Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants 2025: The Good Salad in Santa Clara Ranks #8

By Ben Landis, Marketing Manager

Santa Clara’s vibrant culinary scene has always been a point of pride for locals and a delight for visitors. Today, we’re celebrating a remarkable milestone: The Good Salad has been named one of Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants for 2025, ranking #8 nationwide.

Why The Good Salad Made Yelp’s Top 100 in 2025

What started as a small takeout-only window in Santa Clara has quickly blossomed into a thriving fast-casual brand, now with locations in Palo Alto, Los Altos, and Campbell. The Good Salad has built a loyal following by specializing in fresh, made-to-order salads that are both delicious and nutritious.

Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants 2025: The Good Salad in Santa Clara Ranks #8

Known for its commitment to high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, The Good Salad offers a customizable menu where guests can build their own bowls or choose from chef-curated creations—each packed with vibrant greens, proteins, and house-made dressings. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch or fueling up post-workout, The Good Salad delivers bold flavors and fresh ingredients in every bite.

From Takeout Window to Top 10 in America

This recognition isn’t just a win for The Good Salad—it’s a huge moment for Santa Clara’s food scene. Being ranked among the top 10 eateries nationwide highlights the exceptional talent, innovation, and passion found in our city.

Reflecting on this journey, owner Sanad Al Souz shares:
“It feels surreal, starting this concept from scratch at a literal warehouse almost four years ago, to cracking the top 10 nationwide.”

From a single takeout window to multiple thriving locations, The Good Salad’s dedication to quality and community has resonated with diners and critics alike. This achievement further cements Santa Clara as a must-visit culinary destination, inviting food lovers to explore the diverse flavors and incredible dining experiences the city has to offer.

Customer Favorites at The Good Salad

At The Good Salad, every bowl is made fresh, and you can customize your own salad with your favorite ingredients. Whether you’re in the mood for extra protein, more greens, or a different dressing, you have the freedom to build the perfect salad. But if you’re looking for some of the most-loved menu items, here are a few that keep customers coming back:

🔥 Blazing Bird Salad – A favorite with Halal Cajun chicken breast, black beans, corn, pico de gallo, crispy fried onions, avocado, and House Chipotle Ranch Dressing on the side.

🥩 Steak Supreme Salad – A protein-packed choice featuring Tri-Tip Steak, smoked bacon pieces, crumbled blue cheese, house-pickled red onion, sweet dry cranberries, and sliced scallions, paired with House Buttermilk Ranch Dressing on the side.

🥗 Cali Ceezer Salad – A fresh take on a classic Caesar, featuring Halal Cajun chicken breast, chopped romaine, avocado, toasted almonds, shaved parmesan cheese, and House Pesto Caesar Dressing on the side.

While these are customer favorites, you can always mix and match ingredients to create a salad that fits your personal taste. Whether you’re craving bold flavors, extra crunch, or a protein-packed meal, The Good Salad has something for everyone!

From a single takeout window to multiple thriving locations, The Good Salad’s commitment to quality and community has clearly struck a chord with diners and critics alike. This achievement further cements Santa Clara as a must-visit culinary destination, inviting food lovers to explore the diverse flavors and incredible dining experiences our city has to offer.