Mexican Restaurants

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Taqueria El Castillito in the heart of the Tenderloin serves up some of the tastiest burritos this side of town. When it comes to sides, return customers rave about the flavorful and fluffy rice, as well as the black, pinto, and refried beans. The pollo asada, lingua, al pastor, and carnitas are all top notch, and one would be hard pressed to not enjoy a dish featuring any of these meats. The generous sized burritos can easily carry over to two meals for those of moderate appetites. Fresh made aguas frescas refresh the thirsty with flavors such as watermelon and …

In the tiny Mexican pueblo of Santa Clara del Cobre, craftsmen still utilize old methods to produce copper goods of high merit. This devotion to integrity and skill influenced the creators of restaurant, Casa de Cobre, on Big Basin Way between 4th and 5th Street. The restaurant’s name, which translates to “House of Copper”, is a nod to the people of Santa Clare del Cobre, whose belief to never take short cuts has been adopted by the restaurant. The quality preparation shines through in the food; fresh Dungeness Crab Enchiladas are bursting with crab meat, and the Taquito de slow …

Mezcal is a unique Mexican food restaurant located in downtown San Jose that specializes in authentic Oaxacan cuisine. This vibrant and casual eatery offers home-style menu options with recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. Mezcal is known for its signature Moles, ranging from mild to spicy, and its notorious Mezcalita: a bold cocktail similar to a margarita blended with mezcal instead of tequila. For adventurous patrons, Mezcal offers the Chapuline appetizer of sautéed grasshoppers with garlic, lime, and salt. The restaurant is embellished with charming red brick walls and indigenous Mexican artwork. Guests can also enjoy …

For a south of the border flavor in Lower Pacific Heights, Tacobar serves traditional Mexican style food made with local organic ingredients. The philosophy of quality over quantity is prevalent at Tacobar and is showcased by the exclusive use of line caught fresh fish, free range chicken, all natural pork, and all natural Black Angus beef. The house aguas frescas are freshly made and are wonderfully refreshing. Appetizers include Jicama Ensalada, made with grapefruit, avocado, cilantro and spicy dry roasted peanuts, and the Mexican street food staple Esquites, aka corn in a cup. Tacos include the standards such as carne …

More Massachusetts than Michoacán, Tacko in Marina is not a run of the mill taco shop. The Nantucket theme is difficult to miss; the décor features lacquered wood and polished chrome, while the staff dressed in the colonial perennial style of white polo and khakis. Quality of ingredients is paramount; house carnitas are made from Kurobuta pork and contain no sodium, extenders or added water. USDA prime American Kobe beef is used for the carne asada. Organic and antibiotic free chicken is sourced from Fulton Valley Farm in Sonoma. Tacos prepared, “Nick’s Way” are double wrapped with a crispy corn …

In the burros of the Tenderloin and Civic Center lays El Castillito Taqueria, awaiting guests to dive into their delicious Mexican entrees. El Castillito creates tasty burritos from a hand full of protein choices, topped with fresh ingredients and salsa. Generous, El Castillito is heavy handed on packing the protein in each burrito, providing a entree to will fill your belly and tickle your taste buds at the same time. Guests are offered complementary chips and all access to the salsa bar on every visit.

Taqueria Castillo B in the Tenderloin is a local favorite. The namesake quesadilla, aptly named Quesadillas Costillo is wrapped like a burrito. The spicy Camarones diablos delight seafood lovers looking for a taste of the sea with a bit of kick. With some of the tastiest tacos this side of The Mission, the al pastor should not be missed. Tortilla choices include the standard flour and corn, but wheat and spinach as well. Guests can order meat combo burritos, should they choose, that is to say al pastor and carnitas, or pollo and carne, etc. Whole avocados are used instead …