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    4.1 (796 reviews)
    PriceySpanish, Bars, Peruvian
    Closed • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
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    Chicken Anticuchos
    Dylan N.

    Stopped by Suspiro at Santana Row when it was a little quiet, and had a great experience. I ordered the ceviche, beef empanadas, and chicken skewer. Everything was delicious, but the beef empanadas were definitely my favorite, super flavorful and perfectly cooked. The ceviche was refreshing, and the chicken skewer was juicy, but could've been a little more tender. The green bubbles on the chicken were definitely a surprise, but an interesting touch. The service was really nice, and the ambiance was excellent. The restaurant had a relaxed, stylish vibe that made for a very enjoyable meal. Overall, everything was great!

    Harmanjeet K.

    Suspiro used to be my go to any time of the week. Making a reservation is easy and the ambience is stunning! I've been here many times and the food has been great in the past. Having visited many times, I have noted a lot of discrepancies in their food prep and service. I'm a little disappointed after my visit on Sunday, August 30th. I was celebrating my birthday week and had noted the same on my reservation. We were seated in the patio today on a bright sunny sunday and our server was simply absent minded. They gave me the wrong check number for paying through another app. I called the server and told them that they had forgotten to add 2 drinks, 2 croquettas and a scallop cream dish to our check. I'm glad I caught the error or else I would have made errornious payment on someone else's check! They said they were sorry and that's that. I used to LOVE the ceviche at Suspiro. We ordered the ceviche mixto and it did not look or taste remotely like it has in the past. I understand that recipes change and evolve and that ceviche is originally citrusy and acidic but all we got today was a cloudy recipe of seafood and some sort of yogurt mixed together. We asked the dish to be taken back and the manager came to speak to us. He was very courteous and polite and explained that the owner wanted to change the recipe of ceviche mixto. He explained that only the Mixto recipe was changed and all other ceviches remained the same. We were disappointed. The ceviche was taken off the check. The pollo croquettas were amazing as always and my bloody Mary was nice. My husband's mimosa was okay. We tried a newer dish here today called the scallops in cream and it was just some flavored yogurt and 4 charred scallops with white onions that had no seasoning or flavor. We ate it because we were hungry. However, the dish did not make any sense to us. The squid ink paella was passable this time around. The seafood on it was amazing and had enormous flavor but the rice could use some seasoning. We used the spicy sauce with the paella and it was just spicy and did nothing to the paella flavor wise. The seating was great and the ambience was great but I wish a little more thought was put into service. No birthday was acknowledged. What's the point in selecting 'birthday' while making a reservation when no one would even acknowledge it. I always pull up previous pictures of my memories at Suspiro and they remind me of amazing food right in the heart of Santana Row. Please bring the old flavors and citrusy goodness back into your ceviche!

    Melissa N.

    Food was good but on the pricier side Ceviche Cameron sour and light Calamari was good yellow dipping sauce was our fav! Drinks were ok , 1/2 of the bartenders were friendly. Female bartender was not up to par Hidden bar, fun cute Paloma was a hit for us! Shoutout to Pablo for being so kind.

    Michelle C.

    Been here once before and loved the whole aesthetic and vibe, as well as the food and drinks. More recently dined here for the "Taste the Row" $25 prix fixe lunch special for a birthday meal. Opted to sit on the patio since it was a nice day out. They brought out some complimentary olives to start and they were so good- not too briny or salty. Menu options were ceviche + paella (vegetarian or meat). We got one of each paellas and shared. The ceviche came with 2 chips so I asked if we were able to have more. Would have been nice if she told us it was $4 beforehand, but didn't notice til we got the bill. Overall the portions were a decent size and we left full. Also ordered a couple cocktails ($18). They were super refreshing, tropical and strong. We told the server I we were celebrating my birthday and she brought out a chocolate torte with a candle for dessert :)

    Mariscos Fritos
    Sharan N.

    Immaculate service, made it a special experience. Spacious restaurant with outdoor seating besides the fountains in Santana Row. Loved, loved the Bikini Trufado. Delightful blend of flavors. Paella Carne was comforting, soul food. Next time, skip the Chicken white meat. Pork ribs falling off the bone were perfect with the paella risotto. Aioli dollops added cheesiness to the mix. Suggest to go with Summer Cocktail Moray if available. Was a great choice for Sunday brunch.

    Sammy C.

    We have been to Suspiro for about 5 times. We always make reservations because we wanted to be able to choose the front booths that my daughter likes to be seated at. Which, the server who greeted us let us to do (we were parties of 3 and 4 when we went). Up until the last time we went (about 2 weeks ago), the hostess refused to let us at the front booths (even they were available). She said "oh we have smaller booths in the back for the 3 of you). And my goodness the table WAS small. So we didn't order the bottle of wine and paella per usual, because the table was already full with everything else we ordered. One star off here, she should have let us be seated at the front since we had a reservation and they had two booths available when we went for lunch. As far as food goes, I like them better than other Spanish restaurants in the South Bay. My daughter loves beets and the beets salad here has 3 types (purple, pink and golden), which she loves. My favorite is their steamed mussels, they were fresh, decent in size and perfectly cooked. We also enjoyed their Spanish ham plate; I like how they let us customize which meats to be included. My daughter liked their chicken skewers more than the beef; for some reasons the chicken was more tender than the beef. I like ordering the bottle of rose to go with the food... well, only if can enjoy it when we have more table space though. Overall, pleasant experience and we will go back for sure. A good place to chill and hang out with friends and/or family.

