The article highlights two significant additions to Santana Row: Augustine, a trendy dining establishment offering exceptional food and ambiance, and its adjacent coffee shop, Café Augustine. These spots contribute positively to the area's culinary landscape, especially in comparison to the upscale competition from the nearby Valley Fair mall, which has transformed from an uninspiring food court to a sought-after dining destination. The evolving dining scene at Santana Row encapsulates a shift in consumer preferences, with Augustine representing a sophisticated alternative to the more casual trends seen in recent years.
"Augustine is a step completely beyond the current trend at Santana Row, which has lately seemed to lean toward more casual food."
"There's some irony here. Valley Fair was once the bastion of a pretty mediocre food court, which made the Cheesecake Factory and Nordstrom's Bazille look high end."
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