The Container Store

3080 Stevens Creek Blvd
San Jose, CA 95128

Mikey U. writes: Being afflicted with a deviously short attention span that is easily distracted by women and... well, women... I wandered into the Container Store while I took a walkabout to clear my head of studies and essay-writing...

The Container Store is…

Falafel's Drive In

2301 Stevens Creek Blvd
San Jose, CA 95128

A J. writes: So Omid, Ed and I happen to find ourselves in the south bay...what should we have for lunch?  Duh!

Balls.

Master Cobbler

790 S Winchester Blvd
San Jose, CA 95128

Joanne V. writes: Unlike their competitor down the street, this place seems a bit cleaner and much more organized.  The store was nice and neat, it didn't smell like show polish, like Cobbler Bench, and it didnt feel cluttered either.  The guy who was working was…

Bijan Bakery & Cafe

441 Saratoga Ave
San Jose, CA 95129

Bobby U. writes: In my never ending search for fattening/sweet/delicious food i found myself here. The staff seemed to consist of bored irritable teen girls and a pissed off asian Lady who kept snapping at me every time she'd ask if I wanted anything else and i said…

Tanto Japanese Restaurant

1306 Saratoga Ave
San Jose, CA 95129

Paulina C. writes: UPDATED 4.2.08 below....

elated and sleepy after a delicious meal here......

oink oink.....

ps.
will write a review after i am done with my playtime (rolling in thick mud or maybe it's with daniel henney - check out my blog and then exercise your…

Ca Mau Restaurant

2847 S White Rd
Ste 110
San Jose, CA 95148

Save M. writes: Since they closed down in downtown i ate at An Nam a couple of time....Once they open this location...boy was i happy...If i want bun bo hue...i go here....don't want to go anywhere else cause they don't have the original taste of Bun bo hue. .....

In-N-Out Burger

2950 E Capitol Expy
San Jose, CA 95148

victoria h. writes: True story:

I have had In-N-Out Fed Exed to me. Uh huh. Shipped it. HA. It still tasted amazing. My brother's gf in Cali is a love. We got the craving, and she delivered, literally.

On my one and only trip to California this past Jan...you guessed it -…

Guru Tattoo

4213 Barrymore Dr
San Jose, CA 95117

john-michael c. writes: Yes....yes it does f'n hurt. Speaking of which it still hurts.

Che inked me up while Dave, Shana, Corey, Mike, and the rest of the crew entertained the bejesus out of me. Good crew, great vibe, and sarcasm abound....it's like I'm home away from home.…

Grand Century Mall Food Court

1111 Story Rd
San Jose, CA 95122

kris h. writes: I heart Grand Century, mostly for its food court.  I especially heart GCM on a weekday, when you have so much selection for lunch without the madness of fighting for parking space with crazyass drivers.  Some of the vendors seriously need to fix…

Super Taqueria

911 McLaughlin Ave
San Jose, CA 95122

katrina m. writes: I was craving a burrito at work today--all day. I think its because I knew Super Taqueria on Almaden is so close and I can just drop by and pick up a to go super burrito then get back in the freeway and go home.

I was so excited to leave and get my…

Sweet Retreat Ice Cream Parlor

6061 Cahalan Ave
San Jose, CA 95123

Lolia S. writes: Fro-yo girl here.  Sweet Retreat looks like it's been at this location in an older strip mall for many years.  They carry locally made Treat Ice Cream (it sure is popular in San Jose) and they have over 30 flavors (the widest variety I've seen of…

Cambrian Park Farmers' Market

Cambrian Park Plaza
Camden Ave and Union Ave
San Jose, CA 95124

Jane L. writes: Most useful if you live in the area or happen to be in the neighborhood.  Smack in the middle of the week, after work, heading on Camden Ave is not a pretty picture.    

I happen to be doing errands in the area and didn't even know we had a farmer's…

Adelita's Taqueria

1896 Curtner Ave
San Jose, CA 95124

Minty H. writes: This has to be, hands down, my favorite taqueria. La Vic's for their AWESOME sauce, Tlaquepaque for their OMFG Super Chavelas....Adelitas for their FOOD!!!

