My go to meal here is the Taco Sampler with rice and pozole paired with the pescarita cadillac margarita. Their michelada is great. Nice spot and can get busy. read more

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I went for the first time because Check please reviewed this place. My friend had restrictions due to a oncoming procedure so she asked for certain ingredients to be removed. Food was great I had the special for the day of taco and enchilada. My friend ordered a burrito with meat. When my friend bit into a bone and she pointed it out to the staff. The lady didn't say anything or apologize for that. She had a few more bites of bone and cartilage I was disappointed with how insensitive the staff was. looked irritated. This lady who was in her phone a lot wasn't even friendly. She looked like she was overseeing the cashier. I don't think I'll come back again if that is how they treat customers. read more

Pretty standard tacos. We went for a mix of sí food tacos: breaded halibut, grilled octopus, and breaded scallop. My favorite taco of the three is the octopus! The breaded tacos were crispy, though I mainly tasted the batter moreso than the fish itself. Everything is fresh made to order. With that being said, the breaded items may take some time to prepare. We waited maybe over 30 mins for our tacos to come out. Very cute and colorful restaurant with outdoor seating. read more

Dia de Pesca - Breaded halibut, scallop, and octopus taco - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Came to this place with some friends while doing a food tour of San Jose. The woman at the cash register was nice and helpful. About the food, tacos specifically, because I love great street tacos, this place was kind of a miss for me. My carne asada meat came out like warm straight from the kitchen which is a bad sign, but also lacked any sort of seasoning. Sadly for me if the carne asada isn't good you can already tell where my carnitas is going. 2/5 The carnitas were super dry, did I maybe get the last of the meat from the container? It also came out luke warm from the kitchen. As soon as they dropped it off to the table I tried the meat from my To go container before leaving. 2/5 Maybe I'll give this place another try, but after our first visit it's a little hard for me to justify coming back. Food: 2/5* Ambiance: 3/5* Customer service: 4/5* Note: my rating is on the food itself not anything else. read more

Dia de Pesca - Updated Special Menu, 3 Tacos are $9.75 now and sampler went up in price from $14 - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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We have been here a few times but the last 2 times it hasn't been that great for us. Today we arrived early and they were still wiping down the outdoor tables. However, we were waiting for our friends to arrive and we noticed that the outdoor seating area near the flower pots near the handicap parking area was still wet. Our friend went and got some napkins to dry it off so they can sit down. Upon ordering our friends went first to order upon entering there was a few people in line waiting for someone to come and take their order. I went and placed our order and after it was all done my husband noticed no table marker with a number assigned to our order. When I went in to inquire the girl was a bit confused and basically stated I know what you ordered. I usually order grilled Prawns but I didn't see it pictured in the menu so I order a Shrimp dish in tomato sauce but it didn't meet my expectations as in my previous experience with the grilled shrimp this is my own fault. Our friends also ordered their same fav dish which is Chimichangas and they also said it wasn't as good as in our previous visits there so we will not be returning. Also, for Credit Card charges they do charge a service fee of 3% and it's stated on their Menu just an FYI Cash is preferred and there's a discounted price if paying via cash. read more

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if you are in the mood for some fish tacos, this is the place! You will not be disappointed. They have a great selection of tacos, burritos and plate options on the menu. Their drinks are so fresh! It's a small parking lot, walk up to order and sit. They have inside and outdoor seating. Service is prompt and attentive. It can take longer on weekends as it is a small business. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area! read more

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We came around dinnertime. It wasn't too busy, so we were seated immediately. We ordered fish and chips (with a side of pozole), a si food chimichanga (with breaded halibut), two breaded halibut tacos, two salmon tacos, chips con guacamole y salsa, a regular horchata, and a cold brew horchata. The fish and chips were decent. While the fish and chips themselves are unseasoned, they come with some condiments. The pozole was good; some of the meat in it was tender, but some were tough. The chimichanga was huge! The breaded halibut inside stayed relatively crispy for some time, and overall, it was pretty tasty. I wish there was a little more salsa, though, to help brighten up the flavors. The tacos were pretty decent - the breaded halibut, as it was in the chimichanga, was nice and crispy. The salmon was a little on the drier side, though. The chips were good. The salsa and guacamole are well made, and the chips' crunchiness was a great compliment to the meal. For some reason, we thought the cold brew horchatas would be "horchata brewed in cold water" as opposed to cold brew coffee and horchata. Coffee at dinnertime was certainly a choice for us. In any case, the horchata wasn't that good - too sweet, yet sort of bland. read more

