SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant: A Modern, Upscale Wedding Venue in Downtown San Jose, CA

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant Introduce

For California couples planning their wedding, the venue is perhaps the most important decision, setting the entire tone for the big day. SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant in downtown San Jose emerges as a premier choice, offering a sophisticated, modern, and highly versatile setting that moves beyond the traditional banquet hall. Identified as a New American restaurant, Bar, and Live Music venue, its true strength lies in its capacity to transform into an elegant and dynamic Wedding Venue, perfect for ceremonies, receptions, and all related celebrations.

SP2 is celebrated for blending an upscale, trendy atmosphere with a communal, welcoming spirit. Its architecture features a redesigned modern brick-and-timber indoor space adjacent to an expansive, sunny outdoor patio lounge, providing flexible options for both intimate gatherings and large, lively parties. This venue is ideal for couples seeking an urban, industrial-chic aesthetic combined with high-end, locally sourced cuisine and exceptional bar service. It’s a complete package for a memorable wedding celebration in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Introduction / Overview

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant is a highly sought-after event venue that offers far more than a simple dining experience. It presents seasonal and locally-sourced New American cuisine, carefully crafted by the executive culinary team, ensuring wedding menus are fresh, innovative, and memorable. The venue's identity as a multi-faceted space—encompassing a restaurant, bar, and live music spot—translates into a dynamic and engaging wedding atmosphere where high-quality food, superb cocktails, and entertainment seamlessly merge.

The unique setting of SP2 is what truly captivates California couples. The combination of its stylish industrial decor, open floor concepts, and multiple distinct event spaces allows for a customized flow throughout the day. Whether you envision a champagne reception with small dishes, a formal family-style dinner, or a vibrant cocktail-style event with dancing, the venue can be configured to meet a wide range of needs. Furthermore, the commitment to providing a 'communal' experience extends to their service, which is designed to be friendly and attentive, ensuring every guest feels celebrated.

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant is not just an attractive backdrop; it's a full-service hospitality partner. Their special events staff is equipped to handle everything from pre-planning to on-site management, helping to ensure the wedding day is a smashing success. This focus on comprehensive service is a huge advantage for busy couples navigating the complexities of wedding planning in the Bay Area.

Location and Accessibility

The venue is centrally located at 72 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, USA. This prime address places it adjacent to the popular San Pedro Square Market, giving it an undeniable urban vitality. It is also just a short distance from major landmarks like the SAP Center, making it highly accessible for both local and out-of-town guests traveling to downtown San Jose.

Accessibility for guests is a key feature of the location:

Wheelchair Accessible: The venue offers a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating, ensuring comfort and ease of movement for all attendees.
Parking Options: Guests benefit from several convenient parking choices, including free street parking, metered street parking, and access to paid parking garages nearby.
Proximity to Transit: Its downtown location is well-served by public transportation options, simplifying arrival for guests who choose not to drive.
Outdoor Access: The large, open Patio Lounge is easily accessible and dogs are allowed in the outdoor space, adding flexibility for certain events.

The surrounding downtown environment provides a lively, sophisticated backdrop for a modern California wedding, offering guests opportunities to explore the city before or after the celebration.

Services Offered

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant provides a robust suite of services, positioning itself as a turn-key solution for wedding planning and execution:

Full Catering Services: Specializing in New American bistro cuisine with locally sourced ingredients, options include Buffet, Cocktail Reception, Dessert, Family Style, Hors d'oeuvres, Server(s), and Stations. Tasting sessions are available to finalize menu choices.
Comprehensive Bar Services: An enthusiastic bar team provides a full range of beverages, including hand-crafted House Cocktails (such as 'Purple Rain' and 'Lovers Rock'), a Great Wine List (featuring Californian and international selections like Justin Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon), Beer (Draft and Bottled, with local specialty options), and Hard Liquor. Services include Open Bar, Cash Bar, Premium Liquor, and Signature Drink options.
Dedicated Event Spaces: Offers multiple distinct areas—the Indoor Restaurant (Max 300 capacity), Patio Lounge (Max 150 capacity with a private bar), and the Banquet Room (ideal for intimate dinners). Full Venue Buyout (up to 555 standing/257 seated) is available for exclusive use.
Wedding Event Types: Capable of hosting all related celebrations, including the Ceremony, Reception, Bridal Shower, Engagement Party, Elopements, and Rehearsal Dinners.
Amenities and Logistics: Includes Event Rentals (furniture, tables), professional Service Staff, Clean Up, Bar Onsite, Restrooms, and Wi-Fi. A/V equipment and a Dance Floor are also available for enhanced entertainment.
Planning Assistance: The special events staff provides pre-planning consultation and on-site management to ensure a flawless execution of the event.

