Shop Willow Glen

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What We Love: This bustling and unique shopping district provides everything you need within easy walking distance, perfect for a relaxing weekend adventure! You will find lots of neat local boutiques including Boutique Dandelion and and Bella James.

District Tips: Follow the district’s Instagram account for updates on their bustling seasonal events such as the Wine Walk, Beer Walk, and foodie events.

Kid Fun: Make it a day with a fun ceramic painting session at Petroglyph, and find plenty of treats to satisfy any sweet tooth, including Willow Glen Creamery and Mariette Chocolates.

Celebrating as a Couple: Grab dinner at The Table then stroll down the street to the Wheelhouse of WG for a drink. With outdoor seating, live music, and 21 local beers on tap you will be sure to find something that pleases you.

For district information and events visit the Willow Glen Business Association.

Small Business Spotlights

Shop, Dine, and Play in Willow Glen

Where to Shop

Bella James Women’s Boutique (1371 Lincoln Ave.) Popular women’s boutique clothing store with knowledgeable and friendly staff.

Boutique Dandelion (1322 Lincoln Ave.) Female-owned Boutique Dandelion offers a beautifully curated collection of women’s clothing and homegoods and plants in this open, airy storefront! They offer gift cards, and have gifts for everyone including babies and kids.

Ganado Feed & Pet Supplies (945 Lincoln Ave.) Since 2009, Ganado Feed and Pet Supplies has been operating in San José under the ownership of siblings Zaira and Cesar Basanez.

Gold Star Jewelers Inc (1379 Lincoln Ave.) Jewelry store offering custom designs for women and men.

Gussied Up Dog Boutique (1310 Lincoln Ave.) Family owned and operated, they have an amazing selection of fun collars, treats, dog beds and dog cookies for every holiday! Find cute and chewable stocking stuffers, bark pops, and even barkling water to spoil your pup!

La Herbalista (1618 Willowhurst Ave.) La Herbalista is a retail Plant Nursery and Gift Shop. It is a female-owned business, selling retail and providing classes utilizing garden plants, herbs & produce. They offer gift cards, living Christmas trees, seasonal color, indoor foliage plants and orchids, loose-leaf teas & herbs, and a variety of natural bath & body products.

Hicklebees (1378 Lincoln Ave.) Hicklebees has served the community in Willow Glen for over 4 decades promoting a love-of-books to readers of all ages. They have an extensive collection of children’s books as well as books for adults. Don’t miss storytime.

Mariette Chocolates (1268 Lincoln Ave.) Welcome to Mariette, a confectionery shop specializing in premium chocolate edibles and treats. Mariette is an addition to a growing crop of small, family-run businesses in South San José.

Plantlush (1324 Lincoln Ave.) Plantlush features a curated selection of plants including tropical and indoor, California Natives and drought resistant, succulents, cactus, edibles and specimen plants, along with terrariums and unique handmade pots and planters.

Saguaro Home (1314 Lincoln Ave. #1A) Owned by Willow Glen native Carey, Saguaro Home offers an eclectic mix of thoughtfully curated home goods and gifts bolstered by the art and maker community in Willow Glen.

SplashWorks (1284 Lincoln Ave.) Art and technology meet at SPLASHWORKS, where a team of uber-creative artisans and detail-minded manufacturing mavens work side by side to make artful home decor.

The Universal Connection Store (1261 Lincoln Ave.) Female founded, owned and operated for 11 years, they are a crystal, incense, candle and metaphysical store. They also offer in-person and virtual card reading, aura camera, reiki and intuitive readings.

Viking Sewing Machine Center (1231 Lincoln Ave.) Since 1965, Viking Sewing Center has been finding homes for Husqvarna Viking sewing machines. They’ll help you find the right sewing machine or serger that fits your needs (and wants), just like finding the right home.

Whatnots and Dodads (1330 Lincoln Ave.) This family’s flagship store has built up from over 50 years of manufacturing bags and accessories. Doodads & Whatnots is a place to share these ideas and all the “Fantastic Finds” they've discovered over the years.

The Willow Glen Collective (1349 Lincoln Ave.) The Willow Glen Collective offers a wonderful selection of antiques and collectibles. Their expansive, top-quality selection of jewelry provides new styles to integrate into your signature look, or opportunities to reinvent your style altogether.

Where to Dine

Arepas Latin Cuisine (1384 Lincoln Ave.) Their menu specializes in savory handmade arepas and other Venezuelan specialties such as empanadas and tequeños. They also do delivery and catering!

Bertucelli’s La Villa Gourmet (1319 Lincoln Ave.) This super popular deli serves sandwiches, hot foods, salads and of course their famous raviolis and cannoli. They also have an extensive wine selection. The line does get long so plan ahead.

Chromatic Coffee (460 Lincoln Ave.) They serve carefully sourced, crafted, and roasted coffees. Black coffee and hand poured coffees are their most popular beverages served. Whole bean coffee and seasonal blends make great gifts.

Copita Tequileria (1098 Lincoln Ave.) Their menu is 100% gluten free and features local and organic ingredients served rooftop. They serve small plates, large plates, ceviches, and tacos alongside beautiful bar drinks.

