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    Paper Plane

    4.1 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Rona S.

    One of my favorite whiskey bars. Like all other bars in down town San Jose, this place gets really packed on the weekends. I have gone earlier around 6pm and usually it isn't too bad. Food and drinks are good. I love the Whiskey wall and the fun Whiskey cocktails. I also like that they have a chart that tells you what the flavor profile of each cocktail is. Overall cool place to bring friends or people visiting who likes Whiskey.

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    Angela C.

    Another great bar in the San Jose cocktail scene. They have great drinks on the regular some of which have an Asian influence. The bar menu here is also great and the koji fried chicken is a must try. They are super addicting and go great with the drinks. A must try at Paper Plane is the Ring of Fire, which is like a whiskey sour with extra depth of complexity. It's also awesome to visit during Christmas time when they have the Miracle pop up. They go hard with the Christmas decorations and the drinks are pretty good! Most of pop-up drinks are on the sweeter side though. Love this bar, must try if you're in the area.

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    Christina L.

    Super festive and lots of decorations for the holidays! This bar is partners with the holiday pop ups. If you bring a bag, security does check your bag when you leave. Saturday around 6:30pm, not too busy, but waited a couple minutes to get a table. Unfortunately No happy hour during the Christmas holiday. The burger with truffle fries ($26) was pretty delicious. Truffle fries is must, literally order a separate order ($12), everyone in the group kept eating it. Going to the drinks, holiday them drinks are $18 each, comes in a cute cup and yes the cups are available for purchase. Tried the Rudolph replacement which was okay, it has vodka, coffee liqueur, chai, almond milk, orange, and a few other things. Fun environment, they even have Mrs. Claus telling jokes, an definitely will check out this place once holiday season is over too.

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    Kristina K.

    Always a fun bar, but definitely a must during this time of year. The decorations are just so incredible, the attention to detail is amazing, everything is wrapped tinseled and Santa-fied. The drinks are in festive cups and the food is just soooo good!!! Cheeseburger & truffle fries were delish. My favorite drink was the Yippe Kay Yay MF (in Santa cup) , my second favorite was the Rudolf coffee drink (Dino cup). It gets super busy and there will be a line the later you go, but definitely worth it. Drinks are $17.50 each.

    Diego B.

    Nice environment, with low light and spacious floor. Large, medium and small tables as well as the bar sitting. Plenty of different options for different group sizes. Staff was courteous and helpful. Big props for their drink chart in the menu! Wonderful help in deciding what to have. Overall, nice spot for some drinks! Make sure to get in before 7pm, so you can partake on some of the special happy hour deals. PS: It's a bar, ID is REQUIRED.

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    Katelynn V.

    $19.99 prime rib dinner every Tuesday?!!! Had to come try and see if it was legit and if it even taste good. But keep in mind you have to order a cocktail to get the 20 bucks prime rib. Total with the cocktail came out to be around 40-45 bucks a person each after taxes and tip. Yall it was good afffff ! I also did not eat a lot during the day while I was at work so I could savor this even more. It was busy on a Tuesday night and after you order you have to find a table. Luckily for us we found one within 5 minutes. Also they don't ask you how you like your prime rib cooked and I also forget to tell them. The prime rib was so good and the meat was tender and a good chewy. There was some fat pieces that I had to spit out. The mash potatoes with that corn cheese thing were both so good. I have no idea what the sauces are but they added a nice touch. I would have gave this 5 stars if there were some greens like asparagus. My cocktail was also good but I forgot the name. I would totally come here again for the prime rib.

    Evan W.

    Paper Plane!! the fairly popular bar in DTSJ! I went during christmas week and my gosh was the interior beautiful! It was so beautifully decorated, a lot of thought had been put in. The drinks were all beautifully crafted too! It was super super busy. The demographic was mostly older folks (not young adults). Also a bit noisy inside. Drinks were served extremelyyyy slow and our bartender also messed up our order; also they were a bit rude. I won't criticize the too harshly though, the holiday mayhem gets to everyone. Would def come back!

    Alex M.

    Overall: B // 4 stars Lively bar with lots of seating and ambience for happy hour or after work discussion, which I could definitely see the appeal, but is not of personal taste. Nevertheless, I like the convenience as it is quite easy to get in whether standing room (spaciously) or finding a table or a booth. This bar offers lots to eat and drink, and I particularly like their axes of flavors from refreshing and comforting to adventurous and spirit-forward to help pick a drink of your liking. Their menu is also well designed, elevating familiar drinks with subtle flavor additions or changes to help nudge a difference without overplaying outside their audience. I had the skytree highball, which nodded to the Japanese flavors of yuzu, whilest keeping it classic. Food: E Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +2 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

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    Maureen D.

