New Stage Hair Salon

5255 Mowry Ave., Suite O
Fremont, CA 94538

Christina Y. writes: Considering that my last review (which was months ago!) was about hair removal as well, I thought I'd start off the way I ended. :)

My main reason for my patronage to this salon is THREADING. I know, I know.. I thought I found my ultimate hair removal…

Armadillo Bay

4004 Bay St
Fremont, CA 94538

Amy R. writes: Thanks for this one Yelpers!!!  I searched for clothing in Fremont because I can't stomach another trip to ghetto mall (Newpark) and came up with this place.

It feels just like a nice boutique in the city...but it's better because it's only a few…

Pasta Presto

40723 Grimmer Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

Steve N. writes: Good food, huge portions.  How often do you find a fast food pasta place?  I like the fact it's unique.  The staff/owners are very friendly.  The minnestrone soup is a must have.  It stays hot in the car, and is big enough for two.   In fact, you…

Starbucks Coffee

5605 Automall Pkwy
Fremont, CA 94538

Ed C. writes: This newer Starbucks location is a block closer to my work than the location I previously frequented.  Literally!  I don't know the business model of Starbucks and how they all stay open but there are 6 Starbucks within 5 minutes of my work.  I am…

Southern Heritage Bar-B-Q & Fish

40645 Fremont Blvd Ste 23
Fremont, CA 94538

Shari D. writes: This is Soul Food.

Fried okra, cornbread, baked beans... yummy baked beans, corn, SWEET POTATO PIE (It's DELISH!!)

The barbecue is yummy, too... the pulled pork sandwich, the hot links sandwich, the slow cooked pork ribs.... I mean, so far I haven't…

Beverages & More

5171 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

D-shiz L. writes: A one stop liquor shop.  Even though its a chain and very corporate, it is clean, organized and not so large, that i have to search endlessly to find what i'm looking for.  Often times i go in with nothing in particular in my mind, and walk out with…

Ristorante Il Porcino

3339 Walnut Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

Daniela A. writes: This is by far the best Italian restaurant in the Tri-City area. Not only is the food fabulous, but the atmosphere is intimate and romantic (a great place to go to on a date), it's not part of a chain (Fremont is plagued by chains, unfortunately),…

L&L Hawaiian BBQ

5255 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

JeFF T. writes: Hands down...the #1 chain for Hawaiian BBQ.  Before my visits to Hawaii, I'd often hear about 'plate lunches' and wondered why they were so popular.  After actually sampling it, I can see why it's addictive.  Not for those on a carb-free diet.  Two…

Hope Station

39418 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

Mary S. writes: I recently moved and brought five trunkloads of stuff to these guys. They accepted it all. Yes!

I've also bought some very like-new stuff from here on the cheap. Thrift stores can be a great way to suppliment your wardrobe without cleaning out your…

Sala Thai Restaurant

39170 State St
Fremont, CA 94538

Derrick V. writes: Authentic, home cooked style Thai food.  I took a Thai cooking class with Kasma Loha-unchit http://www.yelp.com/bi... and I think she would approve of the cooking here.  Roasted chili paste flavor in the Tom Yum, Kaffir lime leaf in the sauteed…

Chili's Grill & Bar

39131 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

Anna D. writes: I found a Chili's $25 gift card in the back pocket of some jeans that I probably haven't worn in over a year and decided that I would go to Chili's for lunch and use it up.  

I told my friend to order whatever his little heart desired and the tab…

Cost Plus World Market

39177 Farwell Dr
Fremont, CA 94538

Rinne R. writes: this store is the bomb if you're looking for exotic gifts!!  i didn't even realize it was a discount store so during Xmas, I ended up spending so much less than expected!  i love the picture frames and candle holders!!  5 stars!

Naz Cinema

39160 Paseo Padre Pkwy
Fremont, CA 94538

Joyita A. writes: After Shalimar,  I went Bollywood. My sister and I have an addiction. Bollywood. Guri can't believe how well we sing Hindi songs. It's kind of being in a parallel universe.
We saw Cheeni Kum---which means "Less Sugar."
It actually was pretty fn…

Falafel etc.

