Absolutely amazing octopus! I've travelled the world in search of octopus that can match the pulpo at Guidos in Cozumel, Mexico. I've found it here at Pre-Hispanic MX cuisine in Morgan Hill. Absolutely, perfectly cooked with delicious spices and sauces. The braised pork was so good. The portions were large as well. I am soooo impressed with the Octopus. Octopus is one of the most difficult dishes to prepare well. Very happy to have discovered this place. read more

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This place is super cute! Came in for apps and drinks and it did not disappoint. The service was great, the staff was very attentive and friendly. Looking forward to connecting back and trying more items. read more

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My rating system is a possible star for: food, drinks, service, ambiance, and pricing. Food: 1 star. We've gone in for brunch, happy hour, and dinner, and have always left without regrets. Their concha French toast, huevos rancheros, chicharron dumplings, tacos, kid's burritos, churros, they can do no wrong. Drinks: 1 star. Generous mimosas, great beer and wine, LOVED their sangria, and can't wait to try their margaritas, ideally after they get their full bar liquor license. Service: 1 star. The servers here go above and beyond. Kind, attentive, and considerate enough to go as far as bringing toys to families with children. Amazing and so deeply appreciated! Ambiance: 1 star. I love having a spot that puts in the effort to have a dj or live music and make dining out a whole vibe! Pricing: 1 star. Very reasonable prices, especially for all they offer. Highly recommend this place. read more

I've been wanting to try this spot again after having their food truck in San Jose years ago and remembering how much I loved it, especially all the vegetarian options. I was excited to see they opened this location in downtown Morgan Hill! The space itself is really nice and great for outdoor dining. The price point was decent for 3 tacos, and the standout for me was definitely the homemade blue corn tortillas. The chicken and carne asada tacos were flavorful and tasty, although the mahi-mahi was a little bland. The salsas were good too and had more of a smoky flavor profile, which I enjoyed. I do wish they also had a red or orange salsa option for a little more variety. Service-wise, it seemed like they were pretty understaffed when we visited. There didn't really seem to be a clear system for seating or waiting, so the atmosphere felt a bit frantic and confusing. We also waited over an hour for tacos even though it wasn't very busy. Our waiter seemed overwhelmed, which honestly made sense given how short staffed they appeared. Overall, there's definitely potential here because the food had some strong points and the location is great. Hoping the staffing and service improve because I'd love to give them another try. read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

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I heard great things about this new local Mexican restaurant. We decided to check them out. We arrived on a Saturday afternoon for a late lunch recently. Pre-Hispanic Mexican Cuisine is located in a nice area in downtown Morgan Hill. Parking is accessible along the streets, nearby parking garage and multiple parking lots. The former Mexican restaurant Chacho's use to occupy this space for a few years. The restaurant has simple sleek modern decor. There are plenty of tables inside for dining with a lively full bar present. The outdoor patio looks inviting and cozy. There is a bar in the middle with surrounding bar stools and plenty of patio dining tables as well. We ordered a spicy jalapeño margarita, mango margarita, the chicharron dumplings, queso fundido with chorizo, bread, and chips from the daily happy hour menu and 2 octopus and chorizo tacos and 1 fried shrimp taco from the regular menu. Everything was authentic and delicious. The chicharron dumplings were my favorite dish. It was both flavorful and sweet. The octopus and chorizo taco were unique and scrumptious. The texture of the octopus and crumbles of the chorizo was such a delightful combo. The fried shrimp in the taco was crispy and delectable. Our margaritas were refreshing and hit the spot. Overall we enjoyed our experience at Pre-Hispanic Mexican Cuisine. This restaurant definitely stands out among the many local Mexican restaurants in the area due to their unique flavors and authentic boldness of their dishes. The staff was accommodating. The daily happy hour was a great value. We will be back to try more dishes and drinks. read more

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Almost perfect! Everything was delicious other than the pozole. It had a certain seasoning that overpowered the entire dish. Drinks also very tasty! read more

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We have been wanting to try this place for a bit now and finally went there for dinner. We were seated right away. We did get there before the dinner crowd so that made it a bit easier to get a seat. There were several tables that had bigger parties. We started with appetizers - chips and salsa & Chicharron dumplings. The salsa was prepared at the table so you can tell them how hot you would like it. Then the chicharron dumplings were very yummy especially with the veggies and cream sauce on it. My hubs and I both got tacos because we were able to mix the different meats/no meat. All the tacos were very good and not so large so you got just enough to fill you up. We were pleasantly happy with the entire experience. You should try it too! read more

