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Provencal flair that intertwines casual setting, flavor driven menu
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Cazuelas in San Jose is a four star Mexican restaurant. This is a great place. This is a moderately priced restaurant. The menu is the mouth-watering homemade guacamole at your table. This place features outdoor dining. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This restaurant features a full bar, brunch, and lunch. This restaurant is open late and good for groups.
4.0 of 5 stars.
NOTE: The reasons this place is getting a 4 are as follows:1) My meal was paid for my rich uncle (so I didn't have to worry about the exorbitant prices). Go ahead and knock off a star if you're the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great Guacamole-they make it fresh at your table and will make it mighty spicy if you are so inclined!!!! The other food was well, ehhh. Give 'em a try!
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
my girl took one bite of their carne asada...30 min later she was puking. BY FAR THE WORST MEXICAN RESTAURANT I HAVE EVER BEEN TOO!! Chevys has better quality than consuelos
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Third time wasn't a charm for Consuelo's. This past weekend was our 3rd attempt at Consuelo's, and honestly, it was horrible. We ordered the guacamole and sopes, since it was so good last time....
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't even know what's up with everyone on Yelp being so unfair to Santana Row. It's food for Christ's sake, what do you want it to do, make you come in your pants? Granted, in full disclosure, I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
to be honest I did not really want Mexican food last night, we went to an early movie, when we came out aruond 8pm the weathert was absolutely tropical so we had to eat outside, the other place...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ambiance is great - nice music, corner sport on Santana Row, food was ok - filet was nicely done, prawns were ok (per the wifey), drinks didn't have much alcohol to them, friend plantains were barely...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
ooohhh Guacamole!!! made fresh table side is the only way to go! hehe...their menu is always changing which makes you want to always come back.. the roasted catfish on jasmine was okk...but i was here...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The food was bad, the service was worse (if possible) and everything was way over priced. First we get an appetizer and it is swimming in grease, we reject it and opt for the guacamole. The waitress...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's not "real" Mexican food, probably more like fusion, but I gotta say it's not bad, especially if you're on an expense account. Went here for a company-sponsored dinner, and we had some folks...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place disappointed me. Mexican restaurants are usually pretty simple to find a veggie option that can at least be slightly altered to be vegan friendly. This place was definitely NOT vegan...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This review has all to do with a horrible experience that my friends and I encountered just yesterday. Knowing that the food is average and well overpriced, we decided that we'd dine at a different...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can see that some people are struggling with the food because it's not falling into what they traditionally understood Mexican food to be. What you have to do is be aware that Mexican food is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Like every other restaurant on Santana Row, this place is overpriced, nothing special, and tries too hard to be unique without having any true talent for good food or service. We had a mix of dishes...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm surprised at the negative reviews of this place.I've been here twice now, and my second experience was a lot more enjoyable. As others have said, this is really more of a hybrid of "traditional"...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this a negative star if I could. My friends and I wanted to go to Maggiano's but we were not going to wait 4 hours to have dinner at 9pm, so we decided to try something new. We walked in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Maggiano's was a 4-hr wait as usual, so we decided to try Consuelo and boy, do I regret it. First, when we were waiting to be seated, another couple bluntly cut in front of us and the hostess...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
While Consuelo's isn't traditional "mexican" - it feels a bit more tapas/mexican hybrid - I have always had a great experience there. The food is wonderful (don't miss the guac and warm tortillas),...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As someone who worked there once I can honestly say that if you are looking for what America calls "Mexican food" this is not the place for you. I have seen my fair share of customers walk out after...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place is absolutely horrible! I will NEVER go back to this restaurant, EVER!Some friends and I arrived here on a Thursday night for dinner. We ordered the guacamole which wasn't that great. For...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't even get a chance to eat there. My review is all about the hours and the customer service.Went to Santana Row last night on an anniversary date with the boyfriend. Granted we were running a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a late Saturday afternoon lunch around 3. This restaurant does not have your usual Mexican food fix. It's more like High class Mexican food.we got served free tortillas with 3 dipping...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I actually like this place. I'm kinda surprised at the negative reviews. I've only had breakfast here so I can't say anything about dinner. The salsas they give you are quite tasty. I enjoy the yellow...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The spicy guacamole is my fav dish here but I can't believe they charge you extra for chips. "Don't they know that even Chevy's gives you chips for free?"My mole lamb chops were tender but I wasn't a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, let me tell you that if you want "authentic" Mexican cuisine, don't come looking for it at Consuelo's. Consuelo's is kind of like what Benihana is for teppan restaurants.That said, it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I used to really enjoy this place. Sitting outside at this place is so nice, but the food is definitely not good enough for the price.I'm OK with a downright hefty price tags, if the food is worth it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went to Consuelos, I was a fan. I had the Lamb shank and the Guacamole. It was great. But coming back a few times, I started to notice a change in the food and the service. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I really should have read the yelp reviews before picking this place to eat!I was at Santana Row for the 'Poodle Parade' and was straving! I wanted a place with outside seating and Consuelo had a few...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Service: 3 starsHad dinner there last night with my husband. We showed up 15 minutes earlier than our reservation. The hostess said there was only patio seating available, since we were early. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The seating and indoor decorations are adorable, but there is nothing worse then being seated on a hungry stomach and not being helped for over 20 minutes. That includes, water as well. I've never...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times and always just had drinks (mohitos) and the guacamole. While the guacamole is fresh (made right in front of you) and good (although I've definiately have had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great guacamole. Friendly service. Good looking waitresses.
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so it was my turn to pick out our Father's Day restaurant this year, and since my dad is Mexican and only eats Mexican food I thought I'd take him here since I had been there for dinner and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A fun ambiance to the Santana Row Atmosphere. Everyone and their mama had a big rock bowl of Guacamole which looked delicious. Well, we sat down they give you some warm tortillas which was nice....
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times with my husband. Their side dishes are stunning. I really like their lamb dish. My favourite is their starter tortillas with the three sauces. The tortillas are soft...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far one of the worst Mexican food restaurants i have ever ate at. It is relatively pricey and the food is barely edible. If you are going to eat there the only thing i recommend is the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had lunch there yesterday with some work colleagues. We sat outside and the weather was amazing. I frequent this place and I am a fan. The service has always been very good and the food is good as...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty standard fare. I've been here quite a few times and food has been up and down. Don't get me wrong, I have some favorite dishes here, including the fresh guacamole (made at your table), the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
As far as Mexican food goes, it falls pretty flat. My tamales were tasteless, and the rice was cold.I've eaten here twice, once for breakfast and once for lunch. Both times I was unhappy with my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best mojitos ever. I only had drinks and appetizers here, all of which were lovely and pleasing. I would just go and try all the appetizers for a meal instead of ordering an actual meal, which...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to take your midwest visitors. Tableside guacamole is entertaining and tasty. Margaritas are OK, and most of menu choices are good.
