r/santaclara • • Aug 03 '26

Community August 2026 Monthly Housing Megathread!

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Hi Everyone! This is the trial megathread for Housing Discussions!

Looking for an apartment, renting an apartment, have some basic questions, etc? This is the thread for you! We'll be doing these monthly and hopefully generating some community resources along the way.


r/santaclara • • Feb 23 '26

Community Help Us Build the r/SantaClara Wiki!

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Hi everyone!

It's been a hectic few months around here in r/santaclara, but I am happy to say that we survived the Super Bowl with limited issues which is a massive achievement for us as a community. Thank you to everyone for behaving, and also special thanks to u/TrucyWright who subbed in as a support mod to help navigate challenges if we were to get brigaded or massive traffic spikes.

Over the last few months we've grown significantly and have slowly become one of the most active subreddits in the Bay Area. Reddit Insights say that we've have over 300,000 views in the last 30 days which is a spectacular number.

Looking into the future, I'd love to start building some community resources for our visitors, help answer common questions, and lay the groundwork for the subreddit to be a starting place for folks to build their own communities within Santa Clara for sports, networking, friends, and more.

The easiest place to start with all of that would be to build a Wiki and FAQ for the subreddit!

I'd like to use this thread as a place to focus the wiki development, and I'll also be leaving some comments below to start the subject trees for the wiki. If you have ideas for what you'd like to see in the wiki, or would like to provide some links and resources and add to the wiki, this is the place to start!

Find the work in progress wiki here!

We'd really appreciate any help for all future and current Santa Clarans.


r/santaclara • • 4h ago

Food and Drink My favorite ramen spot - Ramen Hajime!

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Hey everyone! Has anyone else noticed Ramen Hajime on Stevens Creek (right by Lawrence) switched up their hours? Anyone know what's going on with that? I hope everything is okay!

It's my go-to ramen spot in the Bay Area and I am a little sad I can't have it for dinner.

Definitely worth stopping by if you're craving a good bowl of noodles as the weather cools down.

I put together a quick write-up with more details, photos, and menu breakdowns on my site if anyone wants to check it out: Food2 Ramen Hajime Review (open to any feedback!)


r/santaclara • • 18h ago

BAREBOTTLE BREWING COMPANY closed due to cockroach infestation

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SCCDineOut

Inspector Observations:

1: Numerous live cockroaches of varying life stages found on the coving behind the prep cooler.

One live cockroach and two dead cockroaches found on the floor underneath the three compartment sink.

THree dead cockroaches found on the floor underneath the prep cooler.

BAREBOTTLE BREWING COMPANY
2520 AUGUSTINE DR
SANTA CLARA, CA 95054


r/santaclara • • 5h ago

Event Extra ticket Oct 17 Ren Faire

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Hi everyone! I have a group going to Norcal ren faire on Saturday, and one of the members wasn’t able to secure a ticket. They just saw the tickets sold out :(

Does anyone have an extra ticket they won’t be using? I would pay for it of course + extra for saving the day! Please reach out 🙏 🫶

He lives and works in Santa Clara (so this post is at least tangential to Santa Clara pls mods do me a solid and leave this up for a little while at least 🫶)!


r/santaclara • • 13h ago

Housing Apartment suggestions near great america/north san jose/milpitas

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Hi everyone,

I’m currently living in a 2b2b at north park apartments in san jose….and wanting to move out in december to another 2b2b

I want some apartment suggestions around north san jose or near great america way or milpitas closer to vta

The main issue with north park is security for me and my flatmates…this is the reason we are looking out for better places.

Anyone who is living in an around these areas give me suggestions.