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If you're looking for Mexican food that's rooted in traditional flavors and ingredients, then this might be the spot for you. Nestled right on E 3rd St, you'll find Pre-Hispanic Mx Cuisine serving up an array of Mexican dishes from tacos to mole and even chicharrón dumplings. This restaurant steers away from the fatty, salty, greasy Tex-mex and California style Mexican food we are used to and brings it back to tradition. We went on a Wednesday afternoon and sat at the bar. The inside is a very simple but nice setting. There is also a patio outside if you'd like to enjoy a little California sun. They attended us very quickly and made sure we were doing okay throughout our dinner. We ordered some tacos, cochinita pibil, pulpo enamorado, chicharrón dumplings, salsa tatemada, a margarita and cantaritos. All the food was delicious, complex yet balanced, and had that touch of Latin love. And you need to start off your dinner with the Salsa Tatemada, which is made table side for you. One of the freshest and best tasting restaurant salsas I've ever had. Oh and don't forget the drinks. Go with the cantarito or marg, both so delicious and taste exactly like something you'd find on the beachside in Mexico. So if you're in the mood for traditional Mexican food, good drinks, and an even better time. Then this might just be the spot for you. read more

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An awesome culinary experience! I started with their Chicharron Dumplings! They were a perfect segway for the taco trio I ordered! Soft tacos on homemade tortillas! I ordered carne asada, fish and shrimp! In what order would you eat them? Nice staff, fresh foods, nice beer and wine options. Beer on tap ans in the bottle (no local beers, yet), and independently owned, clean environment, peaceful atmosphere. read more

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I had a great breakfast at Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine! The Carne Asada was delicious, paired with a perfectly-cooked egg and very fresh tortillas. I was there for the Mushroom Festival, but this meal was definitely a highlight. I'll come back if I'm nearby! read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Carne Asada (brunch) - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

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The food here is amazing! I would eat here everyday if I could!! They have great service. The ambiance is relaxing and inviting. One of my weekly favorites!! read more

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Solid food and portion size, but the ambiance and lore seems a bit confused, so maybe set your expectations appropriately there Was very curious to try this place by the name. Upon receiving the brunch and lunch menus, I wasn't quite sure what constituted as 'pre-hispanic'. The brunch menu in particular seemed to lean towards trendy modern brunch items. The space itself also lends to the confusion. It's a modern warehouse style space, with a few pieces of 'traditional' Mexican inspired art.. but also with a big neon cursive text wall thats begging for IG pics. Not saying any of this is a problem, per se, but with a restaurant name this unique, I wish there was more pre-hispanic immersion The food itself was delicious. The plating was bold, bright, and energetic, and it made me really excited to dig in. The octopus and chorizo taco was so nicely balanced. Octopus was cooked well, although it could be a tad softer. The chorizo added a nice flavour punch and some crisp textural bits. It was encased in a homemade tortilla which held steady in eating. I actually preferred the simple lime in this case, since there was so much going on in the filling. The tomatillo salsa felt a bit watered and was a bit redundant with the lime Service was very friendly. Lots of parking in the area read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

Very friendly welcoming service and excellent food. The octopus/potato dish was the best bite we had, but every taco was delicious as well. The tortillas had such great flavor and texture. Clean, fast service read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Octopus Adobado - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

Went here for lunch. Parking can be a bit difficult to find. There are a few parking structures nearby. We found a table without wait. Our server was friendly. The order came out fairly quickly. Kids loved the chicken tacos. I especially liked the fish burrito which was more of a custom request. They modified the chicken burrito and substituted the chicken for fish. Papas Bravas was also a pleasant surprise. Potatoes were crunchy on the outside. The veggie tacos were also good. Overall we really like the food, ambiance and the service. read more

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Reading the reviews about poor service should have stopped us from coming but here we are, waiting. I guess it is true service is so slow. Could have went to another place and received our food faster. Took almost an hr to get our food . Other people walked in sat down waited and then walked out. Another group did the same and they were patient waiting 20 min and then just left. Clearly there's something wrong. Wonder what's going to replace this place, cannot see it surviving. read more

