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Restaurant Reviews for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge reservations Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

99 East San Fernando Street
San Jose, CA 95113

Experience the scene and cuisine at this cutting-edge lounge and restaurant. Fahrenheit is the South Bay’s premiere venue for dining, entertainment and special events. With innovative design concepts by award winning designer Jones Baker, Fahrenheit boasts a décor not yet seen in the South Bay. Deep hues of red, captivating lighting effects and chic architectural features radiate a modern vibe throughout. Incorporating various cooking techniques from around the world, a menu of Modern Global Cuisine offers items such as Pan-Seared Wild Alaskan Salmon, Asparagus Rib Eye Steak Rolls and Ahi Tuna Tartare Tostadas. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown San Jose, Fahrenheit is within walking distance from many local hotels, the San Jose Convention Center and a variety of performing arts venues that populate the area. All this, and more, in a sexy, sophisticated and stylish environment. This is the destination for those looking to experience the best that San Jose has to offer.

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: Third Street
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 3.9 out of 5 3.9 out of 5 (55 Reviews)
Food 3.9 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.1 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • vibrant bar scene (20)
  • hot spot (19)
  • romantic (19)
  • good for groups (16)
  • special occasion (16)
  • fit for foodies (15)
  • late-night find (10)
  • neighborhood gem (10)
  • notable wine list (6)
  • great for lunch (5)
  • scenic view (1)

Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge Reviews List

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"The food was satisfactory, the service efficient and impersonal. The restaurant caters more to the nighttime scene for individuals rather than focus on its culinary merits. At first, we were seated by the DJ and had to be moved to the opposite end of the restaurant so we could hear ourselves."

Special Features: hot spot

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/05/2010
(review submitted 03/07/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 2 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Well what an odd but fun place this is. The food was imaginative and mostly perfect. There were a few losing items but for the most part - it was great. The ambience is alive, trendy (almost trying too hard), and had good music played by a great DJ - it was just tooooo loud to dine by. The best part was our waitress who was the Food & Bev manager who has worked there for many years. SHe was personable, funny, knowledgable, efficient and helped us make some GREAT GREAT food decisions. She's worth the visit alone and frankly made the visit nearly perfect. Now if they could just train the little princess hostess who was too busy on her cell having a personal call or chatting up some boy who she was flirting with. Not a good 1st impression."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/05/2010
(review submitted 03/05/2010)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Review 3 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I was just there for Valentine's with my fiance and we liked it a lot. The cocktails are great, the food is sublime...overall, just a great place to have a nice dinner or a good time with friends at the bar."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/20/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 4 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The quality of the food was great.
I just expected larger portions when considering the price.
That's my only complaint.
"


Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/06/2010
(review submitted 02/19/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 5 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I was a bit skeptical when I entered and it was empty. The restaurant/lounge has a nice atmosphere and was playing music, since I went on Fat Tuesday. I was rather impressed with the food. It was a lot better than I had anticipated.

Appetizers:
1) Tuna tartare - was good with the chips, by itself, it was a bit fishy
2) Crab Cake - Really good

Dinner
1) Lamb Chops - a bit overcooked. over seasoned in my opinion, but they were good
2) Skirt Steak - tasty and juicy, can't really go wrong with this
3) Duck - This was the best of the dishes. It was surprisingly really good.

Dessert - Get the Banana Foster!
"


Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/16/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 6 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"Early reservation as to make it to a show at 7:30 pm. Upon entering the dining room we were sat in the middle of an empty restaurant and never asked if we would prefer another table. and as for the table - Broken and wobbley. Food was mediocer at best, nothing to write home about. Server was OK nothing to get excited about. the only saving grace was Guiness on tap. Would not reccomend for the foodie in you. It may be a great late night lounge - that was how I percieved their intentions - Not a Restuarant."

Food 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/16/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 7 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This was my first time at Fahrenheit. The ambiance was nice. The service was excellent. And, the food was amazing. 5 Stars all the way!!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 8 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The service was awesome! They always check on you and always fill your empty glass of water. The food was great and they played some music which was cool because most restaurants you just hear loud noise and conversation. Their drinks are delicious! I would definitely go here again."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/15/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 9 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I took my wife here for V-day. It was set very nice for just couples. Not really a kids place. Great bar and very very good food. I would come here again."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/15/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 10 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food was very good. We went at 6pm so there was only about 6 other people in the place. We were going to the theatre after dinner so I told our waiter. He said he will make sure to have us out in an hour. He did just that. Food came out quickly. We did 4 appetizer and for the price we thought the portion were a little small. The tuna was awesome. The french Fries were to die for. So over all we would go back again."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/10/2010
(review submitted 02/13/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 11 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Prices were inexpensive but food was not very good. Meat was tough. I wouldn't go here again."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/02/2010
(review submitted 02/09/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 12 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"it was a good experience, not my favorite place, but certainly good."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 13 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"NOT at all a "nightclub that serves food"... Rather a contemporary restaurant serving tasty & unique dishes, which gradually transforms into a hip lounge as the evening progresses."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/30/2010
(review submitted 02/01/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 14 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I had been here for drinks with friends and found the place unbearably "sceney," but wanted to try it for dinner before the crowd took over. I was pleasantly surprised and so was my companion. The food was good, the service was friendly and solid, and we had a lovely time. They excel at appetizers and I could make an entire meal out of them. One vegetable dish was incredibly spicy, but they fully warned me about it."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/23/2010
(review submitted 01/25/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 15 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We've passed by Fahrenheit many times while living in San Jose, but never ventured in... what a great place for a delicious dinner. The dining room is set so that you won't feel crowded with a mixture of tables for diners and "living room" settings for those looking to share their many "small plate" options. The service was very attentive."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/16/2010
(review submitted 01/18/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 16 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We went for a late lunch and the restaurant was empty and quite. Service was excellent and food was tasty. I cannot say how it will be when it is crowded but it was great experience for us."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/28/2009
(review submitted 01/01/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"good, variety of appetizer is good. main entree is average"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/24/2009
(review submitted 12/29/2009)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 18 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Appetizers were delicious. We had the fries, drummettes, and bruschetta. All were very good. Food was great as well. Everyone in our party enjoyed their entree. Menu was well varied to satisfy many tastes."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/15/2009
(review submitted 12/18/2009)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 19 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Came here on a Weds night at 6:30pm. The "lounge/bar" stuff hadn't started yet, and it was surprisingly quiet, great ambiance, great service, great food. Not what we expected and a very pleasant surprise!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/09/2009
(review submitted 12/11/2009)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 20 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Nice place but a little disappointing. Food was the best part but everything else was just fair. I'd go back again but would try other places first."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/02/2009
(review submitted 12/04/2009)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 21 for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"What a surprise - we came early before the sounds got pumped up and had an excellent meal. Would suggest for those of us who are older to go for dinner 6:30- 7:30 ish"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/21/2009
(review submitted 11/23/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Fahrenheit Restaurant & Lounge Based on the average of (34) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 3.9 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 3.9 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
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