39200 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

David P. writes: I asked the owners about the style of pita. They claimed it was "Palestinian." Who am I to fan the flames of Middle East conflict. Great pita whatever its origin.

A big shout out to Steve L. and Dan B. Thanks for hooking up with me to explore the…

Country Way the Original

5325 Mowry Ave
Fremont, CA 94538

Anna D. writes: I had an omelet this morning and I still have not ate anything since then.  I also have difficulty staying awake and I need a belly rub.

Can I haz?

Me:  Soo..do you have such a thing..that I could quite possibly, have just half an omelet?
Very Sweet…

Costco Warehouse

43621 Pacific Commons Blvd
Fremont, CA 94538

Amy R. writes: If you can get to Costco on a weekday...do!  All the free samples in the world couldn't be worth the weekend crowd for me...

For me, the best thing about costco is getting large quantities of onions and tomatoes for a great price in the summer.  While…

Esteban's Taqueria

137 Anza St
Fremont, CA 94539

Grace Y. writes: Awww I miss this place...I loved eating here when I was in high school. The burritos were cheap, the carne asada was tender, and the place was always packed. I liked the salsa on the table that you could add to your burrito. It made them more…

The Bead Shop

158 University Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Jane D. writes: I walked around this place for a little bit, it was surprisingly neat. I'm not into beading...but I was actually inspired to make something while in this store. They have all kinds of beads, rings, nick-nacks (for lack of a better word) to make…

Hometown Healthcare

605 Cowper Street
Palo Alto, CA 94303

Art D. writes: 'Let me get the nutmeister's information for you'...

'I'm gonna send you to my vampire for some blood work'...

If you guessed that these phrases were uttered by my physician, you have a much more intimate knowledge of medical jargon than I do.

My best…

A G Ferrari Foods

200 Hamilton Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Bart D. writes: I thought this was just another over priced Palo Alto specialty store, up there with the coffeetable bookstores.  But the place has totally grown on me.  They have AWESOME lunch sandwiches (my fave is a custom-build roasted chicken breast,…

Bloom Butik

540 Bryant St
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Tif W. writes: I wish I could afford to shop at this place regularly but due to limited financial budget, the dream is unrealistic. Instead, I wander in every once in a while on the way to the Caltrain station and hope that nothing catches my eye that day. This…

Cafe Sophia

2706 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303

Flor D. writes: I originally tried this place a while back when I was in my "update my resume" phase.  I needed a place with FREE WIFI THAT WAS NOT PACKED.   Cafe Sophia serves coffee, sweets, Afghan inspired sandwiches(panini's,) and salads.  On my first visit, I…

DayOne

855 El Camino Real
Town & Country Village
Palo Alto, CA 94303

Kerrie L. writes: Such a beautiful beautiful store!  This place makes me want to have a kid...or at least know more (and make more money) so I can shop for them.

The staff was very personable and helpful.  However, the woman who helped me didn't seem all that…

Palo Alto Public Library - Main branch

1213 Newell Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303

Mabel Y. writes: The library is small and a bit dark.  The materials there are very limited and I am a bit surprise because that is the main branch.  The people there are nice and helpful.  The lawn area around makes a nice lunch spot.  I cannot wait for the new…

New York Pizza

325 Hamilton Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

William A. writes: *note* for delivery review, not in restaurant.

Not a fan of ultra thick dough, Chicago style pizzas, which seemed to be the higher rated that delivered to PA/ Menlo Park.

Found this via Yelp, and quickly called in an order before closed.

