Amazing food! My husband is from Honduras and has been here a few times and loves that it reminds him from home. We ordered 6 pupusas thinking it may not be enough for the two of us but it definitely was. (And maybe too much haha). Can't wait to return! read more

A Hondurian cafe that offers vegetarian, meat, and seafood options. My friend raved about this place and I love supporting mom and pop restaurants so I had to try it. I tried the popular baleada, which is a home-made flour tortilla filled with a layer of mashed red beans, queso fresco, eggs and with or without meat (I got it with carne asada). The flour tortilla was just as other described - soft, buttery smooth, almost melt in your mouth goodness. The carne asada was dry and hard so I could've gone without. I bet a braised beef like barbacoa would've been perfect for this item. It also came with salsa and I selected mild which gave it a nice bright flavor. I also ordered a chicken tamale (they also offer pork) and I was surprised to find a whole chicken wing (no skin) stuffed into the tamale! I broke into it using a fork and hit something hard which turned out to be the bones. But honestly, this was one of the best tamales I've tried in a long time. Flavorful, moist, and a nice sized portion. It came wrapped in what I think was banana leaf. The service was fast on a Wednesday night and there were a handful of friendly patrons seated nearby. You could tell that they were regulars. The space was intimate with around 10-15 tables seating about 4 people each. Maya's Cafe menu has a wide assortment of dishes to choose from: serving breakfast dishes like chilaquiles, lunch items such as burritos, or soups and full on dinner plates with rice, beans, and choice of protein. There's even more selection and the whole menu is in Spanish so I'll be sure to use Google Translate next time! read more

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Pupusa Regular (cheese only) - 8/10 Pupusa bean and cheese - 7/10 Pupusa cheese & loroco - 3/10 Pupusas mixtas - 5/10 Baleada Super - 7/10 Camarones a la diabla / Spicy Shrimps - 9/10 Carne Azada - 7/10 Barbacoa de res - 3/10 Mole poblano - 10/10 Seafood soup - 9/10 Side of plantains 7/10 Flan - 7/10 Passion fruit drink (maracuya) - 7/10 read more

We've ordered from Maya's cafe a couple times including dine in and to go. Their pupusa's are amazing and pretty much the only thing I order they hit the spot every time you have a craving. I haven't had better pupusa's in that area so it'll always have me coming back. Both dine in and pick up are very efficient and quick. I do love dining in though because the interior of Maya's cafe is so cozy it almost feels like you're a part of their family while dining there. read more

STILL my favorite spot. I always order seafood soup. It is in coconut milk broth. I always have to be sure I want to DIG in and pull apart a big crab leg. It's a fun dish. The people here are the most friendly people. The customers that frequent the restaurant are also warm. It feels like you are in your Tia's house for homemade food. The tortillas are fresh made too! read more

This is my weekly go to restaurant!!! Every dish here is delicious I love the breakfast, baliadas, carne asada and they always give me salsa! Did I mention they're salsa is so good and also the coffee with cinnamon read more

Maya's Cafe - Latin American Near Me - San Jose, California

Delicious authentic Honduran Mexican food. It's hard to find a good pupusa, and they make it as good as they come. Really good complimentary tortilla chips and salsa. High quality food. read more

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I was back after more than a decade. What struck me first were the prices. Most of the items are $20-$35. Inflation has affected most of the restaurants but I felt the price point here was very high. On par with high end and fancy restaurants without the ambiance or service to match up. Kids menu and some alacarte dishes are still reasonably priced though. We got ** chicken fajita- 4/5- $25- plate came with three tortillas, we opted for corn. The tortillas were a good size and thick. Chicken was wonderfully done and had an excellent char. Plate also came with cheese, some salad, rice and beans. I recall rice and beans being fantastic last time but this time around they were just about ok. ** cheese quesadilla-4/5- they didn't skimp on the cheese. The outside had a beautiful char and was filled with ooey gooey salty cheese. ** Super Baleada- 4/5- it was my first time trying this dish so I was not sure what to expect. But it was essentially a wrap with beans, cheese, egg and avocado. Perfect for breakfast. ** pupusa-4/5- came with a side salad. The salad had a zing and helped lighten the meal. The pupusa was delicious and came with - filling of cheese and beans. **chicken tacos-4/5- vanilla version with diced chicken, onions and cilantro, this was for kids as they are now taco fans. read more

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Stay away if possible. Ever since there was a change in ownership, this place has gone down in quality and gone up in price. The food is mediocre and priced at "fine dining". The service at the register is bad with a side of attitude from the lady employee. The ambiance is very small and crowded. Their "employees" alone take up 2 of the 7 total tables, they're always there eating or drinking at all times. If you want a good taqueria near by, I would definitely recommend Adelita's less than 5 mins away. read more

