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Lawrence Plaza - Food Court is one of favs around Bay Area.

1. Lawrence Plaza - Food Court

3561 El Camino Real (at Lawrence Expy), Santa Clara, CA
Food Court · 17 tips and reviews

Tom M.Tom McGhan: I've seen this food court stay open as late as 9/10pm, which is better than most malls in the Bay Area.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is one of favs around Bay Area.

2. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

7.5
10690 N De Anza Blvd, Cupertino, CA
American Restaurant · North De Anza Boulevard · 145 tips and reviews

Marlon E.Marlon E: 1. Order Pizookie.2. NOM NOM NOM.

Santana Row is one of favs around Bay Area.

3. Santana Row

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

Seth B.Seth Bindernagel: Stay classy @ Santana Roooowwwwwwwwwwww!

Blowfish Sushi to Die For is one of favs around Bay Area.

4. Blowfish Sushi to Die For

355 Santana Row (at Olin Ave), San Jose, CA
Sushi Restaurant · 78 tips and reviews
Panther Beach is one of favs around Bay Area.

5. Panther Beach

9.0
Highway 1 (btw Bonny Doon Rd & Coast Rd), Davenport, CA
Beach · 10 tips and reviews

Scott C.Scott Craig: Make sure you walk through the natural arch

Nothing Bundt Cakes is one of favs around Bay Area.

6. Nothing Bundt Cakes

7.4
421 N Santa Cruz Ave (at Los Gatos - Saratoga Rd), Los Gatos, CA
Bakery · 14 tips and reviews

Reinita O.Reinita Osborne: These are amazing cakes...they r moist not dry and the frosting is Yum! The small buntini's are only $16.00 for a dozen. Great treat to bring to a friends.

Sweet Pea's Cafe & Catering is one of favs around Bay Area.

7. Sweet Pea's Cafe & Catering

8.6
453 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA
Café · 24 tips and reviews
Yiassoo is one of favs around Bay Area.

8. Yiassoo

8.5
10660 S De Anza Blvd (at Bollinger Rd.), Cupertino, CA
Greek Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Namita D.Namita D: Great gyros

Westfield Valley Fair is one of favs around Bay Area.

9. Westfield Valley Fair

8.3
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd (at Baywood Ave), Santa Clara, CA
Shopping Mall · 199 tips and reviews
Seabright State Beach is one of favs around Bay Area.

10. Seabright State Beach

9.4
Seabright Ave (East Cliff Dr), Santa Cruz, CA
Beach · Eastside · 33 tips and reviews

Jamie W.Jamie Williams: Easy to get to, always friendly people everywhere! Parking can be tricky but don't give up- good spots come often!

Golden Gate Bridge is one of favs around Bay Area.

11. Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Brg S, San Francisco, CA
Bridge · 813 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The Golden Gate Bridge was the longest suspension bridge span in the world when it was completed in 1937, & has become an internationally recognized symbol of San Francisco and CA.

Pier 39 is one of favs around Bay Area.

12. Pier 39

2 Beach St (at The Embarcadero), San Francisco, CA
Pier · Fishermans Wharf · 388 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: One of San Francisco's most popular tourist destinations, the Wharf consists of a long, coast-side row of restaurants, street vendors, souvenir stores and beautiful ocean scenery.

San Francisco Centre is one of favs around Bay Area.

13. San Francisco Centre

7.5
865 Market St (btwn 4th & 5th St), San Francisco, CA
Shopping Mall · SoMa · 225 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: In March 2009, Westfield San Francisco Centre shopping center was named as one of 9 finalists for the “World’s Best Shopping Center” by the International Council of Shopping Centers Inc.

Dolce Spazio Dessert Cafe is one of favs around Bay Area.

14. Dolce Spazio Dessert Cafe

8.8
221 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · 36 tips and reviews

Mary P.Mary Pope-Handy: Fabulous gelato - this place often is rated "best place to get dessert" in Los Gatos. (Also good for morning coffee and a little breakfast of a muffin, scone etc.)

The Counter is one of favs around Bay Area.

15. The Counter

7.9
3055 Olin Ave, Ste 1035, San Jose, CA
Burger Joint · Santana Row · 111 tips and reviews

Kyle F.Kyle Fowler: Can't beat the Parmesan fries... maybe go 50/50 parmesan and sweet potato fries for the best burger companion

DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse is one of favs around Bay Area.

16. DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse

8.0
3530 Steven's Creek Boulevard (at Cypress Ave), San Jose, CA
Shoe Store · 16 tips and reviews

Irene S.Irene Soenaryo: Great place finding good price shoes

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is one of favs around Bay Area.

17. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.5
400 Beach Street (btw Riverside Ave & Cliff St), Santa Cruz, CA
Pedestrian Plaza · Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk · 186 tips and reviews

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: Developers once hoped this boardwalk would become California’s Coney Island. After more than a hundred years, it is now the oldest seaside amusement park on the West Coast. (From Aerial America) Read more.

Stanford Shopping Center is one of favs around Bay Area.

18. Stanford Shopping Center

8.6
660 Stanford Shopping Ctr (Sand Hill Rd), Palo Alto, CA
Shopping Mall · 103 tips and reviews

Stanford UniversityStanford University: No, Stanford doesn’t offer a degree in shopping, but rental income from this outdoor mall does support the University. Look for gorgeous flowers in-bloom year-round.

19. Harold's Hot Dog

1510 De Anza Blvd, San Jose, CA
Food Truck · No tips or reviews

20. Zeytoun

191 Metro Dr (at Technology Dr.), San Jose, CA
Middle Eastern Restaurant · North San Jose · 4 tips and reviews

Sean H.Sean Hanson: $12 lunch buffet and belly dancers on Fridays

Saratoga Bagels is one of favs around Bay Area.

21. Saratoga Bagels

8.4
12840 Sunnyvale Saratoga Rd (at Pierce Rd), Saratoga, CA
Bagel Shop · 17 tips and reviews

sayumisayumi: get asiago with honey cream cheese

SAP Center at San Jose is one of favs around Bay Area.

22. SAP Center at San Jose

8.7
525 W Santa Clara St (at N Autumn St), San Jose, CA
Hockey Stadium · 223 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: The arena is also commonly called, The Shark Tank or The Tank, both of which come from its primary tenant, the Sharks!

Los Gatos Meats Smokehouse is one of favs around Bay Area.

23. Los Gatos Meats Smokehouse

8.9
575 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA
Butcher · 29 tips and reviews
One Pot Shabu Shabu is one of favs around Bay Area.

24. One Pot Shabu Shabu

8.6
19648 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA
Shabu-Shabu Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

Kien M.Kien Mach: One of the best places to go on a cold night.

Capitola Beach is one of favs around Bay Area.

25. Capitola Beach

8.9
Esplanade, Capitola, CA
Beach · 40 tips and reviews

CJ L.CJ L: Capitola is awesome for everyone. Fun surf and a cute little town.

Gelato Classico is one of favs around Bay Area.

26. Gelato Classico

8.2
241 Castro St #B (btwn Villa & Dana St), Mountain View, CA
Gelato Shop · Downtown Mountain View · 76 tips and reviews

Caroline L.Caroline L.: The gelato here is so yummy. The owner is super friendly. I always order vanilla bean and lychee gelato.

Tea Era 茶殿 is one of favs around Bay Area.

27. Tea Era 茶殿

7.4
271 Castro St (btwn Villa & W Dana St), Mountain View, CA
Bubble Tea Shop · Downtown Mountain View · 103 tips and reviews
Therapy is one of favs around Bay Area.

28. Therapy

8.5
250 Castro St (btwn Villa & W Dana St), Mountain View, CA
Boutique · Downtown Mountain View · 29 tips and reviews

Amanda V.Amanda Van West: Great selection of vintage-inspired everything, plus they always play good music!

New Mongolian BBQ is one of favs around Bay Area.

29. New Mongolian BBQ

6.8
304 Castro St (at W Dana St.), Mountain View, CA
Mongolian Restaurant · Downtown Mountain View · 50 tips and reviews
City of Mountain View is one of favs around Bay Area.

30. City of Mountain View

California
City · 32 tips and reviews

Sonal S.Sonal Solanki: Beautiful downtown!

Fantasia Coffee & Tea is one of favs around Bay Area.

31. Fantasia Coffee & Tea

8.1
10933 N Wolfe Rd (at Homestead Rd), Cupertino, CA
Bubble Tea Shop · 54 tips and reviews

Michelle L.Michelle L: Get the Lychee Green Tea, they give you real lychee pieces in the drink.

32. Great Mall

7.6
447 Great Mall Dr (at Falcon Dr), Milpitas, CA
Shopping Mall · Midtown · 119 tips and reviews

Aaron L.Aaron Lang: Its a circle, so you can't get lost

In-N-Out Burger is one of favs around Bay Area.

33. In-N-Out Burger

8.7
604 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · 70 tips and reviews

Josh T.Josh Tablak: LOL SECRET MENU

La Victoria Taqueria is one of favs around Bay Area.