Features / Highlights

The features and highlights of SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant make it a distinctive and desirable wedding location in the Bay Area:

Architectural Style and Vibe: The venue boasts a stylish industrial design with exposed brick and timber, creating an upscale, trendy, and casual atmosphere that is highly appealing for modern weddings.
Outdoor Private Patio: The expansive Patio Lounge, complete with its own private bar and an outdoor grill, allows for stunning alfresco ceremonies and receptions. Heaters are available to ensure guest comfort during cooler evenings under the stars.
Exceptional Culinary and Cocktail Program: Renowned for its Great Cocktails and a menu featuring high-quality items like Hokkaido Scallops, Grilled New York Steak, and Wood-Fired Pizza (e.g., Truffle Shuffle), ensuring a premium dining experience for guests.
All-Day Dining Capacity: The kitchen is capable of serving everything from the pre-wedding Brunch (with options like Chicken & Waffles and Mimosas for the Table) to late-night food, ensuring guests are well-fed throughout the celebration.
Entertainment Ready: The venue is fully equipped to handle Live Music and features a DJ booth and dance floor, ideal for a lively reception party.
Inclusivity: The venue is proudly LGBTQ+ friendly and identifies as a Transgender safespace, making it a welcoming and safe choice for all couples. It is also an Asian-owned business.

Contact Information

To begin planning your wedding or special event at SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant, please use the following contact details:

Address: 72 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
Phone: (408) 333-9267

What is Worth Choosing

For couples in California, particularly those residing in the Bay Area, SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant is worth choosing because it offers a rare combination of a high-energy urban setting, flexible event spaces, and superior culinary execution. It is the perfect alternative to traditional venues for couples who want their wedding to feel like an elevated, exclusive celebration.

The primary reason to choose SP2 is its ability to provide a full-service, seamless event. The in-house catering is not standard banquet fare; it is genuinely delicious, locally sourced New American cuisine. Customer reviews consistently praise the consistency and quality of the food, from sticky ribs to the warm burrata cheese, highlighting a talented chef who keeps the bar high. The extensive wine list and creative house cocktails are also a major draw, ensuring a sophisticated beverage program for the reception.

Secondly, the versatility of the space is unmatched. The option for a full venue buyout accommodating up to 555 guests, or the utilization of specific areas like the Patio Lounge with its private bar and outdoor dining capabilities, means the venue adapts to your vision, not the other way around. The sophisticated atmosphere, which is trendy yet family-friendly, creates an enjoyable environment for a diverse guest list, from college students to older family members. For a modern, stylish, and flawlessly executed wedding that feels less like a formality and more like the best party of your life, SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant stands out as the premier choice in downtown San Jose.

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant Food & drink

House Cocktails
Broken Clocks $15.00
a classic whiskey sour with a refreshing touch of rich agave infused with the earthy notes of rosemary and citrus
Last Goodbye $15.00
few things say summer is here much like white peach, hibiscus & tequila
Lovers Rock $15.00
a sour unlike any other, the smooth blending of tequila, midori & japanese yuzu make for a refreshing taste made for the shade
No New Friends $15.00
berries only!… our favorite mix of blackberries, blueberries & huckleberries make this gin cocktail a bramble worth savoring
Purple Rain $15.00
an elegant take on a tequila sour, worthy of prince himself
Simple Things $15.00
if spirit forward flavors are your craving, this elegant reposado tequila take on a negroi is simply perfection
Summertime Magic $15.00
the paloma, an sp2 staple. this summertime expression of tequila, pineapple & chili de arbol create the perfect cocktail to enjoy the spice of our cities heat
Half Way Crooks $16.00
the ultimate riff on the long island ice tea. refreshing as is it dynamic, this take on the classic is a summer time staple

