Still O.G. & Alter Ego Cocktail Club

Alter Ego is one of the better spots for unique libations and real conversations in downtown San Jose. Most clubs are so loud and obnoxious they are difficult to navigate for anyone with a sense of self. This place understands the fine line between cool and approachable. Ray took great care of me and my friend on a Saturday night. We tried his signature cocktail called the Proxima Vida... and it was delightful. Good smokey flavor and cool presentation. Their most impressive drink is their take on carrot cake (Buster and Babs) In a cocktail. It contains filtered curdled milk. Making weird shit functionally delicious is a fantastic bartender talent. Definitely worth a stop in if you can get a reservation. Thanks Ray for a great night.

Great vibe! Incredible staff. Amazing attention to detail. Back of the house much different than the front. The milk bread was 100% delicious. And the asparagus was tasty. I’m seafood allergic and plant based, they were very accommodating. Highly recommend.

Didn’t try the food. This review: Cocktails = Food Perfect for a date night!! The vibe was amazing. The service was good as well. Such pretty drinks. Must try🍸 Everything is so good!!

Really cool and welcoming vibe. The low blacklights and the neon-esque signs make you feel like you're in a different atmosphere compared to the hectic party life of the rest of downtown San jose. Drinks are well made, bartenders were quick and very positive. Shout out to Keith for the great drinks! The front of the bar is more of a quick in-n-out service, while a fancier speakeasy inside requires reservations (or you can go onto a waitlist).

Still OG is one of our favorite bars - great vibes, great music, and great cocktails. our only complaint is that all of their cocktails are on draft, and anything ingredients beyond what’s on the menu are sparse. this means ordering off the menu and testing the bartenders’ mixology skills isn’t much of an option.

Very consistent dishes with good plating, technique and textures. Some of chef's personality shone through in dishes, others less so. The only miss was the caviar service which had a very small portion for how light the caviar flavor was against the chips and creme.

Went on a Wednesday night so we were able to walk in. Wasn’t too busy so staff were super attentive. We had Felipe and a super cool mixologist with pink hair. Drinks were delicious, unique and did not cause a hangover. We didn’t eat here but I think I would only be back here for drinks anyway. The vibe is more drinks than dinner (at least for me anyway) . Love how knowledgeable the staff was on the menu and recommending drinks that would fit the flavor we were looking for. Music was great and wasn’t too loud, they played kaytranada and other goodies. Next time I will definitely be back and be in the front bar bc the turn table DJ was also a vibe.

Let’s be honest—Bay Area life can feel a little too… routine. So finding a stylish speakeasy with amazing drinks and a moody ambiance? Instant emotional boost for us hard-working city dwellers! On a long weekend, I discovered that Alter Ego Cocktail Club was actually open. It’s tucked inside Still O.G., and when I saw an open spot on OpenTable, I booked it immediately. 📍 Location: 66 S 1st St, San Jose 🔥 Why You’ll Love It: Elegant, intimate vibes—perfect for a small gathering or a romantic date. Beautifully crafted cocktails with so many options. Bonus: the menu includes pictures, which is a win for the indecisive. Tasty small bites that complement the drinks. 🍹 What to Order: 🥃 Annabel Lee – This is the signature drink. The bubble on top is super smoky with a hint of pineapple, and underneath, there’s a mini painting (!). Flavor-wise, it’s got a spicy kick and is made with Bolivian brandy, pommeau, aperitivo, lime, and egg white. 🍸 La Cosa Nostra – A gin-based cocktail topped with Parmesan cheese (yes, you read that right). It also has tomato, basil, rosemary, and lemon—think of it as an elevated, boozy take on Italian flavors. 🍹 A Chinese Drink – A limited-edition cocktail created to celebrate Lunar New Year! It features baijiu and a really unique foam topping. 🌴 Tropical Drink – This one leans into Hawaiian beach vibes—sweet, smooth, and dangerously easy to sip. 🍽 Small Bites: I ordered the scallops and Wagyu beef—both were absolutely delicious, though the sauce was a bit on the salty side. Overall? Alter Ego Cocktail Club is 100% worth a visit—if you can snag a reservation!