34. La Victoria Taqueria

8.3
140 E San Carlos St (at S 4th St.), San Jose, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 146 tips and reviews

Glenda B.Glenda B 🙌: This is a South Bay MUST. Whatever you order, you will need to slather it in the orange sauce. Get the orange sauce. I think the key ingredient must be Crack.

Coach House Wine & Spirits is one of favs around Bay Area.

35. Coach House Wine & Spirits

6.9
1655 S De Anza Blvd (at Prospect), Cupertino, CA
Wine Store · 10 tips and reviews
Coconuts Caribbean Restaurant & Bar is one of favs around Bay Area.

36. Coconuts Caribbean Restaurant & Bar

8.0
642 Ramona St (at Hamilton), Palo Alto, CA
Caribbean Restaurant · University South · 101 tips and reviews
Donut Wheel is one of favs around Bay Area.

37. Donut Wheel

7.4
10250 N De Anza Blvd, Cupertino, CA
Donut Shop · 40 tips and reviews
The Happy Hooligans is one of favs around Bay Area.

38. The Happy Hooligans

1711 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

Nick P.Nick Pantages: Very delicious even if you aren't vegetarian.

Ben Tre is one of favs around Bay Area.

39. Ben Tre

8.1
219 El Camino Real (btwn La Cruz & Victoria Ave), Millbrae, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews

Kevin C.Kevin Chin: The entrees are pretty big and great service. Go with the fried fish and garlic noodles

Asteria Grill is one of favs around Bay Area.

40. Asteria Grill

7.2
502 Ross Dr, Sunnyvale, CA
Greek Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews
Pampas is one of favs around Bay Area.

41. Pampas

529 Alma St (btw University & Hamilton), Palo Alto, CA
Brazilian Restaurant · University South · 78 tips and reviews

TristanTristan: You have to be either really hungry or REALLY hungry to come here. Make absolutely sure u go rodizio or go home!

Cafe LaTTea is one of favs around Bay Area.

42. Cafe LaTTea

7.6
19501 Stevens Creek Blvd Ste 101 (at Wolfe Rd), Cupertino, CA
Café · Vallco Park South · 34 tips and reviews

Michelle L.Michelle L: Make it unique, add basil seeds and aloe to your flavored green tea!

Whole Foods Market is one of favs around Bay Area.

43. Whole Foods Market

9.3
20955 Stevens Creek Blvd (at N Stelling Rd), Cupertino, CA
Grocery Store · 103 tips and reviews

Sarah Kay H.Sarah Kay Hoffman: Best Whole Foods!

Orenchi Ramen is one of favs around Bay Area.

44. Orenchi Ramen

3540 Homestead Rd (at Lawrence Expy), Santa Clara, CA
Ramen Restaurant · 190 tips and reviews

BurpBurp: If you want to come here for lunch, come in before 11:15am to get seated at 11:30. Else, you'll have to wait for 30-45 minutes when the 1st round of diners finish eating.

Paris Baguette is one of favs around Bay Area.

45. Paris Baguette

7.7
20735 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA
Bakery · 34 tips and reviews

WinWin: Try the Croissant Donut!

Terùn Pizzeria is one of favs around Bay Area.

46. Terùn Pizzeria

8.1
448 S California Ave (at El Camino Real), Palo Alto, CA
Pizzeria · 83 tips and reviews
La Fondue is one of favs around Bay Area.

47. La Fondue

8.3
14550 Big Basin Way (btw 3rd & 4th St), Saratoga, CA
French Restaurant · Saratoga Village · 48 tips and reviews

Allison L.Allison Lyons: Want to go for dessert only? Come after dinner between 9:30 and 10:00 Sunday thru Thursday, or Friday and Saturday between 10:30 - 11:00. Chocolate fondue is $8-10 per person.

Islands Restaurant is one of favs around Bay Area.

48. Islands Restaurant

20750 Stevens Creek Boulevard (De Anza Blvd), Cupertino, CA
Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews
Cafe Milan is one of favs around Bay Area.

49. Cafe Milan

3561 El Camino Real (at Lawrence Expy), Santa Clara, CA
Dessert Shop · 9 tips and reviews

Diana L.Diana Luu: Get the "Eat Your Green". Light heaven in a bowl.

Donato Enoteca is one of favs around Bay Area.

50. Donato Enoteca

8.0
1041 Middlefield Rd (Main St), Redwood City, CA
Italian Restaurant · 42 tips and reviews
Thaiphoon is one of favs around Bay Area.

