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    3.0 (728 reviews)
    ModerateLounges
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Happy hour specials
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    Lemon drop
    Alexa D.

    Although this is probably one of the more expensive bars in the area I love the vibe. It's a super lively place with a decent amount of indoor seating. There is a very small narrow balcony and a large covered outside area that open til 1130pm. I love how friendly the bartenders and security are! All our drinks were perfection. It's a great place to go for a night out

    Wild watermelon
    Annabelle R.

    I used to come here regularly when I was in grad school, so it brings back memories, taking those elevators up to the third floor of Hotel Valencia. The place is still as lovely as I remember, upscale, with dim red lighting inside and an inviting outdoor space with a beautiful fountain at the center. During my recent visit, the outdoor space was covered and felt like it was heated inside the patio enclosure, a perfect setup during the colder season. There was plenty of seating available throughout on a Sunday night, bar seating, lounge seating, and outdoor seating. It was nice to have options, rather than the weekend crowds I remember. We got a few cocktails (wild watermelon, raspberry lemon drop, and moscow mule), and they were all made well, tasty and strong... as I'd expect based on the high costs. Service was standard, not super attentive, but good enough. However, they tried to overcharge us $30 extra! Honest mistake, maybe, but I think it's careless, especially for a place that charges $20+ per drink. It was quickly fixed, and we still had a good experience regardless.

    One of the best espresso martinis. Thank you Aaron! Great service!
    Adriana P.

    Thank you Aaron for great service. One of the best espresso martinis. The perfect after work happy hour.

    Lychee martini
    Claire C.

    I loved the interior vibe and the pop art decorations inside the bar. It wasn't too hard to get the bartenders attention. Drinks were good, price was fair, and our party of 4 was able to find seating so it was an overall good experience!

    View from the balcony
    Kenneth B.

    This is the best lounge on Santana Row and probably in all of San Jose. Usually come in to meet up with a few buddies and then have a few drinks and the night always turn into such a good time. The menu was updated, but I wouldn't know since I order the same negroni all the time. I sometimes switch it up with a Tequila spritz but that's rare. Only shots and Negronis for me. The inside is very classy and upscale unlike some of the other Lounges in the area. You meet some of the most interesting people at this lounge. Service is always top notch, especially when you have the best bartender in the bay working there. If you ever come through ask for Bruno and he'll take good care of you. Love this lounge to death, happy that I made it one of my regular drinking spots!

    Street view
    Marcela C.

    V bar has always been my go to when I'm in the area! Great spot for a drink after work or with the gals for a night out. The dim red light is a vibe. I personally love the Santana 75 and Barbados and Blackberry. Such a cute view of the row during the day and with the street lights at night. It does get busy but I've always had great service especially from Eli and Jordy, my drinks are perfect every time.

    Old fashioned and jalapeño marg.

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    Once again, Bruno fat, satisfied all my knees with a great drink and service quick and easy humor is great atmosphere is great -meli

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    Ask the Community - Vbar

    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?

    I went here a few imes a couple of years ago when he drinks and appetizers were $6 apiece. Is that still true?

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    Cielo Rooftop Bar

    3.6(92 reviews)
    0.1 miWest San Jose
    $$

    Cielo is open seasonally, and we finally visited during (*at the very end of*) their Winter…read moreExperience. I think traditionally, you need reservations for Cielo, but their Winter Experience (ran through December and mid-January) is first-come, first-served. The Winter Experience is a Christmas-themed set-up - very tastefully and beautifully decorated - with Christmas music (even 2 weeks after the New Year). the tables along the edge have small in-table fire pits AND a tall heated furnace - you will not be cold in December. these tables do require a minimum spend of $50 per person, which we came into this expecting that regardless - however, it sounds like you can sit at any of the other tables without this minimum spend, though you will only have a blanket for warmth. the sunset was beautiful, though keep in mind that we do live in a city, and there are other tall buildings around, so don't set your expectations too high. Overall, we are so happy we finally checked this place out, and that we were able to do so during the Winter Experience. We did find it overpriced (considering it's at Hotel Valencia... we weren't surprised) for what you get. I tried one cocktail (~$20) that tasted like a flavored soda, before switching to wine; my husband had 2 Old Fashioned, they were both made differently but both good. The food was good - small, shareable portions. We're happy to have finally stopped in, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come again. HOW TO GET THERE: enter Hotel Valencia from the ground floor; take the elevator to Floor 3; go straight down the hall, pass the front desk on your left, to the second set of elevators; take that to the top floor

