Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Hillsdale

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CampbellHillsdaleLos GatosSan JoseSanta Clara

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1. palm & ember

3.3

Good(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hillsdale

Palm & Ember Restaurant located in The Hayes Mansion, Curio Collection by Hilton™, offers delicious, California-inspired cuisine and cocktails. Whatever your taste, you’re sure to find the delicious flavors and seasonal fare you’re looking for when you dine with us.Palm & Ember serves fresh California cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy a diverse and delicious menu in our spacious indoor dining area or savor a handcrafted cocktail out on the deck – all overlooking our historic grounds.

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2. Black Angus Steakhouse - Blossom Hill

4.6

Exceptional(3864)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • San Jose

Booked 19 times today

WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget.

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3. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - San Jose

4.4

Awesome(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • San Jose

Booked 6 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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4. Culichi Town - San Jose

4.2

Awesome(13)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • San Jose

Booked 4 times today

Step into Culichi Town, a vibrant restaurant slated to open its doors on January 15, 2024, and embark on a culinary adventure that blends traditional Mexican flavors with modern innovation. Culichi Town promises to tantalize your taste buds with an explosion of flavors, transporting you to the heart of Mexico without leaving your seat. Indulge in their signature Mexican sushi creations, crafted with the freshest ingredients and a touch of culinary artistry. Let their expertly crafted cocktails, infused with Mexican flair, elevate your dining experience. Culichi Town awaits, ready to unveil a culinary journey that will awaken your senses and leave you craving more.

5. The Creek Eatery

4.8

Exceptional(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • San Jose

Booked 2 times today

WOOD FIRED.CRAFT BEERS.GOOD TIMES.Located smack dab in the heart of the Silver Creek Valley in San Jose, CA. The Creek has an urban feel — thanks to the rustic-industrial design with reclaimed wood and wrought-iron light fixtures that play into the muted charcoal-and-turquoise color scheme. Between a private dining room and a large communal table in the bar area, there’s plenty of seating for large parties, plus a heated patio that provides overflow for busy nights. We host a kitchen with a gleaming, copper-sided, wood-burning pizza oven that’s front and center as diners enter.In addition to the welcoming decor we've got 10 bar taps that rotate seasonal and local breweries. Occasionally we offer up special menu items along with tap takeovers with the likes of Barebottle Brewery, Drake's, Coronado Brewing Company, and more. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for our latest specials and events!

6. Sensacion

5.0

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • San Jose

At Sensación, we bring the thrill of the game straight to your table. Whether you're cheering for your favorite MLB, NFL, or NBA team or catching the latest UFC fight, our vibrant atmosphere, shareable menu, and unbeatable promotions like $25 beer buckets and $1 tacos make every visit unforgettable.Join us for great food, refreshing drinks, and a community of sports enthusiasts. Sensación is more than just a sports bar – it’s where the game comes alive.

7. JOEY Valley Fair

4.7

Exceptional(270)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Santa Clara

Booked 292 times today

JOEY Restaurants is an award-winning, globally inspired brand with a collection of elevated yet comfortable restaurants. JOEY Restaurants’ thoughtfully crafted menu features recipes representing cuisine and hospitality standards from across the globe, curated from journeys by the brand’s leadership and culinary teams. From fire-torched sushi and premium cuts of steak to comforting bowls, burgers and handhelds, JOEY Restaurants is committed to blending local culture with innovative and fresh techniques, resulting in delicious harmony of ingredients. Each JOEY Restaurant location is unique, but they all have plenty in common: great food, lively environments, and exceptional dining experiences.

8. Eos & Nyx

4.5

Awesome(243)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • San Jose

Booked 39 times today

The team behind DTSJ favorites - Paper Plane, MINIBOSS, Still O.G. and Alter Ego - elevates the local scene once again with Eos & Nyx, a dual level indoor/outdoor dining experience serving Mediterranean flavors with modern twists. Drawing inspiration from the Greek deities of dawn and night, this venue provides a culinary journey that transforms as the day unfolds. Guests will savor an array of mezzes, indulgent brunch offerings and grilled seafood and meats, all prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The bar program features inventive craft cocktails, wines and spirits, showcased against a striking double-height, rotating liquor display that spans both levels of the restaurant. The custom design elements create a captivating atmosphere - by day, the space is vibrant and energetic; by night, it transforms into an urban oasis with intimate accent lighting. Eos & Nyx artfully blend the concepts of day and night, presenting a one-of-a-kind elegant, memorable dining experience.

9. The Pressroom

4.3

Awesome(121)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • San Jose

Booked 37 times today

The Pressroom is set to open in the historic Lyndon Building at 189 West Santa Clara Street, downtown San Jose. This iconic location, once home to the San Jose Mercury News, merges the building’s rich journalistic past with a modern dining experience. The Pressroom promises to be a culinary landmark in the heart of San Pedro Square, blending historical significance with innovative dining.

10. Augustine

4.5

Awesome(128)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Clara

Booked 48 times today

Brought to you by Bacchus Management Group, the award-winning team behind Michelin-starred The Village Pub in Woodside and Selby’s in Atherton, we proudly present our newest restaurant, Augustine, located in the Silicon Valley’s premier shopping district, Santana Row. Augustine brings to “The Row” an extravagant bar, elegant dining areas, private rooms for intimate gatherings, and an adjoining café for a more casual experience. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

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Dennis
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As a party of 6 including 2 children ages 3 and 5 we are always hoping for a patient server. Jason was our server and we could not ask for better service. Jason was very attentive to our needs…. Crayons and paper for the kids, drink orders taken and delivered right away. Everyone’s orders taken , processed and delivered with all orders correct . Making sure that we had what we needed, Jason continued to check on us, filling water and refills on soda. We are also happy with the quality and value of the meals, and as a bonus, we came in a Monday, and kids eat free. That’s almost a $20 dollar discount. Food was great.
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Black Angus Steakhouse - Blossom HillPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• San Jose
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4.6
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Lacey
2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Food was great. The server kept disappearing while lots of other employees seemed to be standing around talking to each other
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - San JosePrice: Moderate• American• San Jose
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4.4
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KenVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •53 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2025
Owner is a COOL guy! Servers are Awesome! Get the FRENCH DIP....One of the better one's I've tried in a while!
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The Creek EateryPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• San Jose
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4.8
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jeanette
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 5, 2025
our server was the best ! he made my husbands birthdya cel
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Culichi Town - San JosePrice: Expensive• Mexican• San Jose
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4.2

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