SVF Awards · 2026
2026 Restaurant of the Year: Ember & Oak
Los Altos' ember-fueled culinary jewel captures our top honor for 2026 with unmatched wood-fired finesse and approachable luxury.
Each year, Silicon Valley Foodie selects the standout culinary achievement across the 408 and Peninsula. For 2026, the honor goes to Ember & Oak in Los Altos — a restaurant that managed to accomplish the rarest feat in modern high-end dining: marrying wood-fired technical mastery with unpretentious, genuinely welcoming hospitality.
Why Ember & Oak Won
From the embers of white oak to house-churned cultured butter, every detail at Ember & Oak feels intentional without ever feeling theatrical. Executive Chef Priya Raghunathan and her team have crafted a seasonal tasting menu that speaks to California's rich agricultural heritage while honoring global smoke traditions.
More SVF Award Honorees
2026 Best Japanese Dining: Kaiseki Nishimura
The quietest great meal in San Jose earns top honors for seasonality, precision, and soul-restoring dashi.
2026 Best New Opening: Filo Pasta Bar
Downtown San Jose's 22-seat handmade pasta counter took the Valley by storm with zero pretension and sublime agnolotti.