We came here for a late dinner. My friend had been here before but it was my first time. Plenty of parking right out front. Greeted at the door and got in the requested area to sit. A big, bright bar is off to the right as you walk in. The decor is very nice, Mexican but better than most places. The chips and salsa came quickly. I like the salsa, different than most places, not too spicy. We ordered a combo that had an enchilada, burrito, quesadilla, rice and refried beans. There is a choice of ground beef, chicken or cheese. There is burrito had an unusual sauce, but I liked it. The quesadilla had a decent amount of cheese and chicken. A big serving of rice and beans and the chips went well with it all. Service was prompt and a manager came to check on us as well as our great waitress. We will return. read more

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Absolutely love Jose and Sons! My family has been going here since way back when they went by El Rodeo. They've done an excellent job at both keeping the classics around and also refreshing the menu and the space. This is one of my all time favorite restaurants in Raleigh. The staff is wonderful, the food is excellent, the nostalgia is set, and the drinks are strong ;) If you have a dinner date with a few people, make sure you get the margarita tower...you won't regret it! read more

Jose and Sons - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

A cut above the rest. The Cadillac margarita was an excellent choice to pair with my quesadilla. The trio of queso, guacamole, and pimento cheese made for a great start to the evening spent celebrating with coworkers. It has become one of my new favorite Mexican restaurants in the Triangle area. read more

Jose and Sons - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Still five stars for the food, service and overall wonderfulness that's José and Sons. Came here to to add that you'll probably never get a better plate of chicken enchilada suizas than what they have here. You'll wish there were four or five to an order. Heavenly. read more

Jose and Sons - The chicken Enchiladas Suizas. Best in the area. - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

My daughter and I used to come here for dad-daughter date nights while she was growing up, back when this place was called El Rodeo. A manager of mine once warned me to make more time for my kids, as I was working constantly, and this became our special place for years. We shared countless meals, conversations, and memories here before she grew up and moved away for college and grad school. Life moved on, and I lost track of the place for a while. When I rediscovered Jose and Sons in 2024, I was happy to see that it had evolved while still keeping the same welcoming spirit. The ambiance is just as thoughtful, and the Tex-Mex flavors remain excellent--enchiladas and black beans are still my go-to. Most recently, we gathered here after my daughter's funeral. It was one of the hardest days of my life, but there was something deeply comforting about returning to the restaurant that had been such an important part of our time together. Sitting in the same type of space where we had shared so many meals, I felt her presence. I later learned from an employee, Daniel, that after reading my initial review and seeing my request to hold the meal here, he personally took it upon himself to make sure it happened. He even brought in his father to ensure that our group of 70+ people could be accommodated smoothly on a busy Sunday. That level of personal care and kindness is rare and deeply appreciated. The service, as always, was warm and attentive. The team here may not know it, but this restaurant holds so many cherished memories for me. I will continue coming back, not just for the great food, but because of the special place it holds in my heart. Thank you, Jose and Sons, and thank you, Daniel, for making this moment possible. read more

We had another great meal tonight! Daniel was our server and he recommend an off the menu item: the Peach Addictive Margarita Shaker. The drink was sweet, refreshing, and super smooth... so I can see why they call it addictive! I had Tiras De Pollo, one of my go-tos, and it was delicious as always. The chipotle cream sauce that comes on this dish is full of flavor. read more

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Hole in the wall Mexican place. Small. It wasn't busy at all. Service was fast. Food decent no complaints definitely had better. The veggie Acp was okay, so many random veggies you wouldn't think would be in (broccoli, mushrooms, tricolored bell peppers, zucchini, onions) it was too much personally. The corn tortillas are not good at all, they lack flavor. The drinks were light and pretty steep for amount. I would recommend for something quick and easy but not for food. read more

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Their food is good - not overly seasoned or greasy. We often pop by for a quick and reliable meal. Service has a lot to be desired, but if you flag someone down they're more than happy to help! read more

A quiet night sitting at the bar. Tacos and cold beer,chips and salsa. A wonderful place good food and service Happy to have found it.