Man this is a hidden gem. This may be my favorite Latin spot in the area. They make their tortillas fresh and the tortilla for the taco was warm and it had a great fresh consistency. The Al pastor was amazing. I'll have to give this place a 4 star at the moment because i wasn't a fan of the soup. I tried the Sopa de Mariscos con Leche de Coco and it was just as described...shrimp in coconut milk. I was expecting some type of seasoning in the coconut milk but it didn't have much. But this was my first time trying the dish and based on the quality of everything else I assume that is what it's supposed to taste like. It just wasn't my cup of tea. I'll come back and try some of the other items and if they are as good as I think they will be out change this to a five star review. read more

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Pupusas - I love it. So happy that I get to eat one that I like and finished one all myself. The fried fish was decent - and big portion. And love how they toast the burritos too. Would be back for sure! read more

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This was my first time trying Honduran food, and I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was absolutely delicious. This spot is a bit of a hidden gem--a hole-in-the-wall--and like many of the previous reviews mentioned, you do need to be patient. I visited on a Sunday around 1 PM, and it took nearly 30 minutes for my dish to arrive, followed by another 15 minutes for my boyfriend's wet burrito. I ordered the fried chicken, and while the combination of flavors seemed unusual at first, it totally worked. The chicken was perfectly crispy and smothered in a red and yellow sauce. I believe the red sauce was ketchup-based, and the yellow tasted like honey mustard. The dish was served on a bed of crispy plantains, which added a nice texture. Our second dish, the wet burrito, was good but not particularly memorable. It seems like the real standout dishes are the traditional Honduran ones. The restaurant also offers complimentary chips and salad, which was a nice touch. While the servers were attentive, they were a bit reserved when it came to answering questions or engaging in conversation. The place is small and filled with locals, adding to its charm. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place to others. read more

Maya's Cafe - Wet burrito - Latin American Near Me - San Jose, California

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Grabbing a quick weekend evening meal, you'd be quick to dismiss Maya's as not a terribly serious choice for good food, but they do a very solid job on their Honduran eats. It's certainly not the tightest operation being run, so be ready to adapt on the service front, but for their solid portions of deliciousness I'd sure be ready for plenty more rounds. Overall I'd place it at 4.5, but I'm comfortable rounding up on strength of their menu. Service is well, serviceable, but a slight weakness on their front so I can see where mixed reviews come from. Our server was polite, but shorter on words when asking for recommendations so it seems a bit of a given you're expected to know what's what already. Food came out sequentially, so while it wasn't too long of a wait it was a bit of an awkward one since it still took 20min for the last entree to come out. We were mostly left alone afterwards so it was hard to flag any server down to let them know my entree was missing its queso and my brother's entree was missing tortillas (which I wouldn't have known if I didn't compare to my friend's sets). Then came time to settle the check which had an error to correct. Each thing by itself is fine, but it all added up to a bit more chaos than I'd prefer so YMMV. That all said the food is banger! I'd say it's enough to make it up for it, it also being a rather super-local hole-in-the-wall. The menu is grouped mostly by meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and then by item type (like specials, soup, seafood, etc.). Dinner plates generally with rice, beans, and tortilla. Cheese pupusa = 4/5 Solid on texture with a good amount of cheesiness for the books, plus a nice small lightly pickled salad for contrasting crunch. The dipping salsa was rather light though, which I personally feel like overall it tasted a bit light on seasoning (fine as an appetizer of sorts). Could just be a honduran thing though, cause the entrees were on-point on seasoning. Carne Asada dinner = 5/5 Honestly it's a pretty great dinner set that I had trouble finishing with a great amount of variety to keep you on your culinary toes. The plantain chips were perfect with a great crisp and oozing flavor (even the spilled salsa that was meant for the beef tasted great on them). Beef was a tough cut but I hardly noticed with how well seasoned it was and it just melded right in with the rice and beans, plus a nice crunch from pickles on top. Just all around deliciousness on a platter. Cerdo Tamales = 5/5 Positively massive and very filling. The chicken was damn near the most tender and soft I've ever had it. Like for real, this has set the bar for softness for chicken. Very nice as a cozy meal and lots of loving carbs. Just the right amount of seasoning on everything to to bring out the flavors without being overbearing and a great amount of cheese to complement the corn/rice. read more

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Such a great food; super tasty , well made and big portions. The caldo de Rez was super delicious; enchiladas , pupusas and much more. We were a group of 11 and we had a feast. The service is super courteous, friendly and agile. Definitely will go back and totally recommend. read more

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caldo de res was huge, packed with tender beef and big chunks of corn and carrots, the broth was so comforting.

