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    Yard House

    3.7 (4.6k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Loud
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Brussels sprouts
    Brandy L.

    Went for lunch located in Santana row. Got seated right away by a very friendly hostess. Never been during the day so weird to see it almost empty. Not a beer drinker but love the atmosphere seeing all the pipes overhead pumping the brew. Food was good and large portions. Able to share my plate . Great spot to grab lunch or dinner or even happy hour .

    Poke nachos
    Cindy M.

    Late night eats didn't disappoint. I was a little surprised it was busy on 4th of July. People trickled in as the night went on. Wine was perfect. Rose and Pinot noir both get a thumbs up. Fish and chips was generous. Loved the two sauces that came with it. Burger was thick and filling. Atmosphere: Loud, videos from my era playing on the TV's and comfortable seating made it a casual down to earth experience with good food. Our server never came back to give us our bill so we had to flag someone down.

    Mushroom Pizza
    Emily M.

    Yard house happy hour has to be one of my favorite places for happy hour. They have a good variety for cheap. Not only is the food good but it's a great place for any sporting event as they have TVs from every angle that there isn't one bad seat in the restaurant. For the happy hour I got the poke nachos and the mushroom pizza. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the pizza. The crust was super light and each bite was packed with flavor. The poke nachos were also a huge hit but I did notices some inconsistencies as some peoples poke nachos seemed to be alot more loaded than ours. However the wonton chips alone on the poke nachos were supper delicious and not too hard where it cuts up your mouth

    Poke Nachos
    Rachel L.

    Such a fun happy hour experience! Half off apps were totally worth it. If there's one thing you HAVE to get it's the chicken nachos. This was MASSIVE and so delicious. I personally also really enjoyed the fried calamari with spicy peppers. the poke nachos, and the lettuce chicken wraps. I would honestly skip on the pepperoni pizza though. They had $2 off beers which made for a great time! Our server was not exactly the most enthusiastic but pretty helpful and let us try lots of beer samples. Ambiance is just like any American restaurant/bar chain you'd stumble across.

    Margherita Pizza
    Megan S.

    Service was 5/5, even on a super busy night with a huge waitlist! Everything came out fresh and fast and our server was knowledgeable and super friendly! The margarita pizza didn't look like the one on their menu - way too cheesy for my liking and lacking tomatoes. The crust was also so puffy in places that it just crusted away so half the pizza was inedible. The beef bowl was surprisingly super tasty - just too salty and lacked rice. It was mostly vegetables, which were still great, but it definitely needs more starch. The chips and guac were fantastic! Warm chips and spicy guac - can't go wrong. Overall just mediocre. Would go again for happy hour.

    Fried Calamari, Cheese Curds
    Jenny D.

    We ate here on Friday evening. It was crowded and lively, as expected. We were a large party so we had to wait very long, even though we had a reservation. We ordered lobster garlic noodles, which is my absolute favorite meal. There's a perfect amount of garlic so that the noodles don't feel creamy and oily. We also ordered a truffle cheese burger and sweet potato fries. The burger has a typical flavor and the fries portion was small. My group tried the cheese curds and calamari. The calamari was alright. We'd probably skip the cheese curds. Overall, Yard House is a great restaurant. I would come back here if I'm eating with a small group.

    Pepper Jack Burger
    Thinh L.

    I have been going here since I was a teenager and the consistency has been more or less the same. The food might've been much higher quality back then but overall the interior and service has always been at a good standard. I like the staff's responsiveness to seating especially during busy times. I usually go here for happy hour and get some apps and brews in my system. There is a lot of comfort food options although not the best for you health-wise still hits the spot.

    Jennifer

    We came around 7:30 on a weekday and there was a 10 minute wait, but it was worth it! We enjoyed most of our dishes and the good came out quickly. Taste: We tried a variety of ahi tuna dishes, nachos, chicken wings, brussels sprouts, calamari, and chicken dishes. My personal favorite was anything with tuna. Parking: There's a few parking gathers nearby and the first 2 hours is free. Service: Good

    Suzie C.

    Great ambiance, typically nice and fast service. Unfortunatley, this place is only good for happy hour. If you go on regular hours, the food is over priced especially if you measure the quality to price ratio. Happu hour is a whole diffefent story, you will get the most bang for the buck. They do have a great beer selection, so its a big plus. Also drinking a half yard gives you a better experiemce.

    Steph L.

