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    Shosha

    3.6 (579 reviews)

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    SHOSHA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Amanda C.

    A Co worker recommended Shosha to me so wanted to give it a try! The food was delicious and service was great. Standouts for me was the saag and some yogurt patty appetizer (forget what it's called). Overall a great experience and will be returning!

    False advertising
    Lindsay O.

    False advertising and poor service. We went for lunch because we saw a sign that said $15 for lunch Tuesday through Sunday. It was Thursday. The menu they gave us did not have those items. I asked why not. They said the poster is misprinted and it's only Saturday and Sunday. Then we sat and waited for more than 5 minutes and the waiter never came back, so we left.

    Paneer Tikka + Dilli Papdi Chaat
    Neha P.

    First time in Sunnyville, and overall the restaurant had great vibes and friendly service! The waiter was really nice, and I enjoyed the atmosphere. As for the food, I wasn't completely impressed. The paneer tikka had a good marinade but was a bit rubbery, and the Dilli Papdi Chaat didn't feel as authentic. The portions were generous, though, and the drink was really yummy and unique with the amla flavor. I probably wouldn't go back for the food, but the vibes and service were enjoyable!

    Jayushi G.

    food was very heavy, we got the malai kofta, and dal buhkara, all we could taste was heavy cream. they also don't have the menu items that are popular and portions were incredibly small 18 dollars for 3 bites of kebab is highway robbery and just not worth it

    Yaanki B.

    I find most upscale Indian restaurants overhyped-- surprisingly I like Shosha! Good yummy food for fair value compared to what you get in Bay Area, I wud go back again, nice cute ambiance and good service.

    Arul D.

    We visited on a weekday with a group of 11 adults and four children to celebrate a birthday. Our party was seated in the upstairs area, which I believe serves as the venue's party hall. Unfortunately, the ambiance left much to be desired-there was little atmosphere, the speakers were uncomfortably loud, and the temperature was quite warm, especially given the hot weather outside. The drinks were underwhelming, and the appetizers were just average. The only standout dish was the chili chicken, which had some genuinely good flavor. On a positive note, the service was excellent. Allwyn took great care of our group and was always attentive and responsive. His service was, in fact, the highlight of our evening. The total bill came to about $40 per person. For that price, the experience felt far from upscale, and there are definitely better dining options available in the Bay Area at a similar cost.

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    Shubha R.

    Shosha is our go-to place birthday celebrations! Awesome food, great hospitality and birthday music and sparklers make us to visit Shosha for every time! Their Chat pata platter is very refreshing. Spinach Paneer and Biryani is also very tasty I recommend this place to everyone!

    Pav bhaji
    Prasiddha H.

    I had the awesome experience of trying out Shosha's new Lazy Brunch Buffet - which folks can try out from April 20th! Now I have to say this experience was awesome. Shoshas ambiance feels classy and upscale with amazing service to make the experience even better! What is the cherry on the top is how amazing the food was. These are some of the items I got to try: *Nafraton ka Sharbat - this was a malai flavored drink, super creamy and absolutely fresh! *Aloo tikki - one of my favorites, this is crispy and soft potatoes with delicious sauce. Talk about a burst of flavor! *rice cake pepper chicken - this was a crispy rice dish with soft chicken on top. I really liked this with the different flavors and textures - one of my favorites *chicken shawarma bao - the chicken was well seasoned, and if you like baos this you'll enjoy *vada pav Kataafi - this was one of my favorites - if you like potato and lots of crunch, this one's for you! *makai malai dimsum - for rice lovers, this is a unique dish with rice on the outside with a veggie cheesy stuffing on the inside *butter chicken pinwheel - crispy, flakey deliciousness with everyone's fave butter chicken. Don't miss this one! *palak paneer baklava - think the pinwheel but paneer version, this was also quite flavorful I also got to try a variety of dishes that came with assortment of breads like chole bhature (delicious garbanzo beans curry) and a potato curry as well as a lentil curry as well! They were all flavorful and went well with the variety of breads they had which were warm and ready to munch on! There was also a live omelet station which was awesome for the egg lovers. We also got to try idly vada with sambar and chutneys which was amazing. To end the meal we had the following desserts: *mango & banana liquor firni - delicious, creamy and refreshing *shahi gulab malai roll - my favorite since I love rose flavored anything! Definitely try this We also got to try a few of the cocktails - the fig sour, Calcutta paan old fashioned & punch Puran. The punch Puran was my favorite! It had the perfect tang and was delicious! Would highly recommend one to check out Shosha!!

