One of the cutest natural wine bars I ever been to! Stopped by on a Saturday night and this place was lively, fun, and so aesthetically pleasing! This bar lets you sample their wines before commuting to a glass or a bottle. If you're in a group, it's better to order a bottle to share instead of individual glasses. The bar itself looks really zen, and the vibes are immaculate! Ordering is at the bar and note that seats are first come first serve. It's pretty small inside and there's not a lot of seats but the patio is pretty decent! The food here is so good! I highly recommend their oysters, deviled eggs, and the arancini! The michelada oysters imo are better than the grilled ones but they both were good! Come early to grab a spot! read more

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We went for a friend's birthday celebration- it was packed with what appeared to be regulars. All the bartenders provided quick and friendly service. The girl's bathroom was super clean which is always a plus. Definitely interested in going back for food. read more

Arancini 5/5. Deviled eggs 4/5 (personal preference because I don't like caviar). Wines were very good but sometimes inconsistent, since they are natural and organic. But the staff is so nice and they offer you free samples before you make your selection. Service is a bit slow but they only have 2 servers so that's expected. Ambiance has major Hipster vibes! Nice addition to downtown San Jose. Loved the 70s and 80s music. Restrooms are super clean and well maintained. Overall, check it out! read more

A new favorite! A very welcome maybe even overdue spot for DTSJ. The vibes, people, food and wine are all great. I love the focus and expertise on natural wines and was beyond impressed with the food. I've had shrimp, mushroom special, oysters and loved them all. While the price point is a bit higher, I feel like I'm just glad I don't need to drive all the way to Oakland or SF to experience something similar. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming. I'm looking forward to my next visit and hoping there's a happy hour on the horizon :) read more

Goodtime Bar - Wine Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Awesome spot with surprisingly amaaazing foods. I recommend coming here and actually eating dinner. The chips and onion dip was delicious, and the pasta was so good with the cheese on it. This isn't just a spot to have wine, although the orange wine was delicious. read more

Ambience here is cozy and welcoming. Dim lights, tasteful furniture and a beautiful wall of a large selection of natural wines. Wine selection is great--haven't had a bad wine here yet! The service was wonderful and friendly, truly some great people to chat with! Food wise, the chef here knows what he's doing. Tonight I had the Blue Fun Tostada: the fish was so fresh and bright. The crunch of the tostada, the gentle spice of the chili crunch and sweet taste of a ripe, juicy mango perfectly paired with the thicker slabs of blue fin actually cured me. Along with the tostada, I got the Pork Belly. This pork belly had to be one of the most tender and flavorful I've had in my life. The meat broke apart splitting between deliciously fatty pieces and more marinated meaty textures. The sauce and the execution of this dish is heavily influenced by Chinese cuisine, topped with mustard greens, green garlic and spring onions. Overall, Goodtime Bar has the perfect balance of unforgettable food, impeccable and kindly service, mood-brightening wine and a relaxing ambience. Goodtime Bar truly lives up to its name. Thank you! read more

If you're looking for a good time, come to Goodtime. And I don't mean blindfolds and bondages... save that for the afters at another location. I'm referring to the great option of wines. Delicious snacks. Indoor and outdoor seating. Good music by a live dj (shout out to DJ Panda for playing rnb hits). Great set up by the owner Steve (Steven?) who is super chill and kudos for getting the community involved by staying fit with their 10k runs. And to the unofficial employee of all time Fu for introducing me to this place lol. Lastly, overall good vibes. Come by to pre party or just hang out with friends. read more

This bar is so cozy and has a great assortment of natural wines. I wish it was bigger, but the the small space does give this place a more intimate feel. If only they had more locations! read more

5 for food service & ambiance All the food was unique & tasty. Wines were good, our first time trying natural wine. Nice cozy & quaint place. read more

