Though the U-Save store in San Jose is an independent store, it would have once been a part of a U-Save chain of [Read More]
This site documents the disappearing vintage signage of San Jose, California, captured through Urban Sketches. Know of a sign I haven’t sketched yet? Or a story connected to a sign? I’d love to hear from you. Use the contact page and get in touch.
Posts tagged san jose
Lincoln Avenue Liquor & Deli
Another great arrow sign, but one I have no information on. (I’m hoping this post reaches someone who can [Read More]
Wing’s Chinese Restaurant
Just yesterday, the Mercury News ran this piece announcing that Wing’s Chinese Restaurant is closing. I [Read More]
Tip Top Liquors
You might’ve guessed by now that I love vintage signs. But the subcategory that always gets me is signs with [Read More]
Cask ‘n Flask Liquors
Did you know Cask ‘n Flask Liquors is the place in the South Bay to go seek out new and hard-to-find craft [Read More]
The Place (aka Kevin’s Place)
Researching vintage signs means I talk to people and look through newspaper clippings and websites to try to dig up [Read More]