51. Thaiphoon

4996 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA
Thai Restaurant · West Valley · 9 tips and reviews
Persian Afghan Kabob is one of favs around Bay Area.

52. Persian Afghan Kabob

604 S Mary Ave, Sunnyvale, CA
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews
Xanh Restaurant is one of favs around Bay Area.

53. Xanh Restaurant

110 Castro St (at W Evelyn Ave), Mountain View, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Downtown Mountain View · 102 tips and reviews

Tapan B.Tapan B: Excellent happy hour menu- probably the best ambience and deal for happy hour in downtown mountain view

Pacific Catch is one of favs around Bay Area.

54. Pacific Catch

8.2
1875 S Bascom Ave (at E Campbell Ave), Campbell, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Pruneyard · 64 tips and reviews

Pacific CatchPacific Catch: Eating on the lite side these days? Regulars like to order their rice bowls with half brown rice, half lettuce

Ike's Sandwiches is one of favs around Bay Area.

55. Ike's Sandwiches

8.8
21000 Stevens Creek Blvd, Ste 100 (at Stelling Rd.), Cupertino, CA
Sandwich Spot · 89 tips and reviews

Joelle D.Joelle Driver: Park at the Mormon church on Stelling rd. The lot is free and as long as you park near the back they don't tow.

A Slice of New York is one of favs around Bay Area.

56. A Slice of New York

7.8
1253 W El Camino Real (at S. Bernardo Ave.), Sunnyvale, CA
Pizzeria · 50 tips and reviews

Michael M.Michael Margulies: You can order by-the-slice if you want to try out all different kinds of Pizza!

Kunjip Restaurant is one of favs around Bay Area.

57. Kunjip Restaurant

8.7
1066 Kiely Blvd (at Benton St), Santa Clara, CA
Korean Restaurant · 72 tips and reviews

Min L.Min Lee: Go hungry. You get free refills on cold noodles!

FARM, The Carneros Inn is one of favs around Bay Area.

58. FARM, The Carneros Inn

8.8
4048 Sonoma Hwy, Napa, CA
American Restaurant · Carneros region · 32 tips and reviews

Megan B.Megan Berry: Everything here is amazing. Save room for dessert!

El Dorado Kitchen is one of favs around Bay Area.

59. El Dorado Kitchen

8.8
405 1st St W (at Spain St.), Sonoma, CA
American Restaurant · 91 tips and reviews

60. Thea Mediterranean Cuisine

3090 Olsen Dr (at Santana Row), San Jose, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · 32 tips and reviews

DJLYRiQDJLYRiQ: I would go here every day just to smoke Hookah. It's amazing. Arab music, good hookah, and a fun place to hang with friends.

61. Dish n Dash

8.6
736 N Mathilda Ave, Sunnyvale, CA
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 90 tips and reviews

Moushumi G.Moushumi Ghosh: The food is good. Service is terribly slow and the cashier is not customer friendly

Hay Market Willow Glen is one of favs around Bay Area.

62. Hay Market Willow Glen

1185 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA
Gastropub · Willow Glen · 11 tips and reviews

Charles M.Charles Myers: This has become one of my favorite restaurants. The menu continually changes and is always creative and scrumptious.

Nirvanaah is one of favs around Bay Area.

63. Nirvanaah

8.1
1038 E El Camino Real (at Henderson Ave.), Sunnyvale, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · 51 tips and reviews

Michelle P.Michelle Park: Sugar free choices here (esp rose and fig) are as excellent as the regular flavors. Try a sample and see if you like them!

Tomi Seafood Buffet is one of favs around Bay Area.

64. Tomi Seafood Buffet

7.4
2200 Eastridge Loop, San Jose, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Eastridge Mall · 37 tips and reviews
Encuentro is one of favs around Bay Area.

65. Encuentro

550 2nd St, Oakland, CA
Wine Bar · Produce and Waterfront · 36 tips and reviews

Stacy c.Stacy catS: Fantastic vegetarian tapas and great wine choices at reasonable prices

66. Red Room Hookah

6.8
2902 Almaden Expy Ste D, San Jose, CA
Hookah Bar · South San Jose · 6 tips and reviews

Shweta A.Shweta Agarwal: great ambience and hookah experience.. one of my favs

Stacks is one of favs around Bay Area.

67. Stacks

8.3
139 E Campbell Ave (at 3rd St), Campbell, CA
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Campbell · 69 tips and reviews

Tina W.Tina Warvi: I have yet to order something that is not tasty. I love to go on Sunday even tho it's packed. Put your name in & go stroll Farmer's Market. Time flies and you'll have fun while waiting.

