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Poor House Bistro

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Nestled in the heart of San Jose at 317 Sharks Wy, our Poor House Bistro offers a unique culinary experience that celebrates authentic Italian flavors. Established with passion and dedication, we pride ourselves on serving up traditional dishes with a modern twist. Our menu, care...

Poor House Bistro

Italian · San Jose

Savor authentic Italian flavors in the heart of San Jose

4.4 · 1,583 ressenyes Google
Yelp 3.5 (1,392) TripAdvisor 4.2 (123)

Sobre Poor House Bistro

Nestled in the heart of San Jose at 317 Sharks Wy, our Poor House Bistro offers a unique culinary experience that celebrates authentic Italian flavors. Established with passion and dedication, we pride ourselves on serving up traditional dishes with a modern twist. Our menu, carefully crafted by our...

Nestled in the heart of San Jose at 317 Sharks Wy, our Poor House Bistro offers a unique culinary experience that celebrates authentic Italian flavors. Established with passion and dedication, we pride ourselves on serving up traditional dishes with a modern twist. Our menu, carefully crafted by our experienced chefs, features classic Italian fare like homemade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and succulent risottos, all prepared using high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible. With a rating of 4.4/5 based on 1583 reviews, we take pride in delivering not just delicious food but an engaging dining experience that caters to various tastes and occasions. From intimate dinners for two to lively gatherings with friends, our versatile space ensures comfort and ambiance in every visit. Come join us at Poor House Bistro—where tradition meets innovation on every plate.

Què diuen els clients de Poor House Bistro

Poor House Bistro is a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere, live blues music, and tasty Cajun food. Customers rave about the friendly staff and the outdoor seating area. It's a favorite before Sharks games and for birthday parties.

Plats populars

Po Boy (4) Fried Oyster Po' Boy sandwich shrimp n grits The Drippins sandwich Fried Seafood Platter Chicken and Sausage Gumbo crawfish pasta Blackened shrimp pasta

Ideal per a

Grups Locals Informal Celebracions

Tip: A great spot before Sharks games. Enjoy the live music between Wednesday and the weekend.

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Arena Green
A 275m

Arena Green

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Adobe Luis María Peralta
Patrimoni
A 342m

Adobe Luis María Peralta

edificio

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Pellier Park
A 357m

Pellier Park

parque

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McEnery Park
A 550m

McEnery Park

parque

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Oakland Ballpark
A 722m

Oakland Ballpark

estadio

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27–29 Fountain Alley
Patrimoni
A 768m

27–29 Fountain Alley

edificio

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Explora els voltants de Poor House Bistro

Poor House Bistro es troba a San Jose, envoltat de llocs d'interès cultural i històric. Aquests són alguns dels punts més destacats als voltants.

Patrimoni Històric

  • Adobe Luis María Peralta (A 342m) — building in California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • 27–29 Fountain Alley (A 768m) — Historic commercial building located in San Jose, California, USA. Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos

Parcs i Jardins

  • Arena Green (A 275m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
  • Pellier Park (A 357m) — park in San Jose, California, United States
  • McEnery Park (A 550m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
  • Ryland Park (A 813m) — park in San Jose, California, United States
  • Plaza de César Chávez (A 835m) — plaza mayor de San José, California
  • Plaza Park (A 857m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America

Altres Llocs d'Interès

  • Oakland Ballpark (A 722m) — proposed baseball stadium in Oakland, California
  • San Jose Civic (A 878m) — building in California, United States

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Preguntes freqüents sobre Poor House Bistro

Poor House Bistro es troba a 317 Sharks Wy, San Jose, CA 95110, San Jose.
A prop de Poor House Bistro es troben llocs d'interès com Arena Green, Adobe Luis María Peralta, Pellier Park, McEnery Park.
Poor House Bistro ofereix cuina italian.
Poor House Bistro té horari d'atenció. Consulta el perfil per horaris actualitzats.
Els plats més recomanats a Poor House Bistro segons les opinions dels clients són: Po Boy, Fried Oyster Po' Boy sandwich, shrimp n grits, The Drippins sandwich, Fried Seafood Platter.
Poor House Bistro és ideal per a grups, locals, informal, celebracions.
Poor House Bistro is a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere, live blues music, and tasty Cajun food. Customers rave about the friendly staff and the outdoor seating area. It's a favorite before Sharks games and for birthday parties.
A great spot before Sharks games. Enjoy the live music between Wednesday and the weekend.
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Opinions de Poor House Bistro San Jose

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Mike Juarez

Our First time there .. it was Wonderful... !!!! We had such a Great time... Cool Place to hangout before an Event... the Food was OUTSTANDING... a Band was playing in the outdoor Bar area ... they were Excellent... we will definitely be making this another Spot to hangout at ... CHEERS and SEMPER FIDELIS...!!!!

