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

The service in this restaurant was atrocious!! The food had a very strong and bad smell. There were 8 in our party and no one ate the food because it was so bad. At the end of the service the worker with blonde yellow hair was completely unprofessional and rude! The waitress had brought the checklist with a total of $189 and some change and came back with a completely different receipt that had charged $298 and some change . Once brought up to her attention she completely changed her demeanor and started yelling at us and being rude talking to us as if we were stupid. In no point did we want to argue with the waitress but she completely snapped and was making us do the calculations on our phone as if it was our job to do the calculations.At the end we just ended up paying the balance we were so uncomfortable. The waitress then proceeds to say that we were all "Pendejos" and my nephew that is 9years old was present. This place is vulgar and will not be back again. Watch out going to places like this around your children and if you want a nice pleasant experience. If I could give zero stars I would. read more

Birrieria Tepa - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

they gave me bad food the birria was not good they gave me terrible sirves and they wanted to steal from me

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

I have been coming here for years Food and service is good . The only thing I'd that it's very outdated but it doesn't really bother me since the service and food is great read more

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 It is Chivo (goat) However the restaurant environment and theme feels outdated and the music is loud like a cantina.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. read more

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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.

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! read more

Birrieria Tepa - The usual goofy neighboring businesses and pan handlers in the Peking lot. But what's inside is better! - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

If I could I would give this place 0 stars I would !! Horrible service! Horrible food!! Asada tasted like teriyaki! And was old! Still wanted us to pay for it. The Menudo was old and smelled like it was not washed right! Son ordered a burrito and they put stuff that was not on the ingredients on the menu and got upset when we told them it was wrong. ( huge safety concern for people that might bite into something they are allergic to.) I asked for manager and they told me they do not have a manager. If that is true it really shows, I am a manager and I would be embarrassed if my place was ran like this. It's no wonder why the place was so empty. Don't be fooled this is not what Mexican food should taste like. read more

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

This is by far one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Bay Area, the flavor is pretty accurate and their birria and hand made tortillas is unmatched. They also have menudo on the weekends! The staff is hard working and always has a smile on their face, I've been coming 6 years and I've never had a complaint or anything, only good memories from this place and their food. read more

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

Birrieria Tepa - Michelada is a must have... - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Worst damn service ever messed up my order three times said I was highly allergic to avocado and they still put it in my burrito multiple times. Then when another person order chicken from my table cause they can eat beef they gave her beef and she didn't know till we checked would not recommend ever going here their service got worse over time. Heard it was good but no it's not never again will I ever come here if someone recommends it don't come there's better places like tres Reyes across the street read more

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. read more

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Horrible service today. We called in order at 11AM and arrived at 11:20. Waited...and waited. People arrived after us, got seated and left. People that ordered to go left before us. I asked cashier at 12 why it was taking so long. She said they "were busy" and tried to brush me off. I let her know we called it in at 11. Now it's over an hour later. She didn't seem to care. I asked for a credit or something for the inconvenience, she said "I already charged you" There was no customer service. I guess she did try to ask a manager/owner what they can do. 1:20 minutes later, our food was ready. They offered a birria for the mishap. No thanks. I told her "I know it's only $60 for you guys, but we definitely won't be back." -- Servicio horrible hoy. Llame la orden a las 11 am y llegamos a las 11:20. Esperó ... y esperó. La gente llegó después de nosotros, se sentaron y se fueron. Gente que ordenó para llevar se fue antes que nosotros. Le pregunté a la cajera a las 12 por qué estaba tardando tanto. Ella dijo que "estaban ocupados" y trató de ignorarme. Le hice saber que llamamos para hacer nuestra orden a las 11. Ya a pasado más de una hora. A ella no le parecía importarle. Le pedí un crédito o algo por las molestias, ella dijo "Ya te cobré". No había servicio al cliente. Supongo que intentó preguntarle a un gerente / propietario qué pueden hacer. 1:20 minutos después, nuestra comida estaba lista. Ofrecieron una birria por el percance. No, gracias. Le dije: "Sé que solo son $60 para ustedes, pero definitivamente no volveremos". read more

