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.

Vibe: A Had to make…read morea quick pit stop before a show that night and wandered into OG. Haven't been to this location in a minute. Can still remember the gourmet dogs and duck fat fries back in the days... Awesome what they did to the place. The new set up with the dim lights and neon menu is noice. Ended up chilling at the front bar. Definitely will return to explore the back at a later time. Food: A We got to sample a variety of goodies and drinks from the menu, which definitely hit the spot. The skewers were cooked just right with a kiss of smoke from the grill. The takoyaki were good as expected--yum. We ended the excursion with the milk bread; it was surely a crowd-pleaser. It was fluffy goodness, topped with furikake, and served with a side of decadent house butter. Drinks were perfectly crafted and refreshing. Service: A We were chilling at the bar and got to hang with staff. Cool folks, will be back. - John

Our waiter was amazing. He explained the menu perfectly and gave us some really good…read morerecommendations. He didn't miss! Everything we ate was AMAZING! I didn't think we'd be full at the end but we were. The restaurant itself is gorgeous!! I'll definitely be back! Parking: you have to park in a structure of walk super far. I think it was free for the 90mins.

We came here on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was crowded and lively. The restaurant has…read moretwo floors, and we sat upstairs at the bar. The restaurant is great for date night due to its romantic atmosphere. I was impressed at how picturesque this restaurant was. The background looked great in our photos. We ordered the rigatoni and the n.y. strip 12 oz. The portions were small and not enough for 2 people. The rigatoni was tasty and the steak was tender; both meals were delicious. The meals were on the pricey side. To conclude, I would return here for the immaculate taste of the food. I would recommend this spot if you're looking for a lively restaurant in downtown San Jose!

Haberdasher is one of those cocktail bars that immediately nails the mood. Dark, classy, intimate,…read moreand just the right amount of old-school speakeasy energy. The drinks were SO good. I had a key lime pie cocktail that somehow tasted exactly like dessert without being overly sweet, and the coconut pineapple drink we ordered was honestly addictive. And if you know about the secret menu... then you already know this place can make practically anything. That's where the fun starts. The bartenders are clearly talented and really know how to craft drinks around what you like. Definitely one of my favorite spots for cocktails and late-night lounge vibes.

My friends and I went to several bars down the street and none really stood out but we saw…read moreHaberdasher and needed to check the place out. There was about a 10 min wait. And they don't allow outside food in even if the food was leftover in Togo bags from dinner. The place was busy when we finally went inside. But the bartenders were fast and we got two rounds of drinks as far as we could order. The dim lighting did look reddish. The large tables were reserved but there plenty of smaller high tops around. Memorable drinks were the perfect pear and the Andean Ascent. Perfect pear was not fruity at all and had a nice aroma and spice to it. The Andean ascent was a nice drink to start with, refreshing with a bit of fizz.

Food was pretty good and service was about the same. Nothing over and above however the dessert was…read morereally good. I would recommend this restaurant to others.

Food: 1. Started with an espresso martini because I had a…read moreday and I am glad I did. It was just what I needed! Husband had a beer, can't remember what it was. 2. Started with the lobster sliders and lobster bisque shooters. Even if these are all you come for, they are a must! The sliders were hearty and that bisque was creamy and so flavorful! 3. My husband and I decided we were going to split our entree and sides. We wanted to try a number of slides and new we could not let our eye be bigger than our appetites. So we went with the rib-eye, glad we did. That thing was cooked to perfect and melted in your mouth. The waitress even split it onto two plates. 4. Our sides were: mac n cheese which was ooey and gooey. The creamed corn very delicious. The brussell sprouts which is always my pick and I'm glad I did. It's got a cream sauce and topped with pistachios. Fries, which were cooked crisp and were not oily. Service: Quick and gracious. She made sure that our water glasses were always full and we were never in need of anything but wasn't overbearing. Although we were seated over by the bar it didn't feel like it. The booths by the bar are still pretty intimate. The lighting in the place is comfortable. The air about the place is elegant. I enjoyed the place and don't know what took me so long. I still think about that rib eye and will be back!

I went to Dr. Funk and had the most amazing server ever Erin. she was so personable and…read moreprofessional. I wasn't sure what to get and she recommended a drink that I loved. Give that girl a raise and a promotion. Will be going back on her days.

