Bay Area/ San Jose/ Retail & Industry
Published on September 06, 2019
Check out the 3 most popular spots in San Jose's Alum Rock/East Foothills neighborhoodAntipasto's By Derose Gourmet Meat Fish & Deli | Photo: John D./Yelp

Visiting Alum Rock/East Foothills, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this San Jose neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a deli to a hair salon.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Alum Rock/East Foothills, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Antipasto's By Derose Gourmet Meat Fish & Deli

photo: john d./yelp

Topping the list is deli, beer bar and Italian spot Antipasto's By Derose Gourmet Meat Fish & Deli. Located at 3454 McKee Road, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 773 reviews on Yelp. 

"People from all over enjoy home-made lasagna, eggplant parmesan, roast chicken, baked fish and pasta dishes, plus frequent specials like prime rib and grilled steaks," says the business' website. 

Antipasto makes its own sausage in-house weekly, and its ravioli is rolled out on a 100-year-old ravioli machine.

2. Tranquility Day Spa & Hair Salon

PHOTO: NILDA S./YELP

Next up is day spa, hair salon and eyelash service spot Tranquility Day Spa & Hair Salon, situated at 420 Toyon Ave. With four stars out of 248 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

Services offered include hair cuts and coloring, as well as hair extensions, manicures, pedicures, facials, massages and more.

3. Tacos Al Pastor

photo: patrick a./yelp

Mexican and breakfast and brunch spot Tacos Al Pastor is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 428 Toyon Ave., four stars out of 118 reviews. 

On the menu, you'll find authentic Mexican fare, including fish tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and more. 


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