Came to support one of the homegirls for a Dj event and was pleasantly surprised to find that I really liked it there. Vinyl records playing, disco ball spinning and people chatting and bar and lounge seating inside and outside. I originally was just going to order only food but the bartender explained why I would love the wine, as I don't normally drink wine. I agreed and was pleasantly surprised to like it (I ordered 3 glasses). If you don't care for wine they also have Ales available as well. I met a bunch of new people and I shared the fingerling potatoes and cucumbers I ordered. I was impressed and made a joke that this would be a good place for a first date, that the date would go great just because of how beautiful the food looked and how good it tasted. Might come back for that date lol Will definitely be back to try the rest of the bites. read more

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This bar is adorable. It's rather small inside but it's cosy and a great spot to enjoy some wine. I went after dinner and it was packed. The good kinda packed. The vibes were high and the music was tasteful. I am very excited to have a bar like this in San Jose. read more

Wow wow wow, I saw the reviews but did not expect it to be this awesome! The food was incredible. Everything is so fresh and flavorful! Everything was good but for sure get the pasta!!! That flavor omg! That sauce is ridiculously delicious. The wine was soo good , I tried something I normally wouldn't have ordered. The bartender was so patient and friendly, she let me sample multiple wines which allowed me to pick something out of my comfort zone. The ambiance was so peaceful and enjoyable. Everyone was very mature and genuinely enjoying their company. Very different from a lot of bars. If you want to go somewhere where u can talk to your party and enjoy your time together, this is the spot ! read more

I recently checked out the Goodtime Bar with a couple of gals and I was pleasantly surprised at this diamond in the rough. It specializes in natural wine (tasted light and juice like) and they offer delicious seasonal bites. I ordered the deviled eggs that consisted of crab fat mayo, smoked trout roe, and spring onion. Such a unique and cozy little spot with a chill vibe right in the heart of downtown San Jose. They even have a shiny disco ball for added flare! I highly recommend checking this spot out. Definitely get here early or right when it opens to snag a table inside as there's limited indoor seating. Cheers! read more

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Goodtime bar is all the things an establishment should be. Knowledgeable staff, amazing selection and everything is served with a real sense of pride and love. The small bites and charcuterie is next level perfection, the owner and staff love what they do and greet you with a smile. read more

Goodtime Bar - Wine Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

We're going to call this bar what it is-- a GEM to San Jose! Small spot with very aesthetic interior and a disco ball. Everyone working there was so nice and definitely a spot for locals. I had an orange wine and it was so good. I think next time I'll have to buy a bottle. We ordered the bread and butter and Creme brûlée and I swear the Creme brûlée was some of the best I've ever had, I almost wish we ordered two. Will definitely be back. I love this place. read more

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i was honestly blown away by the quality of the food and the wines at this bar! went out for a girl's dinner on a monday night and we were really impressed by everything we ordered (and it was almost the whole menu). MUST TRY items: fingerling potatoes, figs & burrata will definitely return and try more of their wines hehe read more

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One of my favorite spots in central San Jose. The atmosphere is relaxed, food and wine are phenomenal and the service is top tier. The staff are all very friendly and knowledgeable - it was nice to get some recommendations since I'm not particularly educated on wines. Food was excellent, the small plates are perfect for sharing, I went with two other friends and between the 3 of us we ordered 7 or 8 different items and couldn't finish what we had (and I have a huge appetite) so they don't skimp on the portions. They may be "small plates" but they fill them up. Best dishes in my opinion were the deviled eggs, fennel salad, and pasta dish which I can't remember what it was called since our server said they had just added it to the menu. Overall, the experience was extraordinary. I just went back the other night and will return regularly. Taking a group of 3-6 is best so you can try as many different dishes and wines as possible. read more

Everything we ordered at Goodtime Bar was amazing! They serve small plates to accompany their natural wine, and it's on another level. You can taste the intention, thoughtfulness, and quality in each sauce, garnish, and conception. I came in expecting a lot, and was blown away. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Not your typical wine bar. Really nice vibe, interesting wines and excellent food. Great spot to grab a small bite with some wine and chill. read more

