I have been comming to the one on Alma since they first open opened the meat is really fresh and if I come in with family or friends, usually order the special couple of pounds of meat with side sauce and tortillas order drinks separate. Or at times I'd come in for lunch and have a taco. Their tacos are huge fresh and delicious. One taco is enough at lunchtime. I don't wanna fall into a food coma. you can dine in they have a spacious area if you hold a little business meeting or bring a friend you can never go wrong with CARNITAS El Rincon any of the areas that they have they have different locations. I've tried the one on story and I've tried the one on Alma. They're always really sweet and if you ask them, what would be the best to order for the amount of people that you want their always ready to help you out whether it's for catering or for a party or just for a plate so if you wanna try out some fresh pork Carnitas, this is the place read more

Very helpful personal. Outstanding carnitas, good salsa & aqua de arroz. Will be back.

This location is clean and of course their carnitas are amazing as always! Their molcajete salsa is the best, super tasty and not too spicy. read more

Food was so good! Beans and rice were delicious. We ordered the mixed pork. It melts in your mouth. The restraint it's self needs some sprucing up. The ladies behind the counter were not so friendly or welcoming. They do limit you on how much salsa you can take. Overall good for take out. read more

Carnitas El Rincon - Keyes - Menu - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Even though there's a pandemic going on and we are to wear masks for everyone's safety, this establishment employees DO NOT follow counties law!!! Both cashier AND chef preparing the food, don't bother to wear their masks correctly. Can someone teach them the mask goes over their nose to cover nose as opposed to under where you expose all your snot to others and their food?! And yes, cashier touched my card, her face, the monitors screen, my food, whatever else and then stuck her dirty hands into the cups she was refilling for the aguas frescas. Nasty! read more

1 of the best Carnitas Burritos I have ever eaten in San Jose. Lots of meat, little rice, no beans. Great value for your money. Friendly service. read more

This is a little hole in the wall. I really passed it up twice looking for it lol. Was in San Jose and decided to give this place a try. I ordered 3 carnitas tacos with a water, it came out to $10. So it is kind of over priced for just tacos. It comes with just meat and tortillas and you add the toppings yourself. The carnitas are juicy and delicious and they give you alot. No skimping here lol. It is a great place to try I give it 5 stars on the food alone very good. read more

Carnitas El Rincon - Keyes - Carnitas with cilantro onions and chili verde. - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

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Super clean carnitas. They stuff the tacos too. The party deals seem just that, a deal. Highly recommend.

I needed to organize a low budget company party on short notice and Rafael came through with great food, great service and great prices! I had about 45 people to serve at 1 pm on a week day. The Taquero came an hour earlier to set up his grill and place side dishes and supplies on the tables. He had three kinds of meat to grill, rice, beans, chips, salsa and also brought canned sodas, water and paper plates, napkins etc. I don't remember his name but he was very nice, too! There was so much food that he left us with a full tray of cooked meat, some rice, beans, chips and salsa too! I really wanted to share this San Jose gem with my friends and fellow yelpers and also so I don't forget to call them next time I have a party. read more

This place rocks it with the carne. Carnitas, buche, barbacoa, chicharron, cuero...all sold by the pound. Got a good cross section of all the above and was a week of awesome eats. While I was there, the guy asks me if I want some salsa and as I nod he gives me a container. I load up on the red stuff and find a lid. As Im pushing the lid into place I completely smash the thing into the counter. The old matriarch of the joint looks at me and laughs... Matriarch - "Mas Fuerte!" Me - "Mas Gordo!" We both chuckle as I leave with my carnivorous score... read more

Meat is good. Beans and rice are nicely flavored as well. It's not the easiest place to park and it wouldn't hurt for the two women to welcome and smile. I was the only costumer there so it felt awkward. I they looked annoyed that I bothered them by walking in there. I purchased the meal but in other places they give you onion, cilantro, radishes, lime, and salsa. ($38.19 for meat, rice, beans, liter soda and dozen doubled tortilla. Heated to be slightly burned) I won't be going back. There's other friendly options in town. read more

