Alma Tequileria
Alma Tequileria is a tequila and mezcal bar in the outdoor plaza at San Pedro Square Market, downtown San Jose. The focus is squarely on agave — a curated list of traditional tequilas and mezcals alongside signature cocktails built around them — served in a relaxed outdoor setting a short walk from SAP Center.
A tequila and mezcal list built for exploring
Alma's list runs deeper than a typical bar's tequila shelf — traditional blancos, reposados, and añejos alongside mezcal, for anyone who wants to taste the range rather than default to a margarita. The signature cocktail menu builds on that same list: drinks like the Matador SanPedro (cimarron reposado, dolin blanc, tempus fugit crème de cacao) and the Alma Highball (del maguey vida mezcal, tamarind-cilantro, lime, Topo Chico) are built to showcase specific spirits rather than mask them.
Outdoor plaza setting
Alma sits in San Pedro Square Market's outdoor plaza rather than an enclosed room, which makes it a comfortable stop for a warm evening or an afternoon drink. It's a good fit for a smaller group or a date — a spot to sit with a well-made cocktail rather than move through quickly.
Part of San Pedro Square Market
Alma is one of four bars at San Pedro Square Market in downtown San Jose, alongside Three Sisters (whiskey), San Pedro Market Bar (cocktails, beer, wine), and Market Beer Company (craft beer). The plaza setting makes it easy to start at Alma and move to any of the others without leaving the block — a common move for a group where not everyone wants tequila. It's also about a five-minute walk from SAP Center, making it a workable pre-game or post-game stop for anyone who wants something more specific than a standard sports-bar pour.
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100 N Almaden St
San Jose, CA 95110
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Thursday: 4pm – 9pm
Friday – Saturday: 4pm – 11pm
Sunday: 12pm – 6pm
A special San Pedro Square Market offering nestled in the beautiful outdoor plaza featuring a large selection of quality, traditional tequila and mezcals, and creative signature cocktails.
Matador SanPedro
cimarron reposado / dolin blanc / tempus fugit creme de cacao / cinnamon bark cordial / house blended bitters
dulce, spirit forward, bold
Lady Peralta
arette blanco / strawberry - jalapeno cordial / cappelletti / hellfire bitters / mint
delicate, refreshing, subtle kick
Alma Highball
del maguey vida mezcal / tamarind - cilantro cordial coconut water / lime / topo chico
light, distinctive, flavorful
Jalisco Fly Over
arette blanco / luxardo maraschino liqueur creme de violette / fresh lemon
bright, floral, tart
FAQ
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Traditional tequila and mezcal, plus signature cocktails built around them.
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Tuesday–Saturday 4pm–close, Sunday 12pm–6pm. Closed Mondays.
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Inside San Pedro Square Market's outdoor plaza, at 100 N Almaden Ave, San Jose, CA 95110.
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Yes — it's set in the market's outdoor plaza.
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Yes, the plaza setting and cocktail-forward menu make it a good fit for sitting and settling in rather than a quick stop.
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Alma is one of four bars at San Pedro Square Market — Three Sisters (whiskey), San Pedro Market Bar (cocktails, beer, wine), and Market Beer Company (craft beer) are all in the same plaza.
Visiting Alma
Alma is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4pm until close, and Sunday from noon to 6pm; it's closed Mondays. It's located at 100 N Almaden Ave, Ste 161, San Jose — inside San Pedro Square Market, in the market's outdoor plaza area.
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