Its nice to try and find new places to eat, my friend did the research and decided that this would…read morebe the place to try for our next get together. We met on Saturday for lunch. Plenty of parking available since the restaurant is in a strip mall. It wasn't too busy when we got there, but then it started picking up. There was only one server working and she was really hustling to meet everyone's needs. Plus, she was friendly. I had the carne asada burrito, it was good but nothing over the top that made it stand out. My friend had enchiladas with mole. We were most excited about dessert and decided to share the churros and Tres leches. It was a nice touch that the churros and Tres leches did not come plain, a little pizzazz since they were both served with berries, whipped cream, and a cajeta style sauce. Both of the desserts were so good and a perfect touch of sweetness.

Second time dining here, the experience this time was more positive. We walked in around 6PM on a…read moreFriday night and there was no line and only a couple of tables occupied. We ordered right away and were served in a timely manner. Chips and guacamole - 5/5 Chicken Mole plate - 3/5 Enchiladas- 3/5 Ordered lemonade for drink, which was never served until we asked for it again, towards the end of our meal. The service is not the best and you have to try hard to catch the servers attention. The food was better this time, but not as good as many other Mexican restaurants. It is not what I consider authentic Mexican food.

We went here on a Saturday night and it was not too crowded. We got two drinks that were both very…read moregood! The guacamole was much larger than I thought and it was worth it! The aguachile was also very delicious, I recommend getting this one! The camaron a la diabla was also very good! I would recommend getting that dish as it was very flavorful and had a good spice! Altogether a solid spot for food in downtown SJ and good ambiance!

Had a great experience at El Cabron. Carol is an amazing person who always does a great job, and…read morethe food is always good. Great service and great atmosphere every time! Go carol!

Karen, our waitress was amazing! She was super attentive and thoughtful, she was regularly checking…read morein, she accommodated all our special requests and didn't miss a thing. The food was amazing, very tasty, fresh and great size for the price. Music was not super loud so we could talk easily, but still in the background for having a good time.

Cristian was amazing and always on top of his service. The food was amazing. The aguachile had the…read moreperfect blend of savory, spicy, and sour from the lime juice. 10/10 will come back again during football season cause the outdoor seating has a very big screen for sports. Oh the double super michi was insane. It's 2 beers with like 6 big shrimp on the rim. Can't recommend this place enough

some of the best food I have ever had !!…read more I have been all over the states and into many countries but I make sure when ever i am in san jose I go to Zona Rosa

For a while, Zona Rosa was one of my favorite restaurants, the food was delicious, it was a great…read moredeal, and the portions were big. Unfortunately inflation and the economy has changed the prices and food sizes, but at least it still tastes good. Some of my favorites here over the years have been the salmon tacos, Esquites, Enchiladas De Camarone and suizas, and the bacon guac. I used to not bat an eye and order whatever I wanted, but now I do have to think a little bit more so that the bill doesn't get too high. This location has a super cute front patio, it's bright, light, and airy, transporting you out of San Jose and right to a vacation mode. Even though it's on a pretty busy road, the traffic isn't usually distracting. Parking in the area can be hard, there's a couple paralele spots and then it's all neighborhood parking on the side of the street with the restaurant. Across the street can be a little bit easier.

Came yesterday for the first time & they had a DJ outside spinning good mixes…read more We went to the front & was seated right away. Our server was Sebastian & he was super friendly, attentive & recommended us the goods. My favorite here was their enchiladas - red & stuffed with chicken tinga. It also came with a side of rice & beans. The pickled red onions that came on top was delicious as well. My daughter even loved it & she's super picky about her onions. Drinks were good, the michelada with the shrimps - fire. Paloma - not that strong for the price you pay, but it was still alright. Guacamole - my kids loved Sebastian recommended us the coffee to-go, super flavorful Overall good vibes, great service, good food Will recommend.

I've eaten at countless restaurants over the years, and I can honestly say this was one of the…read moreworst dining experiences I've ever had. We waited 1.5 hours to be seated while half the restaurant sat empty. After we were seated, it took about 30 minutes for anyone to ask if we wanted drinks, another 30 minutes before our order was taken, and then an hour for the food to arrive. Throughout the wait, several servers were gathered in the corner talking and laughing while tables--including ours--were left unattended. Unfortunately, the food didn't make up for the service. The meat was dry, lacked flavor, and the shrimp was so chewy that I couldn't finish it. It was honestly one of the worst shrimp dishes I've ever been served. I've seen countless influencers giving this place glowing reviews, and after eating here, I simply don't believe them. My experience was the complete opposite. If you appreciate good food and good service, I would strongly recommend spending your money somewhere else.

