Blast & Brew, San Jose CA

Our server was actually fine, but the hostess was really rude. It was our first time and every place that does "pour your own" has a different system. Also, the management let a dog owner in whose dog just barked constantly. If you decide to go, I would recommend not going during happy hour.

I didn't try any of the food, we went there for beer. The beer system is really convoluted and packed into a corner where a bunch of people all huddle so that you can't get to any of the taps that you want to below the shelves are all the glasses that you need and you're supposed to try to guess which sizes are for what when compared to the terminal that you need to use to select your beverage size. We ran into the problem of multiple terminals 1 not dispensing, and getting charged multiple times for beers that we did not. Jimmy this is a terrible concept, I am not a germaphobe but this was just gross. There were women in the corner open-mouth coughing at the taps. Down below with the glasses because people aren't sure which class to grab or grubbing their fingers all over different glasses until they'd make a decision.
Not to mention that you are touching the same tap that multiple other people are touching and you don't know whether or not they washed their hands after scratching their fudge crack or their genitals. Decor was nice-looking, and it looked like it had plenty of seating. We were sat at a very small table with two chairs that was kind of wobbly. It took a really long time for anybody to come to our table, I understand that places get busy and can't get to a table right away but they should have had at least stopped by to let us know that they acknowledge we were.

2023 Update: Their standards are high. Things are the same. I still look forward to my visits here as do my kids. A new favorite of the family is the Fig, Prosciutto and Arugula pizza. Delicious.

Blast & Brew has become my default go to restaurant to meet with family, friends and coworkers. There's something for the kids. They have vegan options. They cater to food allergies. Indoor dining is comfortable with televisions to watch games or to keep the kids occupied.) There's outdoor seating with heaters! Most importantly, they have an awesome beer selection. I have been here countless times and it has never disappointed. Kudos to the staff, especially Khristine; she's amazing.

UPDATE: They have brunch now! Eggs Benedict with fried chicken. Delicious! Still a great staff.

They are going through the same staffing shortage as everyone else, so please be patient.

Always enjoy our time spent here.

2022 Update: Still going here, excellent food, excellent service. Staff is amazing. Great for everyone.

Burger was delicious, didn't need to add ketchup to it. They do charge a 20% service charge for parties of 5 or more, and then sneakily ask you to tip after that mandatory charge, so deducting a star for being sneaky

Beer variety and quality was not to my liking. Maybe add more of a spread. Worst chips I have ever had. The chicken tikka tacos were interesting.

No air conditioning. The outside air was cooler than inside on a warm sunny day. They charged 20% service charge for 5 people and above. Generally I will be ok with that but this place was so hot and eating food because too uncomfortable. I asked the server if they can reduce the service fee due to mediocre service but they said they cannot. Definitely not going to this place ever. Food was OK

Interesting place with lot of food options including very tasty masala fries and self-service taps to serve a beer. I loved the system when you can have any amount of beer and just pay for exact amount. Unfortunately they changed the system recently so you have to have small or full beer, you cannot pay for exact amount anymore.

We did a family style meal of the chicken tikka pizza, butter chicken pizza, and the carne fries. Everything was delicious, the thin crust pizza, especially the tikka, was well balanced with just the right amount of spices and heat.

The beers on tap are a fun way to enjoy a variety of interesting brews and add to the overall experience. The lychee martini was also well prepared without being too sweet.

We did come with two kids - 3 and 6 months - and while this restaurant is not aimed at a family experience, they were accommodating, providing seats, kid friendly drinks, and enough variety on the TVs to keep the kids from being too restless. I wouldn't suggest this as a family destination, but I would bring my family again.

The food is weak and pricey. Beer average 70cents an oz and not worth it. Wings were okay. Garlic flatbread is naam wirh marinara sauce. Sliders are vada pav.
I am giving 2 stars because the service is good.

Don't waste your money or your time here. The beer is overpriced and the service is pathetic. I can't comment on the pizza because it never got delivered to our table after an hour and a half. After waiting for the pizza for an hour I asked hour waitperson to check on it. She came back and apologized, said there was miscommunication, and the pizza would be ready in ten minutes. Thirty minutes later, still no pizza. When I asked about again, we got the same story and it would be another 15-20 minutes. Pathetic. We paid for our beer and left.

I love this place. The service is good and the food is always delicious! They have a terrace where dogs are allowed which we appreciate very very much.

The BBQ pizza is my all time favorite.

Their chicken cesar salad is also very tasty, the chicken is marinated in a green sauce that elevates the dish (which is honestly surprisingly large lol).

As for drinks, I'd recommend the luminus Chardonnay and the Caribbean Mule. The last one is very sweet, so if that's your cup of tea you can't miss it.

Good ambience and tasty shareable bites with an Indian twist. Good place to hangout till late. I expected more options for brews, hence deducted a star.

What a place! Great food, great beer and a novel concept with the flow rate measured self pour beer!

This was my first time at a Blast & Brew and it won’t be my last! I thoroughly enjoyed the selection of beer and the food was fantastic, with an equal amount of choice as the beers!

I had the Mango Habanero wings to start and they were crunchy, but moist, sweet and chilli! Perfect start!

I then had the chicken tikka tacos in the naan wrap and I can definitely recommend these! So full of flavour and the raita and picked onions with it just added another level.

Drinks wise I had an inspired Chipotle Pineapple cider, followed by a Hazy then a Peanut stout which was like dark chocolate Nutella!

I’ll definitely be back!

Good selection of beers
Food was delicious!
Love the concept of a ‘beer card’
Perfect place to go try some new beers and hang out w friends!

The service is very bad in the evening. They say the closing time is 10pm but the last call for food is at 9: 00pm and they take away the beer card by 9: 30pm
It's really annoying to go there after busy day of work, this has happened to me twice now and probably won't got back again

Good indian food and beer, they have an off menu lunch specials in a bento box type offering. Perfect for a quck and tasty lunch.

This is my inaugural visit to this restaurant for lunch on Independence Day, and I am thoroughly impressed. The establishment boasts a unique pour-your-own beer system, allowing me to play the role of my own bartender, which I found delightful. Furthermore, the cuisine surpassed my expectations in terms of flavor and quality. The servers were attentive and provided excellent service. I am already looking forward to returning to this establishment in the future.

Great new hangout spot with lots of different beers on tap and great Indian pizza options.