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The Grill on the Alley

Steakhouse, Burger Joint, and American Restaurant$$$$

Downtown San Jose, San Jose

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7.4^/10

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Ranked #6 for a happy hour in San Jose
"Happy hour appetizers are great but you can run up a bill!"(7 Tips)
"Try the Blue Cheese Fries and Kobe Sliders with a Stella."(2 Tips)
"Pricey, but the steak was great"(3 Tips)
"Ask for Matt if you want a great martini!"(3 Tips)

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Aaron MaestriApril 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Always show up on a Thurs./Friday (TGIF SJ Style!!) by no later than 4PM in order to snag a great table - indoors until May - and then outdoor on their patio from June through Fall!! Killer views...
Kim DaoDecember 20, 2012
Been here 5+ times
I love the HH here, it's a great people watching place in the summer, and in the winter, the martinis cannot be beat. If you are being served, by Jessie - then you're all set!
Rabbi LobelJune 18, 2013
28oz ribeye is worth the money if you have a big appetite. One of the best steakhouses in the area. Brownie sundae dessert is also awesome.
Ian O'NeillDecember 8, 2014
A bit expensive, but a fun place to meet friends and have appetizers. Good service.
ǝʌǝʇs  ʞɐıuzoʍJune 10, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Best steak house in San Jose.
Paul GuthAugust 7, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Filet mignon was great, lobster was great, service was great. Make reservations!
Johnny AnglesonSeptember 9, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Sit in the bar, order the Kobe burger and the Mac n cheese. Delicious!
Abbey LaChanceJanuary 1, 2013
The bar is great service, ever when they get backed up, the manager will jump behind the bar.
Nikos MaounisJune 14, 2017
Pricey but portions are huge! Nice cocktails too!
Marshall JonesApril 14, 2012
Been here 25+ times
The best place to be during happy hour. Try the Blue Cheese Fries with bacon and Kobe Sliders!
Sherry HandelNovember 8, 2012
The fudge brownie with caramel dessert is fantastic!
LanceMay 30, 2013
I was looking forward to a steak, but the dinner menu closes at ten. Instead, I had a most excellent burger
Rcdc OnlyApril 14, 2013
Calamari is weird. A no go. The burgers are awesome and huge. I couldn't finish. Sashimi rocked.
DiogoNovember 5, 2011
Try the run runner drink if u like sweet drinks this is one of that kind delicious.
Russell Van TassellFebruary 15, 2014
The ABSOLUTE BEST garlic mashed potatoes I've had ANYWHERE.
Lydia KlemNovember 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Their happy hour menu is off the hook! The $5 pot pie is where it's at...
Leslie DrishNovember 16, 2012
Matt the bartender will take VERY good care of you during happy hour!!
Darrell MarchJuly 20, 2010
Still the best place to be during happy hour. Try the Blue Cheese Fries and Kobe Sliders with a Stella.
Matt McGeeMarch 14, 2014
Easily the best Mac & Cheese I've ever had.
Justin BlantonAugust 10, 2014
Always a good meal, but overpriced. Also, plan to spend a long time here.
Princess Susannah GreenwoodMay 20, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Happy hour appetizers are great but you can run up a bill! Outdoor seating is good people viewing!
Daryl SampsonJuly 27, 2011
Try the seared ahi tuna. It comes with fried spinach and spicy pickled cucumbers that are amazing!
Danna CrawfordMarch 7, 2012
The mushroom, beef barley soup is amazing! !
Robert Tolar HainingJune 14, 2017
Pricey, but the steak was great
Jay CastellanoDecember 11, 2011
Been here 5+ times
That Grand Marnier souffle is pretty darn delicious!
Luis SantiagoDecember 10, 2012
A very nice to dine
Bill BostonFebruary 23, 2011
The happy hour food deals are great. The mac and cheese is outstanding.
Ricardo CarvalhoNovember 14, 2013
Kansas City steak is incredible
Jacqueline O.December 2, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Ask for Matt if you want a great martini!
Louis MeadowsJune 19, 2015
Been here 100+ times
Sweet bar menu
Andrea GarciaAugust 31, 2014
New York Steak!!!
DorisAugust 10, 2013
Delicious Kobe burger!
OmriOctober 17, 2013
Try the Lobster Bisque
OmriOctober 17, 2013
Try the Filet Mignon
Mok OhAugust 12, 2011
The bartenders tend to favor attending to women.
Michelle RadlowskiJune 3, 2013
Delicious fish tacos!
Horace LoApril 22, 2010
The petite filet minon was pretty good, but it's tiny for the price ($36).
The Grill on the AlleyJuly 1, 2010
Stop by for a fine dining experience like no other.
MsDrefromtheBayAugust 18, 2010
Been here 100+ times
The servers are the best!!! Love those girls!!
Kim DaoJuly 21, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Jessie is the best!
Brandon WadleyJune 27, 2011
Happy hour till 8pm!
John NunesJanuary 2, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Best martinis in San Jose!
Issac MangoldAugust 21, 2009
Been here 5+ times
The blue cheese burger and onion rings are quite good.
AustinPixelsDecember 13, 2010
They make a hell of a Makers Manhattan
Gordon UhligFebruary 22, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Matt the bartender rocks.
MsDrefromtheBayAugust 13, 2010
Been here 100+ times
Patron margarita!!
Paco MoralesSeptember 10, 2023
El bone in NY strip es una belleza! Además muy buena y amable atención. 🤟🏼🤟🏼

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