Fox Tale Fermentation Project

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Fox Tale Fermentation Project

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30 E Santa Clara St #120, San Jose, CA 95113

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Creative vegan bites, unique fermented brews, and mocktails  

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25 Best San Jose and South Bay Area Restaurants | Eater SF

"Foxtale Fermentation is a cozy plant-based brewery focused on experimental fermented drinks and bites. The funky nachos are loaded with hibiscus mole, black beans, cashew queso, and jalapeño kraut. Sample the fermented items by ordering the full platter, which includes the popular savory sunflower spread. The seasonal beers are brewed with ingredients like blue corn, umeboshi, and lilac blossoms." - Octavio Peña

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Alisa Lopez

Google
Wow. This place is a hidden gem. Small hole in the wall restaurant. The vibes, food, and beverages are amazing. Sometimes they have a DJ. I brought my bf who is a meat eater, and he was very impressed with the vegan eats. We got a few mock-tails that were absolutely fantastic. I Love LOVE this place. Highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed.

Olivier Cali

Google
Try out their incredible spreads and you'll realize that you need more fermentation in your life. It's not weird, it's creative and balanced, surprising and familiar, delicious and honest. Real whole ingredients (their wild mushrooms are spectacular), house made fermented foods, crafted teas and beers, all vegan, all made with passion, all good for your body and soul. Tiny place so expect waiting. Staff is super nice.

Nick Morales

Google
Cozy spot for inventive fermented drinks and eats. Some products are available for purchase like their fermented hot sauce. Kombucha on tap was lovely (Fever Dream) and the Loose Leaf craft beer was both delightfully floral. Try the tapenade. Highly recommend! Happy hour from 4 to 6pm Wed to Fri. Don't miss this place if you like fermented things.

Apoorva P

Google
Loved all the food we had here - We had the bean burger, funk bowl, the spread platter and chips with cashew cheese. All of these were unique and tasty. Tasted the kombucha as well. The ambience is pretty hippy.

Rupinder Matharu

Google
I really like the staff and the bar itself, some nice intimate areas to sit at as well as tables nearer the front. We stopped by as their rating were very high online and wanted to check out the beer. The bar is very nice and we liked the overall ambiance - I thought the beer was just ok though we had a tasters of most of the beers, they do use some interesting ingredients on some of the beer such as mushrooms. I liked 'Sunday Funday' if I had to pick one to try again. I did see other folks having food which looked very good, unfortunately but did not get a chance to try although food may actually be their forte here. Also, there was a host of non alcoholic brews too … quirky bar to have a stop in if downtown.

Nicole Morris

Google
i love this place!!! highly recommend Fung Shui for a beer, I love it so much I buy some to-go! and the funky nachos are stellar, everything i’ve eaten here has been so creative and delicious. AND VEGAN!!!

Gilbert Leung

Google
I love that this place doesn't advertise that it's vegetarian, and as a devout carnivore, their offerings are fantastic. They're not trying to impersonate meat, just putting the spotlight on vegetables and letting them be themselves.

Ruhi Kumbhani

Google
great menu selection with options for vegan and gluten free. the menu is thought out, flavorful, and overall makes you feel good. great selection of beers and non-alcoholic mocktails and drinks as well. staff is friendly and helpful for finding the right thing for you. some of the drinks are an “acquired taste” as they taste “hoppy” but everything is local and well crafted. photos: funky nachos, nacho burger, farfetched ferment half plate
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Mark A.

Yelp
I'm not surprised by the excellent rating of Fox Tale Fermentation. Finally went and tried this place out last Saturday. Arrived at about 5:30pm. There was only one table left which we were able to snag. The place has a cozy vibe to it and everyone seemed to be having a good time. One of the main pulls for me was that they had a legit menu for mocktails. I know it's a micro brewery but I'm not big on alcohol these days. Anyways, we tried the "Rosie's margarita" and the "Spell of sage." Both were wonderful and very crafty. You can tell they put effort into their menu. Next, we opted for the spread, which comes with 3 fermentation pairings ( we picked 2 and asked the a recommendation on the 3rd), with lots of vibrant veggies, and a good amount of their toasted sunflower bread. Wow, the entire spread was delightful, we were in heaven. And to know that it's such a healthy meal as well. This place is so unique. They have delightfully tasty vegan and vegetarian food unlike an other. You can tell they put care and passion into their menu and food and drinks. Service was very friendly. We will be back for sure!
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Maria B.