Campbell Creamery is one of favs around Bay Area.

68. Campbell Creamery

8.3
267 E Campbell Ave Ste A, Campbell, CA
Frozen Yogurt Shop · Downtown Campbell · 23 tips and reviews
Snowflake is one of favs around Bay Area.

69. Snowflake

4288 Dublin Blvd Ste 105, Dublin, CA
Dessert Shop · 11 tips and reviews
Fireside Caffe Deli & Gelato is one of favs around Bay Area.

70. Fireside Caffe Deli & Gelato

3245 Stevens Creek Blvd (at Henry Ave.), San Jose, CA
Café · 20 tips and reviews

FiveStarsFiveStars: Use your FiveStars card to earn 1 free gelato!

Gilroy Premium Outlets is one of favs around Bay Area.

71. Gilroy Premium Outlets

7.7
681 Leavesley Rd (at Hwy 101), Gilroy, CA
Outlet Mall · 71 tips and reviews
Tangerine Hookah Lounge is one of favs around Bay Area.

72. Tangerine Hookah Lounge

7.6
30 Fountain Alley (Ste 150), San Jose, CA
Hookah Bar · Downtown San Jose · 25 tips and reviews

FiveStarsFiveStars: Use your FiveStars card and earn 1 $0.01 Hookah!

Chalkboard is one of favs around Bay Area.

73. Chalkboard

8.6
29 North St, Healdsburg, CA
New American Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews
Los Gatos Cafe is one of favs around Bay Area.

74. Los Gatos Cafe

8.5
340 N Santa Cruz Ave (at Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd), Los Gatos, CA
Breakfast Spot · 62 tips and reviews

Ken G.Ken G: Best breakfast in Los Gatos.

99 Chicken is one of favs around Bay Area.

75. 99 Chicken

6.2
2781 El Camino Real (at Bowers Ave.), Santa Clara, CA
Korean Restaurant · 46 tips and reviews

Ellen L.Ellen Lai: Pretty much a hole in the wall korean fried chicken joint. If you get over the the self-help "salad bar"section with tacky styrofoam plates, then you can enjoy the Hot & Spicy drumsticks.

Lang Chay is one of favs around Bay Area.

76. Lang Chay

7.0
1143 Story Rd Ste 180, San Jose, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Central San Jose · 6 tips and reviews

Dolly B.Dolly Booo: Yummy! Excellent vegan food! I recommend this little cute place!

Crepevine is one of favs around Bay Area.

77. Crepevine

7.2
300 Castro St (at W Dana St), Mountain View, CA
Creperie · Downtown Mountain View · 94 tips and reviews
Quince is one of favs around Bay Area.

78. Quince

8.9
470 Pacific Ave (at Montgomery St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Jackson Square · 78 tips and reviews
Stones Throw is one of favs around Bay Area.

79. Stones Throw

1896 Hyde St (btwn Green & Vallejo St), San Francisco, CA
American Restaurant · Russian Hill · 92 tips and reviews
Mission Peak Regional Preserve is one of favs around Bay Area.

80. Mission Peak Regional Preserve

8.9
2000 Stanford Ave, Fremont, CA
Hiking Trail · 54 tips and reviews
Big Mug Coffee Roaster is one of favs around Bay Area.

81. Big Mug Coffee Roaster

8.3
3014 El Camino Real (at Alpine Ave), Santa Clara, CA
Coffee Shop · 43 tips and reviews
Seven Hills is one of favs around Bay Area.

82. Seven Hills

8.5
1550 Hyde St (btwn Pacific Ave & Jackson St), San Francisco, CA
Italian Restaurant · Nob Hill · 60 tips and reviews
Frances is one of favs around Bay Area.

83. Frances

9.2
3870 17th St (at Pond St), San Francisco, CA
New American Restaurant · Castro · 157 tips and reviews
Gather is one of favs around Bay Area.

84. Gather

8.2
2200 Oxford St (at Alston Way), Berkeley, CA
New American Restaurant · Downtown Berkeley · 116 tips and reviews
Hotel Whitcomb is one of favs around Bay Area.

85. Hotel Whitcomb

4.6
1231 Market St (at 8th St.), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · SoMa · 114 tips and reviews
Hotel Carlton is one of favs around Bay Area.

86. Hotel Carlton

7.2
1075 Sutter Street (at Larkin), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · 53 tips and reviews
Pace Gallery is one of favs around Bay Area.

87. Pace Gallery

8.1
229 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Art Gallery · University South · 1 tip