San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

Tavares, FL · Mexican restaurant

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Tavares
#24
of 72 restaurants
City Percentile
55%
rating percentile
Address
San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant, 1990 FL-19, Tavares, FL 32778
Phone
(352) 609-2243
Website
sanjosesoriginal.com
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant is a restaurant located in Tavares, FL. It is one of 72 restaurants listed in Tavares. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Tavares city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About San Jose's Original Mexican Restaurant

At San Jose’s, team members have a great sense of pride in everything they do. From the food that is served, to the gracious hospitality that is provided. On each visit, they’re happy to welcome you into their “home.” Their passion ensures that you... More

Hours

Saturday11 AM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Aimee Graham · Feb 2026

We've been several times and have found the food to be exceptional every time. Right off the bat they won us over with the salsa- they offer a non-spicy version that is actually a good salsa, rather than either saying they don't have a mild salsa or bringing a bowl of tomato soup and calling it salsa. The fajitas are delicious, even the chicken is very flavorful. The only thing we have not been super crazy about is the elote (Mexican street corn). It comes with only one half-cob and then more corn down in the dish already removed from the cob. The flavor of the off-the-cob corn wasn't the same as the corn that was served on the cob. The cob was fantastic... the other corn was so salty we couldn't eat much of it and the flavor wasn't there. We liked it, but it's kind of a pricy appetizer to

★★★★★ 5.0 victor benavides · Sep 2025

We had the lunch portion of the steak fajitas and enchiladas supreme and they were delicious. Our server Felipe was quick bringing our beverages and quick with the food as well. We ordered and I swear the food arrived within 5 minutes. Our drinks were never empty and he checked up on us enough times that we never needed wait for anything. We'll definitely be returning soon.

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 Jv_del08 Gaming · Jan 2026

it was ok, environment is amazing and the service but the food is not what it could be. my sister was so nauseated by the food she passed out on her boyfriend.

★★★★★ 5.0 Chris Robertson · Feb 2026

San Jose's is such a wonderful little Mexican restaurant located on the far right side of the public shopping center. My family and I have visited many times and never cease to be impressed. Weather it's the outstanding food, the super friendly service (Braden it's great!), or just enjoying a laid-back, family atmosphere, it's always a good time. Check them out!

★★★★★ 5.0 Larry Gross · Jul 2024

After running errands, we stopped in nearby San Jose's for a quick lunch. My wife ordered the Nachos Supreme, and I had the lunch size enchiladas and rice, which adds a taco but omits the beans. That works for me. Everything came out nice and hot and was delicious. With an iced tea, all for under $30. Enjoy!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Mexican restaurantRestaurant

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