Sparkling
Domaine Chandon Sparking Wine $12.00
california, NV
Piper-Sonoma Brut Rosé $14.00
sonoma county, california NV
Telmont 'Réserve' Brut Champagne $18.00
champagne, france NV

White
Chapoutier ‘Belleruche’ Still Rosé $12.00
côtes du rhône, france 2020
The Better Half Sauvignon Blanc $12.00
marlborough, new zealand 2022
Laurenz V. Grüner Veltliner $12.00
niederösterreich, austria 2020
Gehricke Chardonnay $15.00
russian river valley, california 2019

Red
Jules Taylor Pinot Noir $15.00
marlborough, new zealand 2021
Dry Creek Vineyard 'Heritage Vines' Zinfandel $14.00
dry creek valley, california 2021
Justin Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon $15.00
paso robles, california 2019

Bottles/Cans
Tremor California
american light lager
Farmers Brewing
american light lager
21st Amendment 'Hell or High Watermelon'
wheat
Stem Ciders 'Off-Dry'
cider
HenHouse 'The Walrus is Paul'
american ipa
Coronado Brewing 'Never Better'
double ipa
Old Rasputin
russian imperial stout

Draft
Rotating Draft
inquire for our rotating selection

Bites
Caviar Bump $18.00
CA classic white sturgeon
Oysters on the Half Shell $18.00
apricot- yuzu mignonette
Ahi Tuna Tartare $18.00
furikake shrimp chips, pineapple-yuzu agua chile, avocado
Pork Belly Steam Buns (2) $12.00
pickled veggies, hoisin, scallions
Crispy Brussels Sprouts $15.00
chorizo, sweet and sour tamari glaze, candied fresno chili, chili aioli, scallions
St. Louis Style Spare Ribs $15.00
soy-ginger glaze, cabbage slaw
Arancini Verde $15.00
eggplant caponata, cherry tomato vierge, gouda, mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, manchego
Chicken Wings $14.00
sp2 chili crunch, spicy buffalo sauce
Crispy Chicken Sandwich $18.00
shredded iceberg, spicy agave mustard, calabrian chili aioli, pickled yum yum peppers, sesame seed bun
SP2 Double Quarter Pounder $22.00
double american wagyu patties, shredded iceberg, sharp white cheddar, remoulade, sesame seed bun served with salt & vinegar french fries

Starters
Spicy Tomato Bisque $11.00
napa valley batard, serrano chile, sherry
Brokaw Avocado Toast $14.00
heirloom tomatoes, pickled spring onions, sp2 chili crunch, crispy quinoa, radish
Baby Romaine Caesar $15.00
baby romaine, parmigiano reggiano, croutons, anchovy-caesar dressing
Picnic Salad $16.00
mixed greens, buttermilk dressing, roasted chicken, beets, bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, celery, cucumber, chevre
Burrata Frita $18.00
chanterelle mushroom ragu, grana padano, chives

Wood-Fired Pizza
Margherita $17.00
tomato, mozzarella, basil
Mushroom Bianca $20.00
white wine cream sauce, cremini, mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, thyme, baby kale, chili flakes, preserved lemon vinaigrette
Hobbs’ Pepperoni $22.00
beef and pork pepperoni, tomato, mozzarella, grand padano
Truffle Shuffle $25.00
red sauce, mozzarella, gouda, manchego, grana padano, italian sausage, salametto picante, chorizo, red onion, mushroom, pickled jalapeno, truffle honey
The California $23.00
white sauce, mozzarella, gouda, manchego, garlic, sausage, chicken, bacon, scallions

