The Farmers Union

4.3

1773 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

8:30 pm

Booked 30 times today

Good for groups
Lively
Healthy

The Farmers Union is a gastropub located in the heart of downtown San Jose. We boast a 60 tap draft system that features many craft beers, wine on tap, as well as root beer and cider. Our food menu has a large assortment of items with many of them prepared in our wood burning oven, charcoal grill and rotisserie.

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Dining areas

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Location
151 W. Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone number
(408) 277-0545
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Burgers, Beer Garden
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is metered street parking available as well as a parking garage located across the street on San Pedro St. We will offer validation.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Popular dishes

Buttermilk BiscuitsUSD 8.00
honey butter
Mushroom CigarsUSD 15.00
porcini aioli
Shrimp Cocktail*USD 16.00
onion, cucumber, tomato, jalapeno, cilantro, avocado, cocktail sauce, crackers
IPA & Cheddar FondueUSD 15.00
toasted rustic bread, veggies (available after 5:00pm)
Chicken Wings*USD 14.00
choice of traditional buffalo or mango-habanero, served with ranch dressing
Fried BrieUSD 16.00
red wine caramelized onions, balsamic reduction
Garlic Shrimp*USD 15.00
chili flake, marsala, lemon, skillet toast
Salt & Pepper Calamari*USD 16.00
fresno peppers, fennel, green chili sauce
Pork & Ricotta Meatballs*USD 14.00
roasted tomato, parmesan, chili flakes, fennel, basil
Smoked Pork Ribs*USD 12.00
bourbon-cola bbq, green onions
Chorizo Poutine*USD 15.00
house cut fries, chorizo gravy, cheese curds, pickled jalapeno
Baja Fish Tacos*USD 15.00
habanero slaw, chipotle aioli, avocado crema, salsa roja, lime
Smoked Brisket Tacos*USD 15.00
caramelized onion, avocado crema, salsa roja, cilantro, lime
House-Cut FriesUSD 8.00
choice of kennebec or sweet potato, cajun remoulade
Mac & CheeseUSD 13.00
white cheddar, parmesan

Soups & Salads

add chicken $8, add salmon or shrimp $11, add steak $18 to any salad

Creamy Tomato SoupUSD 7.00
olive oil, herbs, skillet toast
Whole Leaf Caesar Salad*USD 8.00
garlic anchovy dressing, parmesan, croutons
Roasted Beets Salad**USD 9.00
arugula, candied walnuts, goat cheese, cranberries, lemon honey vinaigrette
Wedge Salad*USD 12.00
iceberg lettuce, blue cheese dressing, bacon, tomato, chives
Union Market Salad* **USD 20.00
chicken, tomato, dates, avocado, corn, almonds, goat cheese, croutons, basil vinaigrette

Mains

Grilled Veggie PlateUSD 18.00
cauliflower, cipollini onion, portobello mushroom, baby carrots, corn, asparagus, tomato, endive, avocado, zucchini, lemon
Roasted Cauliflower**USD 17.00
quinoa, radish, napa cabbage, tomato, peas, arugula, baby carrots, cilantro, almonds, oranges, orange vinaigrette
Smoked Prime Rib*USD 45.00
roasted potatoes, asparagus, balsamic glazed red onion, au jus, creamy horseradish; available after 5:00pm daily
New York Strip*USD 40.00
mashed potatoes, cipollini onions, portobello mushrooms, chipotle butter
Grilled Flat Iron Steak*USD 32.00
dirty fries, green beans, fresno chili chimichurri, fried egg
Roasted Pork Shoulder*USD 25.00
stuffed polenta, spicy mushrooms, apple & fennel slaw, apple dijon sauce
Fried Chicken*USD 26.00
mashed potatoes, bacon gravy, green beans
Grass Fed Burger*USD 19.00
brioche bun, white cheddar, pickles, fries, all the fixins
French Dip Sandwich*USD 22.00
french roll, prime rib, au jus, fries
Spicy Roasted Turkey Sandwich*USD 18.00
muenster, spinach, bacon, avocado, tomato, cranberry-dijon mustard, basil aioli, fries
Grilled Cheese & Tomato SoupUSD 16.00
havarti, gruyere, white cheddar, caramelized onion, apple mustard, sourdough, sage butter, fries
Impossible BurgerUSD 22.00
vegan brioche bun, vegan cheddar, pickles, all the fixins, mixed green salad
Salmon*USD 30.00
heirloom tomato salad, italian vinaigrette, roasted baby carrots, asparagus, lemon-caper sauce
Blackened Rainbow Trout*USD 30.00
cauliflower, spring onions, dino kale, shallots, garlic, avocado corn relish
Spicy Prawn Linguini*USD 26.00
saffron brodo, calabrian chilis, basil, tarragon, lemon
Beer Battered Fish & Chips*USD 22.00
rockfish, tartar sauce, sea salt, kennebec fries

