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    Tacos El Chore

    4.2 (86 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Christine N.

    This is a solid Mexican food truck in San Jose, I would even consider it being the best in the area. It's always busy with online and in person orders, so using the online system is helpful for sure. I always love the super tacos and birria tacos. The meat is always so flavorful and cooked to perfection. I miss the grilled onions that always came with the tacos. My husband's favorite is the burrito since it has lots of meat and a bit crispy on the exterior. There is some outside seating in the park, but also great as takeout. Really recommend checking this food truck out!

    Super Burrito

    the lady who takes orders does not speak english well and messed up my order. horrible ! food tasted horrible and gave me food poisoning! never go here!

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    Vy T.

    This truck probably has something for that craving of yours - from Anaconda burritos to Birria spring rolls. They're located by a large park and you can check them out on their Instagram for opening times. They do close a bit earlier than your usual taco truck, but they're opened pretty early (11am- 9pm). If you come by in the evening, the line can be long, but service is prompt. Food: - Carne asada: tender and juicy - Al pastor: a bit dry and oily - Street Tacos: can never go wrong with these - solid. 10/10 - Taco Keke: The shrimp has a nice char and Smokey taste to it. One of my favorites. Large tortilla. 10/10 - Taco Tijuana: It was like an extra large supreme street taco. The avocado was a nice touch of creaminess, but the al pastor was a bit dry for my liking. I think having this with asada would've been better. 8/10 - Burrito Anaconda: HUGE. There was a lot happening inside that burrito. Normal burrito but just really big. 8/10 I do like that they let us fill up our own sauce cups (size is small though).

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    The chicken tacos were delicious! The chicken wasn't too dry or salty like other places. There was a good amount of chicken on the tacos too. The service is welcoming and friendly. They have some outdoor seating if you wanted to eat under a tree, which is nice. I definitely want to come back to try the rest of the menu.

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    Justine W.

    Great food, kind service. Made nice and quick. Salsa on the table was spicy and great. Will be back!

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    Anthony C.

    Me and the wife's go to spot for delicious burritos and tacos! Service is fast and they got tables and chairs to eat and relax

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    Ivan S.

    Five stars for the EL Chore was a banger! I brought my mom out for some grub and on the way back from walking we found this place on Hillsdale and Paul Moore Park. This spot is popular so arrive early because the line can get long with a wait to match. hahaha. I got an incredibly large carne asada deluxe quesadilla, they served it with three huge parts and they add grilled onions with it. Suffice to say that I will go back to this joint to order more food. Go! Enso forever! Birria bread bowl. Mulita. Churros. Birria spring rolls. "Art is like therapy; what comes up is what comes up. It may be dark, but that's what comes up. You may want to keep some of it in a drawer... but never judge it." ― Nick Bantock

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    Allison Y.

    This might be my new favorite taco truck in California. I took one bite of their California burrito with asada and felt like I had a spiritual experience. Perfect flavors--bold without feeling aggressive, amazing grill smoke on the meat, fluffy fries, and fresh pico de gallo. $11.99 and MASSIVE; I could only eat half of it! They have a variety of house made salsas as well; one standout was the watermelon habanero. Service is pretty quick, and they've got a good selection of Jarritos as well as a couple options for agua fresca on any given day. There are a few plastic stools on the lawn nearby, but bring a picnic blanket and watch a soccer game in the park while you're scarfing down your food. Tacos el chore has got me tempted to move down here...

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    TONE C.

    Gotta give credit where credit is due!! Stopped by El chore ordered a stripper burrito and some how I was served a super burrito, but when I asked about it , they went ahead and and made it super Right Definitely recommend it , ambiance is chill

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    Angelina L.

    This spot has been on my list for a while and so glad to finally tried it. It is a taco truck by a park. So expect to do street parking. We ordered a few items and it took us a while (maybe approx 20mins) before we got our orders. This was my first time seeing a place that sells spring roll birria. The spring roll was SO crunchy, but sad that the birria itself was not as flavorful. We also got the vampiro with al pastor and their pastor was so tender, super well-marinated pork with some smokiness to it, 10/10. As far as the crispy taco, it was lighter that eating vampiro, but it did not really stand out flavor wise. This is definitely a hidden gem! And their salsa was so good too!

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    Chris V.

