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Loft Bar & Bistro
90 S 2nd St, San Jose, CA 95113, United States
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Loft Bar & Bistro

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Mi
Review №1

My friend and I came here for some pre-dinner drinks and small bites. This dazzling wine cellar right off of Market Street is a perfect spot for group events, parties, corporate events and some reconnecting and relaxing. A well-appointed blend of modern sophistication, stylish design and chic comfort, complete with a soothing interior design made from rare woods, modern accent lighting and comfy upholstered seating. Gather under one of several low-lit lounge areas and sample some delicious wines and signature small bites while being attended to by one of the crisply-clad servers on the floor.

Os
Review №2

Very friendly & helpful security there. We had a quick lunch and the food was delicious. Good service too.

La
Review №3

Nice restaurant for dinner out with your date.Not munch of a view. Upstairs dining area is more roomy. Parking can be tricky, but restaurant have parking validation.

He
Review №4

Had lunch here. Really enjoyed the food. Very cozy, clean, pleasant staff. Prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend crab stuffed salmon.

Pe
Review №5

Great variety of American Bistro food. Both entrees we ordered were delicious and good portion size. The crab stuffed salmon was delightful. We also got the baby spinach salad.

Mi
Review №6

I visit here for lunch with my hubby, and we enjoyed the food. It was great, and the server was nice.

1f
Review №7

One of my favorite restaurants. Been coming here for 15 years . The best

Na
Review №8

We were lucky to get a table as this place had three private parties going on. We managed to eat in the outdoor tent area which was cooler than inside but still ok. We each ordered appetizer size food and was a perfect amount for the not so hungry. Prawns were cooked perfectly and paired well with the mixed greens. Our waitress, Nicole, wasn’t so great. She poured a taste of wine and left the table with our bottle for all of us to pour ourselves. She was not attentive and seemed very quick to try and run away from us. We will be back for the food and hope we don’t sit in her section.

de
Review №9

We have been long time customers of the Loft and we keep coming back because it never disappoints us. Great food great service are always on tap. The wedge salad is one of my favorites as well as the steak bites and the calamari. Rarely do we get dessert since I’m always too full, but this time we split a creme brûlée and it was amazing. Sorry didn’t think to take photo before. Haha!

Li
Review №10

There was no wait on a Saturday at 6 pm. The staff was friendly and attentive. Quality of the food wasnt outstanding, but the service more than made up for it. Its a great place to get friends together and share small plates. They turn the restaurant into more of a nightclub after 10:30.

Jo
Review №11

Excellent dinner! Tuna sashimi appetizer and stuffed salmon dinner are highly recommended. Rooftop deck is excellent. Impeccible service as well

We
Review №12

I ordered the Bleu cheese and pear salad the lovely waitress pointed out that I could add a protein which I did. I added chicken and its the best salad I have ever had

ev
Review №13

Came here for friends birthday party. Great venue upstairs for events. Food tastes so good, and service staff are very fast and friendly. LOVE the bar. If they can write off the parking fees, itll be ideal. Definitely consider my next event held here.

Pa
Review №14

They mark up their prices for holiday events! I checked the menu of this location before coming on Valentines day and made a reservation. However, when I saw the menu, I was upset. Items were marked up $7-10 extra. I originally thought the valentines day menu was cute for the holiday, but i realized the special menu was for special prices.

D
Review №15

What cool place to enjoy your meal. Validated parking, online reservations, friendly greeting at the door, what more can you ask for? Ask for great food ofcourse. I was fortunate to have Jason wait on our table and besides having great service, he delivered great food. He suggested the lamb shank and the short ribs; they were wonderful. The only problem.....they ran out of the creme brulee, it must have been too good to keep enough on hand (@ 7pm). I dont blame him. I recommend this restaurant.

Da
Review №16

Our server was attentive without being annoying or cloying. Our food was hot, fresh, and cooked to perfection. Our orders were 100% correct and the ambiance was delightful. 10/10 will return!

