Murdoch's Bar
Bar · Los Altos
About Murdoch's Bar
Murdoch's Bar is a Bar restaurant located in Los Altos, CA. Rated 4.0 out of 5 by guests. Known for: Fast service, Great cocktails. Casual, cozy, trendy atmosphere.
What Customers Say About Murdoch's Bar
Murdoch's Bar is a friendly bar located within State Street Market in Los Altos. Customers praise the creative cocktails, friendly bartenders (Hugo, Fredo, Eric, Andrea), and convenient location. Some find the drinks pricey and the service slow at times, especially when busy.
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Tip: Enjoy the convenience of ordering food from the surrounding stalls in the food hall and bringing it to the bar. Happy hour offers good value.
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Murdoch's Bar is located in Los Altos, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
Museums
- Los Altos History Museum (A 373m) — museum in Los Altos, California
Parks & Gardens
- Hillview Park (A 333m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
- Lincoln Park (A 361m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
- Shoup Park (A 543m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
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Murdoch's Bar Los Altos Reviews
I chose the Prickly Pear Margaritas with tajin on the rim!♡♡♡
Great location
I chose the Prickly Pear Margaritas with tajin on the rim!♡♡♡
Great location
The bartenders where all very nice
Great little spot within State Street Market. Season cocktail menu with solid happy hours. Fredo, Eric, Andrea all have some real creativity for fun cocktails behind the bar if you ask. I tried their Mezcal Espresso Martini, Smoking Jacket, and Bullet Casing - all unique takes and made with pride.
The bar itself doesn't serve food but is conveniently located inside of a food hall making dinner + drinks an easy plan for anyone in the Los Altos/Bay Area. The staff is always extremely friendly and timely with their service even if when they are hit with a rush from the food hall. They have a fantastic selection of drinks from classics to their own house crafted cocktails which are always delicious. State Street Market and Murdoch's are a fantastic place to hang out with friends or family
Hugo our bartender made a delicious Paloma with fresh zesty grapefruit juice; beautiful glass, presentation and garnish. Casual place to catch up with friends, went in workout clothes and felt comfy and unconcerned.
Great little spot within State Street Market. Season cocktail menu with solid happy hours. Fredo, Eric, Andrea all have some real creativity for fun cocktails behind the bar if you ask. I tried their Mezcal Espresso Martini, Smoking Jacket, and Bullet Casing - all unique takes and made with pride.
Hugo our bartender made a delicious Paloma with fresh zesty grapefruit juice; beautiful glass, presentation and garnish. Casual place to catch up with friends, went in workout clothes and felt comfy and unconcerned.
The bar itself doesn't serve food but is conveniently located inside of a food hall making dinner + drinks an easy plan for anyone in the Los Altos/Bay Area. The staff is always extremely friendly and timely with their service even if when they are hit with a rush from the food hall. They have a fantastic selection of drinks from classics to their own house crafted cocktails which are always delicious. State Street Market and Murdoch's are a fantastic place to hang out with friends or family
The bartenders where all very nice
Went there for a few drinks after dinner. The staff were friendly and were fast with the drinks. They have a decent selection of cocktails. When we were there there was live music which was nice way to relax.
Went there for a few drinks after dinner. The staff were friendly and were fast with the drinks. They have a decent selection of cocktails. When we were there there was live music which was nice way to relax.
It can get pretty loud, and their drinks are kinda expensive (like $17/$18 per drink), but the strawberry limoncello drop is always *sooo* good!
Great to have a friendly open bar in downtown Los Altos. Order some food at one of the many stalls surrounding, and enjoy a cocktail or beer while you wait. And sure, have another.
Went to an event here and it was such fun! Food is good, drinks are great, though pricey.
Nice little bar area inside the State Street market food Court. They have a few drinks specials, and you can bring and eat your food at the bar.
Good choice of cocktails Draft beer choices are not that great Good service
Went to an event here and it was such fun! Food is good, drinks are great, though pricey.
It can get pretty loud, and their drinks are kinda expensive (like $17/$18 per drink), but the strawberry limoncello drop is always *sooo* good!
Good choice of cocktails Draft beer choices are not that great Good service
Great to have a friendly open bar in downtown Los Altos. Order some food at one of the many stalls surrounding, and enjoy a cocktail or beer while you wait. And sure, have another.
Nice little bar area inside the State Street market food Court. They have a few drinks specials, and you can bring and eat your food at the bar.
It’s fine for a quick beer. Been there twice and tried to order Manhattans. The first time they brought us old fashioneds, the second time brought us old fashioneds made with scotch. So, I guess if you want an old fashioned, go here!
It’s fine for a quick beer. Been there twice and tried to order Manhattans. The first time they brought us old fashioneds, the second time brought us old fashioneds made with scotch. So, I guess if you want an old fashioned, go here!
Nice staff but not very efficient. Common complain amongst friends is that it takes too long to get a drink.
The cocktails are one of the worst ones I've ever had. Whiskey sour is made with what tastes like maple syrup and instead of being sour, is overwhelmingly sweet. Stick to beer.
Sat afternoon ( no one there)my wife ordered a Bloody Mary. They had a promotion card on bar. Bartender seemed annoyed we ordered that. Used Bloody Mary mix, limp celery , a slice of lime and lemon on a stick, cost $14.The picture had a carrot stick. He could have said we are not set up right now for bloody Mary’s. Just not very good
Maybe I should be more forgiving, but they have zero selection of dark beer, porters or stouts. Not even bottled.
Maybe I should be more forgiving, but they have zero selection of dark beer, porters or stouts. Not even bottled.
The cocktails are one of the worst ones I've ever had. Whiskey sour is made with what tastes like maple syrup and instead of being sour, is overwhelmingly sweet. Stick to beer.
Sat afternoon ( no one there)my wife ordered a Bloody Mary. They had a promotion card on bar. Bartender seemed annoyed we ordered that. Used Bloody Mary mix, limp celery , a slice of lime and lemon on a stick, cost $14.The picture had a carrot stick. He could have said we are not set up right now for bloody Mary’s. Just not very good
Nice staff but not very efficient. Common complain amongst friends is that it takes too long to get a drink.
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170 State St, Los Altos, CA 94022
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