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    AJ's Bar

    3.2 (56 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
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    13 years ago

    Good experience I was tipping all night and buying my boys dances and the owner of the joint was buying my boys and me dances!! Good man!!

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    18 years ago

    awesome, just awesome. taco shop hooked on the front made it complete for me.

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    12 years ago

    Good drinks, friendly and chill environment. If you feel like having a drink and seeing ladies if bikinis, I recommend it!

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    16 years ago

    Don't listen to haters- they just need to get laid! Aj's is part of San Jose nightlife! Always a good night to be had!!!!

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    13 years ago

    great sports bar, with the prettiest bartenders on the planet. beautiful dancers in the evenings. always a good time. I love this place.

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    Vintage Wine Bar

    Vintage Wine Bar

    3.9
    (527 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    My all time favorite place....we were there on 07/03/26 - to watch the FIFA and enjoyed their Red…read moresangrias, perfectly made their burrata was not to the mark, the pesto didn't go well, prefer their burratas earlier and even the cheese board was a little off, especially the bread but overall the place has a good vibe and our server was super sweet too !!

    I've given this place multiple chances over several visits, but unfortunately the service has been…read moreconsistently disappointing. My first experience should have been a warning sign. I walked in and stood waiting to be seated while an employee, who appeared to be the owner or manager, continued talking with her kids instead of acknowledging customers. I don't mind waiting, but a simple "We'll be right with you" would have made all the difference. I decided to give them another chance. On a later visit, I spent a few hours working there and ordered drinks. When a friend joined me, he sat down and was completely ignored. No one came over to greet him or ask if he'd like anything. We eventually had to flag someone down just so he could place an order. After that, our server mentioned that Tuesdays were buy one, get one free on wine. I ordered my second glass, but it never arrived. When I asked another server about it, I was made to feel like I was inconveniencing them. The irony is that I would have happily paid full price--I wasn't the one asking for a deal. They were the ones who brought up the promotion, then acted bothered when I politely asked about the wine that was never delivered. The final straw was our most recent visit. We were seated at a table by the staff, only to be told a few minutes later that we had to move because the tables were supposedly reserved for the party sitting behind us. We moved without making an issue of it, but no one ever ended up using those tables for the entire time we were there. It was frustrating to be relocated after being seated, especially when the explanation didn't match what actually happened. At this point, it's hard to view these experiences as isolated incidents. The common theme has been inattentive service and an attitude that makes customers feel like they're an inconvenience rather than guests. There are too many great wine bars that genuinely appreciate their customers for me to spend any more time or money here.

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    Vintage Wine Bar
    Mulled wine

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    Augustine

    Augustine

    3.9
    (394 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    Great ambiance! Wasn't too busy on a Friday night, was glad for get in right away…read more The chicken and truffle fries were amazing. I wasn't a fan of my pasta even though it looked fantastic. I'd definitely come back.

    We had some friends visiting from out of town and this place was the best location that worked out…read morefor us to meet. After I saw that this restaurant was created by the same group that manages Spruce in San Francisco I became a bit more excited about trying it out. However, I should not have had my hopes up. While the ambiance, decor were definitely on point, and the service was also good, the brunch food unfortunately fell a bit short. I couldn't quite pinpoint this part of it, but my husband pointed it out- the experience itself starts off with the menu, which isn't organized in a classic fashion- they're organized roughly by "sea," "ranch," and for brunch, a separate "brunch " category. Each category mixes all the typical types of dishes, so under "garden" you have all the vegetarian dishes, including appetizers, brunch items, bread and some main courses (like pasta). My other half's comment is that if the food had delivered, or if the waitstaff had been trained to guide us on how to order (perhaps a few small dishes to share, or one from each category etc) this could have been overlooked or seen as a fun whimsical way to dine. Unfortunately neither of those things happened. The waitstaff did ask us if it was our first time dining at the establishment and we confirmed, but then we were just welcomed nicely. The food was priced about what you expect at most places- however the portions were very small. The plating was a bit lackluster- plates seemed too big for the food on the plate, food was placed in a way where it looked like there were empty places where something else could have gone (a lemon wedge? A fresh edible flower? ). The food itself was fine. Just fine. Not amazing. Not bad. Just....fine. I had the poached salmon tartine, and I suppose I was hoping it would be as amazing as the salmon club at Poppy and Claro (that sandwich is out of this world delicious to me- generous portions as well, excellent plating...but they only open on weekdays). We also had the breakfast plate, the lemon pasta (from the "garden" category"). My younger son ended up eating an off the menu mixed fruit bowl which was delicious but..just cut fruit. We prob won't be coming back.

