Saturday night and stopped in at Tempo bar & Lounge. Customer sevice was lacking and would have appreciated some suggestion on thier cocktail drinks available . Tempo was not my vibe will leave this ambiance for the younger routier crowd. read more

Bottle party and live music plus bubble gum in the bathroom drinks taste perfect can't go wrong with a beer. read more

Temple Bar & Lounge - Entrance - Lounges Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been coming here for a while but I had a horrible experience yesterday that I've never dealt with my entire life. I usually NEVER write bad reviews but this was horrible. My friends and I ordered shots and when we received the tab to pay, we were shocked by how expensive it was. Obviously we were going to pay, but we stood there trying to figure out who could pay because our friend was experiencing difficulties getting her apple wallet to work. The bartender starts screaming and being incredibly aggressive at us, is cursing, telling us to "get the f*** out". We were honestly so terrified, we didn't even spend that long trying to figure it out, I get it was a busy night but this was such a scary experience. We paid and he gave us the second tab and again we took a second to try to figure out, he starts screaming again and because my friend is so stressed accidentally gives a 10 cent tip instead of $10. He then got so pissed about the tip and told us to get out, like omg this was so uneccessary. I had this review drafted from Nov 2024, I hope they've fixed this problem and have hired staff without anger issues. read more

The bartender refused to serve drinks because we "took too long". This because we asked him what rum based drinks they have. He down right said "me and none of the other bartenders will serve you because you took too long and asked questions." Like your frat house bar doesn't have a menu and you don't even want us asking questions? Never coming back and not recommending anyone to do either. Plenty of other options that can take my money. Their loss. read more

DO NOT GO HERE!!! SHADY ASS MFS I would rate this place a fuckin 0 if i could!!! The place fucking sucks one and 2 the bartenders are STEALING YOUR MONEY AND ADDING THEIR OWN TIPS!! I was charged $90 for 5 drinks! That's fucking insane already right but i paid it. the next morning i was charged an additional $22.50. The bartenders added their own tips after i left a cash tip!! this is fucking disgusting. when talking to someone on the phone who was a complete fuckin idiot he had no resolution but instead was dismissive and told me to take it up with my card. He also admitted that it wasn't illegal for their own bartenders to add their own tip. What a dumb fuck. read more

Walking down the strip this bar lounge drew us in with the loud music and the DJ mixing some familiar 2000s tracks on a Friday night. No cover to get in (big win there) and security got us in pretty quickly. Not sure what the dress code is but there is definitely some subjectivity going on as my buddy was initially told he cannot wear joggers but I was let in wearing joggers two people before him. Security did recognize their error and eventually let him in. Once inside the place was definitely a college crowd. Music was heavy on the Bay Area side with music videos being projected. The DJ did mix it up with some Bad bunny and Drake at times. We got one order of drinks, took a bit to get to the bar because of the crowd but eventually can get through. Don't recommended getting a fancy cocktail here but the bartenders have some heavy pours so you can get something for cheap. They do offer bottle service with some VIP areas which is nice to sit down at. Bottles come with mixers if preferred. In short, you can definitely start or mix in some dancing to your night by coming here. The energy got to fun levels for a good part of our visit. read more

Honestly very unprofessional Security Staff, Was Kicked out for waiting for my Wife by the Bathroom , Was told to wait in Dance Room but i had told Security As She was already coming out and was Dragged out . If you gonna Treat People like this might as well not stay in Business. Wasn't Causing anyone Harm was not drunk was not buzzed . read more

Paid $8 for water and they wouldn't let me bring it outside of the club. Ridiculous. I paid for that water I should be able to take it out.

DO NOT COME TO THIS BUSINESS! They will take advantage of you when you are buying drinks!!!! First of all the total amount for 4 shitty margaritas usually 9-16$ not 18$ and up! This establishment first changed me 72$ and now they changed the amount to 90$. There's absolutely no fucking way that 4 drinks total was 72$ or LET ALONE 90$!!!!!! What on earth like these bartenders will take advantage of you clearly and give you no receipt too. I called the establishment but they blocked my number and cannot get in contact with not the business owner or manager. Plus the DJ was so bad, worst bar expirence ever in San Jose. AVOID THIS BAR!!!! If I could give a negative star I would. read more

Literally LOVE this place. Every time I come in the vibes are there, the music is poppin, bathroom is clean, drinks are delicious, etc. I've been to a lot of bars/lounges/clubs in downtown sj and Temple is definitely in my top 3. No cover charge which is always so nice, the people inside are super friendly (and cute), and security actually cares about the people. I've had them ask if I'm getting home safely or if I wanted to stand near them cause other people outside were acting weird. Hot people go to Temple. read more