Everything about this place speaks " Mexico". Welcoming ambiance, great attention from the staff, and the table-side guacamole was excellent. I encourage you to give that a try! My wife and I arrived relatively early for dinner and things were heating up before we finished, but I seriously doubt that it would diminish your experience. Definitely will get back to Jose and Sons to sample more on the menu. read more

Had a great experience at Jose and Sons! We visited on a Friday night and it was busy, but we were seated quickly. The staff were so nice and checked on us often. We started with some drinks which were very good! I ordered the shrimp blt tacos. They were ok, the bacon was a bit hard which threw the tacos off a bit. But the rice and beans it came with were good. My husband got the fajitas and he liked them! The portion sizes were also great for the price. read more

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Jose and Sons is a beautiful restaurant that's lively and fun with dining in a multi-room dining room or at the bar. The service was excellent and the drinks were sensational. Sadly, the food was mediocre, at best. It's a shame...we loved the restaurant. But based on the quality of the food, it's u likely we'll be back. read more

We got a burrito with avocado on top and a virgin strawberry daiquiri to drink. It was sooooo good! Portion size was great. After munching on chips and splitting an appetizer, we just shared the burrito. read more

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Had mixed experiences here. First visit last year we loved it - everything was delicious. Second time this week was meh. Our order got messed up and took forever, and a couple dishes were kinda bland and average. Might give it a third time, but might also try elsewhere. FWIW the Cadillac Margarita is great. read more

After looking for a great place to take my daughter for a quick lunch, I came across Jose and Sons. We arrived soon as they opened and was greeted by the host and the server. She gave us a lot of recommendations for drinks based on our preference. Since they are well known for their drinks. I went with the princess mango drink. It was really yummy and filled with flavor. I was definitely tipsy and ready to eat after a few sips. For my entrée I went with the chef picnic a variety of good authentic food. I felt like I was at a BBQ tasting the best things from the chef. Lol, my husband and daughter also enjoyed their meal, too. I loved how decor went with the food and drinks a great balance. They have plenty of parking right in front, so no stress there. I can't wait to go back and try something new. read more

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Big fan of Cortez and was excited to try their sister restaurant. No wait for our party of 4 on a Saturday night (though it was a holiday weekend). La vampira margarita was too sweet, but the food was really good. I tried: + Queso dip + Fresh guacamole + Battered fish tacos + Flautas de pollo The guacamole was the standout, though everything was great. Huge portions, too! read more

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I enjoyed Jose and Sons. They offer a fun atmosphere that features talented bartenders at the cantina. I treated my mom and daughter to drinks & dinner to celebrate her birthday this evening. This place was jam packed. We really enjoyed the music, the decor and plentiful menu. My mom enjoyed a Tamarica Margarita from the Skinny Margarita menu which is less sugar. It featured los vecinos mezcal, tamarind, agave nectar & fresh lime juice, we also had the pimento queso dip with their delicious tortilla chips. If you don't know, now you know, they have the best chips. There is nothing like them. I decided on the Al pastor tacos, my daughter enjoyed the Gouda Queso Mac n cheese and my mom had shrimp fajitas. The dishes were a bit underwhelming. The Mac & cheese was the hit. The fajitas were lacking in flavor and the Al pastor tacos were soggy. Bad tortillas. My Horchata was not good either. They really lost points for me when I was not offered dessert, and the table was never cleared. They need more waitstaff. I asked if they do anything special for birthdays. I was offered a birthday shot of tequila for my 68 yr old mother with a serenade from the wait staff. Unfortunately, the waitress returned and I was told that the wait staff was too busy to sing for the birthday girl. Very disappointing. Luckily, I planned for cake at home. I would return most definitely for cocktails, chips and vibes at the cantina but I will pass on dinner here again. read more

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Bass heavy music at times more associated with hyper trendy locations interfering with the general atmosphere. The food and staff were great though and they were able to make ,e a good Mexican mojito at the bar which is always a good sign. They also have a few signature and unique drinks that make this location a bit more interesting. I would say the dishes are a bit Americanized, meaning that the level of spiciness is reduced but the diversity of the dish is increased over a typical restaurant in Mexico. The crowd was a mix but seem primarily groups or families during my visit and there was still plenty of parking with a low wait time for both food and to be seated. read more

