Yelp
social site for everything local
Hybrid
Some members of the team work remotely, while others are co-located in one or more offices.
👥10,000+
📍San Francisco, California, United States
Yelp

About Yelp

About Yelp
About Yelp
About Yelp
About Yelp
About Yelp
Yelp operates an online platform that connects people with local businesses.

What Yelp is building

Yelp product / service
Yelp product / service
Yelp product / service
Yelp product / service
Yelp product / service
a crowd-sourced local business review and social networking site

Technologies used at Yelp

Back-end (4)
Front-end (2)
CC
AWSAWS
PythonPython
MySQLMySQL

Company culture

We Play Well With Others

We encourage autonomy balanced with teamwork and support, and enjoy the time we spend together helping one another grow. Whether you’re a new Yelper or tenured member of the team, you’ll have the chance to both learn from and teach your peers in a friendly, collaborative environment.

We’re Not Satisfied With Status Quo

At Yelp, you will be empowered to solve novel, impactful, and challenging problems, all while researching new technologies and making improvements across the organization. We develop real solutions for real businesses, and love to give back and open source our work.

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Funding rounds

Total Funding

Total Funding

$56M
Last funding round type

Last funding round type

Series E
Company type

Company type

For Profit

Yelp news and updates

Yelp Inc launched Servies on Nov 30th 22'.

This is one of the reasons Yelp recently launched the Servies, a new awards program to recognize front-of-house staff.

Dec 29, 2022 | modernrestaurantmanagement.com

Yelp Inc launched environmental, social and governance report on Dec 14th 22'.

Yelp Inc. (NYSE: YELP), the company that connects people with great local businesses, released its first environmental, social and governance (ESG) report today.

Dec 13, 2022 | oilandgaspress.com

Yelp Inc launches list of the area’s top Christmas tree farms

To help shoppers narrow their search, Yelp in Portland compiled a list of the area’s top Christmas tree farms.

Dec 5, 2022 | koin.com

Yelp Inc launches list of the best Indian restaurants

Yelp compiled a list of the best Indian restaurants in each state.

Nov 9, 2022 | iheart.com

Yelp Inc launched Culture Champion Award program on Sep 3rd 22'.

Yelp recently launched a Culture Champion Award program celebrating employees on a quarterly basis for their contributions to DIB.

Oct 3, 2022 | yelp.com

Yelp Inc partners with Beignet Box

This month, Yelp is also partnering with Beignet Box to host a special giveaway from Friday, September 30th through Sunday, October 2nd for the community.

Sep 8, 2022 | yelp.com

Yelp will be recognized as one of the best date spots on Feb 14th 23'.

The restaurant was also named one of the best date spots, according to Yelp reviews, this Valentine's Day season.

Jan 1, 2022 | mysanantonio.com

Yelp Inc opened new location in San Francisco, California, United States on Jan 1st 98'.

According to the San Francisco business database, Yan Yan first opened its doors at 2241 Judah St. in 1998.

Jan 1, 2022 | sfgate.com

Yelp Inc recognized as 1st in best digital marketing courses in Araras

yelp.com ranked 1st in best digital marketing courses in Araras.

Jan 1, 2022 | digitalmarketingcourse.training

Yelp Inc launches several integrations for Yelp Fusion platform for automobiles’ infotainment systems, mapping applications

Business directory and crowdsourced review forum Yelp unveiled several integrations for its Yelp Fusion platform for automobiles’ infotainment systems, mapping applications, search engines and voice assistants.

Jan 1, 2022 | adweek.com

Perkville, Inc. partnered with Yelp Inc on Feb 11th 22'.

Perkville, Inc. recently teamed up with Yelp to chat about improving your online reputation by boosting your online presence and customer engagement.

Jan 1, 2022 | perkville.com

Yelp Inc launched list of Women-owned businesses to watch on Jan 1st 19'.

Yelp has also compiled a list of Women-owned businesses to watch, highlighting standout businesses in food, beauty, and home and decor across the country.

Jan 1, 2022 | yelp.com

Yelp Inc launches Keyword Boosting

To give business owners more control over who they’re targeting with Yelp Ads, Yelp Inc has introduced a new feature – Keyword Boosting – and expanded the availability of Custom Location Targeting to make reaching the right Yelp users as seamless and efficient as possible.

Jan 1, 2022 | yelp.com

Yelp Inc hired Chris Terrill as Board of Directors on Mar 16th 22'.

Yelp Inc. (NYSE: YELP), the company that connects people with great local businesses, today announced the appointment of Chris Terrill, former chief executive officer of ANGI Homeservices (now Angi Inc.) and HomeAdvisor.com, to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

Jan 1, 2022 | businesswire.com

Yelp Inc launched Black-owned business attribute on Jun 1st 20'.

In June 2020, following an outpouring of requests from its community to provide an easy way to find and support Black-owned businesses on its platform, Yelp launched its Black-owned business attribute to help consumers find, connect with and patronize Black-owned businesses.

Jan 1, 2022 | bakemag.com

Yelp Inc launched Bangs Insurance Giveaway on Mar 15th 22'.

Yelp has launched a “ Bangs Insurance Giveaway ” program to give consumers $200 toward a new hair look from a professional.

Jan 1, 2022 | beautylaunchpad.com

Yelp Inc recognized as Top Breweries in Every State on Apr 7th 22'.

From pilsners and stouts to hazy IPAs and sours, Yelp has covered it all in their list of Top Breweries in Every State, according to their data.