The food is fresh and plentiful. A good variety to choose from. Price on the higher end but it is well worth the value. Give Maya's a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

I love, love this place. Offers both vegetarian and other meals that are exquisite. I definitely recommend this place.

chile verde was so good, pork was tender and the sauce had a nice smoky heat. our server was super sweet, gave us extra tortillas without asking. cozy spot with warm lighting, feels like a family kitchen more than a restaurant. read more

they are the Best! My family has been going there for at least 8 years now. Family owned business , very clean and food delicious , I have tried many dishes and even breakfast. So tasty! read more

*First time review, dined indoors* We wanted to try something different and went to Maya's! The second we walked through the door, the lady working greeted us warmly with a smile. Super sweet and sat us down. We were brought chips, salsa and ordered orange soda and coke. Hugeeeee bottles omg. Delicious ice cold in the glass. Bacon wrapped shrimp: 5/5 crispy bacon and perfectly cooked shrimp, not over cooked! Huge and 6 total (our photo shows 5 because too hungry to wait!) Wet burrito: 4/5 shredded chicken with red sauce. Taste was great just wish there was a tad more chicken as it was primarily rice. Very good, would order again. Really want to try the beef plate they had. Really love the warm servers and would come back for that! read more

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I came after the lunch crowd so the place was subdued. Latin music was playing when I entered. I ordered the camarones azteca to go. The music changed to Adele while I was waiting for my order. I like Adele so I was happy with the switch. It took about 15 minutes to make my order and I was on my way. I warmed up the meal at home and dug in. The bacon wrapped shrimp were excellent. The bacon was crispy and not greasy. There was a red (spicy) and a green (mild) sauce on the side. Both sauces did the job. There was a small salad with a sauce on the side. The salad sauce was also good to use on the shrimp. The rice was fluffy and tasty. The refried beans were good. Corn or flour tortillas are included and I had corn. There were 6 shrimps and I was fulfilled after finishing all. read more

This place is easily in my top 5 restaurants of all time. I come all the way from Ventura for this place and it NEVER disappoints. I visit my family who live in WG but this place comes before them (just kidding... kinda). I was hesitant to order on Door Dash (I was without a car this visit) but dannnng! The food was as delicious as it always is! Piping hot soup, rice and tortillas! The tortillas here are the best I've ever had. Gave my picky sister a bite and she loved it, too. If you live or visit the bay area and don't try this place, let's set you up a doctor's appointment because there is something wrong with you. Viva Maya's!! Este lugar me vuelve loca! read more

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I got to try Mayas Cafe through their catering, our friends ordered it for our gathering. My friends told me that it was a holenin the wall place, and if you know me I love these types of resturants. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Their tacos were delicious, especially the way the tortillas were grilled. There was an extra crispness to them,but still soft . The protien base was solid. Their salsas were also really enjoyable. If you like really spicy opt for the red. If you want milder but still adds that taste, go for the green salsa. But I need to talk about their pupsas. They are just so good, simple yet so good. If you like cheese and dough then this is it. If you like cheese dough and beans, this is it for you. If you like the pickled cabbages, combine it all together and you just get deliciousness. read more

Maya's Cafe - Plate with al pastor tacos pupusas, grilled jalapeños, frijoles, and the pickled cabbages. - Latin American Near Me - San Jose, California

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Dear Yelp users, Before posting any reviews, please kindly consider evaluating businesses based on their merit and the quality of their food, rather than solely focusing on their ambience. This is especially important for small businesses, as they may not have the resources to create a luxurious atmosphere like a five-star hotel. Let's support and judge these establishments based on what truly matters - the excellence of their offerings. The food was excellent, based on my friend's recommendation, I ordered Chile Verde. The meat was tender and was cooked perfectly. 2 flour tortillas were served with the meal and they were made fresh. Although the the food was late, and the waitress was so kind but she could not understand us very well, OVERALL THE FOOD WAS WORTH IT. read more

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Flavored food, good ambience and friendly service!! Good music in the background and screens showing soccer matches! read more

Great food! I really like coming here because the food is super good. You should try it out!!

This place is not your high class , bring your customer or first date kinda place. But still I rated 4 stars. Reasons are simple. 1) if you are a true foodie, you will over look the small shack like restaurant and give credit where credits due. The food is what I am grading . 2) The Price is reasonable 3) family own restaurant, and family run. 4) this is a family restaurant and they treated you like familia.... Awesome food. Go check it out. It's yummy. read more

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Been to this restaurant several times with my wife, and the food is usually quite good. I particularly like the baleadas and the plato tipico desayuno (con carne), though the pupusas aren't the most authentic. The soups are also pretty good. Most importantly, though, my wife hasn't found another authentic Honduran restaurant this part of the bay area. read more

Maya's Cafe - Latin American Near Me - San Jose, California

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Really like the fried chicken and the chile verde. The chips and salsa are just ok. The chicken is crispy and crunchy and flavorful. They serve it with a bottle of sauce so you can add more if you want. The fried plantains are also really good with the chicken and they are super thin. The Chile verde is tender and the salsa is great. Overall, I would recommend a visit. The service is good and the ambiance is welcoming. It's nothing fancy, just good food. read more

