• California
  • San Jose
  • The Grill on the Alley

The Grill on the Alley

(408) 294-2244
  • 172 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113
  • American
  • $$$$$
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  • Menu
  • $30 Two-Course Lunch Special
    Beat the dinner rush and select two courses for just $30. Choose an entree and your choice of either a soup, salad, or housemade dessert.
    • $30 Two-Course Meal $30

      Beat the dinner rush and select two courses for just $30. Choose an entree and your choice of either a soup, salad, or housemade dessert.

  • Wines by the Bottle (Must be 21 to Purchase)
    • Meiomi Pinot Noir $44.8

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Goldeneye by Duckhorn Pinot Noir $56

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Belle Glos Los Alturas Pinot Noir $60.8

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Prisoner Red Blend $70.4

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Paraduxx by Duckhorn Red Blend $96

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Intrinsic Cabernet Sauvignon $50.4

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon $92

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Hess Alomi Cabernet Sauvignon $60

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Cline Chardonnay $33.6

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Mer Soleil Chardonnay $44.8

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Rombauer Chardonnay $80

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Rosehaven Rose $38.4

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc $44.8

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Mionetto Prosecco $33.6

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Moet Imperial White Star Brut $96

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Moet Imperial Rose Brut $132

      Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Dom Perignon $400

      Must be 21 to purchase.

  • Beverages
    • Red Bull® $5

    • Red Bull® Sugarfree $5

    • Panna $7

    • Pellegrino $7

    • Bottled Root Beer $4.25

    • Soft Drink $4

  • Appetizers
    • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail $26

      old bay poached, traditional cocktail sauce

    • Ahi Tuna Poke $22

      onion shoyu, tobiko, avocado, crisp wontons

    • Jumbo Lump Crab Cake $24

      whole grain mustard sauce, fennel frond salad

    • Wagyu Beef Carpaccio $21

      fenugreek, arugula, parmesan, lemon oil

    • Charcuterie Board $26

      selection of cured meats, artisan cheeses, imported olives, toasted pain levain

    • Ahi Tuna Sashimi $22

      Fried spinach, pickled ginger, black and white sesame seeds

    • Artichoke Spinach Dip $18.5

      melted parmesan, crisp pita

    • Calamari $14.75

      With Cajun tartar sauce.

  • Soups
    • Bowl of Lobster Bisque $14

      fresh crema, sherry

    • Bowl of the Day $11

    • French Onion Soup $14

      sweet maui onions, levain crouton, melted gruyere

  • Salads
    • Market Field Greens Salad $12

      spiced pecans, grape tomatoes, honey balsamic

    • Caesar Salad $15

      romaine, torn croutons, shaved grana padano, garlic anchovy dressing

    • The Grill Wedge Salad $19.5

      crisp iceberg, warm bacon lardons, creamy bleu cheese dressing

    • Filet Mignon Salad $34.5

      market field greens, pickled onion, danish bleu cheese, grilled asparagus, buttermilk herb dressing

    • Burrata and Tomato Salad $18

      petite greens, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic

    • Lobster Salad $37.5

      frisee, micro greens, pine nut brittle, tahitian vanilla bean vinaigrette

  • Steak and Chops
    • 12 oz. Filet Mignon $68

      simply broiled and served with choice of creamed spinach or broccoli

    • 8 oz. Petite Filet Mignon $59

      simply broiled and served with choice of creamed spinach or broccoli

    • Prime 16 oz. New York Strip $74

      simply broiled and served with choice of creamed spinach or broccoli

    • New York Strip Au Poivre $71

      balsamic onions, bourbon peppercorn sauce

    • Double Cut Colorado Lamb Chops $69

      danish bleu demi glace, grilled broccoli

    • Prime Ribeye Steak (16oz) $66

      simply broiled and served with choice of creamed spinach or broccoli

    • Flatiron Steak (8oz) $42

      simply broiled and served with choice of creamed spinach or broccoli

    • Filet Medallions and Lobster $76

      filet mignon medallions (8oz), butter-poached lobster, mashed potatoes

    • Dry-Aged New York Strip (14oz) $98

      umami butter, grilled asparagus

    • Porcini-Crusted CAB Ribeye (16oz) $65.5

      evoo, aged balsamic, salt-roasted creamer potatoes

    • Long Bone Tomahawk (32oz) $155

      Our most impressive cut, served with mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, and trio of sauces (bourbon peppercorn, bearnaise, danish bleu demi glace)

