Sozo Sushi Restaurant

2835 Hopyard Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Scotty D. writes: well tonight for dinner i got some takeout from a good ole fave i forgot all bout! i went to pleasanton, my hometown to visit mom and dad and thought it would be good to hit up sozo sushi. this is a great sushi place if your ever in the area!

i got…

Essy's Tailoring & Clothier

4555 Hopyard Rd Ste 18
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Rick D. writes: I walked in the other night, desperate to get a new pair of pants that I had just bought for a last-minute cocktail dinner I was going to.

He took my measurements, took my pants, and was back in 10 minutes with a perfect hem.  $12 later I was out the…

Coles Bar B-Q & Catering

2590 Portola Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 95001

Bradley O. writes: Seriously why is it so hard to find a stellar BBQ joint in Santa Cruz at a reasonable (read: cheap) price?

My experience was very similar to the Aptos version.  Here are highlights.

The Bad:
Scuzzy upkeep
bland/uber-soggy slaw
Dry, borderline burnt, tough…

Tyrolean Inn Restaurant

9600 Highway 9
Ben Lomond, CA 95005

David P. writes: Beer garden among the redwoods overlooking a jumping house for the kids to run around while their parents relax and suck down some good German brews: priceless.

The rest of the experience is not necessarily as memorable, but after a liter of beer,…

Scopazzi's Restaurant & Lounge

13300 Big Basin Way
Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Kristan B. writes: How come there are no reviews for this place?!

Oh, that's RIGHT, it's in Boulder Creek. And it looks like the tackiest place on earth from the outside. I have driven by this place many times over the past year because my boyfriend lives just a few…

Good Tastes Wine and Cheese Bar

379 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Kelly B. writes: Best place for a girl's night!

Good tastes has a lovely patio that's perfect for a summer evening after work.  I generally pass the wines by the glass and let the ladies recommend a bottle over $30.00 - the corkage is free and then you'll have plenty…

Ricos Tacos

2523 Winchester Blvd
Campbell, CA 95008

Linda T. writes: Good & cheap food!  Healthy?  I'm not so sure about that.  Well, 2 out of three ain't bad.  I've had various burritos & tacos here.  There's also tortas (sandwiches), flautas, tostadas, & quesadillas.  You get your choice of meat:  carnitas (pork),…

Classic Car Wash

981 E Hamilton Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Jeannette Z. writes: Ok- the mannequin out front (you know the one I'm talking about) gives me the hibbie jibbies.

Good car wash for the price. Period. I've been coming here for years and YES, every so often I find something that hasn't been cleaned perfectly, but hey-…

Shine Yun Restaurant

727 W. Hamilton Ave.
Campbell, CA 95008

Chrissy r. writes: This place is mm mm good!  I am a big chinese food buff ( and I'm filipino)and hate restaurants like Mr Chaus and Panda Express, i don't think that should even pass for Chinese food.  I just moved to the area, and have tried many around me, and hated…

Blendz

267 E. Campbell Avenue
Suite A
Campbell, CA 95008

Bobby U. writes: Prices can be a bit high but the staff is usually pretty nice. The salads are super good, and the lemonade is fabulous. Smoothies are good, but for the price not so much.

The White Cockade

18025 Highway 9
Boulder Creek, CA 95006

andy r. writes: UPDATE:
RIP The BEST Shepherds Pie on the planet. The lone bagpiper on the hill plays for thee. I mourn deeply.

The White Cockade is easy to miss. I'd ridden this serpentine stretch of Highway 9 dozens of times before finding it.

At first glance, it…

Furu-Sato Japanese Restaurant

1651 W Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Heather Z. writes: Do not be fooled by the cheesy pagoda style building (though I must admit that my husband and I both avoided it for over a year) this place serves some excellent sushi goodness!  Once you get past the exterior and admittedly the interior is also…

Recycle Book Store West

241 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Linda T. writes: I love browsing in bookstores!  

When they're open, they often (always?) have a shelf of books outside, usually recent bestsellers, etc.--to draw you in...it works for me.  There's a bookstore cat, ISBN (gotta love the name), who sometimes sleeps in…

Campbell Community Center

1 West Campbell Ave.
Campbell, CA 95008

Rosa L. writes: I have reasons to never forget this place!