Goodtime Bar - High quality small plates - in the foreground burrata&plums with bread - Wine Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Everything was so good! Cute little wine bar with amazing food!! We shared a few appetizers and wine for a group of 12 of us and the team was very accommodating. read more

Great drinks, tasty food, and the best vibe. I came by on a Sunday, and I am in love. Goodtime bar is the best new spot in SJ. The owners and staff are incredibly knowledgeable about natural wines. I had the Rkatsiteli and prawns. Highly recommend this orange wine. Come with friends, come with family, come with a date. The vibes match every occasion. read more

Goodtime Bar - I had the Rkatsiteli and prawns. Highly recommend this orange wine. Thanks for the great afternoon. - Wine Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Found my new favorite spot!!! Amazing service, drinks and food. Such a gem in San Jose. We usually head to the SF for a night out but now we can Uber much closer! Great for a chill evening out, a date night, or a lazy Sunday afternoon! The music is amazing- you can tell that the owners put a lot of thought into every detail. Parking lot is super close, so getting here is easy. Only downside of s that it gets crowded on Friday, Saturday so expect to stand - but the crowd is chill and friendly! read more

Super cute little spot that is great for date night or catching up with friends. I don't really drink wine but I enjoyed the white wine that I had. We also got the bread and butter and cured meat plate to share. What kind of stops me from giving this place 5 stars is because I thought it was a little pricey and I wish they served beer. read more

Goodtime is a chic wine bar that just opened on Fountain Alley and is the breath of fresh air that DTSJ needed! Came here during their soft opening for a friend's birthday celebration and it did not disappoint -- fantastic selection of natural wines, chill music, and a cozy ambiance (complete with a disco ball). Didn't try the food, but the menu looked impeccable. The owners are extremely friendly and knowledgeable; you can tell that every detail of the space has been thoughtfully curated. This place is the perfect vibe for a lowkey date spot or classy girls' night out. Would highly recommend! read more

I really loved the food, ambience, and the service here! All the food we ordered were so delicious and came on cute little tea plates they said they got from goodwill. They don't have a lot of tables and they are first come first served, you order all the food at the bar and can also taste the glass of wine you would like to taste before making your decision for the glass you want to drink for the night. I like that idea because I hate paying for a glass of wine I don't enjoy. I can't wait to come back. I wanted to add that Emilia at the bar is such a sweet heart and makes you feel very welcome! read more

We did a food and wine crawl in DTSJ and Goodtime Bar was our 3rd stop. (Little Wine House was stop 1, Devine Cheese was stop 2). Loved - The dole drink. so freakin tasty. Deviled eggs was the best I've ever had. Didn't love - the oysters. They were bland/flavorless/warm. Hated - how chaotic it is. I thought it was more of a restaurant, since the menu was so foodie forward, but it was more like a crazy packed bar. We couldn't get seats inside or outside, so it was hard to order our food. read more

This place had me purchasing their whole menu. Dishes are packed with flavor and customer service is spot on. Had the pleasure of talking to the owner regarding food inspiration. He mentioned he was targeting a French/Italian style shareable plates and that his chef adds an Asian flair to each plate. This is exactly what I've been looking for in the Bay Area, a spot with unique flavors unlike the rest. Customer recommendation: add some more deserts and keep the menu changing. Make us come back to try more unique flavors. Note: they have a cool little Monday runners club. Feel free to join them. read more

Wine- always learning something new. So many things I've never had, and staff is great about sharing rad things, I'm always intrigued and always pleased Staff- everyone here truly cares. They're a great crew, they're learning along with you in some ways and it's rad. I love seeing what is being brought into the realm of modern tastes and this place has wines you've certainly never had and it's a great experience every time. Food- modern, creative, inventive, comforting, complex, and goddamn delicious. For a small space they crank out huge flavors and really high end tastes. San Jose doesn't know what it's got here and it's worth celebrating. 10/10 on everything read more