    Getting through their huge portions is definitely a "chore." Tacos El Chore is a food truck that often posts up at Paul Moore Park on Hillsdale Ave near Cherry. My friends introduced me for lunch (and paid, so no prices forthcoming save for smudges on menu photos), at which point we ordered a bunch of stuff to-go. They seem to specialize in birria, and I tried a couple takes on it. The birria egg rolls come 3 per order and are pretty huge. They're crispy at first but can get soggy if you wait or soak it too long in Consome, aka the flavorful stew. Well, at least it's usually pretty flavorful; this consome felt oddly muted somehow, and I kept having to add one of the salsas (make sure to fill up your own to-go containers) such as mild tomatillo. Same deal for the quesibirria tacos, which seems to add gooey mouthfeel more than much flavor. Some of the other meats were more interesting to me overall. I had a lengua taco (possibly $2.50) which had tender, diced pieces of tongue. Cecina vampiro came with cheese and pounded-flat slices of marinated pork. Al pastor quesadilla (the super version, I think?) was the star with marinated pork that was even more tender. Radish slices and grilled onions were available with most plates and added texture and flavor to everything. Tacos El Chore are worth a try if you're craving tacos or related goodies. Give them a try if you come across them in the San Jose area.

    Tram N.

    3.5 rounding up. We ordered the Birria Anaconda Burrito and Birria Fries. Initially, Gavin was bummed that we had to share the burrito but I assured him that there is no way we both can even finish it. Like him, I don't like to share my food either so I understand the feeling of turmoil. The burrito came w/ consume, guacamole, and sour cream however, despite us confirming we'd need just 1 cup of consume and the guacamole on the side, they forgot about the consume, guacamole, and sour cream in the burrito. The birria fries was really good. I felt I gained close to 10lbs after eating it, but in life when you work hard, you eat good. The rice in the burrito was dry, the birria was good in flavor but because of the rice, it gave us the overall taste of it being dry. I loved the size of the burrito and the price can't be beat. The highlight of my experience was the birria fries. I liked that they accept cards and they give you a pager once you've ordered/paid. We waited about 12-15 min. A line slowly formed as we were waiting. If you are on a time crunch, call to place your order ahead. I'll give them another shot to try their pizza birria.

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    3 months ago

    Best burritos with flavorful meats. Love the Al pastor. The Quesabirria will blow your mind!

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    Si los tacos regulares no vienen y los súper tacos si vienen con crema

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    7 months ago

    Best Mexican food ever and best people here so nice love this place would recommend to everyone in bay!!!!

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    1 year ago

    Quick and friendly service, delicious burritos. Will return soon. Convenient location and they deliver

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    2 years ago

    Times need to be updated. There's been numerous time that's I've gone and they aren't there. Waste of time. 12/28/24

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    Quesadilla came up soggy. Food took so long thought we'd been forgotten. Tacos were ok but lacking seasoning.

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    Fire tacos birria tacos then Al pastor tacos are out of this world. Try this place asap

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    Si amigo they do have churro

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    I'm a fan of their carnitas. They crisp it up on the flat-top, which lots of places don't do.

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    4.0(1.1k reviews)
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    We were in SJ for the night, and I really wanted to try Spartan Cali Mexican Kitchen. I had tried…read moretheir food truck about 7 years ago and loved their crispy tacos, so I was excited to try the actual restaurant. I ordered the Cali crispy tacos with asada, and they were delicious! The crispy tacos are so unique, and I really loved the addition of fries. Their orange sauce has a pretty good kick to it, so I liked the extra bit of spice it added to the tacos. We came on a Friday night, and the restaurant was quite busy, but I can definitely understand why! They have a pretty big menu with lots of options, and there are other things I'd like to try next time. I'm glad I finally got to try the restaurant after enjoying their food truck years ago!

    Still the best crispy taco spot I've ever had. Been here multiple times while I attended school…read morehere. Now I still find myself needing to eat here when I visit. I always get their carne asada big crispy tacos. 3 for $15. Every single ingredient and flavor from the beef to the fried tortillas tastes perfect. Each time I go, it's always consistency super good. I love their little toppings bar and their sauces are also great. They used to be cash only but now that card. I've never had issues finding parking before even though there's only a small lot with very limited spaces. Overall, hands down best crispy tacos ever.

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    4.0(60 reviews)
    2.6 miFairgrounds

    Some places just get it right every single time and this taco truck is one of them…read more I've ordered through DoorDash and picked up directly from the truck, and the experience is identical either way: fresh, correct, and consistent without fail. That kind of reliability is more rare than it should be, and it's worth calling out. The tacos themselves are the main event. The Carne Asada, Suadero, and Al Pastor are all standouts, but the Al Pastor especially earns its spot. They serve it with pineapple, which is the way it's meant to be done and a detail that tells you they actually care about getting it right. These are easily some of the best tacos in San Jose, and I don't say that lightly given how much competition there is in the South Bay. But the drinks alone might be worth the trip. Their Horchata and Agua Fresca are genuinely among the best I've had anywhere in the Bay Area and that's a real statement in a region with no shortage of excellent options. The salsa bar is a nice bonus: a self-serve setup where you scoop what you want into containers, and they send you off with baggies of fresh cilantro and onion so you can finish the tacos exactly how you like them. They actively encourage you to take plenty, which tells you a lot about the kind of place this is. The staff is warm and welcoming on top of everything else. Truly one of the best taco trucks around. Don't sleep on it!!