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The reviews are dissapointing, it just goes to show that most people don't know true authentic Mexican. For this reason, I believe most people where disturbed, because they expected to pay $7 for Taco...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Just okay, and for what you get, certainly overpriced.Basically, you pay for your entree and have to pay $5 PER side, so that would be adding $10 total just to add rice and beans. Anyway, the chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My gf and I just recently visited Santana Row for the first time.There are quite a number of restaurants that looked enticing, but we settled with what we hoped to be some great Mexican food. I mean...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely the biggest dump on Santana Row! Well, I guess I can't honestly evaluate it since we were completely ignored when we went in for lunch and ended up leaving. The waitress simply looked...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just got sad when I looked at the rating this place has with my experience I thought it would have gotten higher reviews! I had the carnitas,which was amazing! As well as a guava beverage and a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is authentic Mexican food, it's really good and probably not what you expect if you're just used to having burritos. Remember this is the real thing.First they'll give you a bunch of tortillas,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My biggest problems I have with this place is the inconsistent quality of the food and service and (like everything else at Santana) it's overpriced. I actually enjoyed the Chile Relleno stuffed with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here for the first time with the wife and it was just ok. She had the chicken with garlic sauce which she seemed to like. I had the chicken mole which was alright. I'm no expert on mole but...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We heard good things about the Mexican Bistro on Santana Row- we clearly went to the wrong one. We were sat promptly and I found the service to be pretty good/standard. The real bone I'm picking is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing annoys me more than going into a sit-down restaurant and being ignored. We stood there for what seemed to be five minutes before the hostess acknowledged us. She had been helping a customer,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant should have spent more time on their menu and less time on their fancy name. Food was EXTREMELY bland and the menu is very limited. Would not recommend to friend, family, or stranger.
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good but way to pricy for its portion...The service is great.
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food was decent, but the service was terrible. Seated, ignored and the wrong food delivered.
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was not impressed with what i ordered:- jicama salad- steak dish with riceI was very impressed with the guacamole though. We saw the waitress make it at the table right next to us. We had just...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Perhaps the great range of views about this restaurant reflect the fact that it is not a typical Mexican restaurant. People don't quite know what to make of it. I have no idea if the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for weekend brunch. It was a little crowded so we had a 15 minute wait. Not too bad. We figured a wait must be good sign that the restaurant will be good. One thing I can say is that the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
First time I was here we ordered the "queso fundido" (melted cheese) they brought it with no tortillas, so we stayed there staring at it, until I decided to go and get them, by then it was already...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Interesting that this place has gotten so many sub par reviews. I thought the food was very good. The guacamole (that they mixed together, per your liking, tableside) was fresh and good. I had the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I try not to eat in Santana Row because it's usually overpriced and not that tasty. You pretty much pay for the ambiance.Pros: House margaritas are wow! You could tell they used the special tequila:...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just want to say that I'm glad this restaurant is a member of the Advantage Dining Program. We come her almost every other month or so. Thank you.The food is great.
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dined here twice and really enjoyed both meals. The quesadillas with poblano chili strips were divine as was the posole and the chile rellano and the Chile poblano flavored potatoes au gratin....
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
What a ripoff!!! $8 for two small rolled salmon tacos. $9 for a watered down, sugary margarita. $9 for guacamole (albeit pretty good, but for $9 for a bowl that's barely a centimeter deep????). $3...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
In my opinion this is by FAR the worst restaurant on Santana Row, and possibly the worst in the whole Bay Area. I've only eaten here once, and each of the dishes ordered by those in my party had a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Every day I hate Santana Row more and more, and dining at Consuelo sealed the deal. Our waitress was friendly, somewhat slow. I ordered the house margarita ($8), and it was just okay. We ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
As a frequent diner at Consuelos (because I love anything to do with Mexican food), I have to question why I keep returning. The food is decent but the service is the thing that keeps me...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Um, Frommer's, are you serious? You put THIS place in your San Francisco 2008 edition under places to eat in the South Bay? PLEASE. Santana Row restaurant patrons are generally there for the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I ate dinner here the other day due to getting a gift certificate from restaurant.comHere is what I orderedPechuga ranchera a la nata con espinacas w/ an order of rice.It was a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'd heard that this place sucked beyond belief, but I decided to try it for myself. Yep, this place sucks OUT LOUD. I ordered 2 margaritas, one for me and the other for my friend (2 margaritas cost a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My dinner entree was pricey and it sure didn't fill me up. It'll probably take two meals to get your stomach full.My recommendation is to go to a taqueria, get a burrito and a mexican dish.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'd heard about this place from my parents, who raved about it, and being that it's close to where I live, I looked forward to visiting. On a whim, my parents invited us to dinner there tonight. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We made a call early evening on Valentines day and we were told they were all booked and not accepting any reservations. We convinced them we could be there in roughly 30 minutes and they agreed to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
so i was here on valentines day with my date. it's a good thing my date was my mom because this place is a bit pricey. with the power of my mother's wallet, we were able to sample quite a few...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here a while back... As far as I can remember, everything was OK. Nothing really stood out, except for their guacamole prepared fresh at your table!! I would just come back here for their...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Warm limp tortillas dipped in hot sauce. I'm transported back to my days in the Crown dorms at UCSC. Somehow those were always the last two food items in my mini-fridge. No, this is not an acid...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's just average mexican food done up to make it look like it's something special. I would have rated it 2 stars, but I enjoy the guacamole and the decor, other than that it's way to expensive for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love going to this place for three essential things: the tortillas, the guacamole, and the sangria. And on a nice spring/summer Saturday or Sunday in the early afternoon, this is a great treat to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here yesterday afternoon with some friends. We met them at the bar and then asked for a table. We were seated right away, and they brought the warm tortillas with the three salsas. After that, we...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Who loves ceviche? I do! Ceviche served with....saltine crackers? Wha!? Went for brunch and got my 1,000 opentable points (take advantage people!). I had the huevos poblanos which was ok...it was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not a huge fan. Two separate experiences, one just last week and the other last year.Last week - Happy Hour ONLY Pluses: $14 for a pitcher of Sangria.Good SangriaDelicious salsas - MinusesLousy...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I went to eat at Consuelo last night with a friend, and it was the worst experience ever. We waited in front, as servers passed us by, but no on greeted us, or even acknowledged our presence. Ten...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this Tapas place once or twice.The only thing really worth mentioning was the fresh guacomole they make right in front of you. Yummm....Other than that the other dishes were ok. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
i suggest not to step foot in this restaurant. Me and my boyfriend went there on a sunday morning for brunch and the menu was a complete joke they have like 10 things on the menu to choose from. They...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Food was terrible, TERRIBLE. I don't know how they are still operating....such a waste of space they should put a restaurant worth going to there. Their quesidillas were disgusting, I don't know what...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Our cocktails were yummy (Sangria & Mango Mojito) and the food was good esp the Chile Relleno which was quite spicy (and I know spicy). However, I didn't feel like a valued customer esp in these...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing good about this place was the food. They have no windows to open wide, no fans, it's stuffy as hell in here. The staff speaks English, yet seems unable to understand any requests and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here several times. The food is great, service is awesome. Manager does his magic to make sure the customers are happy. Priced just right.Nice environment for group dinner
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Total shit. The menu was printed in from a printer made in 1985, the service was crap and the the rice had bits of potato in it. How can they charge $12 for an al la carte chicken breast covered in a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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I so wanted to go my husband didnt because its not good mexican food. The only good thing is drinks, appetizers and desserts. when i got my dessert I looked to the wall and saw a COCROACH! walking up the wall....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The service sucks here most of the time and I have been coming here since the original owner. I keep trying to give it a chance because I really do like Latino food. Anyway, the platanos were not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great breakfast place. I truly enjoy the ambiance of this place especially Weekend mornings for brunch. Their selection of drinks (alcoholic) is great as well.
