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Japanese (Think Sushi) Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

Come to Milpitas to enjoy Japanese food often with a California twist. There are three sushi and two shabu restaurants to chose from.

Bento Express
Japanese California fast food restaurant
23 North Milpitas Blvd.
408-262-7544

Ichika
Join us for our modern take on an ancient Japanese culinary journey created by Master Chef Shinobu Sodeyama. Let us host you to celebrate love and life at our beautifully designed and handcrafted venue. Ichika offers a seasonal prix-fixe menu and is for reservations only.
1728 N Milpitas Blvd.
669-226-5215

Pepper Lunch
Japanese franchise specializing in fresh steak, seafood and vegetables cooked by clientele at individual high-tech speed grills.
Milpitas Square
408 Barber Lane
408-577-0778

Sen Dai Sushi
Yelp. Seems to have the highest ratings of all the Sushi restaurants in Milpitas.
224 N Abel Street
408-263-1472

Shabu House
Japanese. Warm, modern space & a menu of signature thin-sliced beef & vegetable bowls cooked at table.
1191 E Calaveras Blvd.
408-262-7888

Shabuya
All You Can Eat. Lunch $17.99, Dinner $27.99. Children under 40″ free, 40″-50″ $9.99. No vegetarian option.
84 Ranch Dr.
408-935-8020

Sushi Adachi
An authentic Japanese restaurant specializing in Nigiri, Makizushi, and Sake. Japanese imported fish, including renowned Bluefin tuna sourced from Japan’s iconic Toyosu market.
668 Barber Lane
408-432-6270

Uotomo Sushi
Yelp. Small, straightforward bistro presenting colorful sushi rolls & other Japanese specialties.
217 W Calaveras Blvd.
408-719-8882

V Sushi
Our Japanese restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
74 Ranch Dr.
408-941-9888

 

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Malaysian Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

Malaysian food may be new to you. It is a fusion between Chinese, Indian, Singaporean  and Thai food. Can be very spicy, but you can usually ask to have it made only mildly spicy.

Banana Leaf Restaurant
Outdoor Dining. Authentic Malaysian and Thai food at reasonable prices, custom seasoning (Ask from mild to hot). Try the fried banana and ice cream for dessert. Get there by 11:30 AM for lunch as it will be packed by noon.
Yelp
McCarthy Ranch
182 Ranch Dr.
408-719-9811

Kopitiam
“Kopitiam” literally means coffee shop or café. It is commonly found all over Singapore and Malaysia. It is a place for people to go, eat, drink, or just gather and chat.
1535 Landess Ave., #147
408-262-8800

Layang Layang
An ambitious menu of 81 items, plus 27 house specials. No longer has own website.
Yelp
181 W. Calaveras Blvd.
408-263-6788

Red Kwali
Pick-up and delivery available. Inspired by Singapore, Malaysia, Thai, Japan, China and other Southeast Asian specialties, our food is delicious and flavorful.
McCarthy Ranch
179 Ranch Dr.
408-262-2626

See also Thai Food Restaurants in Milpitas

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Thai Cuisine Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

Thai cuisine is the national cuisine of Thailand. Balance, detail, and variety are of paramount significance to Thai chefs. Thai cooking places emphasis on lightly prepared dishes with strong aromatic components and a spicy edge.

Ruby Thai Kitchen
This exotic cuisine is exciting, boasting with flavor and frequently chosen as healthy dining alternative by today’s sophisticated consumers.
447 Great Mall Dr. (In Great Mall Food Court.)
408-946-8693

Thai Cafe Restaurant
Thai dishes, including noodle soups & a variety of curries, are served in a casual & bright setting.
692 Barber Ln.
408-955-9992

Thaibodia Bistro
At Thaibodia, we serve dishes that combine the aromatic spices and flavors of Thai food with the distinct hallmarks of Cambodian cuisine.
338 S. Main St.
408-708-7685

See also Malasian Dining in Milpitas

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Vietnamese Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

There’s nothing quite so comforting as some hot Vietnamese pho on a rainy day. Vietnamese home-style cooking is often the best buy for a filling meal.

