Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve

Cristo Rey Dr
Los Altos, CA 94022

Flor D. writes: My experience went something like...
making our own parking space in a tiny little lot
then
walking by 2 friendly yet hungry horses and some poop
then
Up Up Up and away, never looking back.

According to my hula hooping pal Mary, we burned a whole serving…

Windy Hill Open Space Preserve

Skyline Blvd
Portola Valley, CA 94028

Guru T. writes: Whether you want to leave civilization behind (http://www.flickr.com/...)  even for just a short bit or you feel like taking the stairway to heaven (http://www.flickr.com/...) or just desire to soar above mere mortals (http://www.flickr.com/...),…

Kaygetsu

325 Sharon Park Dr
Ste A2
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Keiko S. writes: They offer kaiseki from Wednesday thru Saturday only, but we decided to go on a Sunday anyway with our parents visiting from Japan. I needed to impress them before they flew back the next morning, and the four mini tables at Wakuriya were already…

Back A Yard Caribbean American Grill

1189 Willow Rd
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Martin D. writes: One of the few places that comes highly recommended on this ridiculous site and is actually deserving of the hype.

It's just an exit away from the hellhole known as University Avenue so you can take your silly little date to this place instead and…

Kepler's Books

1010 El Camino Real
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Amélie P. writes: Yes, I bought a harry potter scarf and beanie here.

And a wand.

And I walked around in a cape.

Ok not really, but I do have a cape.

Is that weird?

Something to be said about a "social life" before turning 21 when the highlight of your year is going to…

Cindy's Nail Care

1452 El Camino Real
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Julie M. writes: Ditto Alison D.!

The Milk Pail Market

2585 California Street
Mountain View, CA 94040

Mercy B. writes: Very cool place. Been meaning to stop by here for ages, and I'm glad that I finally did!

I had heard that this place had a farmer's market type of feel. I agree with that, but with much more. I didn't have much time to explore, but I was amazed at…

Google Mail - Gmail

1600 Amphitheater Parkway
Mountain View, CA 94043

laura b. writes: So check this out.  my yahoo account since freshman year in college is mrpenguino@yahoo.com. (long story.  it involves lack of sleep, drugs and hallucinations.  BO-ring.)  so naturally when i received an invite to join gmail, i tried to secure …

Main Street Coffee Roasting Company

150 Elm St
Redwood City, CA 94061

Heather C. writes: My random haiku:

Off the beaten path.
Cool.  Healthy.  Filling.  Homey.
Patio is best.

Wegman's Nursery

492 Woodside Rd
Redwood City, CA 94061

David P. writes: THE place for us to go for ordering bare root roses or other plants for our garden. The lay out is such that its easy to walk around and see everything very clearly as opposed to having everything cramped together in a corner.

What's more, I've…

Fleur De Cocoa

39 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

jessie j. writes: this is the most authentic french bakery in the bay area, and i've made the rounds.  everything is perfect from the croissants to the macaroons to the fleur de sels.  even if you live in marin, if you even long for just what a patisserie in france…

Los Gatos Cafe

340 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Connie C. writes: I met up with my friends, who I'd say are the equivalent to Brangelina - the HOTTEST couple, with the most adorable 18 mo. old hapa daughter - for Mother's Day brunch. Since my mom is in Taiwan, I wanted to treat another one of my favorite mommies…

Los Gatos Meats & Smoke House

575 University Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Karen W. writes: My Chicken Club Sandwich was Effing delicious! Service was friendly, food was prepared fairly quickly, and the meat is sooo good. You get a choice of a large variety of breads (including wheat, sourdough, dutch crunch...) and cheeses (cheddar, swiss,…

Bullwinkle's

777 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Bobby U. writes: It was all about that balloon machine near the entrance. I remember the last time we went here it was out of order and I was pissed. Balloon machine I miss thee.

Camera 7 Cinema

1875 S Bascom Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Flor D. writes: PSSST...they still take student ID cards...you know discounts!
AMC and century..not so much.
I love the price for 2 at 15 bucks...just my style and right up my budget!
I love that they have independent flicks.
I love the location.
I love the red velvet…

Peet's Coffee & Tea

20807 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Art S. writes: Yelpers MAKE A DIFFERENCE....About 4 or 5 days after Tom T.'s unflattering review, Peet's constructed a couple of wooden posts roped off with a sign that says, "the line starts here".  

I love the coffee here!  Service is always friendly and I have to…

Rage Hair Salon

565 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Jeannette Z. writes: I go here because of Christina. Great stylist...knows what to do with my out of control curly hair and she is just so much fun. (I need to start bringing in booze to my appointments just for kicks...)

Hint: I make my appointments directly with…

herbalMINERAL

20279 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Eugene F. writes: I again, am the only guy to have reviewed this place.  Dear Lord.  This is starting a really bad precedent--depending on how you look at it.  For my birthday last year, a couple that I'm friends with gave me a gift certificate for this place.  I'm…

It's A Grind Coffee House

19622 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95015

Mary T. writes: A great place to study or Yelp to your heart's content. Me, Cal and Thanh-John decided to hang here for an hour or two or three...or has it been four? Free wi-fi, great drinks, clean and open space. I really like this place. I tried the cafe mocha…

Icing On the Cake

50 W Main St
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Cindi N. writes: Oh Em Gee!!! Oh Em Gee!!! Oh Em Gee!!!

i have died and gone to heaven.

finally...a place that makes banana cakes that tastes and smells banana (y) (ie)...how the hell do you add the (y) or (ie) at the end?

now, i would give them 5 stars if they can do…

Spa Los Gatos

100 S Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Kitty M. writes: Dark room
Exfoliating gloves and exfoliating gel
Warm towels
Warm slick velvety mud
Silky smooth paint brush
Cocoon wrap
Scalp massage
Rain shower
Whirlpool bath with oils, snacks, water and cool towels
Body butter

If you think I just described the set up for…

Vasona Lake County Park

333 Blossom Hill Road
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Flor D. writes: Being HOT in San Jose-YUCK.
Getting AC bill next month-YUCK.
Needing some fresh air and remembering a certain tree with lots of shade that will keep you cool-priceless yes, but more importantly a simple reminder of good living in California!…

The LEGO Store

2855 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Level 1
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Christopher S. writes: Dang, and I just knew I would be the first one to review this place!

