I haven't been to an Aqui in forever. I forgot how much I used to love this place. I usually go for their swirls, but today I decided to try their chef special - jambalaya. The jambalaya was full of flavors and filled with fresh ingredients: shrimps, mahi, spinach, zucchini, tomatoes, and okra. It also came with taquitos and they were delicious. Everything balanced each others so well and paired perfectly with all the hot sauces they offered. I'm not a fan of the avocado dip. It was okay. I would rather just get the salsa and chips. The place was big and have plenty of seatings. However, it started to get packed and open table became nonexistent. Out of all the Aqui locations I've gone to, the interior of this place is my fav. Service was fast and efficient. They routinely cleaned the table and picked up any empty dishes. read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Avocado Dip - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Aqui is our go-to whenever we feel like getting some high quality tex-mex fusion food in a fun dining place with great price. From comfort food to yummy seafood plates, they have everything! Highly recommend folks in South Bay to try them out, I am sure you will enjoy the food and will go back again! read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

I will return soon for the swirls everyone raves about. I was driving this visit and I heard one swirl is enough to get you toasty. My girlfriend did have one and she enjoyed it. It looks like a tropical slushee with tequila. Centenario Tequila to be exact. They serve them on their cashier side where you order your food and also on the bar side. I had an amazing Sonoran braised beef plate I believe my family calls this "carne en su jugo". The chips and salsa were okay. I like the thick corn tortilla chips but the pico de gallo salsa was watery. I prefer a chunky salsa. The pozole was okay more of a Tex-Mex flavor. The hominy was cooked perfect just too much tomatillo flavor in the broth for me. It was good though just not authentic enough to rate excellent. I devoured the beef plate. What a combination of goodness all in one plate. The sweet potato mash with the two fried wedges I can eat a full plate of. I loved that it came with zucchini and queso fresco on top. Made the plate a little refreshing with a scoop of cold Santa Fe style corn. The beef was so tender and flavorful. I kept eying someone's chocolate cake that was sitting next to us. I will save room for that next visit. read more

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I only ever come here for drinks with some friends to wind down after work and the service here is great. The bartenders are attentive and keep a conversation going with all types of people and that takes talent. It does get quite busy here so sometimes there is a line at a bar but thats to be expected because the quality of their drinks, not just the swirls, are top notch. If youre coming during the colder months theres heaters outside to keep you warm, and if its hot, just bring a swirl out there to keep you cool. read more

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I've gone here for years since it's the closest Aqui to me. I've been going to the Cupertino Aqui more recently, and it has a better vibe than this Blossom Hill one, I'm ngl. The Blossom Hill location is kind of bad, with it being next to a VTA stop and a parking lot. The patio has no views since there's a giant wall, but the dining area inside is nice enough, if a bit cramped. The freshly made California-based food and, of course, the alcoholic swirls are delicious and affordable. Aqui is a South Bay Area institution. Even though the Blossom Hill Aqui not my favorite location, in the grand scheme of things, it's still an awesome restaurant to come get good food and drinks. read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Knife & Fork Veggie Burrito - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Aqui has become a classic for many in my social circle and myself. It's a nice, casual, and bright place to grab a bite or a drink. The Cal-Mex style food is delicious and made fresh. My go-to order is the Southwest Chicken Taquitos and they always come crispy and perfect with a good amount of avocado on them, especially considering the price. It's an order at the counter type of place, and the cashiers are always friendly and happy to answer questions. The drinks are nice and strong while also refreshing and reasonably priced. Their flourless chocolate cake is also tasty, very chocolate-y, and great texture even without flour. You can't really go wrong at Aqui! read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Strawberry coconut soju swirl - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Delicious tex-mex spot with a fun interior and salsa bar. Fresh, flavorful food and great service. Will be back for the industrial swirls! read more

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Aquí is a San Jose staple for a reason and it's not just their swirls. Personally, I think the swirls are both too strong and too cloyingly sweet so I never partake. But their food is incredible. Forget the "can't move, can't function because I ate too much heavy Mexican food", this is fresh mex. They have many vegetarian options which my in laws love when they're in town. I love the adobo chicken lime avocado bowl but my husband loves the fajitas. I love the side bar of all the sauces and salsas that you can grab as needed. The service is quick and the ambiance is busy and loud but it's poppin! You'll have fun meeting up with friends or coworkers here! read more

