Write an entry Entries about this placeNo, No! DO visit Taco Bravo! Do! by bluesunshyneI do say, Taco Bravo is a must when you visit San Jose. It is an icon! It is so bad, it’s good. Just seeing the diversity of people that stand in line to eat such gluttonous, questionable food is worth it. The employees are surly and cantankerous. Go ahead and trade barbs. There is a secret menu if you know what to say. If you are a touring band, you are required to visit. Bring Tums. over 3 years agoIts not that bad by CherieI’ve lived in worse places and I’ve lived in better places. As it stacks up to everything else, its slightly more interesting but still has a way to go. It feels more like suburbia than it does a metropolitan area. Doesn’t matter though, because if you want to go metro go to SF which is only an hour away. I work during the week, and go to SF on the weekends. SJ is also driving distance to other beautiful parts of California like Monterrey and Napa. So yeah, I agree with the guy who points out that SJ is for those with jobs. Good paying jobs. But if you work in the tech industry like everyone else, that’s not really a problem. If you want to blow your money on rent, SF is the place for you. That’s the reason I moved here from NYC, living paycheck to paycheck isn’t worth having an interesting nightlife. That’s what weekends are for. And don’t get me started on comparing SF to NYC—there is no comparison. over 5 years agoWaste of Time by yazzzbI’ve lived in San Jose for a while and the only advice I have to give is…just skip it. No historic landmarks or interesting architecture. There are just big supermarkets and single-level housing. There are a few trashy clubs downtown but that’s about it. The only shopping district other than strip malls (just about on every block) is this place called Santana Row, which is supposed to resemble some European street, but it just feels fake. Honestly, everything there is and feels fake. It’s the Silicon Valley…metaphorically speaking. If you do end up there by some unfortunate and unavoidable twist of fate, you will need a car (and lots of $$$ for gas) since public transport is not even worth a try and cabs are overpriced. Someone said there are good taco joints…I guess that’s true. But whatever you do STAYAWAYFROMTACOBRAVO! I would recommend Santa Cruz instead. Better food, better atmosphere. Heck even downtown Campbell or Palo Alto (which are half the size) have more to offer. over 5 years agoSee all 62 entries |
Ask a question Travel questionsplanz asks,“Anywhere worth visiting or anything fun to do in San Jose? I didn’t have much to do when I visited my bro here last time.” over 6 years agoJosh Petersen asks,“I'll be in town for a couple days for a conference, staying at the Fairmont downtown without a car. What are some good (foodie, hip, or unique) bars and restaurants nearby?” over 6 years agotsk1979 asks,“I'll be there for around 4 months, Since I wont have a personal car etc., how difficult will it be to travel in around San jose just using the Bus or Rail?” over 7 years ago |
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Enjoy a wide variety of Central American nature and sights on this Costa Rican day trip from San Jose. You'll visit the highest volcano in Costa Rica, the old city of Orosi and the colorful Lankester botanical gardens ' all in one day! $76.00 
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Save time and money and book your San Jose Airport Roundtrip Transfer before you leave home. You will travel in an air-conditioned vehicle between your downtown San Jose hotel and San Jose International Airport - without the hassle of picking up a rent... $30.00 
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