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for dinner the other night.We were looking for a leisurely dining experience and they didn't really rush us, which is a good thing as we ended up taking the best part of three hours to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
HAHAHA get this place out of here; seriously lol. I went into this place and ordered some chicken mole; a very traditional mexican dish made with a spicey / sweet sauce and some grilled chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this is the sister restaurant to my fav Colibri Mexican Bistro in SF. Both have very similar menus but Consuelo doesn't execute as well. The savory cornbread could have been a wedge shaped hockey...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place made me rearrange my ideas of tapas (not change, but at least rearrange). See, their carnitas were delicious, their potato-cheese thingy was carb heaven, guac dip was fresh, etc. The...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Prices weren't horrible, a little more than chains like Olive Garden and Red Lobster. I was a little reluctant about paying so much for Mexican food, as would have been expected on Santana Row, but a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a big fan of cal mex but this isn't it. The menu is pretty atrocious, the only thing worth mentioning is the Tequila selection. The bartender Enrique is pretty cool and damn good at what he...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The decor is cool. Everything else blows. The menu blows. The food blows. The service blows. The drinks blow. The prices blow.
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for lunch having somewhat a higher expectation being on Santana Row and all. I expected it to be overpriced but boy, I wasn't expecting it to be a bad experience. I came here with my...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Just like every other over rated high end restaurant owned by the same owners of Roux and Thea... Consuelos is no better. Over priced. The ambience is rustic and below classy. The hardwood benches,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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What a surprise to find out that everyone wears a coat inside the restaurant because the front door is drafty and they have the top windows open. The salsa dishes don't even fit on the plate, the silverwear...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What kind of Mexican restaurant doesn't have tortilla chips??? Enough said.
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The appetizer tortillas with dipping sauces suck! The idea doesn't work. Consuelo, don't try to be different and just stick to the tried and true tortilla chips.If you have to go here, get the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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Excellent food, spectacular staff and the best possible atmosphere you can have! I have a friend that works at this restaurant and not only has she told me that many people love the restaurant, but she also...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
*Jo leaves her house, walks to the waiting car, and opens the door*"Hi!" Me"Hi! How are you?! It's so good that you can come with us today!" Bubuh's Mom"So where are we going?!" Me"Have you ever been...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Santana Row is trendy--and that's not always a good thing. Too many punks trying to look cool in their chi-chi rags and way too many jerks pimping Mercedes Benzes and Bimmers. You can see why I'm a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Were the hell are the chips! My girlfriends and I went to Consuelo's and ordered the guacamole which I thought was a little bland. The server had absolutely no personality and then I asked for chips...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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The Mexican food here is amazing. The interior is very nice and the staff is friendly. I always love going to Santana Row and it is nice to have a Mexican restaurant to eat at.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've seen the relatively low ratings and read the criticisms, but I'm a fan from my inaugural experience there yesterday. The home-made guacamole is good, the melted cheese appetizer is a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh Consuelo. There's no wait here, which is cool. But I quickly understood why there was no wait. My gf and I tried to get outside seating, but were told they didn't have seats outside. WHAT?!?!...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The warm tortillas when you sit down are a nice touch and their house margaritas are delicious. I ordered a fillet and black beans which were both mediocre. It was all ok until we began to eat the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I often come Consuelo at Santana Row when we want Mexican food for dinner without spending an arm and a leg. We always get seats as walk-ins, and this time we started off our meal...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four stars because it's probably the best place to eat on Santana Row. It's also not Tex Mex or Fresh Mex or Baja Fresh or Taco Bell. It's more like homemade mexican food. Their Sangria was ok but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
had dinner today & i actually remember what i ate so here i go...=========== appetizer =========== - guacamole ($9)its a must dish if you're here! avocados withveggies and 3 types of dipping. mild,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well, lah-dee-da. It's a Mexican bistro. Ooooh, look at me, all upscale and trendy in Santana Row!So the wifey and a good friend of ours ventured into Santana Row on a Saturday night to check out the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Hmmm- this place is a mixed bag. Short version of my review: Consuleo's is overpriced for the quality and experience (and in this economy, that is going to mean something).We went on a busy Saturday...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Minus 1 star for the really poor service. Otherwise, I love the drinks and love the food. My favorite drink is the coco mojito...SOOOOOOOOO GOOD! And I like how they give you fresh warm tortillas...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nice decor, not authentic but hey this is Santana Row. Not too crowded for a Thursday nite.The group of us (5) ordered mojitos. A liitle too minty for me. Next time it will be tequila shots. Patron...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Eugh! Truly terrible food AND service. I came here with a large group for a birthday, and first, it took them forever to take our drinks order. Really, we should've each ordered two drinks to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
WOW, Asian-Hoochi Mamas on Santana Row!Many of them.But those Asian-Hoochi Mamas has NO CLASS.Almost Hooker like Hoochi mamas.Why Asian HoochiMamas look more sleazy than other Hoochi mamas?I think I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
MmmMmM mexican food! I LOVE mexican food - it has everything you need and want in one meal :P I went with a friend for lunch and we sat outside and it was a beautiful day - perfect for a chillax...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We ate dinner on the patio on a nice night, and enjoyed the meal. The service was friendly, but was a bit slow to take our order and a bit slow with the bill, but the management has the wait staff...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here on a very hot Saturday afternoon with my husband. I was looking for a refreshing alcoholic beverage paired with yummy food. I was really pleased with my mango mohito that did not...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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My boyfriend and I dropped in on a Saturday afternoon and were seated outside right away. The tortillas instead of chips was different but good. We knew right away the food would be good when we tasted the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
So I have been here a few times and I try to like this place but I don't! The only thing to write home about is the fresh guacamole. We had a private party on the outside patio so our menu was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I came here long before I knew about Yelp. Definitely overpriced mediocre food. Almost every table was getting the guacamole which was nothing special. I dont know what's so special about it, besides...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love consuelo's. and their potatoes and crepes.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed this restaurant, I had fantastic service here and the food was good as well. I'm not too certain why most people dislike this place, except maybe for the pozole. Amazing churros here...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I spent a wonderful day shopping yesterday (Sunday) with a very good friend of mine at Valley Fair and Santana Row. We ended our shopping spree with a stop at Consuelos for appetizers and margaritas....
