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Elite Cleaners
824 E Campbell Avenue
Campbell,
CA
95008
Carlo L. writes: I haven't been to many cleaners but Elite Cleaners can't be beat in terms of quality of work. I came in with 7 shirts and 2 pairs of slacks. One of the slacks had crazy detergent stains that I thought were done for. Lo and behold, I come back 4…
Outback Steakhouse
1887 S Bascom Avenue
Campbell,
CA
95008
Ryan T. writes: A vegetarian at a steakhouse? LOL, not quite, as I am a pescetarian--that is, someone who eats fish but not red meat, chicken, etc. So definitely choices for me at Outback. Last Saturday marked a nice get together with a group I have been…
Chez Sovan
2425 S Bascom Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Jane L. writes: So if Cambodian food tastes a little like Thai and Vietnamese food, that would make sense since it's geographically between those countries.
Chez Sovan offered my first Cambodian experience. And I loved it. We ordered the Catfish Amok that was…
Palermo Pizza
915 S San Tomas Aquino Rd
Campbell,
CA
95008
Philly P. writes: I love this place. The pizza is priced really nicely. They're bread is great... plus they don't skimp you on the toppings. They pile them on really thick, and trust me you will be full.
Cost Cutters Family Hair Care
1648 S Bascom Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Amber G. writes: My little guy needed a haircut in a MAJOR way.
See, I fancy myself as a wanna-be hairstylist (HAHAHA) and I cut my husband's hair (#5 all over, trim the sideburns and the back and whammo, he's done) but my kid likes his hair a little longer and so I…
McQuaide's Salon & Boutique
2360 S Bascom Ave Ste H
Campbell,
CA
95008
Melanie N. writes: From the time I was 16 to the time I was about 26 I frequented this salon on a regular basis.
Cheryl was my style guru for many years! We went from reds, to browns to blonde, and never was I dissatisfied. She really listens to what you want, but is…
Boswell's
1875 S Bascom Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Victor C. writes: Dropped by next door (that would be here) while waiting for a movie. Still pretty early in the evening, so finding a stool at the bar was no problem.
Ordered my pint of Guinness, again... no problem... though as people started showing up, it would…
Morita's Picture Framing
820 W Hamilton Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Heidi C. writes: I am very happy with my experience with Morita's. I was given ample help in picking out matting and a custom frame and the result turned out incredible.
The job did take almost 4 weeks but it was well worth the wait.
Stacks
139 E Campbell Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Jamie J. writes: Co-worker: Hey Jamie, what did you have for breakfast this morning?
Me: A slice of cake from Dick's Bakery.
Co-worker: Cake?!? For Breakfast?!?! Dude, that's so unhealthy! You can't eat that crap for breakfast!
Me: I know, I know. So, what did…
Dress Barn-Dress Barn Woman
Hamilton Plaza Shopping Center
1650 S Bascom Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Janna M. writes: I also, was deterred for years by the name. I mean really. Sounds at best like clothes for my midwestern grandmother.
Then I was heard complaining one too many times about my inability to buy new clothes due to lack of $$$, and my boss recommended I…
Shebele Ethiopian Restaurant
422 E Campbell Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Jonathan P. writes: I'm not sure that Ethiopian food is for everyone; but, it's deffinately was for me. The other night, Pualena took me to Shebele for dinner, after years (well, maybe not years, but you know what I mean) of suggesting trying it. The funny thing is, I…
Mrs Fields Cookies
1875 S Bascom Ave
Ste 152
Campbell,
CA
95008
Jane D. writes: This shop is in a square box in the middle of the Pruneyard. The employee who helped me pick out my cookies looked seemed really underwhelmed by all her responsibilities. She was playing with her phone when I entered. I don't blame her..She's like a…
Best Taste Chinese Restaurant
2360 S Bascom Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Ed L. writes: I went there again last month. Again, I had my standard and what Cindy knows as, "Ed's Special Curry Shrimp", as I say. It's snow peas, onions and prawns in a think, heavy yellow curry... Heavenly
Mio Vicino Restaurant
384 E Campbell Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Emily C. writes: I might give this place another shot, but for now, 3 stars. Too expensive, not enough vegetarian options, and when we got takeout from there (about an hour before closing), they put fucking chicken in my ravioli, which was optional and which we did…
Mary Totman MD OB/GYN
476 E Campbell Avenue
Campbell,
CA
95008
- -. writes: This was my OB/GYN during my pregnancy, and what can I say... she is the best of the best.
It was my first pregnancy, and as you can imagine I was scared like hell about the whole thing. I didn't know what to expect.
During my visits, I was always…
Roadsport
86 Railway Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Carla M. writes: Even though I purchased the car private party, it was from one of the guys who runs Roadsport. The car was in their lot, on their website, etc.