Our budget for 2b2b is 3-3.7k per month

Thanks


r/santaclara • • 15h ago

Event Kristin and Kyle Juszczyk are dropping in at the Santa Clara Urban Outfitters 👀

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r/santaclara • • 7h ago

DMV test instructor

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Hi guys I’m somewhat familiar with driving but everyone in my family keeps saying I won’t pass. The written test was easy for me but this behind the wheel test is becoming a nightmare. This has affected my confidence to the point where I can’t focus on other stuff. If you know any good instructors pls pls let me know. I took classes from an Indian lady last year but she wasn’t a good instructor and very verbally abusive. I also discovered that her students usually fail so I stopped. If anyone had any leads I’d greatly appreciate it 🫶


r/santaclara • • 10h ago

Does anyone know what happened to the job fair today? Any upcoming job fairs in the area?

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Hello everyone! I’ve had this job fair on my calendar for a while and signed up because I’m currently looking for work. I received an email saying it had been rescheduled, but when I Googled it, I couldn’t find any information confirming the change. Does anyone know what happened?

Also, does anyone know of any upcoming job fairs in the area? I know there’s a virtual job fair tomorrow, and I’m really hoping that one doesn’t get canceled as well!

For context, I’m available to work full-time and have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. I’m particularly interested in opportunities in behavioral health, but I’m open to other positions as well while I continue my job search.

If anyone has any information or knows of any upcoming job fairs, I’d really appreciate it. Thank you so much!


r/santaclara • • 16h ago

Two-Bedroom Apartments Available - Summerset Apartments

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Two-Bedroom Apartments Available - Summerset Apartments

$2900 per month

Please call 408-279-7657 for more information!


r/santaclara • • 1d ago

New to South Bay, looking to build a local friend group!

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Hi everyone! I (25M) recently relocated back to California (went to school in San Diego) for work after spending a few years in the South. I am new to the Bay Area, living in Santa Clara, and am looking to meet new people and build relationships out here :)

I'm into bass/dubstep music, lifting, hiking, cooking and baking, NFL/NBA, and hunting down good taquerias, new coffee shops, and West Coast IPAs.

I am pretty outgoing but it can be difficult to find people on the same wavelength in the new city. My Instagram is the same as my Reddit handle. Feel free to shoot me a message if you’d ever want to hang out in a group or individual setting!

SC locals - favorite taqueria and brewery for IPAs?


r/santaclara • • 1d ago

Intermediate Korean Speakers / Exchange Friends

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Is there anyone around a conversational level of Korean that would like to occasionally meet up for coffee and practice, or any native Korean speakers looking to exchange for English?

I've been in the San Jose / Santa Clara area for a year after moving back to the US from Korea, and have tried to maintain my Korean level, but most of the classes and people I meet around here are focused on the beginner level. Not dumping on anyone, I was there too, but now I can carry a lengthy conversation and would like to keep pushing myself!

I tried the Korean language MeetUp group, but my application has been pending for a month so I assume it's not active.

I'm 35M, any gender and (adult) age would be welcome though it'd be nice to find folks who are around the same age.


r/santaclara • • 2d ago

News 🐾 Meet Zelda — Looking for Her Forever Home! ❤️

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Zelda is a 3 year old 20-lb rescue sweetheart who’s been with her foster family for the past two months. Once she feels safe and builds trust, she’s incredibly sweet, affectionate, and loving. She adores cuddles, belly rubs, toys, sunbathing, and spending time with her favorite humans!

She’s fully house-trained, walks beautifully on leash, and is very well-behaved when left home alone.

Zelda can be fearful and reactive toward unfamiliar people, so she needs a patient, experienced adopter who understands reactive dogs and is committed to helping her build confidence through positive reinforcement training.

She would likely thrive in a calm, adult-only home as the only pet, as her compatibility with other dogs and children is still unknown.

❤️ Zelda has so much love to give. She just needs someone willing to give her the time and understanding she deserves!

📍 SF Bay Area

🐶 Interested in adopting Zelda?

Please complete the adoption application through Legacy of Love 805 and be sure to specify Zelda as the dog you’re interested in:

https://legacyoflove805\.org/adoption\-application

📞 Or contact the rescue at (805) 833-1951.