Mains
Seasonal Risotto $19.00
seasonal market vegetables
Harissa Garlic Shrimp $22.00
nduja corn succotash, fingerling potatoes, scallions, corn puree
Garlic-Rosemary Tri-Tip Sandwich $22.00
pickled vegetables, chili aioli, carmalized onions, muenster cheese
Ora King Salmon $32.00
butternut squash, seasonal brassica, king trumpet mushrooms, thai basil salsa verde
Hokkaido Scallops $39.00
corn puree, toybox summer squash, bacon, pickled ramps
Grilled New York Steak $42.00
leek puree, braised cipollini onions, banana fingerling potato, alba mushrooms, holy trinity chimichurri, sauce bordelaise

Dessert
Brioche Donuts $8.00
baked fresh daily
Basque Cheesecake $9.00
peach lychee coulis, peche de vigne compressed peaches

Bites
Caviar Bump $15.00
CA classic white sturgeon
Oysters on the Half Shell $15.00
apricot- yuzu mignonette
Ahi Tuna Tartare $15.00
furikake shrimp chips, pineapple-yuzu agua chile avocado
Pork Belly Steam Buns (2) $9.00
pickled veggies, hoisin, scallions
Arancini Verde $12.00
eggplant caponata, cherry tomato vierge, gouda, mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, manchego
Chicken Wings $11.00
sp2 chili crunch, spicy buffalo sauce
St. Louis Style Spare Ribs $12.00
soy-ginger bbq glaze, cabbage slaw
Stout Glazed Brussels Sprouts $13.00
guanciale, sweet and sour shallots, grana padano, rasputin stout glaze, bonito flakes, sunny side egg
Crispy Chicken Sandwich $15.00
shredded iceberg, spicy agave mustard, calabrian chili aioli, pickled yum yum peppers
SP2 Double Quarter Pounder $19.00
double american wagyu patties, shredded iceberg, sharp white cheddar, remoulade, sesame seed bun served with salt & vinegar french fries

Drinks
House Cocktails $13.00
handcrafted by our talented SP2 Bar Team
Draft/Bottled Beer $6.00
inquire for our rotating selection
Wine $9.00
sourced from around the world

Entrees
Hobbs Bacon Benedict $16.00
poached eggs, english muffin, hollandaise, choice of bacon / smoked salmon +3
Seasonal Veggie Scramble $17.00
shimeji mushroom, peppers, leeks, kale, garlic and herb boursin
Sausage Scramble $18.00
tomato & leek fondue, toulouse sausage, chevre
Smoked Salmon Scramble $19.00
creme fraiche, scallions, fried capers
Chicken & Waffles $21.00
raspberry sauce, espelette honey butter, grade a maple syrup
Tri-Tip Hash $21.00
yukon gold potato hash, chorizo, allium, bell pepper, poached eggs, hollandaise

Sides
Egg $3.00
Bacon (5) $8.00
Fried Potatoes $6.00
Panorama English Muffin $5.00
Seasonal Fruit $7.00

Brunch Revivers
SP2 Bloody Mary $15.00
vodka, celery seed, horseradish, black pepper, lemon, bacon
Passionfruit Bellini $14.00
passionfruit nectar, prosecco
Elderflower Spritz $14.00
elderflower, prosecco, lemon
Corpse Reviver No. 2 $15.00
gin, lillet blanc, cointreau, lemon, absinthe
Mimosa for You $11.00
sparkling wine, choice of juice
Mimosas for the Table $29.00
bottle of sparkling wine, choice of two juices

Signatures
Sourdough Mochi Waffle $13.00
amaretto, espresso, lilikoi, fresh mixed berries
All Star Breakfast $16.00
sunny-side or scrambled eggs, bacon choice of potatoes or fruit
Pork Belly Breakfast Sandwich $14.00
english muffin, hoisin glazed pork belly, baked egg, white cheddar, pickled veggies, chili aioli, fries
Garlic-Rosemary Tri-Tip Sandwich $22.00
pickled vegetables, chili aioli, carmalized onions, muenster cheese
Fried Chicken $17.00
slaw, hot honey, fresno chili buffalo sauce, home fries
St. Louis Style Spare Ribs $15.00
soy-ginger bbq glaze, cabbage slawfull order
SP2 Double Quarter Pounder $21.00
double american wagyu patties, shaved lettuce, sharp white cheddar, secret sauce, brioche bunserved with salt & vinegar french fries

