Cali Spartan Mexican Kitchen

Absolute favorite spot for Mexican food. Can't go wrong with the big crispy tacos.

Food: the food are well made, and I really recommend the soft tacos with your own choices of toppings. Would not recommend the cow tongue as the diced meat are not that tasty, but the shrimp is very worth a try! The house salsa is not as spicy as we expected. Service: the restaurant is very popular, extremely. When we arrived, we waited for a while till we are finally arranged with a table. When we asked for water for a table, it also didn't come until we almost finish the dishes, and in the middle when we asked, they told us water is self-service... Ambience: street side atmosphere fits the vibe and suitable for friends or colleagues gathering.

If you live in SJ + haven't been here wyd!!! Dipping the quesabirrias into the flavorful consommé (broth) + eating was an ✨experience✨that I recommend to everyone. The portion for one order (3 for $10) of the quesabirrias was perfect for me. Their other tacos + orange sauce are solid as well, and their menu is pretty extensive with the food/drink options. Parking can get tough during peak hours with the tight lot.