Guidebook for San Jose
Food Scene
The character for GEN simply means, “The beginning”, and we welcome you to join us in the art of Korean barbeque. We are looking to transcend the norm of Korean BBQ by fusing different flavors that we have found using ingredients from different parts of the world.
45 locals recommend
Gen Korean BBQ House
1628 Hostetter RdThe character for GEN simply means, “The beginning”, and we welcome you to join us in the art of Korean barbeque. We are looking to transcend the norm of Korean BBQ by fusing different flavors that we have found using ingredients from different parts of the world.
Porco Ramen
1710 Berryessa RdGreat place for ramen .
Pho Dao Restaurant
1631 N Capitol AveGreat Pho one late .
Modern, cafeteria-style outpost featuring create-your-own poke bowls with a wide range of toppings
11 locals recommend
Poke House
1698 Hostetter RdModern, cafeteria-style outpost featuring create-your-own poke bowls with a wide range of toppings
WHAT IS A KOJA?
Our signature creation, a burger made with garlic-flavored rice buns and meats seasoned with KoJa Kitchen's unique sauce No. 96.
KoJa (short for Korean-Japanese) was born from our desire to reinvent the way Korean & Japanese food is traditionally prepared and served. By combining the best of both worlds, KoJa Kitchen was born.
“KoJa” is also the name given to our special gourmet burgers, each with their own unique recipe, it’s what brings our dedicated fans back for more.
19 locals recommend
KoJa Kitchen
1085 E Brokaw RdWHAT IS A KOJA?
Our signature creation, a burger made with garlic-flavored rice buns and meats seasoned with KoJa Kitchen's unique sauce No. 96.
KoJa (short for Korean-Japanese) was born from our desire to reinvent the way Korean & Japanese food is traditionally prepared and served. By combining the best of both worlds, KoJa Kitchen was born.
“KoJa” is also the name given to our special gourmet burgers, each with their own unique recipe, it’s what brings our dedicated fans back for more.
In the mood for ice cream and headed to the store to get some when I passed Frozen Ninja. Handmade ice cream rolls... Ice cream Rolls? What were those!? So I stopped and checked it out! The staff was very friendly and answered my questions as they walked me through what this was. Essentially it is handmade ice cream they make right there in front of you with the various ingredients you desire. They make the ice cream on the frozen slabs.. Then flatten it out and make rolls out of It. I got the Nutty Ninja and it was fantastic
Frozen Ninja
1659 N Capitol AveIn the mood for ice cream and headed to the store to get some when I passed Frozen Ninja. Handmade ice cream rolls... Ice cream Rolls? What were those!? So I stopped and checked it out! The staff was very friendly and answered my questions as they walked me through what this was. Essentially it is handmade ice cream they make right there in front of you with the various ingredients you desire. They make the ice cream on the frozen slabs.. Then flatten it out and make rolls out of It. I got the Nutty Ninja and it was fantastic
The Habit Burger Grill is an American fast casual restaurant chain that specializes in charbroiled hamburgers. The company also purveys other typical fast-casual fare.
41 locals recommend
The Habit Burger Grill
1078 E Brokaw RdThe Habit Burger Grill is an American fast casual restaurant chain that specializes in charbroiled hamburgers. The company also purveys other typical fast-casual fare.
Mountain Mike's Pizza
2908 Alum Rock AveGreat Pizza
Relaxed restaurant serving a menu of fried & boiled seafood in a narrow, modest setting.
15 locals recommend
Claw Shack
1696 Berryessa RdRelaxed restaurant serving a menu of fried & boiled seafood in a narrow, modest setting.
Relaxed, contemporary eatery featuring a seasonal menu of locally sourced New American dishes.
Our House
185 Park AveRelaxed, contemporary eatery featuring a seasonal menu of locally sourced New American dishes.
Entertainment & Activities
The Tech Museum of Innovation, or simply The Tech, is a museum located in the heart of Silicon Valley, in downtown San Jose, California, United States. The Tech is a registered 501 nonprofit
267 locals recommend
The Tech Interactive
201 S Market StThe Tech Museum of Innovation, or simply The Tech, is a museum located in the heart of Silicon Valley, in downtown San Jose, California, United States. The Tech is a registered 501 nonprofit
23-acre aquatic park boasts high-speed waterslides, a wave pool & an interactive themed water fort.
40 locals recommend
Raging Waters San Jose
2333 S White Rd23-acre aquatic park boasts high-speed waterslides, a wave pool & an interactive themed water fort.
Enjoy an action-packed day at Northern California's premier amusement park, California's Great America. This spring, thrill seekers can blaze a new path on RailBlazer, Great America's groundbreaking single-rail steel coaster. The first of its kind on the West Coast, RailBlazer sends riders on an "off-road" trip over rocky peaks and twisted valleys. With an initial 90-degree drop of over 100 feet, RailBlazer dares riders to challenge 1,800 feet of track and three inversions -- including a zero-gravity roll. If that wasn't enough, jump on Patriot, Great America's first floorless roller coaster, or take a spin on Gold Striker, the tallest wooden coaster in the Northwest.
