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Savvy Cellar Wine Bar & Wine Shop

2048 Broadway St
Redwood City, CA 94063

Brad P. writes: The Mrs. and I had a sitter for the kiddos on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend, and I was looking for a place to take her for a quick bite before heading to the movies. I went to Yelp (duh) and was about to browse my list of places I've bookmarked on…

Poet & Patriot Irish Pub

320 Cedar St Ste E
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

elbo l. writes: Coolest bar in santa cruz. I used to be a regular here.

First off, this isn't just an irish bar, this is a guiness bar. I haven't found a better place to drink guinness, including all the irish pubs up in SF. Sure they're full of real irish…

Trials Pub

265 N 1st St
San Jose, CA 95113

Archie R. writes: I really feel bad for most women at bars and clubs.

Why?

Well, I know I have mentioned the "Bay Area Bell Curve" before.

But I haven't quite explained what it is.

It's the reason guys like me look good in a town like this.

We have MANY MANY MANY…

Seven Bamboo

162 Jackson St
San Jose, CA 95112

Christine E. writes: This is really a great place to hang out with your group of friends! Now, I'm not big on the public setting for karaoke (I prefer private rooms for groups), but it's pretty fun watching strangers take on the mike! The servers at the bar are…

Duke of Edinburgh

10801 N Wolfe Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Keiko S. writes: Duke of Edinburgh is one of those places where the atmosphere and the service outweigh the actual food. It is an old establishment that's been around for 24 years; the menu hasn't changed for the last 20 years.

* ATMOSPHERE *

The restaurant/pub has…

Vin, Vino, Wine

437 California Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94306

Mami T. writes: GREAT tasting. They do it every day that they are open (i.e. Tues - Sat), and they would include $200+ bottle wines in the lineup. They pour generously, almost 1/3 glass, so you can easily share the flight with another person.

So this place is…

Vino Locale

431 Kipling St
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Eve K. writes: Unique little place that was totally not like I expected for trendy upscale Palo Alto.

Highlights:
- Super casual, comfortable--not a trace of uppity from the staff or the place itself
- It's a little bitty homey house across from the big fancy house in…

Koji Sake Lounge

48 S 1st St
San Jose, CA 95113

Jaime L. writes: I came here after the Farenheit Elite Event, and I think besides two other people (Candice and Rob), I was the only white person in there.

Which. Is. AWESOME.

I have an appreciation for sake because I grew up Japanese. You see, when I was a wee…

Vip Oriental

2776 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Sabrina L. writes: VIP is awesome. There's this one group of friends that I have, and whenever we go out, we always wind up at VIP for some reason. So this bar has a special place in my heart. What's so great about VIP? There's always parking, the waiters are soo nice,…

Fibbar MaGees

156 S Murphy Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Veronica V. writes: As March 17th approaches I am reminded of a little St. Patricks Day fable.

There was once a telecommunications company that starts with an "S" and ends with a "T" and at this company were many disgruntled employees from ages ranging from 25-35, prime…

Boulder Creek Brewery & Cafe

13040 Highway 9
Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Joyita A. writes: The service was excellent. Our server served 16 people and all the food came out and everyone was happy.
The garlic fries with cheese are steak fries which were perfect.
My dinner needed more spice to it, but the meat was tender as it should be. After…

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…

Ye Olde Watering Hole

2405 Mission Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Drue C. writes: This place is a dive, no doubt about it.

We arrived on a Saturday night and there was no music playing (despite the fact that the juke box seems to have a little bit of everything), nobody could be bothered to stop drinking and get off their bar…

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…

Alpine Inn

3915 Alpine Rd
Portola Valley, CA 94028

Archie R. writes: As a rule of thumb, I try to only eat at places where there are at least 6 Asians eating there as well.

This bodes well especially when eating in Cupertino.

It helps me avoid crap holes like that Wienerschnitzel at that UNDISCLOSED LOCATION.

Imagine…

The Oasis Beer Garden

241 El Camino Real
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Jamal G. writes: I have to ask, when writing a review, has your mouth ever started to water? Weird, because mine just did. See this place is soooo good, sooooo good that I thought about saving this review until I reached 200. However, I can walk down my block…

The Dutch Goose

3567 Alameda
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Brian B. writes: deviled eggs. everything else is a bonus. love this place.

Antonio's Nut House

321 S. California Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94306

Brendan M. writes: Cool and laid back. Who needs to pay exorbitant prices for drinks to hang out in places where douchebags talk loudly about how much VC their company just got in a lame ploy to garner females attention. Not me. Antonio's is legit.