Jan 1, 2022 | khon2.com

Yelp Inc launches Sustainability Resource Hub

Yelp is also introducing a new Sustainability Resource Hub for businesses to help provide business owners with the tools they need to implement eco-friendly practices.

Jan 1, 2022 | plasticpollutioncoalition.org

Yelp Inc launched searchable eco-friendly business attributes, including EV charging stations on Mar 19th 22'.

To support this consumer demand, Yelp recently launched new searchable eco-friendly business attributes, including "EV charging stations available."

Jan 1, 2022 | yelpeconomicaverage.com

Yelp Inc recognized as Top 100 US Doughnut Shops of 2022

In its list of the Top 100 US Doughnut Shops of 2022, Yelp ranked New England twice, and residents of Connecticut and Massachusetts are in luck.

Jan 1, 2022 | nbcboston.com

Yelp Inc closes offices in New York, New York, United States

(AP Photo/Eric Risberg) Yelp, an app that recommends local restaurants and services to users using location-based services, is closing its offices in New York, Chicago and Washington, D.C., as part of a move to double down on remote work.

Jan 1, 2022 | washingtonpost.com

Yelp Inc closes offices in United States

Yelp is closing three U.S. offices after determining its employees prefer to work remotely.

Jan 1, 2022 | sbj.net

Yelp Inc closes offices in United States

Later that month, Yelp announced it was edging closer to being fully remote, and closing 450,000 square feet of office space across the United States.

Jan 1, 2022 | wired.com

Visit Omaha partners with Yelp Inc

Visit Omaha has teamed with Yelp to present ten amazing places to grab a drink in Omaha, as rated by a mix of average ratings and number of reviews on Yelp.

Jan 1, 2022 | visitomaha.com

These are the top spots in the U.S. to go apple picking, according to Yelp

Apple picking in the fall is as American as, well, apple pie. From McIntosh to Granny Smith, there are approximately 2,500 varieties of apples grown in the United States.

Sep 26, 2021 | Nexstar Media

These are the best pumpkin patches in the U.S., according to Yelp

It’s officially fall, and that means pumpkin season is finally upon us. Whether you are looking for the perfect carving pumpkin for a spooky Jack-O-Lantern or the tastiest pumpkins for all your fall recipes, a trip to a pumpkin patch is a must this time of year.

Sep 26, 2021 | Nexstar Media

Southern Indiana pumpkin patch best in state, according to Yelp

It’s officially fall, and that means pumpkin season is finally upon us. Whether you are looking for the perfect carving pumpkin for a spooky Jack-O-Lantern or the tastiest pumpkins for all your fall recipes, a trip to a pumpkin patch is a must this time of year.

Sep 26, 2021 | Nexstar Media

Yelp Inc partners with Punk Post

At Yelp, Yelp Inc‘ve partnered with Punkpost for many years.

Jan 1, 2021 | yelp.com

Yelp Inc partnered with Chasing Paper LLC. on Oct 6th 21'.

Yelp has partnered with Chasing Paper to create unique wallpaper designs in honor of small businesses in New York City, San Francisco, and Austin.

Jan 1, 2021 | spoilednyc.com

Yelp Inc launches filters to communicate vaccine requirements

Uber reports a surprise profit for Q2, Yelp unveils new filters to communicate vaccine requirements and virus uncertainty is leading businesses to strategize in case a pivot to remote work becomes necessary again.

Jan 1, 2021 | cnbc.com

Yelp Inc launched Boba Bracket competition on Mar 1st 21'.

Yelp has launched a Boba Bracket competition for the month of March, where hundreds will be competing to determine the best boba shop in Sacramento.

Jan 1, 2021 | fox40.com

Wedibuffalo partnered with Yelp Inc on Jun 1st 21'.

Wedibuffalo has partnered with YELP for a passport to international food from June 20-July 20.

Jan 1, 2021 | mailchi.mp

Course Creator Community partners with Yelp Inc

Course Creator Community has had food network personalities and popular bloggers come, I’ve partnered with the company Yelp and had renowned photographers come and show my students how to position themselves.

Jan 1, 2021 | coursecreatorcommunity.net

Impossible Foods Inc. partners with Yelp Inc

Impossible Foods teamed up with Yelp to curate a list of the top diners across the country* -- and these beloved institutions are the first independently owned restaurants to feature Impossible Sausage.

Jan 1, 2020 | impossiblefoods.com

Morgan Stanley invests into Yelp Inc

The New York-based Morgan Stanley has invested 0% in Yelp Inc. (NYSE:YELP).

Jan 1, 2019 | altcoinmercury.com

Canada Pension Plan Investments invests into Yelp Inc

Canada Pension Plan Invest Board has invested 0.01% in Yelp Inc. (NYSE:YELP).

Jan 1, 2019 | makdaily.com

Creative Planning, LLC invests into Yelp Inc

The Kansas-based Creative Planning has invested 0% in Yelp Inc. (NYSE:YELP).

Jan 1, 2019 | whatsonthorold.com

Block & Leviton LLP files suit against Yelp Inc

Block & Leviton LLP (www.blockesq.com), a securities litigation firm representing investors nationwide, announces that a class action has been filed against Yelp, Inc. (“Yelp” or the “Company”) (NYSE: YELP ) and certain of its officers alleging violations of the federal securities laws.

Jan 1, 2018 | globenewswire.com

Women’s Health Mag partners with Yelp Inc

Women's Health teamed up with Yelp to uncover the healthiest, happiest, outdoors-iest, Zen-iest towns in the U.S.—and they're not the biggies you'd expect.

Jan 1, 2017 | womenshealthmag.com
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