From The Fairmont San Jose Best Nearby Nightlife (10 Overall Closest) Metro: San Jose, CA The Improv (Nightlife - Comedy Club) 62 S Second St, San Jose  CA  95113 • 408-280-7475 Distance: ~873 ft         Description: Need a laugh? Check out who's on at The Improv – you might catch Bill Bellamy, D.L. Hughley, Brian Regan, Bobby Lee or the Kims of Comedy. Full dinner menu is available if you want to make a night of it. Two-drink minimum. Show times vary, but usually start about two hours after doors open. Blank Club (Nightlife - Bars) 44 S Almaden Ave, San Jose  CA  95113 • 408-292-5265 Distance: ~1088 ft         Description: It's a dive bar, no doubt about it, but Blank is also considered the best place in town to catch bands. The schedule includes a huge variety, so the crowd differs from night to night. Past performers include Dick Dale, Birthday Massacre, Social UnRest, Tsunami, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Shonen Knife, Third Grade Teacher, Franz Ferdinand and a host of local punk, roots and alt rock bands. There's even karaoke on occasion. Hedley Club (Nightlife - Bars) 233 W Santa Clara St Hotel De Anza, San Jose  CA  95113 • 408-286-1000 Distance: ~0.26 mi         Description: Classy and sophisticated, the Hedley Club appeals to those who have moved beyond the meat-market club scene but still like to enjoy a night out. The art deco interior is warm and inviting with a wood-burning fireplace and comfy seating. Live jazz every Friday and Saturday night, too. The Flying Martini Brothers Bar & Bistro (Nightlife - Bars) 69 N San Pedro St, San Jose  CA  95110 • 408-287-6969 Distance: ~0.32 mi         Description: The bartenders do tricks, the drinks come in a variety of rainbow hues, and a crowd of party people tends to be friendly and fun. Expect dancing on the bar, sing-alongs, and a rowdy good time. Despite the rowdiness, modern décor, red walls and plasma TVs, elevate the place well above "dive bar" status. South First Billiards Club Lounge (Nightlife - Live Music) 420 S 1st St, San Jose  CA  95113 • 408-294-7800 Distance: ~0.32 mi         Description: Sometimes you just get an itch to shoot some pool. In San Jose, this is the place to go. Along with more than 25 tables, you can enjoy full food and bar menus. The ambience is a bit upscale, but casual. JJ's Blues Lounge (Nightlife - Live Music) 3439 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose  CA  95050 • 408-243-6441 Distance: ~3.87 mi         Description: JJ's knows what they're doing. Over two decades in the business means they know the blues, and they take pride in presenting up-and-coming performers as well as established names – the schedule varies, with jam sessions on Monday and Tuesday. There's a pool table in the back, a well-stocked bar with expert "intoxicologists" and a super casual vibe. No food, but there's a great pizza joint next door. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.