Just in Queso Newly opened (ca. Sept '25) restaurant serving up Mexican cuisine in quaint Downtown Morgan Hill. This former food truck now turned brick-and-mortar promises to bring chef-driven, authentic pre-invader Mexican food using simple, clean ingredients--but with flavorful twists. Note to the owners: Please take this review as advice, and know I come with peace and love. We really, really, really wanted to love this place because the ethos and idea is right up our alley, but the overall execution just left us wanting a bit more. The Good: *Great location in the heart of DT Morgan Hill *Pet-Friendly Outdoor dining (they have seating out front and a ton more in the back) *Great service (don't recall her name sorry) *Weekend only Mexican brunch *Love the Prix Fixe lunch options *The Conchinita Pibil was fork-tender and tasty, but underseasoned (this will be a theme). When combined with the beans and rice, it made for a really delicious taco. *Housemade corn tortillas were served up warm from the griddle. You could make the argument that they were a *touch* too thick, but only if one was being particularly persnickety. *Their Mexican rice is quite terrific with great flavor and texture. The black beans also had food flavor, once you added some salt to the mix. *Loved both their housemade salsas, as the red one had a nice punch and the green one good hair, albeit maybe a touch watery. The Meh: *No reservations *No alcohol--not sure if they're trying for a alcohol license or not, but a killer bar program would give this place some panache. *Pastor tacos were dry and lacked a lot of flavor. They didn't even bother toasting/charring the pineapple, which would've helped a lot. *The Chicharron Dumplings is a great idea and a wonderful way to introduce some fusion to menu, but unfortunately the concept is better than the execution. The skin of the dumllings were too thick abs didn't seem cooked thru, and the filling just had zero flavor. I loved the little side salad/garnish that came with it, tho. They should've figured out a way to put some of that into the dumpling. *Don't come here looking for inexpensive Mexi eats, as their pricing is more in-line with higher-end Mexican cuisine like LUNA or Joanne Weir's Copita. I'm not complaining, just stating a fact. *Some* people would get offended at paying $15 for two tacos, but I just take it in stride. *Most of their flavor issues stems from just straight up underseasoning of the ingredients. Fortunately they have salt & pepper shakers at the table, so that's easily rectified, but still. The Ugly: *I was excited to try the Jericayas (sic) dessert, which is a Mexican street food that's allegedly a combo of Flan & Crème Brûlée. Now, granted, this is my first time trying this dish so maybe this is what it's supposed to be like, but it was extremely eggy; the custard seemed a bit curdled; and the top was cold and flaccid because the signature "brúléeing" was done ahead of time taking away any crunchy, bitter char flavor. Conclusion: Great idea and we love the concept, but they need to not be afraid to bring the seasoning and flavor! read more

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(This review is for a visit in September 2025) What started out as a rough first experience actually turned out to be an excellent one here at Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine in Morgan Hill. Whilst fumbling around the area looking for a good place to have dinner, my mother and I came upon a little restaurant that seemed to embrace latin flair, so we couldn't help but stop in. The interior dining area is on the smaller side, but it's decorated with tons of Hispanic art which makes everything feel cozy. Rest assured that exterior seating is also available if desired. We were seated fairly quickly and handed menus to review... but we did find it difficult to get our order taken after being seated. It did not appear to be busy at the time, as there were plenty of available tables and most folks already in the dining area, were wrapping up their meals... this was a bit of a bummer. But hey, I'll chalk it up to short staffing. Once we were finally able to place our order we started out with an appetizer of freshly made guacamole. Presentation was definitely 10 out of 10--the preparation made it very fun to eat. The only issue was that when we tasted the guacamole, it was extremely salty. So much so in fact, we had to ask for something to drink to counteract the flavor. The horchata unfortunately didn't help as it was very chalky and didn't have the traditional flavor I'm used to. On another note, the waiter seemed pretty irritated when asked if they could remake the guacamole, but one of the restaurant owners came out with a new order in no time. Such an improvement! The second guac was perfectly seasoned and oh so delicious! We ate every last serving! The rest of the meal went off without a problem and both of the taco plates my mom and I ordered were so flavorful and fresh. She had the 3-taco plate with two "la azada" tacos and one Mahi-mahi. I went with one baja shrimp, one al pastor yucateco and one la azada. Every single taco was mouth-watering. All the ingredients were supremely fresh and the tacos were perfectly portioned. The blue corn tortillas were--as the kids would say-- *Chefs kiss* Despite the bumpy beginning to our visit... The food was phenomenal and I look forward to going back sometime soon! read more

