50 Best Bars in San Jose

“Loving all the food and clean place“

“always a great band playing! very professional staff. I love the owner Bev!“

“Great atmosphere
Great service
It was slow since I was there on a Sunday afternoon around 6. Pleasant for a drink alone and play a game or five :)
Next time I’ll try the food
The Zinny was a great and refreshing drink 🫶🏽“

“My partner and I have finally found a place to watch early morning English Championship matches in San Jose!

Jack’s coffee and tea is pretty darn good and their ginger beer is A+. The staff is really warm and welcoming. They put a couple of TVs on just for us to watch the matches. We were the only folks in the place for the early morning matches and the midday matches are pretty quiet as well.

Extra bonus for it being pet friendly! Our dog was super pleased with his whole family sports adventure.

Next time, we may order breakfast or lunch to be delivered.“

“We had delicious food and were able well served by Lucky who was very attentive, yet gave us space. I truly enjoyed the experience and will definitely be back. Highly recommend! Thank you Lucky for a grate service!“

“The Last Round Tavern is a great spot for pizza, drinks, and out of this world good meatballs. The pizza comes out hot and flavorful, with a satisfying crust, plenty of toppings, and just the right amount of cheese. The casual setting makes it perfect for hanging out with friends or catching a game - it's fun local spot worth checking out!“

“Great downtown San Jose spot with cool bartenders“

“fun for people of all ages, highly recommended.“

“We had a really enjoyable breakfast here. The French Toast combo came with two eggs and was fresh, tasty, and nicely prepared. Everything we tried had plenty of flavor and seemed made with care. The restaurant also had a great ambiance and a fun, relaxed vibe. Service was good and the staff were friendly throughout our visit. Overall, it was a pleasant experience with good food, good service, and a comfortable setting. We’d definitely come back again.“

“Alter ego has fabulous cocktails, atmosphere and service. I’ve had the cantaloop, Prima vida (I think that’s the name), and Buster + Babs, and all were delicious. I’ve also had their dessert, which at least now is vanilla gelato, almond streusel and black sesame fudge, and it is a 10/10.

Reservations recommended. Looking forward to returning for the Halloween menus, and to try more of their food!“

“Met a friend for drinks! Bartender was friendly and engaging! Atmosphere was energetic and their appetizer meatballs were amazing! Will definitely go back! ❤️“

“If you’re looking for a spot with incredible energy, cold drinks, and a crowd that makes you feel like family the second you walk through the door, Buckhorn Tavern is it.
Frank, has created something truly special here. He’s incredibly welcoming and clearly puts his heart into the place, making sure every single guest is having a great time. That top-tier hospitality trickles right down to the super friendly bar staff, who are not only fast and attentive but just genuinely awesome people to chat with.
But what really sets the Buckhorn apart is the crowd. The patrons here are amazingly friendly. Within ten minutes, you'll feel like a regular. There are no strangers here—just friends you haven't met yet.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop by. This place is a gem!“

“Great food and service. Excellent selection of German beers and Schnaps.“

“Unique combination of Indian food. Absolutely recommending this place“

“The food here is very good but even better is the service. The staff was very genuine, attentive and quick. Maybe the best service I've had in my life. I'm not in the area often but would definitely go again“

“Great neighborhood bar in West San Jose with friendly bartenders, strong cocktails, pool tables, darts, and a welcoming atmosphere. The service is excellent, the drinks are reasonably priced, and the crowd is always friendly. If you're looking for a local sports bar or lounge near Westgate Mall, Park Lane Lounge is a great spot to relax and have fun.“

“muy sabrosa birria es la mejor birria q he probado“

“Chill spot with a pool table, strong drinks, and seriously good tacos, especially on Taco Tuesdays. 🌮 La Korita’s Restaurant is there daily serving up legit Mexican food that pairs perfectly with whatever you’re drinking. The vibe is always good, and Tina is hands-down the best bartender. She’s super friendly, attentive, and makes the place even more fun to hang out at. Great food, great drinks, and an all-around solid spot.“

“Stopped in Friday and the BBQ Chicken was great. The baked potato had sour cream a butter. The beans were very tasty. The price was great and so was the service. I'm going to come back and try the breakfast and might add a bloody Mary. Nice bartender.“

“It's my first time coming here. Street parking or paid parking lot only. Outdoor and indoor dining. Limited seating inside. Their menu is simple and yet offers enough choices for customers. I love the amount of craft beer choices. I'm glad they support a local craft brewery.

I ordered their No. 1 Hot Chicken Nashville Style Sandwich with fries. I was not disappointed at all. The chicken was crispy in the outside and juicy in the inside. The spiciness was perfect for me. Their fries were thick and well done.