It had been several months since I was last here, and unfortunately, the food was less than appealing when brought to the table. Both the beef and shrimp tacos looked haphazardly thrown on the plate on top of street tacos with a couple of pieces of lettuce. Seasoning was lacking and overall, it just looked like they didn't care. The only positive thing I can say about the experience was our waiter who is very friendly and attentive, but I don't see myself going back there again anytime soon when there are so many other Mexican restaurants available read more

I ate here at lunch yesterday. I've been to this restaurant probably 5 times, and the food is GREAT. Although, yesterday the service really disappointed me. I sat with my sister, ordered drinks and a queso and the queso took way too long to come out. Whatever that's okay. Then I ordered the birria egg rolls. She seemed really confused (the server). About 15 minutes later I ordered another queso. It never came. Then after about 40 minutes, the food runner brought out a quesadilla. Again, not that big of a deal but annoying. I waited another 10 minutes and got my egg rolls. My second queso never came. I was honestly just annoyed with the service at this point and decided to get the check and leave. That whole process took another 20 minutes. Guess I'll stick to ordering to-go food or sitting at the bar. Again, food is great but the service was not on this day. read more

This place is not a place you want to order takeout from. Every time I order takeout I have to check my order, and every time it is messed up. Every. Single. Time. It is hard to check because they quadruple knot the bag which means you have time tear the bag apart to look at your order. If they have to correct the order they will not give you a new bag. The food itself is good but when they get it wrong it's kinda hard to enjoy the rest because it's cold from waiting for the other order to be corrected. I ordered the Cali Burrito with Chicken which had no chicken. You can't tell until you bite into of meat is in it but no meat this time. The other order called for no beans and they had beans lots and lots of beans even the rocket said NO BEANS. Never get takeout from this place. read more

Perfection, highly recommend the shrimp quesadilla, or anything else with shrimp. The guacamole is worth the $10. The service was very good, really quick. Enjoyed the food and experience. I love the decor, it was to die for. I'll be back! read more

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Great fun spot for a group of friends looking for good margaritas and the classics done well! Everything was solid and the staff were great and helpful. Good local spot. read more

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Watch out, I found a razor blade inside my Burrito food eating with a friend, and they quickly took my plate from the table and covered it up like nothing has happened. read more

I had high hopes for Jose and Sons, but the food was a real disappointment. Service was good--our server was friendly and attentive--and the atmosphere was okay, though nothing standout. I ordered an enchilada and a burrito, expecting the rojo or salsa verde on the enchilada as the menu described. Instead, it came covered in mole sauce, which I never expected or would have chosen. The rojo sauce on the burrito tasted like plain tomato sauce with no depth or seasoning. The rice was dry and flavorless, and the beans were a very odd red-orange color with an unusual taste that didn't sit right. I ended up leaving more than half the food on my plate. Definitely not the experience I was hoping for, and I won't be back. read more

Overall a good meal, and friendly order pickup service. The fish tacos' flavor profile was fantastic. I would have preferred the fish be more crispy but other than that, it was a great bite. Next time I'll dine in. read more

Came here for a ladies night and as soon as you enter you notice the amazing decor and ambience at the front. There are some amazing French style windows and plants, the entrance was gorgeous. As for drinks/food, we ordered the following: pica pina - the yummiest pineapple margarita I've ever had. So good! pica mango - very similar tasting to pica pina, but if you love mango then go for this drink. It is on the sweeter side but still so good Dolly Parton: this came in a shaker. It had the perfect level of Tarte to alcohol ratio. Very good as well! Apps: dip sampler (shared): the cheese dip was my favorite. But they were all good and tasty Brussels sprouts (shared): this was too tarty for my liking. It had an over powering taste of vinegar. We couldn't have more than 1-2 bites each. Entree: -Jibarito Plantainwich (with chicken) - really good, the chicken was well cooked and seasoned. The plantain part was a little dry but definitely a different combo. It comes with a side of beans and rice - Enchilada suiza - this was also really good, it had a little kick to it but still tasty - J&S bowl: also good, the broccoli seemed to be seasoned too much with salt. Overall taste was good! Overall the drinks were SO GOOD. Food was also good but some dishes had extra salt or tarty flavor which was overpowering, Eg Brussel sprouts Service could have been better. We had to remind our server multiple times about water and a few other things we requested. My dish came last as the kitchen had messed up. read more

