Vivi's Restaurant

21731 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Sofi P. writes: 4.5 stars

I know the captions I added to my pictures make it seem I dislike this place, but I don't.

I would have given this place a 5 star but it feels wrong, or I would round it up to 5 stars but that feels wrong too. Here's why....

1.) I ask for…

Hobee's Restaurant Deanza

21267 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Suite 310
Cupertino, CA 95014

Omid T. writes: Back in the days when I used to LIVE in the movie Office Space, Hobee's was my Chotchkie's.  It's where I'd escape with other low-to-middle tech management types (including, honest to god, a guy named Samir) to bitch about our humdrum jobs and…

Aji Ichiban

10919 N Wolfe Road
Cupertino Village
Cupertino, CA 95014

Sheena L. writes: This, my friends, is the best diet secret ever.  If you can get over this place's mildly raunchy smell -- not to mention the charming concept of having a baggie of desiccated sea creatures in your purse -- you will see that the path to the girlish…

Imahara Produce & Oriental Foods

19725 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Keiko S. writes: First of all, they don't take credit cards. CASH only...and there's no ATM in the store. That alone deters me from shopping here.

Also, they don't offer bentos and freshly baked breads & pastries...

But in any case, I like having Imahara in the…

99 Ranch Market

10983 N. Wolfe Road
Cupertino, CA 95014

deb n. writes: I have a LOVE / HATE relationship with Ranch 99.

Love the great prices and the variety and number of items, fruits, veggies, prepared foods, snacks, deli next door, etc...

Hate the parking, hate the crowds on the weekends, the tight aisles, the rude…

Tapioca Express

10118 Bandley Drive
Suite G
Cupertino, CA 95014

Mara T. writes: Tap X Newsflash. Barley Milk Tea here is not like Roasted Barley Milk Tea from Tea Era. The Barley here is REAL Barley...as in fiber packed whole grain goodness. Good for if you are getting this for breakfast, or if your system needs a little…

Oakmont Market

19944 Homestead Road
Cupertino, CA 95014

Lisa C. writes: I've never been to this market, but I've been the recipient of their fruit.

My parents always are on the lookout for fresh fruit at good prices.  They frequent quite a few supermarkets and know their fruit.  My parents were babysitting one day and I…

Yiassoo

2180 S Bascom Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Donna P. writes: Yia....no.

Depending on your preference, Yiassoo can be anywhere from three to five stars. Here's the quick rundown:

Yiassoo (Y) VS. Falafel Drive-In (FDI)

Hummus: FDI
Quality of pitas: Y--very fresh, somewhat chewy (a good thing) and warm
Falafel (both…

Tandoori Oven

1875 S Bascom Ave
Suite 250
Campbell, CA 95008

SAM Y. writes: they give you lots of food. i had the lamb wrap. kind of dry but large portion  and comes with a salad. it being a counter place, you would think it would be cheaper. you would think, and then you would be wrong.

Sushi Zone

75 S San Tomas Aquino Rd
Ste 1
Campbell, CA 95008

Karlita .. writes: Had dinner here last night.  I enjoyed my sashimi.  Nice & Fresh and melted in my mouth.  To me, as long as the fish is fresh and not tough, then I am happy.

Oh yea, the bathrooms were immaculate.

Chipotle

10385 S De Anza Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

rhea j. writes: it's alright...hell, i used to be all over chipotle's nuts. but i prefer the authentic mexican restaurants where its all greasy enough for the meat to be moist.  i'm sure that the chipotle rice likes me back. the guacamole should be free.

the game…

Sonoma Chicken Coop

200 E. Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Donna P. writes: Great little lunch spot on the Campbell Avenue drag.  I love their BBQ chicken pizza and yesterday I tried one of their specials--the tortellini in a cream sauce--and while it was extremely rich, it had great flavor and is perfect for when you want…

Tiny Tots Baby Boutique

138 Railway Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Dave K. writes: I LOVE Tiny Tots.  My wife and I went in there yesterday to look around cuz we got a coupon in the mail.  MAN this place is nice.  It's not mega huge or anything and the prices are a touch more expensive than at a Target or Babies R Us for a few…

Shinbala Cafe

20956 Homestead Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Joe L. writes: I am not Taiwanese, so I may not know how to rate Taiwanese cuisine.  So I just go by my first impression.