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Outstanding customer service - they make me feel like a valued customer. Quality of food and food choices is is the best! Love bringing my friends here for our social-visits, and they love coming here and also love the variety of food options, as well as the quality of the food. read more

This is one of my favorite spots to eat in town. There are a plethora of healthy options and the food presentation is 10/10. There's something for everyone at Aqui and I've had nothing but positive experiences with the staff. The restaurant is clean and the way they have everything set up it's easy to order and your food comes out promptly! read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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I usually come to Aqui for the drinks, specifically the swirls, because they're always solid. The prickly pear swirl is my go-to, super refreshing and not too sweet. I also like to try whatever seasonal flavors they have, and they usually hit the mark. Definitely one of the better spots around if you're in the mood for a fun, casual drink that doesn't break the bank. As for the food, I've tried a few things: the quesadilla and the salmon bowl; but honestly, nothing has really stood out. It's not bad, just kind of average. I wouldn't come here specifically for the food, but it's fine if you need something to go along with your drink. Overall, Aqui is a great spot for casual drinks with friends. The vibe is relaxed, the swirls are consistently good, and it's easy to pop in for something quick. Just don't expect the food to wow you. read more

This place is consistent and solid. It's not Mexican food, it's Mexican-food-esque with a healthier twist. You stand in line and order, then grab a seat and wait for the buzzer. They have a wide menu and offer healthier options with great specials. I LOVE the variety in flavors and options, and their presentation is always beautiful! They have a full-bar and it's all about the swirls (slushie margaritas that catch up to you quickly). read more

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Loved the food and it's coming from someone who is not a very big fan of Mexican cuisine but I still gave it a try as it's my husband's one of the favorite cuisine and boy , I loved it so much . The service is very very fast . We ordered grilled shrimp and Wild Mahi shrimp teriyaki and both the items were delicious. By the time we were grabbing our sauces and the dressings , they were ready with the order . We also ordered one of their swirls and it was pretty strong . Loved the ambiance , lots of places to sit inside as well as outside . Surely recommend it . read more

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The Aqui is definitely my go to! The food feels refreshing and light. But the chips and salsa are so addictive, I always end up eating way more than I planned! read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Never again. First time here so didn't know their setup. Be prepared to stand in line twice: one line for drinks and another for food. Screwed up a simple drink order so we called it a night. read more

Met my mom for an early dinner here on a Thursday night. I usually go to the Willow Glen location, but Blossom Hill was more convenient for us to meet. It was early enough that the restaurant was pretty empty, which was nice because they tend to be packed for dinner. I was disappointed to discover they took my favorite item off the menu, the salmon taco. I've been eating it for many years. They do still have lots of options for salmon, so I ordered the Grilled Salmon Southwest Cesar. The salad was delicious, but could have used more romaine. I loved the grilled corn and pumpkin seeds. Unfortunately, the salmon itself was very plain and flavorless. I left most of it on the plate. My mom had the Wild Crab Cake bowl. She loved the crab cake, but said the kale was too bitter and the carrots were undercooked. I'm surprised the food didn't taste better because I've been eating at Aqui for about 20 years and can't remember ever not liking my food. I don't know if it was this location or just an off night. I'll definitely keep eating there, but will try something different next time. read more

Nice store. Love it! Isabel was nice and explain all the items in the menu. Bathroom is spotless and staff is polite. Also whether you having takeout or eating in, you'll get an amazing experience with your loved ones! read more

It's been a while since I've gone to an Aqui restaurant. My usual fish taco is no longer in the menu. Their menu has been simplified. I got the grass fed beef bowl. It was light and fresh, more for lunch not so much dinner entree. I ended up eating more chips to keep me full. Their swirls have not changed, still delicious. I got their strawberry apricot soju swirl. It wasn't overpoweringly sweet and it was refreshing. Service was quick despite a busy dinner service. The staff was quick with cleaning the tables for the next customer. Bathroom was also clean. We stayed till closing time and the staff was nice with letting us know to leave. read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Grass fed beef bowl - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Excellent healthy food. Friendly staff. Always clean. We go here 3 times a week. Reasonable prices. Located in a small mall off Highway 85. Good parking. read more

We love Aqui. It's simple, healthy food that is well prepared. I've never had a bad meal there. The prices are reasonable, which is also hepful. Usually we take out, and the food is always ready and waiting for us, plus (unlike many places) our order is always correct. I've fallen in love wtih the crispy cauliflower... so yummy! And I forgot to say... the people working there are always so friendly and helpful! read more