Love this place! Just got back from my second time here. This time for our 9 year wedding anniversary date night and it was so fun and good! We got oysters - arancini - bread and butter - spot prawns - a pasta dish - scallop crudo - figs and coppa dish , and the best creme brûlée I've ever had... Everything was like a dish made up in my dreams. I had a sparkling Lambrusco and an orange wine that was divine. Look forward to more date nights here. And props to the staff who helped us secure a table by texting in advance so we could get in and out on time for childcare read more

Glad I found this place. Food was exceptional and service was very good. Wine options surprisingly weren't great, but this is a spot I will definitely return to. read more

came here on my anniversary date with my boyfriend. First off I would like to say I'd give this place 10 stars if yelp would allow. I WILL BE COMING HERE VERY OFTEN food: holy crap, never had such good tapas or snacks in my life. We had the michelada oysters, cucumber, fingerling potatoes, and the deviled eggs. ALL OF THEM WERE EXQUISITE, and got to meet the guy who created the menu. It is a little pricey but I WILL PAY more for the quality of the food being served. My favorite out of the bunch we tried was the potato's and the deviled eggs. However everything was amazing! So literally not one complaint Service: Jen had helped us out and she was very welcoming and considerate since it was our first time here. She let us taste the wine before buying and gave great recommendations Ambiance: just what San Jose needs. I have not found a place like this in this area. Very modern , clean and asthetically appealing. I LOVE THIS PLACE! Will be back soon! Food was absolutely amazing and love the vibes. I came around 4:30 on a weekday so I don't know what it's like when busy. But highly highly recommend to everyone who wants a chill, wine bar with AMAZING food read more

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Such a fun, intimate place for a girl's night. Me and my cousins enjoyed all the small appetizers! Wine selection was unique and well-priced. Would definitely come back again and maybe even make it one of my go-to bars in downtown San Jose! read more

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While the food was excellent the value was a little out of line. My main concern was around pricing involved the wine. We accepted the bartender's recommendation but were not satisfied with the selection. We were not offered a sample so just went with it. Our bad, but when we discovered there was a corkage fee to open the wine well, really. Won't go back. read more

A cozy, hidden gem! This is the kind of place I would take my visiting friends if I lived here! Fun, unique bites and flavors, super-friendly staff, tasteful music, and lovely, quaint touches (like their thrifted plates and bowls and silverware). Definitely more your vibe if you want to get away from the more typical, crazy-loud/crowded San Jose night bar scene. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Devil egg is amazing. Owner also super friendly. It's a very cozy place, good for a small group of folks to visit read more

5 stars is not enough for this place its literally my favorite go-to late night spot....everyone here is so kind, service is great and the energy is just so chill and cozy!!! food is literally the best and yeah it breaks da bank but its so worth it Like this is the spot that buzzfeed tasty thinks it is (and obviously is not)....100% girl dinner spot and we love her for it also i love that its open seating here! i think its super convenient to simply go the bar. music is always so good and i love that they also hold shows too from time to time. (please bring back the creme brulee and also the bread+butter combo) (the burrata and plum is sooooo friggin good) (the fingerling potatoes are a must try for first timers) read more

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Amazing place tucked away down an alley. Great wine list and innovative shareable plates of food. All well done in presentation and taste. Service was great. The perfect antidote to having an empty stomach. read more

Wow! What a find in San Jose! This place is super cool, from the fab menu to the AWESOME selection of natural wines (no pesticides, natural yeast, low/no sulfates, etc.). Nice ambience, friendly, knowledgeable staff and good music in the background. I will definitely be back!:) read more

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High scale environment and the food is really good and fancy. Saw Emilia working there and she greeted me and my friends, I was so glad to see her! read more

Twas a Monday night so it was a quiet evening. Service was great , music was good as was the wine . Nice ambiance which was perfect.