    Lazy breakfast menu
    Shristy A.

    My partner and I went for this "lazy breakfast" buffet tasting event and the experience was incredible! I cannot stop raving about it! One of the best in the bay! You can experience this too - they launch this on this Saturday April 21, don't miss it. The buffet goes like this- Nafrat ka sharbat: Flavorful refreshing cold badam milk with subtle thandai flavors (not too overpowering), absolute amazing start to the course. Comes with a spoon so you don't miss out those amazing nuts and other things to eat. : ) Sweet drink to start the brunch with all the positive vibes! Aloo chat: Indian umami. Sweet, salty sour spicy all at same time. My definition of chatpat. Patty is cooked perfectly. Right proportions of chutneys, yogurt and thinly sliced red onions on top. Omg! It absolutely blew us away! Don't miss this. Deconstructed vada pav: This one stole the show with its presentation, so unique. Tasty Potato filling of traditional vada pav covered in flaky sev with a thick pav crust indulged in tonnes of butter. Eat the crust by itself to get a deeper flavor of the pav! Malai dimsums: Spicy garlic-based chutney served with flavorful rice and dim sum flour. Again, the texture and ingredients so interesting, we enjoyed it! Cocktail drink with your picture: Even better tasting than it looks. Instagram worthy! satisfaction guaranteed. They give two choices for the base - rum or a whiskey, if I remember correctly. Baklava Palak Paneer: Indian fine dining, next level. Mind = blown. One cannot imagine that palak paneer in the baklava pastry could complement each other so wonderfully. A must try. Calcutta Pan-Old Fashioned: Instagram favorite? And partner's favorite too! I have a video of the making of this, cannot wait to share it. The bar tender entertains you while smoking the bottle. Drink is an amalgamation of centuries old Indian tradition of sweet betel leaf (paan) with old fashioned cocktail and the result is spectacular! The drink is not mild, but not too strong IMO. Daal Pakwaan: Sindhi delight. The daal was the right consistency and the pakwaans were crispy. This dish is one of those simple dishes yet yummy dishes, not too much masala, perfect for kids too. Yes, they have some fancy items and some simple 'ghar ka khana' type dishes! So thoughtful. Bedmi puri with aloo sabzi and raita: Famous from Bihar, served all over, and a staple on railway stations. The puri has nice texture, probably a think layer of filling too, not heavy at all, we enjoyed the puri by itself and it tasted amazing with the flavorful aloo sabzi. Loved it! Chole bhature: Best. Just absolutely the best, the bhatura wasn't greasy at all and yet so perfect, how! Chole was to die for; oh man, you cannot miss this one! Idli vada sambhar: Medu vada is crispy and flavorful with perfect mix of spices. Vada immersed in sambhar was satisfying. Chutneys are unique, a bit different than traditional South Indian food but equally good. It's really hard to go wrong with this dish. Panch puran: Ayurvedic masalas with tulsi and lemon. My favorite! Healthy alcoholic drink (haha) made with Hennessy Cognac. This is that drink which you'll sip and definitely say "oh! This is yummy!", if you're like me, haha! Pav bhaji: Loaded with butter and tons of flavor. Took my partner back to his college days in Mumbai. It's hard to find good authentic consistent pav bhaji places in Bay Area, but this one comes very close, he said! I loved it, probably the best I've had in Bay Area. Shahi gulab malai roll: Must try. Light and right sweetness. Subtle rose flavors and nicely blends with coconut flakes. I am telling you- we went crazy, they just kept surprising us! Mango & Banana liquor firni: The firni is perfect leaving your palette with hints of kalakand(milk cake). The caramelized banana and mango slices are a nice touch if the firni by itself is too sweet for you. If you read this far, haha! I must tell you again, don't miss out this unique experience. The staff is super nice, they explained the dishes with such detail and took care of us. Must try fine dining restaurant in the Bay! The owner is extremely passionate about providing a unique unforgettable to their visitors. And this really resonates with what I'm looking for in fancy restaurants! The ambience was beautiful and the memories will be etched in until we visit, next time. Also, loads of parking available in the parking lot behind the restaurant.