Funky little Tiki bar vibe, lots of seating inside and outside…read more Service is solid and helpful, happy to supply recommendations. Didn't try any food here, but the drinks are amazing! If you're looking to get your drink on, this place will do it for you.

We had cocktails and bites at Paper Plane on a Saturday between 5 - 8. We grabbed a seat at the…read morebar, and the bartender provided the drinks and food menus and let us know about the Happy Hour menu. Water was immediately provided without having to ask, which I love. The food was excellent. We had the mushroom empanadas, Brussels sprout tacos, wings, and truffle fries. The food service was great too. The drink menu is a treasure map with a variety of cleverly named, very tasty, and beautifully assembled cocktails. We tried several and each was excellent. We loved everything we tried and looking forward to next time!

Stopped by at 10 pm on a Saturday night and it was busy! Luckily, we were able to find a table…read morepretty quickly and ordered drinks at the bar. The cocktails are good and very overpriced in my opinion. Nice bar, nice location, and good service. It's a great place to stop by if you are hopping at bars in San Jose or even catching a comedy show at Improv.

My friend and I tried the Hogwarts drinks from our respective houses. I got a Slytherin Mint and…read moreVenom ($20) and he got a Ravenclaw Enigma Elixir ($22). Both of them were quite strong but masked the taste of alcohol well. The peppermint amaro made the Slytherin drink refreshing and pleasant. The butterfly pea made the Ravenclaw drink very pretty. The interior is nicely decorated for Christmas with lots of lights on the ceiling.

The cocktails are very good. If you are coming here to grab a well-made drink, it delivers…read more However, this is not the place for food or for watching sports. The food is solid, but overpriced for what you get. And while they have an enormous TV, the setup is not sports-friendly. The sports channel availability makes Five Points a poor choice if you want to watch the game. You're better off going to The Brit next door for a proper sports experience. Think of this spot as a cocktail bar, not a sports bar or a food destination. Set expectations accordingly.

Our server Samantha was the absolute BEST. She is the the sweetest and so considerate, she went…read moreabove and beyond to suggest recommendations for us and had the kindest attitude and heart. I would 100% come back again because she made the atmosphere so welcoming. We had a wonderful visit at the Pressroom

Samantha was a great server & was very personable!! We loved it here! Great suggestions on the…read moremeals.

It's always a good time at Goodtime Bar and tonight was an especially great experience thanks to…read moreChris. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was taken care of without being over the top. Service like that makes a big difference--definitely coming back!

if you're looking for a laid-back but still curated vibe, highly recommend paying Goodtime Bar a…read morevisit! My friend and I walked in on a Wednesday night and there were only a few seats filled / no wait time. You get your pick between a few tables indoors/outdoors, the bar, and a couch area which I felt really completed the community-forward space. We ordered at the bar and got a number to take to the table. You're able to sample a few things before deciding on which glass to commit to, which is always nice to have. All of the wines (tried whites, rosé and oranges) and food were amazing and really added to the overall experience! Still thinking about the tuna tostada and tom yum bucatini -- excited to pay them another visit to try more of their food menu. The service was consistent and was another huge plus on our experience. The workers kept up casual conversation and were extremely personable with us all night, especially since we were one of the last few visitors and the last table to leave. Definitely excited to bring more friends here in the future!

This place is located in a basement kind of a place. We went on a Friday and they had a…read morewine/whiskey tasting. My husband tried the whiskies and liked all the selections. We then tried a Negroni and beer. Everything was good. I am very critical about the Negronis but this bartender made it very well. They don't serve food but you can order food from one for the restaurants next door and eat it at the cellar. Overall a great experience. I will be amiss if I don't mention the friendly service. It was a very casual atmosphere and the staff was very friendly and informative.

You'll easily find the speakeasy next door to Poor House Bistro. There's signage outside the green…read morebuilding that says, "speakeasy entrance, bar, cellar." The stairs are under the large vertical sign that says Italian Cellar. Walk down a few steps and enter through the wood door. The crowd was about 45 years and up, everyone was in their own group. Good cocktail prices. There was a $1 membership fee added to the bill. Clean place, nice bartender, the limoncello gin collins was refreshing. It was a nice place to start before visiting the other speakeasies nearby: Haberdasher, Alter Ego