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A delicious Mexican restaurant offering a great variety of seafood dishes with a lovely patio. I love Dia de Pesca's Sí Food tacos, especially their Halibut tacos. Rice and beans are delicious as well. Service explains the menu well and makes our dining experience pleasant. read more

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Lovely place. I am planing to comeback and keep trying more food. I visited with my husband and It was a nice, cute and clean place to seat and enjoy some good food. Place is small but super cute and kind customer service. read more

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Bought for lunch. Got enchilada with red sauce. The sauce was more of a paste not a sauce. Which made the enchiladas dry. Wouldn't go again. read more

Dia de Pesca - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

I came here before and was blown away by how good it was. I ordered slightly different this time and have to say it was pretty average. The service was still great. They're so friendly and it was fast service. They even had some mints so freshen your breath at the end. And the place is still spacious, quaint, and fun. I think the three taco plate turned me off. Primarily the carne asada which was very tough. Too dry because it was burnt. The fish tacos plate combo with rice and beans still rocked. And the guac and chips were good. Slightly too citrusy. read more

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IMHO First time here with my friend. We love trying out new places. This is a very colorful and charming Mexican restaurant that looks like it was once a gas station. I don't know that for a fact but there was a sign above the door that said, "NO SMOKING, STOP YOUR MOTOR". There is a small parking lot that maybe serves 9 spaces. There is both inside and outside dining. The patio tables are tiled and seating spacious. Most of the diners were eating outside on this lovely day. You order and pay at the front counter and take the order number to your table. I paid in cash, which saved me 3%, since I wasn't using credit. Don't forget the tip box!! I ordered the Fish n' Chips special, which came with a salad on the plate. I don't know what my friend ordered, but she loved her grilled taco. You'll just have to look at the pictures! My fish was super tasty and crispy! The gentleman who took our order was probably also the chef. It seemed like a one-man show. That's probably why it took a while for our food to make an appearance. The table we chose also needed to be cleared from the previous diners, but it was the only one left with shade. He apologized when he came to clear. Service was extremely friendly and helpful when asked. My fish n' chips platter came with cocktail sauce, which was a bit spicy for my fries. I didn't want to wait for Humberto to come back out to ask for ketchup, so I went inside. He graciously went into the fridge to get me a chilled squeeze bottle of ketchup! I think my salad had chipotle sauce on it instead of thousand island too. I will definitely return to Dia de Pesca! read more

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Generous portions! I ordered the salmon chimichanga and knew I was going to be taking it home so I chose to get the sauces on the side. The flour tortilla was fried, flakey and buttery. The sauces paired well with the salmon, though I would try the sea bass next time. Nice homey style restaurant and you order and pay at the front. read more

Dia de Pesca - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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The shrimp tacos were tasteless. Charging for the chips and salsa is high way robbery. Luna Mexican restaurant is high end and they don't charge for their chips and salsa. The enchiladas were cold. We won't go back. read more

We had gotten delivery from Dia de Pesca a few times during lockdown but this was the first time I took the bf to actually eat there in person. I ordered the three taco sampler that had a fried fish, a grilled fish, and some kind of meat taco. It came with two side options so I went for rice and beans. Also ordered shrimp ceviche for us to share. The bf got a vegetarian burrito that he said was one of the best vegetarian burritos ever because it had a lot of grilled vegetables inside. I felt like the prices were pretty reasonable and the portion sizes were good. The ceviche had a ton of shrimp! Their outdoor eating area is really special - it seems like you are eating in someone's garden. Lots of plants separating the eating area from the parking lot, and all the tables are colorful. We will definitely return. read more

