Came in to Mendoza's Taqueria and service was just ok. No greeting and we were walked over to our table. Red flag, restaurant was pretty much empty and ambiance was like the sound of crickets. Came in for the enchiladas michuacanas because I had been craving them. Placed my order for drinks and food, then waited. DRINKS Jarrito orange flavored, always good Horchata was a generous size but too sweet for my liking so added some water. FOOD Enchiladas and fried chicken. Enchiladas were ok needed seasoning and some heat, spice. Fried chicken was dry and bland. The entrée was really lacking in seasoning and flavor. Enchiladas and cecina, dry meat. Again, enchiladas were just ok they really lacked seasoning and flavor. Cecina was ok. Ordered some ochepos, corn tamales, only because customers kept coming in and ordering in large quantities. I thought oh they must be good. Ordered 4 to go and I was excited to try them. Boy was I disappointed, they were very doughy and dry, not what I expected. I prefer a fluffy and moist ochepo. TIP Keep mop & bucket out of view of your customers who are dining near by, it's not what we want to look at while eating. read more

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Good tacos, tamales, Birria and great customer services , I've been coming here for over 10 years and quality is been great , strongly recommended the enchiladas michoacanas and huchepos read more

Love this place. Very authentic and delicious food. Food tradicional from Apatzingan, Michoacán. I live there huchepos (corn Tamales) and the morisqueta too. We went on a Wednesday afternoon and it was pretty empty and quiet, our food came out quick. But during the weekends it does get pretty much with live music etc. food portions are pretty big. read more

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Worst tacos you'll ever eat ,,, they gave me all the sides my cilantro and onion in a big plastic bag tied up gave me my Tacos plain when I asked for everything on them lol read more

Pedi 3 orderes de Enchiladas Michoacanas 2 de pollo y 1 de Bistec. No se que paso los 3 Plato's los Dejamos, La cebolla adentro estaba bieja, el Pollo Sin Sal, Page Los $77.00 Por las 2 aguas y Plato's. Por Favor Cambien el Aceite, Sabian muy mal. Le dige Al senor que el se prepare y las pruebe. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Menudo broth was tasty tripe was tender Carne asada plate stacked and great flavor Sopa de Res excellent homemade tortillas service with a smile Ive had alot of bad menudo in San Jose finally found a SPOT!!!!! read more

Best best best enchiladas Michoacánas ever!!! Service is always great here and ambiance is always nice and upbeat. I've tried many locations for enchiladas but always end up coming here instead. Amazing. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Enchiladas Michoacánas de Pollo - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Authentic Mexican food. Not a fan of the music but the food is so good it's worth it read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Molcajete de asada y pollo - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Let's go started with the enchiladas MICHOACANAS are not really enchiladas! No taste, no like in Michoacán nothing at all! The enchiladas have to be soft not crispy! I have years not eating here and I know never come back again, also I call to see if they don't do the mistake to send me two orders of tacos but no, they told me to go to the place and return the plate, yeah let me go and waist more time!!! don't come here !!! If you want to try a real enchiladas this it's not the place at all!!! read more

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The enchiladas and wet burrito are amazing here always have to stop by when I'm in the area.

We came in on a Sunday morning about 9:30am, the way it works is to grab any table (indoor or outdoor) and they will bring a menu to you. My coworker recommended I check out this specific location, as they specialize in the Molcajetes. We ordered the Molka Vallarta which can feed 2. It comes with FRESH HOMEMADE TORTILLAS and the stone pot contained Big/Small Shrimps, Fish, Mussels, Baby Scallops, Octopus. I definitely recommend y'all try their stone dishes, it takes a while to make but it's worth the wait. read more

First time eating here, I love the food and the drink. I got the birrias seca de civo and horchata. It's really good! Everything you eat is hand made, the salsa, the tortillas, etc. They also do karaoke at 7 pm (haven't done the karaoke yet, because I came earlier). The service is good. I had a great time, I will definitely come back again! read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Really good salsa and chips! - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Hoy visite este restaurante con mi familia y nos fuimos decepcionados con la comida. Primero la michelada no tenía sabor más que a cerveza con soda pues no había ni Clamato ni limón. Yo Ordene enchiladas con bistec, las enchiladas estaban más o menos pero el bistec lo dejé al lado pues no tenía ni sal y el aspecto era terrible. Mi mamá ordenó camarones a la diabla y estaban decentes aunque creo un diente de ajo en la salsa le hubiera dado las sabor. Mi Primo ordenó caldo de res que dijo estar bien pero no así como para volverlo a ordenar. La mesera muy atenta y rápida por eso le dejamos buena 20% de propina. Realmente la carne de bistec parecía ser de animal canino. Jamás volveré. Quizás el dueño debería de poner al cocinero a ver vídeos de YouTube a ver si quizás ahí aprende algo. read more