Yelp
Wow! What a gem! Everything we ordered were hands down unmatched to anything I have ever had. We ordered the crazy Nachos & polenta with wild mushrooms! 10/10 The uniqueness and simplicity of their style is solid. They offer seasonal and unique craft brews and kombucha. They also have a variety of mock-tails as well. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The vibe is awesome and love their playlist. Such a good place to catch up with some friends and grab a quick bite. Definitely will be coming back & telling our friends & fam.
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Nhung D.

Yelp
Seriously, trust the 4.8 star reviews so far. This place is amazing. The -0.2 star must be because of the location in dtsj. Decided to try this on a whim. I was very skeptical because I'm a meat lover (still am) but this place is now on my top favorite restaurants. The dishes and drinks here are creative and the flavor combo is just so smart and delicious. This is on the level of a lot of upscale places without the price tag. - The various fermented veggies are good, but I'm just not a fan of picked veggie in general. - The polenta: WOW. Flavor bomb! - The burger: THIS! I don't know what magic they put in this but it's so good. I would pick this over any meat burger!! I just wish this shop is in a better location so I can eat here more often.
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Sirena L.

Yelp
Fox Tale is such a unique establishment, and I am here for it! I've only been here a couple of times, and I really enjoyed my experience each time. The beer selection is somewhat small and changes regularly. They use a lot of unconventional ingredients and flavor combinations, and I think they often source many things locally (we had friends contribute loquats from their yard one time for a brew). They also have a variety of mocktails that are well worth trying, too! Again, the ingredients lists always catch my eye. It's nice to have enticing options, whether you drink alcohol or not. The food is a must here if you like fermented foods! I love that just about everything is plant-based and they make use of seasonal ingredients. So much to try! There's also fun stuff to look at and purchase, like honey, jars of fermented foods, or artwork (besides their beautiful logo!). It's nice that they showcase local artists and host events/activities. Definitely a bright spot in downtown SJ!
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Kathy S.

Yelp
Small hidden gem in downtown. Service is excellent!! You can tell the owner is very passionate and knowledgeable in what she does. It was amazing to speak to her briefly about her process in the food she makes there. If you are a vegan and non alcoholic drinker and if you are a drinker and. In vegan I highly recommend you come try this place. It is now my favorite place to go whenever I am in town!
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Jenna M.

Yelp
I absolutely love Fox Tale Fermentation Project. Their food is deliciously full of flavor and fresh ingredients. The first time I went I tried their sampler plate and kombucha, the second time I tried their special veggie burger and their new fermented syrup Berliner flight. Everything was great and I'd order again, definitely recommend the sampler plate and flight for anyone making their first visit to get a feel for their specialties. A good number of tables for the small space, plus outdoor seating, I've never had trouble getting a spot to sit down. Great ambiance. I recommend parking in a nearby ParkSJ garage (first 90 minutes free) and walking a few minutes. Definitely a great spot for lunch or dinner!
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MeeKey S.

Yelp
Discovered this amazing place toDay! Fox TaLe offers amazing food, drinks, friendly service, and a comfoRtable and reLaxing ambiance. Definitely recommend. Look forward to visiting again.
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John D.

