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Paper Plane

Cocktail Bar$$$$
Downtown San Jose, San Jose
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    Justin B.
    "Their Violet Fizz is one of the best cocktails I've ever had."(3 Tips)
    M T.
    "West Indies sour & Fernet are must try"(3 Tips)
    Jinnie L.
    "... tasty ;) I'm gonna try kentucky buck after this!!♥"(3 Tips)
    Andrew S.
    "Huge variety of whiskey"(9 Tips)
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  • Erik H.heart icon on user image
    Erik HummelAugust 26, 2014
    Really great cocktails. Awesome bar area, not too big but not crowded either. Nicholas makes perfect drinks and caters to some flavor profiles you are looking for.
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  • Jacqueline O.heart icon on user image
    Jacqueline O.September 18, 2014
    Very tasty cocktails. Love the drink menu.The bartenders here are really good at what they do. It's a beautiful bar with a vast selection of spirits. Get there early to avoid the line to get in.
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    Stefanie (Trimble) FluinSeptember 16, 2016
    Super hard to get a table, mainly standing room only. Super limited snack/food menu. Drinks are fancy and super creative which is cool! Great spot if you want to sip on a cocktail.
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  • Jay M.heart icon on user image
    Jay MarJanuary 6, 2018
    Bartenders are very friendly and helpful when choosing a drink; hard to get a seat when busy so expect usual standing or bar seat!
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  • Jason D.
    Jason DApril 20, 2014
    Still getting into the groove of being open. Order at the bar but sit wherever. Very cool menu that allows you to order a type of drink based on what you feel like (easy sipping/adventurous/etc).
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  • Matt T.heart icon on user image
    Matt TracyNovember 2, 2015
    The french fries are served with Old Bay ketchup! Being from Baltimore, this made me adore this place immediately. Not to mention the superb selection of spirits!
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  • Ryan L.heart icon on user image
    Ryan LeggettJune 16, 2017
    Extensive collection of fine spirits from all over with tasty snacks. Pick out a bourbon and pair it with the pork belly chicharrones.
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  • Katie Y.heart icon on user image
    Katie YamadaApril 2, 2016
    Asian Hotspot. Bartenders here actually care about the quality of the drinks, when the Milky Way comes back you NEED to get it (like a pineapple milky Bourbon drink). Can be massively crowded
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  • Kevin W.
    Kevin WongAugust 21, 2014
    Deviled Eggs and Chicken Waffle Sliders for food. Anything you can think of for drinks. Nice, open dining area and long bar with ample seating.
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  • Ryan L.heart icon on user image
    Ryan LaraApril 11, 2016
    Knowledge staff. Great drink selection. You can ask your bartender for any traditional cocktail that's not on the menu.
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  • Kathleen N.heart icon on user image
    Kathleen N.August 16, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    If you're a scotch person, get the Williams. Very scotchy ❤
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  • Joel C.heart icon on user image
    Joel CAugust 1, 2015
    Speakeasy cocktails- go crazy and ask for your favorite drink from a certain era. Pre-prohibition brandy old fashioned anyone?
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  • Paulina
    PaulinaOctober 18, 2014
    Great space, great cocktails and pretty delicious small bites. Don't bother with the deviled eggs though. They are really plain.
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  • Pavan K.heart icon on user image
    Pavan KulkarniMay 1, 2017
    Pretty good ambiance in San Jose downtown . The mezcal cocktails are good and loved their French fries
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  • Jennifer
    JenniferOctober 6, 2014
    Violet Fizz ranks as the best drink of the night, but all of our cocktails were fantastic. Not pretentious, low-key service.
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  • Andy D.
    Andy DavidsonFebruary 1, 2015
    Good selection of whiskeys and spirits that needs to be seen. And tasted. :)
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  • M T.heart icon on user image
    M TFebruary 23, 2015
    Awesome cocktails. West Indies sour & Fernet are must try
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  • Jamie L.
    Jamie LoBueOctober 4, 2014
    I'm really liking the Kentucky Buck. Very refreshing but a hint of sweet. Delish!
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  • Errol J.heart icon on user image
    Errol JacksonDecember 8, 2015
    Luuuhhhhhhv this place. Great service and an awesome place to meet some cool new people 😃😃
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  • Erica O.heart icon on user image
    Erica OtaApril 1, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    Great place for craft cocktails. Food is good too. Small plate style. Go see Ryan, the bartender!
