Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileGoodtime Bar
San Jose, CA
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-19 · Based on current public sources
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
Goodtime Bar operates as a wine-focused bar with a by-the-glass list that changes daily. Every pour is $15, and the selection spans bubbles, white, orange, red, and rosé. Bottles are sold at price on bottle, and onsite consumption carries a $15 corkage fee. A wine club is part of the offering. The beer side is narrow but memorable: Donna's pickle beer at $7.5, with an optional deviled egg add-on for $4.5.
- What should I order?
- Start with a $15 glass from the daily-changing selection—recent guests have had rosé and orange wine. If you want a bottle, buy at price on bottle and pay the $15 corkage to drink it onsite. For beer, Donna's pickle beer at $7.5, optionally topped up with a deviled egg for $4.5.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- People who want a wine bar with a rotating by-the-glass list and the option to open a bottle onsite for a flat corkage fee. The wine club will appeal to regulars. Beer drinkers with a sense of curiosity will find the pickle beer worth a look; those seeking a deep beer list should look elsewhere.
- When should I go?
- When you want a glass of wine and are open to whatever the daily pour happens to be. The $15 corkage makes it a reasonable stop for sharing a bottle onsite. The venue describes itself as cozy, with solid food and nice tunes.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wine by the glass is $15. Bottles are priced at retail with a $15 corkage fee for onsite consumption. Donna's pickle beer is $7.5, and a deviled egg add-on is $4.5. A wine club is available.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The by-the-glass list changes daily and covers bubbles, white, orange, red, and rosé at a single $15 price. Bottles are sold at price on bottle with a $15 corkage fee, and a wine club is part of the program. The beer list is anchored by Donna's pickle beer, optionally paired with a deviled egg.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Wine
A daily-changing by-the-glass list at $15 spans bubbles, white, orange, red, and rosé. Bottles are sold at price on bottle with a $15 corkage fee, and a wine club is referenced on the site and corroborated by reviewers. Staff offer wine recommendations.
Menu strengths
- — By-the-glass list covers bubbles, white, orange, red, and rosé at a uniform $15, with the pouring selection changing daily.
- — Bottled wines are available at price on bottle, and onsite consumption carries a $15 corkage fee.
- — A wine club is referenced on the site and corroborated by reviewers; staff offer wine recommendations.
Standout selections
- — Wines by the glass are offered at $15 across bubbles, white, orange, red, and rosé, with the pouring selection changing daily.
- — Orange wine by the glass, recently ordered by a customer.
Pricing: Wines by the glass $15; bottles at price on bottle; $15 corkage for onsite consumption.
Beer
That is a single distinctive pour rather than a broader beer selection.; Donna's pickle beer is listed at $7.5, with an option to top up with a deviled egg for $4.5.
Menu strengths
- — Donna's pickle beer is listed at $7.5, with an option to top up with a deviled egg for $4.5.
Standout selections
- — Donna's pickle beer, $7.5, with an optional deviled egg add-on for $4.5.
Pricing: Donna's pickle beer $7.5; deviled egg add-on $4.5.
How it sits with the food
The venue describes itself as a cozy wine bar with solid food. Donna's pickle beer can be topped up with a deviled egg for $4.5.
Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.
About this review
Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.
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