San José Dress Code

Formal dress is unnecessary for most restaurants in San Jose. Unless you are planning to go into the mountains or coast, a sweater or lightweight overcoat should be warm enough for winter evenings and a light jacket sufficient for summer evenings.

Greeting Someone in San José

A handshake is the usual greeting in San Jose, California, as it is throughout the United States.

San José Business Hours and Banking

San Jose's business hours vary from one industry and sector to another but in general, most office environments operate between 09.00 and 17.30, Monday to Friday. The majority of banks are open between 09.00 and 15.00, Monday to Friday with some staying open to 17.30 or 18.00 one day a week.

San José Smoking

An issue that is traditionally one of great controversy in the United States, smokers are warned to be very careful when choosing a place to light up as most public places have banned smoking altogether. The best advice is to smoke only in like-minded company.