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  • Francesca H.
    Francesca HernandezAugust 31, 2014
    Croque Madame sandwich is so good!!! It's good enough for two people; hits the spot. Try it!
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  • Justin B.heart icon on user image
    Justin BlantonAugust 10, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Their Violet Fizz is one of the best cocktails I've ever had. If you like gin, you'll love it.
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  • Joseph L.heart icon on user image
    Joseph LeJuly 19, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Great cocktails and vibe. Menu has flavor profiles to help you choose!
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  • Jinnie L.
    Jinnie LNovember 6, 2014
    OMG! gorgeous bar backdrop ever!! drinking royal hawaiian right now n it's pretty tasty ;) I'm gonna try kentucky buck after this!!♥
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  • Brian D.
    Brian Dela PenaApril 6, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Kentucky buck, fernet about it, truce de Puebla. Patrick, Raymond, and George - best bartenders/mixologists. Trust.
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  • Andrew S.heart icon on user image
    Andrew ShuttleworthFebruary 13, 2016
    Huge variety of whiskey, a few beers and fashionable, relaxing interior.
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  • Amy Z.
    Amy ZuNovember 20, 2014
    Order the Spice of Life. Even if it's not on the menu
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  • Altaf R.heart icon on user image
    Altaf RahmanFebruary 19, 2016
    Ton of signature drink to choose from.
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  • Kartik S.
    Kartik SathappanAugust 19, 2015
    Ask for a mojito. You won't get one, but what you do get will be amazing.
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  • Ben C.heart icon on user image
    Ben CoffeeOctober 1, 2014
    Excellent selection of thoughtful and creative cocktails. Good food too!
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  • Ashley S.heart icon on user image
    Ashley SpearsJune 24, 2016
    Cocktails on Tap and broad selection of bourbons!
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  • Irina B.heart icon on user image
    Irina BoteaSeptember 19, 2018
    Best bar in San Jose. Ask for the barrel aged menu.
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  • Alden C.heart icon on user image
    Alden CatesJanuary 20, 2019
    Huge selection of alcohol, list of 26 or so house cocktails.
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  • Helen
    HelenDecember 22, 2014
    Get the Fenway Flip - Bulleit Rye, Pimm's No. 1, Cinnamon, Egg and Bitters. Tastes like Christmas.
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  • Simon S.heart icon on user image
    Simon StøvringJune 22, 2018
    Good selection of beers and drinks. Was a little too crowded during WWDC.
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  • Evan L.heart icon on user image
    Evan LackeyFebruary 26, 2016
    Very good place to relax with an exceptional cocktail
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  • Doug M.
    Doug MakishimaNovember 20, 2014
    Amazing selection of brown water!
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  • Justine T.heart icon on user image
    Justine TaiMarch 17, 2016
    Good spot for whisky. It's lit on the weekend.
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  • Hanheart icon on user image
    HanAugust 14, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The Mac and cheese is pretty good!
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  • Aaron P.heart icon on user image
    Aaron PolzinSeptember 15, 2016
    Try something new! Bartenders will make something to your mood and tastes!
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  • Mandar M.
    Mandar MDecember 31, 2019
    Check out the new dec 2019 drinks menu
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  • Jennifer S.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer SuhAugust 9, 2014
    Fernet About It is really refreshing and nice. Bartender was a bit bro-y though.
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  • Daniel S.
    Daniel SerodioJune 13, 2019
    The "Milky Way" is amazing
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  • Mankanwal N.
    Mankanwal NijjarJune 4, 2014
    What an awesome spot with great food! 📋✈️
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  • Kevin P.heart icon on user image
    Kevin PhanAugust 31, 2014
    Nice vibe, cocktails, not too crowded
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  • David S.heart icon on user image
    David StephensMarch 12, 2015
    Ask the price when recommended a drink by the bartender.
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  • Daniel S.
    Daniel SerodioJune 13, 2019
    The "Milky Way" is awesome
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  • Andrea F.heart icon on user image
    Andrea FantiniDecember 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Ask fir the barrel aged cocktails
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  • Alex D.heart icon on user image
    Alex DiebaldJanuary 9, 2016
    Great bar food served until midnight.
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  • Raj S.heart icon on user image
    Raj SarmaFebruary 24, 2016
    Service is kind of slow, especially when it comes to food. Drinks are pretty good, but the place feels as intimate as an iHop.
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