Vee Cosmetics

10921 N Wolfe Road
Cupertino Village
Cupertino, CA 95014

K. I. writes: They carry all the department store lines of Shiseido cosmetics and skin care products here, including Qiora, which is why this is my Shiseido shop.

They have a "customer appreciation" program, which means they tally your purchases over a year, and…

Susan's Bridal

10186 Imperial Ave
Cupertino, CA 95014

Daisy C. writes: Susan Chen is a designer who had a bridal shop in San Jose that closed in 2003.  However, she still designs and sew custom dresses from her home office in Cupertino.  She made a silk gown for me a few years ago.  I brought in magazine pictures to…

Summerwinds Nursery

1491 S De Anza Blvd
Cupertino, CA 95014

Lauren W. writes: This is a great place to stock up on plants and garden essentials for the spring.  The staff here is very friendly (they brought the bags of soil we bought out to our car for us!), and they have a good selection of plants and other garden staff…

Apple Store Online

Cupertino, CA 95015

Miki M. writes: If you have interest in Apple Macintosh computers, iPods and accessories, the Apple Store web-site offers a great shopping experience. I ordered equipment for more than 6000 dollars in the last year & a half; during the ordering process, the site…

Photogaga

Cupertino, CA 95015

Mimi T. writes: I scratched my head trying to figure out what to get my dad for Father's Day. What to get for a dad who has everything--including the world's greatest daughter?
Just as I was multi-tasking, cleaning out my inbox and cruising through Amazon for…

Lux Image Agency

10 Jackson St
Ste 103
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Alison F. writes: "Fresh and natural" is Jena's specialty.  Jena and her girls did my wedding makeup and I absolutely loved it.  The air brush foundation makes a HUGE difference... it feels light, looks natural, and provides full coverage!  What more could you want?…

Luminous Threads Boutique

6223 Highway 9
Felton, CA 95018

Maryanne R. writes: If it weren't for Yelp, I don't think I would have ever found Luminous Threads on my own.  It's WAY off my beaten path.  This shop is lovely and definitely worth seeking out.  Nice selection of quality yarns, including my all-time fav, Rowan Yarns.…

Felton Paint & Hardware Center

6291 Highway 9
Felton, CA 95018

ECV F. writes: I live in Felton.  When I need to run out to get something fast I go to Felton Hardware.  This store is larger than it looks from the outside and don't think it doesn't have a good selection. It does.  I have never gone in there for something and not…

Postal Mate Plus

201 Los Gatos Saratga Rd
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Jimmy W. writes: I regularly ship packages here and the people are extremely nice and friendly.

Crossroads Bicycles

217 N Santa Cruz Ave # C
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Irene S. writes: I'm ramping up for my first tri and am in the market for a bike. Road? Hybrid? Mtn? Carbon? Aluminum? Dropped?  Buying the right bike seems infinitely more complicated than a car.  The sales people here don't act like sales guys at all.  Not pushy;…

Ace-Rural Supply Hardware

110 S Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Vlado H. writes: If you live in Los Gatos you have two choices for hardware stores, Ace-Rural or Orchard Supply on Los Gatos Boulevard.  On several occasions Rural has saved my behind, the last being when my plumber  with my assistance dug up and repaired our damaged…

Happy Dragon Thrift Shop

245 W Main St
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Scott S. writes: Thrilled by bargains? Cheap, I mean, really cheap prices?  

Check out the Happy Dragon Thrift Store in Los Gatos.  This store has much better prices than other charity thrift stores.  Where else can you get a shirt for a dollar or even 50 cents…

Belgian Diamond Specialties

16 N Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Jeff H. writes: Need some bling?  This is the place to go.  Now, I'm not talking your rappers gold chain with diamond encrusted initials or anything tacky like that.  I'm talking about high quality, stylinsh, classic, and well made jewelry.

Bob (the owner) and Tom…

Tassels of Los Gatos

305 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Madison W. writes: Adorable little store, but rather snobby reception. But hey, what do you expect for Los Gatos? ;) They carry the typical upscale baby products such as Petunia Pickle Bottom diaper bags, as well as Seven jeans at $100 for your trendy 11 yr old. I can…

Green Thumb Nursery

15796 Winchester Blvd
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Mara T. writes: I'm a gardening whore. As such, I come often to places like Green Thumb, spend way too much money, shuttle my goodies home for planting...watch them bloom their little hearts out for most of the year here in CA, and then watch them slowly turn brown…

Rouge

50 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Mison L. writes: It's hip store at the best spot in down town of Los Gatos.
I found another store in Santa Cruz too.

I inquired something via email and Keiki, owner, was nice enough to reply quickly.  Nice~!

I like their web site too.
A little pricy...!

