About Brick Public House
Brick Public House is a go-to lunch salads & bowls spot in San Jose, CA, with a no-frills feel and a quick order-at-the-counter setup with a small patio. The kitchen leans into salads & bowls done well, smoking their meats in a custom offset pit out back.
The signature item to try first is the Caesar Wrap, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Harvest Bowl, Buffalo Chicken Salad, Mediterranean Bowl, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find couples on date night and groups celebrating birthdays, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours frozen margaritas, agua frescas, and a short list of cocktails. The kitchen happily accommodates common allergies if you let them know. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, you can text ahead to skip the line during the lunch rush. The price-to-quality ratio is what brings most people back a second time. Whether you're new to San Jose or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable salads & bowls fix, Brick Public House earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Brick Public House. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.2 out of 5 across 1,150 reviews.
Brick Public House has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Caesar Wrap but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Buffalo Chicken Salad stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Solid spot. The Caesar Wrap is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Great salads & bowls option for the area. The Quinoa Power Bowl was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Location & neighborhood
Brick Public House is located at 662 Pearl St in San Jose, CA. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.