Mezcal ★ 4.0
Mezcal in downtown San Jose serves authentic Oaxacan cooking with family-recipe moles, tlayudas, chapulines, and a signature mezcal cocktail program.
Order: Tlayuda with black bean puree and mole negro
Original Joe's is an italian-american restaurant in Downtown, San Jose.
Original Joe's has anchored downtown San Jose since 1956, serving generous Italian-American classics like prime rib and the beloved Joe's Special.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Must order: Joe's Special with ground beef, eggs and spinach
Address: 301 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113
Mezcal in downtown San Jose serves authentic Oaxacan cooking with family-recipe moles, tlayudas, chapulines, and a signature mezcal cocktail program.
Order: Tlayuda with black bean puree and mole negro
SP2 Communal Bar in downtown San Jose serves seasonal American shareable plates, craft beers, and a popular late-night bar scene on weekends.
Order: Seasonal shared plates with craft cocktails
District in San Jose's San Pedro Square pairs globally inspired small plates with one of the city's most extensive wine and whiskey programs.
Order: Globally inspired shareable plates with curated whiskey
Mezcal in downtown San Jose serves authentic Oaxacan cooking with family-recipe moles, tlayudas, chapulines, and a signature mezcal cocktail program.
Order: Tlayuda with black bean puree and mole negro
LUNA Mexican Kitchen on The Alameda in San Jose earned Michelin notice for its farm-to-table Mexican cuisine with organic seasonal ingredients.
Order: Enchiladas with house-made mole
Black Sheep Brasserie in San Jose's Willow Glen pairs French technique with California ingredients, featuring escargots and an elegant wine list.
Order: Escargots with garlic herb butter and puff pastry
The Table in San Jose's Willow Glen is beloved for seasonal New American cuisine, craft cocktails, and an outdoor-friendly weekend brunch atmosphere.
Order: Seasonal farm-to-table brunch plates
SP2 Communal Bar in downtown San Jose serves seasonal American shareable plates, craft beers, and a popular late-night bar scene on weekends.
Order: Seasonal shared plates with craft cocktails
District in San Jose's San Pedro Square pairs globally inspired small plates with one of the city's most extensive wine and whiskey programs.
Order: Globally inspired shareable plates with curated whiskey