Mortar & Pestle Bar

If you're looking for a trendy and casual spot with a touch of Indian flavors, Mortar & Pestle Bar is the place to be. Located in San Jose, California, this cocktail bar offers a unique fusion of Indian-inspired cocktails and bar snacks. With options for both meat-eaters and vegetarians, this bar provides a diverse menu to cater to various dietary preferences.

From the Chakna Platter to the Makhana and Masala Papad, the bar snacks at Mortar & Pestle Bar are a perfect complement to their extensive drink menu. With a variety of wines, beers, and signature cocktails like the Ambikas Grove and the Electric Lemonade, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

The ambiance at Mortar & Pestle Bar is laid back yet industrial, creating a welcoming space to relax and unwind. Whether you're looking to grab drinks with friends or enjoy a date night out, this bar offers a vibrant atmosphere for all occasions.

With positive reviews raving about the attentive service and delicious food recommendations, it's clear that Mortar & Pestle Bar goes above and beyond to provide an exceptional dining experience. So, if you're craving a unique fusion of Indian flavors in a trendy setting, make sure to check out Mortar & Pestle Bar for your next night out.

Mortar & Pestle Bar Menu

Location

Address: 3250 Zanker Rd San Jose, CA 95134
Phone: (408) 521-1119

🕓 Work Hours
MON 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
TUE 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
WED 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
THU 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
FRI 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
SAT 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
SUN 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Casual, Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Garage Parking, Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Best nights on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Smoking Outside Only
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Not Good For Kids
    No
  • Not Good For Dancing
    No
  • Pool Table
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Dhara N.

    21 September 2024

    Brianna was amazing last night!! She truly knows how to keep the guests happy. She kept checking on us and never left us alone. Brianna also has great taste for food so she gave us some really good food suggestions. Since this was our second dinner (friday night) we only ordered Kachori chaat and wada pav. Both were delicious. Pineapple fizz is a must if you love coconut flavor. Thank you Brianna for such a lovely time. We will be back soon.

  • Author: Ryan T.

    08 September 2024

    My wife and I met up here for drinks, but then realized there was a yummy Indian food menu too. Everything we had was awesome! For food, the tikka masala and Rogan Josh were both fantastic. The chips and guacamole were chunky and delicious. And then came the drinks! Our bartender Sodara made the most amazing drinks! Porn star martinis with boba and glitter! We had several other cocktails and all were wonderful.

  • Author: Boris M.

    18 August 2024

    We tried two cocktails at this occasion: the Holi Bhang, a refreshing dark rum-based drink with rosemary, lemon-verbena, sage, aquafaba, and orange bitters, and the Inflight Smoker, a crisp, citrusy, and smoky riff on the classic Paloma. The bartender told us that their mixologist crafts all the drinks across locations and rotates them regularly, so there's always something new to try.

  • Author: Shikiko W.

    13 August 2024

    The drinks and the atmosphere were absolutely amazing! Fernando was amazing and provided great recommendations for cocktails that were very tasty. Would love to come back!