Cloverleaf Family Bowl

40645 Fremont Blvd Ste 3
Fremont, CA 94538

Shinette G. writes: Wow...really takes me back to those summer nights in high school and after graduation, when all there was to do on Monday nights was to get smashed and go to Cloverleaf to bowl, even if you were coming from East Side San Jose..Or taking shots or…

Dana Bazar

5113 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

P K. writes: The store-front,  with it's tiny, cramped sections of fresh produce, cds/dvds, and clothes even, is deceivingly small - that is, until you enter the vast back-room chock full of Indian groceries, and get a gander at the super long line of people…

Roderick's BBQ & Seafood

2300 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

Charlye W. writes: We first came here with a two-fer coupon several years back and we've come back several times since with no coupon too.  Roderick's is reasonable anyway, particularly for weekday lunch, where nearly everything, including baby back ribs, is under $10.…

Avalon Spa Salon

5141 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

Amy S. writes: This review is really all about Daphne.  Daphne has been coloring and cutting my hair for about 5 years now.  I've followed her from another salon to this one, and while I do think Avalon has a much better atmosphere than her last salon, I'd follow…

Mission Peak Regional Park

Stanford and Vineyard Ave
Fremont, CA 94539

Gur E. writes: Phew! I am OUT of breath.

Straight UP and then Straight Down.

Seemed like a competition rather than a hike.  I like a mix of ups and downs with a few trees, a little more nature and might be a squirrel or two.  

All I saw was Dog Poop, Cow Poop,…

Gryphon Stringed Instruments

211 Lambert Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94306

Max A. writes: Giving my money to Gryphon makes me feel like I'm doing something good in this life. In the age of internet everything, Gryphon is thriving. It is well worth the drive from Oakland to Palo Alto to spend time in this store and purchase an instrument I…

Nine Minute Oil & Lube

3839 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306

WALTER P. writes: Thanks to Mika for this great find!!!
Thanks to Sam the owner for great conversation about the oil industry!!!

$51.00 for the following:

- Pennzoil SUV 5W30 oil change (Yes, they have it in stock!!!   BONUS STARS!!!  I don't mind paying extra for…

In-N-Out

43349 Pacific Commons Blvd.
Fremont, CA 94538

Ed C. writes: You can never go wrong with In-N-Out.

2-by-4 Animal Style Protein Burger
Fries Well Done
Pink Lemonade

Yummo!

If you don't know the In-N-Out Secret Menu, lemme give you a crash course;

"3-by-3" = three meat patties and three slices of cheese.
"4-by-4" =…

Essy's Tailoring & Alterations

39184 Paseo Padre Pkwy
Fremont, CA 94538

Cynthia C. writes: A mere $76 for:

*taking in a dress on both sides
*hemming two pairs of slacks
*stitching the pleat of two skirts
*completely relining a dress
*rewiring a corset

Fast turnaround, honest prices, quality work and clean facilities.  

Oh it's nice that their…

Mission Pizza

1572 Washington Blvd
Fremont, CA 94539

Irene S. writes: I love 880 gridlock.
I love 880 gridlock.
I love 880 gridlock.
I love 880 gridlock.
I love 880 gridlock.
I love 880 gridlock.
Repeat phrase enough and maybe it will come true?  Screw it. Oh, the misery.

But there's nothing like air drumming, rocking…

Lemans Karting

45957 Hotchkiss St
Fremont, CA 94539

Eric W. writes: If you are looking for something exciting, yet not too crazy to hang out with friends or take a date, Le Mans just might be your ticket. It's certainly far from the cheapest form of entertainment out there, but it's unique enough to be able to say…

Target Stores

2499 Whipple Rd
Hayward, CA 94544

luis .. writes: Number of times I have been able to walk in to this place and leave empty handed:  maybe once but i can't remember.

This is a much better alternative to the WalMart on the other side of 880.  It's your standard Target store the same as all the others.…

Panama Bay Coffee Co.