Yelp
Outside the Fox The brainchild of a brewer and a superfoods chef, Fox Tale seeks to bring small pub-style bites made with housemade lacto-fermented foods, such as sauerkraut, kimchi, and miso plate. To round out one's meal they offer up a bevy of fermented drinks made from not the usual list of suspects one would think of for making beers, kombucha and the like, such as beets, mushrooms, and even black rice. The Good: *Entire menu is mostly vegan, with a few vegetarian items sprinkled in. *Great selection of beers that all sounded super interesting, but I only had time for one and chose to see what their Hazy IPA (Sonic Bloom) had in store, and it was a good one. Nice notes of grapefruit to go with the inherent funkiness of hops made this a fine choice if you're into IPAs. *On the non-alcoholic side, Carissa enjoyed her Green Retreat Tea as it was perfectly sweetened and refreshing. *Small outdoor pet-friendly patio *Fast-casual dining where you order and pay at the counter and the food is brought to your table. *The Funk Bowl was just that, especially when paired with their red kimchi, which gave this bowl a great funky earthiness. *The Polenta and Morels might be the very definition of Ugly-Delicious as it wasn't much to look at, but boy, oh boy, I couldn't stop stealing bites from my beloved's bowl. (: It's been a few weeks, so I can't recall the flavor exactly, but it was just very moreish in its deep, creamy umami flavors. *You can purchase bottles of their beers to take home, as well as their housemade fermented goodies. I highly recommend the previously mentioned spicy red kimchi, but their jalapeño-garlic sauerkraut was also superlative. The Meh: *Location is very small, and the indoor seating is just high-tops, which I'm not a fan of. *Service was iffy, at best. Tried to engage the gentleman taking orders, and he was just not having it. He wasn't friendly, had almost zero knowledge of the menu, and just seemed to hate life in general. But on the plus side, at least he wasn't an asshole, just full of ennui--which I've been accused of being on a part-time basis, so I get it. Life sucks. The Ugly: *It's in the heart of DTSJ, so parking will always be an issue here. However, it's not DTSF, so it's not gonna be impossible. Pro Tip: Sundays and holidays are free street parking in DTSJ. Conclusion: Tasty vegan eats, homebrewed suds, and all the fermented goods you can handle.

jennifer a.

Yelp
The place is super cute and vibes super awesome. People, music and food was sooo good
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Camelia W.

Yelp
Everything is fresh, prices are reasonable, and the employees were all helpful. It's a thought space inside, but the lighting, and artwork is nice. Onion and tomato would be a nice addition to many of the dishes for flavor.
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Ericka F.

Yelp
The food was beyond amazing as well as the mocktails. I'm a plant based Culinarias and this food was amazing. Hats off to all the wonderful chefs there that make delicious happen in my mouth! I'll be bringing a few team members for a tasting next week!!!
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Sonia N.

Yelp
I really love the idea of this place and hope it can tie up some issues to continue serving the community. Three of us came here before an evening show at the performing arts center. We were able to order at the counter after waiting in a short line. We ordered beer and kombucha. My kombucha was too sweet, so I was only able to drink half of it. We then waited at least 30 minutes for our meals (salad, avocado toast, and grits with mushrooms). The dishes came out very slowly, and one by one. We did enjoy the dishes. However, there was a terrible BO of the server that ruined our appetites. I felt bad since it was just him running around doing it all, but it didn't really meet my cleanliness expectations. Finally, this was a poor pre-show choice for another reason besides the slow service. The fermentation acts QUICKLY and let's just say I had to miss some of the show to manage that.
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Sonia S.

Yelp
Welcome to my new favorite restaurant. I can't name many dining establishments that are this delicious and yet so nourishing. Their menu is mostly vegan but they say they have some vegetarian options, I didn't see any but I may have missed them. I tried their sampler and their special burger of the day, a Caesar dressing burger. In the sample was the Princess Kraut, Red House Kimchi and a reddish sauce that tasted like it had beets in it. The sauce was by far my favorite of the three. The sampler comes with different veggies like bell peppers, cucumbers, daikon and carrots with a side of delicious bread. My burger was a little messy when eating but nonetheless delicious. The black bean patty, vegan Caesar dressing, fermented onions and bun all worked together nicely. I left full and happy knowing I had a perfectly balanced meal. The guy who took the order was patient and helpful when trying to decide what to order.

Valente G.

Yelp
This place is tiny, but the beer they put out is amazing. Pretzel really good and the mustard and vegan cheese are the best.

Amit P.