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We stopped in for a cocktail and some appetizers and we will be back for dinner! We had the guacamole with homemade tortilla chips and the aguachile. Both were absolutely delicious and so fresh! The service was fantastic and our waitress was very personable. read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Aguachile- perfection! - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

Loved the unique dishes like the dumplings and how they serve beans/rice with the lunch tacos! The chips were fried fresh and delicious with dipped in the yummy queso. My favorite was quesadillas that comes in homemade blue corn tortillas. Sooo good! Outside dining space was very charming and relaxing. The staff was friendly and welcoming but he seemed short handed. read more

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Went here for the first time last week and the enchiladas were absolutely amazing! I normally wouldn't order enchiladas, but my friend and I shared them and I loved every bite. The service was great, especially for a busy Friday night. Definitely will be back! read more

Came on a whim and glad we did. We weren't actually looking for dinner but wanted a snack. The service was good and the server let us know that the tacos we ordered could be mixed and matched. We got the blackened fish, al pastor and octopus/chorizo tacos. Our favorite was the blackened fish. The octopus/chorizo was ok but there wasn't that much octopus flavor for us. The chorizo kind of over powered it. Al pastor was tasty as expected. Definitely planning on coming back for a full meal sometime. read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

They have amazing food and outstanding customer service! The outdoor seating was so comfortable. I will definitely return soon.

No wait to sit at the bar outside, though there looked to be a large party happening on this pleasant Sunday afternoon. I ordered the shrimp quesadilla which came with the salsa on the side. It was stuffed with a colorful mix of ingredients but it didn't seem to hold together well and the taste was slightly lacking. Let's just say I've had much better from their food truck in San Jose in the past. I also got the strawberry margarita. I tasted more salt than strawberry flavor in the drink, but it wasn't bad. My order took about 25 minutes, and I wasn't given any napkins or utensils till I was able to request this from an employee after some time had gone by. The outdoor bar staff was in and out, and service wasn't very attentive during my time here. In fact, I asked for the bill early, cuz I had somewhere I needed to be, and the guy said okay, then never helped me. I had to ask a different lady, and was almost late to my next event. With the high costs, I'd expect a little more care and effort. It's a lovely setting though. read more

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My husband says "absolutely delicious ... clearly a talented chef." He ordered the cochinita pool, long cooked braised pork chunks, served with black beans, criolla rice, homemade corn tortillas and onions. I had a bowl of hot posole, perfect for a chilly night. Service was spot on ... friendly and efficient teamwork. We will definitely go back to taste some of their other pre-Hispanic dishes. read more

Went for breakfast today. Big portions! Did not know what to expect from this place but it was clear that the chef has a vision and he executed. Food looks delicious and tastes as such. Friendly service and a nice atmosphere. Will be back for dinner! read more

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Blown away. Exceptional food, wonderful service and we can't wait to go back! We had: Tetelas (delectable) Pre-Hispanic salad (don't skip it - amazing!) Almost every kind of taco they offered (perfect fillings and amazing salsas) Chile reyenos with steak (I can't stop thinking about this dish) The chile reyenos are roasted poblanos stuffed with veg, cheese, and your choice of protein, topped with the most extraordinary sauce. I literally had a dream about it, The masa is fresh, tortillas are fantastic. Thank you, Pre-Hispanic MX! read more

Incredible food! I almost didn't want to rate this place in fear I'll have to fight for a table in the future- but we want them to thrive so here I am. We had chicken and asada tacos, quesabirria tacos, chips and salsa, and horchata ice cream. It was DIVINE. They make the salsa fresh in front of you which is fun and delicious. Definitely don't skip this place- it's a gem! Also, our server Jeremy was amazing so if you're able to snag him - you'll be well taken care of! read more

It was our first time eating here and it did not disappoint! Our waitress Lucy was so sweet and patient with us while ordering. (We have picky toddlers) The food was delicious, the meat in the pozole was so tender and the tortilla chips complimented the dish perfectly. I have been craving enchiladas and these definitely hit the spot, the sauce gives off that great authentic taste and had a little kick to it. My order also came with a desert and it literally melts in your mouth. I highly recommend! My daughter ordered the birria tacos and left no crumbs, the meat was seasoned perfectly and the consume was delicious. All the food is made with love that you can taste! We will definitely be returning read more