Oh, and I like being…

Alex's 49er Inn

2214 Business Cir
San Jose, CA 95128

Weide Z. writes: At times when I get that battered washed-out-relic-from-the -Hippie-days feeling, which is perfectly appropriate in my case being as I am less than 12 months away from 60, here is one place I can go where it don't feel too out of place... that…

Shisha

84 N Market St
San Jose, CA 95113

Sella G. writes: This place is fabulous! Open late, I went on a Friday nite..they have flavors unusual to the average hookah lounge. None of this banana or apple stuff..no no..Shisha takes it to the next level. Raspberry and tropical fruit mixed with a hint of mint…

Los Gatos Brewing Company

130 N Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Natalie D. writes: Came here with Ali C. after we had a few drinks, and I'm pretty sure both of us were drunk but not admitting it- here's a recap of our meal:
Calamari appetizer comes out:
Ali C.: "I don't like the testicles. Do you like the testicles??"
Me: "Oh yeah!…

Boulevard Tavern

15043 Los Gatos Blvd
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Jeannette Z. writes: Very random location....but this is a great dive bar. (Drinks are good & I can't ever stay away from their popcorn machine).

I did a gig here a while back. I don't remember much *looking away innocently*. HOWEVER, I do remember many women (ie. milfs…

The Red Room

1003 Cedar St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Starla D. writes: It was Saturday evening. We sipped our moderately priced drinks in a smoky red haze, and people watched.
I don't know if it was just this bar, or Santa Cruz nightlife in general, but I felt like I was watching an episode of the Discovery Channel.…

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…

Campo Di Bocce of Los Gatos

565 University Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95032

ali c. writes: I have never played bocce ball before in my life.. Until a few weeks ago! It's an Italian game which is best played drunk.. Campo Di Bocce also serves Italian food that looked pretty good! I had a slice of cold pizza so I can't judge the food too…

The Basin

14572 Big Basin Way
Saratoga, CA 95070

Mercy B. writes: The first time my sister and I tried to eat here - we didn't know how popular this place was and that we needed reservations. We were smarter this time in making reservations prior to seeing Lyle Lovett at the Mountain Winery.

First of all, parking…

The Attic

931 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Lisa Ann P. writes: I may very well have just died and gone to Chocolate heaven! Today the Attic hosted the Santa Cruz Chocolate Festival, There were 17 different chocolate companies offering samples all for just $15.00! Oh my the very best my new favorite some sort of…

Bogart's Lounge

1209 Wildwood Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94089

Lydia P. writes: Great dive, but they get one less star for not having enough bartenders on speed. A truly great dive has all their bartenders addicted to meth.

Sehbali Cafe and Hookah Shop

235 University Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Vikram A. writes: I was actually floored at how much these guys want your order to be just right. My friend ordered a sweet lassi from them. The lady who made it actually came out and told my friend that if it was too sweet, she could go add more yogurt and re-blend…

Cuetopia Billiard Cafe

4700 Almaden Expy
San Jose, CA 95118

Cathy N. writes: Dear Cuetopia,

I have been an on-again, off-again (but loyal) patron of yours for many years, since back in the day when you were called Diamond Billiards and had $20 flat rate pool during the day, and even before then when you were Almaden…

Britannia Arms Downtown

173 W Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113

Andi T. writes: It never ceases to amaze me when I leave SF and its crowded little bars and head to places with more real estate. The spacious Brit had a modern UK look to it, and a nice patio area with heat lamps. The local folks seemed a bit taken aback at the…

The Old Pro's

2865 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306

Wendy K. writes: You can't beat pulling up a stool at a long, high counter surrounded by neon beer signs and antique team pennants in a quonset hut that looks like a marine barracks. I love the camaraderie of watching a Giants playoff game in this place.

City Pub

2620 Broadway Street
Redwood City, CA 94063

Setareh N. writes: I loved my spinach salad today...the spinach was fresh, I did not get the candied walnuts for bikini reasons but otherwise it was really good. I should have gotten the Cobb though, they put real bacon on there not bacon bits and it just looked really…

Britannia Arms

1087 S De Anza Blvd
San Jose, CA 95129

Lawrence T. writes: A good pub with a modest selection of beers on tap; extra star for having Boddingtons. For super bowl, all the tellies are blaring and free bangers and chili are in rich supply. The beer is cold and the fried food is crispy and greasy; a little light…

Giza Hookah Lounge

18 N 1st St
San Jose, CA 95113

Christina N. writes: i really like this place. it's a nice chilllll small place with comfy couches and pillows. they used to have pillows where you sit on the ground, but the place upgraded. decor is cool as well. it has a egypt meets hiphop sort of deal. i know the guy…

Amarco Wines

268 E Java Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94085

H S. writes: I used to live in Sydney which is full of owner operated bottle shops. I was pleasantly surprised to find one such place in a strip mall in sunnyvale surrounded by tech companies. the owner knows the story of every bottle in the store and how it…

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