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Poor House BistroB-

317 W St John St, San Jose, CA 95110 · Cajun restaurant, Restaurant · Downtown San Jose

Lively Cajun/Creole spot near SAP Center with generous portions, live music, and mixed feedback on flavor consistency; great vibe, solid value for casual pre-game meals.

Why this grade

Poor House Bistro delivers solid casual Cajun dining with warm, attentive service and quick turnaround ideal for pre-event meals. Strong food quality in jambalaya, po boys, and crawfish pasta is tempered by inconsistent seasoning depth in gumbo and select dishes, preventing a higher grade. The lively live-music courtyard and generous portions make it a worthwhile neighborhood stop rather than a destination restaurant.

One caveat: Flavor depth inconsistent on gumbo and some fish plates

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Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday11:00–14:00, 17:00–21:00 Thursday11:00–14:00, 17:00–21:00 Friday11:00–21:00 Saturday11:00–21:00 Sunday10:00–19:00
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