Great place to go grab some serious drinks and be able to actually have a conversation with your friends, and often with new friendly people that you meet there; while listening to either their DJ, life music at times, or playlists. They make killer martinis and the waiters there are really friendly. Always the place to go to watch the fights and any sport game FOR FREE. Great parking and YES very very clean bathrooms!!!! I personally love the fact that you can either party and drink, or just relax and enjoy a killer martini, or even play beer pong if your up to it. It's a little bit of everything. Go check it out.... they now have Punk nite on wednesdays, Ladies martini nite on saturdays and drink specials all week!!!! read more

3 Stars Met up w/ my gf and a few friends here and I was surprised how packed it was. I saw 2 different groups of my friends there.......guess everyone's been keeping this place a secret from me. The music was pretty good.....mostly top 40 from the early 90's. Crowd seemed cool.....really diverse mix of people too....all getting along. Two things I didn't like: 1. the drinks were really sweet......I felt like I was getting a cavity w/ each sip 2. it was so crowded that a few times, while I was walking thru.....I got stuck between two people that smelled pretty bad! hahahah I felt helpless....like a caged animal, but snaked my way out of it! I'll probably be back again.......... didn't see any beerpong tables though, maybe they were cleared out to make more room, or maybe they keep them outside on the patio. read more

The epitome of a neighborhood bar. The place where everyone, in fact, knows your name. Charlie is, quite possibly, the best bartender in San Jose. Of course, you also can't go wrong with Jordan, Travis, Tanisha, Aimee, Rina, or Matt. Drinks are stiff, and the usual cast of characters (regulars) are bound to offer up some good conversation and banter. Word of warning: beware of the Jack (Daniels shots)! The fact that they offer Cheesesteaks for lunch and Jamaican BBQ on the weekends in icing on the cake. The local artwork the adorns the walls adds a nice touch. read more

I'm at Jack's right now. Cool spot. I'm here by myself because that's how it goes for me sometimes, but I'm still enjoying myself. Had a few Jack and cokes (6 each) and they were strong drinks poured by friendly bartenders. DJ is good, mix between 90's hip hop and current stuff. Caribbean food on the back patio is cheap and bomb. Lots of pretty girls in their mid to upper 20s, and sports on the tvs. Will be back. If you get a longneck the bartender will flip off the cap and slap-shot it at the other bartender in mid-air. Fairly entertaining to watch. read more

Jacks is awesome I had a great time haha the bar tender was crazy. I walked over here on Friday I met some people who were from the area and it was a chill atmosphere read more

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I usually only come here on Monday nights for the Reggae Nights....I love the PBR tall cans for like 5 bucks i think...Anyways its a nice mixed crowd of neighborhood people n im sure a few who drive a bit to get there. Service is ok/good. Music n people great on Mondays for sure. I love the fact they have food here also Weinerschnitzel is next door as well as a Fosters Freeze too. I always have a great time here and have money left over for food at the end of the night too. read more

Who knew this bar could get so crazy!? Sometimes they have a dj set up his decks in the corner by the door. Too bad it's a tight space, he played good music. I don't think the bartender knows how to make a Rob Roy, but what she handed me was twice the size of a regular RR, and only $2. I'll take it! The other bartender is also great. He did a silverback shot with us, and lit the bar on fire. It was kind of a waste of 151 and almost got out of control, but super fun. All of this happened on a Monday night by the way. Imagine how it gets on the weekends! read more

Really laid back bar with complimentary goldfish or pretzel bowls for drunkin munching. We went to the bar on a tuesday to celebrate a friends birthday and all was well until the music was turned off and Sons of Anarchy was blaring through the speakers and was displayed on all tv sets. There were two bar patrons who were actually watching, but no one else. Total dislike! The rest of the patrons just looked at each other like " WTF" why don't these folks just DVR it or go home. Only downside we've experienced read more

I have only been here in the afternoons so no comment on the nightlife but have always found the bartenders to be delightful and the patrons are such characters I almost feel like I am being punked. Additional props for clean bathroom and good booze selection. read more

