Dr. Funk

In downtown San José at 29 N. San Pedro Street, Dr. Funk presents itself as a modern rum house + kitchen styled as a classic tiki bar with a “medical / elixir” twist. The bar draws inspiration from mid-20th century tropical cocktail culture (Trader Vic, Donn Beach) and aims to immerse patrons in escapism — transporting them via cocktails, décor, and story into island enclaves of myth and lore. The décor is richly layered: tropical motifs, flotsam and jetsam, vintage tiki elements, and nods to medical / laboratory imagery (beakers, bubbling vessels) that echo the “Dr. Funk” mythos. In fact, behind the name lies a fictional / mythologized figure — Dr. Bernhard Funk, a German doctor turned island adventurer whose “elixirs” became legendary in tiki lore. On the menu side, Dr. Funk is serious about cocktails — especially rum-based, tropical & tiki styles. Their signature Dr. Funk Cocktail is crafted in homage to historical recipes: absinthe / Herbsaint, dual rums, fresh lime & lemon, house pomegranate grenadine, and soda / seltzer. Apart from that, the drink list includes classic tiki staples (Mai Tais, Navy Grogs, punch bowls), flaming cocktails, exotic elixirs and “peculiar potions.” Food is part of the equation — Dr. Funk operates a kitchen (rum house + kitchen) with offerings that complement the tropical cocktail theme. When it comes to hours: Sunday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM Monday – Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday & Saturday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM Kitchen hours are a bit shorter: Sunday open until 8:00 PM; Monday through Saturday until ~9:00 PM. Dr. Funk also cultivates a Rum Club for aficionados, private events, and special programming (tastings, themed nights) as part of its brand identity. In reviews and local feedback, common praise is for the strong, flavorful cocktails and immersive environment. Some warn the drinks are potent, so pacing is wise. In short: Dr. Funk is not just a bar — it’s a crafted tiki escape in San José, built for rum lovers, cocktail adventurers, and those seeking mood, story, and tropical delight.