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    Cafe interior
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    Roasted mushroom tart
    Hendricks, shaken w/ twist ($17) + The Augustine: Olive Oil Washed Gin w/ seasonal dry vermouth, lemon bitters ($18)

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    Hendricks, shaken w/ twist ($17) + The Augustine: Olive Oil Washed Gin w/ seasonal dry vermouth, lemon bitters ($18)
    Meso Modern Mediterranean

    Meso Modern Mediterranean

    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$$
    Grab-and-go
    Full bar

    They no longer serve their popular lamb shank, bummer…read more We started with the Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower. The cauliflower had a nice crunch, and the batter was well-seasoned and flavorful. Grilled Octopus was excellent as always, my favorite dishes here. Lamb Osso Bucco was served with orzo rice, peas, morels. Lamb was tender and well-seasoned. Tamarind Glazed Salmon served with kale and red quinoa. The salmon itself was good, but I don't think the quinoa was a good match with the dish. The flatbread was the most disliked item we had. It was a bit bland and too doughy. We enjoyed the Peyrassol Rosé (France 2025), which was not only nice to see but also nice to drink. Love the smooth texture and taste. Vanilla Crème Brûlée was enjoyable, the shortbread cookie was somewhat bland. Chocolate Date Cake was rich and quite sweet. Even we shared it among 3-4 people, we still couldn't finish it. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience.

    TL;DR: not surprised to see this spot close down. The quality of food and drinks were good but the…read moreprice of each dish was not justified at all. Service was lacking professionalism and timeliness Came to celebrate a birthday dinner and we were immediately disappointed by the service team - couldn't find the reservation (made a month in advance) - sat us without menus - when they did bring menus, they only had 2 for a party of 6... Food was overall good but the server oversold everything. The taste and balance was decent but pricing was 100% unjustified. Review of our table's order - excluding the obvious lack of value and weird plating choices: - mezze dips: skip. rip off. - cauliflower: maybe the best dish of the meal - octopus: sauce was unnecessary and portion size was terrible - caesar salad: not good - lamb shank: tender but the sides were trash - branzino: parts tasted not fully cooked. - lamb chops: DRY. Hammered the protein and drenched in oil...? Do not get. - chicken: large portion and maybe the best bang for buck when feeding large parties. it was ok. No wonder they closed shortly after. I get the high rent given Santana Row pricing but do a little better when hiring service staff.

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    Meso Modern Mediterranean
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    Yard House

    Yard House

    3.7
    (4.6k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    We had the perfect girls' dinner at Yard House yesterday! The food was fabulous, the drinks were…read moregreat, and the overall experience exceeded our expectations. A special shoutout to our wonderful waitress. Despite the restaurant being extremely busy and operating in a high-pressure environment, she remained calm, professional, and attentive throughout our meal. We especially appreciated that she courteously let us know when her shift was ending and smoothly transitioned our table to another waitress, ensuring uninterrupted service. It's not often you find such thoughtful customer service in a bustling restaurant, but the team here truly delivered. The service was top-notch from start to finish, and it made our evening even more enjoyable. We'll definitely be back!

    We are here with friends to watch the World Cup between Mexican and England …read more Yard house is the perfect sport bars restaurant. They have good selection of beers all over the world , cocktails , spirits and wines . I enjoy their menus with bar foods like nachos , pizza , wings , sweet potato fries . They also have main dishes like lobster garlic noodles , whiskey glazed salmon , beet- battered fish & chips , tomato bisque soup , kale and romaine Caesar Caesar salad . Monday to Friday 3 pm to 6 pm is their happy hour . 1/2 off selected apps and pizzas . ( see photo for the items ) $2 off draft beer , wine , spirits & cocktails. They also have late night happy hour . Sunday - Wednesday 10 pm to close. This is a fun and exciting night !

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    Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.
    Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.
    Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.
    Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.
    Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

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    Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.
    Suspiro

    Suspiro

    4.1
    (776 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$

    Suspiro exceeded my expectations with its beautiful presentation, creative flavors, and welcoming…read moreatmosphere. Every dish looked like a work of art and tasted just as impressive. The seafood was fresh and perfectly cooked, the beef carpaccio was delicate, flavorful, and beautifully plated, and the crispy calamari was light, tender, and paired with a delicious dipping sauce. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared using high-quality ingredients, making every bite memorable. The service was warm, attentive, and professional, and the modern yet cozy atmosphere made it easy to relax and enjoy the meal. Whether you're looking for a date night, brunch, dinner with friends, or a special celebration, Suspiro is an excellent choice. I'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu!

    We had lunch at Suspiro today, and our experience was outstanding thanks to our server, Oswaldo…read more From the moment we sat down, he was attentive, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable. One thing that really stood out to me was that he proactively asked if anyone at the table had any food allergies. I often forget to mention that I have a shellfish allergy, so I truly appreciated him asking before we ordered. That level of attention to detail made me feel safe and well taken care of. Oswaldo also had fantastic recommendations for both cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages, and every suggestion was spot on. Throughout the meal, he checked in on us frequently without ever being intrusive, making sure everything was perfect. The food was absolutely amazing, and every member of the staff we encountered was kind and welcoming. However, Oswaldo's exceptional service really elevated our entire experience. He made us feel genuinely cared for, and it's clear he takes pride in providing outstanding customer service.

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    Cancha ($0) Andean Toasted Chulpe Corn
    Cancha ($0) Andean Toasted Chulpe Corn
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    French toast

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