descriptions of each item). As it got busy, Hector also helped serve our table; both were awesome. We had some ideas of what to order, but Angie's descriptions of everything was soooo good we just kinda let her pick most of our stuff. EVERYTHING we ordered was delicious. Note that this is Spanish tapas, so portions are small and meant to be shared and eaten in one or two bites. I did remember that when we first came some years ago, service was slow, and although it was not as bad this time, they can benefit from another server. The manager came by later to thank us for coming in and explained that they had not been this busy since the pandemic. I'm glad to hear they are doing better, and well. Some side notes: Corkage is $25 although they have an extensive list of offerings. Parking is easy; there is a stand-alone lot. Will definitely come back. This is as close as it gets to SPAIN!

    Derek S.

    Came by the other night for dinner and it was a tasty experience. Made a reservation and our table was ready upon arrival. Parking was plentiful in the strip mall. Our waitress, Angie, was super sweet, wearing a mask covering her mouth and nose the entire evening while carefully going over the menu giving us recommendations! She also took the time to check-in with us periodically throughout the evening! Started off the meal with the boquerones, white anchovies from the Cantabria sea cured in olive oil and they were tasty! The side of bread complemented this nicely! Moved on to the embutidos de bellota featuring 100% acorn, chorizo, salchichon and this was a phenomenal appetizer! Smaller portions and perfect for ordering more! The cani cabra a la plantxa featuring warm goat cheese, pistachio, passion fruit, and sherry vinegar reduction was also phenomenal! This also complemented the complimentary bread nicely! The tortilla española with potato and onions was like an omelet that was cooked perfect with eggs that were medium. The highlight of the meal was the costillar de cordero featuring moruno spiced rack of lamb that was cooked to a perfect medium rare. The side of fried potatoes were excellent too! The lamb was flavorful and juicy. The chef even came out personally to check in on how the lamb came out! The esparragos a la plantxa with organic asparagus, olive oil, pepper, maldon flake salt was also delicious! Clientele at the restaurant were definitely on the affluent side being in Los Gatos, judging by the volume of late-model high-end luxury vehicles in the lot although the attire was on the casual end. ~$90/head after tax and gratuity for dinner.

    huevos con jamon ..so good!
    Jerry Y.

    Pros: - Local / Mom&pop shop with an excellent menu! Some of my favorites are the wagyu and the huevos con jamon that are to die for! Hector (head chef) does an excellent job and came to talk to us at the end of his shift. Super friendly and knowledgable guy! - Very intimate setting which makes it an idea place for a date or hanging with friends where you can hear each other talk and reminds you of being in Spain! - Service was excellent. Super friendly staff who is very attentive and working hard to meet the customer needs Cons: - Very tight space so might not be good for kids and a reservation is recommended - Prices are fair, but can be on the higher side - Portions are typically smaller since its a tapas joint, so don't going in expecting a huge meal then complain later that its not enough. it Tapas! that's how these places work :) Overall, Excellent food and environment while supporting the local community. Definitely will return!

    Gilda
    Anthony D.

    I really really really enjoy tapas and was very excited to come to PintxoPote but left somewhat disappointed by the overall meal. For the cold pintxos, we ordered the Gilda (Anchovy), Huevo Gamba (Shrimp & Egg), Indurain (Anchovy+Tuna Belly) and the Boquerones (White Anchovies). The Huevo Gamba was my favorite as it had of the creaminess of a deviled egg + the acidity from the cornichon for a balanced bite. Each of the others were similar and overall I think they tended to be on the saltier/acidic side. They don't give you enough bread to help soak the acidity from the tapas which it so desperately needs. The Tabla Kursaal charcuterie board was good and I particularly enjoyed the chorizo sausage. I was disappointed by the Iberico Ham which is surprising since I always find it to be the best thing at most other places. Not so much here. It tasted a bit drier than usual and maybe would have been better with a dash of olive oil to bring it to life more. For the hot pintxos, we got the Pulpo (Octopus), Delicia (Dates), Setas Asadas (Cremini Mushrooms), and Huevos con Jamon (Eggs, Ham, potato chips). Pulpo - Undercooked and was a bit grimy/gritty in the middle. The cauliflower puree had very little flavor. Sadly very underwhelming. Delicia - Poor execution. The bacon was dry and not crispy/tender. I think the flavors are there but the bacon texture tasted like it was sitting out for a while under a heat lamp. Huevos con Jamon - A very good and delicious dish that reminds you of breakfast with the eggs over soft potato chips/fries. The added serrano ham doesn't bring much flavor to the dish. Overall it's good but these flavors I'm sure everyone has had before. Albondigas - Meatballs were cooked alright, a bit dry for my liking. But I wasn't a fan of the sauce it came with. It had a very turmeric-indian flavor profile that was fine but not great. We could only get reservations for the bar seating and really wish we had table. Even in these pandemic-times, they sit you right next to another party with very little space in between. You are practically touching elbows. This was very uncomfortable and made for an unpleasant seating arrangement. I've had better tapas place elsewhere and recommend checking out some other ones. PintxoPote is fine, but for the price you pay, I'm expecting great.

    The server's recommendations for wine food pairing was on point!
    Ashley T.