Vintages

130 N Santa Cruz Avenue Suite C
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Shiho F. writes: An amazing shop with an antiquey name.  This adorable shop offered a lot of new items asn well as some goods with an old world charm.  The locals recommended us to stop in as we were on a search for a vintage handkercheif.  They had a handful of…

Manaz

216 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA 95030

Irene S. writes: In this day of kitschy Bling and Glitter, Parisian Manaz garments are refreshingly clean, minimalistic - reflects a boutique owner with an eye for high taste and sophistication. But I'm really crazy about the leather wristlets and accessories:…

Chocolate Dream Box

710 Blossom Hill Rd.
Los Gatos, CA 95032

R S. writes: I'm totally hooked on this place.  I go there at least every 3 weeks and get at least a $70 box, with half raspberry filled with a butterfly design on top (can't remember what they are called), or dark chocolates with a cherry and brandy filled…

Office Depot

15166 Los Gatos Boulevard
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Adelina R. writes: I never thought I'd write a review for Office Depot, but I couldn't help myself after the great customer service I received.  After going to Kinkos in Los Gatos, and getting really snooty service from some idiot, I decided to go to Office Depot.  Not…

Ace Los Gatos Hardware

15300 Los Gatos Blvd
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Shalee S. writes: I always forget that this place is right down the street from my house and like the other reviewer said you don't think they will have what you need because it is so small.  They have had several things that Home Depot did not have or have any idea…

Amuse

447 Great Mall Pkwy
Milpitas, CA 95035

Jaye C. writes: Numerous times I've come here and I always find something that comes home with me. Spend $50 and you'll still feel like you spent your money well. Items here are super cheap, none have fallen apart on me or anything.

I come here for:
- fake eyelashes @…

5-7-9

Great Mall
Milpitas, CA 95035

Susan D. writes: Cute store, great prices on trendy styles.  
I bought a few summer dresses and skirts here and love them.  They had a buncha cute shirt too but, I have to be in an especially good shopping mood to mess with shirts.   Last time I went the sale was…

Sun Bike Shop

1624 S. Main St.
Milpitas, CA 95035

Justin L. writes: Jason was way cool. he's very mellow but seems to know his stuff. I was a newbie going into the bikeshop with one of my coworkers. Jason was very patient, honest and explained details about the bike and waited on me while i looked at them and tried…

Walgreens Drug Stores

1833 N Milpitas Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035

Kathy T. writes: This is a local spot. I know almost all the workers here. They usually have sales here and there but the stuff there is still overpriced. Theres one lady there that always helps me out and tries to find all the coupons to help me have a better…

Logos Etc.

633 S Main St
Milpitas, CA 95035

Rob P. writes: Omg...I didn't even know it but my best friend's aunt owns this place.  It is hella nice inside after we redid the store!  The staff is always friendly and helpful.  I highly recommend it to anyone looking for uniforms and/or cheap clothes.

Simas' Jewelers

200 Serra Way
Ste 11
Milpitas, CA 95035

Mercy B. writes: ++++Update 4/20/08++++

Simas finally closed their doors "sniff, sniff."

I was able to visit with the owners prior to them closing their doors. They were so very sad - but they knew it was time to move on.

My best wishes to Suzette, Carlos and their…

Main Mobile

1755 Landess Ave
Milpitas, CA 95035

Nga T. writes: Hmmmm.. Where do I start with cell phone shops.  I don't go to any mall shops because they just bug me. I like Main Mobile because the owners Kelly & Phil are honest and helpful.  Those are qualitites that most cell phone shops don't offer. If they…

Elegant Tailoring

103 Serra Way
Milpitas, CA 95035

Rebecca X. writes: I was looking for alteration on jeans for a while. My friend told me Macys did very good job, so I went there, but was told they only do alteration for pants bought at Macys. So, I was disappointed and looking for another place. I bought 3 pants to…

McCarthy Ranch Corporation

367 Cypress Dr
Milpitas, CA 95035

Wesley J. writes: As a whole, this is a good company to work for.  Good concept for shopping too.

De Gallerie

480 Barber Ln
Milpitas, CA 95035

Eric W. writes: De Gallerie is also known as my "last ditch effort," but safe choice for buying gifts for females. Over the years, I have purchased countless items for my mom, sister, and girl "friends" from here, and they all seem to love them.

The specialty here is…

Chong Hing Jewelers

390 Barber Ln
Milpitas, CA 95035

Kenneth L. writes: I like this store.  The best feature is that it is low price for high quality products.

The same watch that I saw at Macy's that is for $1800, at Chong Hing, it is only $1470.

And what's more, the saleslady was very patient, and she wasn't like other…

Naturalizer Outlet

447 Great Mall Dr
Milpitas, CA 95035

deb n. writes: The good news, has shoes, dress, athletic, casual for wide and narrow width feet.  The bad news, shoes my mom and grandma would wear.  $50-90 price range.

Childern's Place the

401 Great Mall Dr
Milpitas, CA 95035

kim t. writes: I love this place!  The clothes are sooooo cute and it seems like they always have new inventory.  The last 6 times I went here to buy presents i found 4-5 items each for a great price.  I just went there yesterday and found a ton of cute clothes.  I…

Film Galleria

1351 Jacklin Rd
Milpitas, CA 95035

dennis m. writes: WOW...I remember walking into this place for the first time years ago. I felt like a little boy in a candy shop - being the Asian film enthusiast that I am.

For $6.50 you can rent 2 movies and you get 1 free. Great deal right? It beats having to go to…

Sports Authority

1200 Great Mall Dr
Milpitas, CA 95035

Susan D. writes: I have mixed feelings about this place.  It's a quick, convenient place to stop when I need something but then, it's hard to find people to help you and they don't always have what you need.  

For example, the time before last that I was there, I was…

Sports Authority

111 Ranch Dr
Milpitas, CA 95035

Jackie S. writes: Went here for Black Friday shopping and my shopping experience was excellent! The crowds weren't rowdy and I bought everything I needed. In addition, the coupon savings that were passed out tho the first 100 customers was very helpful with the…