I hate bars like this (past experiences with tiki bars have been less than good; and we're not…read morecollege kids anymore), which is why I've avoided this place consistently over the years. but we finally decided to just do it. I was all-around pleasantly surprised. drinks are great, bartenders are fantastic. adding this one to our list of frequents

We came on a Friday and it was busy. The music was way too loud to hold a conversation and the…read moreservice was really slow. The decoration is nice but the drinks were overpriced and didn't really deliver. Puka Punch ($65): Pretty small bowl for the price and not even that strong. It was mostly ice and is made for 2 to 3 people to share. If you like fruity and refreshing drinks this is the one for you but I wouldn't say it's worth the price. Phoenix Rising ($20): A mezcal based drink with a fire garnish which was a fun touch. It tasted okay but nothing special.

Nice bar Went for the governor watch party and they did a…read moregreat job keeping up with the crowd. Staff were all nice, efficient, and fun. We were there for drinks only - they have an extensive selection, but they could probably increase the wine selection. Would I go back? Yes!

Three Sisters has been a must-hit each time I've been to San Pedro Square. This is the perfect spot…read moreto grab a drink before, or while enjoying your dinner from one of the other food locations at San Pedro Square. There are 10+ bar seats, and a ton of tables varying from 2, 4, 6 and 8+ seats. Their outdoor patio is large, covered, and has heaters. They also have their own bathrooms which are very clean and less busy than the ones in the market. They are first and foremost a whiskey bar, with two full pages of whisk(e)y options, including Bourbon, Rye, Irish, Scotch, Japanese Whisky, and American/Single Malt; they also have a selection of cocktails and other non-whiskey options (tequila, vodka, gin). I'm embarrassed to admit I haven't had any of their whisk(e)ys, but the cocktails I've had were delicious. You order directly from the bar, and the bartenders are friendly and quick! My favorite drink is the Raspberry Hang Glider (Vodka, Lemon, Raspberry Puree, House Syrup) which is light, slightly effervescent, and refreshing! I had this while eating a range of Mexican food (from Loteria Taco Bar) and I loved that it was perfect for sipping between bites of spicy and flavorful food. This cocktail doesn't taste very strong, but it packs a punch-sip slowly and enjoy! My next recommendation is the Limoncello Adjacent (Roots of Ruin Gin, House-made Limoncello, Lemon, Basil Syrup, Soda) which is tart, alcohol-forward, and elevated. This is definitely a pre-meal drink, or as a nightcap; I don't usually like such strong drinks while I eat (too many competing flavors) and the limoncello is on the sweeter side, so I would drink this on its own. If you like a boozy cocktail that hits you quick, definitely try this. Highly recommend stopping by Three Sisters for a drink or two while at San Pedro Square; the vibes are laid-back, elegant, and chill. I've been here with a couple of different groups of girlfriends and everyone leaves with a happy buzz! Cheers! IG: @waitingtoeat

Was early for meeting a friend at San Pedro market so decided to stop for a beer. Liked that the…read morebartender was communicative and let me know how long before she could get to me. It's a little pricey, $11 for 16 oz of beer, but location, location, location. Full bar, gets busy on weekends and sharks games, limited seating, but been around awhile.

This bar is busy inside San Pedro Square, serving both on tap beer and cocktails…read more The line gets long but service moves pretty fast. The cocktails were pretty but I couldn't taste any of the gin or vodka. It was like a drinking sugar water. At almost $20 per drink after tip, you would think there would be at least a full shot in each drink.

I've been here a couple times now and they have both excellent spirit-forward and refreshing…read morecocktails. They sometimes rotate themed menus depending on the holiday. The Bowery has their own menu. There's a bit of a wait to get inside and can get crowded, but it's worth a stop if you find yourself in DTSJ.

The ambience in here is really amazing and it's definitely more of a dark aesthetic vibe. This is a…read moregreat place to go out with your friends and also centrally located in your San Pedro Square so you're able to barhop. There's also the SP parking across so it's 90 minutes of free parking. I definitely recommend coming here and trying a couple of their drinks and you'll for sure have a good time.

Stopped by San Pedro Square Market after getting picked up from the San Jose airport. It has a…read morebunch of different eateries and reminded me a little of Grand Central Market in LA. I was craving homemade pasta, so I stopped at Pasta Fresca and got the chicken parmigiana with homemade penne. I really liked the tomato sauce -- not too sweet, with a nice tart flavor that paired well with the breaded chicken. It was the perfect portion for a quick lunch. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, so it's a nice place to sit and relax for a bit. They also have plenty of tables that would be great for studying, computer work, or just reading. Enjoy!

I love this place! Used to come a lot when I was working...like 9 years ago....eeek. Don't worry…read moreplanning to head back into adulting and to work....booo and yea for the paycheck....IPA talking. Let's say always a good time and service.

Came on a SJ Sharks game night looking for a drink and food. This place was very busy but I was…read moreable to order food and drink at the bar right away. The bartender made my drink fast and told me he would bring my food out to me. They have lots of indoor seating and outdoor seating. The vibe is somewhat western and lots of wood finishing. The bathrooms were clean and handicapped accessible. My food came out fast and the fries were delicious. I liked the aioli that came with the fries. I thought the sandwich was pretty good too. I would definitely come back here because the service was fast and the food was good.

