Excellent selection. Rotating taps, but never fails to have something I like. Food is also quite good.
Andria
Great people, great service, great time.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Bryant Coleman
I showed up on 12/6/2024 at 11:15 pm on a Friday night and the taps were already cleaned and last call had been made. Which means that they called last call on a Friday at 11pm 1 hour before they were supposed to be closed and I was asked to leave because they said they can't server me because they are closed. I got off a plane and rushed there only to be turned away. This is so disappointing if your going to close at 11 pm that's fine but don't put online your open till 12 if your going to waste my time and gas.
Sara Slattery
Wonderful neighborhood hangout
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phil Gill
this is just a brilliant bar. We were on a trip to san jose recently for two nights and loved this bar so much we went back a second night. Different bar person each night but they were both top of their game, excellent bar people. The beers are excellent, a nice selection with brilliant options in the fridge also.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: IPA 16oz
Michael Gayle
Gave the bartender my card because he said he messed up the computer and would fix it. Then he tapped the card and handed it back. I didn’t think anything of it until today when my credit card company asked me if I left a 100% tip. Last time I let a drunk bar tender handle my card. Came in the evening of 10/9. It’s a shame, the beer was really good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Tammy Truher
Taplands is a great pub. We go there to watch Bay FC soccer games because they host Watch Parties. The bartenders and Manager are so nice and helpful, it's a breath of fresh air compared to so many bars/pubs around here. There is a covered patio out in front with picnic tables and a TV screen and inside there are some tables that seat 4-6, a tall counter w/ stools, 2 sofas, and the bar. I highly recommend Taplands, especially for Bay FC Watch Parties!
Vegetarian options: There are quite a few things that are suitable for vegetarians, from burrata & tomato small plate, homemade chips & French onion dip, salads, and kids grilled cheese. (There are probably more but that's what we ate so that's what I remember.)
Parking: We've always had an easy time finding parking, either on the street or in the parking lot.
Wheelchair accessibility: There are 2 tables just inside the door that will accommodate wheelchairs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: IPA 16oz
Marco Innocenti
Excellent spot for drinks and bites. Light on vegetarian options but the burrata tomato starter is fantastic. Haven’t had sandwiches but they look great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Louis Rodriques
Excellent beer and food. Nice, helpful staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: IPA 16oz
Peter Delucchi
I love Taplands and I can't believe it's taken me this long to get around to writing a review for them. I'm sitting in Chicago right now and all I can think about is my hometown Santa Clara tap room, Taplands. Bars, breweries, brew pubs, and tap rooms surround me, and it's Taplands on my mind.
My uncle introduced me to the place. He used to go every Saturday morning, at 11:00 A.M. on the dot, right after he'd grabbed his mail from the Post Office in Franklin Square and finished shopping at the nearby Santa Clara Farmer's Market. Once they kicked the doors opened, my uncle had his favorite stool, and without a word, the bartenders, *any* of them, knew exactly which, of their various 25 taps, to pour him. He'd mingle with everyone and sometimes meet Bob for lunch, when the two of them would split a panini sandwich and buy one extra bag of chips, so they could each get their own bag and the proper amount of salt to go with those delicious beers.
Eventually my uncle had to let me know about his special watering hole, and I am so glad he did as I, too, enjoyed many a visit to Taplands. Things I have seen there: * locals * regulars * SCU students * other clientele * brewery 'takeover' events * the owner dressed as a Christmas elf * TVs * rotating tap menu of choice local, independent breweries * knowledgeable, friendly staff * good snack menu * so much more
I will be back soon. Next time I'm there, I'm buying a round for the house, to honor my uncle. Better hold me to it!
Great beers and food in a locally owned brewery. This is a great place to stop after having meetings in the Silicon Valley. They have a great service and local atmosphere. They have a huge variety of local beers and ciders.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karen McDaniel
Casual friendly neighborhood hangout with outdoor seating.
Michael O'Bleness
Trivia night was fun.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Joe Oliver
What a great place! I was traveling in the area on business and stopped in for a few beers. I met the owner Matt. What an amazing guy. Truly passionate about his craft; sharing craft beers with the world. Matt was super friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable.It was clear within a few minutes why there were a host of "regulars" present as well as a mix of folks pre-gaming for the Sharks, and other passersby. Whenever my travels take me back to this area I will be sure to visit. If you're reading this....go see for yourself and enjoy a taste from their diverse offering of beer.
Excellent selection. Rotating taps, but never fails to have something I like. Food is also quite good.
Great people, great service, great time.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I showed up on 12/6/2024 at 11:15 pm on a Friday night and the taps were already cleaned and last call had been made. Which means that they called last call on a Friday at 11pm 1 hour before they were supposed to be closed and I was asked to leave because they said they can't server me because they are closed. I got off a plane and rushed there only to be turned away. This is so disappointing if your going to close at 11 pm that's fine but don't put online your open till 12 if your going to waste my time and gas.
Wonderful neighborhood hangout
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
this is just a brilliant bar. We were on a trip to san jose recently for two nights and loved this bar so much we went back a second night. Different bar person each night but they were both top of their game, excellent bar people. The beers are excellent, a nice selection with brilliant options in the fridge also.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: IPA 16oz
Gave the bartender my card because he said he messed up the computer and would fix it. Then he tapped the card and handed it back. I didn’t think anything of it until today when my credit card company asked me if I left a 100% tip. Last time I let a drunk bar tender handle my card. Came in the evening of 10/9. It’s a shame, the beer was really good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Taplands is a great pub. We go there to watch Bay FC soccer games because they host Watch Parties. The bartenders and Manager are so nice and helpful, it's a breath of fresh air compared to so many bars/pubs around here. There is a covered patio out in front with picnic tables and a TV screen and inside there are some tables that seat 4-6, a tall counter w/ stools, 2 sofas, and the bar. I highly recommend Taplands, especially for Bay FC Watch Parties!
Vegetarian options: There are quite a few things that are suitable for vegetarians, from burrata & tomato small plate, homemade chips & French onion dip, salads, and kids grilled cheese. (There are probably more but that's what we ate so that's what I remember.)
Parking: We've always had an easy time finding parking, either on the street or in the parking lot.
Wheelchair accessibility: There are 2 tables just inside the door that will accommodate wheelchairs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: IPA 16oz
Excellent spot for drinks and bites. Light on vegetarian options but the burrata tomato starter is fantastic. Haven’t had sandwiches but they look great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent beer and food. Nice, helpful staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: IPA 16oz
I love Taplands and I can't believe it's taken me this long to get around to writing a review for them. I'm sitting in Chicago right now and all I can think about is my hometown Santa Clara tap room, Taplands. Bars, breweries, brew pubs, and tap rooms surround me, and it's Taplands on my mind.
My uncle introduced me to the place. He used to go every Saturday morning, at 11:00 A.M. on the dot, right after he'd grabbed his mail from the Post Office in Franklin Square and finished shopping at the nearby Santa Clara Farmer's Market. Once they kicked the doors opened, my uncle had his favorite stool, and without a word, the bartenders, *any* of them, knew exactly which, of their various 25 taps, to pour him. He'd mingle with everyone and sometimes meet Bob for lunch, when the two of them would split a panini sandwich and buy one extra bag of chips, so they could each get their own bag and the proper amount of salt to go with those delicious beers.
Eventually my uncle had to let me know about his special watering hole, and I am so glad he did as I, too, enjoyed many a visit to Taplands. Things I have seen there:
* locals
* regulars
* SCU students
* other clientele
* brewery 'takeover' events
* the owner dressed as a Christmas elf
* TVs
* rotating tap menu of choice local, independent breweries
* knowledgeable, friendly staff
* good snack menu
* so much more
I will be back soon. Next time I'm there, I'm buying a round for the house, to honor my uncle. Better hold me to it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great beers and food in a locally owned brewery. This is a great place to stop after having meetings in the Silicon Valley. They have a great service and local atmosphere. They have a huge variety of local beers and ciders.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Casual friendly neighborhood hangout with outdoor seating.
Trivia night was fun.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
What a great place! I was traveling in the area on business and stopped in for a few beers. I met the owner Matt. What an amazing guy. Truly passionate about his craft; sharing craft beers with the world. Matt was super friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable.It was clear within a few minutes why there were a host of "regulars" present as well as a mix of folks pre-gaming for the Sharks, and other passersby. Whenever my travels take me back to this area I will be sure to visit. If you're reading this....go see for yourself and enjoy a taste from their diverse offering of beer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Egg
Taplands Hazy was wonderful!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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