Arts & Culture
Performance venue housing one large & one intimate stage for theater, dance & lecture events. -
47 locals recommend
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
500 Castro StPerformance venue housing one large & one intimate stage for theater, dance & lecture events. -
Exhibits on early computers, the growth of the Internet, industry pioneers & more.
255 locals recommend
Computer History Museum
1401 N Shoreline BlvdExhibits on early computers, the growth of the Internet, industry pioneers & more.
Sightseeing
The global headquarters of Google, this campus encompasses offices, green space & recreation areas.
313 locals recommend
Googleplex
1600 Amphitheatre PkwyThe global headquarters of Google, this campus encompasses offices, green space & recreation areas.
Food Scene
Inspired by French cooking, the set meals here take place in a Victorian house & often last hours.
11 locals recommend
Chez TJ
938 Villa StInspired by French cooking, the set meals here take place in a Victorian house & often last hours.
Festive spot with airy outdoor beer garden pairs hearty comfort grub with craft brews & cocktails.
65 locals recommend
Steins
895 Villa StFestive spot with airy outdoor beer garden pairs hearty comfort grub with craft brews & cocktails.
Informal local chain serving sweet & savory crêpes, plus classic American bites.
40 locals recommend
Crepevine
300 Castro StInformal local chain serving sweet & savory crêpes, plus classic American bites.
Bright & polished eatery serving inventive Indian dishes & a popular lunch buffet. -
23 locals recommend
Sakoon
357 Castro StBright & polished eatery serving inventive Indian dishes & a popular lunch buffet. -
Neighborhood Italian spot boasting a spacious dining room, robust wine list & full bar.
7 locals recommend
Don Giovanni
235 Castro StNeighborhood Italian spot boasting a spacious dining room, robust wine list & full bar.
Contemporary noodle house lures locals with its ramen bowls, Japanese fare & laid-back atmosphere. -
17 locals recommend
Shalala
698 W Dana StContemporary noodle house lures locals with its ramen bowls, Japanese fare & laid-back atmosphere. -
Modern Italian eatery preparing Neapolitan pies, pastas & handcrafted cocktails in a stylish space.
35 locals recommend
Doppio Zero
160 Castro StModern Italian eatery preparing Neapolitan pies, pastas & handcrafted cocktails in a stylish space.
Mexican staples like tacos dispensed from early AM to late PM in a no-nonsense setting.
21 locals recommend
Taqueria La Espuela
854 W Dana StMexican staples like tacos dispensed from early AM to late PM in a no-nonsense setting.
Flavored teas, milk teas & smoothies sold out of a tiny storefront that's open Wednesday to Monday.
22 locals recommend
Tea Era
271 Castro StFlavored teas, milk teas & smoothies sold out of a tiny storefront that's open Wednesday to Monday.
Red walls set the mood at a cafe where art & live music are often served with the coffee & snacks. -
84 locals recommend
Red Rock Coffee
201 Castro StRed walls set the mood at a cafe where art & live music are often served with the coffee & snacks. -
Festive cantina serving Mexican plates & an extensive collection of tequilas in colorful surrounds. -
11 locals recommend
Fiesta Del Mar Too
735 Villa StFestive cantina serving Mexican plates & an extensive collection of tequilas in colorful surrounds. -
Japanese spot serving up standard sushi & some unusual dishes in an unassuming setting.
9 locals recommend
Kappo Nami Nami
240 Castro StJapanese spot serving up standard sushi & some unusual dishes in an unassuming setting.
Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi. -
48 locals recommend
Panera Bread
4180 N 1st StCounter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi. -
Outpost of a local chain offering self-serve frozen yogurt & toppings in a modern yet casual space.
7 locals recommend
Yogurtland
494 University AveOutpost of a local chain offering self-serve frozen yogurt & toppings in a modern yet casual space.
Straightforward counter-serve chain for smoothies, juices & health-focused light bites -
Jamba Mountain View
El Monte AvenueStraightforward counter-serve chain for smoothies, juices & health-focused light bites -
Surf-themed California chain for pizzas with local ingredients in a low-key, counter-serve setting
22 locals recommend
Pizza My Heart
220 University AveSurf-themed California chain for pizzas with local ingredients in a low-key, counter-serve setting
Parks & Nature
Mariposa Park
305 Mariposa Ave