Pedro's Cocina & Cocktails

This is a great place to eat. Looking for a nice bar to drink at with good appetizers. Looking for a nice place for a date night 🌙 can't go wrong with this place. Great atmosphere perfectly sized meals at a decent prices. Its not to expensive. Looking for family night you picked the right spot. The margarita 🍹 are very delicious. If u ask me the best plate to order is the combo plate and get taste of what this place can offer. This place has been here for decades. Virtually a part of downtown Los Gatos . You might also might want to know the menu here is different than the one in Santa Clara after the year long remodel. So come here, relax and enjoy one of Los Gatos historic restaurants you'll be glad u did.

I was pleasantly surprised by this newly remodeled location. The decor, particularly the lighting design and fixtures, are gorgeous making this a phenomenal spot for a date, romantic gathering, or a pleasant time with someone you'd like to converse with over a meal. I found the food to be excellent, the Chef has reimagined Mexican cuisine in an appealing way. The presentation of the dishes certainly make a great first impression and the flavors do their job in delighting the palate. The cocktails are enticing, creative, and there is something for everyone. While I understand this restaurant is somewhat newly opened and still working on itself, I am happy to include it into my rotation as I have seen continuous improvement after visiting it on three separate occasions. I am particularly happy that with this restaurant's addition into the downtown Los Gatos food scene, there are now 3 main players for Mexican Cuisine (Zona Rosa, Andale, and now Pedro's). All 3 locations have very different options and positioning for those seeking Mexican food. One thing that I like about this location is that it is right across the street from the "Electrify America" charging stations in the Bank of America parking lot. This makes it an enticing proposition to grab a margarita, chips and guacamole while your car is charging. Or, Why not have a bowl of Pozole instead at the bar counter while watching your favorite team on the TVs? I also noticed that they have a great spot/stage(?) for potential live performances or presentations. Additionally, there is a phenomenally looking table in the back area of the restaurant away from it all that can provide a wonderful area for a corporate or family gathering. If there was one thing I would recommend the management to do, it would be to spend more focused time on training the serving staff with a consistent program so that the service matches the rest of the restaurant's positioning. This is where I see some inconsistency which can be addressed. You got your decor down, your ambiance is spectacular, your menu is looking and tasting great, now make sure you implement your signature service plan with your serving staff. I look forward to more visits. Make the service operations stand out for your guests.

Great tacos and signature dishes. Also good cocktails. Chips salsa was good too but I was not amazed with the guacamole. Recommending their signatures dishes. The other stuff that I tried was ok; not suggesting though.

We were there for a birthday celebration, 18 people in all. We were given our own room, with 2 tables for 10 people each. While the restaurant knew it was a "big" birthday, they did absolutely nothing to make it special. No party hat, no balloons, no signing "happy birthday", no chips & salsa on the table until we ordered, nothing. So that was disappointing. I also felt the service was sub-par, as we had to ask for water refills, and drinks too. The food was good, as were the margaritas.

Hands down some of the best contemporary Mexican food in the Bay Area if not California. Pedro’s wasn’t exactly a dining destination before they re-opened last year, but the new ownership and Chef has reinvented the place and the food is definitely worth driving out of the way for. You can taste the high-quality ingredients and the care in the cooking and presentation. Can’t wait to go back and try more!

I truly don’t understand how this place has any bad reviews - I had a phenomenal experience. That atmosphere and decor are absolutely stunning, the chips, salsa, and guacamole were delicious! I was very impressed with the flavors and quality. The combination plate was a great way for me to try multiple items, I loved the chile rellenos, tamale, and enchilada. But what I loved most was the service - the staff are great and Martha was absolutely WONDERFUL and one of the best servers I have ever had. So kind and helpful, attentive, and when I mentioned the chips were a little stale, she immediately offered to take it off my bill, which I didn’t want or expect, but was very sweet of her to do. She truly provided above and beyond service with the best attitude, smile, and positive energy. I can’t wait to come back on my next trip here.