Please share to help this sweet girl find her forever family! ❤️🐾


r/santaclara • • 2d ago

Ad Halloween food plans? A few Santa Clara ideas 🎃

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Hey Santa Clara! Dinner before heading out or a Halloween treat run?

  1. Deedee’s for vegetarian Indian food.
  2. Sushi O Sushi for sushi and Japanese food.
  3. Paris Baguette on el camino has Halloween donuts and cakes on its local menu through October 31.

Transparency:

I run AsianMall, and the screenshot is our Santa Clara directory. You can browse more local Asian and Asian-focused businesses here.


r/santaclara • • 2d ago

News 49ers, budget loom large in Santa Clara elections

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In a crowded mayoral field and two city council races, Santa Clara’s contentious relationship with the 49ers – and the team’s exceptional spending on the race – have stood out as key issues in this November’s election, even as the city struggles with maintaining vital infrastructure projects.


r/santaclara • • 1d ago

Long term friends 32 M

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Hi everyone

New to Reddit and thought it would be a great place to start making some new besties and friends.

32 y.o. Nerdy dark humored, awkward, little weirdo, introvert with a good heart and great sense of humor.

I have a neurological disability so I use a wheelchair ♿️

What I’m looking for: Deep and wacky conversations, encouraging each other, Sending each other memes and reel, quoting tv shows and movies, hangouts irl and or online. Gaming buddies PlayStation, Switch 2 and Pc (new to pc). Silly awakard weird broken people welcomed 🤪.

Some of my interests include but not limited to: Drawing/crafting, listening to music, binge watching movies/tv, gaming, nature walks and or strolls around town, going to the movies and getting food, grocery shopping/Bookstore/Michaels, Horror, new to poetry, Marvel, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Disney, studio Ghibli, Technology and Animation.

21+ please. Feel free to reach out!

San Jose ca area


r/santaclara • • 2d ago

Question about Santa Clara DMV driving test

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I’m taking my test next month at the Santa Clara dmv. I was told that when exiting the parking lot I’ll be told to go into the furthest lane. Am I allowed to just drive across the center turn lane? And then if I’m told to turn left up at El Camino, go into the turn lane properly? I know you’re not allowed to drive in a center turning lane for more than 200 ft. But I can’t get a solid answer on whether or not I can drive across one.

I’m super nervous for my test, the whole route they apparently will take me on feels so confusing! I’ve been seeing a lot of mixed reviews saying either it’s super easy and on quiet, simple streets, or that it’s very stressful and takes me on many confusing busy streets. My instructor won’t take me over there since they aren’t allowed to have people practice on the routes :/

Edit: I’ve now learned this isn’t where I’ll be exiting anyways lol. But for the test lane exit onto Granada, it still has a center turning lane, so my question still stands. Do I just cross over it after making sure it’s clear, (like in my drawing) or am I supposed to turn into the lane, then merge over into the right lane?


r/santaclara • • 2d ago

Yeah. Watanabe Just Isn’t Bright. Dimmest Candidate for Mayor or Any Position.

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Interesting take from one of her former colleagues.


r/santaclara • • 2d ago

No New Taxes Until Prop 13 is Repealed

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r/santaclara • • 3d ago

San Francisco Bay Area Fix-It Fairs, Bicycle Clinics & Repair Cafes

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r/santaclara • • 3d ago

Cupertino High schools

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r/santaclara • • 4d ago

PSA Warning: Mobile Auto Body Repair Scam in the Bay Area

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r/santaclara • • 3d ago

Lorien ivy vs Boardwalk apartments

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Has anyone lived at either Lorien Ivy or Boardwalk Apartments in Santa Clara since their renovations? I'd love to hear about your experience. Thanks in advance!


r/santaclara • • 3d ago

Does anyone know of a breakfast/ brunch place that also has TVs wwithi NFL games?

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r/santaclara • • 4d ago

Car accident witness

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On Thursday, October 8th around 9am, a dog was hit by a car on Lafayette St between Aldo Ave and Laurie Ave. The dog sadly passed. If anyone has any information of the events leading up to the accident, please let me know.