Dia de Pesca - Three Taco Sampler - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Dia de Pesca is one of our weeknight favorites - my girlfriend from San Diego has said it's her top Mexican food place in the Bay. We always get takeout, and the food is fab. Staff are so nice, and it's great they have sizeable indoor/outdoor dining. We love the sifood burritos and taco sampler. Sooo good! My pic is terrible but we always get too excited to eat right away to take pics. read more

Dia de Pesca - Terrible photo of the sifood burrito and breakfast burrito (regular order) - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Stumbled across this spot and I'm glad I did -- definitely a hidden gem that locals need to check out. I grabbed two tacos: one shrimp and one breaded halibut. The halibut taco? Absolutely fire. Perfectly crispy, flavorful, and well-balanced. Highly recommend that one if you're stopping by. The shrimp taco was good too -- fresh and tasty -- but it was a little light on the meat compared to the halibut. Still worth trying though! Overall, this place has that underrated, hole-in-the-wall vibe with food that seriously delivers. I'll definitely be back to try more off the menu. read more

Dia de Pesca - Taco Sampler - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been coming here for about 10 years and it's had the same flavor and taste as always. My go to is the breaded halibut, the toppings add so much flavor. It's always super delicious. I make the drive from San Mateo but it's worth it. The rice is not good, it's hard and has no flavor but other than that everything was great. The service is good! You order inside and sit yourself wherever available which is nice. They bring your food out and that's the extent of it. I love the outdoor seating area, SJ has such nice weather and sitting in the shade is perfect. Tables are enough far apart to enjoy your meal. read more

Dia de Pesca - Tostada de camarón - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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I would not recommend this place. After placing my order, the server asked if I wanted chips and salsa. I assumed, like at most Mexican restaurants, they would be complimentary. Instead, I was surprised to find out later that I was charged $4 for them. If I wanted to pay for chips and salsa, I would have ordered them upfront. The breakfast burrito was another disappointment. There was barely any steak inside, they filled it with bell peppers, and it came with purple onions that weren't even listed on the menu. The flavor was off and not at all what I was expecting. Overall, the food and experience didn't feel authentic. Sour cream and cheddar cheese in a breakfast burrito should have been my first clue. Definitely not worth the price or the visit. read more

There's that feeling when you pass by a place so many times and when you finally try it you hope it's as good as you've made it out to be in your head...and IT IS THAT GOOD (or better). This is the case with Dia de Pesca. We came here on a sunny day in search of something fresh, healthy, and flavorful. Dia de Pesca delivered with everything! First, the patio is so inviting and they've done an amazing job at transforming a typical parking lot into a plant-packed oasis. The inside is cute too though! Food: My husband ordered the fish tacos and chose one shrimp, one halibut, and one tuna. He loved them all but surprisingly the shrimp were actually his favorite. I got the halibut fajitas and these were so yummy. I like to order fajitas often, but have never seen a fish option. I tried to get them with swordfish but they didn't have any. No matter, the halibut was bomb! I chose refried beans and corn tortillas. It also comes with guacamole, sour cream, rice, and some delicious crunchy veggies on the side. Drinks: We ordered two Micheladas! These came with two shrimps each...so good! You can pay more to have them come with more shrimp. The drink list looked interesting and I want to branch out in the future. Each drink is about $15 regular price and on Mondays they have a 50% off deal for margaritas! Service was friendly. The two staff working were very efficient even when the place filled up. Restroom is very clean. read more

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The 3 enchiladas came cold and the cheese in the middle wasn't melted in the middle and was literally cold cheese. Very disappointing considering what we paid. Better Mexican food at Taco Bell. read more

One line review: Pretty good. I visited my mother in San Jose, and she took me to Dia de Pesca. It was a pleasant visit. We ate on their attractive, spacious patio on a very sunny day. I know hardly anyone still cares about COVID-19 safety, but I still try to eat outside whenever I have the option, and their space is very nice. We each ordered the Seafood Taco Sampler -- three tacos with three different seafood meats and a choice of two 'sides' (beans, rice, salad, pozole). I'm pretty sure one of my tacos was chicken, though it was hard to complain about it since it was also the meatiest of the three. Portions were adequate -- not especially generous. In contrast, the pozole was meaty, and the salad was a good size. We visited on a Monday, so my mom got a $5 margarita -- beautiful and big. Service was friendlier than average and very competent. We appreciated them. Parking was free in their private lot. Bottom line: I would give this 3.5 stars if that were an option and will likely eat here again. read more