Dolce Sicilia Cafe (1165 Lincoln Ave.) Dolce Sicilia was established in 2011 by the Federico Family. Their shop can be described as a small piece of Italy in the Bay Area, with high-quality homemade products, and basic ingredients imported from Italy.

El Halal Amigos (1100 Lincoln Ave.) Opening in 2020 as a food truck, Chef Hisham and his team opened their first brick-and-mortar in Willow Glen in 2021, combining Halal meats with authentic Mexican cuisine. View his feature on the Food Network!

Hapa's Brewing Company (460 Lincoln Ave.) Craft brewery and taproom serving up local beer to the community. Check their website for events and food truck schedule.

Lamella Tavern (1109) Lincoln Ave.) A casually sophisticated vibe serving great cocktails, bubbles and sneaky-delicious small plates, with an emphasis on oysters and crudo. A great place to host an event and they have gift cards available.

Paris Ave. (896 Willow Ave.) Paris Avenue is a charming French Market style bakery and café, specializing in wedding and event cakes.

Sweet Treats SJ (4972 Union Ave.) Sweet treats SJ is an Artisanal pop-up bakery creating joy through custom cakes & treats. Community-focused and deliciously unforgettable, they offer customized desserts for all occasions and holidays.

Tarah Thai Kitchen (1163 Lincoln Ave.) Located at the Garden Theater in Downtown Willow Glen, Tarah Thai Kitchen is a Grab & Go concept, with takeout and apps for delivery to neighbors in the area for quick, tasty meals of healthy food.

The Table (1110 Willow St.) The Table is an urban, neighborhood eatery focused on seasonal ingredients, hand-crafted cocktails & progressive wines. They have private dining available for large groups with a reservation and offer gift certificates.

20Twenty Cheesebar (1389 Lincoln Ave.) They boast twenty curated craft beers to quench the greatest thirsts, twenty artisan wines on draft to seduce the taste buds, and a menu of thoughtful small plates & artisan cheeses to nourish a medley of cravings.

Entertainment and Fun

barre3 Willow Glen (1395 Lincoln Ave.) The studio is calling your name! Barre3 instructors will challenge you to find your edge while creating space for you to define what success looks like for you in every workout.

HIIT School (1221 Lincoln Ave.) Are you looking to take your training to another level? Touting itself as a world-class fitness performance facility with programs and equipment used by professional athletes, HIIT allows you to train like the best.

Lift Pro Fitness (1049 Lincoln Ave.) They provide a variety of group classes that are a combination of strength work, high-intensity interval training, cardio and more.

Wheelhouse of Willow Glen (1173 Lincoln Ave.) Family owned and operated, Wheelhouse of Willow Glen hosts live music, paint parties, trivia nights, karaoke and other special events. They also have a tap room with 21 local beers on tap!

Services

Body Sculpture (1314 Lincoln Ave.) Body Sculpture has been offering treatments for 15 years. They offer gift cards and specials.

Brow Threading Studio (1266 Lincoln Ave.) Brow Threading Studio has been in business since 2021 offering threading services, a natural way to remove unwanted hair from your face. Customer satisfaction is the core of their business.

Eye Luv Lucy Optometry (1335 Lincoln Ave.) If you are looking for a truly unique family eye care clinic, Eye Luv Lucy is the place for you. Here you will benefit from a wide range of eye care services.

Hammer & Nails Mens Grooming (1151 Lincoln Ave.) When it comes to men’s needs, it’s time to think bigger. And bolder. And way more moisturized and exfoliated.

Inhale Exhale Wellness (1060 Lincoln Ave.) Inhale Exhale Wellness offers gift certificates for spa treatments in 30, 60 and 90 minute increments, as well as astrology readings. Her most popular offering is a Swedish massage.

Morning Crane Healing Arts Center San José (1314 Lincoln Ave.) Morning Crane San José is a leader in holistic-based treatments with integrative practices and emphasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Natasha Nirvana Reiki Master Teacher (1174 Lincoln Ave #4) Natasha has been a Reiki Master Teacher and intuitive healer for over 10 years, offering a supportive personal and spiritual healing space. A gift idea for the holidays can be one of her popular intuitive healing sessions or Reiki classes, offering a thoughtful way for someone to begin or deepen their self-care journey.

Noelle D Skin & Beauty (1082 Lincoln) A great place to get a gift card! Noelle D has been in the area for over a year serving clients in the Willow Glen area with facials and skin treatments.

Oz a Salon (1355 Lincoln Ave.) Oz a salon is devoted to their customer experience. They combine a variety of luxury haircare products such as Oribe, Kerastase, Bumble & Bumble.

ShippingXpress (1060 Lincoln Ave.) Shipping Xpress offers FedEx, DHL, and United States Postal Services. Their team of dedicated, professionally trained experts focus on saving you time and money by ensuring you get the right products and services.

Skin By Nique (1275 Lincoln Ave.) Meet Monique Nicoleau, founder of Skin By Nique and Licensed Esthetician. She is dedicated to helping you look your best and feel confident. Monique uses quality products that are effective yet gentle for both facials and waxing.