Matthew the bartender is awesome! Most of the bartenders here are quick and attentive. For a place that's supposedly marketed as a dive, it has a lot of upscale liquors, beers, etc. too there's a jukebox where you can select 6 or more songs at once (great for coming with friends!). they have goldfish and sustenance. restrooms are clean for a bar. patrons are overall friendly although you get some creepers...i.e. this old man gave me a kissy face across the bar but he was quickly kicked out. this place is also within walking distance from my house so yay for Jack's!! also this place literally saved Halloween night when my fiance, roommate and I had to walk from downtown SJ to Jack's after many failed Uber rides read more

Yes! It's great. Enough people already know so don't go there. But if you do go, tip well, and play god music on the jukebox. If you go, tell Tanisha I said Hi. She's the best bartender anywhere. read more

Not only do they have awesome beer on tap....good music and paintings....BUT THEY ARE PROUD SUPPORTERS of the SILICON VALLEY ROLLER GIRLS. Check out the poster of SVRG on their wall. This has been the only place I can order a PABST on tap or even a tall can that's ice cold. So much fun and the staff are cool! Where else can I drink a pabst on tap while watching Godzilla vs Mothra on the plasma TVs? read more

awesome bar.... Bartender is good. DJ on Fridays is GREAT!!!!! Bar back spilled liquid on my feet, and didnt apologize.... read more

Jacks Bar & Lounge the best place to chill and relax. The vibe here is super cool. Enough space to sit. They even have a back patio. The bouncers super cool. The drinks are a fair price. The bartender lady, Rina is super super nice,polite and very attentive, She goes above and beyond her customer service, I gave her a good tip because she derserves it. I will come back here again. Thanks again Rina for your great service =) read more

Cozy little dive bar in Japantown. Super friendly bar tenders, why would you go anywhere else for a drink? They offer free nachos, salsa and cheese and hot dogs on football Sundays. They open early on Saturday and Sundays. read more

Small nice club. But there are no other clubs near by so if you want to hop clubs then no a good neighborhood. Yesterday was my first time, I went there, played beer pong with random strangers. The crowd was fun and people are nice. Met with cute lady Rebecca; she is a lawyer. So you can tell how are the crowed. Pretty decent and late 20s. read more

Only come here when our friends spin. Otherwise place is pretty small and can get very packed. Only like 4 or 5 tables with stools. One good thing is that it's near a Wienerschnitzel! :) read more

I totally love this place. It's got chill staff, the place is always super clean and the crowd is always cool; as in not completely rude and pretentious a-holes. You're fine heading over there looking hot and you're fine wearing t-shirt & jeans. They made the best pomegranite margaritas, have Blue Moon on tap, and a beer pong table in the back. (not that I play but it's good nostalgia) As others listed, they've got killer artwork all down the main wall and have a DJ on Fri/Sat. Personally, I hate the DJ nights because they insist on playing the music WAY WAY WAY too loud and its impossible to have a conversation -that aside, the DJ music is always good, eclectic, and unexpected. What's best, Weinerschnitzel right next door & 3 blocks from my apt complex. What could be better!? read more

Found this place because on the 3rd Sundays of the month it is Dog Days at Jacks, and you can bring your pooch! When we walked in with our 2 dachshunds they were the only dogs in the joint, but we verified that it was Dog day and it was. So if you are not a dive person don't let the "dog day" thing keep you away. Not sure how many dogs actually come in. Ours were the only ones there all day. It is not quite as dive-y as I was expecting. Nice and clean with decent bathrooms and outdoor seating in the back. There are a couple of TV's in the place with whatever the sport of the day on. The drinks are cheap and made right...strong! Not much seating, so be prepared to stand, or to share a table. Good way to make some new friends. Overall a great time. I'm always looking for new activities to do with my pups. Whenever I can throw back a few and have my puppies there is a good day! read more

Another koo place to hang out and chug a couple of beers. Out of the hectic downtownisms, thats always a plus. Right next to Wienerschnitzels for those that want to grub a bit. read more

