5 to Try: Classic Cocktails
By Ryan Sommer, Citysearch Contributor
Forget the low-carb beer and go retro instead. From a classic martini to a timeless Manhattan, find the best 1950s-era cocktails in Silicon Valley.
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Zibibbo
430 Kipling St, Palo Alto, CA
Mingle with a sophisticated crowd while sipping a sweet sidecar at this Mediterranean eatery. -
A.P. Stump's
163 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA
The tart vodka gimlet at this glamorous bistro is simple and elegant--like the clientele. -
Hedley Club
233 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA
Nurse a crisp vodka martini while taking in the smooth sounds at this art-deco jazz bar at the Hotel De Anza. -
Cardinal Coffee Shop & Lounge
3197 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA
This retro diner and swanky lounge serves up an array of classic concoctions, including the perennially popular Tom Collins. -
Birk's Steak and Chop House
3955 Freedom Cir, Santa Clara, CA
Sip a Manhattan at this upscale chophouse known for its selection of fine whiskeys.