I went during halloween weekend and its very much a college bar. Lots of young people with drinks that barely have any alcohol. I did not like the music. When we went there, there was a bunch of desperate guys that won't take "no" for an answer. It's free cover, so that's a plus. I wouldn't want to pay to get in here. read more

I think they need to hire new employees because my friend had a Wisconsin ID and they did not accept it and they said quote for quote, "it's not a california ID" and then on a different occasion, my other friend had an international passport and they did not allow her in because it was not an American passport.. like obviously.. she studies abroad here.. Temple needs to educate their employees. 1. Wisconsin is in the US. US citizen. 2. Passports are a legal identification... read more

Drinks are good, it's a club in the back which is exciting. Honestly the worst dj experience out of downtown that's for sure. Their Friday night DJ is a 40 year old fighting to stay young with outdated music and a pre made playlist, goes to show how lazy he's come since his music playlist matches the tv's. Doesn't seem to care though, lost the crowd for 3 songs, has no attempts of putting effort into live remixes or even crowd work. It's a nice bar/lounge but they really need to search for someone else as their weekend DJ. read more

Came here and asked the bartender how much a truly was and he instantly turned around grabbed it opened it and said $30. Proceeded to charge me and gave me no receipt, wouldn't be surprised if he just gave himself a $20 tip cause there's no way a 12oz truly is $30 and a shot of tequila is $15. Super shady place. Would avoid, as you might just get scammed like me. Music was alright, pretty solid. Z za read more

Very rude and unprofessional staff. First time going there went up to the bar to ask a bartender where the restroom was at and right away he started screaming "Get Out " multiple times acting like if I was jumping his counter. Their staff needs training on how to treat customers right. They don't even deserve a one star rating. Theres other better places to go to around the area. read more

The owner gets drunk as hell doesnt know whats going on and acts like nothing happened the following day while wearing the same suit that smells like it hasnt been washed. They crowd the line for no reason and it always smells inside there. The bartenders ask for tip or when you use youre card they tip themselves. read more

A decent club in San Jose. You can buy bottle service and skip the line to get in but I don't recommend it. the tables are not close to the bar and people from the dance floor usually go and sit at the tables anyway. There isn't a cover charge, but you have to wait in line. The drinks are standard club drinks, but the bartenders can be a little rude to you. Towards the end of the night this place will be packed, like bodies on bodies. If you're not into that, I wouldn't come. read more

This bouncer (far right) at the front of Temple snapped on us when we showed him an Indian passport for proof of age. He kept on shouting at me saying why do people come here when there are so many clubs on the street. A terrible place for having such an employee at its door. Keep you attitude to yourself, I was there to pay for your salaries. I wish this place goes down, it will if the management carries the same attitude. read more

Temple Bar & Lounge - This bouncer (far right) at the front snapped on us when we showed him a passport for proof a age - Lounges Near Me - San Jose, California

Omg! Went on a Saturday night around 11:30 and I've never seen a line that long in my life! I can't justify waiting in that long line just to get drinks and dance. We ended up getting a bottle to keep save our time which ended up paying off. It is SOOO packed inside. There were many moments when people were ready to fight although it's not our fault it's so crowded. The crowd is definitely rude and uptight. Our table was in the way so it was really hectic as well. Was it worth it tho? Most definitely because it was really cheap! I have a bruise on my foot from girls stepping on my feet! Overall the service was good, the girls were super sweet and nice! Security wasn't too bad although I had different experiences with them compared to my group. I wouldn't go again if it's not bottle service because again, that line is NOT the business. I recommend coming early and being polite! The security and workers are working as hard as they can despite there being so many rude people! read more

Not as great as it's counterpart in San Francisco, but gets the job done for your clubbing fix in SJ. Exactly what you'd expect from a college club in San Jose, nothing more nothing less, definitely worth a go every now and then! read more

I would give them zero stars if I could. I was visiting SJ on spring break and wanted to experience their night scene (I'm from LA) and the dude wouldn't let me in because I didn't have a California id (only had an international passport on me)...he said "no internationals" when I literally live in LA read more

This club is ok . It gets crowded here when there's a lot of people. One time the security didn't let me in cause he thinks my pants are joggers ? But clearly it's not. The floor is very sticky it's hard to walk here. They don't clean right away when there spilled drinks. People be bumping each other even employees. I witness some fights here too. read more