Pedro’s in Los Gatos has a really gorgeous atmosphere—beautiful space, great lighting, and overall a really well-designed place to sit and enjoy a meal. The service was also spot on—friendly, attentive, and easygoing in the best way. I started with the zucchini “Caesar,” which I actually really loved. Super fresh, great balance, and a nice twist on the classic. For my main, I went with the chicken mole enchiladas, which I’d been really looking forward to—but they ended up falling flat for me. For $36, I expected a lot more depth of flavor and more sauce overall. The mole itself was kind of bland, which was disappointing considering it’s usually such a bold and complex dish. That said, my dining companion had a different enchilada and really enjoyed it, so maybe it was just a miss on my order. We also got the habanero salsa on the side, which had great heat and flavor—it definitely helped bring the dish to life a bit more for me. Overall, Pedro’s has a lot going for it in terms of vibe and service, and I’d come back to try something different. Just wouldn’t go for the mole again.

We are vegetarians and we didn't like the food and service here. Service was too slow and the food was average at best. Please don't order vegetarian tacos-fried cheese was awful. Corn ribs were nice garlic fries were nice though.

It's our first time trying Pedro's and all of our family members loved it! The food quality is amazing - it's hard to pick a favorite but the steak and fish were more than delicious (and we finished them too fast so didn't get photos ugh). The flavor and presentation is very unexpected (in a good way) which kept us interested through the dinner. Moreover - the drinks are super creative! I tried the lavender cocktail which was presented like a magic trick, a little fun is always welcomed! We will definitely come back again to try more dishes, and maybe other locations as well!

Pedro's in Los Gatos is the perfect mix of style and flavor! The renovated space looks amazing, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The food is packed with bold Mexican flavors, the tacos are a must-try, and the cocktails are next level. With friendly service and a great vibe, it's a spot worth returning to

My relationship with Pedro's goes way back, to 35 years ago when our house was torn up for remodel, and we took the kids for Pedro's dinner three times a week. I have been looking forward to the remodel despite the long relationship with the old menu and staff...many birthdays and parties there over the years. Since the re-opening, I have been there four times: a small group dinner, a large banquet, and twice for dinner and drinks at the bar. Overall, the food is fine despite missing some old favorites, but the service has been very spotty, especially at the bar. The bar staff seems much more interested in chatting with the servers than paying attention to the customers. Even when the bar was quite empty, I had a hard time getting the bar tender's attention for my food order, and later to settle my tab. Nothing kills my interest in returning to a restaurant than a staff which seems not to care about the customer experience.

The restaurant itself is beautiful. The ambiance is very cozy and feels super upscale. We were seated right away and the server was very attentive. Our food came out quick and was really tasty! I was really impressed with the quantity of food! I got the chicken pozole and it was huge! We ordered items off the kids menu and it looked like a regular full size meal. For only $9! The other main courses are a little pricey but definitely worth it with the amount of food you get! They definitely don't skimp on quality or quantity! Definitely check this place out for a family outing or a cute date night!

3.5 - the food isn't bad but isn't amazing and is pricy. I had the combo plate with an enchilada and a taco. The taco was pretty good but the enchilada was bland. Interior wise, the layout is a bit of a disaster as it feels a bit crammed - it was hard going to the restroom. Staff wise, they're excellent - no complaints there. Price for what you're getting though is a bit pricy - $7 for chips and salsa is a bit steep (that kind of stuff should be free).

Food was good and the drinks. The food came before drinks which was too bad. They charge for chips which seemed petty. Service wasn't good, very aloof. Tables are weird, there's no room for your legs in the booths due to the large posts that take up all the room. When there are four people in the curved booths it's awkward to have conversations because you aren't facing each other. You are facing the table across from you, so it feels like you are watching them during the meal. Overall good food and drinks, but furniture style and layout don't work. Service could use friendly smile.

Didn't know this was here! Came on a Sunday night and it was pretty crowded. Interior is bigger than it seems and had lots of fun little booths for big groups. The only weird thing was our booth faced a two seater that had big plush chairs facing out from the table - not sure if they push in when guests are seated?!?! Overall service and food was super quick. We saw a ton of people get the sizzling fajita platter and am glad we did! My fave dish of the night was the tostadas since I love a crudo. The Thai Caesar was super interesting and I want to try making it at home. Don't skip dessert! They rotate the menu and the waiters know which to recommend!