    We came here to watch the England vs Mexico game with a group of 9 people. The restaurant was packed and we loved the energy in the restaurant. Service was excellent despite it being such a busy evening. My favorite was the lemon pepper fried wings, the Margherita pizza, and the poke nachos. The fish and chips was also delicious because of the breading on the fish and the fish itself was perfect cooked. We also tried some of their grapefruit beer which I enjoyed immensely and also some of their cocktails with coconut. Overall they exceeded my expectations for both the food, service, and drinks. Excited to return and try their happy hour.

    Classic Sliders
    HanNa P.

    We visited for happy hour on a weekday. Service was fine. We sat at the bar. Ordered two drinks and some food too. Beer, Dragonfruit lemonade, Four cheese dip and Classic sliders. Everything was ok. Menu has lots of choices. It hit the cravings. But inside was a bit unclean. Private lot in mall.

    Fried Chicken Sandwich
    analynn n.

    I often go during happy hour which is 3-6pm so most appetizers are half off. Poke nachos are FIRE I eat 2 plates alone :). Don't recommend anything chicken as they tend to be burnt. Service is typically nice and you can order on the tablet so you don't have to flag your waiter down. It can get pretty hectic sometimes but honestly not bad for a quick cheap eat. The place is pretty big and loud.

    Spinach Dip
    Rose L.

    Happy hour is amazing as usual! I love the spinach dip the most but the ahi tuna tower and calamari is yummy as well! The bar is first come first serve and the tables you may have to wait. Ginger ale is yum although some limes would be swell! Service is always nice.

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    Ask the Community - Yard House

    Can I order from the Happy Hour menu To Go? Or would they sit me if I just come solo?

    Happy hours are not take outs !

    Hi, Do you guys take the Reservation for party 10ppl on Sunday evening and do early birthday special?

    Yes

    How does happy hour work? If I can get the table before 6pm it still count happy hour?

    Typically any order that gets placed before 6pm will be at happy hour pricing. Anything after will be regular priced

    Could we call in for reservation for bday party?Thanks

    yes, i would 100% call & make one. it can get very packed, especially if there's a game of some sort going on.

    How many cards can be used to split a bill for a large party?

    you're able to pay individually on the ipad, it wouldn't matter how much, you just have to click on the items you want to pay for!

    Can I order from regular menu during happy hours?

    Yes, you can order from the regular menu (at the menu prices).

    Is there outdoor dining?

    No more outdoor patio..

    Is it still no reservations just call ahead on the day of for a big group?

    No reservations.. not sure about call ahead

    Does anyone know if they accept reservations or call in advance type waitlist on fridqy evening?

    Hey, Juan! No reservations but you can always call to see if we have our call-ahead seating available: (408) 241-9273

    Do you guys do birthday specials?

    Hey, Jessica! Just let our San Jose team know it's your birthday and they'll get you a free dessert.

    How many days in advance should I call ahead if I have a big party wanting to go for dinner there on a Saturday night?

    Hey again, Monica! We don't have call-ahead seating available for our location at the moment, but you can always give us a call anytime this week to see if our team is able to accommodate any requests you may have. Here's the number: (408) 241-9273

    Can I call ahead for a large party of people for a Saturday night?

    Probably! Never hurts to call and just ask.

    Do you guys require show of covid vaccination cards?

    No.

    Are you planning on bringing back mini peach cobbler dessert? I REALLY miss it:(

    Hey Pat! It's not looking good. Sometimes, bad things happen to good desserts.

    I know theres no reservations right now but do you take big groups?

    Hey Evelyn! Correct. We can definitely accommodate large parties! We just ask you call ahead and give us a heads up, preferably a couple days in advance.

    What time and days are happy hour!?

    Hey, Bri! Our Happy Hour is Monday - Friday from 3:00PM to 6:00PM.

    Do you do reservations yet?

    Hey Annie! We are not taking reservations.

    Why did you guys get rid of your lobster ravioli? That was my favorite dish :(

    Hey Mikaela! We are always evaluating our menu based on guest feedback. It’s always hard to say goodbye to a favorite dish. When the time is right, we hope you’ll say hello to a new favorite.

    Are dogs allowed for outdoor dining?

