Leave it to Silicon Valley to reinvent the idea of a gaming lounge. AFK replaces your idea of a bland computer cafe with its massive computer gaming venue. A full bar serves craft cocktails and beers, and the kitchen offers a menu of pub bites, burgers, and pizzas. [Photo]

The newly opened Continental Lounge and Patio fits in well with the SOFA district’s artistic vibe. Located in a historic 1917 brick building, the Continental serves craft cocktails and specialty beers alongside guest DJs and live performances. [Photo]

This wildly popular new Japanese restaurant features a modern and upscale decor with a focus on high-quality sushi and artfully plated sashimi. If you arrive early enough, you may be one of the few lucky customers to snag an order of prized uni, presented in the shell of a sea urchin at the restaurant's large, round sushi bar. [Photo]

Newly opened Noodle Dude does one thing really well — noodles. The menu is simple enough: pick between rice, ramen, or yam, spinach, and green tea noodles; chose up to three toppings (chicken, filet mignon, brisket, egg, mushroom, and veggies); and broth, from Mongolian, tonkotsu, miso, or veggie. Fast and casual, even the pickiest eater will find something to their liking. [Photo]

A fresh addition to the SOFA Market, On The Flip Side is a solid visit for any burger fan. On The Flip Side prepares its burgers with local, grass-fed beef and takes on some creative toppings, such as the Surf n Turf with sauted shrimp. [Photo]

A fresh addition to the South Bay’s already vibrant Indian restaurant culture, Sagar Vegstaurant features an all-you-can-eat lunch and dinner buffet serving an array of Indian vegetarian dishes. The restaurant is very new, but the early word is bullish on the puris and rotis. [Photo]

From executive chef Jim Stump of the Table and Los Gatos Brewing Company, Stumpy’s is a no-fuss burger and hot dog joint serving both classic fare as well as modern spins like the banh mi hot dog. Complete the old fashioned feel with a Strauss Creamery root beer float. [Photo]

Another hot property in the new SOFA Market, the Fountainhead Bar takes its name from the 1943 novel by Ayn Rand about a young architect. Perhaps unsurprisingly, owner Thang Do is an architect by practice. The bar features a seasonal cocktail menu with architectural influence, like the "Post Modern," made with Hendrick's gin, lime, Seven Trees tonic water, blueberries, and an edible flower garnish. [Photo]

From the owners of the successful Opa! local Greek restaurant empire, Willard Hicks is a modern take on the classic American steakhouse. Of course the menu includes standard fare like chops and steaks, but keep an eye out for unexpected dishes, such as the poblano cornbread prepared in a cast-iron skillet and seared ahi street tacos. [Photo]