Also known as Campbell Heritage Theater, it's been around since the late 1930s, when it was originally built as the Campbell Union High School Auditorium.

The Colonial Spanish style building is beautiful, the…

Villa Ragusa

35 S. Second Street
Campbell, CA 95008

Mercy B. writes: This was my first visit to Villa Ragusa. Located in the heart of downtown Campbell, the venue is upstairs to the Sonoma Chicken Coop.

It's a great place to host a wedding, reception or banquet. In our case we attended fund raising banquet and auction…

Mohler Nixon & Williams

635 Campbll Tchnlgy Pkwy # 100
Campbell, CA 95008

Russel S. writes: The accountant I use is Jeffrey Kirkendall at Mohler Nixon & Williams.  Perhaps overkill for my normal tax needs, but I get a good feeling from them, like they are not going to mess stuff up.. and they're good at dumbing things down for me because I…

La Pizzeria Italian Pizza

373 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Colleen H. writes: I like a place that tells me I can take over the place if I want when I walk in! So I did. I now own it. Come on in..
Seriously we had GREAT service here, the staff were super helpful, friendly and attentive!

I'm not a big pizza fan, but the pizza's…

Mr Mazda

901 Camden Ave Ste 1
Campbell, CA 95008

Dale W. writes: Words are inadequate to describe what a wonderful shop Mr. Mazda (Mike Muscara) owns and operates. He is that rare breed - an HONEST mechanic and businessman who truly knows the meaning of the words EXEMPLARY OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE and provides…

Lisa's Tea Treasures

1875 S Bascom Ave Ste 165
Campbell, CA 95008

Cindi N. writes: i had quite a lovely experience for a lovely afternoon today...with the weather perfectly cool and not too warm. Beth made reservation for a girl's tea partay. the ladies were lovely as always. i was first to arrive and shortly after, lovely Noelle…

Sal's Pizza

533 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Mimi L. writes: Solid east coast fold-slice-in-half pizza.  Owner was sporting his Red Sox cap, of course.  He went to college w/ Sal and opened the store as soon as Sal started franchising.  Just outside of downtown Campbell isn't the most convenient place for me…

Erik's Delicafe

1777 S Bascom Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

John G. writes: Nice deli with great selection of sandwiches and salads.  Quick service, and a nice atmosphere to have your meal.  Prices are very reasonable.  

Worth a stop to check out.

Jalisco Mexican Food

525 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Walter P. writes: Why doesn't anyone mention about their MENUDO!!!  
Dayam Americanized kids!    Always reviewing the burritos and tacos!    If you're hard core Mexican like me, stop by on Sundays and order the menudo!  
Served home-style with tender tripe, chili…

Aqui Cal Mex

201 E.Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Donna P. writes: Update (3/28/08): I've been back 3 times since writing this review. Told you I would! And guess what I ordered each time? The Enchilada Salad. I like to find a good thing and stick to it, apparently. Mmm...I want one right now...
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Petsmart

850 W Hamilton Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Bobby U. writes: I could really take or leave the pet store part of this particular store, the staff is always nice but a bit hard to find if you need something and they're out of stuff alot of the time.
That said. The grooming department here is fab. I have a shih…

Capers

1710 W Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Susan V. writes: My husband and I used to live in Campbell and were regulars at this joint. The food is great!!

My favorites would have to be:
Steak Bites (great for a low carb diet)
&
Calamari (great for a "see food" diet)

We usually sit at the bar because the…

The Cardiff Lounge

260 E Campbell Avenue
Campbell, CA 95008

Mari A. writes: Like whoa yo, didnt' know about this town here
Just cruisin for some cocktails and beers
Luis said this be a super Filipino hang out
Wanted to find out what it was all about
So in we went at 8 o'clock in the pm
To find out this place be for hot womens and…

British Food Centre

1614 W Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

ali c. writes: they have flake bars here!!  one of my favorite chocolate confections ever.. this store also carries clotted cream, jams, marmite, drinks, biscuits, tea, teapots, candies, cookies, snacks and more!  this is the only place i have been able to find…

Casa Lupe Restaurant

2165 Winchester Blvd
Campbell, CA 95008

Bobby U. writes: Great little restaurant. Wait staff is always really friendly and service is pretty fast. I've eaten here maybe 6 times in the past and never had a bad experience. Prices are pretty reasonable and the salsa rock!

