Guidebook for San Jose
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Willow Street Frank Bramhall Park
1320 Willow StTennis and basketball courts!
Independent bookseller that sells more than children's books! When our other WG bookstore closed, Hicklebees expanded their collection to include books for older folks.
http://www.hicklebees.com
Hicklebee's Book Store
1378 Lincoln AveIndependent bookseller that sells more than children's books! When our other WG bookstore closed, Hicklebees expanded their collection to include books for older folks.
http://www.hicklebees.com
Closest public recreation & lap pool. We can give you directions and hours of operation. They also have a drop-in fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, weights, etc.
Camden Community Center
3369 Union AveClosest public recreation & lap pool. We can give you directions and hours of operation. They also have a drop-in fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, weights, etc.
Food Scene
Local urban eatery with great cocktails, hamburgers, and vibe. Also weekend brunch available. Four blocks from our house:
http://www.thetablesj.com
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The Table
1110 Willow StLocal urban eatery with great cocktails, hamburgers, and vibe. Also weekend brunch available. Four blocks from our house:
http://www.thetablesj.com
Fun, neighborhood sports bar where you can get a Philly Cheese Steak, a healthy salad or pizza--and of course beer and wine. Local sports teams always on the tube:
http://jakesofwillowglen.com
13 abantu bendawo batusa
Jake's of Willow Glen
1074 Lincoln AveFun, neighborhood sports bar where you can get a Philly Cheese Steak, a healthy salad or pizza--and of course beer and wine. Local sports teams always on the tube:
http://jakesofwillowglen.com
Peet's Coffee
1295 The AlamedaWe got Peets and Starbucks on Lincoln Ave.
Authentic Italian Deli selling homemade arancini, eggplant & chicken parm, meatballs, and a deli items galore. Outdoor seating only.
http://www.wglavilla.com
19 abantu bendawo batusa
Bertucelli's La Villa Gourmet
1319 Lincoln AveAuthentic Italian Deli selling homemade arancini, eggplant & chicken parm, meatballs, and a deli items galore. Outdoor seating only.
http://www.wglavilla.com
Sushi Kazoo
1165 Lincoln AveI hear their sushi is great!
Crepevine
1100 Lincoln AveGood for breakfast and lunch. Large portions!
If you are vegan or lactose intolerant, this pizza is for you. Many different varieties. Take-out only.
Plant Based Pizza
1111 Meridian AveIf you are vegan or lactose intolerant, this pizza is for you. Many different varieties. Take-out only.
On your way out for a day of hiking or driving and don't have time for a sit-down meal? Pick up a healthy sub from this local institution. San Jose's local answer to Subway.
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TOGO'S Sandwiches
1111 Meridian AveOn your way out for a day of hiking or driving and don't have time for a sit-down meal? Pick up a healthy sub from this local institution. San Jose's local answer to Subway.
This is a new Italian cafe that has a lovely atmosphere, great pastries, cakes and Italian style sandwiches. You can get coffee or a glass of wine!
Dolcetto Café and Market
1399 Lincoln AveThis is a new Italian cafe that has a lovely atmosphere, great pastries, cakes and Italian style sandwiches. You can get coffee or a glass of wine!
If you are looking for some hearty cioppino, fish & chips, oysters on the half shell and a nice brew, this is the place. Kinda crazy during Sharks season, but a lot of fun!
Blue Water Seafood and Crab
4180 North First StreetIf you are looking for some hearty cioppino, fish & chips, oysters on the half shell and a nice brew, this is the place. Kinda crazy during Sharks season, but a lot of fun!
My favorite European bakery in all of San Jose. The cinnamon rolls are a must for breakfast and their soups for a winter lunch are a must. Also serves as a flower shop. Free wifi.
11 abantu bendawo batusa
Flower Flour
896 Willow StMy favorite European bakery in all of San Jose. The cinnamon rolls are a must for breakfast and their soups for a winter lunch are a must. Also serves as a flower shop. Free wifi.
Good place if you are in the mood for Greek food. A chain, but I've never been disappointed.
25 abantu bendawo batusa
Opa! Willow Glen
1100 Lincoln AveGood place if you are in the mood for Greek food. A chain, but I've never been disappointed.
I've never been, but I hear the ramen is top notch. It is also called the Haymarket and it used to serve dinner. I only see it open for lunch now.
Kansui Ramen
1185 Lincoln AveI've never been, but I hear the ramen is top notch. It is also called the Haymarket and it used to serve dinner. I only see it open for lunch now.
Serves organic yogurt and Treat ice cream (San Jose locals). Lines are out the door in the summer. If you are steaming hot in our house (sorry) walk down for some cool refreshment!
13 abantu bendawo batusa
Willow Glen Creamery
1100 Lincoln AveServes organic yogurt and Treat ice cream (San Jose locals). Lines are out the door in the summer. If you are steaming hot in our house (sorry) walk down for some cool refreshment!
Cheapest, least healthy choice for breakfast, but boy is it good. An array of donuts and breakfast sandwiches made to order. Coffee isn't great, but you can't complain about the price.
Manley's Donut Shop
1080 Lincoln AveCheapest, least healthy choice for breakfast, but boy is it good. An array of donuts and breakfast sandwiches made to order. Coffee isn't great, but you can't complain about the price.