Anh Hong Saigon
Menu. The entire restaurant seemed to be packed with Vietnamese families when we walked in on a Sunday night. It was noisy and felt very homey right up until closing.
Yelp
233 W Calaveras Blvd
408-946-9046

BBH Noodle
Yelp. “The Bun Bo here is so delicious! I love their broth. It’s so rich and full of flavors.”
1203 E Calaveras Blvd.
408-263-8985

Com Tam Thien Huong
Yelp reviews. “I love broken rice dishes even if my mom makes it from time to time at home.”
41 Serra Way
669-235-5132

New Pho Saigon Noodle & Grill Restaurant
Facebook. Our versatile menu showcases a range of Chinese-Vietnamese delicacies, with an emphasis on our specialty: soup.
1770 Clear Lake Ave
408-262-1688

Pho Hoang Van
Yelp. “The food here is brilliant. Pho Hoang Van is clean, spacious, welcoming with a friendly staff and has some mighty tasty food!” It changes names and menus every couple of years. Phone number stays the same.
72 S. Park Victoria Dr.
408-946-1937

Pho Nguyen
Yelp. My go-to spot in Milpitas for Pho. Soups and rice plates are muy bien.
275 W Calaveras Blvd
408-945-5909

Pho Saigon Noodle House
You won’t find better value in pho anywhere else. We’ve been around for many years and you can depend on us for great meals. Open until 3am.
1455 Landess Ave.
408-263-8936

Pho Thin  Hanoi
We create and cook flavorful and delectable Vietnamese dishes based on traditional recipes and wholesome, and organic ingredients – all made with real passion.
41 Serra Way # 106
408-649-6027

Truong Thanh Vietnamese Restaurant
Yelp reviews. Vietnamese home-style cooking. We’re even open till 2 am on the weekends (Friday & Saturday) to fulfill your appetites after a night out on the town.
680 Barber Lane
408-383-0886

Tung Kee Noodle House
Fast food. Inexpensive and plentiful.
481 E Calaveras Blvd
408-263-8288
and
1792 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-935-9888

Vung Tau II Restaurant
I’m a teacher and a parent of one of my Vietnamese students tipped me off on this one. Very glad she did, because this is one of my new favorites..
Yelp
1750 N Milpitas Blvd
408-934-9327

See also ~ Sandwiches – Deli & Vietnamese Sandwiches in Milpitas
No matter where you turn, there’s a sandwich shop in Milpitas! New to the scene are Vietnamese sandwich shops. Yelp reviews for most sandwiches, so find the best!

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Hawaiian Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

Island-themed Milpitas restaurants whose menus feature traditional Hawaiian meals and drinks.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Island-themed fast-food chain whose menu features traditional Hawaiian plate lunches.
273 W Calaveras Blvd.
408-262-5880

Poki Run
Facebook Page. Yelp reviews. My favorite spot for a healthy lunch.
119 N. Mipitas Blvd.
408-946-8048

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Korean BBQ Dining in Milpitas

Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining

Korean BBQ restaurants offer in-table grills for cooking your meats to the doneness you prefer, and dip in a tasty sauce.

Bamboo Korean BBQ House
Order online. Menu. This is a hidden gem when it comes to Korean restaurants.
Yelp
260 S Abel St
408-263-6705

Gen Korean BBQ House
Local chain offering Korean BBQ grilled tableside & ban-chan in a trendy, modern setting.
190 Barber Ln.
408-955-0228

Hansang Tofu
We offer high quality, authentic Korean cuisine that includes Kalbi, Bulgogi, K-Chicken, Army Stews, and much more! We strive to provide delicious meals along with great service in a clean, upscale environment.
57 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-770-2107

Jang Su Jang
They know how to consistently make great food. The place is a too noisy, but the decor is the best for a Korean restaurant. That’s why I take clients there when they want Korean food.
Yelp
269 W Calaveras Blvd
408-262-3434

Koong’s
Chinese, Korean, Noodles. Yelp. Koong’s serves Korean-Chinese dishes. If you’ve been to San Tung in San Francisco, it’s pretty similar. Possibly even better cause there’s no wait.
103 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-946-8020

My No.1 Sushi & Tofu
Yelp reviews. Spicy Korean favorites & a free ice cream chaser served in a casual outlet with simple decor.
1747 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-946-5100

So Gong Dong Tofu House
Yelp reviews. Been craving Korean food lately, so decided to give this place a try. The food here is very good and so is the service.
231 W Calaveras Blvd
408-262-5454

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Asian Pacific Dining in Milpitas

Chinese, Filipino, Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Thai, and Vietnamese Restaurants – with reviews. Milpitas has the largest selection of Asian restaurants outside of San Francisco, and all have free parking.