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place gets some pretty bad reviews. As my old boss used to say to me, "its all about going into this with the right expectation laddie. Now get back down and give me a thousand".Ok, so its not...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this place was ok.the boyfriend-io likes the mexican foods so of course being the awesome girlfriend that i am i say "ok, you can have your mexican food." we enter and it's not too busy in here and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Seems that the majority of the reviewers are angry about the amount you pay for alcohol. We did not order any drinks and so my review is based on the food and atmosphere, alone. We had a very nice...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My sig other really likes this place. I have absolutely no idea why. The food is so-so and the prices are outrageous for what you get. We ordered ceviche and it came with saltine crackers to put it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
$14 for a margarita. I think someone must be joking with the drink menu. I went in to the Bistro for the first time yesterday. I brought a friend which was also his first time. The waiter/waitress...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this place ZERO stars if I could. The margaritas were $14 for a small glass. I ordered the Mole Poblano, even though it had mole sauce on it, it was still one of the driest chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
To love this place you have to have the experience outside in the patio or it's not a great experience.I love the outside the music the food is yes portion controlled which is fine by me. they are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First off. The place is not TEX-MEX, finally an authentic Mexican food in town. I am so surprised how many people are labeling Consuelo's as not authentic (they probably live under a rock or something...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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We were able to get a list minute reservation on Open Table. This place is located in the hip new area of San Jose and you definitely get some good people watching if you ogtain a coveted outside table. We...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Horrible reviews I read below, but I'd give A-OK for the bar.The bartenders are cool and informative when you have questions on tequilas they serve, you get samples to try out too; once I got f-ed up...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place is not really Mexican and it blows!!! I had the Pescado del dA�a and it was way too greasy, bland in taste, and small portioned. One thing I hate about this restaurant is that they serve...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I used to love Consuelo and it was one of my favorite restaurants in Santana Row...but the past 3 times I ate here, it was horrible. What happened? :(To start out, I love their guacamole. They make it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Was there recently for lunch for 6. The music (remember this was lunch time) was too loud and every time someone came in and out of the side door it banged loudly. We were having difficultly...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
No- it's not authentic Mexican...but I knew this coming in. Service is ok- nothing spectacular...but why am I the only one that actually enjoys their food?!?!? Big fan of the chile rellenos, carnitas,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We like this place! Despite it's pompous setting, pretensive crowd and rather snooty service (yeah the waiters act as though they own the place), the food is flavorful and pretty fresh unlike some...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My guess is that if Consuelos was at another location it would not thrive. The service is poor and the food is overpriced and bland, especially the tortilla soup. The soup was basically canned...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the second time I've been here with my girlfriend on a date. The food is pretty good, and the service has been good. The only thing is when it's busy, it's busy. Last night the service wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
- Environment: avg decoration, loud on crowded evenings. Last time we were here on a Sat. night without reservation, the estimated wait is 45 min! sadly we left. - food: I am going to review one...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I suggested this place to my friends because I've been here numerous times before and had never had a problem.Good food, good service.The service on 15 July 2008, however, was DISMAL to say the least....
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
More like 1.5 stars. I was excited to try the "made at your tableside" guacamole. The guacamole was just "okay." In fact I make WAY better guacamole. Strike ONE.The salsa was weird. It almost...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this place a few times and I normally don't enjoy the experience. Based on those experiences, this restaurant deserves a two.In the past, the meats have been dry and bland and without...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The place looks really nice and the food is good - but not that good for the prices they charge. Food off a taco truck is better and 90% cheaper. I've been here twice - I would not consider this place...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Over-priced Mexican food served tapas style (which is incongruent as Tapas are from Spain). The tortillas are plentiful and good as well as their fresh guacamole (made at the table per your...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Interesting dishes. Nice outdoor seating. I usually stick to the appetizers. I like the guac, chicken tostadas and sopes.
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you haven't tried a Tequilito at Consuelo, you have not yet enjoyed a marvelous summer experience! Consuelo's tequila-based twist on the Mojito, a Tequilito is made of fresh muddle mint, lime and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone raves about their table side served guacamole-- what for? It's OK. Nothing great.. just OK.The Huevos Rancheros is good. I actually finished the whole plate-- which probably means they didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'm mad at this place because not once did the waiter tell me that they charged for soda refills. I paid $6 for soda. I was so pissed...I won't be coming back here.
