I'm excited to report that on Friday, June 12, a remarkable new culinary destination, Asia Live, opens its doors at Westfield Valley Fair. This expansive Asian food emporium, spearheaded by renowned chef George Chen, will feature a planned rooftop terrace and multiple bars. It's set to challenge every expectation of mall dining in Santa Clara, attracting diners far beyond typical shoppers. East Bay Times and Mercurynews report the venue spans 15,000 square feet, while according to Forbes, it measures 13,000 square feet and will seat 350.
We often think of mall food courts as places for a quick, casual bite. However, George Chen's Asia Live is launching as an expansive, multi-concept culinary destination. The launch of George Chen's Asia Live as an expansive, multi-concept culinary destination completely redefines the norm, offering a much more ambitious experience.
I believe this ambitious venture signals a significant shift. It transforms shopping centers into true culinary destinations, and I wouldn't be surprised if it inspires similar high-end food concepts in retail environments across the country.
A Culinary Metropolis Takes Shape
Asia Live is designed as a sprawling destination, not just a collection of eateries. The venue spans between 13,000 and 15,000 square feet, according to Forbes and East Bay Times, respectively. This substantial footprint is planned to accommodate 350 diners.
Within this vast space, visitors will find multiple restaurants, vibrant bars, a dedicated retail marketplace, and interactive cooking stations. The inclusion of multiple restaurants, vibrant bars, a dedicated retail marketplace, and interactive cooking stations positions Asia Live as a comprehensive culinary and entertainment hub, truly exceeding what we typically expect from mall dining. Based on the expansive 13,000-15,000 square foot footprint and the inclusion of multiple bars, a retail marketplace, and cooking stations, Asia Live is not merely a restaurant but a strategic anchor designed to transform Westfield Valley Fair into a comprehensive entertainment and culinary destination, potentially revitalizing the entire mall experience.
