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Guide to Almaden

Kid-friendly spots

Made for those who refuse to leave their children behind when they head out for the day.

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Tall pines offer extensive shade over two fenced playgrounds for different ages, making it kid friendly. Large grass fields and picnic areas with barbecues invite families and dog walkers. Clean, well maintained spaces create a welcoming outdoor spot.

Two big playgrounds serve different age groups, with the little kids playground being half gated and opening to a grass lawn. Picnic tables, barbecues, and public restrooms support family outings.

People are saying

"I found the parks here have two big playgrounds for the kids."

"I found picnic tables and a great playground for the kids."

"It's a great kid-friendly spot with two big playgrounds."

Good to know

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Parking can get difficult if the park is crowded, especially on weekends.

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Restrooms are clean by public park standards.

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There are two playgrounds suitable for different age groups.

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Hair salon

Salon stays busy with a steady flow of clients and offers online check-in to cut wait times. Stylists like Emily and Thanh provide modern cuts for kids and adults alike. Popular styles include fade haircuts, making it a top choice for families.

Stylists like Emily and Thanh handle both kids' haircuts and adults with care. The salon offers consistent, modern cuts for children and trims that keep families coming back.

People are saying

"Thanh's hair salon skills are amazing; she makes you look good."

"Thanh is a skilled stylist who does a great job with kids."

"The barbers at this Barbershop are friendly and do a good job."

Good to know

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Prebooking in the app is recommended to avoid long wait times.

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The online check-in feature helps reduce wait times significantly.

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Expect busy periods, especially during late hours.

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Park features fully fenced playgrounds for toddlers and older kids, ensuring safety. Large grassy areas invite running and play. Adjacent community center and library add to the family-friendly atmosphere.

Fully fenced area offers safety for kids of all ages. Two playgrounds separate toddlers and older children, plus plenty of grass space to run around.

People are saying

"I found the parks here have great playgrounds for kids."

"It's a kid-friendly spot with a medium-sized playground."

"It has two playgrounds, one for toddlers and one for older kids."

Good to know

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Parma Park has two playgrounds, one for toddlers and one for older kids.

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The park is well maintained and fully fenced for children's safety.

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There is a lot of grassy area for kids to run around.

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Bar and grill buzzes with live music and huge TV screens for sports fans. Spacious, covered patio suits large groups, while subtle lighting creates a romantic mood for dates. Kids enjoy a cute fries basket and tasty meals, making it truly kid-friendly.

Kids get a cute basket for fries with their Mac and cheese. The kids' meal is good and the place is clearly kid-friendly.

People are saying

"The Happy Hour lemon drop is strong and a favorite."

"You have to try their massive, excellent nachos."

"The kids' meals here are so good."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs daily from 2pm to 6pm with discounted drinks and small bites.

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The bar offers a variety of happy hour specials including lemon drop martinis and tequila shots.

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The restaurant has a semi-enclosed patio for outdoor dining.

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Thai restaurant

Large dining room offers immediate seating and a cozy vibe with a slightly dated look. Kids love the moist chicken pad thai and Thai iced tea. Wide variety of Thai dishes includes standout curries and fried rice at reasonable prices.

Kids enjoy the moist chicken pad thai and the Thai iced tea. The spot works well for meals with children.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be really good and delicious."

"The curry here is phenomenal, especially the green curry sea bass."

"It's a great Kid Friendly place with moist pad thai kids love."

Good to know

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Reservations are not required, and seating is usually available immediately on weekday nights.

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Parking is easy as the restaurant is not in a big shopping plaza.

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Expect additional charges for white rice when ordering curry dishes.

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Hair salon

Salon shines with hair coloring expertise and stylists trained in a teaching program. Kids get gentle curl product care and friendly attention, but haircuts can be inconsistent, sometimes cutting more than requested. Pricing is unclear and focus leans toward color over precise cuts.

Stylists engage well with kids and apply curl products gently when requested. Haircuts for children sometimes miss the mark, with stylists cutting more than asked and ignoring specific instructions.

People are saying

"I loved my haircut and color from this Hair Salon."

"They're great with kids, chatting with my son and doing excellent haircuts."

Good to know

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Expect to pay around $137 for a basic shampoo and scrunch service.

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Pricing is often unclear, leading to unexpected charges for services.

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Service quality is reported to be poor, with disrespectful staff attitudes.

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