    Last I heard dogs were not allowed

    Can reservations be made by phone for the weekend slot?

    no reservations and no call ahead, everything is first come first serve in person

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    Vegetarian House

    Vegetarian House

    4.2
    (1.3k reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    Great food Great service…read moreCentral location Nice variety All Vegan (or almost fully) Ambiance is quite decent

    Interesting place to eat. The main restaurant is open during the weekends. They only have the…read moreoutdoor patio open during the week. I walked up to the window to see how they operate. I was informed that the patio is open and to order using a QR code at one of the tables in the patio. You have to sign in and create an account to order. It took me a minute to order. I wanted to try their specialty dishes especially because they have mushroom dishes and soy protein dishes. But by the time I was able to figure out how to order and sign up, I was pressed for time to order a meal and ended up ordering crispy spring rolls. Once your order is placed, you wait for a text to let you know your order is ready. Then I have to pick up at the window. Spring rolls were okay. I really wanted to try the crispy oyster mushrooms or the lion mane mushroom dish. Or even the Sea Fruits plate but I wasn't going to have enough time to enjoy them. The patio was fine. A few picnic tables. You bus your own table at the end. Everything they used was biodegradable. I wish it was a better experience. The food looked delicious in pictures, but eating in an outdoor patio, ordering from a QR code, and picking up your food from the window made for a sad and sub par experience.

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    Merit Vegan Restaurant

    Merit Vegan Restaurant

    4.2
    (1.9k reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    Got the Mongolian delight and tofu eggplant clay pot and asked for two servings of rice…read more We ate every last morsel and even though I was ready to pop, dessert piqued my interest. We ended up ordering a slice of mango cake and yum. Definitely did not disappoint. Tasted like a good old fashioned Asian fruit cake in the best way possible. Light, soft sponge, airy sweet cream, hint of mango. The high praise for Asian dessert of "not too sweet". My only complaint is that I wish we lived closer!

    This is a very successful vegan restaurant, and its strength is that it prioritizes well-cooked…read morevegetables over fake meat. Dishes that are vegetable-based or prioritize seitan and tofu are typically the best kind of vegan food, over fake meat that never tastes like what its imitating. I wouldn't bring someone without dietary restrictions here, but I think it's a perfect place to bring a vegan/vegetarian/meat-restricted person. They have a lot of good options here. The soups are relatively flavourful for vegan broths. The curry fried rice is delicious as well. I also appreciate the variety of drink options made with vegan milk substitutes. The service is pretty fast considering how busy it gets. Some of the workers can't speak much English, but it hasn't been an issue. Southeast Asian food can be very meat-heavy, so places like this are great. If your vegetarian friend is ever craving Thai or Vietnamese food, bring them here!

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    Meso Modern Mediterranean

    Meso Modern Mediterranean

    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.3 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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    Urban Plates

    Urban Plates

    4.3
    (577 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Disclaimer: Ordered on doordash…read more The flavors of the chicken were carried through with the chimichurri sauce. Seasoned well. The roasted potatoes were cooked perfectly with soft texture when biting. The broccolini in the sesame sauce was sweet balancing the meal overall. Everything came inside the bag with utensils and microwavable takeout trays. Would like to try again in person!

    Food Rating: 3/10 Price: 7/10…read more Ambiance/Service: 7/10 Overall Rating: 5.7 Came here at 7pm on a Sunday, and there was plenty of seating inside. It's mostly self service. You order at the counter, get a number, pick where you want to sit, and they bring the food to you. Even before my food came out, I noticed a weird, unpleasant sour smell in the air while sitting down. The food came out pretty fast and the prices were pretty fair, but overall the food quality wasn't great. Grilled Grass Fed Steak - $22.99 Rating: (3/10) It hurt a little when I ordered and the cashier at the front didn't ask me how I wanted the steak cooked. They even ask at Chili's how you'd like your steak done. The steak was cooked medium (a bit overcooked for my liking) and was pretty dry toward the side pieces. I also think there needed to be a bit more seasoning variety than just salt and pepper, since it tasted pretty bland. The fries were okay, a bit too salty and under fried. A lot of the bites I had were filled with massive salt crystal chunks. But the real meal and dish killer was the brussels sprouts. First off, it looked nothing like the pictures on the website. The brussels sprouts were way undercooked. The balsamic dressing was unpalatable, purely a bad balsamic vinaigrette, overwhelmingly harsh with a throat burning sourness that overpowered the dish rather than balancing it. It also tasted like sugary corn syrup mixed with harsh vinegar, coating veggies in a sticky, cloying film. Looking back, that pungent vinaigrette could be what I was smelling in the air before my food even came out.

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    1/2 Turkey Avocado Club Sandwich with a side salad
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    Garlic Shrimp w/ Parmesan ($5 add-on)

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