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Mark Shannon

Went with the jambalaya and it did not disappoint. Really flavorful, hearty, and a bigger portion than I expected. It had that comforting, homey feel but still packed plenty of spice and depth. The staff were incredibly friendly too — you can tell they care about making sure you’re having a good time. That kind of service always makes a difference. Parking wasn’t the easiest situation, which was probably the only small downside, but it didn’t take away from the overall experience. Once we were seated and eating, everything felt relaxed and enjoyable. It’s the kind of place where you leave satisfied and thinking, “Yeah, I’d come back here.” Definitely a solid find.

Dijana Marina
Dijana Marina

Blackened shrimp pasta and beignets is all I ever order. My son had the meat Poboy. He said it was amazing.

Alexa Young
Alexa Young

This is probably the best Italian place I’ve ever been to, absolutely amazing food and good area to sit down. Definitely recommend!

Sweet T
Sweet T

I was not a fan of Cajun food till I came here. The food was sooooo good! The service was very nice. Not too crowded. Good volume to have conversations. The outdoor area was nice and warm, even on Christmas week. Little pricey but very worth it.

Suriya Arumugavelan
Suriya Arumugavelan

The highlight of this spot is the energy and vibe with the live music between Wednesday to the weekend. It’s quite unlike any other place in that area. As far as the food - we’ve ordered the shrimp po boy, chicken sandwich, creole pasta (vegetarian), tofu burger and beignets over the couple visits. Portions are always generous (order accordingly), the bread used for the sandwiches is divine. They have a few hot drinks as well like a boozy hot cocoa. Highly recommend a visit!

Finding Running
Finding Running

Okay, so I checked out 317 Sharks Way in San Jose last night. It was pretty busy, a Friday, and the live music was a cool addition. I got the jambalaya – it was tasty, pretty generous portion too. The staff were really friendly. Parking was a bit of a hassle, but honestly, it was a solid, enjoyable spot. I'd go back!

Amy Sinclair
Amy Sinclair

Poor House Bistro is a really fun, easy spot for lunch or dinner. The live music is a great bonus... they always have someone amazing playing. It's absolutely our go-to spot before any Sharks game. We split a po-boy, an order of beignets and a pitcher of PBR pregame and we are good to go! We've come brought our kids and they enjoyed it too. Definitely a must try if you're anywhere near SAP Center (It's only like a 5 or 10 minute walk (safe) from the stadium). Highly recommend.

graciela albini
graciela albini

Very good tasty food. Big portions. The blackened chicken wings are delicious. The 3 dishes we choose were all great. Will come back when in San Jose again. Nice atmosphere.

Ashley hellcat
Ashley hellcat

Cool place, amazing service, free live music, good food but could use a bit more flavor. Some things were amazing, the crawfish pasta, corn bread, and fried shrimp were fantastic, but the shrimp gumbo needed a bit more flavor. The cocktails were great too!

Susan Bocchini
Susan Bocchini

Great food. The fish was so flavorful and crispy. Really good clam chowder in large bowl. Coleslaw delightful. Wonderful creole music. Outdoor seating. Good shade.

Llana Flores
Llana Flores

I had an excellent experience the food is very delicious. If you want to take a drink see and hear a live music you have to visit this familiar place

Shannon W
Shannon W

Oh my goodness!!! This place is my new favorite local gem! The atmosphere alone is a reason worth going! I came here on a whim because I wanted to get a carryout. While standing there I had some help with what to chose from the menu and got invited to join a lovely table of amazing people including Jay the owner. Amazing human beings here and I wish I lived locally to come here more! The music is a great experience and the food is soo good! Highly recommend the crawfish pasta and jambalaya. I got to learn the history of this restaurant which was so fascinating. Definitely stop by for a good time!

Clorinde MS
Clorinde MS

Very friendly waitress Michelle and lovely authentic Cajun food. There was a band playing too. We enjoyed it.

Desiree R.
Desiree R.

The SHRIMP AND GRITS!!!! What a perfect dish!! Literally... Made to perfection!! Creamy, cheesy deliciousness topped with fresh, plump, meaty shrimp. It was so good that I did a little happy dance after I finished eating!! This dish is hard to find in San Jose and I'm so glad that not only do they make it, but they do it fantastically!!!

Talia Karasinski
Talia Karasinski

Had dinner here on a Friday night and there was a live band! Seating was easy to find, the staff was so friendly and the vibes were great. We tried the jambalaya and the fried shrimp. Both were pretty good! The food came out quickly. Overall a great experience and I’d definitely visit again.

april
april

Nice cozy shaded seat outside patio with a great sounding band was my favorite part. I got the andoullie sausage . Nice flavor and fries were crispy. Cashier was friendly. I went before the evening rush. I'll be back 😊

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Chrystal L.