The only thing that needs to improve is the hospitality of the cashier. She seemed like she had a long day based on her flat affect. She did not welcome customers coming in or checked if they liked their food. Other than that, this place rocks!“

“Went in last night 10/14/2026 for a company dinner of 8 guests, our waiter Andres was super attentive and made this function worth remembering. We sat in the patio for a lovely evening. From the top shelf Margaritas that he recommended to the perfectly cooked pulpo a la parrilla, the amazing tableside guac and of course Andres's exceptional service : I'll be back just for him!“

“Great vibes,
we needed to wait for like half an hour before seated so we walked around.
The food comes out really fast and the wine was great I especially liked some dry riesling.
First time for me and loved it!
would totally recommend spending some time here.“

“Love everyone there they all have great Attitudes“

“I love this place I have been going here for years“

“I visit El Catrin often, and it’s always a fantastic experience! The service is amazing, and the staff are incredibly attentive, making sure everything is perfect every time. The owners go above and beyond to make you feel welcome, and their hospitality is truly appreciated. I’ve never had a single issue here, and it’s clear they care about providing top-notch service. Highly recommend!“

“Es muy caro y el Lugar muy caliente no hay aire acondicionad“

“Buen. Servicio. Lugar. Amplio. Exelente. Mucica. DJ. Y. Karaoke. El. Mejor. Lugar. Para. Divertirse.sanamente.“

“first time and quite impressed, clean, homey, and location has access to restaurants.“

“Las bebidas para Las familia“

“Great place. Its my go to really. Good drinks good people people from all walks of life. They have live bands djs and karaoke nights that everyone gets in on. Ive seen a hand full of dogs there and they have outside seating and good security and a taco truck across the street that o recommend 👌“

“The decoration of this bar is a bit like the decoration style of the previous era. It feels very comfortable to order a cocktail and sip it slowly.“

“Excellent vibe, nice folks classic cocktails.“

“food is amazing, great drinks, fun atmosphere. Great place for a party.“

“Very cool place! Good food, friendly staff! Great atmosphere!!“

“First visit to the Hbar, great tacos, nice menu, with decent prices. The menu was not overpriced, with a decent amount of options. Not allot of beers or cocktails on tap, but it works for the quick and easy. The service was really nice, which made it nice, and local people who knew a lot about other places to visit.“

“OUR SERVER DEF MAKES OUR NIGHT - WE LOVE YOU IAN. Yard House never fails us with their foods, all of them are amazing as always. The service we have tonight from Ian not just customer service but caring and loving with understanding from human to human, such a great night“

“Warm atmosphere . Enjoy having breakfast and lunch with friends and family.“

“I love this place , romantic“

“This is a safe, fun and authentic bar with excellent staff, great drinks, local support and fun for all ages (21 and above) - the bar has a local vibe, plenty of free parking, and the karokee is so fun - bring your corporate guests, your best ‘singing friends’ and your best humor to this one - you’ll be glad you did. It is a ‘local’ jewel in the South Bay. Applause“

“Food was excellent! Flat iron steak was done med rare as ordered. Chicken with cranberry sauce and brussels sprouts was perfect. The delicious apple/caramel bread pudding definitely enough to share. The atmosphere is an older converted garage but it is well worth going for the food!
Close to TechCU arena, we will be back. Go Barracuda!“

“I originally wanted to try a different pho spot, but the line was way too long so I decided to give Pho This Way a try instead — and I’m glad I did. The food was surprisingly really good, especially the pho. Their broken rice is also a must try. Great flavor, good portions, and fast service. Definitely coming back“

“One PHO place in the Bay Area. The Pho House Special is so good. Shrimp (jumble) Garlic noodle is the best. The spring rolls are always good. Very fresh and tasty. Modern Restaurant Concepts insides. Perfect place for private party.“

“Delicious food, great ambiance. We got two tea leaf salads to share amongst 5 of us, plus a noodle dish, veggie dish, and shrimp and fish dishes. There were 10-12 shrimp in our entrees, so we were happy with that. All of the flavors were fantastic. Hopefully this place sticks around for a long time!“

“We had a great time there. The bartenders were great personable had great conversations with them. Had told some jokes with each other. We had a few drinks. We had a really great time there. We spent like 3 hours there. It was really fun, learned a new drink and loved it. It's called a Scooby snack!!!“

“One of the best places to have a big party. The banquet rooms are spacious; you can seat up to 160 guests. I’ve hosted 2 events here already - my parents’ 50th anniversary in 2014 and my 50th birthday this year. Easy process to reserve the space & select menu. Great customer service from all staff.“

“Graduation day. Sister in law. I love her. We were early. We arrived an hour before the graduation started so hells yeah I'm gonna get a drink to kill time. Brother and law and I went out while mother and sister in law headed to the venue. This was 4 blocks from the San Jose State University campus and was one of the the few bars open at this hour so we hit it. It is located inside of the SOFA market which is like a small version of San Pedro square if you've ever been there. It houses smaller restaurants and eateries inside a building and Fountainhead was in the far back. This means that you cannot see it from the street. Regardless, they have a move isolated space with plenty of seating shared with an Indian restaurant on the right.

This place is legit. Small bar, few tap selections, but good enough. Frosted mugs and a friendly bartender.

Walked away with a great drink, a reasonable buzz, and made it to the graduation with time to spare. Do it.“