One of my favorite places to go with friends and family for lunch or dinner in the San Francisco Bay Area is Santana Row in San Jose, California. This European-style village filled with upscale shops, international dining options, courtyards, fountains, intimate public seating areas, and live music on weekends, offers an artfully designed oasis in Silicon Valley to socialize and unwind. Please enjoy a sample of the European inspired architecture, interesting doors, creative signage, and elegant street art found in this unique village setting.
Faux old world doors lead to utility closets for an upscale residential complex.
Inspiration:Â Thursday Doors.
Capturing Moments 
Nice post. That first shot does have a European feel to it for sure. I like the faux old world doors best – someone did a great job on those.
Thanks, Norm.
I live nearby (in Mountain View) and I’ve never been here. Thanks for the tip!
Hi K.L., You are very welcome. Definitely check it out. There are great places to eat and it’s a nice place to stroll and hang out!
Donna
Another favorite “haunt” of mine—homesick again..!
Those were the days, my friend. Good memories.
Don’t drive down there often but it has great restaurants and some interesting photo comps.
Our favorite restaurant is Straits. The Pan-Asian food rivals Banana Leaf in Milpitas.