Food was okay. Lukewarm which was so discouraging because I'm hungry and I don't want to send my food back. No one took our order and we just kept looking around to see who cared to wait on us. We had to ask for everything chips and salsa, etc. The waitress never checked on us. She didn't look very neat or clean herself, nails, hair and it was pretty gross to imagine if hands were washed or not. The place is rundown, but popular. Agua de Melón was delicious. Overall, I wouldn't go back. read more

Placed an order online payed online with my card and was charged again in persons because they stated they don't have that application/website. Yet how did they have my order ready? read more

Buen Servicio y la comida esta riquisima. Venimos a festejar a mi hermano por su graduacion y nuestra sorpresa que el restaurante esta dando comida gratis a Los graduados!!!! Que mejor forma de felicitar a sus clientes. Muchas gracias y benga a festejar a los graduados. ! read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

First time visiting Mendoza's & on a very busy holiday weekend (Vday/President'a Day). When we arrived to their very busy parking lot we took the last spot in the corner. The section with the heaters was full but luckily we only waited about five minutes for a table to clear. We were seated and approached by our waiter very shortly afterward. It took about 10 minutes to get our Chavelas and our food about 15 minutes afterward (ordered all together). The drinks were made well! Chilled and lots of flavor My husband loved his enchiladas and tacos. I felt my flautas were a little under seasoned but their house red salsa made the flavor even better. I will definitely have to visit again. Oh! And the woman selling little trinkets toward the front of the restaurant really sold me on the flowers. Haha happy to support. read more

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We drove all over. And happened upon this place! M It was busy so that's a good sign. We were seated and served very quickly. Then LIVE music. It was loud. But it was awesome! Mind you.... I don't speak Spanish But. It was REALLY GOOD !!! THE FOOD WAS GREAT!!! Never been here before. But I'm totally impressed. You don't know UNTIL YOU KNOW!!! This may now be my new favorite. Every table had something different. So they will definitely make whatever you desire! Now that's what I call a 5 star restaurant. Loved it! read more

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Horrible service and the food is gross. If you want to get a stomach virus go there cause that is what happened to me.

Ordered 5 bowls worth of Menudo. I took some to my in laws and they loved it! The order also included the sides, chopped onions, cilantro, limón, oregano, salsas, and tortillas, they were all delicious and allowed everyone make it their own spice level. Definitely will come again! read more

I had the Birria and it was not bad. A lot of meat and the sauce was not bad. I was hoping for more flavor. The fresh tortilla was the best. It made it up on the flavor. If I'm in SJ, I will stop by again. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Birria - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Compré Huchepos y parece que los cortaron ala mitad y cuando los saque en mi casa esto fue lo que me dieron y los cobran a $3.00? definitivamente no vuelvo a comprar aparte las meseras no Son nada de amables y asta toman bebidas alcohólicas durante horas de trabajo y creo que es por esto que no atienden bien. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Huchepos (tamales de elote) - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Right out of Mexico! I really did feel like I was back south of the border... Whether it was the multiple salsas on the table (the avocado was my fave) the music blaring on the speakers or the mariachis... This place is GREAT! I had the steak ala Mexicana. Beef sauteed with chili's, onions and tomatoes with a bit of spice. Re-fried frijoles and rice and PLENTY of homemade tortillas on hand too! My dinning partner had the chicken enchiladas. Be aware of these, as they are NOT gringo style. The chicken is bone in and on the side of the enchiladas, NOT in them. Still, all told, this place has GREAT atmosphere AND food too! Killer service too. My new stop in S.J. P.S. This is one of those "finds" I found in an unfamiliar neighborhood. And, places like this are why I YELP ;0) read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Carné Asada de Mexicana! - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Ordene el menudo para llevar, cuando llegue ala casa tenía un pedazo de menudo y lo demás es pura pata y huesos. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Este menudo lo ordenamos para llevar y cuando lo abrí era puros huesos y pata 1 solo pedazo de mendudo - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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they were roaches everywhere, nasty i would never come back here again i turn on the light and they run everywhere read more

I would give this place 0 starts there food isn't so great and there restrooms are disgusting. My daughter had to poop herself because the restroom was so dirty and it was an emergency. They should at least put an out of service sign on restroom door corporate needs to be called because it's was so unsanitary. read more

