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    4.3 (105 reviews)
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    Ariel M.

    Update: They now accept reservations for a party of 5 or less! (Was initially only allowed for parties of larger sizes.) They've had this change for about a year or so now if I remember correctly. Because of that, I keep coming back! Thank you for listening to customer feedback and implementing change!

    Caviar with Crème fraîche and chips.       Purple Haze Mocktail, and Queen Bee
    Kerry R.

    This place is such a vibe. We got there shortly after they opened without a reservation and were seated right away. Our waitress was incredibly sweet, she overheard it was my fiancé's birthday and surprised us with a little chocolate and candle to celebrate. We treated ourselves to caviar (always a good call), and I absolutely loved my Purple Haze mocktail, so delicious!

    Samuel L.

    The name of this bar immediately caught my attention -- Second Story, and yes, it's literally located on the second floor in downtown Los Gatos. The vibe is great from the moment you walk in. We were welcomed by a friendly waitress and seated at a cozy corner table. Even on a weekday, the bar was packed, which says a lot about its popularity. We ordered a few cocktails, and I highly recommend Queen B -- it's absolutely eye-catching, both in color and taste. Another favorite was Rose Colored Lens, a lighter and smoother option that's perfect if you prefer something more elegant. If you're into stronger drinks, Boys Club is the way to go. Overall, great atmosphere, solid cocktails, and definitely a place I'd recommend and revisit

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    Madison B.

    Cute bar in downtown los gatos, there is a stairway entrance as the bar is on the second floor. It has pretty interior and overall cute tasty drinks. We got the seasonal express yourself which was like a pumpkin espresso martini with a foam and was so good. The thug passion was fruity and sweet and good! We also got the Queen B which also was cute and good too!

    Sally L.

    good experience at second story. we made a reservation so we could get a table. lots of people came in after and they had to stand. cute vibes and interior. we ordered: bidi bidi bom bom la bamba queen bee thug passion thug passion was probably my favorite. it was sweet and refreshing! the drinks were all really good. good flavors. pretty loud and dim/dark environment. would come back! nice service! the bouncer/security was really welcoming and happy.

    Kennycia D.

    This is a fun and cute place. Go here for good quality drinks. They also have really good music. Not crazy loud but def a vibe. You must make a reservation bc they get busy but you walk in and stand at the bar. I recommend a reservation bc the seating is very cute and date nite/ girls night approved. The service is also good. Everyone is fun and sweet.

    Roasted marshmallow. I stole the other from my date.
    JENNIFER S.

    This is my second time coming. Super vibing. Low key crowd. Great DJ music. Upscale and amazing decor. Moody lounge. Reserve your table in advance. Otherwise standing room only near the 2 bars. We have always found somewhere to linger. This past Saturday music was so good we started dancing. Cocktails are super good. I ordered nonsweet espresso martini. They included roasted marshmallow. Much tastier than some coffee beans. And it had a great kick. Husband ordered ranch water and we had a few tequila shots. It was a fun date night.

    Classidy makes the best drinks
    Elena C.

    Vibe: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Drinks: 4/5 Food:n/a Value: 3.5/5 Having been here twice now, I cannot relate to some of the negative experiences others posted. Maybe we just got lucky. We've always received nothing but friendly service from everyone working at this place. Yes, the music can get quite loud once the DJ starts spinning at 9 p.m. So come early if you want to chat and stick around to vibe to some 90s/2000s Hip Hop and R&B. The only gripe I have is with the consistency and price of the cocktails. The first time we came, Cassidy made our drinks, which were phenomenal. During our last visit, I got the same spicy cocktail, and it was super bland and tasted quite watered down. Also, compared to Soda Works, their cocktails are also more basic and less creative, yet the pricing is similar. So you're paying for the vibes. It's a fun place. If they can step up their cocktail game, I could see myself becoming a regular.

    Alice L.

    Such a great spot for a date night with your partner or even a girls' night out. They had good music, a nice selection of drinks, and the service was super welcoming. The overall vibe was really fun. It does get pretty crowded after 9pm, so I'd recommend coming earlier or making a reservation if you want to grab a table.

    Nice table
    Lin S.

    Fancy cocktail bar. Love the indoor design, intimate and romantic. They have a DJ on site for music, but I wasn't a dance of the music selection. Also I thought the music could be a little quieter for conversatio We came on a Thursday night and got seated right away. The service was fast and friendly. We ordered the La Bamba, Gimme the Loot, Diamond Life. I do like sweet and refreshing taste, so I loved the La Bamba and Diamond Life. They have a lot of cocktails that look good, I do see myself going back for different drinks

    Amy F.

    Was eager to try this place bc it's been all over my instagram but idk if it's for me. It's decorated more upscale and intimate vibes. There's a dj playing loud music so not a place to catch up with friends but also not a place to dance either. Drinks are overpriced and mediocre in my opinion. Wouldn't be my first choice for a night out. If you are planning a visit I would make a reservation. There's some standing room around the bar but very limited table space. We were lucky to snag a table for 5 around 10pm on a Saturday.

    Espresso martini
    Cherie B.

    Great ambiance. It has a romantic, low lighting, cereal and chandeliers vibe. Lots of cocktail options. Minimal food, but they do have a couple snacks. We knew this and went after dinner. We all had an espresso martini. One was regular and the rest of us had the pumpkin spice. It was SO GOOD! Pricing ran an average of $19-22 per drink. They were also very accommodating about moving my reservation slightly , even though all the times weee booked online. Book early for best options and call if you can't find something.

    Sunil R.

    I used to frequent Charley's and really miss it. I was excited that there is a new cocktail lounge that had taken its place and wanted to LOVE it. Unfortunately, it was a meh experience. It was packed on a Friday night as expected. Ambience was cool and you could see the remnants from Charley's which brought back memories. The staff from the hostess to the bartender to the other staff seemed overwhelmed and curt. The worst part was the super LOUD music. Loud music makes sense for a dance club but why would you have such loud music at a cocktail lounge where the expectation is that you have a nice ambiance where you can enjoy a drink with company and have a great conversation. Conversation as in can hear each other and don't have to yell. I lost my voice trying to keep a conversation going and the 4 of us ended up leaving 20 minutes in. Bummed because this is so close and was hoping to make it our go-to spot.

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