3% "wellness" surcharge, then sales tax on top of surcharged, so you pay sales tax on their surcharge, then they calculate suggested tips based on the total which includes the price, the surcharge and sales tax. It's not my responsibility to pay your servers, I'm not paying taxes on your surcharches and tips..

Remodel looks amazing! Hadn't been to LG Pedro's in a zillion years but decided to meet a friend there. Not too busy on a Tuesday night around 6, but did get busier as night went on. Decided on seats at the bar. Greeted and given menus & offer of drink order. Got the Paloma which was very fresh. Also got chips & salsa to start which comes w 3 dips (classic red salsa which could have been a bit spicier for me, green and a crema dip). My friend and I split the Veggie Fajitas which was a generous portion. Veggies were perfect, not overcooked and well seasoned. We chose refried beans and those were good too. I'm sure I'll be back since lots of family & friends have been looking forward to the reopening.

Amazing remodel of this of this Los Gatos staple. The new owner had a great vision and the new updated remodeled restaurant is exactly what Los Gatos needed. Beautifully updated everything and the different rooms are named after their old employees @ Pedro's! ( so nice) The food was outstanding compared to the original Pedro's, it's definitely elevated and their cocktails are excellent. Stop by and bring the family

Had dinner at Pedro's Los Gatos and was not disappointed! This is the quality of food I experienced in Mexico City. The guacamole with pistachio salsa macha was possibly the best I've had. For the main course the seasonal chili relleno on a bed of risotto was delicious with a smoky flavor. Will definitely be going back!

The re-opened Pedro's is hands down amazing. From the moment I walked into the restaurant I was blown away by the decor. Great for groups and dates. Very good vibes. I went with a group of 4 and we sat in one of those cushioned half circles. We ordered a lot, and everything was delicious from the salad to the fajitas. The dessert was next level too. Churros with their chocolate sauce is very addicting. I'd recommend this spot to everyone.

So I had heard about the previous incarnation of Pedro's and people have said it was great but the Yelp! reviews for the current Pedro's were very mediocre, but I kept an open mind. I was having dinner with my family for my brother's birthday and had high hopes for a good experience. I got there and the restaurant itself is very nice and it shows that a lot of money went into the decor and the presentation. About 10 minutes after being seated our waiter came out, took our drink orders and offered us chips and salsa. We waited another 5 minutes and the waiter came out with 2 bowls of tortilla chips, a very yummy looking guacamole dip and an appetizing red salsa. That in itself was very, very good and had high hopes for my meal which was an enchilada plate with a side of refried beans and Spanish rice. In all honesty my meal was not good. The first thing I tried, the refried beans, were tasteless and lacked salt but I ate it all ( not being one to waste food ). The Spanish rice was excellent since It was perfectly balanced, expertly seasoned and cooked just right. As for the main course, the enchiladas with red sauce? They were cooked right but the red sauce was not very good. I have had better enchiladas at other Mexican restaurants and sadly Pedro's were nothing special. Since it was my brother's birthday they gave a tres leches cake slice for dessert, which was outstanding. It was light, airy, bursting full of flavor ( you could taste flavors of vanilla and cinnamon in it, and even chocolate ) and just a sheer delight to eat. I really didn't like my meal but the dessert was great. The service was good but they completely forgot my brother's meal and had to cook it again and forgot a part of my sister-in-law's order. Not good. I will try Pedro's again in the future but I'll order something different next time.

It (As in, Pedro's recent remodel) looks beautiful. Perfect for a corporate, upscale meeting. It's no longer the fun, funky, traditional atmosphere that Pedro's used to be, prior to 2024. Strictly my opinion, but It looks like it could be easily converted into ANY upper class cuisine that a new owner wants it to be, should that situation arise. Pedro's restaurant took a risk. If you want a reminder of how it used to look, go view the older images on Yelp, or walk down the street to Hercules to get that vibe. For all I know, Hercules may have acquired some of their old fixtures. The sad truth is, we walked out. It was during lunch hour, and not especially busy. I know, times change. We viewed the menu- it's very upscale. Nothing on the menu looked like what we expected, especially price-wise. Let's also add that there's no daily or lunch specials, just in case you were curious. Someone has to pay for that extensive, months-long renovation on the place. We went over to Los Gatos Grill and were satisfied with the options. We will come back to Pedro's if the opportunity presents itself, but I probably won't go out of my way to go there. Again, times change.