I've had ok experiences here and it generally does complement the "night out" experience. San Jose is a good location for this. However, I decided to officially write a review to warn people of what you might encounter business wise. I do like to tip bar tenders and the like. However, it was around 1am last weekend, my 2 other friends and I were not in our right minds fully, but we didn't cause trouble. I decided to ask if they have AMF drinks just to see what else we can get apart from other drinks we had. The bar tender starts to make the drinks right on the spot. I wasn't feeling good about this. Then, I go ahead and say, "wait... we just want shots". Then, I get billed $54. This was extremely unethical imo. I did not tip and they said they won't be giving me a receipt. From here on out, I wasn't feeling the night. Be careful. The employees there are becoming slick sales folks. I don't think I'll be going to San Jose to "party" any time soon. Going to check out the SF scene at some point next time. read more

I know things can get crazy on a night out and bartenders are trying their best to accommodate everybody. However, this is the worst service I've ever experienced. They were just really mean and aggressive. They also "didn't know" the price of anything at their bar, which is a little concerning...Everything else including music and lights was decent. read more

Stood on the railing of a stool to look for a friend. Was told to get down but told the security guard I'm looking for a friend while I'm on the phone with him. Security guard had some sort of power trip, put me in a chokehold (nearly passed out from it) while I was asking to retrieve my phone (giving him the phone handsign cause I could breath) that fell when the security guard grabbed me. Eventually, outside the club, I push that same security guard and yell one obscenity at him and another bouncer just knocks me out cold out of the blue. Seems somewhat disproportionate and I will be calling for CTV footage. Just leaving a 1 star review for knocking someone out who just wanted to find a friend and a phone. Bouncers have power trips here and look for a fight it seems. read more

Temple Bar & Lounge - Lounges Near Me - San Jose, California

He took my drink out of my hand when it was 1:30 go here if it's your last resort. Was rude and tried to fight my fried when I was trying to take a sip out of my drink read more

I would give it a zero rating if I could. Few bad things I noticed in temple 1. I saw the bouncer literally hit a women because she was trying to have a conversation. 2. The bouncers feel like they own the place and they reject people entry based on their color or their mood. Our group waited for 40 mins in line. We saw two fights with bouncer happen in the 40 mins where they were being abusive. After eating for 40 mins they rejected my friend entry as she didn't have a valid visa stamp. Her passport was valid and she was over 18 years. The bald and fat bouncer guy over there said "I make the rules and I can't let you in even if your ID is valid. I need to see the visa. This is my club so Fuck Off" 3. Cherry on top while waiting we saw the people inside the club doing all sorts of drugs. I am pretty sure they were snorting cocaine in-front of the bouncers read more

Came here the other night no cover charge it was super fun and drinks are good here however one the bartender was kind of rude but they could having a bad day. read more

Temple Bar & Lounge - Inside - Lounges Near Me - San Jose, California

Ahh temple.. some nights are a hit and some nights are a miss. The first couple times I've been here, it was fun! The last couple of times it just becomes.. well old. I swear they have their songs on an iPod and it just repeats. I love throwbacks don't get me wrong but there's seriously no room to dance or even stand. Over capacity forsure. !!The floors are so disgusting!! It's so sticky I thought my shoes we're about to come off. It gets wild with the amount of people there and it's semi uncomfortable. I think the best time to go is on a Thursday because Fridays and Saturday are crazy. Thursday nights are still fun and there's still a good amount of people there where it's not awkward. Never really had any real serious issues there just it being overwhelming read more

Not the best club downtown San Jose, but it's usually good. The bartenders are fast and the drinks are solid here. For some reason the dudes here can be really pushy. I've also seen a few people get shoved aggressively and *almost* start a fight in the crowd. Most of the nights I've been, I've had a good time, but it can be hit or miss. read more

I've been coming here for a while but I had a horrible experience yesterday that I've never dealt with my entire life. I usually NEVER write bad reviews but this was horrible. I literally made a yelp account just so I could post this bc again I never ever write bad reviews. My friends and I ordered shots and when we received the tab to pay, we were shocked by how expensive it was. Obviously we were going to pay, but we stood there trying to figure out who could pay because our friend was experiencing difficulties getting her apple wallet to work. The bartender starts screaming and being incredibly aggressive at us, is cursing, telling us to "get the f*** out". We were honestly so terrified, we didn't even spend that long trying to figure it out, I get it was a busy night but this was such a scary experience. We paid and he gave us the second tab and again we took a second to try to figure out, he starts screaming at us again and because my friend is so stressed accidentally gives a 10 cent tip instead of $10. He was like "10 cents are you serious, get the f*** out" again! We obviously were trying to leave the bar after that, it was so scary how angry and aggressive he was being towards us. Again, I understand that it was a busy night, but we were experiencing difficulties out of our control and all trying to collectively figure it out, and his screaming/cursing at us was so scary and stressing us out even more. This is not ok at all. When we were leaving, we saw him doing some deep breathing to calm himself down or whatever, like you should not be working as a bartender if you have such uncontrollable anger issues. read more

