Spending time in West San Carlos? Get to know this San Jose neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a waxing spot to an Ethiopian restaurant.

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

1. Ted D Bare

Topping the list is waxing spot Ted D Bare. Located at 2074 Forest Ave., Suite 2, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 406 reviews on Yelp. 

Services offered include full body waxing for both men and women. Ted D Bare also welcomes same day appointments. 

2. Falafel's Drive-in

Next up is Middle Eastern and fast food spot Falafel's Drive-In, offering falafel and more, situated at 2301 Stevens Creek Blvd. With four stars out of 4,308 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

Falafel's Drive-In has been in business since 1966, and offers both vegetarian and meat-lover options. On the menu, you'll find gyros, burgers, hummus, falafel, hot dogs, baklava and more. 

3. Walia Ethiopian Cuisine

Ethiopian, gluten-free and vegetarian spot Walia Ethiopian Cuisine is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 2208 Business Circle, 4.5 stars out of 1,430 reviews. 

The restaurant serves authentic Ethiopian dishes to its customers. Some of the more famous customers that have stopped in to dine include Mark Zuckerberg, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and Google founder Larry Page. 

4. The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club, a breakfast and brunch and traditional American spot that offers waffles and more, is another high-traffic neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 2,263 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1432 W. San Carlos St. to see for yourself. 

Here, you'll find breakfast items like omelets, 10 different types of eggs Benedicts, pancakes, waffles and more. 

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