Mezcal Restaurant in San Jose, California
Mexican, Oaxacan • Casual upscale dining
25 W San Fernando St, San Jose, CA, 95113, US
What people say about Mezcal Restaurant
Among the things people have to say about the restaurant include praise for their rich, complex moles, smoky Oaxacan flavors, nice patio, and an atmosphere that is lively yet retains its local feel. The tlayudas, chapulines, and moles receive some of the most complimentary comments, although groups of diners sometimes enjoy the covered patio seating area. Some of the negative comments about the restaurant include the fact that the cost of the meal may be high when drinks and appetizers are included in the bill. However, people who visit for regional Mexican cuisine usually go away quite happy.
About Mezcal Restaurant
Mezcal Restaurant introduces Oaxacan-style cuisine into downtown San Jose through family recipes based on chiles, spices, toasty tortillas, and sauce preparation. Among its most popular dishes are Mole Negro, which features chili, chocolate, and spices, and Mole Coloradito, a redder one made from tomato and chile de arbol.
Its menu is helpful to those looking for authentic Oaxacan cuisine in San Jose since it includes more than just typical burritos and tacos. For instance, tlayudas may be garnished with meat like beef, pork, chorizo, or chicken, and the kitchen also prepares regional dishes, which include memelitas, tamales, and fried grasshoppers sautéed with garlic, lime, and salt.
Its central location, covered terrace, and possibility of reservations make it suitable for romantic evenings, business dinners, and bigger events. The restaurant’s alcohol menu includes selected varieties of mezcal, tequila, and other drinks that are relevant to the food offered.
What to try at Mezcal Restaurant
- Mole Negro
- Mole Coloradito
- Tlayuda
- Chapulines
- Guacamole
- Memelitas
- Tamal de Mole
- Pulpo al Grill
- Enchiladas con Mole Negro
- Green Vegan Enchiladas
- Pollo al Horno
- Lemon Pepper Salmon
When to visit Mezcal Restaurant
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Restaurant location25 W San Fernando St, San Jose, CA, 95113, US
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