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    Birrieria Tepa

    3.4 (95 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Olga R.

    The Food and service is a 5! The tortillas are made fresh, the birria was amazing ! It is Chivo (goat) However the restaurant environment and theme feels outdated and the music is loud like a cantina. Great place to have birria and beer, not so much kid friendly. It is located on a shopping center parking lot so there's plenty of parking.

    The usual goofy neighboring businesses and pan handlers in the Peking lot. But what's inside is better!
    Matt B.

    Better than average menu, economical - reasonable prices that appear not to have risen in the latest inflation surge. Friendly service, tasty tacos, and a Mexican jukebox! Lock your car and take your keys and belongings, but otherwise, enjoy!

    Michelada is a must have...
    Daz G.

    Birria is always on point, goes well with one of their Micheladas...place is always packed...

    Birria dorada
    Lety F.

    Only because my husband liked the birria Everything else was not all that To begin I ordered a negra modelo michelada, the waitress brought a regular modelo michelada, on top of that it was spicy. Like if they poured hot sauce on it. My daughter ordered horchata got agua de Jamaica. The funniest was the omelette... The menu said they had omelettes and my daughter ordered one only egg and cheese. I was asked by 3 different waitress how did we want it, I told them just like I said egg and cheese. I did not like the place.

    Friday epic $1.25 tacos
    Jason L.

    Still a dive in a sketch strip mall but they have some of the very best tacos I have ever had. $1.25 ea at Friday Happy Hour 5 to 7.

    Hevercito R.

    The Birria is Bomb however they close at odd times this week I came 3 different times and it was close I came at 130pm who closed for lunch I came Tuesday at 500pm and they had cleaned up the Plancha and on Wednesday when they have Birria special they closed at 7pm the sign says 9pm don't waste your time driving all the way here call first !! I asked the lady I wanted simple tacos and an order of Birria to go she said no !! I tried !!

    Plain tacos
    Nelly T.

    If I could give this place a zero I would..... got 15 tacos and a order of Birria to have a picnic with my family. Requested my toppings on the side and the waitress that was cleaning the tables outside with gloves came in to put my toppings in some foil using the same damn gloves... the tacos, salsa or Birria have no flavor. Dont waste ur money on this place go to the grocery store next to it and pay half the price for more food. Never again will we take our business to this location.

    roasted goat. Yummy!!!

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    2 months ago

    All way good Birrieria!!! Nice service been eat here sine the 90's back when they where at the the white road location.

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    My favorite place for Birria, micheladas and overall food! Don't let this place fool you its amazing

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    2 years ago

    Food is always great. Love their birrieria. I been going there for years. I'm not in san jose no more definitely stop by when I'm in town.

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    1 year ago

    Best birria ever! Waiters are nice and friendly. Try there birria plate with consume on the side its boom

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    3 years ago

    Muy rica la comida pero el sonido de la música es exagerado,no entiendo porqué tener tanto ruido.

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    This business doesn't give itemized receipts. I don't know how that's even legal, but it's very frustrating to not see how much drinks cost.

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    Still one of our favorite restaurants, even though we don't eat out as much as we used to…read more We came here on Father's Day with a friend visiting from out of town. They have seating out front inside and in the back, but the place was pretty full. Nonetheless, we were seated quickly as we had a reservation. It is a good idea to call ahead and make one. The prices are high, but hopefully all their people are making a good living and the portions are enough for our appetites at least. I had the shrimp enchiladas, and my wife had the vegetarian tacos with a side order of scrambled eggs. There was nearly a mixup as the waiter thought we wanted to order an egg taco and that's considerably more expensive but we got it straightened out with the maitre D. We also shared a Paloma cocktail with which has a pretty color and delightful taste.

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    LUNA Mexican Kitchen

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    (3.2k reviews)
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    I've been wanting to try more Mexican food and stumbled across LUNA. The outside patio seating was…read morepleasant and perfect weather during my visit. As I entered the restaurant there was the aroma of fresh tortillas being made. Upon sitting down I was presented with fresh homemade corn tortilla chips along with two salsas (mild and medium) Tortilla chips were thick with just the right amount of crunch. Tasting the green (mild?) salsa was my favorite. It had a great tomatillo flavor with a creamy spiciness. It was a good reprieve from my main dish. A Paloma was my drink of choice this time. I'll preface this by saying I'm not a fan of tequila but when presented with the cold clay mug rimmed with salt and topped with orange and grapefruit, I was impressed. It was delicious, so refreshing, fragrant, and cold! A nice counterbalance to my meal. Chilaquiles was a dish I wanted to try. They had delicious chips again cooked in salsa verde. Covered with eggs (any style) fresh crema, avocado, and onions the chilaquiles exceeded my expectations. So simple yet so flavorful. Mixing up quantities of ingredients in each bite made for a delicious experience. My favorite element being the sharpness of the onions which cut the richness of the dish. I'm generally not a fan of refried beans but these ones had such a unique and satisfying flavor which complimented the dish well. My server, Luis was very helpful and quick to check in and make sure I was doing okay! I cannot wait to try out their fish tacos and various drinks from the menus next time!

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    - Guacamole  - avocado, jalapeño, onion, cilantro, lime, chicharrones
    - Guacamole - avocado, jalapeño, onion, cilantro, lime, chicharrones
    Bacon Wrapped Camarones - wild jumbo shrimp, bacon, queso Oaxaca, jalapeño, pea shoots, cabbage salad
    Bacon Wrapped Camarones - wild jumbo shrimp, bacon, queso Oaxaca, jalapeño, pea shoots, cabbage salad
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    3.8
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    3 crispy tacos
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