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    3.9 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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    Al pastor
    Rosie W.

    Is this San Jose's best kept secret for Mexican food happy hour?? We recently found out they started a happy hour, and it's honestly hard to beat. I don't know where else you can find $2 tacos anymore--and that even includes birria. The birria tacos don't come with consommé, but honestly, they're packed with so much meat in every bite that you don't even miss it. They also have $3 volcanes (kind of like a tostada), which were super tasty, and the $6 margaritas were strong in the best way. Plus, the chips tasted fresh, which always makes a difference. On top of the food, the customer service was amazing--friendly, welcoming, and just overall a great vibe, good music. Street parking was easy to find on a weekday too.

    Juan Pablo A.

    I've been here several times and have tried a variety of dishes, and everything has been consistently delicious. My personal favorites are the fried quesadillas and the carne asada nachos--they're absolutely amazing and the main reason I keep coming back. Definitely a great spot if you're craving authentic Mexican food!

    Chile verde
    Chris F.

    I stopped by after work on a Monday. There's was plenty of seating. I ordered the Guacamole, Chile Verde Plate, and a Michelada. The chips and guacamole were good. The chile verde has a hint of sweetness I wasnt used to. The Michelada was a typical michelada.

    Volcan pastor
    Joy M.

    Alma was our waitress again and she remembered us from last week. She is super friendly and very accommodating. We came back to Happy Hour. This time I tried the tacos for $2. Birria & pastor. Very delicious for both. My husband tried the Pambazo and Volcan and both were very tasty as well. We tried different margaritas this time. Pineapple and Mango. Both were super delicious. Will definitely coming back to try more.

    Fancypants X.

    My bf ordering an individual-sized trompo of al pastor reminds me of those "his greed sickens me" cat memes lol. A visually-impressive tower of marinated pork, there was enough to make upwards of 10 tacos. We started with buttery-smooth guacamole & whole tostadas (I prefer tortilla chips), a refreshing michelada (although I didn't care for the shrimp on the rim), & a sweet mangonada that went down easy. Flavor-packed chicken tinga sopes. The masa shells seemed to be hand-made & were substantial enough to hold the generous amount of toppings. The A/C was blowing uncomfortably strong inside so we took a sidewalk table & enjoyed the view of lowriders cruising on a warm evening.

    Sokna S.

    Food 5/5: Aquachilie was perfect, very spicy just her way I like. The shrimp was fresher, perfect order with some HH drinks! Margaritas were good as well. Service 5/5: Staff was great, very quick and attentive. Nice crew. Ambiance 4/5: Great decor, bar was small but great for a solo pick me up. Plenty of seating, parking is a but limited.

    Happy Hours Menu
    Allan Y.

    Came in on a Tuesday afternoon for a little lunch, they were not that busy, so we got a table for 3 right away. 1st, the parking lot is in the rear of the restaurant and is shared with a few other businesses, so it is very limited. Maybe about 5 to 6 spots. There are lots off meter parking on the streets around the restaurant. Queso Fundido with Longanizo and the melted cheese was delicious, one of my favorites. Street Corn with Mexican Mayo, queso cotijo and lime was very tasty. Carne En Su Jugo with Steak simmered in tomatillo sauce, bacon, pinto beans serve with onion, cilantro, radishes and a jalapeno and 3 mini Cheese quesadillas was very good with lots of flavor. But it is different to what I'm used to. This one, the broth is a lot thicker like chile verde. Chilaquiles Verde with Scramble Eggs and Pork Chorizo was a hit with lots of flavor. The service here is great, they kept checking on us to make sure everything was good and kept our water glasses full.

    Vegan Tostadas (2)
    Spencer M.

    It is RARE that the standard level of spice (heat) at a restaurant is spicy enough to make my tongue tingle. I was impressed by this restaurant and how it met my heat baseline AND was delicious! There weren't many vegan options on the menu but I'm sure more items could be customized. The staff was very friendly and the vibe was definitely that of a poppin lunch spot but also a turn up joint for the evening.

    Drink menu
    Tiffany R.

    Going in we were seated right away. Service was great, multiple servers would check in on us. Orange and Pineapple mimosa was great. We ordered, Tres Leches French toast and Mexican Eggs Benedict, it was with sourdough toast and they added avocado and tomato. Since it's the holidays they also had The Grinch playing in the background so that was cute.

    Molcajete de carnes
    Jennifer N.

    We came for my friends graduation during the week and originally had made a reservation for 5 people. We had extra friends join us and we came in letting them know and they were able to accommodate us with not problem! The food was great, I got a molcajete de carnes and it was delicious! They recently remodeled the place and it looks great! They never dissapoint!