Excellent service and great food. We came for a menudo and pozole and let me tell you I highly recommend this too. The waitresses are so nice and friendly. Thank you read more

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. read more

Birrieria Tepa - Friday epic $1.25 tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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

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 !! read more

Birrieria Tepa - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Running an errand on a Saturday morning, I caught the scent of delicious birria. Walked up to the door and was very pleased to see the restaurant taking all precautions during these trying times. I felt safe enough to order the birria dorada plate that came with a good portion of rice and beans on the side as well as hand made tortillas. The meat while crispy was juicy, the consume was also savory. Everything from this order was amazing. My best wishes to this amazing hidden gem. I will be basting about this meal for years to come. See you tomorrow for another round! read more

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. read more

Birrieria Tepa - Plain tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

what i ordered... birria or roasted goat that came with goat broth and tortilla's birria.... great, goat meat was perfectly seasoned and roasted with not much of that peculiar gamey taste and of good amount (almost good for 2 people) broth... was ok, a bit gamey and needed a lot of seasoning which came on the side tortillas... good, homemade ambiance... good (clean and spacious) service... good (nice and did check me out once) cost... $$- (fair) read more

Birrieria Tepa - roasted goat. Yummy!!! - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

I didn't notice on my first visit that this place is across the street from a cemetery! So maybe if you're superstitious that could be a factor against visiting, but otherwise, it's definitely now my go-to birria place in the bay area. I like the traditional birria with stewed meat in broth, but they also have grilled/separate and it's all good. The birria is really flavorful and hearty and served up fast & piping hot. I try to eat fast before it cools down, but it's still pretty good even if I'm too slow. They take cards but there's nowhere to add tip. I don't usually carry cash, so that was awkward... Must remember to bring extra cash the next time I go. read more

DOLLAR TACOS M T R F?! 6+ choices of meat you can select from? I AM a fan! If it wasn't for the autoshops in the back of the plaza, I wouldn't have discovered this spot. The tacos are pretty good for a dollar. My favorite meat to get here is the spicy pork... and when they say spicy.. they aren't lying. I thought it was maybe because of my low tolerance of spice, but when my friend tried it too, his nose started running. Their complimentary chips&salsa is also actually pretty spicy. Last I checked, they still have their 2 for 1 Wednesdays deal! mMm read more

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Food is great here and the girls that work there are very friendly. My favorite dish is birria. I had order it few times and it's always good .I also tried the burritos and they are very tasty.the only thing that I personally don't enjoy it's the loud music while I'm eating . read more

The foods was good. The only thing i didn't like is that they didn't have a taco plate. ..so i had to buy a side of rice and beans =( overall, I'd return, the bill was under 20 bucks. They didn't have the Program to tip with bill tho. .. read more

Birrieria Tepa - My tacos and side of rice - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

I give it 3 stars because they are awfully rude the girls there a terrible at costumer service. I've been going there and give them a chance since I can understand they are probably overwhelmed or something person is happening. But I've noticed the girls just are rude. I call to make and order and the lady taking my order tells me what do I want and I tell her and she just hangs ups. Like I would like to know if there's a wait, or even order maybe a drink nothing just hangs up. And when I get there she ignores me and leaves comes back and talks to some man and then goes what can help you with. Si i told her I ordered something on the phone and she complains why didn't I give a name. Idk if this only happens to me but these girls maybe need a break some therapy or maybe some Dick! Be nice that we as costumers are paying for you to work. read more

This place has the best birria in San Jose. It's been a staple for years and remains a great place on weekend mornings. They also have specials on Wednesday's and Thursday. Def a must when you're in ESSJ read more

My little sister had ordered a burrito and after she took a bite in it she had seen that there was a ROACH stuffed inside of the burrito. This is completely disgusting and I hope that this place gets shut down ASAP. If I could give this place a negative amount of stars I would. We're still in complete disgust! read more

Birrieria Tepa - ROACH INSIDE OF BURRITO !!!! - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

