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2796 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 329-8171

Midtown Shoe Repair  

Category: Shoe Repair

5.0 star rating
1/22/2012
I can't add much that hasn't already been written - great service, professional, quality work.  I went in for a bit of work on a belt and wasn't even charged!!  While walking out I spotted a great bag to use for the pool and was shocked at the very reasonable price.  I was just so impressed with not being charged for the work on the belt - that won me over as a customer.

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171 2nd St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 281-9000

Tempura House II  

Category: Japanese
Neighborhood: SOMA

1.0 star rating
1/16/2012
I agree with the other reviews: poor quality, tasteless, overpriced.  Nothing more needs to be written.

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855 El Camino Real, Ste 50
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 326-2253

Kara's Cupcakes  

Categories: Desserts, Bakeries

3.0 star rating
1/1/2012
I really wanted a red velvet cupcake but didn't see them (not sure they carry this flavor).  Good cupcakes but none in the area (including Sprinkles) can compare to Vanilla Moon in San Carlos.

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101 Forest Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Philz Coffee  

Category: Coffee & Tea

5.0 star rating
1/1/2012
Finally a Philz location just a few moments from home *and* next to the CalTrain station.  I love the interior and appreciate that there is ROOM to move around (unlike other locations).  Being the devoted follower that I am, I was there on opening day quite early for my cup of joe.  For regular I recommend "New Manhattan" and for decaf the "Swiss Decaf."

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515 El Camino Real
Menlo Park, CA 94025
(650) 326-6691

Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill  

Category: Mexican

4.0 star rating
1/1/2012
I really like this place.  Uber clean with great service, and tasty "fast" food.  I've had the steak taco, fish taco, and the nachos.  All really tasty and not overly heavy.  A tried and true after work take out place.

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290 Baldwin Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 343-4597

The Allergy & Asthma Clinic  

Category: Allergists

5.0 star rating
Update - 1/1/2012
I want to update my review of this wonderful health care provider.  I've been a patient here for many years, but have had a rough bout with bronchitis and viral ickies for the past six months, bringing me in several times for sick visits and other annual check-ups.  The Allergy & Asthma Clinic is HANDS DOWN the best health care provider I've ever trusted.  Professional, caring, and knowledgeable.  You won't go wrong here!

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  • 5.0 star rating
    4/14/2007 First to Review

    I am fortunate enough to be a patient at this full-service allergy care clinic.  Top notch staff: accommodating, warm & professional; up to date on all things allergy/asthma, and a soothing atmosphere.  I go there regularly and have never had bad service or care, and cannot recommend them highly enough to you.  They know me and go out of their way to assist me.  They are so friendly!!

    There is validated parking making it a very convenient location, and their hours are varied enough for everyone's schedule.

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950 Santa Cruz Ave
Menlo Park, CA 94025
(650) 323-8600

Menlo Park Presbyterian Church  

Category: Churches

5.0 star rating
1/1/2012
This is my church and I love it.  Great sermons and music, kind people, and a true community / service-minded congregation.  Whatever your interests you'll find a way to serve others in your town and truly make a difference in the world. You'll also meet many passionate, smart and fun people.

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75 Town & Country Village
Palo Alto, CA 94309
(650) 326-6159

Kirk's Steakburgers  

Categories: Burgers, Sandwiches

3.0 star rating
1/1/2012
I've been sick with a winter flu bug and final had my appetite return - all I wanted was a burger.  After stopping in at Sur La Table and Books Inc I ordered a burger to go.  Honestly I wasn't expecting much but was pleasantly surprised by the flavor of the ground beef.  Good service too.

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855 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 289-0019

Sur La Table  

Category: Kitchen & Bath

5.0 star rating
1/1/2012
This Sur La Table has the best service!  Such gracious staff and great offerings. I hope to take a cooking class there this year.

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1806 4th St
Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 849-2252

Sur La Table  

Category: Kitchen & Bath
Neighborhood: Fourth Street

5.0 star rating
Update - 1/1/2012
Back here again after many years - it's still the classic kitchen store I love.  Great service and many deals.

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  • 5.0 star rating
    9/28/2008

    Kitchen Krack.

    I kid you not....I can spend two hours in this store looking and handling every single kitchen krack gadget and leave in an absolute daze.  This stuff has so much power over me that I do not allow myself to go to SLT.  The Berkeley location is my 2nd fav shop as Seattle's store owns me.

    If I only had a massive kitchen. . .oh mama!

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December 2006

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"Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand.  Amazing story!!

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Steve Miller 1976, Crisler Arena, Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Sixteen Candles / Blazing Saddles.TV = The Wire/Friday Night Lights/The Nanny

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Gotta be a burger, fries and a Coke. German Chocolate Cake.

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My first words: Mommy, Daddy & Can I Upgrade?

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