    I came here for their prime rib dinner on tuesdays, and it did not disappoint. I thought this was just a bar, but honestly such a good place to eat as well. the service was amazing and everyone was friendly. it gets pretty packed but over the vibe is nice. the food was great, nothing bad to say cause I had such a great experience. will be back for more!

    Hailing W.

    纸飞机的酒单虽没什么新意,但稍加修饰的基础款已经可以满足简单小酌的需求,找座-吧台点单,把自己扔在这喧嚣里,桌距合理,客流量不算大,室内也宽敞,相比于隔壁略精致的模式,这里更为自由,而且服务员好勤快,收空杯、擦桌子,在干爽整洁的环境里会不自觉地想要多喝几杯 ..... 3 Gatos Pijamas Espolon Blanco Tequila 蓝色韦伯龙舌兰|Bergamont 香柠檬|Ginger 生姜|Honey 蜂蜜|Lemon 黄柠檬|Thai Spice Bitters 泰式香料苦精|Firewater Tincture 辣味火酊苦精 就差那么一丢丢,只有初入口时感觉到了比较强烈的酒精味,基本是摇进去了!先酸甜,辣紧随其后,在舌尖与喉咙稍作停留,整体平衡,不错喝~ ..... 7 Gleaming the Cubes Wheatley Vodka 惠特利伏特加|Choya Umeshu 俏雅梅酒|Cherry 樱桃|Elderflower Tonic 接骨木汤力水 有层次的机打酸甜气泡水,果汁甜配上梅酒的发酵酸,会不自觉地分泌些唾液,一直很爱Fever-Tree的汤力水,气泡感足,刺激着舌尖,最后以樱桃那独特的药味结束 ..... 13 Spill the Tea Toki Japanese Whisky 三得利【季】调和威士忌|Honeydew 白兰瓜汁|Sencha 日式煎茶|Simple 单糖浆 平淡的蜜瓜绿茶,鲜榨果汁清甜,日威柔和,味道稍显苍白,隐约的辣感只体现在了喉咙口 ..... Prime Rib Dinner 每周二只要下单鸡尾酒,就能得到一份19.99的低温慢烤牛肋排,虽然出餐飞速,质感却比想象中要好许多,讲真,买不了吃亏,买不了上当 肋排用的是原切真肉,有肥有瘦有肉筋有牛香,紧实、不油腻,带着块状的土豆泥奶香十足,撒了些芝士碎的甜玉米奶油浓汤好吃,加了芥末的沙拉酱更是清新

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    Scott F.

    3% credit card fee. I stopped by for Negroni Week 2025: - 3.5/5: Sunrise Negroni. Light and refreshing. Very floral, delicate and aromatic with the Singani 63. - 3.0: Shogroni: It has a heavy sweet cinnamon note, and not much alcoholic backbone. The flavor is too generic sweet/bitter. On the regular cocktail menu: - 3.0/5: The Summer 93' is an OK boozy ice cream soda: Gin, Madeira, Cantaloupe, Lemon, Saline, Soda, Vanilla Ice Cream. For food: - 4.4: brussels sprouts tacos are good. - 3.0: Shrimp tacos are OK. But the hot sauce is a bit too hot, and masks the flavors of cocktails.

    Incynthia T.

    I used to frequent this spot when I was in college but avoided it as I got older because it was such a crowded place and I've become introverted. It was a nice surprise to be taken here for date night and it reminded me how good this place was. Love the friendly staff and their knowledge in unique liquors so my partner had a good time conversing with them. I on the other hand am not as savvy with alcohol but their mixed drinks here are house made and delicious. There's something for everyone. Miss The vibes here but definitely would come back when it's a little bit more low-key and not too busy from the college crowd.

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    Andrew T.

    I came here on a Tuesday to try the prime rib dinner. The staff here is friendly and the service is pretty good. You are required to get a cocktail for the prime rib dinner. This place is great for a date or big groups. The 1st time I came here, the prime rib was enjoyable especially for its price. The food didn't take too long to come out. We also ordered the chorizo Mac and cheese which came out hot and delicious. The prime rib came with a side of corn and mashed potatoes. However when I came back with friends recently, they were running out of prime ribs and the remaining ones we got weren't as hot and were inconsistent in how cooked it was. The chicken wings and fries were good though.

    $19.99 Prime Rib Tuesday (with purchase of cocktail), jus, horseradish cream, mashed potatoes, creamed corn

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    Ask the Community - Paper Plane

    Do they have happy hour and if so, where can I find details on that?

    Yes look on their website

    Do they take reservations?

    No, It’s more like a bar setting so I wouldn’t expect it

    Where is the closest parking?

    Across the street there is a paid parking garage.

    Is proof of vaccination still required?

    No, it is not.