    Cielo at Hotel Valencia in Santana Row had a winter-wonderland-style setup that was definitely…read morecute, but overall the experience felt underwhelming. When compared to the APRÈS VILLAGE experience at the Four Seasons, it doesn't come close. The food menu is very limited, and food took quite a while to come out. There's also no option to make reservations, which was disappointing and made the experience feel less organized. That said, it's aesthetically pleasing enough for a few social media photos. Beyond that, it's nothing to make a big fuss over, and I can't say I'd go out of my way to return.

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    Straits - Santana Row - Signature Hainan Chicken Rice | $24 (Good poached chicken, rice was crunchy, broth was oddly citrusy.)

    Straits - Santana Row

    3.2(3.2k reviews)
    0.1 miWest San Jose
    $$$

    My BFF took me shopping and afterwards we went to Straits. I had not eaten here and I was dying to…read moretry their Laxsa. It was much closer to what I had in Melbourne Australia where a LOT of Malaysians emigrated to. None of the other places I have tried in the US compared. We also ordered the spicy noodle dish with seafood. Lots of protein which was very helpful as we are both trying to have more protein and less carbs. (Doggone Rice and Noodles!!) We were very pleased with what we ate and of course our phenomenal service. The mocktails were great. No dessert because we were too full. I'm coming back for the crab. I wasn't dressed for messy food so I skipped it this time. Thanks for a lovely dinner, Straits!!! I'll bring my Aussie partner and make sure he is hungry. I'm sorry, I put my phone away because we were having a special day for my bday. But I will never forget what a nice meal I had at Straits.

    Went to Straits for brunch on a Sunday and was pleasantly surprised to find it quiet and welcoming…read more It must've been before the rush hit so we were able to enjoy a quiet brunch with some hearty food. The chicken wings were incredible - albeit a little expensive for what we get - but we thoroughly enjoyed it. I ordered the bone marrow entree and it came with cubed filet mignon, lots of bread, and a salad. I thought this was quite good for the value and I had a leftovers for the next day. The Laksa Noodle Soup was also very filling and bright in the flavor.

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    Alter Ego Cocktail Club & Still OG - A Mexican gin to make a bartender special

    Alter Ego Cocktail Club & Still OG

    4.4(298 reviews)
    3.4 miDowntown
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Pet friendly

    This place is absolutely fantastic! I happened to stumble across it when looking for a cocktail bar…read morewith a good vibe. Not only are the cocktails special, the small bites menu is super tasty including the Shishito pepper skewers and the Takayoki. The staff are also super friendly and the bartenders are some of the best mixologists in town.

    Alter Ego and Still OG might just be the most cleverly conceived bar concept in the city. Small and…read moreintimate, yes -- but every inch of it is intentional. Let's start with the drinks. The cocktail menu is inspired by records, and you can feel the creativity in every sip. These aren't your standard bar pours -- they're clearly thought out and crafted with personality. If you're someone who appreciates a drink with a story behind it, you'll be in your element here. The live DJ on weekends takes the whole experience to another level. The music isn't background noise -- it's part of the atmosphere, and it hits right. What makes this place truly special is that you're getting two completely different vibes under one roof. Walk into Still OG up front and you get a casual, laid-back energy -- easy conversation, good company, no pretension. Then slip into the speakeasy in the back and the whole mood shifts. Alter Ego is a proper intimate lounge with their full bar, and it feels like a world away from the street outside. The transition between the two spaces is surprisingly seamless and genuinely fun to experience. And they're open late, which puts them in a rare category of places actually worth staying out for. Whether you're there for a chill night out or a proper evening, this place delivers both without making you choose.