Br
Review №17

The guy that manages the loft is really nice. He was engaging with my kids and made sure we were happy with everything. I believe his name was Adrian. The food was timely and tasted great.

Go
Review №18

Had the Meatloaf .it melted in my mouth! The staff were friendly. Just little distracted we had ask for place settings and a couple of things and we sat at the bar! We a little forgotten! But the food was delicious! Comps from one Chef to another💯👩‍🍳🦸‍♀️👱‍♀️

Ak
Review №19

Free entry!!! Alcohol is available.Go with your friends. You will also enjoy the company of others.Nice songs... Best time to enter is after 11:30 PM and it ends around 1:30 AM. Parking is in the front.

Pe
Review №20

After reading the Yelp reviews, I was hesitant about going here. We had gift certificates and decided to go ahead and give it a try. Im so glad we did. The food was tasty and our waitress was totally on the ball. We were there on a Fri., around 6:00 pm. Place filled up quickly so others obviously like the food and service here as well. Would definitely come back again!

Je
Review №21

I wasnt sure how to rate this to be honest. It has its pros and cons. Like anything else really. I hate that the top floor is so crowded you cant really dance, but I love that its free. Who doesnt love free, right? There is nothing classy or nice about it. Its just your typical dance floor and bar. Music is good.

Av
Review №22

Super friendly place. Great service and great food. Highly recommend if you want a place to go with friends.

Co
Review №23

Great small plates. Good place to hang out for beers or cocktails and grazing on small plates. Service is also very good. We sat at the upstairs bar (which has a comfier ambience than downstairs) and the bartender was on top of his service.Nothing unique about the menu, but the food tastes great!

Mi
Review №24

Would be five stars if the staff was a tad more attentive to customers when they walk in! The food is amazing and drinks prompt and delicious. The bar tender is personable and attentive once we were seated, the atmosphere is well balanced and did I mention the food was amazing? Best blackened chicken Ive had anywhere.

Hy
Review №25

Delicious fries, standard drinks, bread on French Dip was light and crispy. We enjoyed ourselves.

Sh
Review №26

Food was really good. There was some mistake and our food didnt come out for an hour! But they gave us a free bottle of wine as apology. So no harm done! Nice atmosphere.

Do
Review №27

We had a Special Games luncheon there today. The servers were very attentive. The food was incredible. Great place to be at!

Re
Review №28

Last night I had a very upsetting experience at this bar . I have came her several times both for booked parties or just for drinks . For the most part the experiences have been okay but last night my boyfriend who has a neck tattoo of a rose was refused entry . It was his birthday and he thought hed be able to come inside a bar that he himself has came several times before with no problem . Instead of being let in he was accused of being gang affiliated. (A damn rose) So a warning for all humans with an innocent or non innocent neck tattoo this place discriminates on neck tattoos and you will not be let in because of it . I was so upset last night I will not be returning and will be contacting a lot of family and friends who frequently book parties here .

Ka
Review №29

Had a good lunch. The place was cool and waitress was good. The beef short rib was cooked perfectly and the lettuce wraps were delicious.

An
Review №30

This place is awesome. Period. Its chill with good food and drinks during the week then insane on Friday and Saturday nights. Full bar and restaurant menu. A downtown favorite for sure!

Ka
Review №31

The drinks are about $15 and the bathroom was a disaster. There are only two stalls in the womens bathroom. By 11 one toilet was not flushing and neither stall had toilet paper. Its understandable that the toilet could stop working, but there has to be toilet paper stocked well enough for the night!

Cr
Review №32

We treated our good friends for dinner. Had a coupon and used ours and then we paid for their food. Good food but come here when its a special event.

Sh
Review №33

The food was fine, nothing wowed me but it tasted alright and the menu has lots of options, which is good for a group. Very friendly service, too!

Am
Review №34

Great hospitality. quick and friendly service. prices are appropriate. my apartment is far from here, so i cant visit often.

