San Carlos- The CIty of Good Livin

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Pretty openly obsessed with this town- good food, good people, good outdoors, what else do you need in life?

 1. Eaton Park

San Carlos, CA 94070

Category: Parks

5.0 star rating
  8/3/2009 First to Review

Beautiful scenic park with entrances on Eaton, Britain, and LaLoma.  Not a huge hike, but awesome place to dog walk, BMX, or have a brief (2-3 mile) hike.  

Crazy gorgeous panoramic views from the top of this trail- to the left Oracle, SFO, San…More »

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 2. Road Runner Sports

1125 Industrial Rd
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 654-2603
4.0 star rating
  11/17/2009

AMAZING running store- puts some of the better known ones up in SF to shame.

Great selection of shoes, insoles (superfeet!!), and water bottles made running my marathon last summer a *run* in the park.

As a recovering torn ACL patient, I cannot stress…More »

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 3. Vanilla Moon Bakery

872 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 593-3015

Categories: Bakeries, Desserts

2.0 star rating
  8/12/2009

I would explain my feelings towards cupcakes as the reverse Seinfeld episode- top of the muffin.  I always like the bottom of the cupcakes the best!

As I can never try just 1 item in a new location, I opted for 3 mini cupcakes to go- standard vanilla,…More »

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 4. White Oaks Hardware

1696 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 593-5277

Category: Hardware Stores

5.0 star rating
  8/10/2009

This corner store has been here as long as I can remember.  (Along with his bird...)

Every time I swing by- he has the ability to either know exactly what I'm looking for and immediately help me while he's helping another customer- or can always…More »

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 5. Santorini

753 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 637-8283

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

5.0 star rating
  8/3/2009

My family and I have been loyal patrons of Santorinis for years.  I distinctly remember celebrating the passing of my drivers license here almost 9  years ago!

Santorinis delivers what you want it to be:

takeout? check
Affordable? check
Enjoyable…More »

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 6. Bianchini's Market

810 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 592-4701

Category: Grocery

1.0 star rating
  7/30/2009

NO!  Who said this place is owned by old Foodville owners?  I can't believe it- they went from funky awesome local classic to stupid yuppy store?  

This market smells funny, is incredibly expensive, and they are seriously lacking some basic alcohol,…More »

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 7. Spasso Ristorante & Wine Bar

769 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 592-5886

Categories: Wine Bars, Italian

4.0 star rating
  7/30/2009

Been here several times and the ongoing stand out piece is the seared ahi tuna with wasabi mashed potatoes.  not even sure if that's on the menu anymore... but when i find myself thinking about it, I drool.

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 8. Town

716 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 595-3003
3.0 star rating
  7/30/2009

Unless you like the hip, loud, "happening" scene, I recommend getting here early (and making reservations).  

The large and delicious selection of appetizers, salads, and desserts really trumps getting a "meal" here.  

The appetizer menu's "piece de…More »

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 9. Pep Boys

1087 Old County Rd
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 632-1522
1.0 star rating
  6/1/2009

This incident dates back awhile ago, yet I physically shudder to this day everytime i pass this place.

Went in for a simple oil change.  

Get back in my car and there is a golf ball sized glob of green goop of some sort on my steering wheel.  gross.

i…More »

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 10. The Refuge

963 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 598-9813
3.0 star rating
  Update - 9/10/2009

Minus a big one for dumbass hours.

This place would be perfect on a Sunday or Monday (especially since you appear to be a "sports bar"- hello not open during prime of football season???)

I understand if you don't want to deal with Sunday brunching…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    4/8/2009

    I can only speak for the cheesesteak sandwiches (which I ordered with pulled chicken- i know, i… Read more »

 11. La Hacienda

1377 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 591-9711

Category: Mexican

4.0 star rating
  4/7/2009

One night about 25 years ago, after a grueling night at lamaz (sp?) my mexican food craving mother stumbled upon La Hacienda.  

Here we are, almost exactly 25 years later returning every Friday night (yes, that would be over 1,000 of eating here).  

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 12. Creola

344 El Camino Real
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 654-0882

Category: Cajun/Creole

4.0 star rating
  10/7/2009

5 stars for a well run restaurant with amazing food.

Minus a big star for waiter with the overbearing cologne.  Unfortunately, he was a very attentive waiter who would continuously refill our wine- every time he did a reach across, my mother would…More »

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 13. Aquan Sports

840 Brittan Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 593-6060

Category: Sporting Goods

4.0 star rating
  11/17/2009

Solid inventory- very helpful when i've needed to replace parts of my boards.

Little overpriced, but really one of the only places around I can buy repair for torn sales and bent fins.

Now that I finally have a gym I can swim at; will have to return…More »

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 14. Shiki Bistro

825 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 593-2275

Category: Japanese

4.0 star rating
  1/11/2010

Although I sorely miss the old pharmacy (don't ask why, just a huge part of my childhood), Shiki is more than a welcome addition to the neighborhood.

Decor is very atypical of a standard Japanese restaurant.  I love that they have high booths as the…More »

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 15. Godfather's Burger Lounge

1500 El Camino Real
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-9257

Category: Burgers

4.0 star rating
  7/21/2010

Leave the gun, take the cannolis.

Or in this case, take the sweet potato fries.  oh yea, and also the salmon burger, and also the 1/2lb godfather burger, because man the food is good here.

Pleasantly surprised by this place- unique theme for a burger…More »

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Location

San Francisco, CA

Yelping Since

April 2009

Things I Love

Sea Salt & Vinegar Kettle Chips

My Hometown

650

The Last Great Book I Read

Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin- a MUST READ if you live in SF :)

My Favourite Movie

Whip It

My Last Meal On Earth

My mom's pesto

Most Recent Discovery

paddle boarding

Current Crush

my foam roller