Roadsport is incredibly nice, professional and I really feel they care about the cars they sell AND that…
Wheel Away Cycle Center
402 E Hamilton Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Jen W. writes: I bought my road bike here about a year ago and loved the service I got. The day I went to buy my bike, they were super busy, so one of the employee's friend's actually got me sold on my bike. Even though he didn't work there, he spent 45 minutes…
California Hair Depot
1768 Winchester Blvd
Campbell,
CA
95008
Shirlena D. writes: They have every kind of hair extension you can think of. Nicely priced too. You can choose the tracks you want and have them sewn in next door for only 20.00 a track. Fine work. I have been going to this place for a year now and every time I am…
Gold's Gym
700 W Hamilton Ave
Campbell,
CA
95008
Susan V. writes: By far my favorite out of all of the Golds gym locations. It's not like a Club One "Health Club" it's a full on Gym. I love to lift weights and the whole first floor is all about lifting. No "Fluff" just hard core working out. The other Gym members…
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
370 Distel Cir
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Lu L. writes: I have been a patient with PAMF for over 2 years. The reason I ended with them is that when it was time for my yearly exam, they were able to schedule almost immediately. I have found that with other doctors, I have to wait at least one month for an…
Goodwill of Santa Clara County
251 Main St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Lawrence T. writes: This upscale goodwill is called GW; the place is tiny and doesn't have a large selection but it did have some designer clothing. The mens section was pushed into the back by the books and the rear door. The store is clean and well organized and I was…
Susie's Sushi Japanese Restaurant
4546 El Camino Real
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Samantha P. writes: This place was awesome. But I thought they got shut down for serving alcohol to minors?
Sushiko
4546 El Camino Real
Ste A4
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Ken K. writes: Before Sushiko, there was Suzy's or Susie's Sushi. It was a Chinese run sushi boat moat merry go round (kaitenzushi) that let's just say was bad enough eventually drove Susie to do something else to pay the bills (strangely enough when I did try…
Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District
330 Distel Cir
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Joyita A. writes: If you love Fungii, bring Liza and get schooled on what mushrooms are really about. If you love Redwoods, you'll love it here. I am a Bay Area Native and I had no idea this place existed before today. BANANA SLUG! I heart Banana Slugs!
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Pet's Delight
390 State St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
florance c. writes: 3 1/2 stars.
Pros:
-Good variety of dog food, including some I've never seen. They had the usual Wellness and other nice brands, but they had a lot of different ones with a focus on holistic and healthy food.
-Lots of different kinds of snacks,…
European Cobblery Comfort Shoes & Expert Repairs
201 1st St
Los Altos Hills,
CA
94022
Cynthia C. writes: Motto: Happy feet make happy people.
Don't drive around DT Los Altos in search of parking. Park directly across the street at Safeway, sign says, "Public Parking"
Quality workmanship and straight shooting customer service. 2nd location is in PA. …
Reitmeir's Werkstatt, Inc.
309 1st St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
dana l. writes: Had two tires drop shipped from TireRack to Reitmeir's, and made an appointment to have them installed today at lunchtime.
I realize that it's not only lunchtime for me, but for their workers too, so I appreciate somebody sticking around at noon to…
Dean's Designs
328 Main St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Donna S. writes: I had my wedding ring made by Larry at Dean's Designs.
I had gone to several other places, but didn't find what I wanted. What makes Dean's different is that the designs are actually "Dean's Designs" they make almost all the items in the store. My…
Uncommon Threads
293 State St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Maryanne R. writes: This shop will always be dear to me. They were here to serve the knitting community long before most of the trendier shops out there today. These folks taught me how to go from scarves and baby blankets to socks and sweaters and knitting with more…
All About Mom And Me
220 State Street #1
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Irene O. writes: I didn't know what to get to my very picky friend for her baby shower so I gave her a gift certificate to this shop. Now she is one of their big fans! They have sophisticated baby things. The owner lady is extremely is nice and always has such gentle…
A.G. Ferrari Foods
295 Main St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Barb B. writes: Mmmmm....panini sandwiches......Finally, a good sandwich place downtown Stepford, er, I mean Saratoga, er, I mean Los Altos. The panini was molto saporito and the chocolate torte was chocolaty. Yeah,yeah..its a bit pricey but it was tasty. Save your…
Beausejour French Restaurant
170 State St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Tom A. writes: I agree with the first review. Yesterday I had the french onion soup and a caesar salad with lots of anchovies, a great lunch. I have gone there for years for delicious dinners. They are also open on Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners when most…
Outrage Salon
168 Main St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
brooklyn c. writes: Better result than you're willing to pay for.
I knew I was taking a risk by paying only $35 (!!!) for my haircut (first time is $35, after that, still only $60). Usually, you get what you pay for. But, i was desperate to have my haircut that day and…
Cafe Bombay
4546 El Camino Real
at San Antonio
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Kristine D. writes: This is one of my favorite Indian restaurants! The food is good, I've always been particularly fond of the buffet --- in fact, I craved it during both of my pregnancies! The ambiance at Bombay is pleasant and the staff is very nice. Conveniently…
Alice's Stick Cookies
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Jennifer G. writes: picked these up today from draeger's in san mateo and they are
unfreakingbelievably scrumdiddlydumptious. i have a feeling there's a stick of butter in each cookie, but cellulite be damned...
update 12/30/07:
i purchased 2 cases of these cookies from…
Chris's Fish & Chips
209 1st Street
Los Altos,
CA
94022
greg t. writes: This has to be the best fish and chips place on the peninsula. Big portions of fish and chips. The 2 piece fish and chips is plenty but if you're really hungry go for the 3 piece.
I've tried H.S. Salt Fish and Chips, Prince of Wales in San Mateo but…
The Cravery
378 Main St
Los Altos,
CA
94022
Connie C. writes: Ever since last Friday's big storm prevented me from going out to The Cravery, I've been craving a pot pie. So with a break in the storm, I decided to make a trip to downtown Los Altos, which lucky for me, has The Cravery right on Main Street, and I…