    Rohith V.

    Came here on a rainy Friday night to try their food. The drinks were very good! I appreciated the Indian twist that they put on classic cocktails both the paan infused smoky old fashioned and the papaya mule were both excellent. For the apps we went with the Dilli papdi chaat and the Tangela style chili paneer. The chaat was pretty tasty and came with pomegranate on top which was a nice touch and the paneer came out hot and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a classic tomato based gravy that was a little ketchup-y almost but tasty nonetheless. Finally for the mains we ordered the spinach corn/paneer, kadhai chicken, jackfruit biryani, and naan/roti. Pretty full spread overall. The creamed spinach was a little interesting and honestly didn't really resemble any Indian food I've eaten and the staff was nice enough to add paneer in as we realized after it was corn OR paneer not both. The kadhai chicken again was pretty standard, nothing super impressive but filling and the garlic naan could've been a little more garlicky. The jackfruit biryani was a little disappointing to be honest. The jackfruit itself was fine but the rice portion of the biryani didn't feel like a biryani almost colored rice and I felt it was not very flavorful and lacking in spices. Definitely on the more expensive side as they are going for a more upscale Indian but I feel like the fusion attempts on the menu makes the food seem to lose a little bit of authenticity. Overall a 3.5/5

    Divya C.

    Looking for an upscale Indian restaurant in Sunnyvale with delicious food and amazing drinks? Shosha is the place! Their cocktails are incredible. The Calcutta Paan Old Fashioned truly has an aftertaste just like paan, and the Papaya Mule is a fantastic twist on a classic Moscow Mule. While the menu changes monthly, the chicken curries are always a winner. Pro tip: If you're celebrating a birthday, bring your own dessert (or order theirs - the Rasmisu is delicious) and let them know. They'll make it extra special with party lights, music, and a sparkler! This really added a fun touch to our celebration.

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    Anandita S.

    We were here on a Friday night to celebrate a girls night out. We walked in and greeted very professionally by our waiter. The waiter was very humble give us ideas on what to order and definitely listen to us and taking pictures. The items we order I have photographed them. They were all definitely a hit. The best part was the customer service and even the chef came out to greet us. We will definitely be back for more girls night in.

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    Ask the Community - Shosha

    How much is the Sunday buffet?

    Hi, the introductory price of the weekend brunch buffet is $24. However, tomorrow we do not have a brunch buffet. Tomorrow you can enjoy our regular menu with Mother's Day specials. The details of the special menu are available on our social media… 

    What are the days of the week and timings of the buffet?

    Hi Jason. The buffet is available on Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm.

    Do they have kid friendly vegetarian options? Or a separate kids menu?

    They don't have a separate kid's menu. However, there is plenty of vegetarian chats and main courses (methi malai mutter, dal bukhara, paneer hariyali etc.). The food is pretty mildly spiced too. Shosha is not for everyone-It really depends on how… 

    Does Shosha have Happy Hours?

    Yes!! Tuesday-Friday | 3:00 PM-6:00 PM. Visit us for Premium cocktails, Beers, Wines, and Delicious… 

    Do you have vegan options?

    If you let them know while you're ordering, they will cook for you the vegan food. They had done that for one of our friends who is vegan.

    What are the gluten free menu items?

    Does this location serve halal?

    Hi, we serve only halal.

    It would be helpful to see allergens listed on your menu. I'm allergic to dairy (casein so ghee is actually ok) and eggs, etc- I'd place a togo order, except I can't tell what's safe for me. Are you thinking of adding that info to your menu?

    Dear Violetta, There are so many dishes we have in our menu. Every dish is different and may contain… 

    Are there a few vegan options?

    Dear Lisa, Though most of the dishes in our Menu have butter and cream if not meat.… 

    Do they offer a Prix Fixe or tasting menu?