    • Kansas City New York Steak (16oz) $79

      simply broiled and served with choice of creamed spinach or broccoli

  • Seafood
    • Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon $46.5

      citrus glaze, arugula salad

    • Seared Diver Sea Scallops $48

      sweet corn puree, shiitake mushrooms, corn relish

    • New Zealand John Dory $47

      broccoli puree, capers, citrus butter, julienned vegetables

    • Grilled California Sturgeon $52

      rosemary baste, red wine reduction, herb polenta

    • Grilled Pacific Swordfish Steak $49

      roasted potato, baby carrots, chimichurri

  • The Grill Specials
    • Grilled Shrimp Pomodoro $40

      With angel hair pasta.

    • Jidori Brick Chicken Marsala $38

      served with yukon mashed potatoes, marsala sauce

    • Chop House Cheeseburger $22

      CAB beef, tillamook cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, thousand island

  • Sides for the Table
    • Braised Brussels Sprouts $14

      thick-cut bacon, shaved grana padano, bourbon butter

    • Grilled Asparagus $14

      charred lemon

    • Asparagus Lemon Risotto $15

      Creme fraiche, shaved parmesan

    • Loaded Mac and Cheese $15

      Applewood-smoked bacon, mushrooms, breadcrumbs

    • Salt-Baked Potato $14

    • Sautéed Spinach $9

      whole roasted garlic oil

    • Parmesan Truffle Fries $9

      sea salt, smoked pepper

    • Mashed Potatoes $9

      yukon gold, sweet butter

    • Creamed Spinach $9

    • Farro $9

      lemon vinaigrette, feta, tomato

  • Lunch Appetizers
    • Spinach Artichoke Dip (Lunch) $18.5

      melted parmesan, crisp pita

    • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (Lunch) $26

      old bay poached, traditional cocktail sauce

    • Ahi Tuna Poke (Lunch) $22

      onion shoyu, tobiko, avocado, crisp wonton

    • Jumbo Lump Crab Cake (Lunch) $26

      citrus grain mustard sauce, fennel frond salad

    • Wagyu Beef Carpaccio (Lunch) $21

      fenugreek, arugula, parmesan, lemon oil

    • Pepper Seared Ahi Tuna $22

      sweet chili pepper relish, avocado, micro greens

  • Lunch Soups
    • Soup of the Day Lunch $9

      Please call the restaurant for today's soup selection. Made fresh in our kitchen daily.

    • Lobster Bisque $14

      fresh crema, sherry

    • French Onion Soup $14

      sweet maui onions, levain crouton, melted gruyere

  • Lunch Starter Salads
    • Market Field Greens Salad (Lunch) $12

      spiced pecans, grape tomatoes, honey balsamic

    • Classic Caesar Salad (Lunch) $14

      romaine, torn croutons, shaved grana padano, garlic anchovy dressing

    • The Grill Wedge Salad (Lunch) $18

      crisp iceberg, warm bacon lardons, creamy bleu cheese dressing.

    • Burrata and Tomato Salad $18

      petite greens, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic

  • Entree Salads
    • The Grill Cobb Salad (Lunch) $24.5

      poached chicken, romaine & iceberg lettuces, avocado, bacon lardons, tomato, hardboiled egg, danish bleu, buttermilk herb dressing

    • Filet Mignon Steak (Salad) $34.5

      market field greens, pickled onion, danish bleu, grilled asparagus, buttermilk herb dressing

    • Ahi Tuna Salad $31

      market field greens, asian slaw, crispy wontons, sesame ginger dressing

    • Lobster Salad (Lunch) $37.5

      frisee, micro greens, pine nut brittle, tahitian vanilla bean vinaigrette

    • Seafood Louie Salad $37

      jumbo shrimp, lump crab, mixed lettuce, tomato, avocado, egg, thousand island dressing