299 locals recommend
California's Great America
4701 Great America PkwyEnjoy an action-packed day at Northern California's premier amusement park, California's Great America. This spring, thrill seekers can blaze a new path on RailBlazer, Great America's groundbreaking single-rail steel coaster. The first of its kind on the West Coast, RailBlazer sends riders on an "off-road" trip over rocky peaks and twisted valleys. With an initial 90-degree drop of over 100 feet, RailBlazer dares riders to challenge 1,800 feet of track and three inversions -- including a zero-gravity roll. If that wasn't enough, jump on Patriot, Great America's first floorless roller coaster, or take a spin on Gold Striker, the tallest wooden coaster in the Northwest.
Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America PkwyStadium music and sports events held here.
Drinks & Nightlife
Informal, loftlike watering hole with classic & unique cocktails, craft beers & California wines.
234 locals recommend
San Pedro Square Market
87 N San Pedro StInformal, loftlike watering hole with classic & unique cocktails, craft beers & California wines.
Parks & Nature
About The Park
Rising steeply to the east of the city of Fremont, Mission and Monument peaks form a dramatic backdrop to the South Bay. The determined and conditioned hiker who reaches the top of Mission Peak will be rewarded with views of Mount Hamilton to the south, the Santa Cruz Mountains to the west, Mt. Tamalpais to the north, and Mt. Diablo and the Sierra Nevada to the northeast. Hawks and vultures share the summit airspace with sailplanes riding the thermals, and a down-to-earth herd of feral goats roams the cliffs.
This well used park, particularly on weekends, with hundreds of visitors attempting the 3-plus-mile hike to Mission Peak. About five hours are required to reach top.
80 locals recommend
Mission Peak Trail Head
680 Stanford AveAbout The Park
Rising steeply to the east of the city of Fremont, Mission and Monument peaks form a dramatic backdrop to the South Bay. The determined and conditioned hiker who reaches the top of Mission Peak will be rewarded with views of Mount Hamilton to the south, the Santa Cruz Mountains to the west, Mt. Tamalpais to the north, and Mt. Diablo and the Sierra Nevada to the northeast. Hawks and vultures share the summit airspace with sailplanes riding the thermals, and a down-to-earth herd of feral goats roams the cliffs.
This well used park, particularly on weekends, with hundreds of visitors attempting the 3-plus-mile hike to Mission Peak. About five hours are required to reach top.
Alum Rock Park, in the Alum Rock district of San Jose, California, is California's oldest municipal park, founded in 1872.
95 locals recommend
Alum Rock Park
15350 Penitencia Creek RdAlum Rock Park, in the Alum Rock district of San Jose, California, is California's oldest municipal park, founded in 1872.
Shopping
Crafts, vendors & food stalls in a vast, kid-friendly market with a carousel & mini Ferris wheel.
The heart of the San Jose Flea Market has always been family. For 55 years we’ve been the place loved ones have made memories while playing, shopping, and eating together. Today, we remain one of the best destinations in the region for families to spend an inexpensive and fun-packed day. A vintage carousel, mini-Ferris wheel, and play ground with inflatable slides are just the beginning.
Meander through colorful alleys and treasure-laden corridors. Conquer the cool depths of the arcade. Then, take a break and choose from freshly prepared international or California cuisine Enjoy.
26 locals recommend
San Jose Flea Market
1590 Berryessa RdCrafts, vendors & food stalls in a vast, kid-friendly market with a carousel & mini Ferris wheel.
The heart of the San Jose Flea Market has always been family. For 55 years we’ve been the place loved ones have made memories while playing, shopping, and eating together. Today, we remain one of the best destinations in the region for families to spend an inexpensive and fun-packed day. A vintage carousel, mini-Ferris wheel, and play ground with inflatable slides are just the beginning.
Meander through colorful alleys and treasure-laden corridors. Conquer the cool depths of the arcade. Then, take a break and choose from freshly prepared international or California cuisine Enjoy.
1.4 million square foot (GLA) shopping mall in eastern San Jose, California owned by General Growth Properties.[1] The mall has an enclosed shopping area, cooking restaurants and theaters. It is a split level mall, with part of the mall being 3 levels, and part of it 2 levels. Eastridge Mall is located in San Jose CA, in between Tully Road, East Capitol Expressway, and Quimby Road. From Hwy 101, exit east on Tully Road.
The anchor tenants are AMC Theatres, Macy's, JC Penney, and Sears.
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) operates the Eastridge Transit Center bus station on the side of the property near Capitol Expressway (County Route G21). The mall is across Tully Road
21 locals recommend
Eastridge Mall
Eastridge Mall 1.4 million square foot (GLA) shopping mall in eastern San Jose, California owned by General Growth Properties.[1] The mall has an enclosed shopping area, cooking restaurants and theaters. It is a split level mall, with part of the mall being 3 levels, and part of it 2 levels. Eastridge Mall is located in San Jose CA, in between Tully Road, East Capitol Expressway, and Quimby Road. From Hwy 101, exit east on Tully Road.
The anchor tenants are AMC Theatres, Macy's, JC Penney, and Sears.
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) operates the Eastridge Transit Center bus station on the side of the property near Capitol Expressway (County Route G21). The mall is across Tully Road
Lucky
1641 N Capitol AveGrocery strore
Getting Around
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
1701 Airport BlvdAirport
Everything Else
Cisco Way
Cisco WayCisco Company
Samsung Research America
665 Clyde AveSamsung Building
Apple Park Visitor Center
10600 N Tantau AveApple Park