Chinese – Taiwanese – Shanghainese – Hunan

Beer Bear Grill
Pan stickers, salted duck. duck vermicelli soup, teppanyaki
402 Barber Ln.
408-577-1922

Chef P’s
Yelp. “The shrimp in the walnut shrimp and vegetable shrimp are cooked to perfection. I really love the egg rolls, too, and the house chow mien.”
1535 Landess Ave. Ste 162
408-586-8389

China Palace Restaurant
Yelp. Open until 3am. This is kind of a hole in the wall place. It’s great if your looking for some authentic Chinese food that’s good on the wallet. Its open late for those late night munchies. Don’t expect great service.
688 Barber Ln.
408-894-7060

Darda Seafood Restaurant
Chinese Islamic style cooking. Halal.
296 Barber Lane
408-433-5199

Dingguagua Tasty Legend 鼎呱呱美味江湖
Great place to try some unique Northern Chinese dishes, but come with someone you know speaks Chinese to order the special dishes at this place. The food was very tasty and good. Most of the dishes were very well priced. Menu.
550 Barber Ln.
408-456-0520

FT BBQ
Yelp reviews. Our BBQ restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
660 Barber Ln.
408-922-7211

Hometown Kitchen
“All in all, I really recommend this place! I think this is the truly hometown flavor that I’m looking for. All the dishes are tasty and made with traditional ways.” Hunan .
MenuEnglish Menu
1245 Jacklin Road
408-263-9888

Golden Sun Palace
Roomy Chinese place with a lively atmosphere serving Cantonese seafood dishes & traditional dim sum.
1678 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-263-3888

King Eggroll Express
You can choose from a variety of delicious dishes at an affordable price. (Tip: Lundy location often has far lower prices!) Order any of special party trays for your next special events or dine in at our new Milpitas location.
442 W. Calaveras Blvd
408-942-4888

Koi Palace
Dim Sum, Seafood. Teahouse.
768 Barber Ln.
408-432-8833

Koong’s Chinese
Yelp Review. A family owned business, Koong’s is run by a familiar staff that is beloved in the Milpitas community.
103 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-946-8020

Kung Fu Noodle
Yelp. Heads up!! This isn’t the original Kung Fu Noodle that was here before! As of today (7/2/2019) the new and improved restaurant has only been open for 3 days. They changed the name by adding the Chinese words in front of Kung Fu Noodle!
278 Barber Ct.
408-922-6898

Mayflower Restaurant
Dim sum and banquet meals are always good here.
Yelp
428 Barber Lane
408-922-2700

Nutrition House
Medium sized, northern style chinese food. lots of sizzling platters, decent quality, massive servings and more then fair pricing. Left of Hot Pot City.
496 Barber Ln.
408-428-9285

Ocean Pearl Restaurant
Authentic Hong Kong style This is a relatively new HK style restaurant with good roasted pig and duck, BBQ pork and other dishes like won ton , congee , stir fry beef , hoi Nam chicken , lobster noodles, etc. They have excellent service and very good prices.
206 Barber Ct.
408-955-9666

Panda Express
Chinese fast food chain. Offers catering.
70 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-946-8818

The Porridge – Mei Garden
The freshness, taste, and digestibility of this food makes it seem like home-cooking, even if nobody in your home ever cooks bitter melon or seaweed.
1706 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-935-9369

QQ Noodle
No-frills Asian kitchen serving up vegetarian & meat-based plates & soups with handmade noodles.
416 Barber Ln.
408-894-9171

Shanchenglameizi
Our company was established in Beijing and has been mainly focusing on Chongqing hot pot. 20 kinds of free special snacks.
286 Barber Ct.
No local phone number available. But if you care to call Beijing.