From the Smoker

Served with bourbon cola bbq sauce, buttermilk biscuit, frijoles charros and potato salad. Limited supply, starts at 5:00pm daily

Beef BrisketUSD 26.00
Rack of Ribs
- HalfUSD 25.00
- FullUSD 38.00

Wine

Sparkling

Val d'Oca | Prosecco DOC Extra Dry | NV | ItalyUSD 55.00
Domaine Carneros | Brut | 2018 Carneros, CAUSD 80.00
Schramsberg Mirabelle | Brut Rose | NV North Coast, CAUSD 75.00
Henriot Champagne | Brut Souverain | NV Reims, FranceUSD 90.00

White

Chardonnay

Cakebread Cellars | Chardonnay | 2020 Napa Valley, CAUSD 85.00
Freemark Abbey | Chardonnay | 2021 Napa Valley, CAUSD 80.00
Migration by Duckhorn | Chardonnay | 2020 Sta. Rita Hills, CAUSD 75.00
George Duboeuf Pouilly-Fuisse | Chardonnay | 2018 Le Clos Devoluet-Durand, Burgundy, FranceUSD 70.00
William Fever Chablis | Chardonnay | 2019 Chablis, FranceUSD 65.00
Brewer – Clifton | Chardonnay | 2021 Sta. Rita Hills, CAUSD 60.00
Talbott Sleepy Hollow Vineyard | Chardonnay | 2019 Santa Lucia Highlands, CAUSD 55.00
Saintsbury Sangiacomo Vineyard | Chardonnay | 2020 Carneros, Napa, CAUSD 50.00
Hess Collection Allomi | Chardonnay | 2018 Napa Valley, CAUSD 45.00
Cambria Katherine's Vineyard | Chardonnay | 2020 Santa Maria Valley, CAUSD 40.00
Bogle Phantom | Chardonnay | 2020 Clarksburg, CAUSD 40.00
La Crema | Chardonnay | 2021 Sonoma Coast, CAUSD 40.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Duckhorn | Sauvignon Blanc | 2021 North Coast, CAUSD 60.00
Flora Springs | Sauvignon Blanc | 2017 Napa Valley, CAUSD 50.00
Quincy | Sauvignon Blanc | 2019 AOC Protegee, FranceUSD 50.00
Asterolabe | Sauvignon Blanc | 2021 Marlborough, New ZelandUSD 45.00
Oyster Bay | Sauvignon Blanc | 2020 Marlbourough, New ZelandUSD 35.00
Napa Cellars | Sauvignon Blanc | 2019 Napa Valley, CAUSD 35.00

Pinot Grigio

Terlato | Pinot Grigio | 2019 Farra d'Isonzo, ITAUSD 40.00
Benton-Lane | Pinot Gris | 2017 Willamette Valley, ORUSD 35.00
A to Z Wineworks | Pinot Gris | 2019 OregonUSD 30.00

Other White

Mcbride Sisters | Black Girl Magic Riesling | 2020 | 45 CaliforniaUSD 45.00
Chateau Ste. Michelle | Le Rose | 2019 Yakima Valley, ORUSD 40.00
Brassfield Serenity | Rose of Pinot Noir | 2019 High Valley, CAUSD 35.00
Essay | Chenin Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne Blend | 2020 South AfricaUSD 30.00

Red

Cabernet Sauvignon

Taub Family | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2018 Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, CAUSD 160.00
Mt. Brave | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2018 Mount Veeder, Napa Valley, CAUSD 140.00
Anakota | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 Knights Valley, CAUSD 130.00
Duckhorn | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 Napa Valley, CAUSD 120.00
Heitz Cellars | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2016 Napa Valley, CAUSD 100.00
Silverado | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2018 Napa Valley, CAUSD 90.00
Trefethen | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 Oak Knoll, Napa, CAUSD 85.00
Simi | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 Alexander Valley, CAUSD 65.00
Unshackled | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 Paso Robles, CAUSD 60.00
Daou | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 Paso Robles, CAUSD 55.00