2115 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

Brian B. writes: A little bit of Berkeley in Livermore. It's what a local coffeehouse should be. Very friendly employees, great music on Thurs-Sat nights. The coffee drinks, smoothies and treats are all first rate. They're remodeling a bit now and upgrading the air…

Paddy's Coffee House

3900 Smith St
Union City, CA 94587

Mary T. writes: Paddy brought us our coffee, showed us where the sweeteners and cream were, and then asked us how we found out about this place. I proudly replied, "yelp." His response: "Oh, the people lie on there..."

hehe. So cute. Love the place, love the…

Palo Alto Bicycles

171 University Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Brandon M. writes: This borders close to 4.5 stars because I had to readjust the front derailleurs again when I got home. It just wouldn't go from small to big, though it did just fine in the store. But, cyclist knows how a pain in the butt front derailleurs can be,…

Vino Locale

431 Kipling St
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Mats H. writes: Local food and wine.  There is no place like it in the Bay Area.  A passion for what they do.  The ultimate alternative to coorporate human chow.

For Eyes Optical Company

83 Town & Country Villa
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Cyn W. writes: Great service, and to top it all off -- Pradas, Guccis, everything else for the lowest, best prices I've ever found!!

You get a discount for being a Stanford student.  Umm a little tip, not that I would've done this, but they haven't really…

Izzy's Brooklyn Bagels

477 S California Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Andrew M. writes: Yummy bagel's and free Wifi. Go go Izzy's.

Oh, you want more? More you shall have then.

It's small. Usually packed. They have large menus full of good stuff. You'll squeeze back towards the registers and pickup counter to grab your prize and then…

Edge Hair Salon

250 University Ave
Ste 103
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Debbie L. writes: For my previous haircut, a few months ago, I decided I wanted to splurge and spend more than $20 to get my haircut.  Got my hair cut at Neo in Burlingame, and was quite disappointed.  It didn't look terrible -- it just didn't look much different than…

Oakville Grocery Co

715 Stanford Shoppng Center
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Tory S. writes: An Ode to Oakville Grocery:

For you I braved the shopping mall
And the hills of North Beach (all very tall)
When near I can't but heed your call
Over my life your absence casts a pall

Oh turkey with pesto liberally applied
On rosemary focaccia grilled not…

Sunol Regional Wilderness Area

Geary Rd
Sunol, CA 94586

lorree s. writes: The park ranger said that it was really crowded the Sunday afternoon we went (we got there around 1:30pm). We took the Flag Hill Trail towards Maguire Peaks Trail. The sun was around, the wind was blowing, the air was cool (turned cold around…

Thai Village Cuisine

34571 Alvarado Niles Road
Union City, CA 94587

Amy R. writes: Man do I hate being the black sheep all of the time, but I just didn't think this place was that great.  It looks nice for a very small restaurant.  The service was average and there were few people there (on a Thursday).  We ordered veg fresh spring…

Big Basin Redwoods State Park

21600 Big Basin Way
Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Dory D. writes: I adore Big Basin - it's one of my favorite places to hike.  A 10 mile loop takes you past three waterfalls.  The trails are a good mix of downhill and uphill parts - there's one steep section with stairs near the falls, but otherwise it's not so…

Twist Bistro

247 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Omid T. writes: A treat for the tongue... Read this review 5 times real fast!

A few French friends (from far flung France) felt a fancy for food - a first-class feast!

A bigwig, a backup, and a builder - bolstered by a boss and a buddy - bolted for this bistro in this…

Twist Cafe

247 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95008

Donna P. writes: After living in LA for a few years, I really miss it now that I'm back in NorCal.  Well, Downtown Campbell is getting more and more LA everyday--in a no-smog sort of way.

Twist Cafe would totally fit in on Rodeo Drive: Outdoor seating on a warm spring…

Thomas Coyne Wines

51 Vallecitos Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

Diana R. writes: The view alone is worth 5-stars!

