The Farmers Union

151 W Santa Clara St, San Jose - 95113
608 reviews
Gastropubs American
(408) 277-0545

Some of the appetizers were excellent, like the mushroom cigars and the calamari but some entrees were mediocre. Asked for salmon medium rare and was medium well so very dry, vegetables on that dish lacked flavor and dish was sloppily arranged. Side greens on the flat iron steak were drowning in citrus and vinegar and inedible. The union salad was also overdressed.

Mediocre food & mediocre service, disappointing, would not return. Better options at Santana Row

Awful. We had fish and chips and the fish was tasteless and dry. The batter was dark oily and burned. The French fries oily. The use the same oil for all food and it was old. They brought the drinks halfway our appetizer. I wanted an extra spoon to share my dessert with my husband, but I couldn’t get no waiters attention. They look away on purpose so you can’t get their attention. Not going back for sure.

Everything was perfect, greeting, table location, server very attentive and energetic .... service and food prompt. But then there was the food prep. Sorry to say disappointing. The half rack of ribs although lots of meat on the bone were dry and overcooked. The chicken was also dry and it had dark meat too. The brisket was 3 pieces of VERY LEAN dry meat. The cooks need to reduce cook time, and watch their cuts of meat. The calamari starter was excellent!

Too much salt on steak/fries. (Could I have some steak n fries with my salt plate?) Fried Chicken was dry/overcooked and just plain sucked flavor wise.

Great food and an amazing menu! The service was great too. We love the outdoors patio.

Pleasantly surprised at how good the food is here!!!

Always a great experience. Excellent staff and great food.

This time we ate outside. Weather was perfect and added to enjoyment of meal. Good menu and good food!

Tried the prix fix menu. Wife had the Cesar salad, salmon and bread pudding. Salmon was overcooked to her taste and came with plenty of mixed veggies. Bread pudding was good and had a big scoop of ice cream on top. I had the smoked BBQ ribs. Meaty and mild smoked flavor. Sides were spicy beans, rosemary corn bread and potato salad made with herbs and bacon with a touch of vinegar. Desert was a fudge brownie with a big ice cream scoop on top. Reminiscent of Bob's Big Boy version. All were good. Fixed price deals were a great deal. Indoor seating was quiet. Service was terrific.