The Farmers Union
151 W Santa Clara St, San Jose
(408) 277-0545
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This restaurant truly stands out in the area, it has the most on-tap options I’ve ever seen at a dining spot. The variety alone makes it worth a visit, with something for every taste including sours, IPAs, etc.
The food was excellent across the board, and there were absolutely no complaints there. Everything was well-prepared and satisfying. Service was attentive without being overbearing, which made for a smooth and enjoyable experience.
It’s also great that they offer both indoor and outdoor seating, giving you flexibility depending on the weather or vibe you’re going for.
Prices are a little higher compared to some surrounding spots, but the quality, selection, and overall experience make it worthwhile. Definitely a place I’d return to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved this place for a laid-back but fun night out. It’s perfect for grabbing a few drinks and ordering a bunch of appetizers to share with the table. Everything we tried was flavorful and came out quickly, which kept the energy going. The ambience is lively and social — you can feel the buzz as soon as you walk in — but it’s still comfortable enough to hang out for a while. The service really stood out too. Our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we always had what we needed. It felt easy and relaxed the whole time. This is the kind of spot that works for happy hour, casual date nights, or catching up with friends. We had a great time and will definitely be back for more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food Prime Rib, Calamari, Brisket sandwich
Great server, thank you Carlos
We had a great time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice atmosphere. Food good, drinks good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Came in super hungry after a long flight and sat at the bar and ordered the pesto chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries and a water. Food was good and so was the service. The bartender was helpful in giving me a few places to check out while I’m in town. decided to come back for dinner, sat at the bar again to which the same bartender was there and when I walked in, I heard “what’s up Florida?” (Where I live) - as with anyone it’s always great to be recognized and engaged with when visiting a restaurant. This time I ordered the pan roasted salmon with a beer, and the food was delicious. lunch I walked out spending between $20-30 and dinner I spent $40-50
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really enjoyed our visit to The Farmers Union. The food was tasty and the menu had lots of good choices. Drinks were refreshing and the vibe was casual and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everyone was nice. Place has great ambience and for $33 I thought I might be getting the best French dip ever but that was far from great. Meat was bland. Way over priced and really not good. Side sals was yummy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Basically my main issue was there was no meat - Brisket, steaks, and ribs were out. They didn't inform us when we came in. We already ordered appetizers and drinks before they informed us that most of the mains were out.
Service was also not great. It took so long to call a server which was weird because there was not a lot of people.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Great spot with good food and drinks, but service was fairly slow so be prepared for long waits between ordering and receiving drinks, food, etc.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Place has gone downhill by several accounts: Food presentation mediocre, receptionist not receptive to wishes, and main dishes not worth the money. Some of the salads - beet in particular - present a well and taste very good. It makes me wonder if the focus is just on the beer, which is still great with one of the largest selections on tap. I used to work a block away and take clients there. Won’t do that again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
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OMG Chewy & Elena killed it behind the bar!! we are talking Super Bowl weekend… Two bartenders running the entire bar, the entire restaurant and doing everything with such joy and happiness. It made me wanna cry. WOW 🤩🏈 amazing Super Bowl weekend. Thanks guys!! You nailed the customer service 👏
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Here for Super Bowl and enjoying the spicy prawn linguine, classic deviled eggs with crispy prosciutto and beef brisket Asada tacos. All three were off the charts! Sat at the bar and enjoyed the ambience of casual dining in a fun comfortable setting. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our first time here. Excellent service and delicious meal. Highlights were the beet salad, the biscuits, and the prime rib
Pork chop- expensive. Was NOT tender- IT was over cooked. Hopefully a one off. Great beer selection, friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Very nice atmosphere and service. The only reason I didn't give 5 Star for food was because the serving was a little small. But than again I probably don't need the extra calories 😜
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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