The top frozen treats in North America
In preparation for the sizzling summer months ahead, we tapped into Yelp’s data science team to determine what the top frozen treats are across U.S. and Canada.
Elites get craftea making boba with Bearology
In honor of National Boba Day in April, Elites from San Gabriel Valley and all over North America were invited to an exclusive virtual experience with Bearology in Arcadia, CA. Over 140 Yelp Elites attended the virtual event and bought Bearology’s Craftea Boba Kit to make four different types of drinks at home. Bearology products… Read more
The Perfect Pair(ing) with Allagash Brewing and The Maine Cheese Guild in Portland, ME
Summer is a great time for a cold beer, and everyday is a great day for artisanal cheeses. So for our latest Virtual Yelp Event and Elite Experience, we created – what we think is! – the perfect pairing: Allagash Brewing Company and The Maine Cheese Guild! Our pairings included: 1. Nowaday –… Read more
Yelp San Antonio Celebrates Black-Owned Businesses as “Ones to Watch”
Over the past year, we’ve seen people turn to Yelp to find and support Black-owned businesses in unprecedented numbers — consumer interest in Black-owned businesses was up 3,085% in February 2021, compared to the same period the year prior. Searches for Black-owned vegan restaurants, like Binge Kitchen, were up 2,142% for the same time period…. Read more
Yelp Austin Celebrates Black-Owned Businesses as “Ones to Watch”
Over the past year, we’ve seen people turn to Yelp to find and support Black-owned businesses in unprecedented numbers — consumer interest in Black-owned businesses was up 3,085% in February 2021, compared to the same period the year prior. Ahead of Juneteenth, we’ve rounded up a list of highly rated and popular Black-owned businesses in… Read more
Honoring Juneteenth and its Texas origins
Texas historical marker at 2201 Strand Street | Alyssa B, Yelp On June 19, 1865 – more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation – General Order No. 3 was read on Galveston Island informing the public: “all slaves are free.” It was read by Union Maj. General Gordon Granger and… Read more
Top tackle shops in the US
Kern River Fly Shop, photo by Guy J It’s mid-afternoon, and the flurry of dun activity from the morning has faded, but now you’re really starting to see the mayfly hatch kick into full force. You pull out your fly box and find it full of every kind of fuzz and feather you can imagine,… Read more
Yelp Milwaukee’s staycation at Dubbel Dutch Hotel
As part of MKE’s Hot & New – an event series celebrating the city’s many amazing entrepreneurs – Yelpers were invited to a virtual visit to the Dubbel Dutch Hotel. This historic, boutique, two-story mansion made its official debut to Milwaukee in July of 2020 after fighting through the turmoil of the pandemic. Dubbel Dutch… Read more
Top 50 places to eat in the Peninsula for 2021
Ready to explore the Peninsula food scene? From Daly City to Mountain View, our data scientists collected this list of the Top 50 places to eat in the Peninsula for 2021. You’ll find eateries you might know and love, along with some hot and new restaurants who were brave enough to open during the pandemic…. Read more
Top 25 ceviche spots in North America
A spritz of lime juice, dusting of coriander, chunks of onions, and a sprinkle of ají. Mix in local, raw fish and you’ve got yourself a fresh bowl of ceviche. This unique dish may have originated in Peru and Ecuador, but it has spread all over North America and especially raved about by Yelpers at… Read more
Birmingham Elites enjoy lunch with Gilchrist
Last month, The Yelp Birmingham Elite Squad was able to connect with a local institution – Gilchrist in Mountain Brook Village. Since we are not quite to the point of doing large gatherings, we decided that doing an Elite Week would be best. An Elite Week is where our exclusive Yelp Elites are able to… Read more