Experience · Mountain View

East West Bookshop & Korean Dinner

Spend a peaceful evening browsing the unique selection at East West Bookshop, a treasure trove of books and gifts. Afterward, enjoy a flavorful and budget-friendly Korean meal at Kunjip Tofu, known for its warm, comforting dishes. Conclude your night with a quiet stroll through Pioneer Memorial Park, reflecting on your finds.

A 3-hour Old Mountain View evening plan for solo — East West Bookshop, Mountain View, Kunjip Tofu, Crepevine Restaurants.

Duration: 3 hrs
Cost: $15–$30
Stops: 3 stops
Area: Old Mountain View
Walking: Heavy walking · Total 2-mile driving route
Best time: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Ideal for: Solo · Friends

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The plan

1East West Bookshop, Mountain View(1 hr)→
2Kunjip Tofu(1 hr)→
3Crepevine Restaurants(30 min)

Why this plan works

Every stop sits in Old Mountain View, so the whole plan happens inside one neighborhood. East West Bookshop, Mountain View is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Crepevine Restaurants — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to solo and friends who want a planned Mountain View outing without improvising between stops.

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The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

1
1 hr
East West Bookshop, Mountain View
Shopping · Old Mountain View
Resource for metaphysical books, gifts, jewelry & art, plus yoga, psychics, workshops & more.
What to do — Browse the various sections, take your time discovering new authors or interesting items. You might find a workshop schedule that sparks future interest.
Scout Side Quest
Find a book title that reads like advice you needed to hear today. Snap a photo of just the spine.
1 mi · 20 min walk or 5 min drive
Then A short drive will take you to Kunjip Tofu for dinner.
2
1 hr
Kunjip Tofu
Food & Drink
What to do — Order your favorite Korean comfort food. The tofu soup is a signature dish, perfect for a cozy evening meal.
Scout Side Quest
Before your first bite, take in the colors and steam of the spread. Decide which side dish has the best crunch.
1 mi · 20 min walk or 5 min drive
Then Short hop over to Crepevine Restaurants.
3
Optional 30 min
Crepevine Restaurants
Food & Drink · Old Mountain View
Informal local chain serving sweet & savory crêpes, plus classic American bites.
What to do — Split something sweet at Crepevine Restaurants to end the night.

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Planning this outing

Is this a good Mountain View itinerary for solo?: Yes. It's built for solo and friends and runs about 3 hrs across 3 stops, starting at East West Bookshop, Mountain View.
How long does this outing take?: Plan on 3 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Mountain View itinerary cost?: Roughly $15–$30 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?: Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 2 miles of walking in total.
Do I need reservations?: No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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Cost
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