Ci
Review №35

Went there on a Friday I think. The service was very helpful and welcoming. Prices were fair for the quality of the food. Food is like a place in Baltimore I liked.

st
Review №36

The place was great the staff not so much bad additudes slow service no sense of urgency

Ke
Review №37

This location is absolutely outstanding. Looking forward to returning with my coworkers. I can see why they have so many great reviews.

Ma
Review №38

I enjoyed my evening so much while there with friends. The service was outstanding and food was delicious!!! I must say i cannot wait to go back and visit the loft and enjoy myself once again while in town.

Za
Review №39

Average food, very cramped space. The limited space made the social aspect of our social event very difficult. The lack of space combined with a high speed staff trying their best to get the job done means someday somebody will get knocked down, I had a few near collisions with staff that charged through the crowd and I wasnt drinking like some people were.

To
Review №40

Robert and Adrian, the managers were awesome. The kitchen crew was fantastic. Try the small plates and share. The tuna tacos are the best I have ever had.

An
Review №41

This visit was unforgettable as I had dinner with three of my professors, the acting head of the Urban and Regional Planning department at San Jose State, and a candidate to replace the current head. The fish and chips I ordered tasted excellent, the wait staff was fast and looked after our needs, and I had a wonderful time chatting with my cohorts in the program I am actively involved in graduate school.

An
Review №42

Very good food

Br
Review №43

The ahi tuna is quite delicious. Staff was attentive and kept the cocktails coming from start to finish. Definitely a place Id recommend.

Do
Review №44

Terrible Service! Inexplicably Long Wait times!When we walked in they told us the kitchen was backed up and that we would have to wait 10 minutes longer than usual. That 10 minutes was a wild underestimate, since we left 1.5 hours after arriving without seeing our entree.After waiting 10 minutes just to see a waitress and get our order in, we had to wait half an hour to get soup, and another 20 minutes to be offered bread. By this point we noticed that other people who had arrived and ordered after we did started getting their food. 20 minutes later we still didnt have our food. People at other tables were complaining to the wait staff about the wait times. After a final 10 minutes we payed for the soup and went to InnOut.If they had told us that they were going to be unreasonably slow, we would have happily come back another day. Now were missing an hour of our lives and hate the place. Their loss I suppose.

El
Review №45

Its a good place. Nice atmosphere. We went in on a Saturday night and it was very empty. That worried me initially, but thankfully a handful more guests came in. The stairs that go up to the second floor where the bar is are a killer going back down, if youve had a few drinks. I had the Fettuccine Santa Maria. It was good, but nothing to write home about. It had chicken, prawns, dried tomatoes, spinach, and artichokes. One thing particularly that I did like about the dish was that the sauce wasnt super buttery (my stomach is sensitive to butter). My date had the Lamb Shank. It came with mashed potatoes and vegetables. He seemed to like it and it was fall off the bone kind of meat. He did say his Moscow Mule tasted mostly like sprite with very little alcohol. My lychee martini tasted great, though the lemon peel that went into the glass was bruised and old looking. Overall, sure, Id come back.

Li
Review №46

Arrived at five, it wasnt busy. The bill was decent for the quality. Makes me feel like I am back in Sacramento.

Ed
Review №47

Went there with my wife after work one evening. Nice atmosphere, delicious food. The location is very good. I had no problems with finding a parking space. The music was loud at one point, but still great choice for dinner.

Ro
Review №48

Food is always great. Staff is pleasant. Manager Adrian is great.

ka
Review №49

Super cool place and the owner is a really nice person. the only bad thing that this place gets packed with lots of guys especially indian guys on the dance floor kinda annoying... otherwise the music is great and two level party is fun.

Fe
Review №50

Great place for events upstairs. The food was great. Upstairs bar, sometimes a little slow, but very good, great drinks.Theres stairs and also an elevator for upstairs.Parking across the street.

Ch
Review №51

Harrass you if you wait outside for your friends at bar close. Sidewalk is public property. Flashing lights in someones face while they quietly wait for a friend insights confrontation.