Starters
Berry Parfait $9.00
organic straus greek yogurt, mixed berries, granola, raspberry coulis
Brokaw Avocado Toast $14.00
heirloom tomatoes, pickled spring onions, sp2 chili crunch, crispy quinoa, radish
Picnic Salad $16.00
mixed greens, buttermilk dressing, roasted chicken, beets, bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, celery, cucumber, chevre
Baby Romaine Caesar $15.00
baby romaine, parmigiano reggiano, croutons, anchovy-caesar dressing
Brussels Sprouts $14.00
ponzu, hot honey, chorizo, pickled onion
Arancini Verde $16.00
mushroom bolognese, two sunny side eggs, hollandaise

Wood-Fired
Margherita $17.00
tomato, mozzarella, basil
Hobbs' Pepperoni $22.00
beef and pork pepperoni, tomato, mozzarella, grand padano
Mushroom Bianca $20.00
white wine cream sauce, cremini, mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, thyme, baby kale, chili flakes, preserved lemon vinaigrette
Truffle Shuffle $25.00
red sauce, mozzarella, gouda, manchego, grana padano, italian sausage, salametto picante, chorizo, red onion, mushroom, pickled jalapeno, truffle honey

Small Bites
Bouillon Poached Prawns $60.00
yuzu cocktail sauce
Mini Angus Burgers $75.00
brioche bun, cheddar, remoulade
Hot Chicken Sliders $75.00
romaine, calabrian chili aioli, house pickles
Petite Smoked Salmon Sandwich $60.00
dill crème fraiche, shaved cucumber, mint
Wild Mushroom Rillettes $60.00
mushroom & garlic pâté, black sesame cracker, cognac, lemon zest
Stuffed Baby Bella Mushroom $45.00
tomato fondue, basil, parmesan
Seasonal Vegetable Skewer $45.00
vadouvan vinaigrette

Salads & Bowls
House Salad $180.00
mixed greens, seasonal vegetables, yum yum peppers, red wine vinaigrette
Caesar Salad $180.00
romaine lettuce, croutons, parmigiano reggiano
Fruit & Cheese Platter $180.00
chef’s selection of cheese, melon, pineapple, and berries

Entrees
St. Louis Style Ribs (80 Pcs) $300.00
soy-ginger bbq glaze
Lasagna Bolognese $300.00
beef & pork bolognese, mozzarella, ricotta, grana padano
Roasted Chicken $250.00
vadouvan rub, agave glaze, chicken demi
Marinated Ny Steak $475.00
garlic & aromatics, sauce bordelaise
Roasted Salmon $375.00
espelette rub, yuzu-kosho teriyaki glaze
Ssamjang Mushroom Fried Rice $260.00
mushroom medley, carrots, scallion, garlic, peas

Sides
Brabant Potatoes $180.00
sofrito, roasted yukon gold potatoes, herbs
Roasted Brussels Sprouts $180.00
vadouvan vinaigrette, parmigiano reggiano, lemon zest
Mac & Cheese $250.00
rotini pasta, grana padano, gruyere, cheddar, sauce mornay, panko
Roasted Cauliflower $170.00
salsa verde, cilantro

Foccacia Pizza
Classic Margherita
tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil
Spicy Sicilian
tomato, salame finocchiona, honey, mozzarella, pepperoncini, basil, oregano, calabrian chili vinaigrette
Hobbs’ Pepperoni Pizza
tomato sauce, mozzarella, grana padano, hobbs' pepperoni

Desserts
Vanilla Bean Bread Pudding $60.00
brioche loaf, cognac, maple syrup, whipped cream
Carmelia Chocolate Bread Pudding $60.00
caramel custard infused with cognac
Seasonal Fruit Tartlet $45.00
pastry cream, seasonal fruit compote

Small Bites
Petite Kobe Burgers $75.00
brioche bun, pepperjack, remoulade
Hot Chicken Sliders $75.00
romaine, calabrian chili aioli, house pickles
Petite Smoked Salmon Sandwich $60.00
dill crème fraiche, shaved cucumber, mint
Wild Mushroom Rillettes $60.00
mushroom & garlic pâté, black sesame cracker, cognac, lemon zest
Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms $45.00
tomato fondue, basil, parmesan
Seasonal Vegetable Skewer $45.00
vadouvan vinaigrette