Dang bro! I got to Carnita's taco's! ORALE Holmes! Hella good! The lil salsa bar is pretty legit too. I had to have some help ordering as i dont speak any Spanish, customer in line helped me out. You can get by without any Spanish but if you have any questions.....Anywhoo the Carnita's were really good. I cant wait to try other items too. They sell meat by the pound too. They were out of the chicken and beef that day so im hoping to try those next. The tacos were huge too. 2 Legit 2 Quit! read more

Carnitas El Rincon - Keyes - Caritas tacos, I dressed them up a bit - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Always fresh & bomb. Sometimes we order this for work meetings or I pick it up for dinner for my kids & I. This particular location is close to my house however there's no parking. You have to pull up or have someone drive you to pick it up so you can run in. I usually order by phone. Rice, beans, carnitas & tortillas. read more

There may be no single food group I love more than hole in the wall Mexican and Latin American food. Rice, beans, meat, tortilla delivery device. There's an outstanding place in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago called Carnitas Urupuan. They serve a single meat, whole hog, carnitas style. They chop it up by the window so you get that great waft and eye candy. Want variety? You get chicharrones. Everything is amazing. In the Fairgrounds neighborhood of San Jose for a dreaded DMV visit, I took a swing at Yelp for food options and was immediately attracted to Carnitas El Rincon. Yes, please. From the outside and in, the place looks legit. I ordered a half-pound carnitas, with rice, beans, and tortillas on the side. Overall, the meal was satisfactory. The carnitas by the pound were great value, but the meat was somewhat dry. Might have been my bad for asking for strictly meat, though I was confused at the question. Beans and rice were relatively bland. Salsa bar was good. read more

I was being a typical procrastinator and since it was my FIRST time ordering taquero services I made the horrible mistake of assuming every taquero was just waiting around for me to call them and book. I was desperate calling around EVERY one on YELP on a Sunday for a party on Saturday. I literally wanted to kill myself cause everywhere was either charging super snaps or was super booked. Called Carnitas El Rincon and couldn't believe my ears, the price and the service that came with it. Guy showed up on time on a really hot day! Had everything ready to go and kept everything packed the whole time. It was really hot so we tipped him with change and beer :) The food was delicious and he let us keep all the left over food! The price was extremely reasonable for all the food we got for 50 people. It's always nice too to not have to worry about feeding or bbqing on a hot summer day. I was really glad I found them and that they were willing to work on such short notice. Rafael was the bomb! I feel bad cause I kinda forgot our Taquero's name but he was super cool, respectful and accommodating. 5 stars for boss like service would totally use them again! you should totally use them tooooo!!! We got chicken (my cousin said it was the BEST) I liked the Carnitas (my cousin said they were a little salty - same cousin as above - please note that she is also knocked up right now) Carne Asada - I heard no bad things about it... my girls gobbled it up BUT it was the only meat that was left over sooooooooooooooo idk.... read more

The restaurant is a dump, the menu is only in Spanish and the cashier didn't speak a word of English. But the food tasted fantastic. Definitely lives up to "hole in the wall is the best food" stereotype. read more

GREAT Taquero!!! The value, taste, service and amount of food can NOT be beat!!! We used them this past weekend for the baptism of our twins and everyone loved the food!! They bring rice, beans, two salsas, three meats, onions, cilantro, lemons, plates, forks, ect...all for an AMAZING price!!! Then to top it off they left the rest of the food for those that stayed late!!! read more

Looks sketchy and there is nowhere to park but man the carnitas mix are the best solid 5 stars on food alone tacos are loaded you choose your own salsa preferences at the salsa bar definitely recommended read more