Yelp
If I could give six stars, I would. The food is fresh and prepared with love and attention. Amazing creative salads that go far beyond the standard Sweetgreen salads of today. The ambience is warm and the service very genuine. I really don't like driving into downtown San Jose (I'm a suburban mouse at heart), but you can bet I will be doing so to frequent Fox Tale going forward!
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Marisol T.

Yelp
One of my favorite breweries in San Jose! They have real good beers and delicious food. I highly recommend the nachos. The staff are also always so friendly and helpful.
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Jaime C.

Yelp
Cool ambiance. Great service. And very interesting, but good food and drink. I had the mushroom beer and cantaloupe ceviche I really enjoyed them both. An interesting place with interesting flavors but well worth it if you have an adventurous palate.
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James F.

Yelp
Dropped in here at the end of Beer Week on our way home from the airport. We heard about this place from the bartender at the brewery we stopped at just before. The place was hopping. The space is a bit small, which is the only semi-negative thing I have you say. They had some amateur local comedians performing that night and I felt kind of sorry for them. The place was so loud, no one could really hear their jokes (and, thus, no one was laughing). Yikes. I had the blue corn lager, which was smooth and tasty. My partner had the Beet Beer- brewed with roasted and juiced beets. The color was magical and so was the taste. Wow. I like the unique stuff and they delivered. The only issue, again, was how crowded they were in the small space, but, it was Beer Week and they did their best to accommodate everyone. There is some outdoor seating which wasn't an option in the rain that night.
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Rashmi R.

Yelp
The food was tasty - ordered burger, tapenade, polenta and nachos - all made well and sprinkled with fermented goodies. The mocktail of the week was out the world,! Will be back for the drinks
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Sam K.

Yelp
Delisciois fermented foods and beverages. As a registered dietitian I'm always excited to try and incorporate more fermented foods. Came here with my Dad on a Sunday afternoon and service was friendly and helpful in choosing ferment options. We shared the sample and the nachos both amazing in terms of flavor, spice, and satisfaction. Dad enjoyed his 5 oz wheat beer and I loved the green retreat tea.
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Jackie S.

Yelp
I came with a friend for lunch and I ordered the Pan Con Champinon. Omg! It was so flavorful. The mushrooms have a wonderful firm, yet tender bite to them. The flavor was so full and the natural umami flavor from the mushrooms was fabulous. It came with a generous spring mix salad that was topped with all kinds of seeds and yummy fermented tidbits of veggies and a nice vinaigrette. I enjoyed my food so much I forgot to snap a photo! I highly recommend Fox Take Fermentation Projext!
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Nyla K.

Yelp
We stopped by after the pride parade for drinks and food. I didn't realize this was a vegan place but I was very surprised at how good the food tasted. We got a bunch of appetizers, pretzel, chips and queso, salad, veggie plate with dip. All amazing. The tomatoes in the salad were the best I've ever eaten. The vegan queso tasted just like cheese. The green dip was so good. I was pleasantly surprised and def recommend the food. The non alcoholic drinks were also very good!
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Kimberley M.

Yelp
Beautiful, clean, beneficial fermented vegan food! So yummy! This place is going to get into regular rotation for my lunches!
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Brian V.

Yelp
Such a unique and chill spot. They kind of feel like a tiny brewery /restaurant. I wasn't too familiar with the spot before I came to meet up with some friends here. I'm not sure if they are 100% vegan/vegetarian, but it seems like their menu is very plant based forward with lots of items that use fermentation. Same goes with the beer - lots of the styles that employ some fermentation of some sort. The folks here were super friendly too. I just got a drink during my visit, but they were super helpful in explaining items on the menu. Also, two people ordered food in our group and the food looked absolutely amazing. Definitely a really cool spot to meet up in small groups. If this place were closer to me, I definitely would come here more often and I definitely would love to try the food items here.
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Vanessa D.