    No they don't :(

    Do you do catering for private events like a birthday party?

    Hi, We do offer private dining in our restaurant for events like Birthdays or Anniversaries. Are you… 

    Are any of the meats (Chicken or Lamb) Halal?

    Hi, We use only Halal. Thank you.

    Are there heaters for outside dining?

    Yes!!

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    Been here multiple times for brunch and dinner and each time everything was great!…read more Interior, nicely decorated/cute with flowers. You can also pick up some bouquets in their floral section. One thing I love to get is their Truffle Honey Egg Sando. I love how the honey compliments the sando and the truffle flavor is perf. Another memorable dish is the GIWA Prime Long Rib. So softtt, flavorful, perfect balance of meat and fattiness, and cut in to perfect bite size pieces. The salad on the side also adds a nice refreshing touch. Also plated nicely too. The table also loved the Truffle Potato Pancake. Again, they do truffle well! The Creamy Uni and Tobiko Rice Pot was also really good! The drinks come with a cute heart straw :) They have a few new, unique dishes that are definitely worth trying. Service was great, super friendly/communicative/informative. Parking lot can sometimes be packeddd/busy. Def reccomend going here just to try great food, have celebrations such as birthdays, or catch up with friends

    As visitors, our family wanted to take us to Giwa after hearing that it was known for its beautiful…read moreatmosphere and aesthetic. From the moment we arrived, it was easy to see why. We arrived for our 7 p.m. reservation for a party of seven and quickly discovered that parking was one of the biggest challenges of the evening. The lot was extremely busy, and finding a spot took some patience. Once inside, however, we were immediately impressed. The restaurant is absolutely stunning, with thoughtful design throughout and gorgeous floral installations. I also noticed that they sell fresh flowers, which adds a unique touch to the space. We were seated in an area right near the entrance, which admittedly wasn't the most desirable location in the restaurant. Thankfully, being in California, the occasional breeze from the front doors opening wasn't an issue. The bigger challenge was that two round tables had been pushed together to accommodate our group, leaving one person seated awkwardly at the junction between them. That said, the hospitality more than made up for the less-than-ideal seating arrangement. Partway through our meal, after most of the food had arrived, a staff member (who I believe may have been an owner) stopped by to ask if we were celebrating anything special. When she learned it was a birthday dinner, she generously gifted our table a bottle of grape soju and even served it for us. She also promised ice cream for the younger members of the group at the end of the meal. During our conversation, she apologized for the seating situation and explained that some parties had stayed longer than expected, preventing the larger booth area from being available for our reservation. Her warmth and genuine kindness turned what could have been a minor disappointment into a memorable part of the evening. As for the food, I had the opportunity to try quite a few dishes. My favorite was easily the kimchi fried rice, which came on a hot skillet topped with cheese corn and a fried egg. It was flavorful, comforting, and something I would absolutely order again. The bulgogi pasta was probably my least favorite dish of the night. I enjoyed the creamy texture and the bit of spice, but there was something about the overall flavor that didn't quite work for me. The seafood pasta was much more successful, offering plenty of spice and flavor, though I found it a little too oily. We also tried both the beet salad and mushroom salad. The beet salad was a bit underwhelming and could have used more flavor, while the mushroom salad was surprisingly enjoyable. The katsu was another standout, with a massive portion and a perfectly crispy coating. My only criticism was that the accompanying potato salad was a little too egg-forward for my taste. Overall, Giwa delivered exactly what we were hoping for in terms of atmosphere. The beautiful interior design, welcoming ambiance, and attentive staff created a memorable dining experience. While not every dish was a hit, the highlights were excellent, and the exceptional hospitality was what truly made the evening stand out.

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    GIWA - Seating area

    Seating area

    GIWA - Dutch baby pancakes

    Dutch baby pancakes

    GIWA - Long prime rib

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    AC Lounge + Gin Bar

    AC Lounge + Gin Bar

    4.7(15 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    My friend and I were in the mood for a good martini. Happened to be Super Bowl Sunday, so finding…read morean open spot was interning. We decided on AC Lounge and Gin Bar, and we were so happy we did!! Our martinis were so so delicious, my only complain was there were no bleu cheese stuffed olives haha. The amount of seating was amazing both indoors and outdoors! The service was perfect. As mentioned it was Super Bowl Sunday so there were plenty of happy fans, even still service was fast and friendly AND my friend and I could hear each other perfectly due to the amount of space and seating. This would be a good date spot.

