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Be a Local in San Jose
Roy's Station Coffee & Tea is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

1. Roy's Station Coffee & Tea

8.4
197 Jackson St (at 5th St), San Jose, CA
Coffee Shop · Japantown · 86 tips and reviews

Kevin P.Kevin Pratt: The cold brew is an espresso roast from Verve called Sermon. It delivers a strong mouth with a moderately deep and course body. The sting is mostly gone from cold brewing, but still earthy/bitter.

Philz Coffee is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

2. Philz Coffee

8.5
118 Paseo de San Antonio (at 4th St), San Jose, CA
Coffee Shop · Paseo · 216 tips and reviews

Kevin P.Kevin Pratt: Ether is subject to extra roasting time, so the tones are smoky, sweet focused in the body of the cup. The flavors present are green grape, chocolate and burnt clove.

Bill's Cafe is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

3. Bill's Cafe

8.7
2089 The Alameda (at Newhall St.), San Jose, CA
Breakfast Spot · Central San Jose · 84 tips and reviews

Carolyn K.Carolyn Kao: I can't stop ordering the Jalisco Scramble. Mexican brunch food is my excuse to indulge in my love for hot sauce.

Cocola Bakery is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

4. Cocola Bakery

8.2
333 Santana Row #1045 (at Tatum Lane), San Jose, CA
Café · 95 tips and reviews
Bijan Bakery & Cafe is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

5. Bijan Bakery & Cafe

7.3
170 S Market St #110 (Paseo de San Antonio), San Jose, CA
Café · Downtown San Jose · 58 tips and reviews

Princess Susannah G.Princess Susannah Greenwood: Amazing posh high end pasteries and cakes. Think bridal or baby shower! Yum! Early morning is best!

Santana Row is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

6. Santana Row

9.0
377 Santana Row (at Olin Ave), San Jose, CA
Shopping Mall · Valley Fair · 152 tips and reviews

Zakk D.Zakk DeVine: One of the place places to get designer anything, drinks and just be seen!

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

7. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library

8.4
150 E San Fernando St (at S. 4th St.), San Jose, CA
College Library · San Jose State University · 44 tips and reviews

Ray C.Ray Claire: Need as much silence as possible? Hit the 7th floor for the silent floor. (Why the silent floor is 7F and not 8F is beyond me, since 7F still has an open window into the noisy atrium.)

Happy Hollow Park & Zoo is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

8. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

8.7
1300 Senter Rd (at Story Rd), San Jose, CA
Zoo · Central San Jose · 65 tips and reviews

Princess Susannah G.Princess Susannah Greenwood: Special Collection of exotic animals including Lemurs and Capybara, LEED certified, puppet shows, rides, and days of fun for all ages in this historic park and zoo.

Emma Prusch Farm Park is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

9. Emma Prusch Farm Park

8.9
647 S King Rd (S King and 680), San Jose, CA
Garden · 16 tips and reviews

Ryan O.Ryan Ota: Great park for kids to explore

Sharks Ice at San Jose is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

10. Sharks Ice at San Jose

8.3
1500 S 10th St (at E Alma Ave), San Jose, CA
Hockey Stadium · 33 tips and reviews

Travis W.Travis W: If you don't know how to skate, use the barrels to support yourself.

Excite Ballpark is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

11. Excite Ballpark

8.2
588 E Alma Ave (at Senter Rd), San Jose, CA
Baseball Stadium · Central San Jose · 41 tips and reviews

Joe C.Joe C: Before you hit up the concession stands, check out the BBQ area by 3rd base (follow the footsteps!) for great food at reasonable prices!

San Jose Flea Market is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

12. San Jose Flea Market

6.4
1590 Berryessa Rd, San Jose, CA
Flea Market · 36 tips and reviews

Ray C.Ray Claire: The arcade here is alright. Last time I came here, they had Crisis Zone and The House of the Dead 4 for 50 cents, as well as vector Star Wars.Still miffed that the staff removed Blazing Star.