Yelp
Came here on a random Sunday. They were playing the Sunday football game. Not too busy so able to find 2 tables for my large group. Tried the Black Saison which was absolutely phenomenal; so light and tasty. I also tried the hazy IPA which was also very tasty. To eat, mother had the mash & gravy (?) which was absolutely scrumptious. To go, bought the black saison and the lager (haven't tasted it yet). Overall, had a fantastic time here. The staff and owners are extremely friendly! This December, they are hosting a local artist (TheDocArts_LLC on Instagram) with wonderful holiday merch! Can't wait to be back!
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Rimi K.

Yelp
Super unique Vibe. Encourages local entertainers and artists. Unique mocktails in cocktails. I come here most Sundays for open mic comedy. And the owners are amazing. They are really gentle and loving and go out of their way to make sure every customer feel special. The vegan Queso absolutely amazing. Their snickerdoodles pretty good too. Highly recommend, especially on a Sunday night.
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Paul K.

Yelp
Best mocktails in town, a continuously interesting beer selection, and if the kimchi burger I just ate wasn't the best veggie burger in town I'd sure like to try better.
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Aniket D.

Yelp
As always, restaurants where I don't hesitate to give 5 stars are where the end to end experience is awesome leaving no room to complain. Right from their website, to whoever answered the phone and patiently answered our questions. The interaction at the restaurant, setting clear expectations that card transactions are 5% more expensive than cash, that they have open mics and live music, neat and clean, wide selection of vegetarian food, good drinks, and the food was excellent tasting with special emphasis on fermented foods. Wow. The only downside is that it was a little difficult to find parking. Everything else was awesome.
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Shweta S.

Yelp
I recently discovered this unique brewery + fermentation restaurant serving some of the most creative Kombuchas, mocktails and flavorful plant-based bites. Parking: You can find street parking per east in the weekend. Space /Ambiance: They have indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor wall art of the giant fox illustration and vibrant colors give the place a very eclectic and refreshing vibe. Food/drinks: most of their items are vegan / plant-based. They have a seasonally rotating menu. We got the Half spread which comes with 1 fermented item and it was delish! We also got the popular Cultured Cashew Queso with Salsa Macha and chips, definitely a must try. The queso was perfectly cheesy, can't even tell it's plant-based, and the Salsa Matcha was so unique combination. The mocktails look insanely good and taste amazing- Butterfly Pea Mocktail was great! Service: They have very kind staff, incredibly helpful in recommending some items. The service was also pretty quick. Community oriented: Their concept of being a place for the community is amazing, they host Open mic and other events too. Highly recommend it and I can't wait to go back. Plan a trip to visit Fox Tale and try their amazing drinks and bites, you'll love it.
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Kashmira P.

Yelp
Very interesting menu and friendly staff. My friend and I tried this out a couple of months ago. The staff helped us make our food choices. I'll probably go back again. Wish there was more seating to have a larger group from work go together
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Danny Z.

Yelp
Very unique experience and place. Glad we tried it, the drinks have an acquired taste but sour lovers will appreciate it. Had the Michellada, mole flavor, and was taken to a whole new place.

Noelle G.

Yelp
My favorite veggie restaurant in San Jose; and the fermented food menu is so innovative and fresh I look forward to the new dishes they come up with. And being a craft beer fan, I appreciate the innovative beers as well. Mocktails and teas are excellent if beer is not your thing. For Cinco de Mayo, they had a special taco with corn smut(huitlcoche mushroom) which was unique and delicious. They also had candied prickly pear for dessert. They usually have nachos on the menu all year, since it's so delicious. Everytime I eat here I discover something new and delicious. There is something about the probiotics in their food that makes me feel great afterwards. They do have a small room so it can get noisy and crowded. I have been a regular since they opened and the owners Wendy and Felipe are great and I always feel welcome there. Don't forget to bring home their jars of kimchi or sauerkraut!
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Jessica N.

Yelp
Really intimate and cozy micro brewery. They have mostly sours and also do mocktails. Food is a vegan menu. They also had a live musician on Thursday night. Would come back again!
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Jamie C.

