Zona Rosa

Mexican restaurant · Shasta/Hanchett Park

Zona Rosa

Mexican restaurant · Shasta/Hanchett Park

1411 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126

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South-of-the-border, hacienda-style eatery known for innovative Mexican-fusion cuisine & drinks.

1411 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126 Get directions

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"There are two contemporary Mexican restaurants on The Alameda, but Zona Rosa is the one we keep returning to again and again for creative dishes like tempura scallop and asparagus tacos, and chile relleno filled with carnitas and chorizo. They do reservation-only special menus for occasions like Dia de Los Muertos and Mother’s Day, and we’re especially fans of the weekday happy hour (when margaritas made with ingredients like prickly pear, hibiscus, and chili are just $8), and the daily brunch. The front and back patios are always great choices for large groups and celebrations." - shoshi parks

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"There are two contemporary Mexican restaurants on The Alameda, but the one we keep returning to is Zona Rosa, with a menu of creative dishes like tempura scallop and asparagus tacos and chile relleno filled with carnitas and chorizo. We’re especially fans of the weekday Happy Hour when refreshing margaritas made with ingredients like prickly pear, hibiscus, and chili are just $8. The front and back patios are always great choices for large groups and celebrations." - Shoshi Parks

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Yi Zhang

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A nice gem in San Jose, great taco selection from traditional fish taco to creative scallop taco. Especially like the sauce and corn on a few tacos that gave the unique flavor. Drink selection is also plentiful.

Edith Melecio

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I am always looking for good Mexican food and I have been pleased both times that I’ve been here, the bean dip and the cucumber water are great enough to want each time I come in the future! The enchiladas were also amazing! Definitely coming back!

Vero Moreno-Diaz

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First the positive: I loved their scallop tacos, their Mexican coffee and kind servers. Yummy corn dish too. :-) Now the less than ideal: Their beef (chimichurri tacos) were awful. Their salsas were also very disappointing. I came home to throw up after eating there unfortunately. It was definitely Overpriced for sure. The table was outside so the pollen from the trees got the best of me triggering my allergies but that's not the restaurant's fault obviously. Because if was windy , the tacos got cold right away. The water and coffee I was drinking was full of dust and pollen from the trees nearby. Inside the restaurant their music was overly loud so it was best to go somewhere else for dessert. I probably won't be returning. Cute restaurant, just not for me.

Carole Such

Google

This small-feel restaurant gives off big flavor and service. The Trio Salsa is delicious, the cocktail presentations are beautiful, and you can't beat the bartenders' attention. We LOVE it.

VV M

Google

Sat at the Bar. Julian was an excellent host to everyone at the bar top. Great cocktails, presentation. Kind and funny. Food was delicious and simple. Julian was easy to brag about how well everyone he works with prepares everything fresh and from scratch. Will definitely come back next time I’m in San Jose.

G Lee

Google

It’s a good restaurant. But super loud inside from music and simply just people talking. Maybe it’s the acoustics. Carne asada y hongas dish was really good. Creamy and slightly spicy. Chips are the seriously crispy and harder type. Guac was pretty good but could use some zing, like paired with salsa. And the carnitas was very lean whereas I think the perfect type are a little fatty. But what bugged was the service. It took so long to take our order, get food, and pay the bill. Had to ask for help every step of the way.

Isela Ford

Google

This place is perfect for Sunday brunch. The food is delicious, and if you're feeling like having a cocktail, their signatur options don't disappoint. If you have room for dessert, definitely try the buñuelos with ice cream.

Lila McKeon

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Zona Rosa is our favorite restaurant in San Jose! The food is outstanding, the service is always excellent, and the drinks are delicious. Not only do we frequent this restaurant a few times per month, we held our wedding rehearsal dinner here. James, Jose, and the rest of the staff were phenomenal-they made our night unforgettable! They helped with any minor issues, communicated well along the way, and treated all of our guests very well. Managing a 40 person party is an impressive feat, and Zona Rosa blew us away yet again. We felt so loved and special, and everyone loved the food and drinks! And the cost was much less than other locations we looked into for a large party event. It doesn't get better than Zona Rosa!

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Yi Zhang

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Edith Melecio

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Vero Moreno-Diaz

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Carole Such

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This small-feel restaurant gives off big flavor and service. The Trio Salsa is delicious, the cocktail presentations are beautiful, and you can't beat the bartenders' attention. We LOVE it.

VV M

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G Lee

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Isela Ford

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Lila McKeon

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