    PintxoPote is definitely my top spot for Spanish Tapas. The servers, chef, and food runners are all great. They are passionate, knowledgeable, personable, and really take the time to make you feel like you are their most important guest. I love how intimate it feels. It's as if I am having a dinner party with my bestie and new friends from Spain. The food is great, it is nice they offer a menu but to be honest almost unnecessary. The server walks you through a very personalized set of recommendations with sincere and thoughtful descriptions. My friend and I were on our bestie date and ordered: 2 plates of boquerones (white anchovies), jamon (thinly sliced acorn fed serrano ham), wagyu ribeye, brocheta de gambas (shrimp on a skewer). The boquerones, jamon, and steak & potatoes are a must have! The boquerones and jamon were paired with a refreshing glass of white wine. One of my fave ways to start a Spanish dinner. We wanted our wagyu ribeye rare. The chef kindly asked us if we would like the caps trimmed and grilled into crispy bites to avoid chewy chunks of fat. It was such a pleasant suprise. The bites were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside... the perfect pairing for the bottle of rioja El Puntido recommended to us. Can't wait to come back!

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    Very good food. Clean. Service was great. Can't wait to go back. I think I ordered half of the menu. Was not disappointed at all.

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    Came to ASA on a Sunday evening. The restaurant wasn't very busy, so I was expecting a pretty…read moresmooth dinner, but the experience ended up being a little uneven. We ordered the beet salad, mushroom rigatoni, Paella Valencia appetizer, and hand-cut New York steak. The Paella Valencia was the clear standout. It was the most cohesive and well-executed dish we had, with good flavor and texture throughout. This would be the one thing I'd order again. The beet salad was where we ran into the biggest issue. We specifically told our server about a peanut and tree nut allergy, and he acknowledged it, but the salad still came out with pistachios on top. They remade it, but the replacement portion looked noticeably smaller and less composed than the original. The first one had a nice amount of height and presentation, while the second felt a bit sparse. Given that the remake was due to an allergy mistake, that was disappointing. The mushroom rigatoni didn't really land for me. The pasta wasn't al dente, and the dish tasted more like garlic pasta with a large amount of mushrooms placed on top rather than a mushroom forward pasta where the flavor was actually built into the sauce. Not bad, just not particularly cohesive or memorable. The New York steak was seasoned well, but the cook was inconsistent. We ordered medium rare, and some parts were closer to that than others. It was a thick cut, so I understand there's some difficulty in getting it perfectly even, but at this price point I still expected a more consistent temperature throughout. Our server was pleasant, but check-ins were sparse, and we waited quite a while at the end just to get the check and pay. Again, this was on a Sunday evening with plenty of open tables, so there wasn't an obvious dinner rush to blame. Overall, ASA has a nice atmosphere and the paella was genuinely good, but the food execution and service were inconsistent enough that the dinner didn't quite meet expectations

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    Indoor seating
    Olio Nuevo ice cream (olive oil ice cream)
    Olio Nuevo ice cream (olive oil ice cream)
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    Los Gatos Parkside

    Los Gatos Parkside

    4.4
    (455 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$

    This restaurant has a cool vibe with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, plus first-come,…read morefirst-served bar seating. If you're hoping to sit inside, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. The service was wonderful from start to finish. My friend and I both ordered the smash burger and I've got to say it was easily one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. The meat was perfectly cooked and seasoned so well. The sweet potato fries were crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and absolutely delicious. And whatever you do, DO NOT skip the bread pudding. It was a 1000/10! Not overly sweet, perfectly balanced, and the texture was incredible. If you're on the fence about dessert, just order it, you won't regret it. The only minor downside was that the sodas were very flat and tasted a bit syrupy. Other than that, everything was fantastic. The prices were reasonable, the portions were generous, and the overall experience was excellent for such a cute spot in downtown Los Gatos. Will definitely be returning soon!

    We had a late night dinner at Los Gatos Parkside. A charming and popular restaurant located in…read moreDTLG. There is mostly only street parking, though nearby there are some parking lots and a underground parking garage just a short walk away. The ambience inside is nice with mood lighting, lots of dark wood, elegant decor, & house music. They have a covered patio area for outdoor dining, in addition to a couple of other tables. The inside has booth seating and standard table seating. A nice bar area with engaging and friendly bartenders. Two separate women's restrooms and one multi-user men's restroom. From the moment we walked in, the service was outstanding! The hostess was helpful and welcoming who promptly brought us to our table and recommended some of her favorites. Our server was Therese who took excellent care of us. She was welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Also, the manager came around to check up on us, to make sure we didn't have last calls right before the kitchen closed. That was considerate. We decided on ordering the... Grilled Pork Chop: bourbon marinated grilled peach compote, peach, red onion & tomato salad (4/5). The presentation was gorgeous. A Sous vide pork chop with grill marks cooked to a medium temperature. Savory and complemented with the tangy, spicy, and tart salad. A tad heavy handed on the salt for the sauce, otherwise, it was still delicious. Gnocchi Ragu: lamb bolognese, pecorino (4/5). The meat sauce was delicious. The gnocchi itself was sizeable and decent. Fries (4/5) - medium shoe string cut fries that were hot, crispy, and lightly seasoned. So fresh and right out of the deep fryer. Parkside Bread Pudding: vanilla gelato, pecan praline (4/5). This was delicious. Therese was told by the kitchen staff that they unfortunately ran out of the pecan praline when she brought it out. Though, it was still decadent and divine. Therese even brought us a complimentary beignets for a birthday celebration. We will be back! Congratulations to Los Gatos Parkside on almost 3 years here in LG. Support your local business.

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    Parkside Burger ($23)
    Parkside Burger ($23)
    Crab Cakes ($20)

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    Crab Cakes ($20)

    PintxoPote - spanish - Updated August 2026

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