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A girlfriend and I went here for lunch to relax after a long afternoon of shopping. The food was good, the choice of different salsas was nice. Sangria was tasty! It seems a little overpriced and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great for groups! The bar was awesome. My eyes were glistening from the wall of liquor. Tequilla was good (in my margaritas) and one reason to stop by...even if its just at the bar: THE GUACAMOLE!...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place gets a less than solid three stars from me. I'm visiting this area from the east coast, and really expect a lot of Mexican here. I mean, I can get what's good Mexican in Virginia, so it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had lunch a few weeks ago with some friends; the service was ok and our dishes ranged from 'just ok' to 'pretty good'. however, i must say, that there're so many good mexican restaurants in san jose...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went for dinner last week and because it was fairly late, and mid-week, there was no wait. Service was slower than it should have been given the crowd. We ordered and waited. When the food finally...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place because I can take the pup and they serve caiparinhas. It is really over priced for the amount of food you get and it is hit or miss. I have been there were the food was great and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Old World Mexican cooking describes Consuelo's at Santana Row. The place is a charming but albeit small bistro... they make up for it with plenty of outdoor seating. The restaurant is located at the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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Consuelo Mexican Bistro makes its home in the midst of San Jose's elegant Santana Row. With its vibrant colors, full Latino bar, and authentic cuisine; Consuelo resembles the grand restaurants of Mexico City...
restaurant.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My stance has been against most Santana Row restaurants mainly because it's way too overpriced and the food usually SUCKS!On that note, we went to Consuelo's yesterday and brought our lil pup with us...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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Loved the ambience of the place. Staff were not that polite though. The food was awesome. The handmade tortillas were great. So was the guacomole made at the table. We loved everything we ordered.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mother's Day Brunch without a reservation would normally be a nightmare.I came here this morning around 10:30am with the boyfriend and his parents. We got lucky with no wait time (amazing!) but were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner with a friend. Ordered guacamole, mole poblano, coliflor capeada and arroz a la mexicana. The guacamole is freshly made table side. 3 halves of avocado were mashed together with diced...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For me it is hard to pay this much for Mexican food, but I must say the quality it top notch. It is a couple steps above the various taquerias sprinkled around San Jose. If you go you must order the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let's talk about brunch, shall we?Mexican breakfast, filling, spicy and tasty right?No.Not at Consuelo's so if that's what you're in the mood for go somewhere else. But something tells me you'll like...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We came starving and thirsty which is a very bad way to arrive at this restaurant. Our server Eric was awful, he had a permanent scowl on his face - we ordered 2 waters and 1 ice tea and it took him...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Came here with a group of friends. We really enjoyed the food. They made fresh guacamole at our table. A few dishes our group had were the Camarones Tamarindo (tamarind), Mole Poblano, Scallops....
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You know... it's not that this place is bad, really. It's more like it's just a Santana Row version of a Mexican restaurant. And there are so many Mexican restaurants in San Jose, why would you go...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I hope they've improved. Every time I've gone there they repeatedly ask me to buy a drink and order the guacamole. The last time they were late with the water, rushed us to order food, kept hustling...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I recommend eating outside. If you're paying so much for so little, might as well be seen! Plus, it feels a bit cramped inside.Don't come here hungry, come here thirsty. The food is pretty flavorful,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hmmm... I usually yelp restaurants before going to them but in this case, didn't get a chance because it wasn't a planned visit. In any case, it's probably a good thing I didn't yelp Consuelo because...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I now have one rule when it comes to mexican food...."keep it real" From now on I am only going to taquerias for mexican food. These "fancy" places don't know how to do mexican right! I think the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let's get something straight. Although I've had the guacamole and one or two other items, I don't go to Consuelo to eat. I go there with a good friend or my dad, when he's in the country, strictly...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll admit that I'm probably a little more generous with the rating than I should have been given I came here the first time on the company dime. The food isn't "authentic", so don't come here looking...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Very limited menu. The food is not good, mediocre at best. The only things that are decent in the tostada and the sangria. Have yet to try the margaritas, but I would have to want to go there to try...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Where's the burritos" - my future mother-in-law asks as she scans the menu. "This isn't one of those Mexican restaurants" - my future father-in-law responds. The food was delicious, and I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
went with a co-worker who insisted we go here.Was wary as I patroled the nearly 50% crap reviews this place has got.Overall, not a bad experience , but not one I would choose to do again.Had: gauc,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, to sit outside and drink many glasses of sangria while the staff prepare your guacamole! Everything I've had here is good, but for warm summer nights, just stick to sangria first and chips and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had the pleasure of going for Sunday Brunch. Extra Spicy Bloody Mary is the way to go. Service was nice, food arrived quickly and was quite tasty. Can't comment on the price, as my date was kind...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Consuelo, what has happened to you? I used to think your food was good, great even. Alas, our 4 most recent visits rendered little more than dry chicken, dry rice, and *gasp* dry carnitas. Heck, on...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Their food is really good. I love their guacamole (they hand-make it at your table- much better than Chevy's). However, I am quite disappointed in this:I made reservations on opentable.com for 12:45...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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I've been here at least five times, have always left happy. I would go more often but it's pretty damned expensive, $12 margaritas for example. Too bad it's on Santana Row. The fresh guacamole made at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
ordered all the appetizers...only some stood outservice was forgetful and slow. gave us the wrong order or forgot themthe made fresh at your table guacamole is overrated, quite bland
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Another Santana Row dining failure. If you're not going to give chips and salsa like every other Mexican place in the country and like what most customers expect (I overheard at least two other tables...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this place. Thier margaritas are great and they have wonderful food. Great place to go. BUT...I would also go to EL Jardin right next door if you are looking for an outdoor setting. I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
pretty much the most disgusting Mexican food around. Overpriced dry chewey chicken , horrible service, and ridiculously small portions.
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here with a bunch of Yelp girls. I liked the drink menu, and started out with a Caipirinha, since this Brazilian drink is hard to find. It was tasty, and had I not needed to drive later, I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
wow, i'm surprised at the reviews. I ate here twice and both times I had the carnitas pork. Obviously twice because I thought it was rather good. It doesn't come in a taco but in a bowl rather with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
*5 stars for Service*Last night was another Girl's Night Out and the 14 of us (yeah 14) all went over to Consuelo's for dinner. We were pretty much all on time and were seated right away and I was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Consuelo embodies many of the same characteristics as Santana Row itself: a lot of flash, not much substance, hype and music and lights and something still to be desire when you left. I honestly...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My best friend and I used to frequent this place, back before we got really busy with work and school. We always got the fresh guac and a pitcher (or two) of sangria. Good place to catch up with old...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I partied hard this weekend. I NEEDED my hangover CURE.I READ that Consuelos had pozole so I was pretty excited when I woke in the afternoon at my friends (overpriced) apartment on top of...where...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Consuelo is okay. If I were to judge them solely on their tortillas and the presentation of their guacamole, I would give them four stars. However, I have been underwhelmed by the rest of the food...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This is my first review here but after my experience this past Saturday night, I felt compelled to write. It was 5pm on a Saturday evening and I was meeting some friends for a drink. Since it was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure what I'm doing right to have a better experience than most other Yelpers here.I make a reservation, usually just 2-3 people and request to sit outside, always outside. I come with the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
ZERO stars. service was bad; but i do not care too much about that. the food was clean; however. my problem was; i ordered filet mignon, my brother pork; there was hardly any meat on my plate. Next to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food is pretty good. At least it leans far more towards the authentic side and less towards the TACO BELL end of the spectrum. Every time I have eaten here the food has been good, except for one time...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Friends and I went on a Sunday evening for dinner. We made reservations beforehand so our table was ready for a large group. I didn't really like the seating, because instead of chairs it was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
1 year anniversary with the fruitbag, so where do we go? consuelo mexican bistro in the oh so beloved & overrated santana row!i was a little skeptical of this place since it's in santana row, but it...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was okay, but the service...It was a Sunday afternoon, we are sitting inside...and...the service was horrible. Everything took forever, and when we were done with our food, our plates sat in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had great service. The food was good, but nothing to write home about. The sangria KICKS Ass! it is great! our server was very attentive and was on top of it. The little tortillas are cute in a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Surprised with the reviews....I give Consuelo's 3.5 stars more towards the 4 stars. So I have heard from 2 people who happen to be Latina that this place was pretty good. I would have to agree....
