The Farmers Union – American
This lively gathering spot reimagines the classic American tavern with an inviting energy, where the scent of smoky buttermilk-fried ribs and warm, flaky cheddar biscuits fills the air. The kitchen excels at transforming nostalgic favorites into sophisticated shareable plates, from velvety deviled eggs to zesty pimenton garlic prawns, all served in a rustic-chic space designed for spirited conversation and communal indulgence.
151, West Santa Clara Street, San Jose, 95113 https://www.thefarmersunion.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Farmers Union
Dairy-Free at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble and Seasonal Sorbét. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble, Classic Deviled Eggs and Sauteed Broccolini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Chocolate Molton Cake, Salmon A La Plancha Tacos and Cheesy Grits. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings, Grass Fed Burger and Seasonal Sorbét. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts, Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble and Classic Deviled Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts, Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble and Boylan's Root Beer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Deviled Eggs and Sauteed Broccolini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in San Jose has 17 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Fever-Tree Ginger Beer or Ginger Ale and Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Farmers Union
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Union Market Salad | 30 g | 73.5 g |
| Spicy Roasted Turkey Sandwich | 44.6 g | 70.3 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Pesto Chicken Sandwich | 45.1 g | 30.1 g |
| Iceberg Wedge Salad | 45.4 g | 26.5 g |
| Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts | 1.8 g | 25.3 g |
| Paloma Negra | 10.6 g | 23.9 g |
| Coco Bongo | 55.1 g | 23.7 g |
| Pan Roasted Salmon | 17.2 g | 20.7 g |
| Spicy Shrimp & Cheesy Grits | 3.6 g | 19.5 g |
| Creamy Tomato Soup (Small) | 35.1 g | 19.2 g |
| Creamy Tomato Soup (Large) | 35.1 g | 19.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
For The Table
- Cheddar Biscuits - $10: honey butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $16: choice of traditional buffalo or mango-habanero, served with homemade ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Artichoke & Spinach Dip - $18: tortilla chips, crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Deviled Eggs - $11: celery, mayo, chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pimenton Garlic Prawns - $18: garlic, paprika, lemon juice, parsley, butter, shrimp broth, skillet toast Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buttermilk Fried Smoked Pork Ribs - $17: bourbon-cola bbq, jalapeno, garlic Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork & Ricotta Meatballs - $16: roasted tomato, parmesan, basil, skillet toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $18: artichoke hearts, green beans, spicy aioli, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts - $17: bacon, shallots vinaigrette, parmesan Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Mushroom Empanadas - $15: porcini aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon A La Plancha Tacos - $17: jalapeno slaw, avocado crema, chipotle aioli, salsa roja, lime Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Brisket Asada Tacos - $17: caramelized onion, avocado crema, cilantro, salsa roja, lime Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes - $18: fennel slaw, orange, creamy red pepper sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Creamy Tomato Soup (Small) - $9: olive oil, herbs, skillet toast Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Tomato Soup (Large) - $12: olive oil, herbs, skillet toast Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Leaf Caesar (Small) - $9: garlic anchovy dressing, parmesan, croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Leaf Caesar (Large) - $14: garlic anchovy dressing, parmesan, croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb & Orange Roasted Beets - $16: arugula, candied walnuts, goat cheese, cranberries, lemon honey vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iceberg Wedge Salad - $14: iceberg lettuce, blue cheese dressing, tomato, bacon, chives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Union Market Salad - $22: chicken, tomato, dates, avocado, corn, almonds, goat cheese, croutons, basil vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Grilled Veggie Plate - $20: cipollini onion, portobello mushroom, baby carrots, corn, sweet peppers, avocado, broccolini, squash, lemon, olive oil, maldon salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Roasted Salmon - $34: cannellini beans, squash, swiss chard, onions, garlic, rosemary, caper herb salsa verde Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Shrimp & Cheesy Grits - $29: bacon, spiced tomato jus, scallion, lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rosemary-lemon Roasted Half Chicken - $32: mashed potatoes, thyme jus Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cider Brined Double Cut Pork Chop - $35: butternut squash gratin, braised red cabbage, spiced apple chutney, port cranberry jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner
- Grilled Flat Iron Steak - $36: broccolini, chimichurri, fried egg, dirty fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled 12oz Ribeye Steak - $48: herb roasted fingerling potatoes, onion strings, red wine jus Available at: dinner
- Beef Brisket (From the Smoker) - $34: bourbon cola bbq sauce, buttermilk biscuit, frijoles charros, and potato salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- St Louis Style Pork Ribs (From the Smoker) - $34: bourbon cola bbq sauce, buttermilk biscuit, frijoles charros, and potato salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Half Chicken (From the Smoker) - $32: carolina white bbq sauce, buttermilk biscuit, frijoles charros, and potato salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Grass Fed Burger - $22: brioche bun, white cheddar, pickles, all the fixin's Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip Sandwich - $28: french roll, prime rib, au jus Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Sandwich - $26: french roll, crispy onions, bbq sauce, pickled jalapenos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Roasted Turkey Sandwich - $22: muenster, spinach, bacon, avocado, tomato, cranberry-dijon mustard, basil aioli, ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Chicken Sandwich - $22: focaccia bread, almond pesto, tomato, red onion, havarti cheese, spinach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmer's Bounty Harvest Sandwich - $21: focaccia bun, eggplant, sweet potato, zucchini, roasted red pepper, red onion, herb mayo, avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup - $19: havarti, gruyere, white cheddar, caramelized onion, apple mustard, sourdough, sage butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- House-cut Fries - $10: fried in beef tallow Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Broccolini - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cannellini Beans w/Veggies - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Grits - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Mac-n-Cheese - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Red Cabbage - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Caramelized Bananas Foster Bread Pudding - $14: bourbon-caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble - $13: ala mode Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
- Coconut-Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta - $13: spiced pineapple compote Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Warm Chocolate Molton Cake - $12: vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, chocolate crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Vanilla Creme Brulee - $12: berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Seasonal Sorbét - $12: always vegan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Beverages
- Mexican Coke - $5: 355ml
- Mexican Sprite - $5: 355ml
- Mexican Squirt - $5: 355ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Boylan's Root Beer - $5: 12oz Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Fever-Tree Ginger Beer or Ginger Ale - $9: 500ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Saratoga Sparkling Water (Small) - $5: 355ml Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Saratoga Sparkling Water (Large) - $11: 28oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Latigo De Amor - $16: mezcal, luxardo, lime, pineapple, jalapeno, agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Paloma Negra - $16: charcoal infused reposado tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, agave nectar, squirt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- True Love - $17: vodka, mango-strawberry-pom syrup, lemon, agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Farmers Margarita - $16: reposado tequila, agave nectar, lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Moscow Mule - $16: vodka, angostura bitters, ginger beer, lime
- The Bee's Knees - $17: earl grey infused gin, honey-lemon syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Raspberry Fields Forever - $17: raspberry infused tito’s vodka, crème de mure, agave, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Coco Bongo - $17: coconut rum, pineapple puree, coconut water, lime, dark rum Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Farmers Union
- Is The Farmers Union dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Farmers Union has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble and Seasonal Sorbét.
- What can I eat at The Farmers Union on a dairy-free diet?
- Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Skillet Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble and Seasonal Sorbét carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Farmers Union have vegan options?
- Yes. 17 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Fever-Tree Ginger Beer or Ginger Ale.
- Is The Farmers Union gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Farmers Union?
- Union Market Salad, at roughly 73.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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