My kids covered their nose when they walked in.  I didn't smell anything particular strong, but there was indeed some kind of smell.  When I saw…

Fusion Korea

20956 Homestead Rd
Ste A1
Cupertino, CA 95014

Archie R. writes: Prior to today, I only thought Japanese and Korean was a blend I only liked in women.  

Apparently not anymore.

Ok, to be fair, it should be "fusion." (with quotes)

For $4.99 (lunch special) you get a Korean style meat dish mixed with a couple sides,…

Lee Calvin Y DDS

10055 Miller Ave Ste 105
Cupertino, CA 95014

Madalina C. writes: Best of the best...Whatever Gabriel (my husband) said...it is valid for me as well. The guy made everything so painless for me...I took out all my wisdom teeth at his office and he also performed 2 tooth implants on me. I will get the third done…

Porridge Place

10869 N Wolfe Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Paulina C. writes: porridge is comfort food for me.  when i was little....when i got sick or when the weather is cold, my mom would always make porridge for breakfast, lunch or dinner.  porridge works like wonders, whether its plain porridge, yam porridge, pork bone…

China Shuttle Restaurant

22382 Homestead Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Tani H. writes: This is great stuff!

I thought they are in Los Altos; they deliver to my house in Los Altos so fast you'd think they cook it in the car.

The veggies they use aren't the typical "frozen medley" they are big chunks of yummy fresh veggies.  Ask what the…

I Love Yogurt

10129 S De Anza Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Jen S. writes: Fro-yo is back!  Thank you fellow Yelpers for directing me to I Love Yogurt!  Delicious!  Try the Strawberry Flavor.  They really heap on the yogurt!  So worth it on a hot day!

UPDATE 5/13/08
I have gotta change my review for this place because there…

Kikusushi Japanese Restaurant

1655 S De Anza Blvd
Ste 7
Cupertino, CA 95014

Mercy B. writes: We just happened on to Kikusushi while driving down DeAnza Blvd. one evening thinking about what to eat for dinner...

If not for the sign on the street - we never would have found this place as it is set back a ways from the main drag.  The parking…

Roasted Coffee Bean

19110 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

ann w. writes: I love this place! It has a great vibe to it. It really reminds me of all the small independent coffee shops in Seattle that I used to go to. Sigh, memories...

I got an iced caramel latte, which was really yummy. My friend and I also split a…

Coffee Society

21265 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Suite 202
Cupertino, CA 95014

Jane L. writes: The drip coffee I had wasn't anything to complain about.  Friendly workers and generic looking cupcakes.  Drink there, yes.  Eat there, no.  

I was kind of turned off by the ambiance.  Some of the furniture looks decrepit and so mismatched.  Not in…

The Wooden Horse

796 Blossom Hill Rd
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Beth W. writes: We've been shopping at this store for over 20+ years now.  I like the selection made by the owners of the products they carry ~ we like supporting the "mom & pop" indie type of stores and this qualifies.  

I would recommend that you set aside some…

Boulevard Tavern

15043 Los Gatos Blvd
Los Gatos, CA 95032

patrick d. writes: Boulevard is the kind of dive bar that you can really sink your teeth into.  The kind of place that should have Exile on Main Street on continuous play.  The staff is cool and the service friendly, but Boulevard can have an edge particularly on the…

Milpitas Dental Center

1213 E Calaveras Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

Lisa N. writes: I have been to a few dentists - Dr. Vu is absolutely THE best! Hands down - no questions asked!

I knew the office existed but ya always think that all dentists are the same. This office is not the same as any other office.

