r/menlopark • u/WrongdoerSudden7384 • 6d ago
r/menlopark • u/tdrth • Nov 11 '25
Welcome to r/menlopark
Hey everyone! I'm the new moderator for r/menlopark
This is our new home for all things related to the city of Menlo Park California (not Menlo Park, New Jersey) and neighboring areas. It seems fitting given we are in the heart of Silicon Valley that we have kept r/MenloPark from the lesser New Jersey city of the same name.
What to Post
Post anything that you think the community would find interesting, helpful, or inspiring. Feel free to share your local news, thoughts, events, or questions in/about Menlo Park.
I have added some post tags and header/logo to the page but if you have any ideas, feel free to contact me via Mod Mail.
r/menlopark • u/WrongdoerSudden7384 • 7d ago
Council candidate pushes housing and commercial growth in Belle Haven
almanacnews.comr/menlopark • u/WrongdoerSudden7384 • 7d ago
Menlo Park police chief says he’ll retire in December
almanacnews.comr/menlopark • u/LibrarianNo4048 • 9d ago
How much sales tax do San Mateo County residents pay — or want to pay?
smdailyjournal.comr/menlopark • u/WrongdoerSudden7384 • 14d ago
Candidate eyes Menlo Park council seat – Palo Alto Daily Post
padailypost.comr/menlopark • u/caffeinated_burrito • 14d ago
Dentist Rec?
My family is moving to Menlo Park and I'm looking for a general dentist in the MP/PA or surrounding area. Prefer something with more of a modern office vibe. I've researched myself but am struggling to figure out the "seems good from reviews" vs is actually good. I found one that seems like a good modern option with great reviews, but I also get the impression they may be review farming, so it's tough to go by reviews alone. Any first hand experience / recs would be appreciated!
ETA: Thank you all for your recs!!
r/menlopark • u/jazzflautista • 15d ago
Brazilian Choro & Samba Friday Night at Cafe Zoe
Receita de Samba will play Brazilian Choro, Samba, and Forro at Cafe Zoe's on Friday July 10th, 2026. Admission is free!
Cafe Zoe
1929 Menalto Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
July 10 5-8 pm
Ron Songco - 7 String Guitar
Romeo Ribeiro - Pandeiro
Mark Dinan - Flute
Scott Smith - Mandolin
Elliot Weiss - Cavaquinho
Bill Walker - Accordion
...and invited guests.
We play the music of Pixinguinha, Jacob do Bandolim, Paulinho da Viola, Ernesto Nazareth, & Waldir Azevedo.
Here is a video of us playing on 6/13/2026 at the Palo Alto Farmers Market:
r/menlopark • u/LibrarianNo4048 • 15d ago
Caltrain pays $1.4M for deputy leader, over three times top-paid executive director’s salary
smdailyjournal.comr/menlopark • u/WrongdoerSudden7384 • 23d ago
Cecilia Taylor won't seek reelection to Menlo Park City Council
almanacnews.comr/menlopark • u/Frostfire819 • 27d ago
Tennis backboards?
I’ve been trying to practice tennis. Any good places with backboards (walls) to hit against? I’ve looked at Menlo college’s tennis courts and they don’t seem to have any, as well as neighbor parks (Nealon, Burgess)
r/menlopark • u/Technical-Escape-419 • 28d ago
Non-private lemon trees?
Hello! Anyone aware of any lemon trees (or lime) walking distance from downtown Menlo Park…that are not someone’s private property?
I’m thinking like a tree that is hanging over into public space where I can snag about 5 fresh lemons/limes. I’m not particular about what type of lemon, so long as they are not rotting :-)
Thanks in advance for any hot tips!
r/menlopark • u/Professiona_vel1911 • 29d ago
New/prospective resident Security home system recommendations
Recently purchased a home in the Stanford hills MP area and will be moving in soon. Looking to install a monitored home security system but I’m not seeing any good reviews for Safestreet-ADT.
Would really appreciate suggestions from residents.
r/menlopark • u/MagnoliaVale • Jun 19 '26
Craft Club!
Hello!
I'm organizing a Craft Club on Aug 9 at Ramos Park! The idea is that a group of us gets together and does some arts and crafts in the park and meet new people who are creative! let me know if you're interested in the deets!!
r/menlopark • u/Tagggg • Jun 18 '26
Looking for USTA 3.5/4.0 hitting partners near Nealon Park 🎾
DM me :) I'm flexible on days and times. I can also reserve at Stanford Electioneer Rd courts.
r/menlopark • u/Sekka3 • Jun 13 '26
New/prospective resident Are the apartments at San Antonio-Garwood Apartments okay?
Incoming Stanford employee from Long Beach, aiming to be with a roommate. I'm considering lodgings in this cluster of apartments sandwiched between San Antonio, Garwood, Encinal, and Glenwood. The price is suspiciously cheap at $3k for a 2-bedroom, perhaps because there's no private laundry or perhaps it's between two train crossings. These are obvious issues that are... supposedly and apparently tolerated by many residents, or at least the trains are. Other physical qualms shall be seen and determined during my tour, if I can get one.
Hence, there leaves only one main unknown: is the property management company, which might be Spieker Companies, a tolerable landlord? Their recent Yelp reviews are infrequent, furious, and do not mention this cluster of apartments, and hence, I am unsure if they even apply to this area.
I'll also appreciate any other comments, suggestions, or aid. I am not a fan of a post such as this, but the information on the management is sparse, and I am growing increasingly desperate.
r/menlopark • u/zane_ian • Jun 09 '26
Free wild turkey feathers (9 total) for crafts/art projects — Menlo Park pickup
I collected these naturally shed wild turkey feathers in the East Bay a few years ago for a craft project that never happened. (Mechanical pencil for scale)
They're in good condition and I'd rather give them to someone who'll use them than throw them away.
Free. Pickup in Menlo Park. DM me if interested.
r/menlopark • u/No_Remove_5180 • Jun 08 '26
Mr green bubble closed
nooooooo I loved that place. Popcorn chicken was bomb and the girl behind the register was a vibe. f ume
r/menlopark • u/WorldlinessDue2036 • Jun 05 '26
Flock Camera
A little excessive no? Thank god the mean streets of allied arts are surveilled.
r/menlopark • u/Arden_Margulis • Jun 02 '26
June 2 primary election guide: San Mateo County races
almanacnews.comr/menlopark • u/moahpaloalto • May 24 '26
Bird Adoption & Toymaking Faire (free!)
Rescue birds are looking for their forever families! Come interact with birds and make a toy or two for the birds to play with!
Even if you're not in the market for a feathered friend, stop by the Museum of American Heritage to meet some of Mickaboo's adoptable birds! This event is FREE and open to everyone.
Mickaboo is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing companion birds who have been neglected, abused, injured or surrendered. Learn more about them here.
r/menlopark • u/moahpaloalto • May 17 '26
Free jazz concert - Rive Gauche Live!
Let Rive Gauche transport you to the 1920s – 40s!
Come listen to a trio of musicians play French cafe-style music and Jazz Manouche on the accordion, violin, guitar, and bass!
This free concert will take place at the Museum of American Heritage, in the historic garden first planted in 1907 by Thomas and Dora Williams. No RSVP is required — just stop by.
We hope to see you there!