OMG ! Our Pedro's Is all grown up ! So Beautiful , So Amazing .. Change is good the Food is Way Over The Top The Drinks well done I need to even comment on this one ? YUM The Staff so Professional We Love Jessica ( She Can Book Your Party's For You in a Private Stunning Room . We Los Gatos People Are So Proud Of our New Grown up Pedro's .. Did I Mention The Food ? Try it For Yourself .. Amazing Avocado Margaritas hmm spectacular .. Nacho Yourself Away in The Beautiful Lounge Area ( Bar ) A Special Place !

Service 5 stars The manager Fidel was extremely welcoming and friendly. Hector in the bar went above and beyond with suggestions, prompt service, and great drinks Food 3 stars The crispy beef taco was flavorful and really good. Everything else from chips on down was less so.

Great food, service and ambiance. Best Mexican food in the area. Now a regular lunch place for us.

This was my second time at Pedro's since they reopened. Never ate here prior to their reopening. Ate here for lunch on Sunday afternoon. Service: Our waiter was friendly and brought our food out in a timely manner. Our waters never went below halfway. Checked in with us twice. Ambiance: love what they did with the decor, many of the tables were booths with comfortable seating. Music choice was great too, first time hearing Mexican reggae style music. Bar area was lively and bright Food: the chicken enchiladas were delicious. Great chips and salsa. I could eat their verde salsa all day. Love the size of the amount of chips they give too. The fajitas I had were good, however, the chicken was a little dry. Shrimp and steak were delicious. Love the flavors overall. I usually don't go for fajitas but wanted to try it. I highly recommend their enchiladas Del Mar (had that the first time I went) Definitely would come back again. Probably try a different item on the menu.

The best, ask for Juan or Jaime for the best drinks!!! Delicious food and great service

The place looks great. Newly renovated inside and out with friendly service. High class Mexican cuisine with awesome drinks, tasty food, right in the middle of downtown Los Gatos. You gotta check it out on your next date night!

I was excited to try out the newly remodeled restaurant and their updated menu. The remodel is beautiful with some cool alcoves and a great looking bar. We arrived at 7:30 on a Thursday and it was pretty packed. Wasn't really into our 2top - felt kinda isolated- will note that for next time. Service was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. House margarita and the gin feature cocktail were both good. We wanted to try a number of things knowing we probably wouldn't finish everything. The guacamole was uniquely yummy though the serving size was a little light based on the price (though avocados are expensive so not a big deal). One thing, I'm a tortilla chip snob as I used to go to a place that used the previous day's tortillas to make their chips so my expectations are always high. These chips were ok - thin and salty. Next was pozole which was very good - nice balance of broth and chicken, hominy, veggies etc. Main courses were seafood special - Cod - excellent grilled and well plated with broccoli and cauliflower, and the other main was Chile Divorciado - braised pork chile verde and beef chile colorado. The pork Chile verde was excellent and the beef Chile Colorado was kinda dry. Btw, the corn tortillas were for sure handmade - yummy. Dessert: popcorn-infused creme caramel custard, candied popcorn. Sounds amazing right? Didn't work for either of us - not the level of "crème caramel" richness I expected and the candied popcorn just seemed like day old popcorn with a little vanilla poured over the top. So, I was torn between 3 and 4 stars. 4 stars for the good parts of meal and 4+ for service and ambiance and 2-3 stars for certain parts of food and the dessert. Will come back again because the effort is definitely there - just needs more help on execution. Especially based on $$$ pricing. Oh, remember that I mentioned the place was packed at 7:30? Cleared out by 9 - classic LG

Food is ok. Service was subpar. Remodel was reasonably nice. Prices are very high for cantina-style Mexican food. And, everything is extra, so you pay a lot for an entre and extra for habanero salsa, extra tortillas, chips and salsa,etc. Ordered mixed-grill for fajitas for $44 which came with only 3 corn tortillas. Asked for more and was surprised by a charge of $1 for each extra tortilla, which is egregious when you've already been charged $44 for so-so fajitas. This charge was removed after I complained, but unlike the charge, the bad customer experience of being nickeled and dimed can't be erased. Felt like the charge was snuck onto the bill. I don't mind paying hefty prices for really good food, and do so a Fobes Mill, Maestro's, etc. But here, the price is way too high for the quality of the food.