Great experience. Ordered steak sandwich and jalapeño poppers to share. Excellent flavor and presentation for eating in the bar. Staff super friendly, fast service, great environment. We will be back! read more

We finished our Hawaiian dinner in downtown San Jose and we were in the market for some dessert, or maybe just a drink. Nothing elaborate or expensive, just a drink, at a bar. Jack's answers the call. Came on a weeknight so it wasn't super crowded, only one bartender. Ordered two white russians and mentioned that I'd once tried espresso vodka one time, so he hooked it up with the Patrón XO Cafe coffee liqueur (unfortunately not as sweet as Kahlua, but stiff as a board!) Fun to hear some lesser known hip hop and watch Sin City on their TV, only wish I had come at a time when the outdoor area was open so I could've cornholed....next time. read more

About 5 months ago, I was expecting something different coming from the Mid- west. Today, I'm glad I walked in this place. The people are quite friendly, the drinks are decently priced, generously topped, and great place to watch your local sports. Though I'm a raider fan; Jordan, Charlie, Matt, and Rene make me feel at home! This is officially my favorite local bar. Great job guys! read more

What a fun place and a great crowd! Our friends were living close to Jack's a couple of years ago so we had to try it out on our visit. It happened to be Halloween during our stay in San Jose, and that added to the fun. Thank you Jack's! http://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=170383394676&set=a.170377774676.125423.522954676&pid=3096549&id=522954676 read more

Love this place. Great bartenders, great people and great management. I live out of town but make sure this place is my first stop when I come to San Jose. Cheers!! Travis is a riot... read more

Dope spot, I caught a drink during my work trip and they had a plenty of TVs. They showed the Champions League soccer game no issues and the bartender was a very cool woman I didn't catch her name but her vibes were awesome. read more

Jack's Bar is a great little dive in the Japan town neighborhood. Definitely a four star dive! I am not sure if it has always been called "Jack's Bar", but this bar has been a neighborhood landmark for as long as I can remember. Back in the day, it seemed to attract more of a biker scene, but the crowd is pretty diverse these days. Totally a drama free zone. You can find nerds, cholos, hipsters, gay, straight, whatever laughing, drinking, and grooving together. This is MAN Jose, so the crowd is 90% dudes, which can be overwhelming since the space is so small. All those dudes getting crunk in that tiny space can get stanky at times! The good news is that the ladies room is always super clean, and the staff does a terrific job of making sure that tables are free of empty glasses. The bartenders are always quick to take your drink order, and do it with a smile. Saturday nights are always a good time! read more

It's Thursday morning (it's past noon actually). I'm inside out and upside down. Sweet Tea Lemonades are sneaky little bastards.

So does this place pop on a Monday night? I'm in town from Los Angeles and want to enjoy a brew

Came here with my boyfriend to celebrate a friend's birthday. Did I have a great time? As a matter of fact, I did. I was surrounded by great company so it's expected of me to have a great time. The reason why I'm giving Jack's 1 star is because: 1. After our first drink transaction, we asked the bartender to close our tab. The bartender then left to help another patron and forgot to return our credit card. After searching and having thought we lost our credit card, we asked the female bartender if they had it. To our surprise,they did. Not thinking much of it, and happy that we found it, we decided to purchase another round. 2. While checking our credit card statements, we notice a discrepancy with the amounts charged. Transaction #1 had an additional $10 tip added to what we originally added. Transaction #2 was also overcharged. I was a server for over 8 years and I understand mistakes can happen. My grip about this is that it did not happen once, but twice. From what I know, tips for drinks are at least $1 per drink. This was obviously not the case. This was not a matter of an additional dollar but an actual deliberate attempt to cheat the system and make more money. Outraged by what had happened, I contacted the establishment to speak to the owner. My luck, the owner was out of town. Next thing you know, I was advised to come in to speak with the second in command while the owner's out. To my surprise, the guy who was left in charge was the guy who's name is on both of the tabs. So instead of talking to him, I will be waiting for the owner to return to speak with him myself. I will not be making a return trip. read more

