Top Rated Nightlife in San Jose

Located in the classy Hotel de Anza, the Hedley Club is a great place to meet a friend or a date for one of their finely-crafted seasonal cocktails. The food is made-up of light Mediterranean fare and the bar is stocked with the finest of liquors and wine (international and local varieties), while the decor is pure art-deco luxury. You will feel like a socialite sipping drinks here, and it gets even better when the live music kicks in around 8p. Check the website's calendar for special events.

Enjoy casual dining by the poolside at 4290 Bistro & Bar inside the Crowne Plaza Cabana hotel. The menu is a spectacular array starting from a healthy breakfast to a delicious dinner. It features Buttermilk Pancakes with Maple Syrup, Bagel with Cream Cheese, Flatiron Steak Frites and Grilled Artichokes. The food is fresh and savory, appealing to the palate. Thoroughly local in terms of ingredients and taste, 4290 presents comfort food at its best. The ambience is casual and easy going, while the staff is knowledgeable. Enjoy cocktails by the poolside- a good way to beat the heat!

Located in the Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Downtown, this Euro-Asia-American fusion restaurant is a great place to go for a nightcap, to meet up with old friends, or meet new ones! Diverse crowds are sure to be satisfied with an equally diverse menu featuring international favorites from the dishes to the drinks. Mosaic is also available for private parties; check out the website for more information.

At Zone 8, you can get to watch numerous sports on what might be some of the largest screens in San Jose. They house HD projection screens and wall-to-wall TVs that ensure an amazing experience of watching your favourite sports over food. That being said, they have an international menu and serve everything from noodles, to pizzas, and steaks. Indoor and patio seating options are available. There is also a special happy hour menu and an express lunch menu.

The W XYZ Bar at the Aloft Cupertino is a fine place to enjoy a well-crafted cocktail and a delicious bite with friends. Sleek lines and ambient lighting create an ambiance that is relaxed, cool and comfortable, perfect for a casual drink after work, or a toast to celebrate a special event. From the menu sample fine wines, chilled beer and cocktails alongside a variety of small plates. The varied drink and food menu pairs perfectly with an eclectic entertainment program featuring live music, DJ nights and special events. There's even a pool table for you and your friends to enjoy and you drink in the ambiance.

Vbar, situated within Hotel Valencia Santana Row, is replete with glamor, luxury and creative cocktails. Polished wooden columns, sparkling red interiors, curtains with metallic beads, leather stools and a charming balcony seating provide the perfect ambience for a date night or a high-profile business meeting. Seated in the balcony, guests can enjoy magnificent views of the Santana Row streetscape. Savor bar snacks such as Chicken Koobideh, Truffle-White Bean Hummus and Chipotle BBQ Pork Sliders, complemented by a selection of expensive wine and cocktails. Head here during the Happy Hours for the best discounts.