Salads & Bowls
House Salad $180.00
mixed greens, seasonal vegetables, yum yum peppers, red wine vinaigrette
Caesar Salad $180.00
romaine lettuce, croutons, parmigiano reggiano
Fruit & Cheese Platter $180.00
Chef's selection of cheeses and seasonal fruits

Sides
Brabant Potatoes $180.00
sofrito, roasted yukon gold potatoes, herbs
Hobbs’ Bacon $150.00
applewood-smoked
Vanilla Bean French Toast $200.00
coconut chantilly, pineapple creme anglaise, candied hazelnuts

Focaccia Pizza
Good Morning Pie
white cheddar, prosciutto, yukon gold potatoes, eggs, salsa verde
Classic Margherita
tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil
Hobbs’ Pepperoni Pizza
tomato, mozzarella, grana padano, hobbs' pepperoni

Dessert
Vanilla Bean Bread Pudding $60.00
brioche loaf, cognac, maple syrup, whipped cream
Carmelia Chocolate Bread Pudding $60.00
caramel custard infused with cognac
Caramel Custard Infused with Cognac $45.00
pastry cream, seasonal fruit compote

Entrees
St. Louis Style Ribs (80pcs) $300.00
Soy-Ginger Glaze
Ssamjang Mushroom Fried Rice *V*VG $260.00
Mushroom Medley, Scallions, Carrots, Peas, Garlic
Seasonal Vegetable Scamble *V *GF $225.00
Seasonal Vegetables, Eggs
Baked Egg Casserole $250.00
Prosciutto, Potato, Chicken, White Cheddar, Toybox Tomato Fondue
Scambled Eggs *V*GF $100.00

Menu
SALAD CHOICE:
Choose one
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Parmigiano Reggiano, croutons
House Salad *V *VG *GF
Mixed greens, shaved seasonal vegetables, pickled yum yum peppers, red wine vinaigrette.
ENTREE CHOICE:
Choose one • Add an additional entree for $15 pp
Roasted Chicken
Vadouvan roasted chicken, agave glaze, chicken demi-glace.
St. Louis Style Spare Ribs
Soy-ginger BBQ glaze.
Koshari *V *vG
Carrot puree, French green lentils, chickpeas, basmati rice, shaved seasonal vegetables, crispy garlic, vadouvan vinaigrette.
SIDE CHOICE:
Choose one
Seasonal Vegetables *V *VG *gf
French Fries
Pomme Puree *V
DESERT:
Included
Vanilla Bean Bread Pudding *V
Brioche, vanilla bean, cognac, maple syrup, whipped cream.

Menu
SALAD CHOICE:
Choose one
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Parmigiano Reggiano, croutons.
House Salad *V *VG *GF
Mixed greens, shaved seasonal vegetables, pickled yum yum peppers, red wine vinaigrette.
ENTREE CHOICE:
Choose one • Add an additional entree for $10 pp
Vegetable Frittata *V *GF
Portobello mushroom, spinach, sauteed bell pepper, onion, chevre, roasted garlic, tomato fondue.
French Toast *V
Coconut chantilly, pineapple creme Anglaise, candied hazelnuts.
Scrambled Eggs *V *GF
SIDE CHOICE:
Choose two
Hobbs’ Bacon
French Fries
Panorama English Muffins *V
Seasonal Fruit Medley *V

Sparkling & Champagne
Veuve Clicquot Brut $300.00
Bruno Paillard Brut $350.00
Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru
Dom Perignon Brut $650.00
2012
Krug Brut $900.00
Grande Cuvee 170eme
Dom Perignon Brut $1,200.00
2009
Armand de Brignac Brut $700.00
Ace of Spades
Dom Perignon Brut $1,200.00
Plenitude 2
Armand de Brignac Brut $1,300.00
Ace of Spades