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Perfect. I'll be back. Amazing food. Highly recommend any quesadilla. The guacamole was perfect. The cheese dips were just amazing. The scenery was great. You really get the full Mexican experience. It looks like it was pulled straight out from the wild west. The service was quick and speedy. They deserve a big tip. read more

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On Thursday April 13th 2023 my sister, my wife, and I Stopped in to have Dinner at Jose and Sons. The Ambiance and the decor is the best thing about this restaurant. (I think this restaurant had a different name at one point) Ok let's get it into the review. The Chips were flavorless. No salt. The Salsa was thick and just not good. You can get better Chips and Salsa at the grocery store. Next I ordered the street corn and a sparkling water. My wife ordered a Strawberry Mojito and my sister ordered a Margarita. The Street corn came out warm but, had to much extra stuff on to enjoy it. The corn had way too much creamy mayo sauce, and our waitress who I think was new didn't bring any napkins to the table. Two pieces of street corn came with this order, I took a couple bites of one but, it was just too messy. No one at the table wanted to try the other one. The Sparkling water... the waitress didn't know which brand of sparkling water they carried so another person (I think she was a waitress too) brought a bottle to the table. It was Mineragua Sparkling Water which was good since this is what I drink at home. The Strawberry Mojito my wife ordered was Way Too Sweet, she took a sip and almost spit it out. We got this taken off the bill. The Margarita my sister ordered had too much Alcohol in it for her to enjoy. She didn't send it back, she just let it sit on the table and didn't drink anymore of it. The Food I Ordered Chicken Fajitas which came out without the sizzling sound... I thought all fajitas sizzled when being delivered to the table. My meal was ok, I just ate the chicken. If I had to score this on a scale of 1 - 10 I would give it a 4. My wife ordered grilled shrimp tacos. She said it was okay... When my wife says something is okay that means she doesn't like it. She managed to eat one of the two she ordered. My sister ordered the AP chicken (I think this was the name) she ate a couple of bites of her dinner. I think she felt bad because she picked this restaurant for us to eat at (She's not allowed to pick for the rest of the year)! Overall we didn't like Jose and Sons. The food doesn't match the prices. Overpriced and not good. I think eating here is a waste of time and money. There's better options in Raleigh and Durham. You could make better Mexican food at home. I wouldn't recommend Jose and Sons. read more

Such a cute place and I loved their trailing plants! We got the tamarind skinny margarita and a mango-colada and I was very happy with both. Honestly, one of the best drinks I've had in awhile. You can hardly taste the alcohol but it's definitely there. We went on Sunday morning around 11 so business was slow and our server was attentive. read more

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Jose and Son's was actually recommended by an employee at Spectrum when I went to turn in my boxes. He said that he goes there almost everyday and loves the food. I decided to check it out and was warmly greeted by the staff and received wonderful service. I decided to get their BBQ mole chicken tacos and a jumbo house margarita to wash it down. While I waited for my drink I munched on their amazing chips and salsa. The chips were crispy and so crunchy and the salsa is chunky just like I like it! The margarita was not super sweet or strong, but light and refreshing. Now to these tacos, wow, wow, and wow again. The tacos are full of so much flavor with the chicken and the tortillas being lightly grilled. The grill taste really enhanced the flavor of the entire taco. Every bite was so juicy and so full of flavor, I did not want to stop! You will want to keep eating these tacos. They will change your life. Do not sleep on Jose and Son's! This is a definite must stop when near the airport or Crabtree areas. read more