So just giving some context, I did visit with a buddy on a Thursday evening…read more It was opening seating and the place was packed and the only spot we could find was seating out front (which I was fine with). The guy at the door gave us menus and said a server would be with us shortly. It was a while before a server ever came out to us and required us asking the door man again for a server. The server seemed in a rush, which I somewhat get but seemed to want to cut us off after every item we ordered (I ordered food and she immediately went "is that it for you guys" and my buddy hadn't ordered food yet.) Food came out and I was severely disappointed by the portion sizes of the brisket and had I known I would've ordered something else. I also noticed the menu online and the physical menus there were different (ie. online says the plate comes with two sides menu there says one side, menu there has chicken, online doesn't). To end it off, my buddy asked for a box, and the waitress dropped off the bill for us to sign and she just walked off and we couldn't find her so my buddy had to go inside to the bar to get a box. Overall decent environment, but service and food was not worth the price

Food 4/5 Service 4/5…read moreAmbiance 4/5 I love the happy hour menu here from 4:30 to 5:30 daily. HH Cocktails drinks and food are delicious, well crafted and decent size too. I would definitely be coming back for dinner too with friends and family.

We searched for "steak", downtown on Yelp, for our Christmas get together and this popped up and…read morehad the highest ratings. When I walked in, it wasn't exactly what I had imagined, smelling and looking more like a bar than a restaurant but I gave it a chance. Our table ordered the truffles fries, which didnt have any truffle in it, but was still good. How can you go wrong with fries right? It came with this unique mayo sauce that was good. We also got the mac and cheese and it had a nice toasted bread crumb on top. The entire bar smelled like buffalo wings, so we had to get that and it was also pretty good, but its bar food so not much effort there. We ended up ordering the rib-eye, which was $65, a bit pricey. It came with a pesto mashed potato, which was a nice addition, with a side of mixed green beans. The steak itself was just okay though, I'd give it a 5/10. Service was great. Our waitress remembered all our orders without writing it down and the bartenders were nice and friendly.

I'm not much of a beer drinker and wanted something that tasted good, not something that'll just…read moreget me drunk since I wanted to be functional. The bartender was really helpful and made a recommendation that helped my decision. I was here to watch some soccer. I was constantly being checked on by staff. They were very pleasant. I didn't know this spot had food until I was on my way out. I have to try the food next time!

O'Flaherty's in San Pedro Square is usually a great place to hang out, grab a few drinks, and get…read moregood food. However, the current karaoke setup leaves a lot to be desired. seasonal vibes are ruined by the host. The KJ seems far more into himself than supporting the participants. He came off as extremely arrogant, self-absorbed, and off-putting, which completely ruined the atmosphere. Karaoke should be about the crowd having a good time, not a solo ego trip for the person running the mic. It's disappointing because the pub itself is fantastic, but after this experience, I don't think I'll ever participate in karaoke here again.

Great spot in the heart of downtown San Jose. I had time to kill before my flight out of town and…read morestopped by for a few hours and some dinner. About two dozen pinball machines in the back with a handful of video games in the front. Full bar and grab and go style food to be eaten in the facility. I ordered up one of the burger selections with fries. My bartender was quick to inform me of what the happenings were and I ordered up a local beer and a whisky chaser. I hope to come back and check out the pinball tournaments.

My first time at Mini Boss since turning 21, and it did not disappoint! My friends brought me here…read moreto start the night, and we each got a cocktail. I totally forgot the names, but the one I ordered had mint in it and was definitely strong! As someone who doesn't drink very often, it definitely hit me pretty quickly, but it was really good and not overly sweet. My friend ordered the drink with the flower garnish, which was a piña colada. It was sweet, refreshing, and super enjoyable. The ambiance was such a vibe, and the staff were amazing. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and consistently checked on us while we were at the bar. Even after we sat down, I noticed several employees walking around collecting empty glasses and keeping everything tidy, which is something you don't see everywhere and really stood out to me. Overall, it was a great experience with chill bar vibes, great drinks, and excellent service. I'll definitely be coming back next time I'm looking for a fun and relaxed night out.

Me and my co worker did the happy hour in the front which is Still OG…read more This place is for those that dig the vinyl era because they play the albums and place the cover in front of the turntable. The drinks are named after actual songs which is which is cool. I really enjoyed the So fresh So clean which was refreshing and not so sweet. Each drink is made with fresh ingredients. Their food menu is small but still has enough to choose from to snack on. The bartenders are knowledgeable about the drinks they serve and willing to help you pick the best drink for your taste. We did not get a chance to try the Alter Ego which is behind the curtain but next time.

Wow, I don't think I've written a review of a bar/lounge in like 10 years lol. Aging + having a kid…read morewill do that to you. Anyway, I met up with some friends here last weekend and we had a reservation at Alter Ego. I guess it's technically 2 places with Still OG. I have to say, I have really fond memories of Original Gravity from back in the day (ah, the days of my youth...) so it's nice that it's still sort of around though.. technically completely different since there's no more craft beer or duck fat fries lol. We hung out at our table for the whole night, like 4 hours. We all ordered cocktails off the menu and later on ordered some stuff off the menu based on the bartender's suggestion. I first ordered a Calabrian Spritz from the menu which hit the spot for me. Personally, I am not a hard alcohol fan but I enjoy wine and fun lil cocktails that are slightly sweet/not super strong lol. So this drink was nice because it wasn't too sweet and had a lot of volume (I like just sipping on stuff in general and it sucks when you order a cocktail that's like 3 sips of liquid and the rest is ice). The next cocktail I ordered was off the menu and called Like This or That (I think). I think it was some sort of passionfruit + vodka mix and very delicious! We also ordered the cold soba noodles and fries. Fries were crinkle cut and nicely crispy, no complaints. Soba noodles were also good, though some component of it was really spicy, I think the cucumbers. Overall I had a good time here and look forward to coming back, though given how little I go out, who knows when that will be haha.