    Gambas al Ajillo
    Phoebe S.

    this spot has incredible ambiance. it was quite busy on a saturday night, so we opted for bar seating to avoid waiting too long. we really enjoyed the selections that were recommended to us by our server. the sauce for the eggplant (and patatas bravas) was so delish, and the ceviche was fresh. i was somewhat confused about the gambas al ajillo having more than just grilled shrimp (like what i've had in spain) but enjoyed it nonetheless. we also wanted to get the paella, but felt that we'd need to come with a bigger group so that'll be something to try next time! and lastly, we went into s.bar (a hidden speakeasy attached to the restaurant) afterwards for cocktails to end the night. :)

    Brian D.

    I loved the experience, the service and the food to like a 6****** I posted photos The sale was amazing And I love Santana Row I can walk to! Go here amd enjoy it's wonderful The photos say it all!

    Basque cheesecake
    Camille Y.

    Beautiful restaurant with beautiful dishes. What we ordered: Ceviche mixto-had the perfect balance of citrus, tang, and freshness. $4 to add on taro chips. Paella negra- ordered the medium size and the portion was massive. I loved that the seafood was mixed throughout the rice, so every bite had a great seafood-to-rice ratio. The only thing I felt was missing was the crispy bottom (socarrat), which our paella didn't seem to have. Still yummy & tasty. Basque cheesecake- just order it. Soooooo good. I thought I'd miss the crust of a traditional cheesecake, but this one was so rich & creamy that we practically inhaled it. The service was just as memorable as the food. Since we were celebrating my husband's birthday, our server surprised us by comping the cheesecake. It was such a thoughtful gesture and definitely not expected, and we appreciated the kindness. Beautiful atmosphere, delicious food, generous portions, and exceptional service. We'd absolutely recommend Suspiro and would happily dine here again.

    Maracuyas (with vodka base) & Poncho
    Vi T.

    Third visit and I think I can finally say I've experienced pretty much everything Suspiro has to offer. This time, after the Mother's Day dinner, my mom and I checked out their speakeasy. But first, the paella is still a must-order. We went with the seafood paella this time and it was just as good as I remembered, fresh ingredients, packed with flavor, and still my favorite paella in the Bay Area. The Patatas Bravas wasn't quite as memorable as my first visit, but still good. As for the speakeasy, it's definitely one of the nicest upscale cocktail spots in San Jose. It's not exactly hidden, just walk past the restroom area and through the curtain, but the atmosphere is beautiful. Dim lighting, elegant decor, great music, and gorgeous bar setup. I ordered the Enchanted for myself and my mom got Midnight in Spain, and both cocktails were well-made and beautifully presented. I always enjoy sitting at the bar and watching the bartenders work their magic. Overall, another great experience. Between the food, cocktails, and atmosphere, Suspiro continues to impress me. Definitely a spot I'll keep recommending to friends and family.

    Mixto Ceviche
    Yvonne C.

    Suspiro has become one of our go-to places to take friends for a meal. Service is great and friendly, plenty of seating inside and outside, and the food is delicious. We've ordered a good spread of their menu between the times we've visited, but we always come back to: paella, ceviche, and sangria. There's a variety to choose from for each, so pick whatever speaks to you -- they'll all be tasty. If you're planning to also order a spread of different food like we did, a medium paella was enough for a party of 4 (even though it says that it serves 2). We also tried the empanadas on our most recent visit, and those were also super yummy. When in doubt, ask your server! Ours gave us great recommendations each time. There's also a special brunch menu on weekends with more brunchy things like bottomless mimosas, French toast, and benedicts if that's your jam.

    Peggy C.

    We had a big group and made an advanced reservation. Service was great, food came out promptly and we were really happy with the drinks. Really like the fusion between peruvian and spanish, the paellas were really good and each tasted very different from the other, really enjoyed that they didn't all taste the same.

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    Sirikanya p.

    Enjoyed the vibe and service was great. Food was alright, brunch menu had no taste and new item Scallop with green sauce was not worth the price at all. I was afraid that I would not be full so I ordered Empenada too anddddd I was not full at all with those Well I did enjoyed the sun, music and the surrounding then stopped for ice cream later and had late lunch at home again

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    Small spot with a welcoming atmosphere and very friendly service. The carne asada plate was packed…read morewith flavor and the portions were generous. Everything tasted fresh and homemade.

    A Hondurian cafe that offers vegetarian, meat, and seafood options. My friend raved about this…read moreplace and I love supporting mom and pop restaurants so I had to try it. I tried the popular baleada, which is a home-made flour tortilla filled with a layer of mashed red beans, queso fresco, eggs and with or without meat (I got it with carne asada). The flour tortilla was just as other described - soft, buttery smooth, almost melt in your mouth goodness. The carne asada was dry and hard so I could've gone without. I bet a braised beef like barbacoa would've been perfect for this item. It also came with salsa and I selected mild which gave it a nice bright flavor. I also ordered a chicken tamale (they also offer pork) and I was surprised to find a whole chicken wing (no skin) stuffed into the tamale! I broke into it using a fork and hit something hard which turned out to be the bones. But honestly, this was one of the best tamales I've tried in a long time. Flavorful, moist, and a nice sized portion. It came wrapped in what I think was banana leaf. The service was fast on a Wednesday night and there were a handful of friendly patrons seated nearby. You could tell that they were regulars. The space was intimate with around 10-15 tables seating about 4 people each. Maya's Cafe menu has a wide assortment of dishes to choose from: serving breakfast dishes like chilaquiles, lunch items such as burritos, or soups and full on dinner plates with rice, beans, and choice of protein. There's even more selection and the whole menu is in Spanish so I'll be sure to use Google Translate next time!

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    Suspiro - spanish - Updated September 2026

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