If you call this place a dive bar, just... just stop. Just because a place isn't huge, filled with assholes, and has dumb theme nights, does not make a dive. Also, pretty sure I've never seen Ballast Point Grapefruit at a goddamned dive. This is a bar. Just a bar. Great (and appropriately abridged) tap list that the owner takes pride in updating via social media (which beer douches such as myself appreciate), quality service, daytime regulars, and a fairly robust booze selection. It's small, yes. Want a good spot to have a drink with friends? This spots perfect. read more

Hmm, yea... Not my cup of tea- or tequilla rather, if you want to get specific. I ended up in this little hole after watching The Sac City Roller Girls compete against the SVRG. The atmosphere was just about right for the crowd (I think I was the only one sans ink), but I just didn't like it. It was small, stinky, and FREEZING COLD! read more

Chill Spot, There are some haters if you have never been before, but there soft so no worries, If you take your Harley even more Haters if you didnt drop 10k in it and mad hating by Ricers. read more

I like it..small, clean, not to loud and the hot dog was off the hook..had some mustard and a few grilled onions on top..I was set..yes, they were out of pretzels but I was hooked up on some gold fish and a really well poured Jack...zero complaints..if you are in town, do it! read more

Glad to see there are so many positive reviews about this bar. Probably the closest thing to a SF bar in the south bay. Crowd is generally very friendly, bar staff is awesome and drinks are stiff. OK - let's address what the critical reviewers said. Bad Music - not the case - not a dancer and I would say that Jacks probably has some of the most danceable music in the south bay. I would describe it as old school rap/R&B and soul - good stuff. I would look at the poor reviews and see where their music tastes lie - this is not a dance club/techno scene Expensive - $8 a hard liquor drink - ok.. is that expensive? Crowded - never a line and you can still get drinks at the bar - really the only 2 things that I can think would make a crowded bar bad (unless the bathroom is crowded - and I havent had that issue there either) Parking - uh.. there is no lot but there is street parking or you can park at the happi house accross the street. That lot was packed last night and you could still find a parking spot on the street less then 250meters away. Location - it is where it is.. if you want other bars in the area there are none. If you like cops and bad parking go downtown.... so if we put that aside and follow the other reviews what could be wrong with this place? Not much.... The owner, Jordan, is awesome! OK, why not 5 stars - well, trying to think about how to write this, although the crowd is generally friendly I can say that in over 15 visits that i have yet to see an attractive person in the bar....besides the hottie female bartender and I guess the 6 rollergirls dancing on the bar (ok girls i'll give you that but I have only seen you there once).. I have numerous single male and female friends (like 5 now) that will not go there with me because of this (shallow crowd). SO based on the location understand that you are going to Jacks as a destination and might want to go home alone. read more

Calls itself a soccer bar but only one tv was on the Cali Classico. Not a Quakes bar. Go elsewhere for important games.

Wish i could say this is my favorite neighborhood bar but i must say, aside from a good choice of beers and great DJ's, the customer service here is offensive. On multiple occasions i've gone in and the bartenders were rude, and drunk. I've gone in several times and the same experience every time. I've given up on this place and making the 15 min walk to the downtown watering holes. read more

I want to like Jack's - it's close and there aren't that many bars located in - or within walking distance to - Japantown. But, I can't. I don't care that the place is dingy and dank - I kinda dig that - but the bartenders are a 4 outta 10 on a good day when they're not loaded. PLUS, there's no guarantee that the back patio - a simple slab of concrete - will be 'open' and allow you to breath fresh air while you drink. It could be my favorite dive joint. But, it just isn't because the requisite delivery of the bare minimum is too hit-or-miss. How hard is it to serve a beer? read more

Typical hole in the wall dive bar. Cheap drinks, friendly staff, cool juke box. They let us bring our dog in and even got him a water bowl. read more

Gotta say this place is pretty friggin cool. After moving back from LA I've had a hard time finding good dive bars in this area that have a good crowd and bartenders that swear like sailors. This place made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Good job Jack's read more