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Was not too impressed. The prices reflect the pricey Santana Row location not the quality of the food or preparation of it!!! I got the Carnita's on my first visit and thought it would have been a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First, this is a 3.5 star review.They have very good margaritas, and I like their sangria. It's not amazing, but it's very good. They make great tableside guac, and for the drinks and guac alone with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
CONSUELOS is TAPAS style which means PRICY and still hungry...again santana row so the service sucks the food was OH KAY! at any rate i wont be back.
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Sloooow service at 4pm, flies buzzing around, asked for medium rare steak that came out well done, uncomfortable seating.$22/person with no drinks. The food was all right. This is the second time I've...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ah... a fine authentic Mexican establishment that is absolutely sure to confuse folks who's closest (and most often) exposure to Mexican is through Taco Bell... or (gag) Una Mas...The stuff here is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
One thing to describe this place: "P.O.S." I took my grandmother here for mother's day 2 yrs ago and dreadful regretted it. Now keep in my mind me and my grandmother are both quite fond of mexican...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
THE SERVICE HERE IS COMPLETELY UNPROFESSIONAL.Years ago I had gone to Consuelo, and the service was ok, do-able. However, I went recently and walked out extremely upset and disgusted. I went with a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So perhaps I'm extremely biased... I've been hesitant to write a review of this place since spending my birthday here, but walking past it last night finally prompted me to do it. The service here was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Consuelo is really delicious and well-priced, and the location and atmosphere are great. I love the corn tortillas and the salsas they give you before the meal.That said, it should be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
AMBIENCE: Really nice, just like the rest of the restaurants on Santana Row! I love the abundance of outdoor seating.SERVICE: The waiter was friendly, but service was very slow. It became a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
this place deserves a ZERO! im sorry~ but the food was horrible! no chips & salsa while u wait for the unattentive service, the waiter also put down the dirty menu on my plate (so not sanitary) & the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed my meal. It was a refreshing change to all of the taquerias and and Mexican restaurants I have been to. From the El Torrito and Chevy's type chains to the La Victorias and El Gruillense to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here, along with my two girlfriends. One of my friends had mentioned that she heard that they make great guacamole, so we had opted to give this place a try. First thought, small place and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I must say that I really do like their chips and salsa alternative - fresh tortillas with three different dipping sauces - however the incredibly slow and inattentive service, coupled with a pricier...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This has to be probably the worst place to get Mexican food. I agree with Kristina...this place deserves zero stars. The service was extremely slow and the food wasn't even hot when it finally came....
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When considering traditional Tapas style Mexican dining, Consuelo's is the place to go. I have visited on several occasions, and have been pleasantly surprised each time. I even took the time to make...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place deserves ZERO stars. The worst place I have ever been too and can someone please put a smie on their face when they are serving me. It's all about good customer service and they sucked..Oh...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Enjoyed the fresh tortillas and guacamole. Service was not bad, but not great. Food was good, but the portions are not very big for the price. But really, do I need to bring home leftovers that are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I love mexican food but I do not love Consuelo's probably because they do not serve chips and salsa. I have to say they have the best guacamole because they make it right at your table. It's a good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I shouldn't even take the time to write a review because the food and service here is really bad. If your looking for over priced Mexican food then you should come here. My food was cold when it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
this place sucks. i hated it 3 years ago, and i found out i still hated it yesterday. food is nothing special. i'd rather go to taco bell.
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The only good thing here is the freshly made guacamole. Had bland and dry pork and fish dishes here. I've had better food at Chevy's.
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Love their patio dining but having horribly mixed margaritas for such an upscale place is inexcusable. After an afternoon of wine tasting and pizza eating we all were craving a good cocktail and a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I had the worst experience happen here . This person was getting sick in the booth next to us and while she could nothing about it, the waiter nor the manager acknowledged that there was obviously...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been a big fan of Consuelo's for some time and tend to go there when I'm at Santana Row. The food is decent. My favorites include the guacamole made fresh at the table, the cornbread, ceviche,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could rate this "0" stars. This was the WORST food and experience I have ever had in a restaurant!!!!Walked in with no reservation and had a 3 minute wait before we were sat. Cool. No...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I realized something today. I need a vacation. Because when I feel like a trip to Santana Row constitutes one, there is definitely a problem. Consuelo's has a great sidewalk patio, perfect to enjoy...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have a STRONG bias against Santana Row. I fully know that almost everything they sell here, you can buy a better version of for way cheaper at a place that is much less trendy. Not to mention that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Every time I'm in San Jose, this is a must for me. So far, it's my favourite place to eat on Santana Row. The place is casual but not too casual, classy but not pretentious (like some places on...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I must admit I was a little swayed by the previous reviews...but here's my twopence worth.Omar was our server and he was the best thing about this place, although a special mention to the ultra-hot...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing good about this place is the very nice, curly haired, short bus boy. This is the ONLY reason I am giving it 1 star. He made my guacamole(which you have seen if you walk by on the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Can I give this restaurant "No stars"? It simply sucked. Aside from being neglected by our waiter who seemed too busy entertaining people on the sidewalk, the food left a lot to be desired. I was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really 3.5... Someday yelp you will give me my half stars. I am rounding up because the current review is stuck at 3 and I think it is a little better then that just because it is a little different....
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here last night for a quick round of drinks and apps for a meeting with a board member where I volunteer. I haven't been here since we started making our own margarita's and mojitos at home...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing you'll find more labor intensive than watching them make guac is trying to figure out how you racked up such an expensive tab without getting full in the process.