Dia de Pesca - seafood taco sampler with salad and pozole - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Absolutely, without question, the worst Fish & Chips I've ever had. And the service was terrible. It took over half an hour to get my order, and then the fish was awful. The breading was thick and doughy, and parts were literally uncooked. The fish inside was under cooked. The fries were soggy. And to top it off, they had no Malt Vinegar. Who serves Fish & Chips with no Malt Vinegar? Their website said they have clam chowder, but when I ordered that, they said they didn't have any. Not going back! read more

I have dined here many times and it has always been good. Something was very off this evening. I will try again and update if things improve. read more

This taqueria is clean, well functioning & has really good fresh food. The service was expedient. My only comment is that no one spoke English & I don't trust my Spanish well enough to order correctly. Not a huge deal, but worth mentioning. On to the food: We had grilled Halibut tacos; chips; salsa; guacamole; bean & cheese burrito; a horchata and margaritas. Everything was so very fresh & delicious! I think I liked the bean & cheese burrito the best. Their flour tortillas seem to be made with butter, not lard. Yum! Halibut was delicious and fresh. Everything needed a dash of salt to us. Definitely recommend this place! read more

Dia de Pesca - Margarita at out door seating - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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How have I not written a review for you his place?! I've been coming to Dia de Pesca for ages... dare I say even before my yelping days! This place is a local legend. It's always in the conversation for top five places to get seafood in San Jose. I've seen this place progressively evolved from the little mobile food stand with makeshift outdoor seating to a full-fledged restaurant. Good for them! The layout is still very quirky, I'm just glad the food is still good. I haven't gotten anything bad here, and I hope it continues to stay that way. #Sifood ~ Enchiladas w/ SiFood (Pulpo) - 4.5/5 Basically a perfect plate of Enchiladas. I think I picked the wrong SiFood tho... I should have gotten Shrimp instead. Nothing wrong with the Octopus, it just needs more of it. ~ SiFOOD Grande Burrito (Scallops) - 4/5 The Burrito was very good, I just feel like Scallops was the wrong choice. It would have been perfect if the scallops were cut into smaller pieces and distributed evenly throughout the burrito. But as it was, I'd get one bite with a bunch of Scallop meat and then several other bites without any Scallops. ~ Chips & Salsa - 4/5 Tasty. Just a solid Chips & Salsa. ~ Agua Fresca: Cucumber & Lime - 4/5 Not a common flavor. refreshing during these toasty summer days. So glad it's not too far from me... read more

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I've always wanted to try this place and finally had the opportunity to. It's a cute restaurant right off the main street and easy to miss if you're just driving by. The parking lot was small with plenty of street parking available. I got the taco sampler, which came with three different types of fish along with pozole and beans for my sides. Our food was quickly served despite how busy it was getting. I enjoyed all my tacos and liked how there was something different in each one. The pozole was very flavorful and not too salty. They gave more than enough beans, which made my entire dish extremely filling. Although the indoor seating area was on the smaller side, there was plenty of shaded outdoor seating to choose from! read more

Food is pretty good. Lots of flavor. Lots of spice. Good fresh seafood. Portions are just average. Price is high. Nice outdoor seating area. Fish and Chips (2): Average. Fish is in very small strips and you don't get much. Fries are a little thicker and not too crispy. Not worth the price. Si Food Burrito w Breaded Halibut (4): This was pretty good. Good flavors. Portion size was just average. Taco Sampler Plate (3): Good sample of Salmon, Asada, and Fish tacos. The tortilla is thicker than I'd like so sort of overpowered the stuff inside the taco. In fact, many bites were dry cause of too much tortilla. The meats were good but not enough for the tortilla. Sauces were decent. Chickenitza Taco (4): This was a pretty good sized taco. The flavor in this one shined through. I think their sauce was top notch. Crab Quesadilla (5): Awesome crab flavor! This one was the favorite of the meal. This one had a decent portion as well. Their Pozole and clam chowder soups were good. The hot sauces they had at the table were good as well. The chips and guacamole was good. Everything was decent. I'd come back but only for a craving. Price will prevent us from making this a regular occurrence. read more

