San Pedro Square Market is the social hub of downtown San Jose — a covered food market in the old produce district north of the main plaza, with a collection of food stalls, bars, and small restaurants gathered around a central drinking area. The market is at its best on weekend evenings when it fills with people, though it operates all week.
The food options range from tacos and Korean barbecue to wood-fired pizza and craft beer. The outdoor seating area on warmer evenings is one of the better places in the city to eat casually without committing to a full restaurant. San Pedro Square anchors the downtown dining scene and is worth knowing about even if you end up eating somewhere else.