    Breakfast Omelet
    Tamela S.

    Food: 5 Food portion: 5 Ambiance: 5 Service (Andrew): 5 Came here today with co-workers. This was my first time back at this location since they re-opened. The location is bright and clean. We were greeted by Andrew who ended up being our server. He is was so nice, attentive and was professional. We ordered the following: My co-worker wanted Breakfast so I can't remember what she ordered - it looked like an omelet. She said it was good. My other co-worker ordered a Breakfast burrito and he said it was good. I ordered the Pacific Catch Tostadas. It was a recommendation from Andrew since I am limiting my meat intake..it was good nice portion, the orange sauce was a little spicy, but it was good. I will definitely come back and I hope I get Andrew as our server.

    Enchiladas
    Vashti T.

    Let's start with the vibe. Very cute restaurant, we got there around 4pm and it was empty. My friend & I were sat right away. Service was great with great music to dance to while we ate. If you're not dancing while you eat, is the food really good? We began with the guac & salsa from the HH menu for $8. With it you get 4 large crisp tortillas. And we both ordered the enchiladas for our entrees. You can get it with red or green sauce, beware the green has a nice kick to it. Everything was delicious!

    Club Havana, 2 Piece Pacific Catch Tostadas and michelada.
    Kay O.

    Sooooo I have stupid food, allergies, and sadly I'm allergic to monosodium glutamate/MSG. Our server had no idea what spices were in the Pacific catch tostada so he went to ask the other chefs in the back. Sadly, they weren't too sure since the prep work was done ahead of time, but the executive chef, was in the restaurant, but not working. So my server, Roberto O., was able to ask him!! The executive chef came up to me at the table as our server introduced who he was since he was wearing his normal street clothes. The Chef offered to make me another version of the Pacific catch tostada, so it would not have any sauce or monosodium glutamate in the sauce and seasoning. He was so sweet to go the extra mile in assisting me with my annoying food allergies!! When the plate came out, I was astonished at how huge the freaking tostadas were!!! They had two tortilla attached to them, and as the first one broke it perfectly, caught all the fish and toppings underneath the second one! Lol I was so stuffed and full. I'm surprised I was able to finish my drink!! I will definitely come back to this location again and get something else or try another dish since the executive chef knows exactly what seasoning is put into everything! The cocktail was delicious as well, fully balanced and refreshing!

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    It was ok. Nothing to write home about. The only thing that was good was the soup. The tostadas actually tasted stale

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    Food was awful the employees just seem like they didn't want to be there I feel it though

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    7 years ago

    First time coming, good food and beverage. Definitely have to try the micheladas with shrimp.

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    Great food and awesome service ! Already have been in the place 3 times last month. Brought my family from out of town and they enjoy it all

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    Fabulous food!!! Drinks are amazing!! There are many different options to choose from. You can select small plates to share.

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    Food is top notch and waiters are very friendly. The only drawback to the place for me is the music is way too loud.

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    This is hands down my favorite brunch spot. The food is amazing, drinks are awesome, and the staff is always delightful.

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    Is this restaurant still in business? The website says this location is now an Astroid Burger. But there are recent reviews on the same dates saying this is Tostadas. But this location of Tostadas isn't listed on the Tostada's website.

    The Astroid Burger is next door. Tostadas is still open.

    Do they have café de olla?

    Not sure sorry, I know they offer alcohol fueled coffee creations. Very Good!!!

    How's the parking around 3pm?

    Every day is different. Usually from 3-4 is downtime so you won’t have an issue with parking during the week but weekends we can’t really say.

    Can we make reservations? How come the phone is disconnected?

    For parties above 6 they take soft reservations but otherwise it's come and wait.

    When is breakfast and lunch served until?

    All day everyday 🎭

    Any good vegetarian options?

    Yes checkout their website for all options

    Are dogs allowed on the patio or is this place lacking a heart?

    Dogs are okay on our patio

    Do you guys have any gluten-free options?

    They do, my GF friend was able to find many options as they use corn tortillas etc

    What are the hours and do they allow dine in now?

    Not quite sure on hours either, we usually go for brunch. So good!! But I would suggest calling & making a reservation, they get busy! :) Yes- on the dine in.

    Will you be open regular hours on 4th of July?

    Can anyone explain the room fee that is being charged?

    6 or more anywhere in life is a grautity ... Room fees are never a real thing 😂

    Do you have happy hour and/or daily specials?