Er
Review №52

Very tasty. Looking forward to a return trip. Bring your hunger - portions are generous.

Da
Review №53

Its difficult to describe my experience as anything more than mediocre. The food was cooked well past what was specified, the fries were similar to what you would find at McDonalds, service was slow/error-prone, and prices were well beyond the quality of what was received.

Ka
Review №54

Everything on this menu is perfectly made. More than 5 stars

N
Review №55

Avoid the seared ahi entree. Seasoning was extremely bland and vegetables tasted like they were ready to be tossed. Everything about the dish was depressing. A memorial could be erected to remember the tragedy of what this tuna steak could have been. Wifes dish was alright and service was good though hence the three stars.

Ni
Review №56

Favorite burger! The perfect french fries. Everything tastes great!

Di
Review №57

Incredible starter spinach salad was a meal for me. Elegant and relaxing place. Not a price bargain but every bite worth the cost.

tc
Review №58

Attended paint night hosted by Arti-culture! Happy hour was nicely priced beers and well drinks. Appetizers were tastey, plentiful and reasonably priced. Portions able to share. Atmosphere and staff friendly and inviting. Parking is validated! A plus for a downtown restaurant.

Ch
Review №59

I love this place. The food is always delicious and the atmosphere is cozy and relaxing. Love the exposed brick walls and art, too.

Ji
Review №60

Efficient service. Excellent food. Nice atmosphere. Will be back.

Ro
Review №61

Had A good lunch the place was cool, waitress was good at taking the order and good communication. I really enjoyed myself.

Ga
Review №62

Many gluten-free options and it was delicious! The staff was knowledgeable about celiac disease and preventing cross contamination. Thank you.

Ka
Review №63

So I ordered a bunch of old school drinks and they were able to make em! The food there is also pretty good! Totally going back. And you should go there!

Zo
Review №64

What a pleasant surprise! Went there for my daughters SJSU graduation party and everything on their menu was my favorite! Plus the service was 5 star! We will be going again soon!!!

Za
Review №65

What a joke. They asked for my hat at the door which I’m entirely okay with but when I left I was told there was a table outside in the sidewalk with all the hats. It was empty. When confronted all they had to say was we told you hats aren’t insured. Absurd. Try not creating and situation where people aren’t encouraged leaving the bar to take hats.... never again.

fe
Review №66

Multiple djs, good vibes, good people all around. Bartenders are the best!

Ma
Review №67

Its american food. I think they cook well. Today I had the steak salad and they cooked the steak correctly! There are stairs going upstairs and the dining area is a bit strangely laid out because of that.

Me
Review №68

One of the best spots in the area. Feeling here is similar to a cafe in San Jose I liked.

Mi
Review №69

I love this place. The food is always excellent, the service is on spot, and the ambiance couldnt be more perfect!

Da
Review №70

The interior is nicely appointed, with classy wood trim and well-spaced tables. But the selling point (its in the name) is the loft - and the loft was a mediocre experience. The rooftop patio is indeed on the rooftop, but there are high walls that block nearly all view from your table - its no different, in terms of experience from sitting on the ground.Food was also mediocre. I had the lamb shanks, which were a bit low in quality, with a fruity sauce lacking in complexity. My wife had the blackened chicken, which was dry. Quality definitely not up to the price.

Ci
Review №71

Amazimg atmosphere. The food and drinks were delicious. Our server was super nice and on time.

mi
Review №72

Nice bartenders and ambience. Good wine prices too!

Ca
Review №73

Food was excellent, staff was great. Very nice older building all wood interior with upstairs and brass elevator.

Be
Review №74

Best food in town!!! Extremely nice, experienced people. Great ambience. Good music!! Great for a date night or just come to eat, drink and be merry!!! Dancing too!!!