I've been coming here for years!!! Love this place! The pescado super taco...YUM! My favorite,…

Marks of Art Tattoo

3014 Union Ave
San Jose, CA 95124

Colleen H. writes: I have had 2 tattoo's done in my life. The first one Pinky himself did just before he went completely insane and blind. So this place was like a breath of fresh air. I carried around my design for a couple years before I decided to do it. The artist…

Cosentino's Market

2666 S Bascom Ave
San Jose, CA 95124

Sasha V. writes: So many of you know I live in Downtown San Jose. I drive down to Cosentino's when I can because it's worth it.

They have yummy sauces, delicious deli items, fresh-cut meat, gourmet drinks, et cetera. Of course, nothing can beat the freshness of the…

Yagoz Fine Gelato and Coffee

1111-5 Meridian Ave
San Jose, CA 95125

Flor D. writes: **************
12/13/07 update
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this place loves YELPERS!  I came in and got some gelato and was greated by the owner.  He was so determined to make sure my guests and I walked out super happy.  I got a discount and a lil something for…

Gussied Up Dog Boutique

1310 Lincoln Ave
San Jose, CA 95125

Katie T. writes: Hi my name is Katie T and I treat my dog like my child. Before you start judging or thinking I am some crazy dog lady you have to understand my dog has been with me from college graduation, moving half way across the country, and even through a…

Great Wall Chinese Restaurant

1409 Bird Avenue
Suite 7
San Jose, CA 95125

jessie j. writes: i am in love with the family that runs this place.  seriously, like i have fantasies that i am a member of team "great wall" and i divide my time between taking orders out front and lovingly preparing wontons in the back with grandpa.

it's like a time…

Hicklebee's Childrens Books & Toys

1378 Lincoln Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125

Nancy C. writes: My favorite bookstore ever!  Huge selection of books. Great decor.  
All in all the perfect place to shop.  

You walk into this story and get a calm feeling.  I know calm from a kids store? I swear to you.  This place is just perfect.  

The staff is…

Siam Square Thai Cuisine

1040 Willow St
San Jose, CA 95125

Raymond G. writes: Wow, this place is good! Everytime I go to a Thai restaurant, I feel like I'm cheating on my favorite one. (Krung Thai). But I have to admit, this was well worth the guilt. In fact, I may have found someone new. Sorry KT. I'm usually on the offensive…

New Indian Cuisine

895 Willow St
San Jose, CA 95125

Michael H. writes: We've been living in Willow Glen for over a year now. An Indian friend of our's told us not to bother going to this place. They didn't rate it that highly. Being the impartial and fair yelpers that we are, we decided to give it a bash and man, our…

BlissConnection.com

1702 Meridian Ave
San Jose, CA 95124

MARISA C. writes: blissconnection is the bomb!! the body dew they sell is the best. i bought it @ party thrown by chrystal b.  i started using this dew every morning after my shower, the pheromones in it started to boost everything, my moods changed for the better.…

Urban Sports of Willow Glen

1115 Lincoln Ave
San Jose, CA 95125

Kitty M. writes: Um, in the world of running most "runners" are like Angelina and Brad - good looking, slim and in shape and they have their shiz together. If I lived in that world I would be kind of like Britney Spears - hectic, all over the place, can pull it…

Sachs Day Spa

1375 Lincoln Ave
San Jose, CA 95125

Gina C. writes: I have been going to Sach's Day Spa now since they opened.  The staff is VERY friendly and accommodating and the services are FANTASTIC.  It smells amazing in there, and they use the BEST products.  My favorite service is the "Papaya Enzyme Facial."…

Taqueria Tlaquepaque No 1

2222 Lincoln Ave
San Jose, CA 95125

Lily R. writes: I'm over standard plates like Enchiladas or Flautas with rice and beans.

I'm over the Chavelas. Yes. I gave up beer. Never really was a beer drinker to begin with. Gives you nasty breath and burps! haha.