    Is there free parking in the area?

    Garage parking

    Can we rent an area inside the bar for a private event?

    Yes they do. Use the reservation system on their website

    I just bought a gift certificate for a birthday gift and now see they may not reopen. Will they reopen?

    Do you do mocktails?

    They have a great selection of juices, syrups, bittters, etc here and the bartenders all seem really good! I'm sure they'd be happy to make you a mocktail if you ask and let them know what kind of flavors you like.

    I used to come here prior to COVID, do you still serve crack wings? I don't see it in the menu.

    Will the bar be open by 7/10? Im traveling there soon, and would love to visit.

    Really doubt it. Santa Clara has been slower than pretty much all the other Bay Area counties in reopening, and bars are low on the priority list as pretty inessential Phase 3 businesses.

    Until when will the holiday pop-up be open?

    Hello Reggie, unfortunately, the last day of our Miracle Pop-up was December 29th. We will be back with it next season! In the meantime, feel free to stop in and enjoy our brand new drink menu!

    Heard there is a Christmas Pop Up Bar here?

    There is! Miracle on First. It's decorated for the holidays and they have drink specials too!

    I'd like to buy a Santa T-Rex 🦖 drink mug can you share the product info?

    We will have the Santa T-Rex mugs for sale this weekend! There was a delay with the manufacturer, so sorry for any inconvenience. Please give us a call on Friday for an update at: 408.713.2625

    Are there any egg free dishes on the food menu?

    Yes.

    Do they serve after hours?

    No.

    What time does the kitchen close?

    I was ordering food from the cashier/bartender till almost closing, so I would say almost closing

    Can I come at 12:01 AM the night of my birthday? I know CA doesn't have a law against this, but I'm assuming bars might have their own policy?

    Hello, ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control) has their own guidelines which states that the person who just turned 21 at midnight has to wait until the next business day. Here at Paper Plane, we do enforce that rule so you will be allowed entrance to our… Read more

    Do they have any vegan options, I'm coming here with a friend who's vegan and wondering if there any food he could order?

    Yes, French fries!

    Hi there, I was hoping to take my friend here for their 21st birthday (I'm currently 21), however we were hoping to go with our 19 year old friend who will be our designated driver. Can we bring our 19 year old friend into your bar?…

    Good evening, Unfortunately, we only allow people that are 21 and over. We hope you still come by to… Read more

    How late is the kitchen open?

    Hi Cristian, our kitchen is open serving a full menu from 4:30pm to 10:00 pm everyday. We also serve a late night happy hour menu from 10pm to 11pm from Sunday to Tuesday, and 10pm to 12pm from Wednesday to Saturday. Hope this helps. Let us know if… Read more

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    9.3 mi

    Made a reservation for 6:15 and got here right when they opened at 6, they sat us right away. We…read morehad the whole place to ourselves which was very cool. Love the decor/design and vibes (music/theme). Service was great! Helpful, friendly, and accommodating. The bartenders are really serving up crafted cocktails. We ordered the following: -Start Me Up, my partner loved this. He is an espresso drinker and love the flavor profile -Like A Virgin, this is on the sweeter side but the prosecco side car really balances it out -So Fresh, So Clean: normally comes with tequila but I swapped for vodka and it was very refreshing -Davis In My Bones, partner loved this This place turns into a club at 9:30, so there are plenty of options depending on your mood! Come check it out!

    This is definitely not a happy hour or "let's grab a drink" place. It opens at 6pm, and on a…read moreThursday at 6pm on the dot, I was offered only a bar seat without having a reservation. No big deal, as I wanted the bar anyway, but something others should keep in mind. The cocktail list is plentiful and intriguing. I tend to avoid tequila, so that eliminated a good chunk of the options. I went with Rose Colored Lenses, which was fantastic, and decently sized. Presentation was beautiful. My friend had All a Dream, also very good. The wine offerings are minimal, this is very much a cocktail or champagne type of place, with caviar being the primary food service. Speaking of service, the bartender was excellent, both in his mixology and demeanor. It took awhile to get the drinks, but I assume that was due to the complexity of the cocktails, paired with having just opened the doors a few min earlier. Two notes: 1. The barstools were a little too low, imo. I don't normally pay much attention to that detail, but these were uncomfortably low for me, even with my long torso, I was hyper aware of my posture. So maybe that's actually a good thing 2. Other patrons were rolling in shortly behind me, so there is probably an early crowd when they first open, then a late night group that appreciates the 2am closing time. Interior is beautiful, and you can use the steps up to the 2nd floor either from N Santa Cruz or the rear parking lot off W Main. More substantial food options are a mere few steps across the hall at Heritage.

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    Left: Gimme the Loot. Right: La Bamba

    Paper Plane - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

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