Shanghai Delight
Chinese. Menu only.
218 Barber Ct.
408-434-6888

Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks
Casual, counter-serve cafe serving fried chicken, rice combos & other Taiwanese street snacks
522 Barber Ln.
408-922-7271

酸爽一碗-Suanlafen Noodles
Yelp. Ate here 3 times, hasn’t disappoint yet. Caution: you have to like the extremely sour & spicy soup to like their noodles. No service provided at all.
662 Barber Ln.
408-571-0888

Top Cafe
We pride ourselves on offering high quality Hong Kong- and Cantonese-styled cuisine at an affordable cost. We believe that our passion for good food brings happiness to our neighbors, families, and community members. Open until 3am.
650 Barber Ln.
408-922-0382

Shanghai Delight
Yelp reviews. Seems to be well-liked. Good food and low prices.
218 Barber Court
408-434-6888

South Legend Sichuan Restaurant
Yelp. After walking in circles at the Great Mall and working up an appetite, Lily directed us to South Legend Sichuan Restaurant in Milpitas. She made sure we were all okay with spicy food before she decided on a place.
1720 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-934-3970

Taipei Cafe
You used to have to go to SF for this kind of Taiwanese cooking. Fresh food, low prices. The restaurant sells Hakka-style food.
568 N Abel St.
408-586-8885

Taiwanese Porridge Kingdom
Snug counter serve offering porridge, dumplings & other standard Chinese dishes in a mellow setting.
1706 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-383-9888

Xian Kitchen
Yelp. First time here. My prediction. Is that this restaurant will not be around for long. The dishes are cater mostly for ancient taste buds. If they some key changes it may survive! “The beef soup is the only saving grace.” Beef is tough.
300 Barber Ct.
408-526-1500

Social Networking Groups for Milpitas

Find out about local issues and what is trending in Milpitas, California, in the following social networking groups. Connect with others in Milpitas and nearby to talk about our town and its activities.

Adding members and friends as of February 4, 2022. Compare to Average Page Views on GoMilpitas.com this past year of 12,063/month Feb 1, 2021-Jan 31, 2022. (144,761 total.)

Go Milpitas Group 567 members
If you call Milpitas your home, or you spend a lot of time here through work or pleasure, have friends or relatives here, or used to live here, or represent Milpitas in government at higher levels, you are welcome to join!

Desi’s in Milpitas 720 members
Hello, this group is for Desi friends living in Milpitas.

Friends of the Milpitas Library 98 people like this. 118 people follow.
Get announcements about book sales by liking this page.

I <3 Ol’ School Milpitas! 4.0K members
For those who grew up in, went to school in, spent time in, or love somebody from Milpitas. Please keep ALL posts about memories of people and events from Milpitas.

Marshall Pomeroy PTA 340 Friends
What a year this kids had! Thanks to all teachers for all your hard work this year with our kids. I know this had to the hardest year to teach! Thanks for everything you do for our Pomeroy’s kids!

Milpitas, Ayer and Calaveras Alumni 2.1K members
Alumni from the city of Milpitas, CA. Milpitas High, Samuel Ayer high, Calaveras High, Rancho Jr. and Randall Jr. When you join the group, announce yourself on the wall by your school, year and maiden name, if needed. If you don’t see your Yearbook cover, post it under the Photo Sections.

Milpitas Chamber Events 262 members
This group is for those interested in events. 2 posts a month. Has gotten a little spammy, and unrelated to the Milpitas Chamber are getting posted a lot.

Addiction Recovery Center

Milpitas Citizens Network 310 members
Getting Milpitas Residents together to raise issues and help build a better community. Current issue: Stop Pot shops! Stop Landfill Expansion!

Milpitas Community Library 2.2K Likes, 2.5K Followers
This is an official page for Santa Clara County Library. Please visit https://sccld.org/mobile-apps/ on your mobile device to use our app.

Milpitas Dog Park 451 members
The goal when this group was started was to bring together the people who come to enjoy this great park. Everyone who comes to the park is encouraged to get to know both the two-legged and their four-legged furry family members.

Milpitas Family 1.9K members
We are a local community group offering positive support to residents in Milpitas and the surrounding area. Gets tons of spam.

Milpitas Family First 70 members
We are committed to helping Our MUSD Unhoused/Homeless McKinney Vento Students, and in that commitment, we are advocates for Milpitas.

Milpitas High School Friends 158 members
3 posts a month. Not very active. 

Milpitas Homeschool Support Group 48 members
This is a private group for those who homeschool or plan to homeschool in Milpitas to look for nearby homeschool friends, invite others to join them for an event.

Milpitas Community Buy/Sell/trade 10.8K members
Post items you need to Buy, sell or trade. Services also welcome.