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Steak Fajitas & Trio Tacos Service was not good. We were seated in the corner not by choice in an empty restaurant. Server forgot we ordered appetizer. Rice was dry/old, steak was dry and over cooked, shrimp tacos were ok, and michi was good. Really disappointed in the selective good service by race. I felt discriminated against for being Hispanic. read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

Greatly surprised by the quality and freshness of all food. Appetizers were amazing, Cochinita pibil rivals those we had in Cancun. Ceviche with black ink octopus was fantastic. Oue server Marco even brought us a free sample of the delicious sangria and was very attentive. Will definitely come back k for more! read more

Came here for brunch and had a great experience from start to finish. We were greeted immediately upon arrival, which is always a great first impression. Our server Luis (also known as Small Luis or Brunch Luis ) was fantastic. He was super friendly, took the time to walk us through the menu, and shared his favorite dishes, which really helped us decide. Throughout the meal, he was very attentive and consistently checked in to make sure everything was going well without being intrusive. The food was delicious. I ordered the Carne Asada con Huevos, and even though it was brunch, the portion size was generous. Everything was well-seasoned and filling--I left very satisfied. Overall, great service, great food, and a welcoming vibe. Would definitely come back again, and I'd ask for Luis if you can! read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Carne Asada Con Huevos - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

We loved everything we ordered! We loved the service and felt really comfortable on the patio. What a great place! We ordered the octopus and chorizo tacos, the guacamole, and grilled fish tacos. We all thought that everything we delicious and would have been made better with a better balance of the octopus and chorizo. It was hard to notice the octopus with the strong flavor of the chorizo. The guacamole is an absolute must! We wouldn't change a thing about the grilled fish tacos. We cannot wait to go back! read more

Wow!!! The food at this restaurant is absolutely delicious, and it all tastes so fresh and homemade. I would drive from far away to eat at this magically delightful restaurant!! Every single thing we ordered was so tasty that I forgot to take photos, aside from one photo of half eaten nachos. ‍ read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Half eaten nachos - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

Passing through the area on a road trip and we picked this restaurant. Glad we did! The food was unique and delicious! Our server Jeremy was very friendly and attentive. Parking was easy in the parking garage next door. Parking is also free on Sundays. read more

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We have been eyeing this New Mexican cuisine in town & finally had the opportunity to try it last night. Food was amazing! From our little ones kids menu tacos to our taco trio & ribeye steak. Also ordered some aguas:horchata & orange super refreshing! all absolutely delicious & authentic service/staff are very kind & welcoming, answered all our questions & gave us some amazing recommendations that we absolutely loved. Did not disappoint. Ambience is live and happy love that it's right in the heart of downtown Morgan Hill and I cannot wait to go back for a date night with the hubby! Highly Recommend! read more

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Super clean and flavorful food. Great service. French toast a little dry but great portion. the meat was super moist and flavorful read more

Pre-Hispanic MX Cuisine - Cochinito - Mexican Near Me - Morgan Hill, California

This place was really nice and the food was delicious. Staff was personable and attentive. We enjoyed asada tacos and chicken tacos. The flavors were amazing--especially the chicken. There were subtle hints of spices that are probably related to the pre-Hispanic cuisine. We were passing through and it was such a treat to find this gem. I highly recommend this cozy little place! read more

Great ambiance Good service Enjoyed the patio w my bestie on her birthday Food was good read more

This restaurant is a nice twist on Mexican food. We had the pork dumplings which had good flavor, but the meat was a bit dry. The same is to be said for the chicken tacos. We had the spicy jalapeño margarita and a mango margarita and both were made well. There was a dessert on the menu that is a mix between a crème brûlée and a flan. This is more hype than delicious. It basically taste like a firmer version of a flan. The staff was friendly and attentive. *A sidenote, we sat outside and the wall adjacent to us is full of dust and cobwebs. That was not visually appealing when you are eating. Might be worth a good cleaning. read more

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The food is amazing the atmosphere also the coffee de Hoya with that cinnamon flavor delicious and the cochinita pibil plate would recommend