Tuan Dao
Such a cute Mexican restaurant off of Del Monte in Seaside. (The entrance to the parking lot is on Broadway). The decorations and ambience were both colorful and fun. Our waitress was super welcoming and attentive.
Unfortunately, the food was very frustrating. I say frustrating because they CAN be better. The potential for amazing food is clearly there, but there were a couple of stumbles that made it hard to swallow. For example, their red salsa was amazing, full of flavor and tasted fresh. On the other hand, the green salsa, while still fresh tasting and had a good level of heat, was bland, very under-seasoned and needed more acidity and salt.
The beans were blended smooth and creamy; I liked them, my lunch date did not. Steak fajitas - awesome, tamale - broken and cooked unevenly. Shrimp cocktail: the tomato sauce with avocado and onion was great! I probably could have drank it. Then... We got to the shrimps in the shrimp cocktail...the texture and taste were clear indicators that they were frozen precooked shrimps. You might be able to do serve that in a land-locked state but not in Monterey, where other local restaurants are serving fresh shrimp.
Hopefully they find a way to bring consistency to the taste and quality of all their dishes. Currently, it almost taste like different cooks are making different sauces and dishes. It is definitely a place that I want to come back to and maybe even bring guests.
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Jose's Mexican restaurant is a small little place located in the city of Seaside. The restaurant has a very small parking lot that is very tight. The restaurant needs a little bit of TLC and could definitely use a bit of cleaning and some renovations. I decided to sit near the open door because the restaurant was so hot as if I was dining in the tropics. It was pretty uncomfortable. Customer service was great the waitress was very attentive and definitely friendly. The owner was also pleasant and grateful that I was dining in. He said thank you several times. My food was very good. Excellent flavours and a beautiful presentation. The plate was a true masterpiece and could have been on the cover of a good magazine. It was beautiful. Other than the restaurant being so darn hot it was a good meal. I really enjoy good Mexican cuisine and Jose's definitely delivered. Prices are very reasonable and the portions are generous. I rate this restaurant with four stars.
Dave Lonkani
Super fresh mom and pop taqueria. Everything had fresh ingredients and was made to order. Don't miss the ground beef tacos...I know what you are thinking...but it was great! Service was fast and friendly, the restaurant was clean and well maintained. The highlight of Mexican food on my visit to Monterey.
Lindsay Barnes Watkins
We love this place! The food is good and the margaritas are amazing! Nancy, Brian, and Elizabeth make amazing drinks and are so friendly! We always feel at home here!! Highly recommend- the enchiladas are chef’s kiss!
Jason Froehlich
Best Mexican food! What I love the best is when you cut into their chimichanga, you get all the good bits of meat, cheese, rice, and beans...even at the ends where most places don't pack it in. Ask for extra quac and you'll be in heaven. Get the shredded beef. They are amazing. Friendly servers, cold drinks, and a great chill vibe.
Ben Weedman
Small place but very busy was here on a Friday night and it was packed. Had a very small local cantina feel to it, staff was very friendly. Quite noisy but then again it was a Friday night so it's to be expected. Had the chicken nachos and they were very good lots of cheese and a good amount of meat, Did not skimp on the cheese I would say at least 3/4 to a full pound of cheese on them. Spices on chicken were good but reminded me more of a Jamaican Jerk chicken then mexican.
Scot
This is a small quiet restaurant. Friendly service and speedy meals. They do a good business in margaritas. My combo hit the mark. There is a small parking lot adjacent shared by the three shops.
Nebojsa G.
Great experience, very nice, friendly and charming people. Food was delicious.
Clean and well maintained restaurant.
Highly recommend
Cory Sloan
Jose’s is great. It has been our Mexican food standard for the last few years. Staff is super friendly and attentive. Food is great and nicely priced. Fish tacos and shrimp fajitas are fresh, yum and they provide generous portions all around. If the standard salsa is not for you just ask for the mild and hot (green) salsas.
Nicholas Eckelberry
great food. High quality and quantity. Did not understand why the pile of beautiful shrimp was served in lettuce for the mojo de ajo.. service was great.
Juanita Capie
Authentic home made Mexican where the waiter will explain all about the menu and let you know if they think you are ordering to much as the portions are large. Really great atmosphere and margarita's.
J McK
Busy but it didn't effect service or food quality. Salsa is distinctive- must try! Parking is limited but during dinner it wasn't an issue because other businesses that use parking weren't open.
Kelly B.
Always have loved their fish tacos and margaritas! Great chips and salsa too! Will be back next time I'm in California!
S Bailey
Super friendly folks and great food. We had carnitas (very flavorful and perfectly crispy), fish tacos, and a shredded beef super burrito. It was all wonderful. We also had a tamarind margarita (highly recommend) and Modelo Negra (very nice that they have it on tap)
Kyle Decker
Service was amazing and the beer was cold. Red salsa could use a little more heat and the green could use some flavor. Meal was good but pricey. Overall I liked it, just wasn't exactly my preferred flavor.
Julia Keller
This was the site of my husband's and my first date... it was also the site of our 2nd date. That was nearly 15 years ago, and they are still one of our favorites. The people are amazing, the kind of family you want to support! The food is fantastic and it is inexpensive and fast, real food at a great price, fantastic for a weeknight quick meal. Thank you for being there! Love you guys!!
Gary Baugh
Tasty. Service was good. Everyone was kind.
Food was delicious.
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