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    Tacos El Primo

    4.4 (28 reviews)
    Fri 8:30 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Sat 8:30 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Suadero, tripa, asada taco
    Sabrina D.

    Came on a Wednesday night at 10:30 and there wasn't a big crowd, but a decent one! Food took about 10-15 minutes to come out because there's only two people working. We ordered three tacos and one quesadilla and it came out to $25 so it's definitely more on the expensive side. The quesadilla was pretty fire - I got a mix of asada and pastor for my meats and I liked it! The meat here is cut in bigger chunks so it has more of a bite to it - I liked that, it's different! I would say this spot has more of a homemade taste to it compared to any other taco spot I've had in San Jose. No outdoor seating but there's a little table attached to the truck that you can eat at. No card payment. Cash/Zelle/or Venmo accepted

    Al pastor quesadilla and Al pastor tacos with green salsa and orange sauce
    Christine P.

    I've been seeing this spot a lot on social media and decided to give it a try. There is no menu to see how much each item are and it is cash only. You can call or text them your order. We ordered ahead of time by texting them our order so we did not wait long for our food. We came at 8:30 PM when they opened and there were already cars parked on the curb waiting for their food. You can see the al pastor on the trompo. The food from this food truck smells really good. Food: 10/10 It looked like they are known for al pastor so we ordered al pastor tacos and an al pastor quesadilla. The white cheese they use in the quesadilla was so good! I wonder if they make just the cheese quesadilla. The quesadilla was a big portion too. The taco tortilla is a bit thicker and a little bigger than the street taco size. The al pastor is SO GOOD! I'm used to al pastor looking like little bits and pieces, sometimes dry, or sometimes too oily but this place has big cuts of al pastor and the marinade was amazing too. The green and orange salsas are also light because it wasn't too thick and it paired well with the tacos and quesadilla too. The herbs and grilled onions taste very fresh too. Will definitely come back and maybe try different meats next time.:) Ambiance: The workers were nice and friendly. There isn't a parking spot but a lot of cars just wait in the cars on the curb.

    Quesadilla
    Charlie N.

    Hands down best taco spot in San Jose. The al pastor tacos are soooo good and affordable. Also try the quesadilla its super yummy. Sometimes the wait is a little bit long but it is definitely worth it.

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    Francis T.

    I would rate this place higher but DAMM does it take them a long time. Usually the wait for me is like 40 mins to sometimes over an hour. It is open late-late which is pretty nice. This place has really good (PRETTY GASS) al pastor tacos. Sometimes the quality various though. Really big fan with the pineapples and everything. The red sauce has a nice to kick to it too.

    Emily L.

    A lot of people were telling me about this place. I hope it is just a fluke the night I went. The quesadilla was better than the tacos. No menu, no prices and the signage was poor. Service is friendly and efficient.

    Best Al Pastor tacos in San Jose.   Disclaimer: they don't sell Pliny.
    Alejandro O.

    The Al Pastor tacos are delicious, the meat is so tender and juicy. The portions are great and the tortilla is nicely toasted. A++

    Quesadilla al pastor

    I have tried many taco trucks around the Bay Area and this truck has my favorite al pastor in the Bay Area. The adobo used is really flavorful and the meat quality is real good and juicy. Both their tacos and quesadillas smack, it's a must try. The salsas are real good as well. It's a real popular place as there's always people there ready to order, but that's how you know this place is bomb. That being said, their opening times are inconsistent. Sometimes, they arrive to the location at 9 or even 10 pm. It's best to call them beforehand to see when they arrive. But, they are open real late anyways, so this would be real good for some late night tacos. The 2 guys running this joint are real friendly and really created a friendly atmosphere. There isn't any seating. The only table is the small surface attached to the trailer. Make sure you bring cash or have a Venmo account ready to use. They don't accept card.

    Best tacos in san jose

    Los mejores tacos buen sabor y sazon y estan abiertos hasta tarde vayan y prueben les van a encantar buen servicio muy amables

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    Best tacos de al pastor in SJ. Always come here after a late night out; and the guys there are very friendly too.

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    Fire tacos and the sauce is on point the service is good as well respectful workers and the location is great close by the casa

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    8 months ago

    Dice mi novia que le gustaron muchos los tacos, a mi también, muy amables los trabajadores. Saluden diciendo "Hola Primos!!"

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    All they serve is tacos and quesadillas and this shit took 45 minutes. Good food but don't do it if your hungry.

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    5 years ago

    Best Tacos in San Jose. The Al Pastor is always on hit! Definitely recommend to try them out.