Pinot Noir

Goldeneye by Duckhorn | Pinot Noir | 2019 Anderson Valley, CAUSD 90.00
Flowers | Pinot Noir | 2021 Sonoma Coast, CAUSD 85.00
Patz & Hall | Pinot Noir | 2018 Sonoma Coast, CAUSD 75.00
Brewer - Clifton | Pinot Noir | 2021 Sta. Rita Hills, CAUSD 70.00
Copain Tous Ensemble | Pinot Noir | 2018 Sonoma Coast, CAUSD 65.00
Summerland | Pinot Noir | 2018 Santa Barbara County, CAUSD 60.00
Negociant by Lenamon-Pepi | Pinot Noir | 2017 Anderson Valley, CAUSD 55.00
Davis Bynum | Pinot Noir | 2018 Russian River Valley, CAUSD 50.00
Calera | Pinot Noir | 2021 Central Coast, CAUSD 50.00

Zinfandel

Dry Creek Vineyard | Old Vine Zinfandel | 2020 Dry Creek Valley, CAUSD 60.00
Saldo by Prisoner | Zinfandel | 2019 CaliforniaUSD 55.00
Seghesio | Zinfandel | 2019 Sonoma County, CAUSD 50.00

Other Red

The Prisoner | Red Blend | 2019 Napa Valley, CAUSD 90.00
Tablas Creek Cotes de Tablas | Gsm | 2017 Adelaida District, Paso Robles, CAUSD 80.00
Harvey & Harriet | Red Blend | 2020 San Luis Obispo County, CAUSD 60.00
Saracina "Old Soul Red" | Red Wine Blend | 2018 Menocino County, CAUSD 50.00
Cline Estate | Syrah | 2019 Carneros, CAUSD 50.00
Colome Estate | Malbec | 2020 Valle Calchaque, Salta, ArgentinaUSD 55.00
Dona Paula Estate | Malbec | 2019 Valle de Uco, Mendoza, ArgentinaUSD 40.00
Clos Pegase Mitsuko's Vineyard | Merlot | 2018 Carneros, CAUSD 45.00

What 1,773 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Jose / Silicon Valley
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Farmers Union offers a vibrant dining experience in downtown San Jose, perfect for pre-event gatherings. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "amazing food," particularly the smoked prime rib and diverse drink selection. While some find it noisy, the lively ambiance and accommodating staff create memorable occasions.

1,773 Reviews

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Scott VIP
San Francisco20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and atmosphere and our waitress MaryAnn was amazing!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We tried 9 appetizers and one dessert for our table of four. It was the perfect amount of food. The meatballs are so supple! The Brussels sprouts were like a warm pecan and blue cheese salad- very different and very tasty. Service was excellent and food came quickly. The only down side was the price- apps were $16-20 each, so a lot less food for the price compared to ordering entrees for $25-40. It was a fun experience.
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Judie VIP
San Francisco88 reviews
3.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I met for lunch with one friend that I only see occasionally. I would not recommend this place for a quiet lunch. It’s definitely a spot for groups to meet. The menu is varied but the food is good.
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Palash
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place! The vegetarian options are amazing! We went there to celebrate Valentine's day and had a blast. The staff is also very friendly. Our server was Jordan and she did a great job.
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Reggie
San Francisco4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food is consistently good. We come here often
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DENISE
Central Coast6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was outstanding. She was attentive, professional, and kind. The atmosphere was perfect, not too noisy. And the food was excellent!
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Eric
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m not one to leave reviews but for my first time here it was a magnificent experience, decided to take my fiancé here for lunch on Valentine’s Day and our sever even covered our dessert for being her first couple of the day. The food was very good as well. Would come again some time in the future.
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Eleanor VIP
Central Coast13 reviews
2.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
This place was a BIG venue, loved all the windows.. I expected the buzz to match the food. All of the food was "meh!" We ordered the aguillo (sp) shrimp - tasteless, the salmon over grilled veggies - cooked properly but nothing I couldn't do myself, and the brisket tacos - better off at a taco spot. The service was good, but the food should of matched it. Though we selected due to proximity to the SAP Center - I wonder if anyone who have previously rated this place actually cooks and what dining out should taste like. Sorry, but restaurant's should serve tasty dishes.
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Jennifer VIP
Sacramento7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall a great first experience! Had a party of 9 and for the most part, all the food came out at the same time.
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Kathleen VIP
Los Angeles99 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server and restaurant staff were very welcoming for our conference group (even last minute). The food was delicious and the menu had something for everyone to enjoy! I loved the tacos--tomato soup-amazing rosemary biscuits. Our group highly recommends!!
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FAQs

The Farmers Union offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 277-0545.

