50 Best Sports Bars near Santa Clara

“great bar to stop and have a drink!“

“great place to hang out, have a drink!“

“great place to hang out, have a drink!“

“I stayed at the Hyatt and met with some friends for a quick bite. I got the Teriyaki Steak Bites w/Shishito peppers, which was quite good, but it wasn’t a big portion and not worth the price IMHO.

Service was good though!“

“I want to preface this by saying two things. First, I had never been here before. Which is sorta’ shocking for me because, two, I like Bay Area dive- and dive-adjacent bars.

Having lived in and/or visited this area for all of my 50-plus years, that is shocking. And I like this sort of place in a non-ironic, non-wink-wink, sorta’ way. I loved the Cardiff in Campbell before it became an ultra-lounge. I spent many a day and/or evening at Blinky’s before it closed. In more recent years, I was saddened when Patty’s Inn and then the The Red Stag closed. I am happy that Woodham’s still offers up first and last calls. And I continue to be amazed that Vahl’s is still slinging drinks in the hinterlands.

And I frequent these places because, in almost all cases, they provide a service that is rapidly being destroyed in the Bay Area. Great service. Strong drinks. Good prices (relatively speaking). Interesting customers. Normandy House checks all of these boxes.

This place exists where Bascom disappears. It is kitty-corner to what has to be one of the world’s oldest still existing uniform stores. It is located in a non-descript and frankly worn-down corner strip mall, the sort of place that is eagerly eyed by developers looking to raze the place in favor of bland and cheaply made condos that cost way too much.

By dive bar standards (and I mean that as a compliment), this place is huge! Long and lovely bar. Lots of seating. Clean bathrooms. Atmosphere-appropriate lighting. Pool tables and a good jukebox. My friend and I visited on a recent weekday, so the place was nearly empty. But the staff were top notch. We got an instant greeting, several check-ins, and prompt service. They were tearing down the St. Patrick’s Day stuff and putting up new decorations. Having never been here before, I didn’t feel like I was intruding. The staff made me feel at home.

I think the reviews and the average rating are about right. Thing is, check out some of the negative reviews. Most are years old. And the more recent one(s)—I am looking at you, Alex—makes the reviewer sound like a high-maintenance noodle who can’t fathom why people won’t respond to their friend requests. Hint: it’s you, Alex. It’s you.

Again, I am amazed I hadn’t visited before. And I plan to visit again the next time I am in the area. To the staff, thank you. You provided excellent service. To the owner, keep doing what you are doing. In a place that is more and more demolishing the heart and spirit of the area and pricing out locals, you provide a service that I am not sure newer transplants understand or even respect.

Highly recommended.“

“I came here before and I thought that they just simply had a lucky day where they provided an exceptional and outstanding service. Today is my second time being here and they just broke the record with top customers satisfaction.
Everyone I came in contact with were super friendly, especially Enrique and Jenny.
I will definitely come again“

“Occasional food. Pho place next door is great, will bring it to you. Meanwhile enjoy fantastic bartenders and local regulars who are friendly people. If you search “dive bars near me” Bogarts comes up. Bogarts is a “dive bar” in all the right ways. Clean, friendly, good prices. Not a “craphole.” There is a difference! If you find yourself in the area and want cold beer and shooters at a good price check them out!“

“Karaoke with KJ Mallory Every Wednesday night from 9pm-1am.“

“At poke places, it is so important for the food to be fresh. You don't have to worry about this here. The staff is willing to help you arrange your bowl if you want any suggestions about pairings. Highly recommend!“

“Nice service and if your hungry you can't go wrong with the nachos. Enough for three people.“

“its a a great bar to hangout with your friends, Its has 3 dartboards and a pool table. Bartenders are awesome! crowd is friendly,“

“Great place. We come enjoy trivia night and the food is really good!“

“Great friendly service ❤️good music great atmosphere for sure enjoying my time here“

“The food was just as impressive as the atmosphere. The menu had a variety of options from juicy burgers and crispy wings to fresh salads and hearty sandwiches. I tried their signature wings, and they were perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of heat. The drinks menu was also diverse, offering everything from craft beers to creative cocktails, perfect for game-day celebrations!! The beers are colder here than Alaska.“

“My first time at this place and everyone was fun, cool, and respectful. I was welcomed and treated very well by staff and patrons. I'd definitely recommend this place to good people who appreciate great service and peace. Love this place!!!“

“Great place to stop and grab a drink at. Great atmosphere a few games in the back to play. Plenty of space to lounge out in plenty of seating. Just be sure to be there before the crowd hits cause it can get packed at times but that just goes to shoe how nice thus place is“

“We had the Spring roll and Sev puri here recently. The spring roll seemed to be reheated and served, the Sev puri was good.

The ambience and service was allright. They do have a variety of tea/coffee that we didn’t try, perhaps next time. The location was an Italian restaurant that has been converted and still has that feel (No interiors updated)“

“I had my sons 1st birthday party at Stanley’s and the venue is truly perfect the staff was so accommodating and on top of handling the food and beverage and helping with setting up everything. They were so great with checking in and asking if we needed anything. I love Stanley’s and will definitely have future parties here.“

“Food was SO good! Very authentic! Staff was friendly and kind! ❤️ will definitely come back if I’m in the area! 🥰“

“We sat up stairs and the atmosphere, food, beer and service were great!!!“

“Food is soooo good! I wish it was open earlier.“

“Stevie's Bar & Grill in San Jose isn't just a bar, it's a sanctuary for the soul and a paradise for beer enthusiasts. Each time I return to San Jose, Stevie's is my go-to spot, a reliable haven where the beer flows as freely as the good times. With a draft beer selection that's second to none, Stevie's is like a grand library of brews, each one a story waiting to be savored. The attentive staff elevates the experience, making sure your glass is never empty and your spirits are always high. The vibe here is electric yet welcoming, a perfect backdrop for the delectable snackable treats they serve. And if you're in a crunch for time, the adjacent laundromat turns a chore into a chance for relaxation – sip and savor while you spin and rinse! Stevie's is more than a bar; it's a clever twist on the traditional, a gem that makes San Jose shine a little brighter.“

“Great place. Right by the office. Sorry forgot to take pics. Sushi Roll (the M8trix) was awesome. Buddy got a big chicken sandwich and Caesar salad. Too much to finish and $38 for 2 with tip.

Try it!!

TV's playing all sports.“

“Best Pizza in San Jose! It was tough reading the San Jose Spotlight about the issues on historic building purchases and the lack of transparency during a real estate deal that tanked the Dipsomania, LLC(Parent Company) leading to the demise of the amazing, and wonderful J-Town Pizza Co. The best of the 4 Dipsomania businesses hands down. Your pizza will be missed Jordan.“

“Great place to eat or have some beers , great location as well“

“the best of the best... sin duda“

“They dont really serve food but you can bring your own in. Really fun place. Couple pool tables great service. Most folks I talked to have been coming here for decades, so that's got say something! Great bartenders! Especially the day time guy!

Cash only though. They have an atm on site if needed. Definitely worth it stopping by.“

“O’Malley's Sports Pub has the kind of vibe where you can just kick back and relax. Plenty of TVs, so no matter where you sit you won’t miss a play, and the atmosphere is friendly without being over the top. The drinks are solid, the food hits the spot, and it feels like the kind of place you can hang with friends for hours. Definitely a go-to spot when you want good pub energy without any fuss.“

“Rocking Rod was awesome ton“

“It's such a great place to get food, drinks, and catch games or a fight on TV. The people that work there are very nice and there are outlets to plug in electronics, great wifi, and a sense of privacy if you want it. Overall clean restrooms, and great service! I give them an A+!“

“Highly recommend their Pool tables - been there 4 times now with various friends and it's always a great time with incredible music, atmosphere and $1.50 Pool games!

