Address: | 5679 Snell Ave, San Jose, CA 95123, USA |
Phone: | +1 408-362-3456 |
Site: | aquicalmex.com |
Rating: | 4.4 |
Working: | 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9PM 11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9PM |
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Jason Bombardier
Ima be honest; the food here isnt all that great most of the time. Sometimes one of their daily/weekly/seasonal specials is good, and I am always ready to be pleasantly surprised, but there is no reason why a quesadilla needs pumpkin seeds. No reason. Jesus didnt die for THAT. Food aside, the real reason you can find me in here almost weekly, is them drinks! YES! The swirl is everything you heard it was, and more. Their other drinks are well made too, like their martinis and my other favorite, the Strawberry Lemonade, but them swirls though.... These drinks are a one and done or a two and true, in regards to their alcohol content. If you can get through the 3rd one without catching a buzz, you have bigger problems you need to worry about. The service is great too. The bartenders are friendly and chatty, the folks working the registers are nice and patient, and the busing staff is ready to swoop in and clean any plate or dish that looks even remotely ready to go. I love this place! The only reason it doesnt get 5 stars is because of the weird, hippy-dippy food.
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Jed Shuster
After the last four vists...I wont be returning. Ive eaten here since they opened. Super saddened but their apparent greed. They have updated their menu to share more of the proteins in other dishes and stopped caring about the quality of meat they provide. Some super nasty bits in my burrito. They used to be SO good but clergy have compromised quality for their bottom line. Im saddened by their new perspective on the food. I have been going here for years and their fair prices, quality food, and great customer service keeps me coming back. The only downside is the size of burritos are just not consistent as they used to be. The carnitas burrito is my current favorite dish but everything is fresh and delicious. Edit; as I complained about non-consistent sized burritos my last three have been huge. ;)
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Ryan Freitas
First time at this location. I usually go to the downtown Willow Glen location. I like the layout of this location. It has a nice open feel and the bar area has plenty of big screen tvs to watch sporting events. I am very familiar with the Aquis menu and I have to say my new favorite is the Wild Rock Crab Cake. It is a lot of food though. You get a very crispy fried crab cake, two sweet potato enchiladas and steamed broccoli. The red sauce is tart and really accents the crab cake. My wife got the filet mignon enchiladas but unfortunately she wasnt very impressed. I thought they tasted ok, but definitely not as good as my dish.
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JR McKee
What strikes me most is the dependable, regular dinner entrees, can always count on the salmon dish, but if Im in an experimental kinda mood theres the ever changing specials. The combination of meats, veggies, textures, sauces and presentation are always intriguing. The food is fresh, combinations they come up with are clever and satisfying. The salsa bar, ambiance and overall experience is quite the treat. It does get busy occasionally, so be prepared to find a table and wait a bit. Once youve ordered the food is exceptionally fast.
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Nancy Fernandez
I Love aquis. My favorite location is the willow Glen aquis. The only concern I have with the blossom hill location is the hugh cell tower right next to the restaurant. Too close in my opinion. I cant eat here comfortably knowing I am getting radiated. Food is the best, staff is amazing as at all locations. Applause to the owner for such am amazing creation and concept. He/she really cares about food and health. I can always rest assure I am getting a good quality meal at aquis.
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Katherine Sun
Love Aquis for the industrial strength margaritas. Sometimes they also have a special industrial strength margarita for brunch! Ive gotten a passion fruit one before and it was delicious. I love that they change up the food menu with specials as well. This particular location is pretty great -- plenty of parking in the plaza and they have tons of tables inside with a back patio too!
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SabrinaRose Martinez
Should be five stars, but the food misses something for me. Just never had a dish that I whole heartedly loved. if you have a large group it is easier to have dinner mid week. Fridays are cray. Kids can come, but leave em home if you can and have a swirl! The true star of this place is the infamous, delicious Swirl! 21 and older for that sassy frosty delight
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Synthia Watkins
Its just simply the best local restaurant chain in the Bay Area. Their values as a restaurant have never waivered since day one when they opened in Willow Glen. Best locally sourced, innovative, and healthy Cal-Mex menu. Prices are perfect. The avocado dip is to die for and the specials are not to be missed. My friends love the swirls! I love you Aqui!
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Raghav Ayyamani
This place is a favorite hangout place to spend some time with friends and family. love the dips, margarita and killer sauces with tortilla chips, and other drinks. The staff is really friendly. This place has both indoor and outdoor seating. Pretty crowded during weekends and a great atmosphere for both kids and adults.
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Tammy Liu
Aqui offers healthy cal-mex cuisine, with various drinks also. Pretty good sized restaurant, great for friends gathering since there is no time limit and self-serve. Have tried quite a few of their various dishes and they were all delicious and healthy. The guacamole dip, chips and salsa were great!
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Paula Avila
Went there for the first time on May 27th really loved the atmosphere there, the drinks are Soo good(swirls) my daughter was always talking about that place, we live in Modesto but went to San Jose for a wedding and stopped there after the wedding!!. definitely will go back when I go to San Jose..
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Katherine Chen
Great, casual atmosphere. The dishes are really good and tasty. Service is really nice, but there are no waiters. You order your food, get a buzzer, and wait till the buzzer goes off to get your food. The salsa bar that they have there is really good. I definitely recommend going there.
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Richard R
Just like the rest of the franchise, this place has amazing margaritas, and good fresh Mexican food which really comes to life when you start exploring what the salsa bar has to offer. This location also tends to be a little easier to find seating and parking than most of the others.
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Salvador Gonzalez
The food is always creative and good. The swirls are great. Just dont plan on drinking more than 2. They are VERY STRONG. Pro tip, if you plan on drinking and leaving your car park in the VTA parking lot across the street. The complex owners tow cars nightly.
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Mark Bett
Really love this place, probably not as healthy for me as i like to believe it is but the food is solid and the staff are friendly. Only caution is that during busy times the wait for tables can be 20-30 minutes especially because its seat yourself
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David Albrand
This creative spot features a Mexican inspired fusion of tastes beyond what can be found anywhere else. The chefs creative genious is truly inspired. Fresh, organic, unique pleasure awaits your palate. Not a typical Mexican spot, better!
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Kim Nguyen
Once you dont expect this place to be an authentic mexican place, then it is a decent place. The food is tasty but definitely not mexican. The swirls though... Those are delicious there is a reason there is typically a two drink limit.