The service here was great, the servers were really nice to us and checked in often. I read a review earlier of someone making the mistake of eating with their eyes so I kept this in mind and ordered what i thought was light. Cheese pupusa was thick with cheese and this was really melty which i love. And along with a super taco, i was feeling satiated afterwards. Also washed it all down with a horchata which was sweet and tasty. Would definitely come again read more

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Walk in and sit down. And just wait for your delicious meal. Todo lo que venden aquí, es auténtico catracho. Créeme, soy hondureño y se lo que te digo. In the menu there a variety of authentic Hondurian food. From Baleadas, to desayuno tipico, chuleta sampedrana, sopa de camarones, caldo de res, y pupusas. Tienen también variedad de frescos, or Hondurian fresh fruit water, from Nance flavor, maracuya, Jamaica y horchata. They also have other drinks on the menu to choose from. Staff is very attentive. Food is brought quickly and is hot. I will definitely will be back when I am in the area. This place brought me back to my roots and my country. Gracias Mayas Cafe for the great experience! read more

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I had never experienced Hondurian food, and it was sure delicious . They have an amazing menu variety of fresh fruit water. My favorite was maracuyá. I had a baleada, chuleta samprenada, and my husband had Sopa de seafood with coconut flavor, which was delicious . And for dessert you can't go wrong with Arroz con leche Service was terrific, attentive, and helpful, and they will explained to you if you didn't know what it was. If I am around the area, I will definitely go back. Thank you, Maya Cafe, for an amazing experience. read more

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Pro tip: If you want take-out, call well in advance. They can get backed up. Bean and cheese papusas -- Maya's specialty and definitely worth trying. Can split as an appetizer or order two as your entree. Barbacoa plate -- the beef was tender and flavorful with a nice hint of spice. Good sized portion. Came with Spanish rice, beans, small salad, and flour or corn tortillas. Note: the flour tortillas are homemade and borderline obsessive. Chile verde -- the pork was slow-cooked tender and not fatty. I didn't try this dish myself but it was given high marks for flavor. Not too garlicy like some places. Order the Platano Frito (fried plantains) a la carte -- I beg you. This is reason enough to visit Maya's. Don't be put off by them being fried as it's only lightly. These are succulent -- perhaps the best I've had in the Bay Area. They are definitely your friend (see the menu). It took me a while to try Maya's but they are definitely in the rotation now. read more

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Lots of good food and everything is tasty :) I miss the dining in experience, but I'm so glad Maya's is still open for take-out and the food quality is still perfect and delicious! I can't remember everything I have tried here, but their camarones azteca (stuffed shrimp) and chicken mole are the most memorable. Mmm I love shrimp and what's a better combo than fried shrimp + jalapeno and it comes with a side of beans and rice, which is perfect! The chicken mole is tasty, authentic, and flavorful too. Mole is still new to me, but if you're interested in trying mole then come here and order a plate of the chicken mole with rice and beans :) Oh and you cannot forget about their crispy fried chicken! Fried chicken is so good and I remember every table has an order of their fried chicken back when I was dining in pre-pandemic. They also have pupusas, fried fish, quesadilla, and lots more on the menu. They have a large menu, so I'm sure you'll find something for yourself :) Everything taste authentic! Friendly staff and quick service. I read more

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I have been here before and was in the area. Food was delicious as usual. Lots of flavor. Only wish the Chimichanga was bigger, that size didn't have a lot of meat. Left a bit hungry. Still love the other menu items. read more

Maya's Cafe - Asada Chimi rice n beans - Latin American Near Me - San Jose, California

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Back in 2009 I was the first person to write a review for Maya's Cafe but I delighted my old page. This is my favorite restaurant. Amazing food and amazing people. I love the blend of Honduran and Mexican food. They have been feeding me perfect meals since 2009. Shout out to Flor and the whole squad for years of amazing food and kind service. read more

Chuleta sampedrana: OH. MY. GOD. Where has this been, all my life. It's a smothered pork chop served on a bed of...plantains and slaw? Anyway, loved it. Would def return to try other dishes! read more

Amazing food and customer service! The homemade tortillas are incredible as well! First time trying this place and loved it. My new favorite place to eat. read more

This was my first time trying Honduran food and it was absolutely delicious. I had the fish soup and it was a huge portion, with super flavorful coconut milk broth and lots of clams, shrimp, and crab legs. We also got a pupusa to split which was so delicious as well. It's a small restaurant but didn't have to wait and I would 100% recommend! read more

Every time I've been to Maya's Cafe the food is always excellent. The chili verde is very good, especially with the house made flour tortillas. The Pollo Frito is a great choice. The Honduran Pupusas are excellent too. Camarones Aztecs are fire!!! read more

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