No thank and no thank you! Went here because "friends" recommended this place. Very disappointing with the food. The menudo was so slimy that it could be swallowed and chewed. Yuck The Birria is what they are known for and that was disappointing too. It was bland but we also ordered a quesadilla with the birria and that was burnt. Dry as can be. I ordered chorizo and egg and it was burnt too. I don't like to eat burnt chorizo ever. It was as if they scraped the burnt chorizo off the skillet and mixed it egg. The enchiladas sauce was so watered down that the sauce barely had color and you were left with a wet watery tortilla with cheese inside to eat. Yuck Definitely never going back. read more

My son picked this place because it was convenient to where he wanted to go shopping but it is phenomenal food truly authentic Mexican food and the chips and salsa are to die for. East San Jose best! read more

Birrieria Tepa - Tracy 5 enchiladas one of each flavor everyone was great - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Best traditional birria de chivo there is!!!!! The tortillas are hand made and the Aguas frescas fresh everyday. The service is fantastic! A place for the whole family to eat. They have a kids menu and they kids love it! read more

The chili verde and Chile Colorado are wonderful. All the locals seem to go here. They primarily speek spanish. read more

Birrieria Tepa - Chile Colorado - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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This was my go to Birria spot when I lived in SJ. Their Birria plate with handmade tortillas is so amazing! The service could definitely improve. read more

Looking for some tasty Mexican breakfast stop here. My husband brought me awhile back to this place and I ordered posole. One time he ordered huevos a la Mexicana and I was like hmm... Then, he told me to try it and I was like delicious. This is my favorite go to for Mexican breakfast comes with the eggs, potatoes, beans and tortillas. Prices are affordable and this plate costs $10. I plan to go try there tacos sometime and I'll update here once I do. The establishment is comfortable, nice staff, and occassionally patrons put on the jukebox. Today a customer put on Ramon Ayala and it was a great addition to my breakfast and of course a orange Jarito :) read more

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.

This was my first try at birria since moving from LA where you can shut your eyes, throw a beer bottle and probably hit a birrieria. Delicious birria con hueso en consomé. The tortillas are warm, soft and fresh. It's nice that when you order birria you can get unlimited "refills" of the broth, tortillas, cebolla y cilantro. You should because I think it's slightly overpriced, but shoo' everything is now right? La torta de birria is tasty. If you're fairly new to carne de chivo and don't want to be overwhelmed with goatness then it's a good choice. The service is fast and attentive. The atmosphere is authentic, casual and I don't know about Michelle B. saying that guys will stare at you. I guess it depends on when you come and what you're wearing. This place gets 4 BEAAAAHHHs from me. It's not as good as the birria in Jalisco, but that's not a fair comparison. Foodies and hipsters stay out of here because you guys ruin everything. read more

Love this spot! Finding a good birria spot in San Jose can be tricky as every place does it different, but the birria here is great. The staff is also very friendly and has great service. As for the covid side of things you order and pay first and then you sit outside 6ft away from everyone else. Lastly, if you come here YOU HAVE TO order the agua de horchata. Everyone I know that has been here has agreed with me thats its the best agua de horchata I've ever tried. read more

This place is HELLA Mexican! If you're a girl and you don't mind the possibility of guys starring at you while you eat great delicious food, then eat here! Seriously, the food is great. The waitresses are Bilingual, chips and salsa are complementary and the service is attentive and fast. It's a Birrieria, so try their Birria... it won't disappoint. The Horchata is also fantastic with a chocolate/cinnamon flavor. I can't remember exactly what I ate here, but the refried beans really stand out in my mind as stellar. So if your meal doesn't come with beans, I suggest you get a side! read more

The birria is sooo good, you can order it "wet" in a bowl with broth or "dry" the meat on a side plate and the broth in a bowl or "grilled" they grill the meat after its cooked to give it a different flavoring. HAND MADE TORTILLAS-----UNLIMITED!!!!! yea need i say more? The waitresses are nice, good place to take the family for a nice lunch WEDNESDAYS are BOGO! buy one get one freeeeee :) go here go now...yummy yummy and try the horchata water read more