Their food is delish! Love sitting outside and they have an outdoor bar. Lots of shady spots and fun for a large group. Our group loved everything we ordered.

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Chrystal L.

Their food is delish! Love sitting outside and they have an outdoor bar. Lots of shady spots and fun for a large group. Our group loved everything we ordered.

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Chrystal L.

Their food is delish! Love sitting outside and they have an outdoor bar. Lots of shady spots and fun for a large group. Our group loved everything we ordered.

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Kirsten D.

Good vibe, good people, great cooks, great bartenders. Plus live jazx/blues music. Real neighborhood joint you just want to come back too

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Vanessa P.

I love seafood and cajun food, so naturally Poor House Bistro is one of my most favorite restaurants!\n\nI love the Fried oyster Po' Boy sandwich. It's what sandwich dreams are made of, cri…

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Vanessa P.

I love seafood and cajun food, so naturally Poor House Bistro is one of my most favorite restaurants!\n\nI love the Fried oyster Po' Boy sandwich. It's what sandwich dreams are made of, crispy, b…

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Vanessa P.

I love seafood and cajun food, so naturally Poor House Bistro is one of my most favorite restaurants!\n\nI love the Fried Oyster Po' Boy sandwich. It's what sandwich dreams are made of, crispy, b…

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Attosa C.

I was not a fan of Cajun food till I came here. The food was sooooo good! The service was very nice. Not too crowded. Good volume to have conversations. The outdoor area was nice and warm, even on …

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Attosa C.

I was not a fan of Cajun food till I came here. The food was sooooo good! The service was very nice. Not too crowded. Good volume to have conversations. The outdoor area was nice and warm, even o…

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Attosa C.

I was not a fan of Cajun food till I came here. The food was sooooo good! The service was very nice. Not too crowded. Good volume to have conversations. The outdoor area was nice and warm, even on …

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Charlotte M.

Ordered The Drippins sandwich and it was legit and delicious from start to finish! Friend got blackened chicken and Tasso pasta- absolutely superb. Band was playing. Staff was super sweet. It's a g…

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Monica V.

Came back as a group and the staff there is always so friendly. They came to check on us often. The food is always great. I like to try their specials. This time it was shrimp n grits.

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Cherry H.

Food:\n*Fried Seafood Platter with 2 sides, we picked the cole slaw and cajun potato salad \n*Chicken and Sausage Gumbo\n*Aperol Spritz \n* beer from Russian River, Narrative, and more \n\nGreat ho…

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Dawn R.

Love Poor House Bistro. Long time favorite. Great food, music and friendly staff! Not to mention the backyard bar and Abita beer on tap.

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Noelle G

I was looking for a place to have my birthday party. I have not been back to Poor House since they moved the house to Little Italy. I went to take a look and was pleased to see a large patio and deci…

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Noelle G

I was looking for a place to have my birthday party. I have not been back to Poor House since they moved the house to Little Italy. I went to take a look and was pleased to see a large patio and …

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N V

Wow! Just so happy that Poor House is back and serving the fantastic food that they are known for! I can’t stress enough how much I enjoyed eating the Poor House Po Boy again, it was just as I had r…

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N V

Wow! Just so happy that Poor House is back and serving the fantastic food that they are known for! I can’t stress enough how much I enjoyed eating the Poor House Po Boy again, it was just as I had…

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michelerd2021

Going to SAP Arena in San Jose? Be sure to stop here, about a 5 minute walk (1/4 MU), for stellar blues music and tasty southern comfort food.

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michelerd2021

Going to SAP Arena in San Jose? Be sure to stop here, about a 5 minute walk (1/4 MU), for stellar blues music and tasty southern comfort food.

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michelerd2021

Going to SAP Arena in San Jose? Be sure to stop here, about a 5 minute walk (1/4 MU), for stellar blues music and tasty southern comfort food.

Dan Kim
Dan Kim

Been meaning to come here for a while and finally managed to today. All in all it was a decent experience. Had a bunch of stuff and their gumbo was their stand out item personally. The fish was ok but had a few pieces that were a bit too fishy. Rest of it was fine but nothing spectacular, still at their pricing I'd visit again and try something else on their menu.