If you want authentic food from Michoacán, Mexico; this is the place to go. My family and I are from Michoacán and we are very selective/ particular about certain plates. The enchiladas Michoacánas are a staple in our home state, we take great pride in our enchiladas. Mendozas gets a 4/5, just because my mother gets the 5/5, lol. Another great dish we love here is the huchepos, its a sweet corn (like tamal) that is topped with salsa verde and if you wish sour cream and quezo. Its heaven on earth. Really simple, yet very mouthwatering. My husband, usually gets everything, apporiadillo, tostadas, ceviche, caldos, flautas, sopes, molcajetes, exc... the list goes on. One thing is for sure TORTILLAS are hand made on the spot!!! So in conclusion, in the 6+ years we've been coming here we've always enjoyed the environment, the employees are very attentive and the food is delish. If ever in San Jose give them a try. Ps: don't forget to try the Micheladas/ Chavelas, they are amazing, really refreshing beers mix. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - After a long day in beautiful weather, what better way to cool off then with a cold michelada & a chavela. - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

We order our food and drinks. Our food came first and then our drinks. My brother has a hair in his burrito. We sent it back after him loosing his appetite. When it come to paying she (manager)accused the table by saying it could of been one of the girls hairs that was at our table ! That is not possible because my brother has very short hair and the waitress put his plate down when she served it to him. Horrible service all around from the food to the waitress and the manager. The fact that she accused us for the hair is crazy. Leaving from the restaurant you can see in the kitchen no one is wearing hair nets. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

This is a wonnerful place to eat at.This is also family friendly now through the week , as well as on the weekends. It is also family owned and operated since 1984. Originally owned by Jimmie Alvarez, his brother took over after Jimmy passed. They will hand_make anything that you need. In short, a must place to try. read more

This place is good, not bomba clot rastafari good but good, I do recommend coming here, I rate 3 Good 4 really good and 5 stars is Rastafari level read more

Love the food here but service has really suffered. Next time I will definitely go to the one on mackee rd. Better service there, food just as good if not better. read more

5 STARS because i just tried the Michelada sent by the Mexican gods. Absolutely on point and the grilled shrimp it came with is worth going bonkers for. I also got the Birria (Mexican Goat Stew). It was my first time trying Birria and I loved it. There was a live performer singing and playing the keys which made my dinner experience even more enjoyable. Will return again! read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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PLEASE READ! First off I would like to start off by saying that I wish Yelp had a 10 Star Review because this place is by far OFF THE CHARTS! I haven't had Mexican food this good in my entire life. No Lie, I wanted to cry when I was eating. Seriously, This place is by far is the best. If you want top notch Mexican food at a great price, PLEASE, I beg you come to Mendoza's! The food was full of flavor, the tortillas were hand made and so FRESH it was insane! I literally had 10 tortillas, that's how dam good they were. I had the Fajitas which consisted of shrimp, chicken, and steak and my Fiance had the Birria. We also had Corona Michelada's. The tables are set with 3 salsas already on the table, cream, onions and cilantro. The salsa's were so incredible and full of flavor as well. To be honest I really can't even explain the goodness without shedding a tear. Food so good that makes you wanna cry? You know the food is beyond Amazing. If your ever in San Jose and are looking for Mexican food do yourself a favor and make sure you go to Mendoza's. Don't even second guess after reading this review, just GO! Make yourself one happy camper as I was. I found this place by doing a yelp review and it was a debate between this place and a few others but I sure am happy that I chose this place. My first experience here was the best experience in my life. Oh, on another note, this isn't just some regular ol' Taqueria, It actually has a restaurant like setting which I enjoyed. The staff is very polite and quick which was a major plus! The kitchen is full of OG's who clearly know what they are doing and deserve to be praised! I LOVE MENDOZA'S! read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Corona Michelada's - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

If you want real Mexican food, go where ALL the Mexicans go. And it can't get any more Mexican than this neighborhood. I did a search on Yelp and came across this one -- how did I judge whether this one is worthy of trying? Their menu items and pictures posted by users. If my (Mexican) husband started to drool from the pics I showed him, it's a good sign. We decided to give a try. Upon arrival, I was relieved to find dedicated parking lot behind the restaurant although it's a bit confusing that some parts of the parking lot were for the Vietnamese place next door. You know you had come to an authentic Mexican place when you find all sorts of street vendors parked outside the joint, selling colorful toys, pirated DVDs, flowers, etc. And they come into the restaurant to get into your faces to sell -- that's off-putting to me but you get used to it... Going into the restaurant, found out that it's actually quite big. The menu was overwhelmingly huge. There were pictures for many items so they helped a bit. Not even my Mexican husband knows everything on the menu. Our first visit, hubby ordered Chile Verde and Michelada -- he enjoyed both very much. The Chile Verde was too acidic for my taste but it's perfect for him. I opted for Caldo de Pollo (Chicken Stew/Soup). It came with big chunks of veggie (carrots, squash, etc), a side of Spanish rice and garnishes of chopped onions, fresh jalapenos and cilantro. My chicken soup was heavenly -- I'm used to eating chicken soup cooked with whole chicken so it didn't bother me when the soup had 2 pieces of chickens with bones. The flavor was genuine and veggie chunks were fresh. This type of restaurants don't get enough reviews and credits for what they are (the goodness) because majority of their clienteles are blue-collar laborers who aren't necessarily Yelp-savvy. I thought I'd give it some stars and praises. read more

