Came to copita to try out food and drinks. The trompo tacos were my favorite, especially with the…read morepineapple. We wanted to check out the rooftop bar and got drinks with the bartender Samuel. He was friendly and makes great drinks! The roof has a nice vibe and we would come back again.

Sip Happens... and So Does a Solid Taco Night…read more My husband, daughter, and I were in the mood to shake things up with margaritas somewhere new, and our daughter pointed us toward Copita Tequileria y Comida. As we cruised by looking for parking, it was clear we had picked a lively spot--buzzing energy everywhere: inside, outside, and even upstairs. We were quickly seated indoors, though on such a beautiful day we assumed we'd be offered outdoor seating. No big deal--we asked, and they happily moved us to a shaded table with plenty of space. Much better. Drinks were first on the agenda: margaritas and a michelada, all refreshing and exactly what we were hoping for. Our server, Michelle, was friendly, attentive, and even shared some helpful tips about perks with our American Express Platinum Card--a nice, unexpected touch. We kicked things off with queso fundido, though a brief mix-up brought us chips and guacamole from another table first. Once we pointed it out, it was quickly handled--but honestly, it looked so good we ended up ordering it anyway. No regrets there--it definitely hit the spot. We hadn't planned on a full dinner, so we went with lighter bites. The tuna tostadas and halibut ceviche were a hit--fresh, flavorful, and perfect for sharing. I went with the tortilla soup, which was good and nicely presented... but didn't quite wow me. I've been on a bit of a tortilla soup tour lately, and this one leaned a little heavy on the tortillas (soaking up too much broth) and had more zucchini than I expected. That said, major points for serving it piping hot--something a lot of places miss--and the avocado was a great addition. One thing worth noting: I didn't catch it until later, but there's a 4% living wage surcharge added to the bill--and it's taxed. That caught me off guard, and I'm still not entirely sure how that works in California. Overall, a fun, energetic spot with great drinks, tasty bites, and solid service. Not perfect, but definitely good enough to come back for another round.

Stopped by for lunch, amazing service! Really good food Thanks Tanya for the food and amazing…read moreservice

Is this San Jose's best kept secret for Mexican food happy hour?? We recently found out they…read morestarted 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.

Mexi-Can Acopio is a…read morephoenix-rising-from-the-ashes story, as this building was the original home of Lorena's Taqueria before a terrible fire in 2012 forced them to relocate to their new digs on N. 13th St. Wisely, the family held onto the property for years before their chef-trained daughter, and the restaurant's namesake, Lorena, decided to repurpose it into a contemporary, elevated Mexican restaurant, along with her also chef-trained brother and a few others whose combined oeuvre of experience includes Michelin-starred Chez TJ, Alexander's-by-the-Sea, and Naschmarkt, to name a few. The Good: * A small private lot, as well as street parking, is available. * Reservations via their website * Outdoor, dog-friendly seating * Great bar program with signature cocktails and a nice selection of local brews on tap * Small, curated menu that changes seasonally * Great service from our server, Jayleen * Costillas de Elote (aka corn ribs) may seem like a nothing dish, but man, it was bursting with flavor and was one of the (many) highlights of the night * The Carne en su Jugo was a great riff on a classic French cassoulet, but with a Mexi kick in flavor * I couldn't resist the Duck Mole dish, as it featured two of my favorite foods in one savory and delicious plate. The confit duck leg was fantastic and fell off the bone, and the sweet and savory chocolate mole was the perfect foil. However, to me, the unheralded star of the dish was the fried masa brick, done up like a classic potato pavé, which deserves a special shoutout * For dessert, their rendition of Tres Leches cake was fantastic! The crispy turulete (corn-based cookie) on top gave a nice crunch to go along with the sweet cake, and the tart notes from the green apples really tied it all together for a complex and delicious dessert The Meh: * Happy Hour (Wed-Sat, 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m., and all day on Sun) menu and drinks are limited to the bar area only * Only open for dinner * As many have noted, the neighborhood is a little sus, but honestly, it's not that bad. Just lock your car (as you should everywhere these days), and you'll be fine--I promise The Ugly: * The number of people I know--or have seen online--who hate on elevated Mexican cuisine is kinda crazy. As if only French or American cuisines are allowed to be fancy--it's honestly a bunch of bullshit. If anything, LUNA has shown for years now that it can be done, and Acopio continues in that vein Conclusion: I had high expectations coming in, and Acopio met or exceeded every one of them. I'm a bit surprised they haven't received a nod from the Michelin Guide yet, but I wouldn't be surprised if one is in the works at some point in the future. Highly recommended.