  • Lunch Specials (available until 4pm)
    • Crab Cake BLT (Lunch) $26.5

      jumbo lump crab cake, crisp bacon, arugula, tomato, spicy remoulade

    • Grilled Ribeye Steak Sandwich $39

      balsamic onions, melted havarti, creamy horseradish

    • Blackened Ahi Tuna Wrap $21

      cucumber, tomato, wasabi aioli, wheat tortilla

    • Filet Mignon Sliders $24.25

      herb boursin cheese, crispy onions

    • Salmon Burger $23

      Arugula, tomato, citrus grain mustard aioli, sesame seed bun

    • Blackened Ahi Tuna Tacos $23

      Cabbage, avocado, wasabi aioli, sriracha aioli

  • Lunch The Grill Specials
    • The Grill Chicken Pot Pie (Lunch) $26.5

      fresh vegetables, bechamel, flaky crust

    • Blackened Ahi Tuna Tacos (Lunch) $23

      cabbage, avocado, wasabi aioli, sriracha aioli

    • Pan-Seared Atlantic Salmon (Lunch) $28.5

      citrus glaze, arugula salad

    • Petite Filet Mignon (Lunch) $59

      8oz prime beef, balsamic onions, melted danish bleu cheese, watercress salad

    • Petite New York Steak Au Poivre (Lunch) $71

      12 oz. USDA prime beef, balsamic onions, bourbon peppercorn sauce

    • The Grill Wagyu Meatloaf (Lunch) $22.5

      tomato glaze, red wine demi, yukon gold mash

    • Jidori Brick Chicken (Lunch) $30.5

      farro, feta, tomato, lemon vinaigrette

    • Flatiron Steak (8oz) $40

      porcini crust, aged balsamic, evoo, salt-roasted creamer potatoes, blistered tomatoes

    • Surf & Turf (Lunch) $39.5

      4oz filet mignon, 4oz atlantic salmon, herb polenta, baby carrots

    • Shrimp Pomodoro (Lunch) $32

      plum tomatoes, garlic, angel hair

    • Seared Diver Scallops (Lunch) $48

      sweet corn puree, shiitake mushrooms, corn relish

    • Grilled Pacific Swordfish Steak $39.5

      roasted potato, baby carrots, chimichurri

    • Grilled California Sturgeon (Lunch) $39

      rosemary baste, red wine reduction, herb polenta

  • Lunch Sides
    • Grilled Tender Asparagus (Lunch) $14

      charred lemon

    • Braised Brussels Sprouts (Lunch) $14

      thick-cut bacon, shaved grana padano, bourbon butter

    • Creamed Spinach (Lunch) $9

    • Parmesan Truffle Fries (Lunch) $9

      sea salt, smoked pepper

    • Mashed Potatoes (Lunch) $9

      yukon gold, sweet butter

    • Wilted Spinach (Lunch) $9

      whole roasted garlic oil

    • Farro (Lunch) $9

      lemon vinaigrette, feta, tomato

  • Desserts
  • Catering Beverages
    • Catering Soft Drinks (Per Person) $3

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. 12 oz. cans.

    • Catering 16 oz. Pellegrino (Each) $6

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering 16 oz. Panna (Each) $6

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering 33 oz. Pellegrino (Each) $8

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering 33 oz. Panna (Each) $8

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Freshly Brewed Coffee (Per 96 oz.) $12

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Orange Juice (Per Gallon) $28

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Red Bull (Each) $5

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. 8.3 oz.

    • Catering Sugar-Free Red Bull (Each) $5

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. 8.3 oz.

  • Catering Breakfast Starters
    • Catering Bagels and Cream Cheese (Per Platter) $24

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Lox and Bagels (Per Platter) $70

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Fresh Fruit Platter (Per Platter) $48

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Assorted Pastries (Per Platter) $30

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

  • Catering Breakfast Entrees
    • Catering Good Start Breakfast (Per Platter) $55

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Granola, yogurt, and fresh fruit.

    • Catering Spanish Scramble a la Carte (Per Platter) $60

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Bell peppers, olives, onions, tomato, and queso fresca.

    • Catering Protein Scramble a la Carte (Per Platter) $70

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Country sausage, bacon, and spinach.

    • Catering Plain Scramble a la Carte (Per Platter) $50

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10.

  • Catering Breakfast Sides
    • Catering Side of Sliced Tomatoes (Per Platter) $32

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. 40 mini slices. Serves 8 - 10.

    • Catering Side of Breakfast Potatoes (Per Platter) $32

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10.

    • Catering Side of Double-Smoked Bacon (Per Platter) $50

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. 24 pieces. Serves 8 - 10.