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Great spot for some tacos & burritos! We come here to satisfy the fish taco craving and there's always a yummy Fresca to wash it down. There's a lot of outdoor seating on their patio which is perfect if you've got a lot in tow like a stroller and a pup :) Servings are pretty large for the price and there's a lot of options for meat and non meat eaters! Knocking a star off because it might be tricky for those who are vegan/ have allergies-- I've found the servers don't always know exactly what might be in a dish (ex if there's dairy in the batter used for fish) so just be careful if you have any serious allergies! If not, enjoy the food and friendly staff :) read more

I'm guilty of being a regular at Dia de Pesca by virtue of my proximity, but it's indeed quite a solid stop for comfortable Mexican food. They do have a slight issue with consistency sometimes, so it's hard for me to give full marks overall, but it's hard not to fall back on them just because they're convenient and give quite a great value for the money (as far as food goes). There's a limited amount of parking space by virtue of their private lot, but it tends to fill up at peak hours so you'll be stuck with street parking after. Seating is evenly spread between indoors and outdoors (mostly covered) options so it's a nice casual spot to dine in. They have lots of margarita specials and plenty of tacos, but my go to is the Chickenitza Burrito since it's a lovingly creamy, rice, spiced house chicken mix that I favor from them. I've also had their Chimichanga and it is *quite* the luxuriousness of richness in a package. Generally I've not had quality issues, but sometimes I'll get a dry patch of meat, slightly not fresh produce. Not perfect, but I forgive them for the flaws since it's pretty reasonably priced for what they offer. I do appreciate the option for a whole wheat tortilla though. It just tastes better to me, but I'm probably like the only person that gets them... read more

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Best fish tacos in town !! Regular & daily specials to enjoy Warm & friendly staff. Open, airy atmosphere Outdoor seating is great, especially on a beautiful day . read more

Service was good! The guy was nice and gave a solid overview of options for the breakfast burrito and specified the lean quality chorizo they use. It's good chorizo and overall a good breakfast burrito. Few things: -crispy hashbrown is better than soft diced potatoes -bell peppers were a nice addition but should be uniform in their cut and grilled more (they were a bit crunchy) -way too heavy on the cheese. I think heavy cheese = making up for lack of flavor typically but the chorizo was good. I'd be down to try it again but instead of chorizo, get carne asada and no cheese read more

Dia de Pesca - Inside of a Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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It's a rare café where you can purchase both delicious coffee and fresh seafood, while being kind to your wallet (compared to many places, at least). Everything from the glass chairs (I feel like Cinderella!) to the fresh limes feels intentional. My favorite is the seafood salad which is fresh and there are plenty of fish options, including octopus and seasonal snapper. The cocktails are also delicious, sugar-free, and a nice addition for a girls lunch. It's the ideal spot for relaxing while waiting for your car to be repaired across the street. Thank you! You are a gem! read more

Online fulfillment and customer service needs to be fixed! My family and I normally get take out from here as food quality has been good (hence 2 stars). But the fulfillment has been so inconsistent when ordering through the app. Why take orders over the app when you can't even get it right? And by the time we get home and realize their error, we don't have enough food to go around to the family (absolute inconvenience with little kids) We have to call them to ask about a refund and being met with "we can't because you ordered through the app" was so strange. As make good they said come in next time and just say that (insert name) said owed us a mistake IOU. Sounds old school but we worked with it because again the food was solid. Went back a few days later and they didn't know what we were talking about. But eventually gave in after we described it. Then recently my wife was craving it but I was hesitant, they did the same exact thing with out online order!!! So shame on us for thinking they would have fixed after we talked about it the first time with them and when we claimed our IOU. At least this time they said they would refund it. But it's been over 24 hours and still no refund. Absolutely frustrating experience dealing with them that we will no longer be ordering from them. read more