    Overall Rating 4/5…read more (They've done me well in the past, so although this visit wasn't the best I return because of my past experiences) Burrito Suadero burrito 6/10 - the burrito was okay, today was a miss for the burrito as it lacked a lot of flavor and they filled it up with 75% rice this time. This is the only time I didn't finish the burrito and usually it has a lot more flavor but unfortunately this time I was disappointed in the quality to the point I didn't finish it. Tacos suadero 8/10 cabeza con el vapor 9.5/10 lengua con el vapor 6/10 carne asada 6/10 al pastor 8.5/10 The tacos were the star of the show tonight with the their Al Pastor Tacos and Cabeza con el vapor! Those had the best flavor profile The green and orange sauces were okay, not extremely flavorful and receive a sauce rating of 2.5/5; it's good for the first couple bites then the flavor fatigue gets real. Next time only cabeza and al pastor in taco form. Panchito is a nice taco truck located next to the tire shop. They have extremely nice staff that really make you feel at home. I usually come here whenever I am craving Mexican food and sometimes it is hit or miss. They have tables outside but sometimes it's too cold at night so I Togo the food home, but they always play some great music there!

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    2.7 miFairgrounds
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    This Los Tres Reyes taco truck is definitely my favorite spot compared to their other location on…read moreStory Road, offering a lively and casual outdoor street-side ambiance that just feels right for grabbing authentic street food. The service was a bit slower than usual because they were super busy, which made the wait time for the food a little longer, but the friendly staff handled the rush well and kept everything moving. They were completely out of tripas, which is normally my go-to order, so I decided to mix it up and tried the buche and the asada tacos instead, and they turned out to be really good with tender meat and great flavor, plus the salsa bar was fully stocked with fresh options to top everything off.

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    4.2(627 reviews)
    2.6 miWillow Glen
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    I've been a regular customer at El Halal Amigos for quite some time and have tried many different…read moreitems on the menu. Today, I decided to order the Chicken Fajitas, and it completely exceeded my expectations. Without a doubt, it was the most delicious fajitas dish I have ever had. The chicken was perfectly seasoned, the vegetables were cooked just right, and all the flavors came together beautifully. Everything was cooked to perfection. The portion size was very generous, and the sides were fantastic. The guacamole, sour cream, Spanish rice, and black beans were all fresh, flavorful, and complemented the meal perfectly. I've always enjoyed the food here, but from now on the Chicken Fajitas will definitely be my regular order. Well-deserved 5 stars. Thank you, El Halal Amigos!

    This was my very first visit to El Halal Mexican Restaurant in the heart of downtown Willow Glen,…read moreand I've been wanting to stop by for a while. I finally decided to give it a try after hearing about the restaurant from food reviewer Dave fiore text. As someone who absolutely loves tacos and is always on the hunt for great local taco spots, I was excited to see how this place compared to some of my favorites. I ordered four different tacos, and overall, they were pretty good. They weren't bad by any means, but they also didn't quite blow me away. The meat was cooked well, the tortillas were fresh, and the tacos had good flavor. The salsa was decent too, although I personally prefer something with a little more kick. Everyone has different tastes, so this is just my opinion. One thing I really appreciated was how clean and organized the restaurant was. You can tell they take pride in keeping the dining area nice and welcoming. The staff was friendly, and my food came out quickly. It's always a good sign when a restaurant pays attention to both cleanliness and customer service. I've eaten at a lot of taco places throughout the Bay Area, so I naturally compare every new place to some of my favorites. While El Halal Mexican Restaurant didn't make the top of my list, I still had a good experience and I'm glad I finally gave it a shot. Not every restaurant has to be your favorite to be worth visiting. I also like supporting family-owned businesses because I know how much hard work goes into running a local restaurant. They deserve credit for creating a clean, welcoming place and serving quality food. Will I come back? Maybe. If I do, I'd probably try something different on the menu instead of the tacos. Sometimes a restaurant's best dish isn't the first thing you order, and I'd be interested in seeing what else they have to offer. Overall, I'd give El Halal Mexican Restaurant a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It was a good experience, I'm happy I finally got to try it, and if you're in the Willow Glen area, it's worth stopping by and deciding for yourself.

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