The Best Bars in South Bay

Hedley Club in the Hotel De Anza

The Hedley Club in the Hotel De Anza is a posh hideaway that attracts a refined crowd of cocktail seekers. Their petit menu boasts Mediterranean influences, the approachable wine list is extensive enough to offer multiple pairing options and the list... more

Henry's Hi-Life

There are few places in San Jose that are as unapologetically carnivorous as Henry's World Famous Hi-Life, and that's why we love it. If you've never been here, the deal goes like this: 1) walk in, take a number, park at a barstool, get a cocktail or... more

Henry's World Famous Hi-Life

Henry's Hi-Life serves "The Best BBQ Steaks, Ribs, Chicken" in San Jose! Award winning BBQ Steaks & Ribs!! Featured on Man v. Food for fall off the bone "BBQ Baby Back Ribs".  Menu also includes Pasta, Salmon, Teriaki Chicken and Burgers (at... more

Hermitage Brewing Company

Hermitage's comfortable, hidden, no-frills tap room is located inside the brewery, with five beers served year-round. The flights are aromatic and diverse. The flagship is the single-hop IPA series, Citra, but Hoptopia and Maltopia remain San Jose cl... more

Hiphugger

948 W. El Camino Real; 408.736.8585. There’s a regular pool tournament at the Hiphugger, but that’s not why people are there. It’s the exotic dancers. -- Metro Bars/Clubs, June 16-22, 2010 more

Hop & Vine

A few minutes from downtown on the Alameda, Hop & Vine, formerly Wine Affairs, offers wine and beer in the atmosphere of a upscale pub. The focus is quality wines and beers from a wide range of suppliers small and large. more

Hukilau San Jose

Hukilau is a little bit of the islands transported to the mainland and planted between a sushi restaurant and a Japanese market in downtown San Jose's Japantown. Aloha Happy Hours that linger long into the night and Wahini Specials for the ladies pro... more

Huntington Station

Huntington Station Restaurant and Sports Pub, formerly known as Glory Days, is a great place to enjoy sports in downtown Morgan Hill. We feature a full bar, fine food and wine served in a casual, family-friendly sports pub atmosphere.... more

Hyde Park Cocktail Lounge

A low-maintenance sanctuary for folks who plan on drinking 'til they die, Hyde Park Cocktail Lounge is where one can wile away the hours downing brews and avoiding the hype of the nightlife scene. Old-school photos of dead celebrities from the 50s an... more

IC Lounge

IC Lounge - handcrafted cocktails, a wide selection of wines, small plates, plus chill-out music make this a fun adult place to unwind at close of the day. Friday and Saturday Night Live Jazz Music from 9:30 pm to midnight.This location incorporates... more

Improv Comedy Club and Restaurant

From big name comedians to open mic nights, the Improv always seems to have something going on. The Improv also hosts the most exciting event in amateur standup each year—the Improv Finals, or "Cream of the Crap," as it has been lovingly dubbed... more

ISO Beers

This spacious location with its minimalist straight lines of metal and wood becomes whatever it needs to be: date night, a place to decompress with coworkers or a spot to watch the game. The selection is enormous: 40 beers on tap every day and a wall... more

ISO Beers

Jack Rose Libation House

Los Gatos has a secret weapon: bartender Jorge Vargas Baquedano. Later this month he’ll compete in Diageo's “World Class” for the title of best U.S. bartender. In January, he was named runner up in Woodford Reserve’s “Ma... more

Jack's Bar & Lounge

A clean, friendly, and cozy neighborhood bar to meet with friends, catch a game, play some beer pong, and of course have a few drinks and a great time. A neighborhood dive bar with some improvements, like real bathrooms, flat-panel HDTVs and a sleek... more

Jade Leaf Lounge

* Asian Fusion, Lounge - Beer and Wine, Lunch, PHO until 11pm, Boba tea from 11am to 7pm daily * Live Music Friday-Sunday 8pm to 11:30pm, no cover charge * Private Parties more

JJ's Blues

Boasting live entertainment every night, JJ's Blues is a cozy neighborhood blues dive with a full bar and awesome tunes. Hmm…do you need anything else? Well just in case that didn't convince you of JJ's worthiness in the San Jose bar scene, th... more

Katie Bloom's Irish Pub Restaurant

For those longing for the good 'ol days knocking down pints of Guinness in the emerald country, Katie Bloom's Irish Pub & Restaurant in Old Town Campbell offers a local alternative. Between noshing on standard pub grub or taking in helpings of sa... more

Khartoum

Khartoum may be the capital of Sudan to some people—OK, let's get real: only geography buffs would know that—but to Campbell drinkers, Khartoum is one of the most inviting local watering holes to plunk your alcohol-loving behind. It's the... more

King of Clubs

Cabaret, drag and goth-industrial ho-downs keep the King of Clubs one of Mountain View’s quirkiest bars, a draw for the entire LGBT spectrum. But it’s the no-cover karaoke with up-to-date musical selections that make this off-the-beaten p... more