Milpitas Key Club 683 members
“Caring – Our Way of Life” Key Club is the oldest and largest international student-led organization which provides its members with opportunities.

Milpitas Knights Group Page 688 members
Milpitas Police Activity League (PAL) For more information on Knights Football please contact us at milpitasknights@gmail.com. PAL football is a program offering healthy, safe activities to the youth of our community as an alternative to street crime, drugs and violence.

Milpitas Neighbors 1.5K members
Public: Anyone can see who’s in the group and what they post. No description.

Milpitas Moms and Kids 285 members
Welcome to the Milpitas Moms and Kids playgroup Virtual Playdates, Virtual Moms Night Out, etc. Anyone can host a virtual event.

Milpitas Rants and Raves 3.2K members
This is the place to rant and rave about anything and everything going on in Milpitas.

Milpitas Real Estate 149 members
Looking to get a pulse on Milpitas Real Estate Market? Find out the ins and outs of Milpitas Real Estate Market.

Milpitas Renters Coalition 74 Likes, 83 Followers
We are a grassroots group of Milpitas tenants and other community members who are deeply invested in preventing the displacement of renters in Milpitas. We make decisions collectively and need your voice to help combat evictions and rent gouging.

Milpitas Santa Clara Bay Area Garage Sales & More 7.3K members
This group is for anyone who wants to sell, trade, give away, or in search of anything that is legal. Mainly serving the South Bay Area such as Milpitas, Santa Clara, San Jose or any surrounding areas such as Fremont or Union City.

Milpitas Skatepark Facebook Group 366 members
This group is for those who support a skatepark in Milpitas, skaters, their parents and friends and anyone else who is excited that we are finally getting skatepark in Milpitas! Also on Instagram.

Milpitas Tells It Like It Is! 306 members
Looking for ideas that support our community and ways to improve our quality of life!

Next-door Milpitas
Milpitas Neighborhood is central Milpitas, east of 680 and one neighborhood south of Calaveras, and one neighborhood north of Landess. Use from browser or app for mobile devices.

Our Milpitas Eagles Freed 516 members
Unlike the other “Our Milpitas Eagles” group, this group will be free to join for all interested about the Bald Eagle nest at a school in Milpitas California. Great photos and videos of our special bald eagle nest, and the parents tending the young there.

Shopping Milpitas 3.5K Likes, 3.6K Followers
The heart of the valley awaits you with four community centers located in the heart of Milpitas. Beauty treatments, grocery, specialty services and fine dining–find more of what you are looking for.

Spring Valley VFD 329 members
Spring Valley Volunteer Fire Department (SVVFD) provides fire safety and emergency medical services for residents, recreational enthusiasts, and property in the north-eastern foothills above San Jose and Milpitas, California.

Sunnyhills Sign
Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association 430 people like. 477 people follow.
We are a volunteer group actively working to improve our neighborhood and the city of Milpitas through positive activities, events, and programs.

#SunnyhillsStrong 795 members
A group created to celebrate the world’s first planned integrated community, to honor those pioneers that helped to establish it, to tell “Our Story” and to keep the spirit of Sunnyhills alive forever!

71 Milpitas neighborhoods are on Nextdoor 115,225 residents, 71 neighborhoods

Nextdoor is the best way to stay in the know about what’s going on in your neighborhood—whether it’s finding a last-minute babysitter, learning about an upcoming block party, or hearing about a rash of car break-ins. There are so many ways our neighbors can help us. We just need an easier way to connect with them.

Apex Centria

Avalon Heights South

Ayer Ln

Hiking, Running, Walking

Milpitas and Silicon Valley have lots of great places for taking a walk or serious hiking. Here are groups who organize hikes to go together and make friends.

Clubs & Organizations

Bay Area Hiking And Anything Fun
This group is all about having a great time in the company of people with shared interests such as hiking, running, walking, bicycling, and a wide range of other activities and adventures we do together.

Bay Area Orienteering Club
We’ve gone orienteering with this group for several years now at local parks. Object is, with a map and compass, to locate ‘controls’ and not get lost.

Milpitas Jogging & Hiking Club :::…::.
A Group for Milpitians who want to get together and enjoy jogging and hiking in destinations within Milpitas.

Mission Peak Striders
A group of recreational runners of all ability levels from the Southeast Bay Area (Fremont, Hayward, Union City, Newark, Milpitas). We meet for regularly scheduled runs on Saturday and Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. Check their Facebook page for updates.

