Willow Den Public House

A hidden dive bar in San Jose. Spacious, TV’s, pool and ping pong tables…..and a pretty impressive craft beer selection for a dive bar!

I recently visited this bar for the first time, and it was an absolute blast! The service was top-notch, and the staff were incredibly friendly and efficient. I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly I got served, and the bartender did an amazing job of whipping up my drink in no time. Plus, I heard they have karaoke every Sunday, which sounds like a lot of fun! I’ll definitely be back.

Great Vibe and atmosphere with live music. Good crowds and fun places to hang out with friends (pool table, ping pong...)

Went to the Willow Den Public House for an event and had a splendid time there! I love the atmosphere and the people who frequent the spot. The owner Han is a really cool and friendly guy too! I loved the pool tables in the side and the different types of seating options. Plenty of bar seating and some booths as well. Great for a pregame, night out, or just kicking it with a friend. Loved the music too. Will definitely be back again!

Absolutely Terrible Experience! This is, without a doubt, the worst bar I’ve ever stepped into. The place reeks of stale beer, poor hygiene, and even worse attitudes from the staff. The drinks are overpriced, watered down, and served in dirty glasses. To make matters worse, the bartenders are rude and dismissive, acting like they’re doing you a favor just by acknowledging your presence. The music? Ear-splittingly loud and completely out of touch with the vibe anyone would want for a night out. The crowd? A mix of overly aggressive and just plain weird – definitely not a place to feel safe or comfortable. The bathrooms are a nightmare – filthy, barely functional, and clearly neglected for days at a time. Honestly, I wouldn’t wish this experience on my worst enemy. Save your time, money, and sanity – go anywhere else but here.

Bartenders aren't always approachable at Lincoln Avenue drinking place in San Jose. Decent music at times though. Now they taking a mug shot photo of all patrons upon walking in for "safety reasons". Seems overly intrusive and unnecessary since they have cctv cameras throughout the establishment. It's not really a dive bar or sports bar and too impersonal to be a neighborhood watering hole. This place used more inviting and relaxed. Don't know what happened but it certainly changed the overall vibe.

10/10 across the board. Karaoke jockeys are super nice. Bartenders are super nice. Other customers are super nice. No food but you can get food from nearby restaurants and bring it inside.