Yummy food and yummy drinks. Always the spot to go with friends on a nice evening. The workers are really nice, even though this is an establishment where you have to go up and order/pick up your food. One of my regular spots for sure! read more

Always love this place, it's such a chill environment, quick and easy service and when there are events, always exciting to see a crowd. Thank you to all the employees for everything read more

My wife finally got me to eat at a sit down Mexican restaurant. We sat outside on a warm afternoon but it was fine in the shade. There were some flies buzzing around which I was able to ignore. After looking over the menu, I realized you have to go inside to order. I'm ok with that but then does this count as a sit down restaurant? I guess it's a self service sit down restaurant. I enjoyed my food. I got this Cuban looking dish (forgot the name but it's in the photo) and wifey got her salad. She's ordered this salad 3x prior and swears by its goodness. I find it pretty good but not sure if it's the big wow she says it is. My Cuban dish had nice flavors, a rich sauce, very meaty chunks of tender pork and a nice contrast of flavor with the fried plantains. I don't eat black beans much so this was a nice accompaniment. I enjoyed my main dish, but I will try other dishes next time. read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Crab cake salad is pretty good - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Always good Love the staff, food and drinks! Been coming to Aquis since the beginning. read more

What you see is what you get, no complaints here. I was pleasantly surprised by the crab cake salad, not in love with the chips but not bad either. The service was pretty quick but such a crowded place, felt more like a cafeteria. Enjoyable experience, the swirls are strong and worth trying, fun atmosphere if you are with a group of friends. read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Crab Cake Salad - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

So frustrating that they do not allow modifications with online: DoorDash orders. Like, why?!?! Even when I call seconds after and I know they are looking at the ticket. I get a "Can't do." This is so NOT kid or allergy friendly. read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - No modifications allowed with online orders and managers don't care. - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Absolutely great food. Your crab cakes are always the best. That mango salad was really delicious. The service as usual was super. Took the food home for dinner. Great place to eat as well. read more

Delicious clean food and can't leave without their famous industrial strength Margarita swirls!

Life happened and we moved away, but when back in town... where was our first spot to hit before heading to our hotel? Aqui!!! lol My go to every time...The crab cake salad! A large crab cake with true lumps of crab. The salad was fresh and had diced mango and thin strips of tortilla chips for crunch. The crab cake with chicken enchiladas are bomb too! Added a small cup of tomatillo soup on the this cold rainy day - comfort for the soul. Their sangrias and swirls are well known, but didn't have any on this visit. A great meeting place to meet up with friends and the best Cal- Mex food EVER! read more

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After years of continuing to visit, the friendly staff and fresh, delicious food and rotating specials have me coming back. This is one of the few places I could stomach when nauseous in pregnancy. Favorite sauce is the firecracker! It's also easy to order online and they have my food ready on time everytime. read more

Let's start off with the good stuff. The food we ordered was delicious. My partner and I split both our entrees because it was my first time ever and her first time in YEARS. The Tri-tip chimichurri was really good! The portion size was really good and the chimichurri was the highlight of the dish. The grilled wild mahi was good too. The mahi mahi was a bit dry and over cooked, but the rest of the plate was delicious. The highlight of this dish was the rice in the sauce. The chips were hot and crunchy, and the salsa was just addicting. LOVED that it was unlimited. We ordered some drinks too. We got a jack & coke, and Tito's soda. Both were decently poured. At times we could barely taste the alcohol. But after 4 drinks each, it did the job. Hahaha. The restaurant was busy! Which was expected since it was a Friday night. It was super fast paced. We sat at the bar so it was more of an adult vibe, but we even saw some babies with their parents sitting near the bar watching the NFL draft. We met some amazing regulars. And the bartender was super nice and personable. Now the only reason I gave it a 4 star because as soon as we got there I was bringing over a high chair to sit at the bar since there was space, and the bartender was rude in the way that she told me not to bring it and to put it back. I'm not mad at the reason behind it, because I totally get it. But it was the way she said it. And with that being the first thing she said to me made a huge difference. I didn't like it. But she turned it around once we settled in. All in all we'll be back to eat and drink again. read more

