The Caravan Lounge is a nightlife spot in Downtown, San Jose.
The Caravan Lounge is San Jose's oldest owner-operated dive bar, open 365 days a year with free live music, comedy, karaoke, and a pool table in the back.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Tip: Late-night Power Hour from 11pm to midnight offers cut-price drinks; no cover ever. One of downtown San Jose's most dependable all-night spots.
Address: 98 S Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95113
Britannia Arms Downtown is a large British sports bar in San Jose with indoor and outdoor bars, TVs on every wall, and Friday and Saturday service until 2am.
Tip: The patio is one of the largest outdoor bar spaces in downtown San Jose; fish and chips are made in-house and hold up well past midnight.
MINIBOSS is a 5,000 sq ft arcade bar in downtown San Jose with 30-plus classic arcade games, 12 pinball machines, craft cocktails, and Detroit-style pizza.
Tip: Arrive early on weekends to claim your favorite cabinet; Sunday noon opening is family-friendly until the evening crowd arrives.
Splash is San Jose's top LGBTQ dance club with two levels of dancing, 20-plus video screens, rooftop patio, and electrifying drag shows every week.
Tip: Monday Power Hour has $1 drinks; Drag Bingo on Monday nights draws a lively mixed crowd.
NOVA is a polished upscale nightclub in downtown San Jose blending modern cuisine and specialty cocktails with DJ sets of R&B, rap, and pop.
Tip: Bottle service and VIP sections available; reserve a table in advance for weekend nights.
Selva is an immersive jungle-themed tequila lounge in downtown San Jose that transitions from tranquil cocktail bar to full dance night with live DJs.
Tip: Complimentary chicharrones arrive with your drinks; the jungle decor and disco ball ceiling make it one of DTSJ's most photogenic spots.
Britannia Arms Downtown is a large British sports bar in San Jose with indoor and outdoor bars, TVs on every wall, and Friday and Saturday service until 2am.
Tip: The patio is one of the largest outdoor bar spaces in downtown San Jose; fish and chips are made in-house and hold up well past midnight.
MINIBOSS is a 5,000 sq ft arcade bar in downtown San Jose with 30-plus classic arcade games, 12 pinball machines, craft cocktails, and Detroit-style pizza.
Tip: Arrive early on weekends to claim your favorite cabinet; Sunday noon opening is family-friendly until the evening crowd arrives.
The Ritz is San Jose's premier nightclub in the SoFA District, hosting live bands, DJ nights, and themed dance parties for crowds up to 500.
Tip: Themed nights like emo ragers and throwback parties sell out fast; check the calendar before arriving.
Splash is San Jose's top LGBTQ dance club with two levels of dancing, 20-plus video screens, rooftop patio, and electrifying drag shows every week.
Tip: Monday Power Hour has $1 drinks; Drag Bingo on Monday nights draws a lively mixed crowd.
NOVA is a polished upscale nightclub in downtown San Jose blending modern cuisine and specialty cocktails with DJ sets of R&B, rap, and pop.
Tip: Bottle service and VIP sections available; reserve a table in advance for weekend nights.
Selva is an immersive jungle-themed tequila lounge in downtown San Jose that transitions from tranquil cocktail bar to full dance night with live DJs.
Tip: Complimentary chicharrones arrive with your drinks; the jungle decor and disco ball ceiling make it one of DTSJ's most photogenic spots.
