I live in the area and passed by a couple times. My cousin…read moreand I wanted to go somewhere low key to catch up and have a drink so we came to The Note Lounge. It was quiet, but our bartender Stephanie was so friendly and made our drinks perfectly. By 9pm at started picking up and there was a DJ, music and people dancing--it overall was a really fun time!

My bf and I live in the area and wanted to check out this neighborhood bar. We were hesitant since…read morethis seems like an older crowd, according to the limited pics/reviews. We went anyways and it was so wholesome! It was very lively on a Friday, they had a DJ and then karaoke later in the night. It was cool to see like a community in there, and everyone getting along. If you're younger, live in the area, and bored - doesn't hurt to come check it out!

One of my favorite bars of all time. Lovely staff including the front door dudes, good drinks and…read morethe vibes are immaculate. I have so many amazing memories here !

It's a great place to have a fun place to be silly in costume and wigs, and sing your heart out…read morewith lots of encouragement from the crowd. Our group of 6 arrived at 8PM to get on the virtual queue early. Wait was about 30-45 min even that early in the night. There were many regulars there ready to sing already. We were fine with waiting and enjoyed a round of drinks. Getting a table at that time was easy but within a couple hours, the place was crowded. The bartender was attentive even as more people came in. She got us our drink orders pretty fast. Drinks were ok, but we were there for karaoke not a cocktail experience.

They are now hosting the San Jose Poetry Slam once a month. Great fun, great atmosphere. Terrific…read morebar service and space for events and gatherings in general. It's conjoined with a Round Table restaurant so one can order a really good pizza and share it at the Wheelhouse.

I hosted a private event for around 25-30 of my friends at Wheelhouse last week and had the best…read moreexperience from start to finish! I had a silly idea to do a watch party for a reality TV show and as soon as I got on the phone with Kendall to discuss the details, I knew I was in good hands. She gave a great rate and was super helpful in coming up with ideas for the event. Both Kendall and Marcus were very involved in the event setup and helped with all the logistics necessary to make it a successful event. I've always loved coming to Wheelhouse with my family, but now I will consider them more often for future community events as well. Thank you guys!

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

Was the go to venue when you wanted to see up & coming country stars. Saw many big names in the…read morepast, since COVID - this place has changed and no.lomgee hosts such shows. The venue is drastically different and has had countless negative reviews. The venue should consider bringing the country shows back. Increase their revenue, and overall service quality. San Jose can use it!

Free entrance before 10:00 pm. Open parking spaces…read more Taco stand outside the building.

The Hedley club has re-opened as of May 22, 2025. They are open Tuesday-Saturday, and host live…read morejazz on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. On 5/22/2025, the Roger Glenn quartet performed.

The Hedley Club closed after Halloween for renovations and won't open until March 2026. We were…read moredisappointed and I hope the bar will not be changed too much and still have its wonderful ambiance when it reopens.

I'm in love with this venue for a multitude of reasons. First, let's give respect where respect is…read moredue: this is not just a venue, this is an intentional community of artists. And not just musicians, but there are local artists items for sale in the front shop; there is a podcast growing out of this location; and there is lots of mentoring, growth, inspiration, and the what every artist looks for, great after hour hangs with like minded folx. I'm a fan of the space because the acoustics are always just right, and the lighting is vibrantly cozy. There is no bad seat in the house, and I can always find a place to slink into the back drop of events, even though it's hard to show up here and not engage in some friendly conversation with the regulars. It's the way my artist friends rave about this place that also makes me recommend it to anyone looking for a new venue to hear local music, or tell visiting artists about it. I feel confident that you are going to watch a quality show, have a good time, drink some REALLY good beer, and if you like tater tots, order The King Tut tots (they always hit for me). But in all seriousness, this is a venue that is more than just an establishment. So I'm curious if it also serves as a meeting place for community groups. I'd love to see this place used to really bring all walks of life together, not just those who are musically inclined, artistic, or a consumer of the two. Because there is something magical about the history behind SLG Art Boutiki & Gallery's inception, and the walls are full of tales that need to be told to keep its story alive in San Jose. Please check out a show here in 2025, visit the gallery, listen to the podcast, and tell me if I'm wrong for having a fond attachment to this place. I bet you'll find a new hidden gem to gush about, too.

So sad this place is closing! Great bands, great vibes, plus food and comics…read more I have great memories - thanks Dan Vado for years of local entertainment!

Lolah was amazing. Her beautiful voice with the occasion of our outdoor memorial event was perfect…read more Somehow I knew she was going to be what we needed and she was exactly that and more with her presence. So appreciative of her voice, her musician skills, her flexibility, and excellent communication. I highly recommend Lolah, 100%.

Really rocking performance by Lolah at our private event in our backyard! She arrived on time, got…read moresetup on time and was ready to rock and roll at planned time. We had the performance split into three parts for the event and she made all that happen so seamlessly. So many of our guests appreciated the performance directly with Lolah as well as us(hosts) afterward. What was also phenomenal was that she not only sang solo with her guitar , she also sang karaoke dance numbers to get the crowd excited while the evening music transitioned to our DJ. Would happily have her back for any event in the future.