The Farmers Union is rated 4.3 stars by 1773 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Mar 2025

8:30 pm

Booked 30 times today

151 W. Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(408) 277-0545
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Burgers, Beer Garden
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is metered street parking available as well as a parking garage located across the street on San Pedro St. We will offer validation.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

The Farmers Union

Make a booking

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Beef Brisket

New York Strip

Wedge Salad

For the Table

Buttermilk BiscuitsUSD 8.00

Mushroom CigarsUSD 15.00

Shrimp Cocktail*USD 16.00

IPA & Cheddar FondueUSD 15.00

Chicken Wings*USD 14.00

Fried BrieUSD 16.00

Garlic Shrimp*USD 15.00

Salt & Pepper Calamari*USD 16.00

Pork & Ricotta Meatballs*USD 14.00

Smoked Pork Ribs*USD 12.00

Chorizo Poutine*USD 15.00

Baja Fish Tacos*USD 15.00

Smoked Brisket Tacos*USD 15.00

House-Cut FriesUSD 8.00

Mac & CheeseUSD 13.00

Soups & Salads

Creamy Tomato SoupUSD 7.00

Whole Leaf Caesar Salad*USD 8.00

Roasted Beets Salad**USD 9.00

Wedge Salad*USD 12.00

Union Market Salad* **USD 20.00

Mains

Grilled Veggie PlateUSD 18.00

Roasted Cauliflower**USD 17.00

Smoked Prime Rib*USD 45.00

New York Strip*USD 40.00

Grilled Flat Iron Steak*USD 32.00

Roasted Pork Shoulder*USD 25.00

Fried Chicken*USD 26.00

Grass Fed Burger*USD 19.00

French Dip Sandwich*USD 22.00

Spicy Roasted Turkey Sandwich*USD 18.00

Grilled Cheese & Tomato SoupUSD 16.00

Impossible BurgerUSD 22.00

Salmon*USD 30.00

Blackened Rainbow Trout*USD 30.00

Spicy Prawn Linguini*USD 26.00

Beer Battered Fish & Chips*USD 22.00

From the Smoker

Beef BrisketUSD 26.00

Rack of Ribs

Wine

Sparkling

Val d'Oca | Prosecco DOC Extra Dry | NV | ItalyUSD 55.00

Domaine Carneros | Brut | 2018 Carneros, CAUSD 80.00

Schramsberg Mirabelle | Brut Rose | NV North Coast, CAUSD 75.00

Henriot Champagne | Brut Souverain | NV Reims, FranceUSD 90.00

White

Chardonnay

Cakebread Cellars | Chardonnay | 2020 Napa Valley, CAUSD 85.00

Freemark Abbey | Chardonnay | 2021 Napa Valley, CAUSD 80.00

Migration by Duckhorn | Chardonnay | 2020 Sta. Rita Hills, CAUSD 75.00

George Duboeuf Pouilly-Fuisse | Chardonnay | 2018 Le Clos Devoluet-Durand, Burgundy, FranceUSD 70.00

William Fever Chablis | Chardonnay | 2019 Chablis, FranceUSD 65.00

Brewer – Clifton | Chardonnay | 2021 Sta. Rita Hills, CAUSD 60.00

Talbott Sleepy Hollow Vineyard | Chardonnay | 2019 Santa Lucia Highlands, CAUSD 55.00

Saintsbury Sangiacomo Vineyard | Chardonnay | 2020 Carneros, Napa, CAUSD 50.00

Hess Collection Allomi | Chardonnay | 2018 Napa Valley, CAUSD 45.00

Cambria Katherine's Vineyard | Chardonnay | 2020 Santa Maria Valley, CAUSD 40.00

Bogle Phantom | Chardonnay | 2020 Clarksburg, CAUSD 40.00

La Crema | Chardonnay | 2021 Sonoma Coast, CAUSD 40.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Duckhorn | Sauvignon Blanc | 2021 North Coast, CAUSD 60.00

Flora Springs | Sauvignon Blanc | 2017 Napa Valley, CAUSD 50.00

Quincy | Sauvignon Blanc | 2019 AOC Protegee, FranceUSD 50.00

Asterolabe | Sauvignon Blanc | 2021 Marlborough, New ZelandUSD 45.00

Oyster Bay | Sauvignon Blanc | 2020 Marlbourough, New ZelandUSD 35.00

Napa Cellars | Sauvignon Blanc | 2019 Napa Valley, CAUSD 35.00

Pinot Grigio

Terlato | Pinot Grigio | 2019 Farra d'Isonzo, ITAUSD 40.00

Benton-Lane | Pinot Gris | 2017 Willamette Valley, ORUSD 35.00