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Mezcal Bistro & Bar

25 West San Fernando St., San Jose, CA 95113
408 283-9595
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Ranked #18 of 949 restaurants in San Jose
4.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Cuisines: Mexican
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California Bay Area
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

This was one of the worst restaurant meals I have ever had. Three of us arrived, without reservations, at 6 pm. Although the restaurant was nearly empty, we were asked to eat in the outside courtyard as most inside tables were reserved. This, actually, turned out to be the best part of the evening because the outside dining area was... More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

I walked in and the place was pretty full, even before 6pm, with two big parties. I was welcomed to sit at the bar, which I did, and the service was very good. The bartender was very busy - I lost track of the number of margarita's he turned out. The food was a big surprise - it was gourmet... More

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NC
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

The food was very good. I had one of the 3 moles and was not disappointed. I was with a group of 7 though and the service was not great. For the record our server looked like she had about 10 tables at once so not having attentive service at all moments was understandable. However she refused to split the... More

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San Jose, CA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

We visited the restaurant on a Saturday evening for an early dinner hoping to avoid the dinner rush in downtown San Jose. When we arrived at the restaurant there was only one other table seated but shortly thereafter several large groups descended into the restaurant and filled it and we both knew that we needed to order quickly or perhaps,... More

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Waimea, Hawaii
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

We definitely enjoyed this meal. We are used to Tex-Mex, and this was a welcome change. The mole's were very good and the guacamole prepared tableside was excellent. The atmosphere was nice and the servers were friendly and knowledgeable. Moderately priced menu with good beer and mezcal selection. We will definitely return. More

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Ottawa, Canada
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2011

We went very early so we didn't need a reservation. Staff were very helpful and efficient. The food was really good, and they have a wide variety of dishes. I had a watermelon margarita which was a good size, but not cheap ($9). Overall we were happy with it! More

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Yelm, WA
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

Nice location in downtown SJ, good atmosphere, excellent service. Get there before 7pm for happy hour. The Mezcalritas were good, not great, but a bargain at 5 bucks. On the other hand, the calamari was outstanding, large portion, and the entree I had with pork and the sweeter dark mole was really really good. Highly recommend. More

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Santarem, Portugal
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2011

the ribs spread with honey, God! the very good wine, excellent service More

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Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2011

The atmosphere was wonderful! The foodvwas wonderful! The only complaint was the service. The place was full with not enough waitress/waiters. I felt sorry for our waitress as she had waybtoo many tables! Otherwise, this place was great! More

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ducka62
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011

We have visited this Restaurant multiple times. Since the very first time and up till the most recent we are always impressed with the service and food. We will continue to go here and will always bring friends and family who have never been to try it. Great food and service. More

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