One day I decided to try plain ol tacos. Being a…

Pierce-Ink Ltd

48 Race St
San Jose, CA 95126

Jennifer E. writes: I don't even remember who did my tattoo here 6 years ago, but they did a great job, at a TOTALLY reasonable rate.  I went to 20 different places, who had priced it at 250+, but they did mine for 125, full color.  Yay good work at reasonable prices! I…

Aki's Bakery

355 Meridian Ave
San Jose, CA 95126

Scott L. writes: Cakes, pastries and cookies.
Three of my favorite food groups!

The Guava cake at Aki's is the bomb - totally famous for this.
And Aki's deserves all of the kudos it gets.

But now I've tried the "Peach Bavarian" has even surpassed
that in my mind. WOW! It…

Boda Chinese & Vietnamese Food

2868 Story Rd
San Jose, CA 95127

Anna D. writes: Cindi N. picked out this place for our dinner today and Serbelle told me it was in a pretty run-down area.  I didn't notice because I was looking at that fantastic Wienerschnitzel on it's right.

The Wienerschnitzel is shaped like a triangle and I've…

Antipasto's by Derose Gourmet Meat Fish & Deli

3454 McKee Rd
San Jose, CA 95127

Christine L. writes: This place is so cute; I think it's a family run deli/market. It's right by my parents' house and I love coming here for lunch. My favorite is their *ravioli with tomato basil cream sauce*. Their ravioli is so soft and fresh and that sauce is to die…

La Grullensa

461 S Capitol Ave
# 15
San Jose, CA 95127

Donna P. writes: Two words: Carnitas Tacos (add sour cream and cheese).

OMG.

Best pork tacos ever. I can't even explain it.

Loud juke box with an even louder crowd (into the late hours), but they're both harmless, and kind of fun.

Breakfast is served all day, and they…

The Coffee Cup

3477 Mckee Rd
San Jose, CA 95127

Carol L. writes: Formerly known as Anh Son Bakery!  I went and reviewed the wrong page!  *sheepish*  Copy-pasting my review to here:

I had a croissant elsewhere today, and although all the other Yelpers said they were so fresh at that place, it paled in comparison to…

Diesel

378 Santana Row
#1000
San Jose, CA 95128

Aileen A. writes: Ohh mylanta!

I love their denim. I wished I bought an extra hush ds denim from 4 years ago. Buying designer jeans seems like the norm these days, and the best place to start is here. They've got a wiiide assortment to choose from. My preference is…

Borders Books Music & Cafe

356 Santana Row
San Jose, CA 95128

Mikey U. writes: ... writer's block... pt.1

In a vain attempt to remedy the inspiration-less apathy of the right lobe and creative hemisphere of my cerebrum, I sought out a good old
stand-by; ...romance...



... that venture EVER failing, I went to the bookstore.…

Pink Stripes

355 Santana Row
Ste 1040
San Jose, CA 95128

Kristina R. writes: What an odd little boutique!  They sell food AND fashion?  That's a concept I can get behind!

Although the service is fabulous, and the clothing is awfully cute, I didn't find one shred of clothing that didn't make my thighs look like they were bubble…

Joseph Schmidt Confections

356 Santana Row
Ste 1025
San Jose, CA 95128

Tom Y. writes: This is pretty much a one sided review as I am a pushover for good chocolate and I'm a repeat customer at the San Francisco location.  

I didn't buy much due to time constraints as we were just killing time until our Winchester Mystery tour was ready.…

Atelier Salon Spa and Atelier Studio

378 Santana Row
#1120
San Jose, CA 95128

Liza P. writes: I really LOVE Aveda! It's great for my hair, it has been good to my skin, the products are natural and the packaging is recycled/recyclable! Really, it's the only good way to handle self-pampering!

This particular location has great salon girls - they…

Vintage Wine Merchants Inc

377 Santana Row
San Jose, CA 95128

Berg W. writes: I'm almost afraid to walk in Vintage Wine Merchants. Firstly, if I trip I could easily destroy $10,000 worth of merchandise. Secondly, I really want to buy bottles that are waaaaaaaay out of my price-range.

This is a suitable wine shop for Santana…