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    Silk Sheets and Sweets $19

    Alter Ego Cocktail Club & Still OG - Asteroid Blues

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    Alter Ego Cocktail Club & Still OG - 6/21/2024 symphony in black (mocktail of kyushu coffee) SO GOOD BEST BLACK SESAME COFFEE EVER wish i could drink this every morning

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    6/21/2024 symphony in black (mocktail of kyushu coffee) SO GOOD BEST BLACK SESAME COFFEE EVER wish i could drink this every morning

    Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Hotel Collection - Elevator hallway

    Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Hotel Collection

    3.7(840 reviews)
    0.1 miWest San Jose
    $$

    In December, I was a little scrambled trying to figure out what to do for my birthday, and I…read morehonestly couldn't have landed in a better place. One night while I was at the bar, Victor, the manager I often see there, told me about the Christmas experience on the rooftop and suggested it as a great spot for a birthday get-together. He was absolutely right. The rooftop at the Valencia Hotel was perfect. It felt like a true winter wonderland. It was beautifully decorated, cozy, and festive. There were specialty Christmas cocktails, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and even whiskey tastings where you could sample different varieties. They had heaters everywhere and plenty of blankets, which made the whole experience warm and inviting despite the chilly weather. The service really stood out. The staff on the rooftop was just awesome. They were attentive, kind, and consistently checking in on us to make sure we had everything we needed. My friends had an amazing time ordering from the holiday menu (whether custom-created or seasonal, it was spot-on), and the overall vibe spot was a vibe! This was truly one of the best experiences I've had in a long time, and it made my birthday feel special without being stressful. Huge thanks to Victor and the entire rooftop team for creating such a memorable night. I'll absolutely be back--and recommending this place to everyone.

    My sister and boyfriend got a hotel for the weekend for her birthday. After dinner we all went back…read moreto the Valencia BARand all 12 will NEVER GO BACK. First the bartender told my sister she can't sit on her boyfriend lap. Second they are WAYYYYYYY OVER PRICE.... Third bartender told my sister to to change the light back to blue. They have little laps on the table that change colors and she put it to the bright regular light so she can see and I told her to change it back to the dark blue.. It was my sisters birthday in and one of our friends end up drinking a little too much dancing a little loud, not rude, or being like the bad guy a troublemaker, but they kicked us out because she was too loud . so if you're trying to have a good time, lots of fun and not being picked on do not go to that bar.. the energy in there a little more was almost we were to go to be there and we did not appreciate that we just wanted to drink. Have fun and celebrate. And my husband made that bartender apologize to my sister is the one that told her to get off her boyfriends lap .

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    Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Hotel Collection - Fun cars in front of the Valencia.

    Fun cars in front of the Valencia.

    Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Hotel Collection - Bar floor

    Bar floor

    Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Hotel Collection - Patio Santa Clara High gathering.

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    Meso Modern Mediterranean

    Meso Modern Mediterranean

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    0.1 miWest San Jose
    $$$
    Grab-and-go
    Full bar

    This was my first time visiting Meso Modern Mediterranean. They are located in Santana Row Shopping…read morePlaza next the Cinemark Theaters. We met up with friends to celebrate belated birthday. A nice outdoor patio with abundant seating. As you enter into the entrance, you are promptly greeted by the host/manager. The ambience is nice and elegant. The service was nice, but unfortunately, it started off bad as our server didn't know our table was in her section. We waited about 15-20 minutes before we flagged another waiter down to see if he could take our order or send our server to our table. Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower: labneh, honey, orange suprêmes, mint (5/5). This was to die for! OMG. So flavorful and roasted perfection. Roasted Beet And Walnut Salad: red and gold beets, labneh, walnut salsa verde, sherry vinaigrette (4/5). Spiced Lamb Flatbread: yogurt, sumac onions, spicy zhoug , oven roasted tomato, sprouts (4/5). Pomegranate Glazed Salmon: cauliflower purée, shaved root vegetables, pomegranate relish (5/5). This was delicious! Mediterranean Branzino -"A La Plancha": spicy zhoug , lemon garlic tzatziki (4/5). Icecream with Dubai Chocolate - chocolate, rosewater, and another flavor. This was so delicious! Everything was very good! We will be back! Support your local business.

    spent belated mothers day here, they were out of some dishes due to the high rush they had for…read moremothers day, but I really enjoyed their food I really wanted to get their branzino, but I wanted something with leas fish bones, and the waited suggested the dourade, which came with the same sides as the branzino. still had some bones, but was very tasty, especially paired with their sides and the sauce. Their flat breads are also very good, even though a but small, both the lamb and mushroom are really good. The potatoes were a nice little side dish, and their half chicken za'atar was still a huge portion. Will definitely will want to be back and try out their other dishes! Service was amazing! And store was nice and well decorated.

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    Meso Modern Mediterranean
    Meso Modern Mediterranean
    Meso Modern Mediterranean

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