King's Head Pub and Restaurant - CLOSED

Anglophiles from all over Silicon Valley flock to the King's Head Pub & Restaurant in Campbell because it's got that true sense of the Isles on tap. A bastion for all things British, the King's Head has it all: booze, billiards, authentic Brit pu... more

Kyoto Palace

Win $100 to Kyoto Palace!  Kyoto Palace Japanese Steakhouse, nestled on the second floor of the Pruneyard Shopping Center in Campbell is celebrating its 36th year serving Japanese cuisine. You may know of Kyoto Palace by its original name, Fuji... more

Ladera Grill

At the all-new Ladera Grill, noted local chef Tony Garcia prepares a wide range of his signature Italian entrees along with fresh seafood, fine steaks, and innovative daily specials. We are located in downtown Morgan Hill in the historic Skeel's Bu... more

Lexington House

Known as a bar with a restaurant--not the other way around--this is the perfect spot to share local, seasonal and organic drinks drinks with friends. Lesser-known classics, like the “Fish-House Punch” (rumored to be a favorite of our Firs... more

Lido's Nightclub

To call Lido’s eccentric is an understatement. With a Latin bar on the bottom and Asian disco up top, goth drag one night and Spanish-pop lip-sync battles the next, it could very well be the South Bay’s strangest nightclub. Though not an... more

Lilly Mac's Restaurant & Pub

If you're interested in a relaxing meal, a fresh pint of Guinness, or a friendly face to coverse with, our staff are always ready and willing to help. Stop in for a pint after a hard days work. We have large screen TVs broadcasting live international... more

Liquid Bread Gastropub

This lively, stylish Campbell gastropub combines a fancier dining experience with a down-to-earth, unpretentious pub atmosphere. There are 21 taps and 50 bottles, with the owners curating and allocating specialty beer and limited releases everyday. D... more

Liquid Restaurant and Lounge

The restaurant features a blend of Asian Fusion cuisine with a wide side of appetizers entrees, and side orders for lunch and dinner. DJs spin on weekends. Happy Hour Drink Specials:  Tue - Fri, 3pm - 7pm / Thu - Sun, 9pm - 11pm more

Little Franks Bar & Grill

Milipitas.com editorial review: Frank Palladini's simple, working class style Milpitas bar has attracted a young clientele who prefer darts, pool and honest drinks to scenes and poseurs. Located near the Highway 237 (Calaveras Avenue) expressway over... more

Little Wine Counter

The name says it all. Tucked into a small corner of the Pruneyard in Campbell is the tiny gem known as Little Wine Counter. Built upon the success of Little Chef Counter in San Pedro Square Market, this humble establishment offers a small selection o... more

Loma Brewing Company

Loma Brewing Company is downtown Los Gatos’ newest brewpub by brothers Scott and Kevin Youkilis, bringing together delicious craft beers and high-quality casual comfort food in a lively atmosphere. Loma's central location reflects its desire to... more

Ludwig's Biergarten

Ludwig's Biergarten offers Mountain View a California take on the German biergarten. The biergarten tradition continues and the beer flows in a relaxing social atmosphere, perfect for community and group gatherings. more

Ludwig's German Table

A fresh German experience featuring a classic bar, delicious traditional food, beer a pletny, and out door seating. more

M & H Tavern

M & H Tavern is chill bar on the main strip of downtown Morgan Hill.   We have classic jukebox for music and our bar accepts credit cards.    more

Mac's Club

Less a club and more of a laid-back neighborhood dive, Mac’s is one of the longest-running gay bars in the South Bay. Cheap drinks and a mellow atmosphere lure a clutch of weekday regulars, gay and straight. Weekends bring a crush of patrons pr... more

Martini Monkey

2009 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - Third Place Best Martinis more

Mervyn's Lounge

As downtown Mountain View becomes increasingly gentrified by the tech elite, it’s nice to know there is still a place you can tie one on for cheap. Hidden away in a small alleyway, just off of Castro Street, Mervyn’s is just a short walk... more

Mexico Lindo Restaurant

Boasting authentic Mexican cuisine and potent margaritas, Mexico Lindo Restaurant and Cantina satisfies cravings for home-cooked south of the border fare. The restaurant's décor matches the down-home fare and although somewhat simple, both the... more

Miami Beach Club

Lots of DJ action keeps the dance floor busy. The club serves the South Bay's Latin salsa scene, and offers free lessons. -- Metro Bars & Clubs, June 16, 2010 2009 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - Second Place Best Latin/Salsa Cl... more

Mission Creek Brewing Company

This brewery attached to the Whole Foods feels like a vacation. Munch and swig the amber hued goodness outside in the sunshine and people-watch the city from the upstairs brewery. Twenty taps of local craft beer rotate. Four beers, deeply aromatic an... more

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