They had a Pinot Blanc and Petit Syrah that was great! They must have at least 10 wines to taste and an additional 3 dessert wines too. Their Port was pretty tasty too! I'd come here again! No tasting fee either!

As we…

Vine Cinema

1722 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

Miranda N. writes: I will always love this place!

it has become part of livermores history, even after multiple attempts from the city trying to tear it down to build a parking garage. (several mayors have gotten hate mail from me about, lol). also, not too many places…

Granada Bowl

1620 Railroad Ave
Livermore, CA 94550

Tamara B. writes: Family fun like no other! Eat first because the food blows...but excellent bar for the adults, and the kids love the fries!

Donut Wheel

2017 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

arnold g. writes: I had to pick up some donuts for work this morning and headed over to the Donut Wheel for some local Livermore flavor. There's a beauty about places like the Donut Wheel...a local place that's been around forever, is frequented by locals and run by…

Coyote Hills Regional Park

8000 Patterson Ranch Rd
Fremont, CA 94555

Wes M. writes: Coyote Hills must be quite a boon for Newark/Fremont residents--it's pretty much the only place south of the city where you've got hills right on the edge of the bay.  It's especially striking how one minute you're in suburbia and then suddenly…

Skin Adore

5624 Thornton Ave
Newark, CA 94560

Cynthia H. writes: Sunita is the best!!!  I've been coming here regularly since an old coworker introduced me to her a few years back.  She does an excellent job of shaping/cleaning my brows with her delicate threading skills!  She always seems to make the pain more…

The Silver Palate Market Cafe

680 Main St.
Pleasanton, CA 94566

J K. writes: This restaurant is a total gem. Its never crowded, which sometimes worries me, because i want Silver Palate to stick around. Everything's organic, fairly priced (a little high for a college student's budget for lunch), but they have the sunset…

Maselli Bros Shoe Repair

1809 Santa Rita Rd
Ste E
Pleasanton, CA 94566

D C. writes: Brought in a favorite pair of boots to have repaired.  They were ready in two days and because of such quality work, I've been able to get even more wear out of them.  Definitely worth the price for the repair.

Pleasanton Library

400 Old Bernal Ave
Pleasanton, CA 94566

Alicia H. writes: I spent ALOT of time at the Pleasanton Library in my High School days.  There were days I would actually would leave school and go to the library to avoid the after school rush of students.  

Aside from great literature and a quiet atmosphere to get…

Gay Nineties Pizza Co.

288 Main St.
Pleasanton, CA 94566

Scotty D. writes: growing up in pleasanton this is one of my all time favorite pizza places, well showbiz pizza palace closed down years ago. lol

since i was a child i loved coming here as the place was full of old timey fun. gay nineties to this day is the oldest…

Alan Test Only - Smog Test Station

2627 Middlefield Rd
Ste B
Redwood City, CA 94063

Laura T. writes: WOOHOO! I PASSED MY SMOG TEST!!!

Maybe this is not a big deal to some people, but for me, going to a smog test station is like going to the dentist after I've waited a liiiittle too long between visits. There's a ton of guilt involved. You feel like…

John's Char Burger

2617 Old 1st St
Livermore, CA 94550

Sun E. writes: Great burgers!
Great fries!
Great shakes!

The Restaurant Wente Vineyards

5050 Arroyo Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

Laura 'jinx.tv' K. writes: Last weekend, the bf dragged me to a wedding. Okay, not dragged...since I didn't realize I was going to have to dance or anything I went pretty willingly.

The next morning, my bf informs me that it is MY FAULT that a bunch of people are now going to…

The Course at Wente Vineyards

5050 Arroyo Rd
Livermore, CA 94550

D-shiz L. writes: One of the best public courses here in the bay area.  Every hole has its own unique character, from tee to green.  The course winds around east bay canyon settings and lush vineyard surroundings, whatta combo!  The service here, makes an ordinary…