Okay, most of what you find in the Lego store you'll find in a well-stocked Toys 'R Us, or maybe in the Lego Catalog.  But there is one thing you'll find at the Lego Stores that…

Calmar Bicycles

2236 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95050

watani f. writes: my first experience with this shop was when i was shopping for a full suspension specialized bike.  after finding out they were an official testing center for specialized and they were closer to me than trail head, i thought this would be harmless…

Sky High Sports

2880 Mead Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95051

luis .. writes: Fatties like me shouldn't fly unless we buy a ticket on Jet Blue.  Seriously, I should always do my best to stay as connected with the ground as possible.

Here at Sky High sports they throw conventional wisdom out the window and encourage you to be…

Central Park Library

2635 Homestead Rd
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Keiko S. writes: My New Library.

Actually, it might as well be my new home, and here are (some of) the reasons why:

* This is a split-level library that's set up really nicely. Simple, bright, orderly and user friendly. You can't get lost.

* There are tables and desks…

Barefoot Coffee Roasters

5237 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95051

van ness d. writes: I love coffee.  I love the jittery "Oh-my-God-I feel-like-a-crackhead" buzz you get when you have some strong-ass coffee.  When I went, I ordered the 'All-nighter' (not because I had to pull one or anything, I just like my coffee chock full o'…

Foreign Affair

490 Perry Court
Santa Clara, CA 95054

Ben L. writes: Art D. below said that "If you own a Honda or Acura and live in the South Bay, this is the place to go for maintenance!"

I say that even if you live in Napa, this is the place to go.

I'd give them 6 stars if I could.

When I first moved down to the bay…

Deepa the Threading Queen

3400 De La Cruz Blvd
Ste F
Santa Clara, CA 95054

Colleen H. writes: This experience was very strange and a little 3rd world.

I had caterpillars mating on my forehead for the last 3 months. They spun a cocoon and butterflies were just about to hatch when I decided to drive way the hell out to Deepa. Don't get me wrong…

Streetlight Records

941 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Eric S. writes: When I lived in Santa Cruz for my "Year of No Light" I spent sooo much time trolling the racks of Streetlight, looking for Emo and Hardcore albums.  At one point, I was here so much that I thought the staff was secretly making fun of me every time I…

Zoccoli's Delicatessen

1534 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

margot b. writes: This is THE sandwich place in Santa Cruz, and they seem like they would just kick serious ass judging by the menu and sandwich descriptions. Everything I read had my mouth watering.

All I can really say here is: OVERRATED.

Definitely stay away from the…

Bonny Doon Vineyard

10 Pine Flat Rd
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Tom D. writes: The best job I ever had was working at Bonny Doon Vineyard. I loved the Santa Cruz mountains and the drive down to Highway 1 after work with the setting sun was the best reward of the day.

A guy named John had just started there the previous year. He…

Wilder Ranch State Park

1401 Coast Rd
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Jeremy P. writes: Wilder Ranch State Park has a lot to offer for the outdoor enthusiast.
Runners, mountain bikers, walkers, nature lovers, horseback riders, bird watchers, unicyclists (I'm not making this shit up), beach goers, picnic-ers, seal lovers, air lovers, and…

Pacific Cookie Company

1203 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Amy R. writes: This place is so cool!  They don't waste time and energy on other crappy non-cookie related desserts.  Nope...it's just cookies...good ol' American style cookies.  You walk in and you smell cookies all around.  Nothing but glorious cookie goodness.…

Cafe LimeLight

1016 Cedar St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Bradley O. writes: Wow.  Just...wow.  5 whoppin' stars for Limelight!

I have a new favorite restaurant in Santa Cruz!  I called earlier tonight to inquire if there was a place for dogs at Limelight and was told that the entire patio area was open.  Since I've got a…

Black China Bakery & Cafe

1121 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95067

Jen L. writes: what does an LA transplant do when she needs to escape for a simple breath of fresh southern shore air? she gets away, DUH* ...  *cough cough* can you believe how brutal SF's weather has been? it's june and i'm the only one that's sick ... =*( but i…

Rojoz Wraps & Smoothies

18562 Prospect Rd
Saratoga, CA 95070

Shannon C. writes: Top Three Most Frequently Used Expressions

1. "Boddingtons, please", said to bartenders from San Francisco to London.
2. "I have a question...", said to librarians since the age of four.
3. "Holy Frijole, please", said to the clerks at Rojoz since…

Sofa Lounge

372 S 1st St
San Jose, CA 95106

Susy C. writes: I can't believe this place shut down. That makes me really really really sad.

At least I got to see Peanut Butter Wolf spin in an intimate location.
Ahhh good times, good times.

Camera 12 Cinema

201 S 2nd St
San Jose, CA 95113

mary a. writes: as a huge, beloved fan of zombie flicks, i particularly picked camera 12 to watch george romero's "diary of the dead", for i had a good inkling that this theatre will serve me a fine, enjoyable time to see some "flesh-eating, dead, inorganic…