Olio

384 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 95009

Linda T. writes: This is a cute little Mediterranean place.  I went for lunch on a weekday last summer.  Since it was nice out, I opted to sit on the patio in the front.  There was only one other party there while I was there, so I guess their lunchtimes tend to be…

Frederick's of Hollywood

10123 N Wolfe Rd Ste 2028
Cupertino, CA 95014

deb n. writes: Went on a Friday afternoon around 3pm to try and miss the holiday crowds.  Parked on the roof, nearest the Macy's and C entrance.  Not many parked there, walked down the hall and made a right to go to FoH.  

Went for my Liquid Dream, water bra, $29 ,…

Picchetti Winery

13100 Montebello Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Bryan K. writes: This place is a secret gem right in Cupertino... a stone's throw from my friend's place.  There's nice hiking to be had with a trailhead right by the winery.  There's also a little lake and a rod & gun club nearby... my friend is such a lucky…

Fantasia Coffee & Tea

10933 N Wolfe Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Julie K. writes: Ahhhhhh, I need mango milk tea right now!!
good location to hang out with friends and variety choices of drinks.. but bad smell around here.. yikes!

best boba tea place in bay area!

Apple Inc.

1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, CA 95014

Rilindo F. writes: Darn you.

Darn you for making the best operating System - Mac OS X.

Darn you for making the best music player.

Darn you for making the best desktop and laptop computers.

Darn you for making computing cool and fun again.

Darn you for making a permanant…

Sitting Pretty

Santa Clara, CA 95050

Joanne V. writes: I've worked with Vanessa on a wedding we did in Los Gatos and she was amazing. Very fast and effecient as well as professional.  It was as if she wasn't around and personally working with brides and bridesmaids on such a stressful day you need…

Choi's Kitchen

3530 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Jane L. writes: Rating to change maybe later when I will try something other than haemul pajun (seafood pancake).  

So I come here with my UFC friend because she wants Korean.  And because I want Korean.  I order haemul pajun as the entree special.  They weren't…

Neto Sausage Co.

3499 The Alameda
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Irene S. writes: Cool.  It's so show-my-ass-crack-tubby-b lue-collar standing outside on a corner in a long parking lot line whilst inhaling carcinogenic liquid smoke, hijacking a few juicy sausages or steaks in a tin half gallon tray hot off the grill, then heading…

L'Occitane

2855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Mara T. writes: L'Occitane. You make my wintery alligator hand skin smooth and supple....and empty my wallet of its cash while worming your sweet way into my winter-chilled heart. I'm obsessed with your shea butter hand creams and your lavendar and verbena scented…

Ilbunjee #1 - Pojangmacha

2325 El Camino Real
# 103
Santa Clara, CA 95050

euge l. writes: i really miss korea. the food, the women, the drinking, the women, the food, the women, the drinking, the women.

in korea, the food is amazing. they have neighborhoods entirely dedicated to certain dishes. some of my favorite places in seoul....

the…

Farm Fresh Produce of Santa Clara

805 Scott Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Tomomi S. writes: Forget the Whole foods, and don't even think about Safeway. If you live close to or work nearby this fresh produce place.... ohhh aren't you a lucky one!?

Good price and selection of items are amazing. Seasonal veggies and fruits are much cheaper and…

Mitri Hair Studio

1809 Pruneridge Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050

lucy k. writes: Mark and Tony rule, but let us now celebrate Sara.

In my last office, all of the PR girls had incredible hair. Sara's why. She does beautiful, subtle highlights, and her prices are great. She's out on maternity leave til late November, but check her…

KSCU 103.3 FM

500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95052

bardot c. writes: I like this station.

Though I wish they stopped playing my "Proper Social Etiquette" compilation over and over.

Heh.

edit 08.21.07 - I wish the oldies would stop playing when there's no dj there!  And someone needs to return my comp to the sound board!…

Bunny's Shoes

1350 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

laura b. writes: Tons of realllly cute shoes, lots of them vegan and all of them incredibly cheap.  Brands like Irregular Choice, BC Footwear, Seychelles, etc...everything for the budget fashionista.  I got some super adorable cut out mary janes with a little wedge…

Camouflage

1329 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Rachel G. writes: You like sexytime?  Porno with yellow hair ladies and shaved vagine?  Fake Chram size of Pepsi can that tickle for lady?  Or man.  Why not?

You like Camouflage.  Sexytime wearable clothings for you to make romance.

Yes?  You like this?  It's nice.

Asian Rose Cafe

514 Front St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Greycella L. writes: I always knew that this place was too good to be true. In a sea of overpriced EVERYTHING, this tucked away place was serving up mounds of tastiness. Nowhere else could you get this kind of bang for your buck- for five dollars you'd get enough food to…

Tea House Spa

112 Elm Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Oliver N. writes: Oh, Tea House.

Pretty much the most pleasantly, simply romantic evening activity you can fathom.  You arrive through the outer doors and inside the little entryway courtyard, already the outside world melts away.  Step inside and the quaint little…

Marianne's Ice Cream

1020 Ocean St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Donna P. writes: What do black licorice, horchata, and mint cookies 'n' cream have in common?

They're all unique, delicious flavors of ice cream available at Marianne's on Hwy. 17!

I went just for the black licorice. Don't saw "Eww!". I love it. My dad is German, and a…

Taqueria La Cabana

2332 Mission St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Paul D. writes: Alcachofa Burrito and Veggie Nachos.

Quattro Estrellas.