Amazing Food! Authentic, and homemade style Mexican food. Great place to take your family and friends to grab a bite. They have great service, always willing to help, a variety of yummy items on the menu, and the area is very clean and well maintained. Feels like a food oasis! I ordered the chilaquiles rojos with rice. Also, you can tell their food is great quality by the chips and salsa! 10/10 read more

Dia de Pesca - Chilaquiles Rojos with rice and eggs (breakfast), Michelada, & Cóctel de Camarón - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Nice and cute little restaurant on the corner of a busy street in San Jose Ca. Close to HGWY 880 and close to the famous Valley Fair Shopping mall. The fish tacos were delish. I ordered the Tilapia fish and they were cooked well and big tacos. 2 was enough for me. The chips and salsa were pretty basic. Spicy sauce and chips tasted like they were bought and not made at the facility, The Jamaica drink was ok. Tasted like it was powder mix instead of the real Jamaica plant you boil and strain and then add your sugar to it. Like most Mexican homes make when you are growing up. Some of you know what I am talking about. Over all 4 stars. If the Agua de Jamaica was a TRUE ONE. I would have rated it 5 stars. The young 10 yr old waitress was learning her rope and helping the Familia. It was my 1st time there and I will return to try the Caldo De Pescado and Try the Fish Burritos. read more

Dia de Pesca - Agua De Jamaica, Chips and Salsa and Tilapia fish tacos. - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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My wife and I have been going to Dia de Pesca for at least 12 years. The outdoor cactus and seating and the marquee sign provide a beautiful decor. We LOVE the wide variety of seafood. We also love the large number of dishes on the menu that continues to grow. 6 months ago the restaurant started serving breakfast. Today my son and I tried their breakfast for the first time. We both ordered the chilaquiles with green sauce with sides of grilled prawns and scallops. We had Mexican coffee with it. It was amazing! The service was great and the food was delicious! I used to recommend the local restaurant chain across from Dia de Pesca for breakfast. However, I am thoroughly convinced that Dia de Pesca provides a much better value. read more

Dia de Pesca - Mexican Coffee - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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I recently dined at Día de Pesca and had a fantastic experience! The food was exceptional - I ordered the chimichanga with steak and prawns, and it was absolutely delicious. The portion was massive, so be prepared to share or take some home for later! The ambiance inside was pleasant, with beautiful artwork adorning the walls. However, I would have loved to see a mural or some additional decorative elements to enhance the atmosphere. The outdoor seating area, on the other hand, was lovely, with string lights and umbrellas creating a romantic vibe perfect for a warm day. as a 49ers fan, I was dismayed to see a Raiders table and it's just hard for me to eat at a table i would feel like vomiting on haha The service was adequate, although our server seemed a bit frazzled. Despite this, we didn't receive any attitude or poor treatment, so it didn't detract from our overall experience. Overall, I would definitely recommend Día de Pesca for its tasty food and charming outdoor seating area. read more

Dia de Pesca - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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It's my first time here and let me tell you it's amazing my favorite part was the chile relleno that Melanie was gladly able to accommodate and make it ala carta for my picky person (me) my son got the chilaquiles and the steak and the sauce everything was so delicious thank you so much for the service Carlos will definitely be back p.s they have Banda Fridays !! One Friday yes and one Friday no !! Es mi primera vez aquí y déjame decirte es increíble me encantó my parte favorita fue el chile relleno que Melanie con mucho gusto pudo modificar mi plato y hacerlo ala carta para ami que soy muy picky .mi hijo agarró los chilaquiles con asada y la salsa y todo estaba muy delicioso muchas gracias por el servicio Carlos definitivamente regresaremos p.s tienen banda los viernes !! Un viernes si y otro no !! read more

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We came here for lunch with our dog Zoey, and had a very nice experience. You order inside and they bring the food to your table. There are inside as well as outside tables. My husband had the 3 taco plate special. It comes with two sides, and he chose salad and pozole. He ate the whole thing. I had a veggie chimichanga, and it was huge. I ate close to half. It was very tasty. It had a slight bit of bite or spice to it, which I would have preferred to do without, but it was not enough to ruin the taste for me. We would definitely go back. read more

Dia de Pesca - Veggie chimichanga - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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