Yelp
Such a cute spot. We got the full spread which consisted of 3 fermented items, crudite, and a generous portion of delicious, hearty bread. The ferments were on point, so delicious. House red kimchi, aspagus, and beet with fennel. The seasonal green garlic mash was reminiscent of Colcannon. Hearty and satisfying. I'm husband got the michelada flight, our favorite was the rojo. I enjoyed the berliner Weiss and sour farmhouse ale. We absolutely loved the probiotic shots too, I could sip those all damn day. Very nice staff as well.
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Andrew B.

Yelp
Food was awesome and creative. Great kraut and other fermented stuff. Service stinks. Ambience cool. I'd go back for the food though, anytime.
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Jennifer N.

Yelp
Came around 1pm on a Thursday to try this place (literally a hole-in-the-wall, I drove past it before I realized, and of course parking in downtown San Jose is always a nightmare :) there's either metered street parking, or garage parking free for the first 90 minutes; I parked at the Globe Parking Garage on 4th st.). Half full when I walked in, but the interior is beautiful! I was greeted at the register by the owners with a smile on both their faces. You order at the register and then pick your seat and they bring your food/drinks to you. The soup of the day was a Beet Bisque which I was tempted to get but I had already eaten lunch :( I got the Wonderland Kombucha which had a black & green tea base, pomegranate, lemon, & ginger, and their housemade carrot cake. The kombucha is super smooth & very light, and the carrot cake is very nutty (which I love). I'm so glad they serve mocktails alongside beers, which is super thoughtful and the mocktails are great as well! They were out of the mocktail I wanted to try (calm & collected tea) but I'd definitely recommend the Wonderland Kombucha if you want something light! I'll be back to try their soups & other mocktails! :)
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Oliver B.

Yelp
This place is exceptional! Everything we tried was amazing and full of flavor. The Caesar salad is definitely the best in California! I'm giving it an 11/10 and can't wait to return and sample the entire menu. A must-visit!
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Casey C.

Yelp
Really cool spot, the polenta is amazing. I almost don't want to write this review to ensure that it doesn't get hyped up and sold out. But it's too good to gatekeep. Spread the love. Get their polenta.
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Dins G.

Yelp
Great food, service and live comedy entertainment! Went on a Sunday and wasn't expecting the stand-up comedy so that was a pleasant surprise!!
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Ana G.

Yelp
Awesome food experience with great beer and non alcoholic awesomeness! They even have various kombucha flavors! Place is small but they are making it work. The staff is always very friendly
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Jaky Y.

Yelp
Stopped by for a quick drink on a Saturday. Fox Tale has a small storefront with some cozy seating and tables. We got a flight and tried a few of their beers. Everything was tasty, reasonably priced, and service was great. We didn't try any food but plan to next time!

Aish A.

Yelp
I was visiting SJ for the day and had one of the top avocado toasts I have EVER had at Fox Tale...and I've tried a many. Now any avocado toast I have from anywhere else seems sub-par. Ingredients were exceptional and freshness was on point. delish :p
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Stephanie B.

Yelp
My friend and I each got a "Mock Tale" and both enjoyed them. Another friend got one of their small batch beers and said it was incredible. We also got the bowl, nachos, dip, sweet potatoes and caesar salad. The only thing I would not get again was the caesar salad, I got it gluten free (no croutons) and it had a gritty mouth feel. Our friends who ordered before us got their food in about 15 minutes and my husband and I got ours in about 20-25 minutes so the food did not come out together. Our server was super friendly, the vibe was cozy and they had great music. Overall a great experience and I would go back and get the nachos.
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Alisa B.

Yelp
Draft beer made with mushrooms??? I was very curious to say the least! This little hipster bar opened recently in DTSJ and specializes in fermented foods, products, mocktails, and beers! I tried the Fung Shui, which is a farmhouse ale made with CANDY CAP MUSHROOMS? I was intrigued. It actually smelled and tasted like mushrooms!! The more I drank it, the more I enjoyed it. It had a very light flavor to it and was made for sipping. Despite the candy in the name, it was not sweet at all. I was expecting a slight maple syrup taste to it... but it tasted like literal mushroom beer. I came here with a big group of friends and we were kind of smooshed together by the bar since the other tables were taken. It's a VERY small hole-in-the-wall. The customer service is very friendly and helpful if you have questions.
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Jacqueline K.

