NOVA Downtown San Jose

83 S Second St, San Jose - 95113
54 reviews
Lounges New American

As someone that works alongside law enforcement (local/state/federal) and in security, the security guards act inappropriately and unprofessionally. I was yelled at and while I was trying to get my only friend, who was the only person I went out with tonight. They were kicking me out despite me telling them that I need to make sure my friend is okay. For safety reasons, we were trying to leave together, but they kept separating us because of their “bathroom rule”. I don’t expect rules to be disregarded, but in security, discretion is encouraged; you have to know how to read a situation and the guards here lack training. They were extremely rude and yelled at all the females while they spoke calmly with the males. Their antagonizing/aggressive behavior was unnecessary and I would suggest they have their guard cards revoked. Security is supposed to maintain a certain level of professionalism, out of every bar, club, etc. that I have visited in my life, this was actually the worst experience. I did appreciate the kind/pleasant ones, but the rest, NO. They were disrespectful and no one should have to deal with that. There’s a way to go about maintaining a presence and keep the crowd I order. However, my experience here, at Nova, was subpar (as it pertains to security) and I highly recommend that the manager/owner evaluates this matter so that others can have an overall great experience. To the owner, if you have any questions, please please please, provide an email and I will explain the situation in further detail. Thank you for you time. I hope this helps someone.

Drinks are watery and the security is rude!! They take their jobs too seriously and treat people with disrespect.

Made reservations for bottle service for my daughters birthday..was forced to purchase 3 bottles (I have an email that clearly states I would purchase no less than 2 or up to 3) and to sit at a section that was to be reserved for 10-15 people but could only fit about 8. The manager Noah was rude and made absolutely no exceptions to accomidate my party whatsoever...even spending over 1K here! The venue is small and almost all staff is rude. If it wasn't for my daughters birthday I would've just cancelled all of it. I would recommend another place w Management that caters to its patrons for your upcoming events or parties. Horrible experience.

Good San Jose club. Fair amount of room and a good atmosphere.

Amazing staff! Amazing drinks! Good vibes, good music!!!! Classy guests!

Decided to come for New Years and was $50 per person, which my boyfriend and I paid understandably due to the New Years traffic/people working. We were dancing with each other the entire time and drinking having fun. Until when we went to get more drinks a security guard claims that my boyfriend “pushed him back” and dragged him out by the collar aggressively to the back of the club and kicked him out. I had to get his debit card on tab with his ID from the club before leaving with him, since they wouldn’t let him back in. After leaving was able to discuss with the manager at the front of the club, where admission takes place, but the security guard came up behind him and told “his story”. The manager after said since he wasn’t there he can’t do anything about the situation at hand. Also wouldn’t give us a refund for the cover charge, even though we spent at least $200 total here. Will never come back here.When trying to go to another club after this since it’s New Years and we didn’t want it to be a bad night, I realized my wallet was no longer in my purse. Unsure if I lost it during the situation or if it was stolen….anyway made it the worse New Years I have ever had

Exciting club came down from Los Angeles I love it great crowd Need more better people

After 8 drinks, I'm still too sober for this place. The only thing that makes this place stand out from other clubs in a two-block radius is the higher price. Any positive experience you have here is entirely due to whomever you came with, not due to any virtues this place has. It's a place with a very high opinion of itself that is entirely unearned.

A low key spot, didn't know about it till someone tagged me in a post for their Thursday night R&B events. Went on a Friday and let me say it was well worth it. Drinks aren't over prices and the music is good. A lot of woman and the security is good, with police outside so you can enjoy your evening.

that is the club to be in 2021, Music is dope, getting is impossible, Rap/Dance style, friendly