Sparkling Rosé
Möet Nectar Imperial Rosé $300.00
Veuve Clicquot Rosé $700.00
Dom Perignon Rosé $950.00
2003
Dom Perignon Rosé $850.00
2006
Armand de Brignac Rosé $950.00
Ace of Spades
Armand de Brignac Rosé $1,800.00
Ace of Spades

Spirits
Belvedere Vodka $350.00
Tito's Vodka $350.00
Grey Goose Vodka $350.00
Ketel One Vodka $350.00
Don Julio Blanco Tequila $350.00
Don Julio Reposado Tequila $375.00
Don Julio Añejo Tequila $400.00
Don Julio '1942' Tequila $650.00
Casamigos Blanco Tequila $350.00
Casamigos Reposado Tequila $400.00
Clase Azul Reposado Tequila $650.00
Hendrick's Gin $350.00
Buffalo Trace 'SP2 Single Cask' Bourbon $375.00
Jameson Irish Whiskey $350.00
Hennessy VS Cognac $375.00
Hennessy VSOP 'Privilege' Cognac $475.00
Hennessy XO Cognac $750.00

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant Details

From the business
Identifies as Asian-owned

Service options
Outdoor seating
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights
Fast service
Fireplace
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Great wine list
Live music
Serves local specialty
Sports

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Happy hour drinks
Happy hour food
Hard liquor
Late-night food
Small plates
Vegetarian options
Wine

Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities
Bar onsite
Restroom
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi

Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Upscale

Crowd
College students
Family-friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safespace

Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
High chairs

Parking
Free street parking
Paid parking garage
Parking

Pets
Dogs allowed outside

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant Photos

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant Location

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant

California Santa Clara County San Jose Ballbach and SOFA North Almaden Avenue

72 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant Reviews

An average rating of ★4.1 from 892 user reviews.

patioribscrowdlive musicmimosassecurityDJburratabathroomthursday

★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1

Consider this place more of a bar than a restaurant. Place was simple but cute. Had an open floor concept to it.Food: it was okay. Not the best, but it wasn’t the worst. Cocktails were well made. They delivered what and how they needed to deliver! 🙃Service: Super friendly staff! However, cleaning the kitchen (spraying, wiping, brooming, mopping, etc) while still cooking food orders cannot be sanitary!!!! 🫠Ambience: DJ was on point! Definitely would go back on a late spring or summer day/night just for cocktails.Parking: available either in nearby structures or meter street parking.
February 26 · Jocelyn Hernandez
Since the day this place opened. It has been a delight. Definitely on the list of some of the best happy hour in downtown San Jose. Consistency is king and with this spot consistency is on point. Everything from the sticky ribs to their warm burrata cheese, the food is great. I understand there. Chef is very talented and is indeed keeping the bar high. Happy hour drinks are a good deal, and if you get there early enough, you can find a seat at the bar or outside on the covered patio. I’m glad they’ve survived and are still doing great things.
August 23 · Carl Foisy
Don't bother to go here! Our brunch experience was horrible. Where do I start! We were given dinner menu first despite confirming about the menu. Service is super slow, our orders weren't taken for the longest time. The waitress forgot to get our mains. Food lacked seasoning and tasted bland. I would definitely not recommend this place to anyone.
February 25 · Prajakta Chavan
Amazing experience. We were walking around and passed by this place. Unfortunately, they were not open at this time, but we came back during opening hours. So glad we came back because we would’ve spent the entire night here. It was fantastic.The stimulating conversation from Link, Don and Lex with their input on what to see and what to visit while in San Jose was phenomenal. Will 100%… no will 110% come back here. The food superb, the drinks phenomenal and the atmosphere perfection. Highly recommend.
August 02 · Kat De Camillo
The place is generally very happening every time I have passed by so finally tried it. I do not appreciate that they make their waitresses wear skimpy clothes, especially more so in the winter. Like why!? You will do just fine with having them warmly dressed. I would give this place a 5 star if not for this.I did love the cocktail I got, it was a coffee one and so good. There was a huge block of ice in the middle and then the drink around it. So no ice chunks weirdly coming in your mouth, and the drink was so smooth and tasty!
February 22 · Nidhi Baid