    When I visited on June 28, 2021, they did not offer any happy hours or daily specials. However, the servers do make great recommendations.

    Is the outdoor dining dog-friendly?

    We took our dog and it was perfectly fine.

    Do they have bottomless mimosas?

    They don't, but they should

    Kid friendly? High chairs?

    Yes good kid options to eat and I saw couple high chairs

    Are the chilaquiles spicy?

    My friend had their chilaquiles with salsa verde and she said it was spicy

    Do they offer happy hour?

    Doesn't look like it. They close 3pm some days.

    Is this place open yet? Or when does it open?

    Opened 6/6/19

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    Saw Acopio on Apple Map's best SJ restaurant guide for some time now, always wanted to give them a…read moretry. The right time has some because we are celebrating our anniversary so we picked a quiet time and book a table to enjoy our dinner. To my surprise, the restaurant is not too big and it was pretty crowded when we arrived, I am so glad we booked a table or we might have to wait for sometime. Based on the recommendations by the yelpers we ordered some popular dishes and they were all excellent! Definitely worth the recommendations.

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    Good to have a healthy option nearby if you're on lunch break from jury duty at Santa Clara County…read moreHall of Justice down the street. Ordered food online via their website and drove there to pickup. Timing was prompt but my order didn't pickup via the automated machine scanner, so I knocked on the window and someone was kind to help me. Pick-up food hall parking is small and crowded during peak hours, but at least it goes fast since it's all pick-up. 1 lunch entrée + one-size smoothie cost were both fresh, but I found the protein portions meager for the price as it was just a few pieces of meat, heavily tofu and all vegetables. (See attached photos for reference) $15.65 Palmita Power Ensalada 3 Palmita proteins: chicken, carnitas, and tofu on a base of ensalada greens, cauliflower & red cabbage, taco seasoned corn and black beans, fresh tomatillos, pickled onion, cilantro garnish, & choice of palmita house sauces // gluten, dairy, soy, & refined sugar free $5.65 Green Smoothie whole spinach, pineapple, and banana with a dash of lime juice and house coconut milk // gluten, dairy, soy // zero added sugar // 100% plant based

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    $$

    Sixteen years ago, I left a one-star review because my order came with cheese after I specifically…read morerequested no cheese while pregnant. Looking back, I think it's time to give credit where credit is due. These days, I regularly order the Havasu Salad with salmon, and it's fantastic. The portion is enormous, the ingredients are fresh, and it's one of the few salads that actually feels like a complete meal. The salmon pairs perfectly with it, and I always leave full and happy. One order mistake from 16 years ago shouldn't outweigh years of consistently good food. If you're a salad lover, definitely give the Havasu Salad a try.

    This was an unexpected lunch outing at Rio Adobe Southwest Cafe after a quick trip to Kaiser. My…read morefriend Will was craving Mexican, and we landed here. With over 900 reviews, I had high hopes--and I'm glad to say my meal delivered. Food (4.5 stars) + The two-taco combo (about $13) was a win for me. I chose carnitas and adobada (that saucy red mole-like one!). The adobada was rich, flavorful, and unique, while the carnitas, although a bit dry, had a nice smokiness. The sweet bite of the onions really balanced the tacos--maybe a touch more cilantro and onions next time. + Kat's carnitas burrito was bright red and juicy (I found it perfect, even if she thought it was a tad dry). I think they put some similar yummy sauce as the adobada. Generous portion, meaty, and delicious. + Will's carne asada quesadillas were cheesy and tender. He found them bland, but I thought they were fine. Plus, the generous guac portion (even if it needed a squeeze of lime) was a nice touch. + The salsa bar deserves a shout-out. Mixing the spicy corn-bean blend with hot salsa and pico de gallo? That's a flavor bomb right there. - Carne asada nachos, while generous, fell flat. There was also quite a generous portion of guacamole along with sour cream. My only complaint is the meat lacked that smokiness or char of most asadas. It felt bland--almost taste boiled. I took the meat home to doctor it up! Service/Ambiance (4 stars) + I put this under service because I'm a fan of the unexpected and getting chips with our meal was a nice touch. Bonus Star! ~ You order at the counter, grab your own drinks. Staff were minimal but efficient enough for what it was. It's casual--not full service, but they get the job done. ~ Ambiance is simple--nothing fancy. You've got a salsa bar, a drink station, and it's very much a "grab a table" kind of place. Overall, for a quick, affordable sit-down Mexican spot, it hit the spot for me. My friends rated it 3.5 stars, but I loved it. I'd come back for the carnitas burrito and salsa bar alone!

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