They have a small lot in the back for parking but it can easily fill up. You are able to find…read morestreet parking near by if their lot is filled. Their restaurant is on the smaller side. I wouldn't recommend coming with a large group unless you have a reservation. I ordered the duck and was high surprised at how delicious it was. The outside was crispy with a soft and flavorful inside. Of all the appetizers we tried I would highly recommend the corn. As for dessert I wasent blown away by anything but they do offer a cilantro ice cream was that was unique. It didn't taste exactly like cilantro but it wasent bad

Check your empanada for mold!…read more We stopped by for breakfast and got chilaquiles and a chicken and mole empanada. Enjoyed our chilaquiles (do try this if you stop by), and were wrapping up our meal with the empanada when we discovered a chunk of fuzzy blue grey mold in the MIDDLE of the empanada about 1" in length and 3/8" wide. The empanada was already cut in half and wasn't showing from the outside or the cut area, but the mold was in one half of the empanada and I broke the other half which was normal looking. Thankfully we spit it out, and didn't eat the bite that we took. The waitress had offered to replace it but we said no because we were so shocked. We were kind of disappointed that the manager didn't try to come and address the issue with us. Just left it to their serving staff who quickly cleared our table and gave us the check. Might go back for the other food items, but definitely NOT the empanadas.

Located in downtown this is nearby SAP center. The service was good and food was good but nothing…read moreoutstanding. My favorite thing was the coffee horchata which was perfectly sweet and had a good amount. The food was okay, we got the chicken chipotle empanada which had good flavor but wish it had more meat. The steak ranchero and eggs was nothing special the meat was very chewy. The same with the steak sandwich the meat was very chewy. Altogether if you are in the area, the service is good but the food is alright!

Interesting concept of including pasta dishes and sushi at a Mexican food restaurant. I tried the…read moreseafood fettuccine, and it was okay. I enjoyed the murals and the music. The price points are a bit high. And hours of operation are limited. But, maybe I'll return to try the actual Mexican food.

This was a better late than never post Valentine's Day celebration for me. I have been wanting to…read moretry this place for months, but not alone. Finally, someone with the same cravings brought me here. It was a slow weekday night. We were the only customers there, so for a second, I thought my date booked the whole restaurant (what, a woman can wish can't she?). Our waiter Michael O. was AMAZING. He did a few awesome fire displays with our drinks, and calaveras! I enjoyed his energy as much as I enjoyed the food. I had the Valentine's Day special, which included a nice sized steak and a lobster. The flavor in the steak was perfect. Nicely seasoned, and tender. I ate the lobster so fast yal, I don't remember what it tasted like. But I assure you, it must have been good lol.

My husband and I had brunch for the first time at VeLa Thai, which was located next door to…read moreCalifornia Wet Burrito. We were so intrigued by California Wet Burrito that we came back to try it for dinner. Since I remembered that the restaurant had an outdoor patio, I was hoping that it would be OK to bring our dog. The staff members didn't tell us to leave, so I guess safe to say that their patio is dog-friendly. The patio area had a lot of seats, and I was feeling the hanging florals and greenery. The restaurant reminded me a lot of a beach cafe with it's laid-back vibe. The staff members were great. Very friendly and helpful. Their menu was much bigger than I expected as it included non-wet burrito items including your typical mission burritos, burrito bowls, nachos, tacos, tortas, etc. My husband had to customize one of the orders for his dad who had dietary restrictions, so he had a million questions to ask and held up the line. The lady taking his order was so patient with him and didn't rush the process. Our food came out really quickly, and we were served at our table. My husband, father-in-law, and I unanimously agreed that our food was 10 out of 10. My husband and I shared a carne asada San Diego wet burrito with enchilada sauce and chipotle sauce. They actually had several sauces to choose from, so you could mix and match. It was hands down the best wet burrito I've had in San Jose. The burrito was flavorful and yet not overly salty, and I loved how the French fries were extra crispy. My father-in-law had his custom burrito, and he said it was the best burrito he had ever had. Both burritos were massive by the way. Glad my husband and I shared one. Can't wait to come back and try other items off their menu!