Went to Pedro's on Valentine's Day last minute. No tables available so we sat at the bar. Our bartender, Hector, took great care of us. He is personable and fun to be around. The food was delicious and the drinks were outstanding.

Recent renovation looks amazing! The ambiance is perfect for a nice little night out & the food doesn't disappoint. Highly recommend the margaritas!

We went there again after their renovation. I miss the pre-renovation Pedro's. We won't go there again and can't recommend it. Very disappointed. The service was under-par, the new menu has a very limited selection (no customization allowed), food was ok, and price too high for both the experience and the food. The restaurant is new and clean but its atmosphere has lost its charm.

Everything that we had to eat was exceptional! Wait staff over top friendly and accommodating with my special meal modifications Have lived in Los Gatos for 20 years and I am thrilled to have a new hot spot in town to visit and patronize. The remodel is over the top beautiful- such a treat to have such an amazing place in my hometown.

Just had dinner at Pedro's reopening.... I was so pleasantly surprised! The space is completely redesigned, modern, chic, sexy with a fun vibe. Service was excellent and food was top notch. We had the guacamole, pulpo, steak fajitas and fish. I loved each dish. The chips and margaritas are also very good. I could eat those chips and drink the margaritas all day! Well done Pedro's!

I came to Pedro's with my wife, in-laws, and my two young boys on a Tuesday evening. We had the guacamole and chips and salsa to start. For main courses we ordered fajitas, chile relleno, the zucchini Caesar salad, fish tacos, and a combination plate with tamale and crispy taco. Everything was tasty, but our favorites were the chile relleno, the salad, and the crispy tacos. For dessert we ordered the churros. We had a wonderful dinner. The only complaint I could make is the music is a bit on the louder side, so if you're planning on having a deep conversation it might be difficult if you were sitting where we sat. It's a large place though so I bet there are quieter spots. Service was excellent. We will definitely be back again. The kids loved it too.

Completely renovated restaurant in downtown Los Gatos. Beautiful upscale decor with private booths and alcoves. A nice, welcoming bar. Food was good, traditional Mexican dishes. Great wine list. Service was okay. A nice, different kind of restaurant for the downtown area.

We had an amazing experience at Pedro's today! Right from the start we were warmly welcomed and seated in one of the four newly renovated dining areas. The decor was upscale, modern-cozy and inviting. And oh - the food!! We've been looking for years for a good Mexican restaurant in the area and Pedro's exceeded our expectations today. We ordered the wedge salad and a triple combination entree to share. The food was very fresh and innovative, even slightly edgy. A perfect combination of flavors, very tasty and just so well seasoned. Vanessa, our friendly server, really enhanced our dining experience by explaining the various entrees and patiently answering our many questions. Bravo to the chef and to the staff! We'll tell our friends and family about our experience and we'll be back soon.

Had dinner at newly opened Pedro's and frankly very underwhelming. Only thing that was nice is the new decor.... Menu is very limited and food was not good at all. I had the chile divorciado which is pork in a green sauce and beef in a red sauce no flavor what so ever. The Mexican rice was dry and flavorless as well. We also had the pulpo it was burnt. The ahi tuna tostadas were flavorless as well. My husband had the fish tacos no flavor no salt what so ever it didn't have any type of sauce just cabbage. For dessert we had the churros and they were doughy didn't not taste like churros. We had the house margaritas and they were watered down couldn't even taste alcohol. I'm sure many people will not appreciate the new menu.

Food was fantastic, but very pricy. The service wasn't the greatest. I'm guessing that's because they just reopened and trying to work all the kinks out. Wish I had a picture of my food. Had the Fish tacos. They were delicious.

