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Yard House - Steakhouse in Sunnyvale, California

Yard House

4.4 (4448 reviews)

300 Santana Row Suite 101, San Jose, CA 95128

New American restaurant
Bar
Bar & grill
Gastropub
Takeout Restaurant
Sports bar
Vegetarian restaurant

About Yard House - steak house in Sunnyvale, California

High-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.

Customer Review Summary

Yard House is a lively restaurant with a cozy atmosphere, ideal for gatherings with friends and family. Reservations are recommended due to the crowd. The food is flavorful, with a diverse menu accommodating various tastes, from comfort classics to inventive dishes. The extensive selection of draft beers makes it a great spot for beer enthusiasts. Service is generally attentive, but wait times can be long during peak hours. While the prices can be on the higher side, many patrons appreciate the quality and atmosphere. Some diners experienced issues with food quality and service consistency, but overall, the staff is friendly and accommodating. It's a popular destination for casual evenings and special outings, particularly on weekends.

Key Features

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • 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
  • Food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

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

Planning

  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking garage
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.4 out of 5
5
2552
4
1312
3
384
2
83
1
117
Based on 4448 reviews

Balkirat Singh

3 months ago

I recently visited Yard House, and it was an excellent experience overall! The place has a cozy vibe, perfect for hanging out with friends or family. It does get quite crowded, so I highly recommend making a reservation before heading there to avoid any long waits. The food was fantastic—everything I tried was flavorful and well-prepared. The menu offers a great variety, so there’s something for everyone. The service was also top-notch. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our time there. If you’re looking for a lively yet inviting spot with great food and excellent service, Yard House is definitely worth a visit. I’ll certainly be going back!

vamsi krishna

2 months ago

Yard House is the perfect spot for beer lovers and foodies alike! They have an impressive selection of draft beers, offering something for every palate. The place is massive and usually packed, creating a lively and energetic vibe. Their late-night happy hour from 10-12 PM is a great deal, making it even more enticing. We absolutely loved their iconic onion ring tower and found all their appetizers to be delicious and well-prepared. The drinks and overall atmosphere make it a fun spot to hang out with friends and enjoy a great evening. Highly recommend!

Charith Chowta

4 months ago

This place is a lively spot known for its extensive beer selection and diverse menu, making it great for both casual gatherings and celebratory outings. The atmosphere is vibrant, with a modern, upscale vibe and plenty of seating options indoors and on the patio. The menu offers a range of options from burgers and tacos to seafood and vegetarian dishes, accommodating various tastes. Their Happy Hour specials are popular, providing a good value on appetizers and drinks. Service is generally attentive, though it can get crowded on weekends, which may affect wait times. Overall, it’s a fun spot in Santana Row for good food, drinks, and people-watching.

Ally Lin

2 months ago

This is an epic Yard House. It’s great to watch games here and drink by the yard. They have happy hour here but it is steadily deteriorating in value like all the happiest hours. I feel you should go for the regular dishes as they are tastier and the portions are big. They have a wide range of beer and ciders, served in their appropriate cups. They offer cocktails and shots as well. The service is usually friendly. I witness crowds waiting outside all the time as I walk past. This is on the side of Santana Row facing Stevens Creek across from Valley Fair and the intersection is where a lot of cars get honked.

Biju KP

2 months ago

Yard House at Santana Row offers vibrant atmosphere with an impressive selection of beers and delicious food. The menu caters to various tastes, featuring everything from comfort classics to inventive dishes, and the beer list is extensive, making it a great spot for enthusiasts. However, dining here can be a costly affair, so it’s best for those willing to splurge a little for the experience. One major drawback is the crowd. The place is often bustling, and wait times can range from 40 to 50 minutes during peak hours, which may test your patience. If you’re in the mood for quality food and drinks and don’t mind the wait, Yard House is a solid choice, but be prepared for the noise and crowds.

Benjamin Saldaña

4 months ago

Great little local spot me and my wife found from out of town. We had great service, the food was fresh, hot, and juicy. I had the BBQ burger which was fantastic and my wife had the cilantro lime chicken dish. The chicken wasn't dry and it tastes very juicy and flavorful! I would definitely recommend this place for a nice cold brew as well! They have a huge selection of local breweries here!🔥 🍻 I really enjoyed the bar they have in this place, The atmosphere was very casual and has a good vibe/lighting to decompress after a long day! The staff was very friendly and attentive with anything I needed. Forsure will be back in the future!

Louise Sofia Weir

3 months ago

Busy place with great food that we didn't have to wait long for. Went there with my two Sons for a lunch meal & we got seated by the window when we asked if that was possible. Really tasty & delicious food too. I even received a sweet peace of birthday cake with a candlelight in, as my Son had mentioned it 😊 Excellent service too 👍 I will definitely be back.

Natalie Caldwell

1 month ago

This is the place to be on a Friday or Saturday night. Yard House is a massive place, with no reservations. So either come in and put your name or join the online waitlist. It was actually easier than expected and made the process much easier. Yard’s is a sport bar, for all intents and purposes. They have a massive bar (first come first served) with more beers on tap than necessary, so for the beer lovers, this place is for you. For my cocktail drinkers, they make a mean (and by mean, I mean STRONG) cocktail. Order at your own risk. Service was a little wonky- one server greeted us, then another one said we were his table. Half way through our meal we were handed off to someone else. So long as you’re not in a rush, the ability to get your server is a little more difficult than it probably should be. For food we got the Thai grilled pork chop and the fish and chips. The pork was more impressive than I was expecting. The only issue was there was so much burnt char on the bone and meat, that most of the vegetables had a char taste. The fish and chips were a massive portion. Their tartar sauce tasted like it was made in-house and the aioli had a nice kick to it. Now, before I proceed, I will say that the staff 100% handled it well and no complaints there. They were lovely. The biggest issue we had was the hair we found in the food, fried in the batter of the fish and chips. No matter how good, that should obviously never happen.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11 AM–12:30 AM
Monday 11 AM–12 AM
Saturday 11 AM–12:30 AM
Sunday 11 AM–12 AM
Thursday 11 AM–12 AM
Tuesday 11 AM–12 AM
Wednesday 11 AM–12 AM

Price Range

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