Service was…

Vivre

611 Emerson St
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Michelle C. writes: 10/18/07 - Guess who?  Thankfully it seems as if the monthly billing has stopped, but the owner has read my review and gave me a call tonight to discuss it.  I agreed to remove his name from review, but explained to him that I believe the review was…

Jing Jing Szechwan Hunan Gourmet

443 Emerson St
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Lael W. writes: Jing Jing is not my favorite Chinese food in town, but it's my favorite Chinese delivery.  They're fast, nice, the food is consistently good (if not great).  I've only eaten in a few times, but have ordered delivery from here more times than I should…

Palo Alto Sport Shop & Toy World

526 Waverley St
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Phil K. writes: This is a great *non-chain* sporting goods and toy store in downtown PA, glad I happened to see it after trying to visit FiveTen Gifts next door.

In addition to lots of sports equipment and shoes, they also have a healthy selection of toys and games.…

VeloTech Cycles

732 Emerson St
Palo Alto, CA 94309

jill j. writes: Ok, I almost don't want to write a public review, for fear that the place will be swamped with customers and I won't be able to get my little baby in for her tuneups.  

Tom is a superb mechanic and a great guy.  The first time I took my bike to the…

Hattoriya

799 San Antonio Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303

Jen D. writes: Thanks to Eugy, I get to try all the yummy lunch spots in the area. Today he headed down to take me to lunch and I picked this place on the recommendation of AJ. Thanks AJ!

I absolutely love Japanese comfort food and this place serves just that. The…

Crossroads World Market

720 San Antonio Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303

David P. writes: A pretty amazing find when you stumble across this place. Few people I know ever heard of the place. interesting collection of Mediterranean, Mid-East and European delicacies of the canned, jarred, frozen and fresh varieties. Nice selection, clean…

Williams-Sonoma

180 El Camino Real
Stanford Shopping Center
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Louis G. writes: I bought some All Clad here [1].  The All Clad rep was there when I bought it, and she was genuinely helpful in picking between the different options.  I have never seen a rep for anything at Hillsdale and Hillsdale is clearly designed for wee folk,…

Kate Spade

Stanford Shopping Center
153 stanford shopping center
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Ruth C. writes: I love Kate Spade for its simplicity and elegance and moderate high end pricing.  It's definitely cheaper than Burberry and around the pricing of Coach but better quality and designs than Coach.  Personally, I think LV is so fugly, I really don't see…

Cho's Mandarin Dim Sum

213 California Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94309

wendella a. writes: Quirky little spot run by mom and pop Cho, where your dim sum is cooked to order and then you come back to get it to go or eat in. I had the steamed pork buns, the pot stickers and a sweet lotus bun during my visit. The pork pot stickers were…

Fremont Art and Wine Festival

Fremont, CA 94536

Shana A. writes: I had the best time this last weekend at my local art & wine fest. Saw friends I haven't seen in forever. Got to peep some great art & inspiring pieces. I also loved that is was a few blocks from home so I didn't have to travel far. Parking was easy…

Crate & Barrel

398 Arboretum Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Kevin S. writes: Goldilocks would love this store.  Unlike the Union Square store in SF (too big, I don't have all freaking day to look at this stuff) or the Hillsdale store in San Mateo (too small, where the hell is all the cool stuff?) this store is juuuuuusssssst…

Bravo Fono Restaurant

99 Stanford Shopping Ctr
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Kristina R. writes: YUM!  Mother's Day was far better with delicious fattening French food in my tummy.  My Petrale Sole was delish.  I also enjoyed the yummy crab cake with a red pepper sauce that was to DIE for.  I think my mom enjoyed the meal, but I couldn't tell…

Sephora

355 Stanford Shoppng Ctr
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Donna Y. writes: I love Sephora. It a one stop shop for face and body.  I came here looking for an eye cream.  The sales lady who helped me was very informative and asked questions about my skin and overall was very helpful and nice.  She recommend an natural eye…

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital

725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304

michelle s. writes: Used to work here.  Great nurses, physicans, staff, facility...  

Favorite memory:  Steve Young walks into my teenage patient's room who is wearing an Aikman jersey.  Young asks, "You're a Cowboys fan?"  My patient slowly turns around, "Yeah," then…