    After having a few beers at another bar, my friend and I were looking for the next place to hang…read moreout. This place showed up on my search. At first I was skeptical since this was a bar inside a hotel and the reviews were scarce. Showed up to the hotel and couldn't really find the bar so had to ask the front desk. Our bartender Fernando was cool though. Made us some good drinks and yes, as a gin bar, they did have some good gin selections. As a home bartender, I've made some of these drinks. I didn't think the Romos Gin Fizz was what I expected as what I made was quite different. I never made the Last Word as I don't have green Chartreuse. The Last Word was more complex than I had anticipated probably because of the green Chartreuse. Fernando used Starbucks coffee in the espresso martini. The coffee was good, but unfortunately overpowered the gin. If we had known, we probably would have asked for a stronger gin. The negroni was good, but not really my kind of drink. I started to like it a bit after some ice melted and the bitter taste was not as dominant. We were the only customers at the bar from 9:30 to 11pm. Appreciated the space all to ourselves and Fernando's drinks and company.

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    AC Lounge + Gin Bar
    AC Lounge + Gin Bar - The last word

    The last word

    AC Lounge + Gin Bar - Some of the gin bottles on display. (There are more in a cabinet off to the side.)

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    Some of the gin bottles on display. (There are more in a cabinet off to the side.)

    Eos & Nyx - Dining Room

    Eos & Nyx

    4.2(711 reviews)
    8.4 miDowntown
    Locally owned & operated
    Takes reservations

    Hands down my favorite restaurant in San Jose. The food is always excellent, and their cocktails…read moreare delightful. I have never once been disappointed with a dish, and I love trying new dishes on their menu. The staff is awesome, and the place has a cool astehtic vibe. I highly recommend, just know that it is a bit pricey but the experience is totally worth it. P.S. they give you palate cleaners snack in between courses for free. I had hibiscus herbal tea and and an adorable mini waffle cone, filled with crème fraîche, and topped with caviar (honestly never thought I'd like caviar before trying out this place for the first time).

    Went to Eos and Nyx in a Wednesday for my husband's birthday…read more The place has been done up to give a modern, almost industrial but cozy feeling with warm lighting and plants all around. The kitchen is open and you can appreciate the chefs working on their open wood fired grills and pizza ovens, which imparts a faint, woody, aromatic fragrance in the restaurant. The staff is polite and courteous. They left a signed note on the table for my husband's birthday which was a sweet gesture. For the drinks, we started with the jean claude pandan, pandan being the my husband's current favorite ingredient in food and drinks. I had the drink with dill, which the server warned me about being centered around the flavor of pickles (which I am personally fond of). The pandan drink was a light and refreshing highball and I found the dill cocktail to be creamy and delicious, but didn't really leave me with a sour aftertaste. For food, we went with the drip trio platter which came with fresh pita bread pieces, and the drip trio of hummus with roe on top, chilled tzatziki, and muhammara. Then we moved on to the oysters which were fresh, will a dressing of an herb oil of some sort. They also had a complementary palette cleanser in between which was a shot of watermelon and orange juice. For maincourse, my husband went for the tagliatelle and I chose the ravioli, both choices were corroborated by our server to be the right ones to go for. The tagliatelle is expensive because of the lobster and caviar that it comes with. However, the pasta is delicious and comes in a decadent sauce. Not a lot of lobster pieces though. The ravioli had a robust mushroom flavor and came with a light sauce of mushrooms, crispy fried shallots, and pine nuts. We skipped dessert because we were pretty full already. Would definitely recommend this place for a cozy dinner out but it's quite expensive so might not be a place to go to frequently.

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    Eos & Nyx - Dining Room

    Dining Room

    Eos & Nyx - Dining Room Staircase

    Dining Room Staircase

    Eos & Nyx - Mezzanine Bar

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    Shosha - indpak - Updated August 2026

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