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Check out the 4 top spots in San Jose's Alum Rock neighborhood

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Published on January 02, 2020
Check out the 4 top spots in San Jose's Alum Rock neighborhoodBill's Cafe | Photo: Jeanie L./Yelp

Visiting Alum Rock, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this San Jose neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Mexican restaurant to a vegetarian location.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Alum Rock, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. La Costa

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First up is Mexican spot La Costa, situated at 1805 Alum Rock Ave. With four stars out of 859 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

The restaurant specializes in classic Mexican options like tostadas, tacos, burritos, quesadillas and more. Consider ordering the camaron entero y pulpo tostada, which comes with shrimp and octopus, or the steak and cheese burrito. 

2. Spice N Flavor

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Indian spot Spice N Flavor is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 301 N. Jackson Ave., Suite 6, 4.5 stars out of 177 reviews. 

On the menu, expect to find authentic Indian dishes, such as curries with vegetables, lamb, beef, shrimp, pepper chicken, eggs and more. Curry plates also come with rice or kerala parathas and rotis. 

3. Dong Phuong Tofu

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Check out Dong Phuong Tofu, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 168 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Vietnamese and vegetarian spot at 2359 McKee Road. 

The vegetarian menu features combination plates of curry and stir fry with vegetables and tofu. There is also noodle soup and egg rolls. 

4. Bill's Cafe

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And then there's Bill's Cafe, a local favorite with four stars out of 209 reviews. Stop by 1700 Newbury Park Drive, Suite 10 to hit up the bar and breakfast and brunch and traditional American spot next time you're in the neighborhood. 

With 10 locations in the San Jose area, Bill's Cafe offers everything from veggie skillets, Benedicts, omelets and French toast in the morning to burgers, club sandwiches and salads in the afternoon. Click here to view the menu.


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