Mi
Review №75

Love the atmosphere and how attentive the waiter and staff were!

wi
Review №76

Fun location for our corporate event

Ro
Review №77

Very nice. Not very busy went I went and was afraid food might not be great, but ordered the Oso Bucco and it was tender and delicious. Came with mashed potatoes and roasted veggies for $20. Pretty reasonable, Right? Its almost right next to the Improv, so if youre going to a show, its really convenient too.

Le
Review №78

Food was so delicious. I think I might become a regular.

Po
Review №79

The service is okay, but the security guards need to be more professional. My encounter with 3 of the guards outside threw off my whole mood and vibe for the night. And when I spoke to the owner/manager his rude bevahior and impotent lack of respect and customer service was what led me to take my business elsewhere. I work in corporate security and im also a supervisor that overlooks the operations of at a minimum of 30 officers, there is no need to be hostile with someone that carries a flashlight around with them, a simple and professional discussion would have been more appropriate but their staff definitely is far from professional.

Mi
Review №80

Loved meet in ng the GM Adrian, hes a pretty cool man. Kind staff, food was ok. Ill go back.

Al
Review №81

Great staff, friendly, welcoming and energetic. Tasty food and cocktails, they could do with replacing some of the service plates etc. (Just showing age, didnt really detract from the experience) .

Ge
Review №82

Good vibe, good people just a cool spot to lounge and dance. Food served prior to 9pme1

al
Review №83

Food and drinks are great. Service could be better

Ka
Review №84

Wonderful staff and service. The food was good, and the people friendly.

Be
Review №85

Good food but pricey

ch
Review №86

Good owner and staff. Lovely location and good beer selection. Gm loves my dog brody lol

Ro
Review №87

The beef short rib was cooked perfectly and the lettuce wraps were delicious.

An
Review №88

Amazing night life,great vibe. Should out Alisa for being so amazing.

Sa
Review №89

The place wasnt bad, but the food was a bit overpriced for the quality.

Ch
Review №90

Wonderful tapas and excellent wine selection.

Ki
Review №91

This is your average small restaurant with all of the basics youd expect at a bistro. Nothing stood out as amazing, yet nothing was horrible. The service was very friendly and helpful, which produced an inviting atmosphere that I enjoyed. I had the flank steak salad as my main and the shrimp skewer appetizer. The shrimp itself was good, but it was covered in a butter glaze that was overkill and felt like a chain restaurant menu item. The flank steak wasnt consistently cooked, leaving some pieces rarer than Id consider eating, while others were medium and delicious. The lettuce was iceberg which seemed around the quality of pre-cut-before-delivery lettuce. Overall - 3 stars - not amazing food, but very kind service.

Wa
Review №92

Good price and nice atmosphere

Do
Review №93

Excellent establishment, first class food, first class service. Thank you.

Sh
Review №94

Great place for lunch. Favorite dish is Southwestern Salad, but everything I have tried is fresh and delicious.

Ch
Review №95

Nice bar with great drink selections. Cool little patio to hang out on upstairs (when the disgusting people are not smoking up there). If anything, that would be my only complain about this location and the town in general: to many disgusting smokers, poluting the air.

ti
Review №96

Was fun dancing here for a night out

De
Review №97

Had a Pretty mediocre pasta with lamb and a pretty good whiskey drink. Enormous portions wont leave you hungry. Good for groups because the menu is stocked with crowd pleasers like sliders and calamari.

An
Review №98

Leaving so far away now its going to take a little longer to be there but the place is great especially on Thursdays night.

Du
Review №99

Always a great experience here, where they treat guests like family.

Re
Review №100

Great food, we were a large party that ended up running late but the restaurant was generously accommodating.

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  • Address:90 S 2nd St, San Jose, CA 95113, United States
  • Site:http://loftbarandbistro.com/
  • Phone:+1 408-291-0677
Categories
  • Banquet hall
  • American restaurant
  • Bistro
  • Bar
  • Event venue
  • Night club
  • Restaurant
  • Wedding venue
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Late-night food:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • High chairs:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
  • University students:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
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