If you are in need of a good mechanic for imported vehicles, I hightly recommend "A+ Japanese Auto". They do a great job (both working on your car and communicating what the problem is), they are professional and well informed, and they're the nicest mechanics I've ever met. I've been using them for several years now and I can't say enough good things about them. Details follow:

A+ Japanese Auto Repair
780 Industrial Rd
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 595-2277

Does anyone have a good general practice physician that they can recommend? I really need to find a family doctor and would rather find someone with good references rather than pick someone out of of the phone book.

Thanks in advance.

Erawan Thai Restaurant 2639 Broadway

This restaurant opened recently and it's great! My husband and I agree, we've never had better Thai food anywhere. Prices are moderate and the service and atmosphere are very good.

Deana

Lots of people have asked about the contractors that I used for my remodel, so below is a list of the people whom I recommend.

Moreover, If anyone has any questions regarding remodels, I'm happy to share what I learned (although once you get me started, you may not be able to get me to shut up). For our project, I acted as my own General Contractor with guidance from a general contracting consultant. That worked out wonderfully. It required more involvement, but it was a lot less expensive than hiring a full time general contractor and it was a great experience.


General Contractor / Consultant
Rich @ S.E.A. Construction (San Mateo)
287-4202

Demo/Foundation/Framing/Paint/Finish/Carpentry
Raul @ Yany Construction (Palo Alto)
650-400-4164

Window Supplier
Maurie @ Bennett Glass Co. (RWC)
650-367-8930

Plumbing
Dave @ McLaughlin Plumbing
650-652-9274

Heating / AC / Sheet Metal
John @ Arena & Sons (RWC)
650-366-1750

Electrical
Clausen Electric
408-927-7332

Lighting Supplier
Tal @ Light Line Illuminautions (downtown Los Gatos)
408-399-9000

Drywall
Ron @ Wilkinson Drywall (San Mateo)
650-571-1089

Wood Flooring / Laminate
Dennis @ DG Floor Covering (RWC)
650-299-1676

Fire Sprinklers
Jason @ Seize Fire (Foster City)
650-570-7993

Counters
Nick @ The Countertop Store (San Carlos)
650-598-0100

Cabinets
Gilman Screens & Kitchens (Burlingame)
650-340-2890

Here's my favorite local Indian place. It's slightly more expensive than some of the other places, but the food is always fresh (even at the Buffet) and the quality is top notch. They also bake the best Nan.

Saffron
1143 San Carlos Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070 View Map
(650) 593-4269