Your guide to the 5 most popular spots in San Jose's North Valley neighborhood

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Claw Shack

Spending time in North Valley? Get to know this San Jose neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a tea spot to a pizza place.

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

1. Claw Shack

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Next up is Cajun/Creole and seafood spot Claw Shack, offering chicken wings and more, situated at 1696 Berryessa Road With 4.5 stars out of 1,122 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. Lobster tail, crab legs, shrimp and more seafood options are on the menu.

2. Vn Grill

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Vietnamese, Asian fusion and gluten-free spot Vn Grill is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 1085 E. Brokaw Road, Suite 20, 4.5 stars out of 840 reviews. Pick a noodle or rice base and add veggies, proteins and sauce of your choice at this street food style restaurant that also has Thai tea and spring rolls.

3. Gen Korean BBQ House

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Gen Korean BBQ House, a Korean and barbecue spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 6,919 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1628 Hostetter Road, Suite F to see for yourself. Stop in for lunch or dinner all-you-can-eat menu options like volcano chicken, Hawaiian steak, Cajun pork belly and more.

4. Toco Tea

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Check out Toco Tea, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 437 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bubble tea spot at 1694 Berryessa Road. Try milk teas, fruit teas, cream cheese teas, freezes and more at this tea shop.

5. The Pizza Box

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Finally, there's The Pizza Box, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 175 reviews. Stop by 148 S. Jackson Ave. to hit up the pizza spot next time you're in the neighborhood. The family-owned business has been open since 1984.

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