Staff is fantabulous! They…

Castle Rock State Park

15000 Skyline Blvd.
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Kyle W. writes: This is one of my favorite places to go hiking in the Bay Area.  Castle Rock offers trails for those who are in good shape, not really for beginners.  The park has rock climbing, great panoramic views, sandstone formations, waterfalls and overall…

Lexington Reservoir County Park

17770 Alma Bridge Rd
Los Gatos, CA 95033

Jamal G. writes: As a youngin, Lexington Reservoir was one of my favorite places to take off to. Whether it'd be with friends or fam or both, there is nothing you can do but enjoy yourself. There were a lot of first that happened at the Res.

1st time I saw my mom swim…

Taqueria Las Vegas

1417 N Milpitas Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

Archie R. writes: Whenever I travel abroad, the first thing I want when I get back is Mexican food.  Taqueria Las Vegas hits the spot every time.  

While on my last trip, I had a strange encounter with a certain Mexican cook living over in Europe.

Cook:  Omlette?

Archie:…

Safeway

551 E Calaveras Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

helen t. writes: So I've lived in Berkeley for the past three years, ample time to soak in the overruling hippie/hipster free speech organic vegan thrift anti-sweatshop anti-consumerist attitude. But I can't help it. The new Milpitas Safeway is one of the best…

Milpitas Optometric Group

1301 E Calaveras Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

Annie M. writes: I've been going here for 8 years now and would reccomend it to anybody who is in need of updating their presciption.  They use the latest imaging technologies for their eye exams including cataract screening and astigmatism.  Their selection in…

Gourmet Express

463 Valley Way
Milpitas, CA 95035

Irene S. writes: Look far and wide, and you'll still find more culture in a cup of yogurt than on semiconductor row.  So thank you, Ann L., for clueing me in on this goldmine of a mid-eastern deli.  Enter "Falafel & Garlic Land", where your lunch shall be served on…

Pepper Lunch USA

408 Barber Lane
Milpitas, CA 95035

Jordan C. writes: I used to eat at Pepper Lunch religiously in JPN because of their "no-BS eat red meat and rice then GTFO" setup.  When I found out they have one here in the 'States, I knew it was going to be on like Donkey Kong.

The beef is good but it wasn't up to…

Vung Tau II Restaurant

1750 N. Milpitas Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

Ken K. writes: While I haven't been here in many years, reports still say the VT trilogy is legendary (though I have yet to try VT1, though I might have in the early 90s and didn't know about it).

First time I tried VT II was with friends, and it was an…

Barrio Fiesta Restaurant

1790 Milmont Dr
Milpitas, CA 95035

Rachel R. writes: The Lumpia Shanghai was okay. The crispy pata was good but I like Toppings Too better.  The Halo (mixed) Adobo left me with mixed feelings.  The Baboy (pork) was good but the Manok (chicken) was dry.  The gravy/sauce was great.  Next time I'll order…

Heritage of India

167 S Main St
Milpitas, CA 95035

Lannie N. writes: My favorite Indian resturant. Their service is pleasant and their food is sooo good. I always have two orders of garlic naan. I was surprised that they didn't have more customers, though location could have something to do with that. I'd say it's one…

Ten Ren Tea Co of Milpitas

1732 N Milpitas Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

Cindi N. writes: yup! this is the place.

i was introduced to Ten Ren's tea a few years back. my chinese friend said it's the best tea and it's to die for. well, let's see...

i had it once in Cupertino, SF...and now Milpitas. (they're all over the place.) none has ever…

Milpitas Health & Fitness

1000 Jacklin Rd
Milpitas, CA 95035

tamara w. writes: I don't know how qualified I am to do a review about here since I haven't actually been here in so long that I can't remember the last time I went.  I will be going back soon.  I swear!  

I've never belonged to another gym so I have nothing to compare…

Milan Sweet Center

296 S Abel St
Milpitas, CA 95035

lulu p. writes: OMG!  so much more than a "Sweet Center"... it does have a bakery, but the chaat is awesome!  love the chole batura, and there are always new items appearing on the whiteboard.

Milan is packed with high-tech folks at lunchtime.  i kinda feel left…