Also, shoutout to the friendly bartenders who always spark good conversation as well. Will definitely be back on a future weekend!“

“The Greatest Bar in town with the most to do the best TVs and the best people & bartenders“

“Jack's is a hidden gem of a bar. From the outside it looks like your typical dive, but once you enter you'll notice the modern decor, a wide variety of excellent top and mid shelf liquors in a well organized bar shelf, a spacious outdoor patio and a second bar in the back. The service is excellent and the bar staff know how to make solid drinks. Q and Michelle, the bartenders were friendly and awesome. Brian, the manager took care of us and ensured we had a great time! They have a lot of TVs as well to watch games.

Come here if you like a chill spot to have cocktails, beer or watch the game. Lots of friendly local folks in the late afternoon. Dog friendly until 9pm! You can order food at the bar (or QR code), which will be delivered quickly from a neighboring restaurant, J-Town pizza.

Will visit again. 🍻“

“Service, food, ambiance, and everything else. I come here alot. I can not come up with single negative about this. Very classy and delightful environment, very attentive servers, exceptional and very original food.“

“Fast delivery⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“I love Jerseys. My daughter Ariana and I have been coming here for years now. Diane the owner has always been so welcoming to us since day 1. I love her so much and how she treats us passionate and loving Eagle fans in always making us feel so at home there. The cheesesteaks are great and thanks to Issac and Mike for making the magic happen behind the grill as always. I hope they bring Julie back for football Sundays. She was such a sweetheart with a wonderful one of a kind sparkling personality. Infact the entire staff is great and I can’t put it any better than this but what it comes down to is that Sometimes you just wanna go where everybody knows your name. And you feel very welcome all the same. Jerseys will always have a special place in my heart 💚. So come on down and Bleed Green with me with the rest of our BIRDGANG FAMILY. FLY EAGLES FLY AND GO BIRDS! 💚🌻💚“

“Pizza took a little longer than usual to get but other than everything was perfect.“

“Lots of fun, food, huge variety of amenities and beverages…“

“un lugar genial y mágico para vivir los buenos momentos.“

“Amazing. the butter chicken pizza so good so much flavor also had the Desperado pizza very good but butter chicken to die for“

“The experience was great! Be advised that the snack bar closes at 9pm! That was the only drawback!“

“Always great atmosphere electric.“

“We went to this place after our neighbor recommended it. It is your friendly neighborhood bar where everything is inexpensive but people are nice and friendly. They are open until late which is a plus. We loved the tacos and the hot sauce that came with it. They have a pool table and dart board and we loved playing both.“

“mark is an amazing owner, i wish this place was open more often! they have a great selection of games and interactives to enjoy. i personally have not checked out the food menu but the drink selection is good and reasonably priced. always a good time here!“

“What can I say about the Blue Note? This is the best lounge around where you can come relax, drink, and dance your *** off if you want too .. It's a loving family owned business that's been in the area for years .. The staff is GREAT .. Big shout out to the bartenders (Michele and Sharon) who makes the best Cadillac Margaritas ... And one of the best place to throw a party“

“I honestly don’t understand how anyone could leave a bad review here. This place has such a great atmosphere — it’s just impossible to say anything negative about it! The bar is very clean, the vibe is relaxed and welcoming, and the crowd is always interesting. A special thank you to the bartender Marcos— he’s incredibly friendly, attentive, and truly cares about his customers. Much appreciated!“

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

“best place to go for a drink!“

“I can't comment on food because I didn't have any. I was there only during bar hours.The staff is amicable and attentive, always asking how we were doing and advising us on the day specials (which were actual good recommendations and not predatory practices).Even though honest mistakes were made in the charges they were proactive and eager to correct them. Rather than a bad mark that was actually a big plus.I want to see this small business thrive in the community!“