spotsExhaustive Google Places search using grid-based scanning. Finds ALL places, not just what Google surfaces.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install foeken/spotsFind the hidden gems Google doesn't surface.
Binary: ~/projects/spots/spots or go install github.com/foeken/spots@latest
# Search by location name
spots "Arnhem Centrum" -r 800 -q "breakfast,brunch" --min-rating 4
# Search by coordinates (share location from Telegram)
spots -c 51.9817,5.9093 -r 500 -q "coffee"
# Get reviews for a place
spots reviews "Koffiebar FRENKIE"
# Export to map
spots "Amsterdam De Pijp" -r 600 -o map --out breakfast.html
# Setup help
spots setup
| Flag | Description | Default |
|------|-------------|---------|
| -c, --coords | lat,lng directly | - |
| -r, --radius | meters | 500 |
| -q, --query | search terms | breakfast,brunch,ontbijt,café,bakkerij |
| --min-rating | 1-5 | - |
| --min-reviews | count | - |
| --open-now | only open | false |
| -o, --output | json/csv/map | json |
Needs Google API key with Places API + Geocoding API enabled.
spots setup # full instructions
export GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY="..."
Key stored in 1Password: op://Echo/Google API Key/credential
https://github.com/foeken/spots
Generated Mar 1, 2026
Food bloggers can use spots to uncover hidden cafes and breakfast spots in specific neighborhoods, ensuring comprehensive coverage for reviews. By setting a high min-rating and querying terms like 'brunch', they can find quality establishments that might be overlooked by standard search tools, enhancing their content's uniqueness.
Real estate agents can scan areas for amenities like coffee shops and bakeries within a radius to assess neighborhood appeal for property listings. Exporting results to a map allows visualization of local businesses, aiding in client presentations and market reports.
Travel agencies can use spots to compile exhaustive lists of attractions, restaurants, and cafes in tourist destinations, filtering by ratings and open status. This helps create detailed itineraries that include lesser-known spots, improving customer experiences.
Researchers studying urban spaces can employ spots to gather data on business distributions and ratings in specific coordinates. The grid-based scanning ensures all places are captured, supporting analyses of commercial density and accessibility.
Event planners can search for venues and catering options in a defined area, using min-reviews and min-rating to filter reliable businesses. Exporting to CSV facilitates comparison and budgeting for corporate breakfasts or meetings.
Offer a web-based version of spots with advanced analytics and API access, targeting industries like real estate and tourism. Revenue is generated through monthly subscriptions based on usage tiers, such as number of searches or data exports.
License the comprehensive place data collected by spots to market research companies for trend analysis and reports. Revenue comes from one-time or recurring licensing fees, with customization options for specific geographic regions or business types.
Provide a free basic version of spots for casual users like bloggers, with premium features like unlimited exports and priority support for a fee. Revenue is generated through in-app purchases or annual subscriptions, targeting power users in media and academia.
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