We love a good excuse to brag about our incredible merchants, and this year we have twelve of them…
Town & Country Village is proud to share that a dozen of the businesses that call our center home have been named Best Of Palo Alto, a recognition that reflects what so many of you already know: this is one of the best places in Palo Alto to eat, shop, and treat yourself, all in one place.
Join us in congratulating these standout businesses, all located right here at Town & Country Village.
Food & Drink
Boba Guys: Boba Tea
Taking tea and coffee to the next level since 2011. Globally-inspired specialty drinks. All-natural ingredients. Always made in-house. It’s the boba revolution!
Gott’s Roadside: Burgers
Gott’s Roadside is proud to call Palo Alto home. Since opening at Town & Country Village 13 years ago, we’ve loved serving our neighbors California’s roadside classics and getting to know the people who have made us feel like part of the community. We’re grateful for the honor and for the neighbors who made it possible.
Lulu’s Mexican Food: Burritos
LuLu’s Mexican Food has been proudly serving the Peninsula for over 20 years, with four locations across the community, including our Town & Country location in Palo Alto. We serve fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. We feature homestyle recipes that reflect our Hispanic heritage and multicultural traditions. Whether you’re joining us for a longtime favorite, grabbing a quick meal, or gathering with family and friends, LuLu’s is proud to offer delicious, wholesome food in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.
Restaurants
Douce France: French Restaurant
Voted Best French Restaurant by Palo Alto Weekly, Douce France brings authentic French café culture right to Town & Country Village. Whether you are starting your morning with espresso and traditional baked goods made from century-old Alsatian recipes, or dropping by for gourmet panini, soups, and savory crêpes at lunch, every visit feels like a trip to France. Step in for a quick bite or linger over hand-crafted fruit tarts and pastries baked fresh daily.
Wildseed: Vegetarian / Vegan Cuisine
Eat well, live better. That’s the idea behind Wildseed, where fresh, hearty plant-based dishes and great cocktails make choosing more plants the easy part. Whether it’s brunch, happy hour, or dinner with friends, there’s always a reason to join us on the wild side.
Retail
Bluemercury: Beauty Supply
Bluemercury is a leading luxury beauty destination that takes beauty personally, bringing together a highly curated selection of professional skincare, color cosmetics, hair care, and fragrance from the most coveted brands. Visit our Palo Alto location for expert guidance and personalized recommendations tailored to your unique needs.
Books Inc.: Bookstore
Books Inc. Palo Alto is your spot for books and the gifts that go with them! We are deeply committed to the Bay Area literary community and strive to deliver a comfortable place to read, browse, meet authors, and host book clubs. We can trace our history back to 1851, making us the oldest (and greatest) bookseller in California.
Lingerie République: Boutique
At Lingerie République, we specialize in bras that truly fit—offering full support across an inclusive size range from A–M cups and band sizes 28–50, backed by over 20 years of professional bra-fitting expertise. Our goal is simple: to help every body feel comfortable, supported, and confident every single day.
Expert Fit. Inclusive Sizing. Everyday Confidence.
Proudly serving the Bay Area from our Palo Alto boutique located in Town & Country Village.
Schedule your personalized bra fitting: https://lingerierepublique.com/pages/in-store-bra-fitting
Alexander Daas: Eyewear
Alexander Daas Opticians is a modern independent eyewear house rooted in decades of optical craftsmanship. Its Palo Alto location has served the community since 1957. With highly personalized one-of-its-kind styling, distinctive eyewear from around the world, and advanced lens technology, Alexander Daas delivers a refined optical experience that blends old-world service with contemporary design. Book your appointment here: https://alexanderdaas.com/pages/palo-alto-eye-exam-appointment
Fillmore & 5th: Women’s Apparel
Fillmore & 5th buys, sells, and consigns highly-coveted secondhand clothing and accessories for women. Shoppers can expect to find timeless Louis Vuitton and Chanel pieces alongside favorite basics from Madewell and Everlane. Sellers will find that the store’s highly knowledgeable staff prices items for the best return and quickest sale.
Services
LaBelle Day Spa & Salon: Manicure / Pedicure
For more than 40 years, LaBelle Day Spa & Salon has been a family-run Palo Alto tradition, with generations of team members and clients growing together as part of the LaBelle family. Founded by acclaimed esthetician Bella Schneider, LaBelle offers something increasingly rare today: a complete beauty and wellness experience under one roof, with advanced facials and Bella’s own professionally developed skincare line, massage and body treatments, hair, nails, and waxing, plus awakenMD medspa conveniently located on-site for clients seeking medical aesthetic services. Today, the next generation of our team carries that tradition forward, combining the personal care and expertise LaBelle is known for with the latest treatments and technology.
18|8: Men’s Haircut
The Professional stylists and barbers here at Eighteen Eight give more than great men’s haircuts, they also give great advice on men’s style, trends, and grooming products. We take pride in how well-educated our staff and stylists are when it comes to offering our clients advice, tips, and solutions for their haircare and grooming conundrums. We make sure that we give everyone who steps through our door the time, attention, and courtesy that they deserve. Give us a chance to show you how truly confident you can be with a fresh cut, shave, hair restoration and proper grooming.
Whether it’s a boba run between errands, a fresh haircut, or finding the perfect pair of frames, these merchants have earned the honor one satisfied customer at a time.
Come celebrate with them, all under one roof. Stop by the Village this week and see what all the buzz is about. A little support goes a long way, and there’s no better time to discover (or rediscover) a new favorite.
See you at the Village,
♥️ The Town & Country Village Team