I've always loved Pedro's - both in Los Gatos, and in Santa Clara. Their customer service is great from the start - host stand / desk, wait staff, and bussers. Everyone is so considerate, and helpful, both when they're packed and even during slow times. There's definitely a family feel to the restaurant, and always the feeling of authenticity, not commercial. Food portions and pricing match and the taste is well worth the price. I wish I took photos of my food and not just dessert but when I tell you the food is good - I really mean it. Can never go wrong with their enchiladas, tamales and etc. Flan & Fried Ice Cream is always a perfect ending.

This restaurant is so awful. The meat was tough and chewy. So dry and felt pre made! Nice new decor...but that's not enough to create a new restaurant on pure decor. Service was horrible. Very inexperienced waiters. Drinks are terrible too. Putting Mexican food to shame I would say! Shame on you.

Great food and great service thank you!!!! Steak fajitas were really good. Cheese enchiladas and chili rellenos were very good.

Started out amazing just taking in the new decor and the lovely bar! Chips were great, green salsa was ok, red salsa tasted like tomato sauce, bland and no spice. Ordered steak nachos and it was so bland, no tomatoes, no Jalapeños, barely any chips, zero flavor. We had to order a side of jalapeños. Meat tasted off. We expected to order entrees but couldn't get past the odd taste. Ordered the Spicy margarita and it was just a house margarita with Tajin on the rim and bartender explained it's habanero infused Triple Sec? What?! Infuse the Tequila, not the Triple Sec! We had to go somewhere else for dinner.

They still charge for chips and salsa , I won't be coming back,and small portions for the price you should have chips and salsa and bigger portions

Love Pedro's and the new stunning renovation! Absolutely beautiful atmosphere and delicious food. Wait staff are all very friendly. Have been eating at Pedro's since I was a kid and will continue to be a return customer!

Long time customers we were excited to try the remodel. Holy cow! Seating is cramped with other customers so close that there is no privacy. Some items are no longer on the menu. Portions are small and bland tasting. Service was just OK. They weren't that busy but didn't see much of the wait staff. Tables have been added so more customers can be accommodated, staff does not seem to have been adjusted to suit, and food portions have been reduced. All in an effort to stay afloat. Seeing a lot of this in the last 3 years. Sadly this is no longer a destination restaurant for us.

We were walk in. Even though there were plenty of empty tables they refused to facilitate us a table for 2. Too expensive for food. Drinks ok. We won't be going back.

Beautiful remodel. Horseshoe bar is warm and intimate. Greeted on the way in. Bartender was on the ball with a silver patron margarita. Ordered one cheese enchilada with green sauce, one chile Relleno, rice and beans. Served in less than 10 minutes. A very good meal. I will definitely I'll be back. If you remember the old Pedro's, this is a night and day difference. Give it a try.

Pedro in Los Gatos is seriously such a vibe! The renovation looks amazing, and the atmosphere is perfect--definitely a great date spot. The menu is on point, everything was so good, and the cocktails? Unreal. Service was awesome too. Can't wait to come back!

I miss the old Pedro's!! The hostess and manager were not nice or friendly at all. We waited an hour in the bar for our reservations then 90 minutes later I had to go to ask about our table. Just told we had to wait longer. Not friendly or apologies, so we left. We enjoy the bar but they need help with management and customer service.

We hosted a team dinner for 30 people and it was an excellent choice for us! We got a semi-private room and it was the perfect setting for us. Great service and fantastic food!

Fantastic food! Best Mexican food in Bay Area, they have totally reinvented the restaurant. Excellent service and beautiful remodel. Not to be missed.

Such a disappointment. The original Pedro's was amazing. The newly remodeled Pedro's has a trying hard to be fancy visual vibe and menu....wayyy fewer options, but don't worry, it's way more expensive too. Chips and salsa aren't free, and when you decide to give in and pay for it, the waiter will pretend you also asked for guac...$20 total right there. Good luck, and goodbye. You guys ruined something that was not at all broken.

Very understaffed and fajitas were not good no flavor. Need to work on some things. Drink was good but took forever to get ambience was good.

Horrific! Management was just as terrible as the food. I do not recommend. So many great food places in San Jose do not waste your time, money and energy here.

AMAZING!!! The presentation of the food was incredible and the service was great. The renovation did wonders it's absolutely stunning