Sweet Tomatoes is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

13. Sweet Tomatoes

625 Coleman Ave (at W Taylor St), San Jose, CA
Buffet · Central San Jose · 37 tips and reviews

Ryan O.Ryan Ota: Get the coconut muffins if they have them

Good Karma is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

14. Good Karma

8.2
37 S 1st St, San Jose, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 90 tips and reviews

Princess Susannah G.Princess Susannah Greenwood: California does vegetarian and vegan perfectly. Good Karma is just one of several great places with heathly, inventive, delicious vegetarian and vegan cuisine.

Falafel's Drive-In is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

15. Falafel's Drive-In

8.8
2301 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA
Falafel Restaurant · Central San Jose · 164 tips and reviews

Bonnie B.Bonnie Boglioli-Randall: Iconic midcentury spot not to be missed: large portions for cheap eats; wish gyro meat was thin strips but falafel is superb as is hummus and tabbouleh .. 2 thumbs up

Pizza My Heart is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

16. Pizza My Heart

7.6
117 E San Carlos St (btw S 3rd St & S 4th St), San Jose, CA
Pizzeria · Downtown San Jose · 40 tips and reviews

Andrew G.Andrew Godfrey: Make sure you get a punch card and be sure to get it punched every time you go there. It's a great way to get a free meal

Big E Cafe Artisan Empanadas is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

17. Big E Cafe Artisan Empanadas

8.9
1683 Branham Ln (Ross Ave.), San Jose, CA
Peruvian Restaurant · 35 tips and reviews

Kevin M.Kevin Marks: Apart from the great coffee and empanadas and wifi, the other reason to come us the friendly, smiling staff. No emo Hipster baristas at Ernie's

Il Fornaio is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

18. Il Fornaio

6.8
302 S Market St, San Jose, CA
Italian Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 37 tips and reviews
Harry's Hofbrau is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

19. Harry's Hofbrau

390 Saratoga Ave (btwn Kiely & Stevens Creek Blvd.), San Jose, CA
German Restaurant · West Valley · 69 tips and reviews

Ryan O.Ryan Ota: Get the open faced turkey sandwhich

Iguanas Taqueria is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

20. Iguanas Taqueria

7.7
330 S 3rd St (btw San Carlos & San Salvador), San Jose, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 77 tips and reviews

Zakk D.Zakk DeVine: Home of the world famous Burritozilla! Open late to help calm your stomach after a night of drinking downtown!

Cha Cha Sushi is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

21. Cha Cha Sushi

7.7
547 W Capitol Expy (at Bluefield Dr.), San Jose, CA
Sushi Restaurant · South San Jose · 73 tips and reviews
Thai Spice is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

22. Thai Spice

1663 Lundy Ave (at Hostetter), San Jose, CA
Thai Restaurant · Berryessa · 9 tips and reviews

Louie 李景雲 L.Louie 李景雲 Lee: Brown rice instead of white rice is a healthier option.

Britannia Arms is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

23. Britannia Arms

6.9
5027 Almaden Expy (at Cherry Ave), San Jose, CA
Pub · 33 tips and reviews

Kevin M.Kevin Marks: The fish and chips are well worth the trip, and they serve proper Malt Vinegar with them

Flames Eatery & Bar is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

24. Flames Eatery & Bar

88 S 4th St (at E San Fernando St.), San Jose, CA
Diner · Downtown San Jose · 89 tips and reviews

Melissa D.Melissa Dagdagan: Come during happy hour for the cheap drinks and half-off appetizers, but be warned that it gets LOUD, almost club-like. Not a great place to be if you want to talk with a friend.

Willow Glen Creamery is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

25. Willow Glen Creamery

8.6
1104 Lincoln Ave (at Willow St), San Jose, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Willow Glen · 46 tips and reviews

Aaron H.Aaron Hurley: You must try the vanilla St. Louis Custard. Excellent with blackberries or peanut butter cup toppings, too!

Banana Crepe is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

26. Banana Crepe

8.4
248 Jackson St (at Sixth St), San Jose, CA
Dessert Shop · Japantown · 28 tips and reviews

Erica O.Erica Ota: Cash Only. Crepes and Shave Ice are delicious!!!

Hedley Club is one of Be a Local in San Jose.

27. Hedley Club

8.3
233 W Santa Clara St (at Hotel De Anza), San Jose, CA
Cocktail Bar · Downtown San Jose · 12 tips and reviews

Ryan O.Ryan Ota: Great place to get a drink in a quiet place. I feel like I'm on vacation here