I have been driving by the taqueria for a few years now, since it just a few block away from my house. Frankly, I have lost faith in local food, and tent to seek out to destination good eats. I was wrong to say the least, the day I decide to investigate the place. This beat up, really taqueria does not look like your traditional taqueria. But the food is so out of this world. A little bit about how crazy I am about getting some good carnitas. My favorit and usual spot is in San Mateo, B street at La Pinata. For years, I have been buring $20 worth of gas to get my carnitas fix. While San Mateo has Salvadorian flare with yellow rice and carnitas frietas, which I have indulged for years. Cheerfully I have to say, I don't have to burn that much gas to get my fix, no longer. Enough of chit chat, here is the deal. I always order a super burrito. My girl friend pointed out, that everytime we order, she heard some smashing sound. I guess, they tendered the pork each time you order to keep the meat moise and juicy. Altough the meat is very tasty, rich in flavor, wait until you bite on the pork skin, you could request for it. The skin is simply heaven, my thought process was, you should indulge yourself once in a while to have some good skin, right? The last thing I like about this place was the the burrito is GIGANTIC my girl friend said it seem gigger than my face, which I love nothing more. The price is really, really reasonable $5.50 for super. The burritos was tightly pack, not runny at all, which is a big plus, I hate sloppy one. Added bonus, when I mention I'm carnitas connoisseur, the guy behind the counter, that I think the owner or some sort, even recommend me to one of the place in Gilroy, which I will soon try. Where can you find the friendly staff and honest pork like this. On a side note, the place is only a few blocks away from SJSU, and at the other side of Story road, closer to downtown that is. Parking could be a bitch sometime, and don't go there too early in the morning, or too late at night, I think they close quite early. read more

Didnt expect much when i walked in here for a burritto while my car was getting smogged next door. Damn, Am I glad I did walk in. For $5.25 the super burritto was amazing. At least half an avacado, Just enough medium salso to get some heat, but still be edible. The Tortilla was pefectly grilled and warm. Damn good deal. Highly recommend! read more

THE BEST CARNITAS I SAN JOSE! salsa tacos carnitas y asada made from scratch. tacos burritos quesadillas as fresh as it gets, and not forgetting the amazing taco salads from Rafa. ORALE read more

HELL. YES. CARNITAS. These are probably The Best carnitas I've ever eaten. They just melt in your mouth. I found this place with a friend on a whim and lucky me, it's right next to my work! I feel guilty for ordering in English (Lo siento!!!) but that's the only hurdle for this place. I'm gonna eat lunch there today. read more

I have passed this place countless times...its not far from downtown SJ where I work. to be honest its in the hood, not in a very good part of town. its in the same small business strip as a liquor store and laundromat. The place is very non-descript. and the interior is very out dated. I finally went there today, and I loved it so much I was compelled to write this review. The Carnitas were so very good!!!! juicy, meaty, not oily at all. seasoned so that you could taste the natural flavor of pork. I ordered 3 tacos, and they loaded them with meat. They do not skimp. There is an area where you can add your choice of salsa's, onion, cilantro, and lime. They sell tacos, burritios, and plates. They also sell their cooked meats by the pound. Its a total mom and pop place....it seemed that it was family that was running the front and back. English is the second language here, so brush up on your ordering skills in Spanish. Highly recommend!! read more

Carnitas El Rincon - Keyes - Carnita's Tacos...They do not skimp on portion. loaded with meat and very tasty!! - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Best place ever for carnitas!!!!!!! Not a place to dine in. It's a grab n go kinda place. Must eat while hot.