Mt Diablo Guided Hikes, Walks & Events
MDIA sponsored hikes are free and open to all. Hikers are requested to arrive promptly at scheduled times. Site also shows popular trails to hike on your own. Mt Diablo is located about 30 miles to the north and east of Milpitas, off of I-680.

Open Space Appreciation Hiking Enthusiasts
The Open Space Authority docents are friendly, engaging and won’t make you cry hiking up the hill (unless you like killer hikes and then they have some crazy intense hikers, too). This group is for anyone who likes to go hiking, or for walks and would like people to go with. If you like walking with other people, if you are shy, friendly, outgoing, or just love being outdoors, this is a chance to hang out with some fun people.

Sleep Late and Hike
Interested in spending more time on the weekends in nature? Want to explore more of the Bay Area? Are you an afternoon person? Like to walk at a moderate pace? This may be the group for you!

Urban Footprints Hiking Club
Facebook page announcing local hikes.

Donate Camping Gear

Today’s Youth Matter
Makes use of gently used sleeping bags, tents, kayaks and canoes during their annual summer camps, which give at-risk children a weeklong escape. Baseballs, bats and tennis rackets also go a long way in bringing the fun back to a child’s life. 461 Valley Way, Milpitas, 408-719-9125.

Events

Bay Area Hiker Facebook Page
Members may announce hikes welcoming others to join in. Also find announcements for trail building volunteers. You will also find out about closed parks, often because of storm damage to roads.

See also: Trails & Bike Paths

Official Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center Sites in Milpitas

While you MAY mail in the ballot for free, some are concerned that the Post Office may not be to handle the deluge of ballots, some may wish to use a drop boxThese are the locations of the ONLY ballot return boxes in Milpitas and in nearby cities.

Vote by Mail Ballot Tracking Vote by Mail Ballot Tracking
Use this link to find out if your ballot has been received by the Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters.

See also Vote Centers in Milpitas to Vote in Person

City Hall Ballot Drop Off
Milpitas City Hall Ballot Drop Off
455 East Calaveras Boulevard
Make either first or second right turn on Milpitas Blvd just north of the Calaveras intersection. Box is at south end of the parking lot just outside the City Hall building.
Library Ballot Drop Off Box
Milpitas Library
160 North Main Street
Use visitor drop off along N. Main Street. Use photo to guide you. Park briefly to drop off your ballot.

Young woman posting her ballot.
Milpitas Innovation Campus
1331 East Calaveras Boulevard
Drive into the west (lower, downhill) parking lot. Follow curb into drop off area. See photo. Has handicapped ramp close to the box.

This is what an official ballot drop box looks like.

Ballot Boxes

Should you see something that looks like a ballot drop box, but not at a Milpitas location in the list above, do NOT leave your ballot there!

This Is Voter Fraud! Calif. Republicans Roll Out Fake Ballot Drop-Off Boxes

So far this has not been seen in Santa Clara County, but keep a look out, and report to the Registrar of Voters by calling 408-299-8683 should you see a box claiming to be for ballots, but NOT in one of the three places listed above.

Yes, you may still mail in your ballot, but it must be postmarked on November 3, 2020. If you turn your ballot in very late, it may not get postmarked as being sent on September 14.

Returning Vote by Mail Ballots

Sign Your Envelope

Sign your name by the red  X, and then print your address and the date on the back of the return envelope.

If your signature is missing or does not match your voter registration card, your ballot cannotbe counted.

Return Your Ballot on Time

By Mail

Ballots returned by mail must be postmarked on or before Election Day AND must be received no later than ​17 days after Election Day.

NO POSTAGE REQUIRED!  All Vote by Mail return envelopes are now postage paid. You do not need to use a postage stamp if you are returning your ballot by mail in the return envelope.

In Person

Ballots that are returned in-person must be received by 8 pm on Election Day.

Ballots can be returned at:

  • The Registrar of Voters Office1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, San Jose
    For your convenience, there is a white 24-hour drop box in the parking lot.
  • Any Santa Clara County Vote Center:  A complete list of locations and hours will be announced before each election.
  • Official Ballot Drop Box Site​:  A complete list of locations and hours will be announced before each election. See list above for Milpitas locations.
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