Yelp
My husband and I enjoyed a quick afternoon date here the other weekend. They specialize in fermented drinks and food as you can probably tell from reading other reviews. The menu is definitely very unique! Most of the ingredients were too fancy for me but I wish I could have tried all the various fermented spreads. We did order a spread with an eggplant/tomato paste (kind of like baba ganoush I think) with Acme sourdough bread but I wasn't sure how I felt about it. We also ordered shisito peppers + baby zucchinis, which was their special of the day, but I also wasn't sure how I felt about it LOL. Overall it was good, but an acquired taste. I think the quality of the food is good and my taste is just unrefined. I tried two small taster beers and liked them a lot. I am too lazy to look up which ones I had but I found the beer menu really interesting and there seemed to be quite a variety for different palates. I also like how this place has nice non-alcoholic drinks as well. We got the Barbie special and it was a unique flavor and not too sweet. I feel like most other places with mocktails are just sugar water so this is definitely a good place for people who are looking for fun non-alcoholic drinks.
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Alyssa P.

Yelp
I don't drink much, so I love when places put a focus on non alcoholic drinks (or mock tales as they're called at Fox Tale) and not as a second thought. Fox Tale is a small bar where you order at the register, and grab a seat indoors or outdoors. The staff brought our drinks to us, and they were gorgeous with their colors and flowers added in. My partner and I tried the Nocturnal Dance and Snap Pea & Mint mocktails. The nocturnal dance was sweet and tasted like juice. The snap pea & mint tasted vinegary with some sweetness. The rims on both drinks were delicious and complemented the drinks well. They also hold community events, such as doodle and sips! I came in on a Sunday evening as an open mic comedy show was happening, and it was a fun environment. I like that they rotate their drinks often. I met one of the owners, who was very friendly. They have merch and art available for purchase. Would love to come back to try some of their other drinks and snacks! Don't forget to grab a stamp card for their non-alcoholic drinks!
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Jim U.

Yelp
Love this place! Not a large beer selection but all made in house and all good. The food is not like you've had before. This is a menu that needs to be studied and questions asked. Loved the kimchi(s) and the beer mustard with pretzel. It's fun to go to a place where the workers are happy and happy to help.
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Amy D.

Yelp
If you're into fermented foods/drinks, Fox Tale Fermentation Project is the place for you! They have beer options as well as "mock tales", with a fermented twist (likely in the form of an infused vinegar). I thought it was really cool that all of their beers are brewed in house. On the day that I came, they had 7 beers on draft (1 was tapped out), and 2 bottled beers (beet beer! and a farmhouse ale). The draft beer options consisted of: IPA, Rustic Pale, Dark Lager, 4 variations of different sours. I was bummed their Blue Corn Lager was tapped out, since this was one I really wanted to try. In addition to drinks, they also have a food menu with plant based dishes. You could order plates with their housemade fermented items, and I'll definitely need to come back and give those a try. Some of the ferments were jarred and available for purchase. They weren't super busy around 3:30pm on a Sunday, and I ended up trying a few of their beers (a couple of sours, IPA, and Rustic Pale). My fave out of the beers was their Kind of Blue (Sour Saison w/Elderflower, White Tea, Blueberries, 4oz/$3.50, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=dtpYOBQrtap7wKYXHc7pig&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg) and the Sonic Bloom (IPA w/Waimea & Citra Hops). I appreciated that they allowed smaller 4 oz pours, which ranged from $3-$3.50/pour. They also had 16 oz pours, which ranged from $7-$9/pour. The bottled beers were the most expensive, and ranged from $13-$15. Their staff was really friendly and helpful, and I hope to come back and try additional beers. Only indoor seating was available, but the tables were spaced apart well (some areas were more socially distanced than others) and they had a very high ceiling. Hand sanitizers were placed throughout the bar. Parking in this area can tough, but some street parking spots were available.
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Derek N.

Yelp
Very cool and unique location! if you are looking for something new and different, this will do it! The staff and owner are soooo awesome and will share and tell all about their business and philosophy!