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Best carnitas I've tried in San Jose. I always get the super burrito all carnitas, it's to die forrrrr. If you want it for several people then get the big plates. I noticed some of their bad reviews are cause they don't speak English. Um well duh if you want true authentic bomb ass Mexican food you're not gonna find anything but MEXICANS! Figure it out and eat here it's worth it!!! read more

I was looking to try something new so I gave this place a try. After taking the first bite I was in Carnita heaven. Love it. I definitely recommend it. The place is pretty small but the food is great read more

I love the carnitas at this restaurant. The service is good and the people taking your order and serving your food are very pleasant. They have other food selections but the carnitas are my favorite. read more

Carnitas El Rincon - Keyes - This is just a picture from outside. - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

Carnitas is not something that I buy frequently mainly because I do not eat a lot of pork BUT thse carnitas are good. It is easy to miss this place because it is in between two other businesses. I bought 1 lb of carnitas and took them to go. I made my own tortillas at home and used my own salsa and everything turned out great. The pork has a great flavor and the meat not dry at all. For about $7.00 per lb, you can't complain. I will definately be back if my carnitas craving strikes. read more

The carnitas here are delicious and taste fresh. The rice and beans also taste great. It was mostly clean inside. Sure they can use some renovations, but the carnitas more than make up for it! read more

Best carnitas I've ever had! They sell the carnitas by pound and they also have carnitas mixtas with orejas and buches. Their salsas are really good and their chiles & veggies en vinagre are sooo good. read more

Was recommended this place from a coworker- after dropping by and taking a few lbs of carnitas and a huge burrito to go.... All I have to say is wow ! Bomb ass carnitas & a huge burrito ! If you want carnitas and carnitas only come here , small humble little place but don't judge a book. Recommend this place read more

A Mexican food restaurant that focuses on carnitas. The carnitas are delicious. The menu is very simple all they sell is pork carnitas, buche, cueros, chicharrones tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and a plate with the above meats with rice and beans. It's a clean little spot with an open salsa bar. The Super burritos are huge and prices are good. Best spot in San Jose I've been to. read more

Carnitas El Rincon - Keyes - Mexican Near Me - San Jose, California

I just came here while getting a smog check next door , didn't expect much but I had the best damn carnitas tacos IN MY LIFE!

I had to stop when I saw carnitas om the side of the building and in the front window. I ordered a carnitas burrito.....it was colossal for $6!!!! I was driving north to Humboldt and I munched on it my whole 6 hr trip. So good! I now hate where I live a little bit more, we havr the worst mexican food up here read more

The group that came in after I got served before us. Menus and James Exedra they took a while to take her order it was a little bit busy but not enough to be that lagged my boyfriend and my daughter ordered some food and their food came out and it was cold not only cold but it was wrong it wasn't the right order my food was a little undercooked the service was kind of crappy felt very rushed felt like almost like I was being treated with racism because I'm white I don't know if it was just a bad day or what but I know before my boyfriend was hella ranting about this place thing but it had a really amazing food so our expectations were pretty much ruined never coming here again read more

The carnitas and buche are good. However, they are cheap w the salsa and the tortillas. The tortillas are advertised as being hand made but they are not. The place is stuffy and looks dirty. You walk out of there smelling disgusting. Oh, and you must go early because they run out FAST! read more

Tell me why it took 20 minutes to make a basic burrito. When I am the ONLY customer. Never coming back to this place. They had 5 people working and no one took my order at the counter until I asked. Usually, I would but I was getting my car smoged next door so I was stranding. Avoid this place, I'm not sure how they have such great reviews. read more

I never been in a place like this!!! The building its not the best it self But since im rating the food Man im from muchoacan near zinapecuaro i have experiance the real and autentic zinapecuaro flavor full (carnitas) You will never go wrong about this particular place realy realy realy The best i ever had read more

Just needed a local place that sold carnitas by the lb for a taco night I was having with friends and Carnitas El Rincon delivered. Unfortunately they didn't have any carne asada but they had a couple other types of meat which looks too adventurous for my taste for a first timer. Next time I'll try some cuero and get a burrito or taco. read more

Cuero! Go have some. That's pig skin that's been seasoned and cooked until tender like soft tendons you find in pho, and so flavorful! They put cuero in the carnitas tacos but I recommend straight cuero tacos. Only three stars since the carnitas and barbacoa tacos were seriously bland. Carnitas didn't have any crispy parts either. Disclaimer: this is my only experience eating cuero. read more