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This place is a solid 3 or maybe a 3.5. The atmosphere is great here - a good place to come after work with friends, or with family. The service was pleasant and attentive. Their chips and salsa were very good, and their cocktails were made well - a perfect balance between alcohol and fruit/sweetness. The main food was good - not great. I ordered the shrimp a la diabla (which is something I have probably ordered over 100 times across the country) and it was not as spicey as that dish normally is, and the beans were also a bit lack-luster. I would come here again if my friends wanted to, but this wouldn't be my first choice. read more

Came back on a Friday night and this place was packed. Thank god for reservations for larger parties. Service was a bit better this time, more prompt and available. However I was so upset that the food quality went down! Especially my favorite pork belly tacos . The portion was much much smaller this time (compared the photos and you'll see) and I was told I cannot order a la carte ! read more

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So I first went to a place, turns out it was in the mall. I searched Yelp and found this place. The food is DELICIOUS!! The service started out a little slow, but then got way better and the food more than made up for the slow start! I had the Carnitas enchiladas and they were FIRE!! My eyes were bigger than my belly on the beer, but the 36 ounce draught fin alt went down too! Cold beer, great food, you cannot go wrong here!! read more

Jose and Sons - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Great mexican restaurant with cool and eclectic decor. There was no wait; our server was very friendly and attentive. We tried the dip sampler- delicious! Also our meals were great. The brisket barbacoa was a great twist of southern and mexican flavors. The pork belly tacos were awesome! Huge portions, left with meals for tomorrow :) Everything was excellent! read more

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Been here a couple times now for dinner. The drink menu has a variety of options, including several margarita flavors. My favorite was the Viva la pina which is pineapple jalapeño. this was a great combo of sweet and spicy. I also tried the blood orange basil marg. It was good, but wish the basil flavor came through more. A friend tried the strawberry mango marg and this was way too sweet and artificial tasting for us and probably wouldn't get thag particular flavor again. The food was delicious! We tried the dip sampler, which comes with queso, guac, and pimento cheese dip and all were tasty. The pimento dip was my fav though. I ordered the Brussel sprouts tacos. I wish it had more crema or sauce but the sprouts themselves were very well flavored. The tacos also comes with a side of rice and black beans which makes this meal very filling. Portions are large so come hungry! read more

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Not good, I eat Mexican a lot and this was one of the worst Mexican food meals I've had in a long time. Margaritas tasted like orange juice - terrible! Fajitas were bland with no flavor as was the rest of the side items. I ate at the bar and it took the bartender more than five minutes to come over to me and I was the only one there! Couldn't speak English well either which made it difficult. Overall bad experience. read more

This place gave me moldy grapes, refused to give me a different side, and then ignored our table. DO NOT COME. MY SISTER GOT FOOD POISONING FROM THE QUESO. VERY BAD FOOD. Ambiance was okay. 5/10. the vibes were better than the food. read more

We stopped in for lunch in the noon hour on a Saturday, having long loved the prior Downtown location. The upfit is fantastic, far from what you'd expect from the shopping center exterior. We sat at the bar and had ok service, but the server was away for long periods leaving us to fend for ourselves for napkins, etc. I, personally, was disappointed to find very little for vegetarian options on the menu save for fried Brussels tacos, and would have preferred a lunch or brunch menu to order from as dinner was much more than we needed at this early hour. The plus side? Heading home with lots of leftovers. Quality was great for the food and beverage selections, just wish the menu was a more appropriate for the time of day and dietary restrictions. read more

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We eat at Jose and Sons a good bit. Last 2 times ordered take out for 5 of us. Usually 2 large queso and 2 Guac apps with our meals. Both times we were given 1 small bag of chips. First time didn't realize it until we were already home and had to run back out to Teeter and get Tostitos, second time the hostess refused and said we had to pay $2 per bag if we wanted more. Also stated you only get 1 small bag of chips per entire order, not 1 small bag per dip. We think this is crazy, hopefully the manager sees this and changes it but absolutely ridiculous. Also this is probably the first negative review I've ever wrote but the small bag of chips for 4 dips is crazy read more

Jose and Sons - Single bag of chips for entire order which included 2 queso and 2 guac - New American Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina