La Fuente Fish & Chips

265 West Calaveras Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

Christian d. writes: Fish and Chip shops are a dying breed in the SF Bay Area. So when I stumbled upon this place, I was excited, but also nervous. Would this be a pass? or would it be a place i'd want to frequent and support for a long while?

Let me start out by saying,…

Trail Dust BBQ

17240 Monterey St
Morgan Hill, CA 95037

Art S. writes: Yippee ki yay mofo!  To quote a my favorite line in "Die Hard" and get you in the cowboy mood.  If you have a serious carnivores hankering this place has some of the best smoked bbq ribs around.  I drive my big ass down there just to pick up some…

Salon Blu

2251 The Alameda
Santa Clara, CA 95050

jen s. writes: shit man, i didn't get a free first haircut/color as described by micah b.

i have a lot to say about salon blu, so i guess i'll start with the bad. it's pretty expensive. be prepared to drop almost $200 for everything including tip. you do get your…

Kabab and Curry's

1498 Isabella St
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Kathleen M. writes: This place is a total sausage factory. And by that I mean penises-- many penises attached to many respective dudes. (And really, that's all I could mean, since Kabab and Currys is halal and pork sausage is therefore out of the question.)

Many men…

Sephora

2125 Stoneridge Mall Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Tsada K. writes: My mother says that if I do not start being more careful where I put my lips, I am going to be sorry.

But I can't help it.  I love to experiment.
With *color*, that is.
With *lip* color, that is.

I took my mother to Sephora a few weeks ago and she…

Gene's Fine Foods

2803 Hopyard Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Berg W. writes: Gene's you are expensive, but you outshine everything else in Pleasanton by far.

Yes, you do have fine foods. When my girlfriend used to live near Gene's, I was drawn there like a moth to a light bulb. Sure, I would stoop to 'blank'way or…

Torrid

1 Stoneridge Mall Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Lea B. writes: OK, so my friend got me a bangle-style bracelet from here and it's really cute but it just won't stay on my wrist.  I waited WA-HAY too long to see if I could exchange it (we're talking six months or longer), but I finally took it in the other day…

Sweet & Savory

5694 Stoneridge Dr
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Scotty D. writes: as i graduated high school sweet and savory opened it's doors and i would soon be getting my college degree in damn good sandwiches. they do very well for being in hacienda business park. this has got to be the kiss of death for most businesses but…

Nisene Marks Forest State Park

Aptos Creek Road and Soquel Drive
Aptos, CA 95001

Leanna W. writes: Fresh ocean air, gorgeous streams, banana slugs, shade, sun, picnic areas, clean trails.....what more can you ask for?  Les Stroud on Discovery says he has never been anywhere in  nature without finding human garbage...Les eat your words!  Cody and I…

Manuel's Mexican Restaurant

261 Center Avenue
Aptos, CA 95003

margot b. writes: Five stars alone because their margaritas kick serious ass when you aren't even looking to have your ass kicked. My pal lives up the street and swears by all of their food but I only indulged in the guac, chips and salsa - all good. And those wicked…

On the Corner Music

530 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Veronica V. writes: You won't come here looking for the newest Maroon 5 or Fergie CD but you will leave with something you didn't expect to find. This is the beauty of a store like this.

There is a good selection of vinyl here and a decent selection of CDs as well.  It…

Hobee's Restaurant

1875 S Bascom Ave
Suite 190
Campbell, CA 95008

Weide Z. writes: Hmmm.. I'm surprised at the comments on the quality of service at Hobee's because actually I was motivated to review this Hobee's *because* of the service.

Hobee's is a nice place for breakfasts, which I kind of *do* when the rest of the household…

Faux Salon

378 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Ginamarie H. writes: I have massively thick curly hair that can grab people if they walk too closely to me.  So I'm sure you can imagine my discomfort as soon as it came time to getting my bush hacked down again.

I am fairly new to the SJ area, and have already tried out…

Margaret's French Bakery

240 Dillon Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Mira G. writes: I ordered a specialty cake that looked like a tire for my BF who is a 4x4 off-roading fan. The cake was soooo cool! It was a chocolate torte cake covered in black fondant. It looked exactly like a tire and it tasted delicious!

A big thanks to Margaret…

Whole Foods Market

1690 S Bascom Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Kitty M. writes: Here is why I love Whole Foods (because never at Safeway would I do this):

Self: I need to pick up a salad, Im starvin.

I stop by WF on the way home

Self: I bet roasted broccoli and artichokes would be good with the marinated spilt chicken (on sale for…

Bombshell Boutique

301 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

jessie j. writes: as all of the previous reviews testify the owner of this boutique brooke is #1. adorable and super friendly and #2. actually interested in providing something cute at a very reasonable price.  i am so used to boutique shopping that involves receiving…

Taqueria Los Pericos

1611 W Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Nathan J. writes: free chips & salsa. refillable horchata. friendly workers. big portions. inexpensive eats. quality food. what more could you ask for?

you can sit inside or outside.
visa/mastercard accepted because it's everywhere that you want to be!
and this is where…

The Running Revolution

511 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Jackie N. writes: My visit to The Running Revolution solidified just how unapologetically shallow I am. My sister agreed to buy me new running shoes for my upcoming birthday and decided to have me fitted here after she had received excellent customer service during…

Orchard Valley Coffee

349 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Ryan T. writes: The first time I tried to come to Orchard Valley I had two huge bags full of books with which I intended to use to work on a final paper for a grad school class. However, on that afternoon, I could not find a table, so I sadly had to walk out the…

Sushi Zono

831 W Hamilton Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Randy F. writes: Hidden in the back of a nondescript mall, Sushi Zono is among quite a few sushi restaurants in Campbell.  I was drawn by the positive Yelp reviews and also the promise of quality sushi.  

On a quiet Wednesday night, I arrived at a lightly filled…

Salon Rache

1875 S Bascom Ave
Ste 2430
Campbell, CA 95008

Walter P. writes: I didn't realize that Kim and Joann were on vacation for a week during the 4th of July holiday.    I panicked for about an hour thinking what to do.   I haven't had a cut or color for about two months now. My hair had grown out of control with all…

America's Tire Co

980 E Hamilton Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Dave K. writes: I had a nail in my tire and they fixed it for FREE!  When I went in they were quick to greet and get all my info.  When I came back an hour later, the guy that helped me said Hi to me by name.  It's a great place to be in when the people know you by…

Coffee Society

1875 South Bascom Avenue
Suite 112
Campbell, CA 95008

Flor D. writes: Waiting in line for a movie, kinda freezing, wanting something warm....

CAFE!

What smart, intelligent people...to put a Coffee Society right next to the camera 7!  Genius...smart...excellen t.  Great service, great cups of joe, and chocolate crumble…

Jacquelyn Lorell, LAc - A New Day Healing Arts

621 E Campbell Ave
Ste 8
Campbell, CA 95008

Jason G. writes: You want to stick needles in me?!?!  And that's going to make my wrists and back feel better?!?!  Ha!  Earth to holistic/ancient medicine: We have these items called drugs.  We call them Advil, Tylenol, Bayer, etc.  They make you feel better.  It's…

Tsing Tao Chinese Restaurant

104 N San Tomas Aquino Rd
Campbell, CA 95008

Irene S. writes: One word:  JAJANGMYUN!  

The old recipe is back.

Wallin's Dive Center

1119 Industrial Rd Ste 7
San Carlos, CA 94070

Alice H. writes: I received my open water diver certification here. It's not cheap, but considering you are picking up a skill that you will be certified for for life, I think it's well worth it. Plus, imagine all the fishies you'll see!!

There are a few programs they…

East West Hockey

837 Industrial Rd., Unit D
San Carlos, CA 94070

Phil K. writes: The owner/operator of this shop definitely knows his stuff. He carries a huge line of equipment and also has quite a selection of pro returns (equipment supplied to pro teams) and unique items.

Clair De Lune

625 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070

Kim W. writes: I LOVE THIS PLACE!

Many people below mentioned that the sales people were snobby, but the one sales person that was there was really nice. I was in my school clothes with a gym bag... maybe it was because she overheard that i had enough money to buy…

Amazing Wok

1653 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070

Setareh N. writes: I have been ordering here for years.  My ultimate favorite is the cashew chicken..........I really think I'm addicted to it and must have it every 4-6 weeks.

I like how you order enough food for 10 people and they tell you 45  minutes for delivery…

The Countertop Store

151 Old County Rd
San Carlos, CA 94070

Hugh B. writes: The most unsexy, uncool substance on the planet is called Corian.  Consider the name alone:  Corian.  It is an empty, wimpy name, likely dreamt up by the same Caspar Milquetoast who thought Altria would be a pleasant  alternative to Philip Morris…

Undisputed Boxing Gym

883 E San Carlos Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070

karen b. writes: I've dreaded this day...I really do not want to write a review for Undisputed Boxing because, well, I just don't...I'm being selfish and want to keep this gym to myself...but alas I cannot and have therefore repented of my sinful ways...

Twice a week…

Toofu

Farmers Markets
S Murphy Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94085

x x. writes: Toofu is literally, a tofu maker on wheels.  With no set location, their mobile truck travels to several Farmers Markets throughout the peninsula and the East Bay (Fremont) over the weekend.

They pride themselves upon a simple menu of organic food…

Grand Indian Buffet

1214 Apollo Way, Suite# 404B
Sunnyvale, CA 94085

James K. writes: I don't know what it is about curry, but the smell has a habit of permeating every pore of your body, as well as every fiber of your clothing.  Now if you're hungry and in the mood for Indian, the smell ain't so bad.  However, if the lingering odor…

Taqueria Latina

195 E Maude Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94085

kim n. writes: My favorite taqueria in the south bay. It's still a hole in the wall but not like it once was. Anyone remember the time it was half the size (before they took over the appliance store next door), no signage, no paint and if you didn't speak Spanish,…

Purlescence Yarns

586 S Murphy Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Katia H. writes: I mostly go to this store because it carries Malabrigo yarn in many weights and colors.  Other than that, the selection is reasonable, but fairly boring.  I don't really like the atmosphere of the store, with its high ceiling and funny colored walls,…

The Garret

1777 S Bascom Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Jamal G. writes: So I thought... wait no I didn't...

How can I think I'd be the first to introduce The Garret?  I'm slippin'... too much SF Yelpin' to think I could write a review about something as special as The Garret, without anyone noticing.  I use to live…

Izabelz

915 S San Tomas Aquino Rd
Ste 300
Campbell, CA 95008

Jen S. writes: After keeping my hair long for the last several years, I decided that it was time for a change!!!  After my not-so-great experience with Nanel's Beauty School, I decided to invest my money into a stylist who knows what they're doing and I found…

Tgi's Sushi

100 W Hamilton Avenue
Suite C
Campbell, CA 95008

Mara T. writes: I worked near here for 2 years and never even knew this place existed. Random location, tiny strip mall, super packed. I love sitting on plastic chairs outside listening to the taqueria next door bump the Latin beats while waiting for my sushi # to…