Michelle Holcomb
Michelle Holcomb

We came upon this restaurant by accident. It turned out to be such a treasure! There was live music playing and the audience was so friendly to each other. The wait staff was really nice and helpful. The food was ok but the atmosphere more than made up for it

G Lee
G Lee

I’m no expert on New Orleans and Cajun food but I like the food here! I personally had The Poor House which comes with ham and roast beef. Great of you like a ’meaty’ sandwich. Be prepared this thing will fall apart all over you. But messy be good too! I shared some of the crawfish pasta with someone. Creamy and yummy. AMA this is the best way to eat crawfish cuz otherwise they’re too hard to peel! Shrimp po boy was good but I prefer grilled instead of this mattered and deep fried way. And the fries were hella top salty. They actually got my order wings which I didn’t realize till the food was ready after 15 minutes. So I had to order again! But they made it the next priority so I’ll give them service points for that. Had a few drinks… vodka shots and wine. I know weird combination right? About $10 bucks each. And I enjoyed their live band. Cool courtyard and festive atmosphere. In fact, a few folks dancing. Mostly older folks here. I’ll come back on the right occasion.

Robert George
Robert George

I've wanted to visit PHB for a while and got the opportunity tonight. It was worth the wait. We went early at 4pm and there wasn't a crowd. We ordered the combo with jambalaya, gumbo and red beans and rice. Great way to sample. Our kids shared the drippin sandwich and said it was melting in their mouths. We started with popcorn shrimp and finished with beignets. The staff is super friendly and the atmosphere is quaint and cozy.

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Eddy G.

Poor House was an interesting little spot to grab a bite. Had a dive bar kind of feel. The staff were pretty friendly, even if the whole operation was a little rough around the edges.\n\nThe food was…

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Eddy G.

Poor House was an interesting little spot to grab a bite. Had a dive bar kind of feel. The staff were pretty friendly, even if the whole operation was a little rough around the edges.\n\nThe food w…

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Vicki B.

3 stars for the food but 5 for the entertainment and bar vibe. We had dinner here last month. We went early'ish so there was parking in front, but there was a good amount of people, probably becaus…

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Jeffrey L.

This restaurant has had three different locations and is now situated in Little Italy. My only complaint is the lack of parking near the restaurant. \n\nI especially love the crawfish étouffée.

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Gerald L.

I'm no expert on New Orleans and Cajun food but I like the food here! I personally had The Poor House which comes with ham and roast beef. Great of you like a 'meaty' sandwich. Be prepared this thi…

Aayush Gupta
Aayush Gupta

I recently had the opportunity to try your restaurant's offerings, and while some dishes like the jambalaya and crawfish pasta were passable, they lacked the robust Cajun flavors that truly make Creole cuisine shine. On the other hand, the veggie burger was quite disappointing, with a dry and tasteless profile that left much to be desired.Cajun seasoned fries were the best and will try again. As a suggestion for improvement, I believe enhancing the seasoning and flavors in your dishes, particularly by incorporating more authentic Cajun spices and techniques, could greatly elevate the dining experience. Additionally, ensuring that vegetarian options like the veggie burger are well-prepared and flavorful would cater to a wider range of palates. Overall, I see great potential in your menu, and with some adjustments to better reflect the vibrant and flavorful aspects of Creole cuisine, I believe you could truly stand out in the culinary scene.

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John O.

Take with a grain of salt as I'm traveling, but very judgy of Creole/Cajun/NoLa restaurants. I'm a jambalaya chaser and that's my bar. The service was lightning quick and my jambalaya was ready befor…

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John O.

Take with a grain of salt as I'm traveling, but very judgy of Creole/Cajun/NoLa restaurants. I'm a jambalaya chaser and that's my bar. The service was lightning quick and my jambalaya was ready bef…

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Serena S.

Don't recommend. Only gave 3 stars for the friendly staff. First time here before a Sharks game. Ordered a Shark Bite, no alcohol at all, then ordered the popcorn shrimp salad, which was bland and …

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Stephanie C.

Went for my first time on a Sunday afternoon. Originally tried going to Henry's Hi-Life but it was closed so decided to pop in next door to PHB. The ambience was cool. They had a live musician. The…

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Molly Johnston

This restaurant was recommended and has a fun outdoor atmosphere. The band was great, but the food and drinks were a huge disappointment. I discovered we were over charged and when calling the phone number on the receipt there is no one available to take a call during business hours. Beware!

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Arena Green

park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America

A 275m
Adobe Luis María Peralta Patrimoni

building in California, United States

A 342m
Pellier Park

park in San Jose, California, United States

A 357m
McEnery Park

park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America

A 550m
Oakland Ballpark

proposed baseball stadium in Oakland, California

A 722m
27–29 Fountain Alley Patrimoni

Historic commercial building located in San Jose, California, USA.

A 768m
Ryland Park

park in San Jose, California, United States

A 813m
Plaza de César Chávez

plaza mayor de San José, California

A 835m
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