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This is the best Michoacan Style Food you'll get in San Jose! ENOUGH SAID Enchiladas,Uchepos,Sopitos,Molcahetes,Birria,Menudo,Etc Etc read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Michelada Con Negra Modelo - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Big tacos with home made tortillas. The give u onions and cilantro on the side. I recommend it. Definitely going back for more tacos soon. A bucket of beer as well. read more

Killer Michoacan food -- yelpers who know their Mexican food are right about this great place! We had a chicken/beef/chorizo molcajete, huarache no carne, chavindeca, potato flautas and a goat and adobado pork taco. Currently, the molcajetes are discounted tuesday through thursday. The word 'molcajete' means mexican morter/pestle, but it's typically a mixed grill of meats and some veggies (nopales is common) or sometimes a stew. Mendoza does the grilled version and it's served in a molcajete. (for comparison, Albertos on Park in SJ does the stew version). This is a huge dish and comes with great homemade tortillas. Ours had chicken, beef, chorizo (fantastic chorizo!), fried cheese, nopales, large grilled green onion bulb and peppers. A really great dish to share with friends -- don't forget the added salsas, fresh onions and cilantro, and limes they serve liberally as condiments here. The Huarache no carne (can also be ordered with meat), as it's name implies, this is a thick tortilla (between a regular tortilla and a sope in thickness) that is oblong, in the shape of a sandal sole. Ours was topped with refried beans (which had great flavor and was a mix of fully mashed and more whole beans) and queso fresco. Went great with the molcajete meat, too. The birria taco (goat) had liberal meat and was decent. We found the adobado pork a bit dry -- but it had a nice flavor. What's great about Mendoza is they use the same great homemade tortillas for the tacos as well as the plate dishes (some restaurants cheap-out and go with commercial ones for the simple tacos). The chavindeca is a like a quesadilla with meat: It's meat and cheese sandwiched between two tortillas and cut in pie wedges. Excellently caramelized meat and cheese -- just perfect. Although we had way too much food, my dining partner really wanted to try the potato flautas (since he has fond memories of them in Mexico City) and the waitress offered to do a half order, so we had them as well. We got 3 well-fried and still-crispy flautas stuffed with potatoes. Some places cover these with sauce and they sit too long and get soft -- although there was cabbage mix on top, these were still crispy when we got them. The place can be noisy and not conducive to discussion when it's full up or the mariachi bands are roaming. But off hours is quiet and inviting. We'll be back for sure. We want to catch the fresh corn tamales (uchepos) -- they were out when we visited. read more

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This place has a good thing going for themselves. We had the birria de chivo en caldo, caldo de res and a gordita de asada and it was all SO good! AND they make their own aguas frescas which are hella good too! Can't wait to go back and try more of their menu. You go mendoza's! read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - they make their own horchata and omg amaaaaazing - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Amazing taqueria that serves delicious, fresh, Michoacan food in the heart of East San Jose. Whenever my husband and I go to a Mexican restaurant anywhere, this is the gold standard for us--all places, especially places that give the impression that they are authentic taquerias--get compared to Mendoza's. Along with another a la carte item I usually order at least one taco. Their tacos allow the fresh, corn tortilla and juicy meat to shine, with minimal condiments (they do have fresh cilantro and chopped onion at the tables, though years ago I also thought they used to put sour cream and/or a little queso fresco but not anymore). This past visit they did not have carnitas, which dashed my dreams of having an amazing porktastic taco =*( The chavindeca and gordita are also so delicious, in part, I think, because they are so simple. Meat can be a touch too dry, including the adobado this last trip, but still full of flavor. My husband usually orders a huge burrito, and the one bite that he allots for me is an amazing, juicy combination of flavors and textures, with meat, cheese, sour cream, avocado, and rice. Another thing I enjoyed is the horchata which is extremely difficult to find in the Kansas City area, which is where I live now. I like my horchata a little sweeter and with more cinnamon, but perhaps that's not the authentic way of making it. Great, authentic taqueria with great, authentic food. Every city needs a place that serves amazing food like Mendoza's Taqueria. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - gordita - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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I will start out by saying that the service here is great. The waitstaff was extremely friendly and accommodating to several dietary restrictions and a baby. The huarache sans meat was fresh and tasty - the corn tortilla (or whatever it was!) was clearly just made in-house. The super burrito was awesome - fresh with rice, beans, avocado and anything else that makes a perfect, California-style burrito. The flan was the best I have ever had. I would drive out of my to come back. This hole in the wall serves some of the best, authentic mexican out there. read more

Mendoza's Taqueria - Huarache sin carne - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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