Del Taco

771 W Hamilton Avenue
Campbell, CA 95008

Martin D. writes: When I'm too broke or filthy to enter a taqueria (a hypothetical situation that must be understood as unlike an oxymoron), I come to Del Taco. The service is quick and understanding, even when my girlfriend fruitlessly demands an explanation as to…

Belle Habits

1160 University Dr
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Jenn C. writes: Another one bites the dust!!!  Belle Habits is CLOSED!!!

FYI:  The store is no longer buying clothes on Mondays :(

I was walking by one day when an adorable red strapless jersey dress attracted my eye.  Of course I had to stop and  see how much this…

Sugar Shack

816 Santa Cruz Ave
Menlo Park, CA 94025

spiff e. writes: sugar shack is a super-cute local candy shop offering jelly beans, gummy candies, chocolates and old-school candy. they make it a point to stock jelly beans in the colors of the local schools, as well as candies in the shapes of the local school…

Iberia Restaurant

1026 Alma St
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Rosa L. writes: First annoyance: 19% tip included (tacky!!)

Second annoyance: they just could give me the 6:45 slot, but we had dinner in an empty room... why didn't they accept my suggestion for a 7:30 reservation?

Third annoyance: tapas are exclusive for the bar,…

Xuananh Kirby Tran, MD, FACOG

105 South Dr., Ste. 110
Mountain View, CA 94040

MacKenzie S. writes: Yelp is not the place to discuss the myriad problems my vag has had over the years, but I don't care. I had been having chronic yeast infections for two years by the time I stumbled through her door. I had tried every medication and dietary change I…

Peet's Coffee & Tea

1032 Castro St
Mountain View, CA 94040

Art S. writes: Peets comes to Mountain View.  In the true definition of the "double helix" (The coiled structure of double-stranded DNA in which strands linked by hydrogen bonds form a spiral configuration, with the two strands oriented in opposite directions),…

Parker Automotive

250 San Antonio Road
Suite B
Mountain View, CA 94040

Stephen H. writes: You gotta love Chuck. I've cheated on him a few times for the sake of convenience (I live in the city now, and he's a bit of a drive down), but I always regret it. I've brought my last three Saabs here (1987 900 Turbo, 1994 900 Turbo, 1997 900 SE…

Edgie's Billiards

235 S Milpitas Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

david l. writes: How to be a walking Malpitas stereotype:

1. Finish pWning fools at Counter-Strike. Not that it's fun anymore. F*cking hax0rs!
2. Roll with your homies to Edgie's.  Bros before hoes yo.
3. Try not to get stabbed. Mix it up with some Tekken 3 action.  
4.…

Lush

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

jessie j. writes: i guess you could say lush is my dirty little hippie secret.  i barely recycle, i drive more than i should, i forget to turn off the lights and i have been known to water my lawn before 3 p.m.  but for some reason i am always eager and willing to…

Gold Ribbon Bakeshop & Restaurant

380 S Main St
Milpitas, CA 95035

Shinette G. writes: I like this place a lot better than Goldilocks. The food is pretty good and the prices are very reasonable, and they're the only place I've been to that puts leche flan in the halo-halo.
....i'm hungry now.

Huong Lan Sandwich IV & Fast Food

41 Serra Way
# 108
Milpitas, CA 95035

Keiko S. writes: Ahhh, so goooood!!

Yes, I'm currently obsessed with banh mi. It's like man discovering fire. Today we picked up a couple sandwiches (chicken and pork) from Huong Lan. Few hours later, they're all gone... All gone.

In short, the sandwiches here are…

Kathy's Cleaner

526 Barber Ln
Milpitas, CA 95035

Danny N. writes: Good woman.
Good hem jobs.
A good woman that gives good jobs.

It cost me only $8 to get my pants hemmed. I don't know what competitive rates are but I thought it was inexpensive. I also don't know what a typical turnaround time would be, but she said it…