Best Of 2010 HARDWARE Mountain View’s Orchard Supply Hardware has been in business for over 75 years, and is known for its good appliance selection and the variety of plants available in the nursery. This local branch has friendly and knowledgeable staff willing to help everywhere, from the hardware department to the paint counter. Don’t forget to check out the coupons online. 2555 Charleston Road, Mountain View; Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; 691-2000
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Cost Plus is a local favorite for great finds at shockingly low prices. Spice up your home with vibrant furniture and decorations from far-off lands. It also offers all the essentials for kitchen and dining needs, as well as garden decor. 1910 W El Camino Real, Mountain View; Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; (650) 961-6066
REI is dedicated to the environment. From recycling to replacing high-energy spotlights, store manager Robert Stepro says “REI is leading the way environmentally.” The co-op supports products that reduce its environmental impact — that’s a new jacket you can feel good about. 2450 Charleston Road, Mountain View; Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; 969-1938
UNUSUAL For the friend who has everything but a brass Buddha, East West Bookstore is the right stop for unusual gifts. East West has far more than books — there’s garden decor, jewelry and a yoga studio out back. Around the store will be spiritual music and chanting CDs, tarot decks, crystals, books by the Dalai Llama, and yes, Buddha statues of all materials and sizes. In addition, East West hosts weekly seminars on soul healing, meditation for beginners and more. 324 Castro St., Mountain View; Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-
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Voted the Best Thai Restaurant 5 years in a Row 2006-2010 s Lunch s Dinner s Cocktails s Take Out s Outdoor Seating Available Thank you to our customers $ 00
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Minimum purchase of $25.00 and cannot be combined with Happy Hours or other discount. Expires Dec 31, 2010
NEW BUSINESS Mountain View residents have flipped Sideways for the new wine bar Savvy Cellar. Offering award-winning wine classes and tastings every Sunday, Savvy Cellar has become the go to place for fine wines in Mountain View. The prices are also reasonable for the oenophile on a budget — 90-plus point wines are priced at $39 or less. 750 Evelyn St., Mountain View; Tue.-Thu. 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri-Sat 2 p.m.-11p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; 969-3958
Now with 2 locations to serve you 543 Emerson Ave., Palo Alto
185 Castro St., Mountain View
(Between University and Hamilton) (Cross streets Villa St. & Alma)
650-323-7700
650-988-1488
Happy Hour 5-7 pm at Castro St location in Mountain View, please call (650) 988-1488 for details.
www.ThaiphoonRestaurant.com
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