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I love Aqui! I usually go to the Willow Glen location but this one is nice too. Go for the swirls- but don't drive after! They are strong but amazing. The food is good- not great but good, and you can find healthy options. It's semi self serve, you order and pay at the front and they call you when it's ready. But workers come through to keep the tables clean and they're always nice and helpful as is the staff behind the counter. read more

I have been going here for years. The food is excellent for the price. I love that they point out vegan and veg options. The drinks are fun and boozy. They are quick with take-out even when they are busy. I only wish they didn't change the firecracker sauce recipe a year or so ago because that is their only flaw. read more

The new menu is great! I also love the crab cake bowl. Service is always good The swirls are the best! Sunrise swirl and paradise patron swirl are my favorites. Love this place. read more

Haven't tried many things on the menu but I love my go to order very much it's the lemon chicken bowl with no grapes or cranberries and instead of grilled chicken add crispy chicken I absolutely love it and it fills me up just right and I never feel guilty after to me I don't really count it as Mexican but still very good read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - (Lemon chicken)(Burrito) - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Went to the restaurant on a Friday evening with a group of friends. No reservation needed. Walked in and sat on the patio. It's a self serve restaurant. You order and pay upfront at the counter. They give you a buzzer for the food and drinks are served immediately. The indoors was a little underwhelming but the patio had a nice vibe to it. They had heaters on top of every table making it comfortable to sit outdoors even on a chilly night. Food: We ordered the Aqui sampler for the table which came with the guacamole, salsa, hummus and chips. Pretty good quantity and a great shareable starter. Chicken enchilada: good quantity, has 3 enchiladas, in a brown sauce served. It was served with chayote-zucchini which I am not a fan of. It was also served with roasted corn and brown rice which really yum. Thai peanut organic tofu: very interesting combination with mango and grapes served on a bed of rice, tofu and veggies. Very fresh and refreshing. Adobo chicken bowl: person who ordered it wasn't a big fan Drinks: Drinks are what Aquis specializes in! Every drink on the table was really appreciated. The bartenders are not shy when pouring alcohol. The drinks are BOOZY! I understand why they are called industrial strength! This location also has a full bar. Aloha Mai tai swirl: Mai tai blended with their industrial strength margarita. Very tasty Cran-Apple Bulleit Swirl: this was the season special drink which bourbon, apple rum, cranberry, apple juice with their industrial strength margarita. Really tasty and not overly sweet. 21 Seeds Valencia Martini Craft Swirl: very orangey and fresh read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Cran-Apple Bulleit Swirl in the front, chips, guacamole, 21 Seeds Valencia Martini Craft Swirl on the left, aloha mai tai swirl on the right - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

I met a friend here for lunch recently and we had a nice time. It was a week day and a little after the lunch hour so they were not busy. We ordered right away and only waited a few minutes for our food. I had the Grilled Shrimp bowl: Grilled shrimp, avocado, cilantro rice, pinto beans, romaine, salsa fresca, chipotle corn salsa, Monterey Jack, sour cream and cotija cheese. I held the rice and had them do extra beans. Overall I really liked this bowl. A bit too much lettuce but overall, it was tasty. Loved all the items in it. We shared the Pumpkin Cheesecake. This was really tasty. Not a strong pumpkin flavor but it was nice and creamy. Loved the crispy sweet tortillas on top. Overall not a bad meal. read more

The taquito salad is garbage, it's taquitos with a salad as an after thought. If I wanted a lame salad I'd have made it at home and it'd be better than this flavorless trash. Best part is, the got rid of my favorite taquito dish that was way better than this. Literally the thing I hate most about aqui is that they change the menus and get rid of the few dishes I like... I'm not inclined to come back, I used to come at least monthly. read more

Service is efficient and food is tasty. The dining area is spacious along with outdoor seating. Carnita was bit dry but the rest of trimming made up. West Coast salmon was good but not too sweet and fruity which may be welcoming if you like fruity dish. Fire cracker calliflower was the best with bursting flavors. All in all good place for a quick meal. read more

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Stopped by for a Drink and Snack . Super clean restaurant and friendly staff. Ordered a Seasonal Blended drink Pomegranate Cassadores .:) Ordered the Dip Sampler plate . Hummus with chili sauce, black bean w/ a nice hint of Cumin, and a very fresh guacamole. Great time :) will be back read more

Aqui Cal-Mex - Yummy Seasonal Pomegranate Cassadores Drink :) - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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