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    4.3
    (147 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    Before any of these food trucks became popular, we'd always refer to these trucks as "Roach…read moreCoaches!" Do any of you remember that? Whenever I'd hear about a food truck back in the day, the first thing that would come to mind is prepackaged food. However, those days are long gone! These food trucks are now capable of whipping up gourmet meals that could potentially rival any local sit down restaurant. At this particular location, the trucks only come out on Friday night, with 9-11 different trucks to choose from. They also provide live music and fun games for the family. They do provide 5 gallon buckets that are used for seats, and a couple of planks/boards that can be used as tables while you are scarfing down your food. Some folks just bring their own chairs, as those buckets eventually make your ass pretty sore. These are the trucks that will be here on Friday 10/30/15 333 Truck Chairman Truck Fairycakes Gold Rush Eatery Oh Miso Hungry Sam's Chowdermobile Sanguchon Treatbot Waffle Amore As you can see, it is pretty diverse. From a cupcake to a lobster roll, take your pick! Side note: If you plan on staying for a few hours, bring your own chairs! Your ass will thank you later. Conclusion: Who wants to keep track of where a certain food truck is going to be next week at 11:30 AM on Wednesday? Show up on a Friday night and you can treat yourself to about 10 trucks at once. It doesn't get any better than that. ***Minus 1 Star for some of the ridiculous prices***

    "Cream on the inside, clean on the outside. Ice, ice cream, ice cream paint job."…read more Plenty of food trucks to go around: Treatbot - Single Scoop $3.00 (Many flavors) The Chairman (Bao) - Steamed Tender Pork Belly with Turmeric Pickled Daikon & Green Shiso $3.75 Sam's Chowdermobile - PO Boy and Fries (Fried bay andouille with remoulade, toasted bun, and old bay fries) $8.75 - Sam's Lobster Roll (Maine lobster, warmed butter, toasted bun) Regular $16.12; Shortie $10.59 Tina's Tips and Tantrums - Parking limited, but free - Long lines are to be expected - Someone stands in line and someone save seats - Tummy was only hungry for three - Sam's Chowdermobile is always good especially their lobster roll. Super generous about their lobster! - First time, I've never had the Po Boy (andouille - slightly spiced) but it was good and oily though. Fries were bomb! - Chairman's pork belly bun was delicious, a wee bit on the greasy side - Ice cream flavors we had were Ube - Purple Yam, Old School Vanilla, and The 408 - Caramel Ice Cream with Oreos and Fudge. I loved my "The 408" so yummylicious! - Always a great way to spend time with your friends and family.

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    Me-Oi

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    4.5
    (17 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    I was not eating meat last Sunday and Monday. Gavin was transferred to Valley Medical Center on…read moreSunday. He was in surgery Monday. He broke his leg in 2 different places. I was working from his room to stay busy but after 3PM, I was getting antsy. After Gavin was out of the recovery room and back to his room, it was after 5PM, so I went downstairs to get something to eat. I ordered a banh mi chay, an order of mozzarella cheese sticks, and a bag of shrimp chips. I didn't wait long for my order and was glad that they accept cards. I was able to stay on top of my religious dietary needs and enjoy my meal despite everything Gavin and I were going through. + friendly service' + The banh mi was delicious, the baguette was crunchy, filling savory + the mozzarella cheese sticks were very good and comforting, too An unfortunate way to enjoy a meal, but I appreciated it.

    The food was delicious and hearty. The grilled pork was perfectly seasoned and lean. They were…read moregenerous with the fish sauces, and the veggies were very fresh. The kids gobbled it all up. The banh mi charsiu was yummy as well. The bread was crispy, and the charsiu reminded me of my mom's cooking. The people were very friendly and nice. It was easy to talk to them. This is definitely a new favorite for the kids when we run into them again at festivals. I can't wait to try more of their menu, like the Philly cheesesteak sandwiches and their noodle dishes.

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    G Spot Happy Tastebuds

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    4.2
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    2.6 mi

    El Tiburon truck. we…read moreordered aguachile verde, shrimp tosatdas, and a campechana cocktail.. everything tasted really fresh.. both the aguachile and the campechana cocktail were very flavorful! delicious if you like spice the aguachile is for you.. the shrimp tostadas are more on the simple side in terms of the flavor.. but very fresh.. veggies and shrimp.. add lemon and hot sauce to give it more flavor.. or sprinkle some aguachile sauce on them and your good to go..