I don't usually write reviews, but I had to make an exception for this place! My fiancé and I are…read morenew to the area and decided to visit Willow Glen for some margaritas Sunday evening, and we're so glad we did. Our server, Karina, was fantastic and made our experience even better with her recommendations. She suggested the watermelon margarita, which was incredibly refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day. My fiancé ordered the spicy Copita margarita, and it was just as amazing with a good kick! We also asked Karina which dishes would pair well with our drinks, and her recommendations were spot on. The aguachile was fresh and perfect for the warm weather, and the carne asada tacos were absolutely delicious. Honestly, everything she recommended was outstanding. We had such a great experience and can't wait to come back and try more of the menu.

(3.75/5 STARS) Cute…read moreand spacious Mexican restaurant. The ambiance makes it great for date nights, work dinners, or girls' night out. Portions are small, but they have a ton of drinks. FOOD: Food is usually great. I remember them being better when they first opened, but maybe today was an off day? CHIPS & GUAC (4/5) - Chips came out hot and glistening, so I assume they are freshly made. The guacamole was good, but it lacked depth. It was creamy, not spicy, and salsa costs extra. I personally like it without salsa, but I can see this turning people off. LAMB QUESABIRRIA (3.7/5) - Consommé felt a little flat. I personally have had better consommé tbat was richer in flavor. It came out piping hot. Overall, it was good but given the price and flavor I wouldn't get it again. COD TACOS (4/5) - Again, portions are on the smaller side. The cod is small, and I couldn't really taste the salsa too much, but the fish tasted great and was nice and crispy. HOUSE LEMONADE (5/5) - Refreshing and sour :) SERVICE: They could probably use another waiter/waitress. Friendly and helpful, but it's a little slow. Overall I enjoyed the food and the atmosphere, but I'll stick to ordering takeout or coming here for the bar only.

You can tell right away this place takes pride in its food. The fresh chips and homemade tortillas…read morestand out, and theyre reason enough to come back. I had breakfast and ordered the tacos with huevos Rancheros and beans, and everything was fresh, well-seasoned and full of flavor with trying to be fancy. Good Food, Solide portions and pep0le who how to cook authentic mexican food. If your looking for the real think instad of a chain restaurant this is the place service was very friendly.

Great food. Great drinks. Great service. Anita was so helpful and kind. Also, live mariachi band.​​read more

I've been to Cali Spartan a few times now, and it never disappoints! This visit we ordered 12 tacos…read moretotal (al pastor and carne asada), along with two sides of rice and beans, avocado, and aguas frescas. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and came out hot. The tacos were generously filled, the tortillas were delicious, and the aguas frescas were refreshing. There was a small mix-up with our order at first. Our waitress accidentally thought we had only ordered six tacos instead of twelve, so we initially received six tacos, one side of rice and beans, and were still waiting on our drinks. When she came by and noticed one of us wasn't eating, she asked if we were waiting on anything. We explained that we were still supposed to receive six more tacos, another side of rice and beans, and our drinks. She apologized, brought our drinks over right away, and the rest of our food came out quickly. Even with the mix-up, everything was handled professionally, and we appreciated how quickly she fixed it. We originally sat outside, but decided to move inside because of the bugs. The inside of the restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a welcoming atmosphere. Since it was the Fourth of July, it wasn't busy, which made for a relaxed dining experience. The salsa bar was being prepped, but our waitress gladly brought us fresh limes when we asked. Overall, the food was delicious, the service was friendly, and even though there was a small mistake with our order, it was corrected quickly without any issues. We'll definitely be back! Highly recommend Cali Spartan if you're looking for delicious tacos and great customer service.

By far the worst service ever . I asked for a cup of ice…read morewhen the server came to give us the food, and we waited over 30 mins. I was almost done eating my food and still no cup of ice with water , I look up to see if I could get my servers attention and all 4 servers are at the bar chatting , laughing , gossiping and NO attention to the tables at all. There's about 10 tables right now being served. Food was OKAY, nothing special. I won't come back here again. No one came to check up on us after they served us with our food . We needed re-fills that we never got on our drinks .