  • Catering Appetizers
    • Catering Vegetable Crudites (Per Platter) $35

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Crispy Naked Wings (Per Platter) $42

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Assorted Cheese Tray (Per Tray) $45

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Spinach and Artichoke Dip (Per Platter) $42

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Seared Ahi Tuna Appetizer (Per Platter) $65

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Shrimp Cocktail (Per Platter) $70

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

    • Catering Fresh Fruit Platter (Per Platter) $40

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

  • Catering Starter Salads
    • Catering Mixed Field Green Salad (Per Platter) $42

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering The Grill Caesar Salad (Per Platter) $50

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Spinach Salad (Per Platter) $50

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Caprese Salad (Per Platter) $60

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Pasta Salad (Per Platter) $40

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

  • Catering Entree Salads
    • Catering Charbroiled Chicken Caesar Salad (Per Platter) $75

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Served with sliced sourdough bread.

    • Catering Pan-Seared Salmon Caesar Salad (Per Platter) $95

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Served with sliced sourdough bread.

    • Catering Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad (Per Platter) $95

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Served with sliced sourdough bread.

    • Catering The Grill Cobb Salad (Per Platter) $85

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Served with sliced sourdough bread.

    • Catering Blackened Ahi Tuna Salad (Per Platter) $98

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Served with sliced sourdough bread.

    • Catering Grilled Lime Chicken Salad (Per Platter) $78

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Served with sliced sourdough bread.

    • Catering Grilled Steak Salad (Per Platter) $115

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10. Served with sliced sourdough bread.

  • Catering Entrees
    • Catering Penne Pasta Pomodoro (Per Person) $65

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8. Served with mixed green salad, sliced sourdough bread, and choice of side dish.

    • Catering Grilled Herb Chicken Breast (Per Platter) $85

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8. Served with mixed green salad, sliced sourdough bread, and choice of side dish.

    • Catering American-Style Kobe Meatloaf (Per Platter) $85

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8. Served with mixed green salad, sliced sourdough bread, and choice of side dish.

    • Catering Filet Medallions (4 oz.) (Per Platter) $185

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8. Served with mixed green salad, sliced sourdough bread, and choice of side dish.

    • Catering Chicken Piccata (Per Platter) $95

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8. Served with mixed green salad, sliced sourdough bread, and choice of side dish.

    • Catering Cold-Poached Salmon (Per Platter) $140

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8. Served with mixed green salad, sliced sourdough bread, and choice of side dish.

    • Catering Charbroiled Filet Steak (Per Platter) $140

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8. Served with mixed green salad, sliced sourdough bread, and choice of side dish.

  • Catering Sandwiches
    • Catering Assorted Sandwich Platter (Per Platter) $60

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Served with peanut cole slaw.

    • Catering Santa Fe Chicken Wraps (Per Platter) $75

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Served with peanut cole slaw.

    • Catering B.L.T.A Sandwich Platter (Per Platter) $60

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Served with peanut cole slaw.

    • Catering Cheeseburger Sliders Platter (Per Platter) $60

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Served with peanut cole slaw.

  • Catering Side Dishes
    • Catering Loaded Mac and Cheese (Per Platter) $45

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Creamed Spinach (Per Platter) $35

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Grilled Asparagus (Per Platter) $45

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Grilled Vegetables (Per Platter) $35

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Mashed Potatoes (Per Platter) $30

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Peanut Cole Slaw (Per Platter) $25

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Braised Brussels Sprouts (Per Platter) $45

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Steamed Vegetables (Per Platter) $25

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Per Platter) $27

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Lobster Mashed Potatoes (Per Platter) $70

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

    • Catering Fully Loaded Baked Potato (Each) $8

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED.

  • Catering Desserts
    • Catering Cookie Party Platter (Per Platter) $35

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. 40 mini cookies. Serves 8 - 10.

    • Catering Jumbo Cookie Plate (Per Platter) $48

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Baker's dozen. Serves 8 - 10.

    • Catering Chocolate Fudge Brownie Platter (Per Platter) $35

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10.

    • Catering Fruit Cobbler (Per Platter) $42

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 8 - 10.

    • Catering Key Lime Pie (Per Pie) $45

      24 HOUR ADVANCED NOTICE REQUIRED. Serves 6 - 8.

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