Zachary's Restaurant

819 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Aaron G. writes: I actually came here with low expectations.  I was told they have good breakfast but i was skeptical.  How great of a breakfast place could this be?  I love breakfast foods but its always about the same for the most part.  There are definitely…

Cafe Brasil

1410 Mission St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Melody K. writes: I wasn't very excited to visit Cafe Brasil for Sunday brunch.  I thought it would probably serve overrated, strangely spiced food, and the crowds of people waiting for a table at this tiny joint made me wish we'd gone to Denny's instead.  Well, I'm…

Paper Vision

1345 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Ileana S. writes: Whenever I come to this store, I get completely lost for about half an hour. It's the best place to get cards for whatever occasion. They also have calendars, posters and toys. I think that's the part where I get lost in. The toys. Last time I went…

Donnelly Fine Chocolates

1509 Mission St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Andi T. writes: I don't know what the five spices are in the Five Spice bar, but this is quite accurately labeled as "Fine Dark Chocolate."  Even the wrapping is artisan -- a handsome handmade paper wrapper and foil held in place with an actual piece of tape.

The…

The Mountain Winery

14831 Pierce Rd
Saratoga, CA 95070

laura b. writes: Maria is right.  BEST audience EVER. This place is like a little slice of Los Angeles in our own back yard.  I never knew Kathy Griffin's target demographic is bitches who wish they were Lara Flynn Boyle.  I mean, I expected the cliched super gay…

Jalisco Taqueria

401 South King Road
San Jose, CA 95106

Beth W. writes: Delicioso ~ that's how I sum up the food at Jalisco Taqueria!  As you folks know how my Spanish is limited (see my review of Mi Pueblo) but my love for all kinds of food is unlimited!

I've been going here for almost a year now since someone at work…

Cosentino's Markets

3521 Homestead Rd
Santa Clara, CA 95051

BeBe C. writes: I love Cosentino's. It's really the best for the elite, discerning chef. Wherelse can you get fresh porcini mushrooms, zuchinni flowers, authentic proscuitto (sliced fresh at counter and not sealed in plastic packages), bucatini pasta, and squid ink…

Rangoli Sweets

1584 Halford Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Zeke S. writes: dont trust a word I write here because I have no idea what I am talking about and I am not even sure what these things are supposed to taste like... Good that is out of the way.... I want to be able to throw my uneducated opinion around guilt free.…

Yumi Yogurt

3787 Stevens Creek Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Aileen A. writes: I've been going to this place for three days straight since I've discovered it.

Aside from the regular vanilla or plain yogurt, they have about 6 special flavors daily, and they ALWAYS change. That graham cheesecake that you loved today will be gone…

Vip Oriental

2776 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Christine E. writes: Ladies and gentlemen, I am saving my 100th review for a special place.  Now, I claim to be a SANTA CLARA girl at heart.  Life has taken me to different parts of the world, most recently three years spent in New York and a year in Washington, DC but…

SGD Tofu House

3450 El Camino Real
# 105
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Kristina R. writes: Simply delicious, and simply old-fashioned Korean cooking.  

This place reminded me of the food served on family night at my house.  I loved every nostalgic bite of my cold noodles (naeng myun) and kim-chee chigae soup.  They also served ban chan and…

Real Ice Cream

3077 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Flor D. writes: 4.5
MANGO ICE CREAM-Did they know I wanted to come back as a Mango in my next life. Holy MOLY!  
I was introduced to this joint by my 2 new ice cream lovin' friends, Manish and his wife.  10 or so "Indian" Flavors on the right and about 6  regular…

Cafe Aroma

3488 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051

Connie C. writes: Cafe Aroma has "Korean" fro-yo, aka tart fro-yo, aka Pinkberry knock-off... I don't know what everyone calls these trendy fro-yo places anymore, but they also have quite a few other dessert offerings! I was tempted to try their gelato or shaved ice…

Trendy Bean Cafe

1054 Kiely Blvd
Santa Clara, CA 95051

jessica t. writes: My mom once told me she drank ALOT of chocolate milk when pregnant with me,

Among many other artificially sweetened things.

Which explains why I'm probably the biggest sugar-head ever.

I get anxious if I don't get my daily dose. Start looking around.…

Airsoft Extreme

891 Laurelwood Rd
Ste 108
Santa Clara, CA 95054

john-michael c. writes: One of the only places to learn about / involved in / outfitted with / anything and everything airsoft. If they don't know, they can find out. And if they say you shouldn't - then you probably shouldn't.

I love this place - though I no longer play…

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…

Lulu Carpenter's

1545 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Justin C. writes: Lulu's is a decent coffeehouse on the better side of Pacific Avenue.  I used to spend a lot of money there on various menu items like their hot apple cider, coffees and their baked rigatoni.  I did tip well regularly when I was a patron, and didn't…

Vasili's Greek Restaurant

1501 Mission St # A
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

debbie h. writes: Let me start off by mentioning that I am going through this Med/Greek food kick.  IT seems that it's all I ever crave.  I dream about the next dolma I will devour.  Speaking of which, does anyone know who is making all these dolmas we see in every…

Skyview Drive-In Theatre

2260 Soquel Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Kingpin X. writes: I had never been to a drive-in before. Most people 'round here seems to gasp with disbelief when I say that, but it's true - not much call for them in the Grim North of England. But here in the clement California climate I cannot understand why they…

Moe's Alley

1535 Commercial Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Shari D. writes: Moe's Alley is the place to see new talent, as well as some tried and true local talent... It's a small venue, but where every seat is a good one. They have a good, comfortable vibe here, and an outdoor area for those of you who smoke. In cooler…