    We had a really nice experience at G Spot Happy Tastebuds! There are a lot of different food trucks…read moreand options to choose from, although a few of the trucks were closed when we visited. It was pretty calm during the day and didn't seem to get a crazy amount of foot traffic, which I actually enjoyed because we were able to sit down, relax, eat, and enjoy the atmosphere without it feeling crowded. Between our food and drinks we spent around $46, so I would say it's moderately pricey, but everything we had was good. I had a birria taco from Mi Lindo Apatzingán, my husband got four tacos, and we also got rice and beans that we really enjoyed. Our food came out pretty quickly, definitely in less than 10 minutes. We also got sour apple drinks from Las Cherry's. The drinks took a little longer, over 10 minutes, but there was only one girl working at the time, so it was completely understandable. The drinks were refreshing and I definitely want to come back and try more of what Las Cherry's has to offer. I really like the whole concept here because there are so many different food trucks in one place. There's plenty of covered outdoor seating, TVs to watch while you eat, and colorful decorations that make it a fun but still calm and chill place to hang out. Even with some of the trucks being closed, there were still plenty of options. I would definitely come back, especially to try more from Las Cherry's and the potato food truck that caught my eye!

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    El Halal Amigos

    El Halal Amigos

    4.2
    (626 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    Halal
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    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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    Birria ONLY on Wednesdays!
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    Scratch Cookery

    Scratch Cookery

    4.3
    (727 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    It was Tuesday close to lunch. Gavin had a rough night after surgery. I barely slept myself, but…read morethere was nothing for us to do beside going through it and trying our best to stay calm. I went downstairs (we were at Valley Medical Hospital) to get Ronnie since he wanted to come to visit Gavin, and so since we saw food trucks, we figured we should grab lunch. + Classic Chicken Sandwich for Gavin + Chicken Tenders and Fries for Ronnie + Nashville Hot Chicken for me (opted for spice level 5) Food did not take long at all. They accept cards. You don't have to tolerate/like spicy foods to enjoy a meal here. The chicken was not greasy and was crispy and juicy as well. Fortunately, a little after we devoured our meals (Gavin barely finished half of his), we were given the discharge approval since he was able to hop/use the walker and use the wheelchair. Different food trucks line up the drop-off area, convenient for staff and visitors to fuel up. It's never fun to be at the hospital. The hospital displays the QR code so you can see which trucks will be there, so you can plan ahead.

    Come get your chicken on! Scratch Cookery serves Nashville hot chicken sandwiches, burgers,…read moretenders, and fries with spice levels from classic to 7 (ghost and Carolina reaper hot). The husband and I came here for lunch on a weekend. Parking wasn't too bad, but because it is located in downtown area, expect some challenges. There was a line out the door when we arrived, but it moved at a quick pace. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side with limited seating indoor and out. The husband and I ordered the Grilled Cheese Nashville Hot and Chicken Tenders. The Grilled Cheese was tasty with a nice balance of heat and tanginess from their slaw. The Chicken Tenders were appetizing, but it wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped for. It does come with sauce on the side, which helped. Staff were nice and service was efficient despite the growing line. Although a bit pricey, I think their chicken is good and worth trying out if you're in the area.

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    Shrimp'n Ain't Eazy

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    4.6
    (46 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    I was excited to see Shrimp'n Ain't Easy back for Gordon Biersch Night Markets for Summer 2026…read more Their Chop Cheese and Cheesesteak are still my favorite menu items, with juicy shrimp and crispy meat in each bite. Sometimes they provide green tomatillo sauce on top of the traditional orange sauce, which is great for cutting through the grease and cheese as it's tangy and sweet. We tried the Magnolia Chop for the first time and while this was great too, the hot link makes everything slightly saltier than I'm used to and is much more heavy and filling. I'll stick with the cheesesteak or chop cheese next time but will try more of their menu items going forward. Food arrives quickly even during the crowds and long lines at the night market. I've never waited more than 35 minutes combined for both the line to order and being called for our number to pick up our food.

    Really insanely tasty and decadent seafood tacos, hard to believe it's from a food truck…read more I just tried their Crab Taco and it's my favorite item now. Very generous with the crab and huge succulent shrimp. Super cheesy too. I'm actually glad it's not also vampiro style. Whatever you order, be ready for the cheese, because they are super loaded, and luckily I love both cheese and seafood. For the quality and generosity you get, these are well worth the price (Crab - $10, Vampiro - $8), and I was quite full after these two. Very fast service too, even during busy afternoons.

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