Occupying a loft-like space, B2 Coffee provides a relaxed atmosphere for its young professional crowd. Big glass windows allow for plenty of bright, natural light, which is ideal for studying or reading. B2 baristas are “fanatics about their coffee,” according to a Yelp reviewer. Serving bold, flavorful brews as drips or pour overs, cold brewed […]
Cocktail enthusiasts might just love 55 South. This charming little lounge is perfect for a relaxing night out with friends or a special someone. Devoted regulars visit 55 South for its laid back atmosphere and great selection of top notch drinks, featuring many classic and updated cocktails. This place's expert mixologists handcraft quality cocktails from […]
Visit the San Jose Municipal Rose Garden on a sunny day and you’ll find locals and tourists walking through the plush grass admiring the stunning variety of colors and scents of the roses. Sit by the fountain at the center and enjoy this cultivated green, serene space in the bustling city. Or perhaps join some […]
It may be called The Usuals, but the merchandise inside the San Jose store is anything but. This unique shop features an eclectic mix of jewelry, shoes, and men’s and women’s clothing. Adorn your neck with vintage keys on a chain or decorate your earlobes with a gold or silver lion. Step up your foot […]
Gastropubs are just about everywhere these days, but San Jose's Firehouse No 1 Gastropub is able to stand out from the rest thanks to its top notch menu of delicious food and fantastic drink selection. Firehouse No 1 specializes in upscale comfort food, with a great selection of burgers as well as some delicious appetizers. […]
Located in San Jose, Glow Candle Lounge is a unique art studio that allows its visitors to create customized and personalized candles. Guests are asked to select a shape, and the price is dependent upon the size of the candle. Then, visitors can choose from more than 40 fragrances such as amber, eucalyptus, cucumber melon, […]
For more than 40 years, Recycle Book Store has been providing the people of San Jose with literature for every occasion, stocking more than 100,000 titles. Because Recycle buys, sells, and trades used books, new books are always flowing onto the shelves. The store also sells rare and out of print books for those collectors […]
Since 2008, What a Room has helped furnish San Jose homes with dining fixtures, upholstered furnishings, and bedroom furniture. Offering quality items at competitive prices, What a Room adds style to any ho hum home. The upholstered chairs come in a variety of fabric options, including leather, and may be adorned in studs like the […]
Walking up to the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum will have you thinking you left San Jose and stepped into Ancient Egypt. That’s because the place looks like a temple. Inspired by the Temple of Amon at Karnak, museum seeks to educate its visitors about diversity and cultural relationships throughout time and has one of the largest […]
San Jose's Philz Coffee is a popular local place to grab coffee. Get your caffeine fix at this modern, fun coffee shop, which only uses fresh, ground-to-order coffee beans. Regulars rave about the slow-drip coffee and unique espresso drinks, like the Mint Mojito, Ginger Snap, and Iced Mocha Tesora. True, the line for a cup […]