I saw this place during the week and decided to have lunch here on Saturday to try it out…read more The staff is friendly, the menu is extensive and varied, the prices are reasonable, the place is clean, and it has a pretty decent outdoor area. I ordered a breakfast burrito - without meat (eggs, potatoes, refried beans, cheese, and salsa). I enjoyed every bite; you can truly taste each element of the burrito. The portions are well-balanced, and the outdoor space is very comfortable for savoring your meal. The only thing I would suggest is that they shouldn't ration the salsa portions. I asked for more, and they gave it to me without any issue, but I think they should supply more from the start. I'll have to come back to try more of their varied menu.

Nice store. Love it! Isabel was nice and explain all the…read moreitems in the menu. Bathroom is spotless and staff is polite. Also whether you having takeout or eating in, you'll get an amazing experience with your loved ones!

I haven't been to an Aqui in forever. I forgot how much I used to love this place. I usually go for…read moretheir swirls, but today I decided to try their chef special - jambalaya. The jambalaya was full of flavors and filled with fresh ingredients: shrimps, mahi, spinach, zucchini, tomatoes, and okra. It also came with taquitos and they were delicious. Everything balanced each others so well and paired perfectly with all the hot sauces they offered. I'm not a fan of the avocado dip. It was okay. I would rather just get the salsa and chips. The place was big and have plenty of seatings. However, it started to get packed and open table became nonexistent. Out of all the Aqui locations I've gone to, the interior of this place is my fav. Service was fast and efficient. They routinely cleaned the table and picked up any empty dishes.

This place was SO good! Definitely a place to go to if you're downtown. We went during brunch time…read moreon Saturday. It was super packed but once you taste the food, you understand why. It's a small place but has indoor & outdoor eating. Lively (Latin?) music & an extensive menu. If you have a large party or are with picky eaters, this place has it all. I ordered their egg scramble with chorizo. 5/5 The rice & beans were seasoned so good. Even as sides, as individual items they were DELICIOUS. The chorizo & eggs weren't overly greasy & the tortillas were good. My partner ordered the steak sandwich. 4.5/5 Flavor was amazing. The steak was a little chewy. The sauce on the side complimented it very well but not necessary as the flavor of the steak was great by itself. I ordered a strawberry mimosa, as well. It was really lacking for me. Didn't taste any strawberry. Just looked like pink champagne. 2/5 Overall, the food & customer service was great. Clean bathrooms. Good vibes. Will definitely come back & try the rest of the menu.

Went here on a Tuesday night around 7pm for context…read more Buddy and I walked in and then were told that we could sit anywhere so we told the lady we'd sit outside and she said she'd be right there. She came out a few min later and we order some chips and salsa for an app and both got drinks. The drinks took a while to come out and the chips took even longer which was weird. The server finally came back out and we put in a food order and we both ordered another drink because of how long it took the first time. I got the qeusabria Taco which was pretty solid given it was my first time trying it. I would definitely order again. My buddy had gotten two tacos, and the first came out and he had been long done before the second one came out. Overall, good food, decent prices, multiple seating options depending on how you're feeling, but the service was not good. Because of that I don't know if I'll go back.

One of the best seafood places in town don't sleep on them give it a try recommended! Great…read morecustomer service always coming around making sure one is fine.

Did not have a good experience. My friends and i were excited as we've seen posts about this place…read more We had micheladas which were water down, needs better mix. Had a margarita which tasted totally different, and had quesadillas one with steak and other with chicken. Both didnt have any flavor meats were plain. And also there was one waitress for 3 tables and service took a long time to get anything. They also messed up on charging our cards wrong smh

This was probably the best mexican food I've had in a long time. If you're down to share and want a…read morelittle bit of everything, I highly recommend the mixed grill parrillada. I'm still thinking about the carnitas weeks later. We got the size recommended for 2 people and it did cost about $115 (including tax &tip). Our waitress was so polite and attentive. She made sure to ask if we had any allergies or dietary restrictions. The atmosphere is lively and inviting. I would love to come again and sit inside the restaurant, but the patio was perfect.

Pros: - Pricing is good for the amount of food that is…read moregiven. - Great for sharing - Chips w/salsa - Ceviche was delicious Cons: - Service was very slow, even though the restaurant started to clear out. - Everything was dirty. Our cups especially. They mentioned they are running out of cups, but that isn't an excuse to give out water to the table with every cup being stained with Tajin. - Everything on the sharing grill was a bit bland. - Restrooms are terrible. There are only two single stalls and the line to wait is in the way of the workers, so we had to move back and forth to let them through.