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Posted on February 13, 2020February 13, 2020 by Kevin Crossman

Notch’s Place

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I never got to visit the Trader Vic’s location in San Francisco, but I did get to see a bit of history last night. That’s the original sign at @topnotchkustoms place in San Jose. And the tiki bar inside? Pretty awesome. Some amazing tall tikis, including a vintage Barney West. Drinks were served by everyone’s favorite San Jose bartender, @brianrechenmacher. He even went out of his way to just go ahead and make my Mai Tai with Smith & Cross without me having to ask. Today is definitely an #ILoveBRex day. Thanks Notch and Syrus for having us over. #tiki #tikibar #tikidrinks #tikiculture #tropicaldrinks #cocktails #craftcocktails #rum #rhum #maitai #1944maitai #sanjose

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