Santa Clara

Dusita (Thai Cuisine)
http://www.dusitathaicuisine.com/

Entree

• Pad See Ew: Flat & firied rice noodles with other vegetables. This dish is really good (something which I would like to have again next time). If you dont eat eggs let the host know.
• Green curry with vegatables & tofu: This dish was also really nice. Something which you would enjoy with white rice.
• Spicy tofu: This dish wasn't that bad but in front of above two dishes, it couldn't shine. Considering that this dish is without gravy, it may taste better only with noodles.

Drinks:

• Thai Ice Tea is really nice.

Other notes:

• Spice level is really high in this restaurant, so dont order medium spicy unless you are used to eating really spicy food.
• Restaurant host is nice and has good suggestions. If you are not sure, you can consider her suggestions to decide your dinner choice

Sunnyvale

Madurai Idli Kadai (South Indian Cuisine)
http://www.maduraiidlikadai.com/

This is almost like hole in the wall kind of place, Not more than 30 people can sit inside. You need to order first & then look for place to sit. I went for dinner during the weekday, place was reasonably empty.

Appetizer

• Medu Wada: Really crunchy, greasy & delicious. Chutney served along with it were also awesome. Their coconut & other green chutney is awesome and really spicy. Sambar was not the best I have eaten but it was decent. No complaints about Sambar.

Main Course:

• Mysor Masala Dosa: This is one of the best Mysore Masala i have ever eaten. Main ingredient in Mysore Masala is the paste which they put on the inner layer of dosa. I have just one word for that "AWESOME". I am not big fan of ALOO masala but surprisingly it was delicious. 
• Veg. Uthapa: Nice and recommended.

** Only issue with the place is, it does not look clean. But for the price and food, I guess we can compromise.

Kabul (Afghan Cuisine)
http://www.kabulrestaurant.net/

Appetizer:

• Bulanee: Delicious spring onion filled turnover. Let them know that you are vegetarian.

Entrees:

• Challaw Gulpi: Very nice cauliflower dish, recommended by staff and I totally enjoyed it. It is generally served with rice. Portion size is decent for big appetite.
• Vegetarian Platter: My friend order vegetarian platter which Gulpi (Caluifower dish), Kadu (Pumpkin topped with yogurt) & Sabsi (Spinach sauted with onion). Gulpi was definitely better. Kadu was little sweet for my taste.

** We went for lunch during the weekday, so they also served us salad in the beginning. I am not sure if they always serve same.

** Must try their bread, its amazingly soft & delicious.

Mountain View

Passage to India (Indian Food)
http://www.passagetoindia.net/restaurant/

• Its a buffet place which serves both veg. & non-veg food. Considering myriads of options, I am sure you will find something which will cater to your pallet. 

Shiva (Indian Food)

http://www.shivasrestaurant.com/

Main Course:

• Dal Makhani: This is either my 3rd or 4th trip to Shiva & I would say Dal Makhani has always been my favorite. This is one dish which I would recommend to everyone. Its really delicious.
• Kadhai Panner: My wife & I both liked this dish. We ordered this for the first time.
• Malai Kofta: One of the better preparation as compare to other Indian places where we have eaten. Though we found it too rich (creamy) for our taste.
• Naan: Like always, soft, warm and fresh.
• Ajwain Laacha Paratha: We ordered this for the first time & would definitely recommend to others.

San Jose

Punjab Cafe
http://punjab-cafe.com/

Its literally a hole in the wall, kind of place. One of the framed reviews on the wall highlights something similar to: "Small in place but big in taste". My wife & I visited this place for lunch. We took buffet which has very limited option for both veg & non-veg.

• Veg. options: Maa ki Dal (Lentil) and Navratan korma was delicious.Other mushroom dish I would not recommend.
• Kheer was awesome and highly recommended.
• Parathas are amazing. We ordered paneer paratha and it was unbelievably good. 

PF Changs (Chinese Food)
http://www.pfchangs.com

Drinks:

• Ginger Beer: (Its not a beer) Refreshing drink made from Ginger, Lemon & sugar cane juice. May be too strong if you don't like ginger or never had ginger candy.

Appetizer:

• Lettuce Wrap (vegetarian): Fresh, crunchy delicious, highly recommended.
• Dumplings (vegetarian): Moist, Good with hot sauce.

Main Course:

• Singapore Noodles: Vegetarian option is not listed in the menu, you need to specifically ask for it.
• Ma-Pao Tofu: Delicious and recommended. 

Paso Robles:

Vic's Cafe: Visited for lunch

• Soup of the day: Vegetarian & delicious.
• Veggie Pesto Melt: Good & delicious.

Thomas Hill Organics: http://www.thomashillorganics.com

Nice, comfy, friendly place. Visited for dinner. Their menu does not highlight vegetarian dishes in Entree but Chef is very accommodating and can prepare good vegetarian dish.

• Appetizer: Seared Albacore Tacos, Pineapple Salsa, Pickled Red Onion, Coconut Cream, Toasted Coconut & Cashews, Green Onions, Cilantro - (So So)