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Chez Jose

3.7 (252 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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CHEZ JOSE ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Nacho week!
Jessica M.

Made my way out of my neighborhood to try these nachos for $8 nacho week! Nachos were surprisingly amazing. They were very flavorful and finger licking good! Definitely a lip smacker. Only thing I would recommend is to add some jalapeños and to not serve their side salsa warm. Great portions, fast and awesome service! Recommend this spot for small and big groups. I did not get any beverages, but my folks said to the spicy caramelized pineapple margarita was fire.

Chips and salsa.
Mary M.

I love that this place is still open after the previous owners retired and the Urban Restaurant Group realized what a loss this would be to our community and bought it. They chose to keep all the original recipes and menu. I had my usual lime chicken enchilada plate with rice and refried beans, something I haven't had for 3 years and was happy it was the same as always although the enchiladas were a little bit smaller than before, I know everything costs more to produce, and happy they still had them. They also served their traditional chips with two salsas when you sit down. I always like the warm milder one, although they did charge us for these and wish they would have mentioned that, in the past they were part of the service. They were only $3 so not a biggy, but good to know. I also had their virgin blended blood orange margarita that was nice and refreshing. My friend had their fish tacos and was very happy with them. If you like TexMex food, this is the place to go.

Cod with pistachio mole

I've been at patron for over 25+years- was sad when first heard was closing, then happy -a lil worried - when heard was bought and to re-open- worry that my favorite dishes wouldn't be the same. Normally in years past- I'm with a large group but tonight alone I was craving my favorite beef enchiladas with their savory mild sauce. I worked all day and thought I'd give it a try- drop in & order some to go on my way home and hope it's still what I returned for all those years. Then? I read the menu- all the old favorites with a wonderful selection of new! I couldn't decide- finally... I chose instead to stay and try the crusted cod filet with pistachio mole, sweet potatoes and sautéed fresh vegetables- SO glad I did! Cod was moist and flavorful- sauce was a nice lite addition, sweet potatoes fluffy and vegetables were perfectly sautéed as well! So glad I stayed & tried it! Atmosphere was much the same- very warm and welcoming. Btw? I still ordered my favorite beef enchiladas- to go ;) Next time? I want to try the shrimp ceviche! Or? Seared ahi! Lil long review for me- just so happy! Chez Jose is still here- the old and the new!

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Kimberly M.

Spicy carmelized pineapple margarita was delicious - good kick and flavor. Pleasantly surprised by the nachos! Quick service.

Delicious McKenzie IPA
Joe C.

Great to see that Chez Jose is back serving Mexican food. The restaurant looks identical as it did in the past only it's under new ownership today. My go to dish is always the chicken chimichanga Verde which was a little drier than the old days, but still good. The chips taste the same only the salsa is a little different from the old Chez Jose. Overall, happy to see that they are back in business.

Delicious chicken quesadilla!
Kelly F.

Such a great spot love the food, drink and service! Thanks for always being here and for such a long time too!

Chimidogs, 1 with fries and 1 with beans and rice
Jane W.

My family loves Chez Jose. We've been coming here since my sister and I were kids and now its one of our kids favorites. It's one of a handful of restaurants that the whole extended family all agrees on (& begs for). Adult favorites are Goat cheese and bean quesadilla, Beef chimichangas, Squash burrito, and Chicken bowl. Kids favorites and the Chimi dogs, enchiladas, burritos, and quesadillas.

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Erin M.

We love this place and are so glad they are back. Food is old school and drinks are fantastic. Everyone who works here is awesome! Our whole family will be back on a weekly schedule. Be sure to get the margaritas and guacamole. So yummy. They also have several really great veggie options.

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We had a great experience! The food and the service were excellent! Would definitely recommend.

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Love this place. Good food and good people. Try the squash enchiladas. Glad to have it back open.

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