San Jose · Santa Clara County, CA
Nightlife in San Jose
Scout analyzed 127 San Jose places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.
Places analyzed
127
Matches
9
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.6 hr
Best neighborhoods for nightlife
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Downtown and SOFA
San Jose Improv
Part of a NYC comedy club chain started in the '60s, this spot hosts big-name & lesser-known comics.
Ballbach and SOFA
Market Bar
Informal, loftlike watering hole with classic & unique cocktails, craft beers & California wines.
Ballbach and SOFA
Dr. Funk
Ballbach and SOFA
The Caravan Lounge
Well-worn spot in an unassuming building known for local bands, loud music, drinks & a punk vibe.
Ballbach and SOFA
O'Flaherty's Irish Pub
Laid-back pub for traditional comfort food like Irish stew along with a good variety of draft beers.
North Willow Glen
Willow Den Public House
Dimly lit strip-mall bar with pool tables, shuffleboard & DJ events.
Ballbach and SOFA
The Continental Bar Lounge & Patio
Roomy bar decked out with comfy sofas & reclaimed wood accents for specialty cocktails & craft beer.
Downtown and SOFA
Paper Plane
Relaxed spot with a long bar in an exposed brick space for creative or classic cocktails & snacks.
Ballbach and SOFA
The Farmers Union
Comfy tavern with craft beers, large TVs & sustainable American eats in a historic brick building.
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