The Milpitas Square Mall offers the greatest density of high-quality Asian restaurants in Silicon Valley. Here are five of my favorites.

Chili Garden Great Szechuan food. Try the Chonqing chicken and you see why. 210 Barber Lane, Milpitas. 408.526.9888.

Darda Seafood Restaurant Something of a rare bird, Darda specializes in Muslim Chinese food from western China. Outstanding beef noodle soup. 296 Barber Lane, Milpitas. 408.433.5199.

Maruichi Great ramen served with house-made noodles. 530 Barber Lane, Milpitas. 408.434.5991.

Mayflower One of the South Bay's top spots for dim sum. 428 Barber Lane, Milpitas. 408.922.2700.

Nutrition House Another rarity, Nutrition House specializes in the hearty, potato-loving cuisine of Dongbei from northeastern China. 496 Barber Lane, Milpitas. 408. 428.9285.

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