I've been here a few times and I have a good time here with my girls. If it weren't for my girls I don't think I would have a good time because I don't think I'd voluntarily interact with the crowd. A huge plus about this place is that I like the music here. They play a good variety of throw back 2000s hip hop and current hip hop. From R Kelly ignition to Travis Scott, they played it and I was feeling it. Good jams. I liked their drinks but I think having Hennessy shots after having 3 cocktails was a bit excessive. Hennessy killed my white friends since they don't do well with darks at all. Cocktails: Had 2 sea breezes (vodka, cranberry, grapefruit juice), I recommend this drink for ladies that want something a bit sweet and sour. I was really into this drink so I was trying to have a third and the bartender told me she would make me something better and whatever she made she called it "hot dog on a stick" it was really good, less sour than the sea breeze. I might as well add in that at least for my experiences here, the ladies in the restroom have always been super sweet. But that's probably because we're all drunk and bubbly. I love nice drunk women. This place still has my pepper spray. :'( will have to return to get it back read more

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got a table and the girl came over lift up our bottle as soon as it got empty and cleared our table up real quick.... never seen that before. Ftb. read more

Man.... since my last review of this place, things have changed. i gave this place another chance, glad i did. I come here a lot on Thursdays now with my friend! its kind of a weekly thing. Depending if theres another event going on that day, it'll be packed or kinda dead. It usually picks up and has more people coming in after 1130 or so. If theres some kind of special event, it usually gets packed as fuck, max cap. like halloween 2013, i couldnt even get in. the line was tooooo freaking long. but prob because it never charges cover. ever. security and bouncers here are chill though and i always get really really reallllyyyy drunk here. i dont know why. my liver hates me foreverr read more

Temple Bar & Lounge - Temple Thursdays - Lounges Near Me - San Jose, California

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Bouncers are alright. Bottle girls, especially the little Asian one will push you all and smack you in the head with whatever they got in their hand with absolutely no regard and cuss you out if you react. Bouncers will come in and try to kick you out saying they're just trying to do their job but that's in no way keeping any clientele. Working in the service industry myself, I was trained to be as pleasant as can be; saying sorry or excuse me at the very least because they're people we serve. Maybe some of them need to change side hustles if they hate paying club going patrons enough to treat them this way. If you do end up deciding to come, run to the bar and back to a table or somewhere else to avoid getting hit by their brute power tripped employees. read more

Went out there got a table on Friday night had some good time met a girl the guards were kicking her out because she vaped I tried talking to them respectfully on the way out then one of the guards assumed that I was the one getting kicked out start to get physical and they kicked me out too and the owner seems to be too busy to make the situation right so don't waste your money there just spend it somewhere else and have a great time that's my advice read more

Just terrible. 0/5 star if I could. The security guards are obnoxiously rude, harass and abuse people who want no trouble and just minding their own business. Saw five security guards(couple of them bald headed) unnecessarily jump a guy who was just trying to reason with them for kicking his friend out who they thought was "drunk." It escalated very quickly. He ended up in the hospital seriously injured with a concussion, broken nose, bruised eye, a deep cut on his forehead where you can see the inside layer of the skin where blood was dripping from. It was just wild on what happened like something you would see on world star. No one deserves to be treated like this. Those security guards had no reason to do what they did and still get away with it. read more

I wasn't allowed in despite bringing my Canadian Passport and IDs to get in. I have never been to a club where they don't accept international ID and the bouncer told us to leave because "no internationals are allowed." read more

Got harassed by multiple security the entire night because I was wearing a tank top. If dress code was an issue, bouncers should probably know about it too before letting people in. Security basically ruined the whole vibe & not the best place to be at when super crowded. read more

Positives: the front door security were thorough. Dance club in downtown SJ so that always needs at least 1 star from me...haha! Nightlife is fun! Music here is somewhat better than the music played at Fuz next door. Negatives: came here between 9pm-midnight with a group. Was extremely packed. The security needs to implement some sort of wait time for more incoming people because it needs to be less crowded before more people enter. Floors were sticky but you probably can't do much about that if people are bringing drinks to or across the dance floor. Overall a good place is you want some "wholesome" foreplay with someone on the dance floor before your "main event." : ) read more