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I would first like to clearly state that Taquerias are to Mexican food what Fast Food Drive-Thru's are to American food and for the vast majority of people who believe that Mexican cuisine is limited...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the tortillas! How can something so simple be so good! I could keep eating and eating them. They come with three sauces--sweet, slightly spicy, and a sort of cilantro based one. I kept...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I am going to keep this simple so that i don't come across as some loony bent on revenge, but this place really does blow. I cannot and would not recommend this place to anyone (frankly, I don't see...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this place is not good! sure, the service was fast but it's tapas style and they have everything ready in the kitchen to bring out to you when you order. i did like the fresh corn tortillas you get...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place sucks! Be warned, you will be ripped off and regret it. Had the worst meal in memory: Actually started out okay with one of the four tables outside and a band was playing in the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I saw this place I was pretty sure that "Mexican Bistro" just meant "Regular Mexican Food, but in Santana Row". But I was wrong. This is not a place where you tear through a bottomless chips &...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Consuelo's Mostly Swell-o at Santana RowConsuelo specializes in the cuisine of Central Mexico. I enjoy eating here because you get the flavors of Mexico without eating the same old taco or burrito....
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i was very skeptical about this place at first. Ugh....a Mexican joint at Santana row probably jacking up the price because of it's location?!but when i ate there with a group of friends i soon found...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great tortillas and fresh guac. If you like it extra-spicy, they'll put habaneros in for you. Food is hit-or-miss: when it's good, it's great, which is why we keep coming back. We love the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Like home cooking- but on a fanicer plate.I typically don't eat there for dinner seeing that i can just ask mom to make me more than half of what they offer on the menu. I do like to go here for a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like the fresh warm tortillas. I like the outdoor patio seating on the left side of the restaurant on nice days. I like their margaritas. I like their food. Why didn't I give them more stars?...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this "high end" mexican bistro was not bad. but not great either. my boyfriend and i were walking through the shops at santana row when we spotted this inviting mexican "bistro" joint. we decided...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Wish I could rate the food for this restaurant...but, we had to move our party of seven up and outta there even before the waiter could serve me a glass of water. Here's what happened: My friend and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Went once, and never going back. The food was kind of quirky, no typical selections and the descriptions were a little vague (to me). The service was par and nothing about the place really stood out...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Consuelo gets 3.5 stars for location, decor and drinks. I came here with my aunt for a nice dinner and I did enjoy myself! We had mojitos, carnitas and some guac. My aunt could have whipped up a 5...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good food good service. Small portions but good. I had the carnitas and it was decent. Average place. pricey however. great place for music and if you're out with your buddies
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I come here to watch the cute blonde hostess walk back and forth. She makes me smile but not more than those little warm corn tortillas. I love this place because they serve the guacamole with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Is it just me or do most of the male servers look like sleezes? The service was average. I got some kind of fish dish, I forget because it's been a while, but it was good. The guacamole was alright,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So after going to El Jardin over the summer before moving up here and having a great margarita and some decent apps, i had hoped id have a simliar experience at consuelo. Another questionable...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad. That's about all i can say. The people are friendly, the service is good, the food....meh. Well I take that back, the guac is pretty darn good. But other than that, there are much better...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
To Consuelo's for Carnitas!I've been to Consuelo several times, but my latest visit was this afternoon for a late lunch.I normally really enjoy the food, but it just didn't hit the spot this time.The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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I went to Consuelos to celebrate my girlfriends birthday. They packed us into a corner where you had to virtually walk over chairs to squeeze in. The service was horrible. We asked to speak to a manager...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Authentic food.I have been eating mexican food most of my life, as I was born there. Anywho, the food is great, very authentic with a few twists which make it a trully unique place to eat mexican food...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I received excellent service!!! I love the food!!! Try the ceviche and the pozole verde with of course guacamole. The portion was just right for two people to share. I believe this is the right...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
These 3 stars represent the only goodness at this over-rated restaurant = freshly made GUACAMOLE!!! Their food is over-priced and of low quality covered up by over seasoning...their drinks are decent...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here over 5 times, and each time I enjoy it more and more. The ala carte menu gives you a chance to mix match your sides and share among your friends and family. Dishes I recommend are,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There's an equal amount of pluses and minuses for this place. Therefore I'm in that grey, middle-of-the-road, boring, flip-flopping, 3 star zone. Plus - great corn tortillas for appetizers. Steaming,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't "get" the Mexican food here. It's trying too hard to be chic and sophiscated, but doesn't seem to have a consistent identity. Maybe I just want something down to earth and delicious. Maybe I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not too impressed with their food even though I've only been here once.The service is so-so, the serving sizes are ridiculously small. Especially the Quesadillas I ordered for appetizers. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely not cheap Mexican food but very good. I don't know how authentic it is, I wouldn't know the difference. The guacamole is great. The little dishes are all very good and the tortillas are...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The highlight of the meal for me was the guacamole, prepared fresh at your table. It was fantastic and served with flat tortillas that complemented it perfectly. I had the mole for my entree and it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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My friend and I dined here the other night after going to the movies at Santana Row. This place has some of the worst "Mexican" food ever. Most taquerias are better than this place! The sangria was the only...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The hubby and I really like this place. The food is different than any typical Mexican place. You won't find bean and cheese burritos here, rather food coming from the southern more tropical areas...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went here a few times. its a nice little lay out with very good mexican food. portions are a little smaller than most but flavor makes up for portions. theres also a bar when you first enter if youre...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
GAG me with a spoon!!!! Blech, this place is so gross, the food is so bland, I was so excited to eat the roast cactus but it was really bad :( I didnt think it was possible to have bland mexican food...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I went here for our last date night. It's right across the street from the theatre we were going to AND it was one of the restaurants in Santana Row that he hadn't been to yet AND I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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The food here is very good and quite unusual. I haven't had a bad meal but I'm not sure what region of Mexico the food comes from. As mentioned before the guacamole is made fresh at your table, to your liking...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had my first dining experience here with a friend one early Sunday evening. The place was packed, but we opted to sit out in the covered patio, regardless of the brisk October air. Thank goodness...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am not a Santana Row-advocate. Actually, I try to avoid it at all costs. Not my scene - but that's a whole other story. One thing I do like is Consuelo's. I went with a group of friends one night...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food here tastes ok - I brought a friend from out of town and he really enjoyed it.I don't think they have quite figured out the concept of customer service. We were pretty much ignored most of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place was absolutely disappointing. I took my fiance for dinner there last night and the food and drinks were a joke. The location is great, the atmosphere and ambience inside and outside was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Blech. I stopped going to this place, even though the food is pretty good (usually), because the service was so crappy. Drinks are good, tapas are good (usually, I'm getting to that), but don't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is very good and quite unusual. I haven't had a bad meal but I'm not sure what region of Mexico the food comes from. As mentioned before the guacamole is made fresh at your table, to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The whole experience was weird.Our waiter was non-existent most of the time... so they obviously were understaffed. Halfway through our 'experience' the waiter for the table next to us says that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We decided to take our cousins to Consuelo's because we were at Santana Row and they thought it looked interesting. Big Mistake! The service that we received was awful. We asked for water twice, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They make the best tortillas with guacamoli, fresh home made little corn tortillas makes it worth going there. One of the best Mexican food I ever had, Very nice selection of appetizers too.
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just enjoy this place for the mojitos and an appetizer or two. Sit outside to people watch and enjoy a nice sunny day. I love places like this that offer the tapas plates as when I'm having...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Well, it looks like other yelpers have some pretty strong feelings about this place - I suppose I'm really somewhere in the middle - I don't love it; nor do I hate it. It was definitely a great way...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went there the other day for an early dinner with a friend. I think the food was good but the portion i thought was kind of small and if wanted rice or sides...they're separate, i thought it was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
[Disclaimer: Any place in Santana Row is fighting an uphill battle with me as I think the development is plagued by self-satisfaction and un-self-aware smugness: a lot of doofuses parading around...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
it was ok, and it was too pricey for food that was not that great.
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've not been here for dinner so this applies to lunch only. Upscale Mexican food served small plates style. Nice decor and ambiance. An outside patio for the nice days, which I've experienced once....
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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I had a pleasurable dining experience at this Mexican restaurant last Christmas, when I dined there with four of my girlfriends. In California, we are so lucky to get great Mexican food for however much we...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The flavor of the food is forgettable, but I didn't forget the food. Everything was lost in the sea of Mexican concoctions: mole, guacamole, salsa, etc. Gorgeous color, presentation, enjoyed the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
fresh tortillas, i love their carnitas, and their mango mojito was excellent.. i'm usually not too fond of mexican food but this place is one of my favorite
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The food is BLAND and overpriced. Trying too hard to be fancy and trendy, but HELLO, you gotta make the food taste as good as it looks. Seems like most restaurants on Santana Row suck. Except for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i had the carnitas and cactus salad. both shits were bomb
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted this place to be good and have been back 3 times just to give it another try but I just can't find it worth my time and money.They do make their own tortillas and do a nice guacamole...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Hated it!I thought it was going to be some sort of sophisticated Mexican restaurant since the menu seemed so non traditional. I was so disappointed in the food and the prices were ridiculous for what...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Even though I enjoyed the ambiance and cozy environment, the food disppointed me. The only thing I enjoyed was the guacamole, which was made and served in front of you.
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We were here for a friend's b-day.... The food was pretty good, but the waiter was kind of spacey. He had this glazed look with a weird smile all the time, and then asked if we wanted to order the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2006
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I've been here a few times and the food is consistently good, but the service is hit or miss. Usually, a miss. It doesn't make a difference if it's crowded or not. It has the potential to be a great place if...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/15/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this place has a ton of potential and food is actually quite good. but there is something lacking in the execution of it all... sometimes the food is bland, sometimes its fabulous. same goes for the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was very disappointed with both the food and the service. Definitely would never go there again.
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The only thing I liked at this restaurant was the booth I got to sit in. Yay for the nice hostess that put me there! Other than that, our waiter was rushed and unhelpful. He did not explain the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2006
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We went on a Wednesday. Our table had benches (no backs to the chairs - so rather uncomfortable). The service was slow. Most of the party of 6 had been there before - and were disappointed this time. I ordered...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/09/2006
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I had been to Consuelo Mexican Bistro couple of times - mainly for brunch/lunch. The food is real good. The menu is pretty good ... I normally don't prefer Mexican food. But I love this place.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This Mexican tapas restaurant was disappointing. Everyone agrees that it is worth visiting once for the guacamole, which they make fresh at your table as spicy and limey as you want it. The fresh...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2006
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I never liked Mexican food before. I earn miles on certain restaurant that participates and this one does. We tried it one day, and I acquired a taste for Mexican food. Also tried: chicken mole, carnitas, lamb...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a great place for Tequila and File Mignon...The morning brunch/breakfast is lacking in choices that hit the spot. Overall, the ambiance and food is a winner!
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2005
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Went for breakfast/brunch .What a bomb! Horrible!!!! Service stinks you couldn't get the waiters attention if your life was dependent on it...food was cold and unappetizing...my wife practically cried when her...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Possibly the freshest and tastiest tortillas you'll ever have, don't be afraid to ask for more. It's actually good that they distribute only 6-10 at a time so they don't get cold sitting on your...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2005
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This was my second visit to Consuelo. We visited because we wanted tapas, but didn't want to brave the rainy day, rush hour traffic to Mountain View for Cascal. That was a big mistake. I wasn't impressed with...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/02/2005
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This restaurant was a welcome addition to Santana row among the Italian and American offerings. My husband and I went there for brunch on Sunday. The Bloody Mary's there are PERFECT. I had a Mexican version of...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2005
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True Mexican or not, this place has a lot to be desired. I read several good reviews of this place so I talked a couple friends into going this past week. The menu looked very interesting, everything is Tapas...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/08/2005
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The only thing I liked at this restaurant was the booth I got to sit in. Other than that, our waiter seemed rushed and indifferent towards us. He did not explain the menu or check up on us during our meal. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/14/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This Mexican restaurant is no taqueria down the road. The stylish decor and the trendy uniforms of the wait staff boldly announces what you're in store for as you walk through the door. The menu is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this restaurant. You have to order the fresh guacamole that they make right at your table. I also enjoy the pozole, although the spiciness of this soup varies day to day so ask for a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good Mexican tapas place! This is no Chevy's. You'll find dishes you won't see at chain mexican restaurants or burrito places. I like how they make the guacamole fresh right by your table and you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2005
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I stick to my favorites, and here, it is the 'fresh fish' with green beans and truffle sauce. The fish is always perfect and I 'clean' the sauce off my plate. The mole chicken is too sweet, needs more...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/23/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food is excellent! They serve an authentic Caipirinha here (Brasilian cocktail). Just don't believe them when they say "Authentic Mexican food, served tapas style". Aren't tapas from Spain?...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2005
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Do you like 10 dollar margaritas? Then this is the place for you! As for the food, my meat was fatty, dried out and rubbery. The salad was big and the lettuce was fresh but it lacked flavor as the dressing was...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2004
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Having been seated near the noisy kitchen at a "4 top", I asked to be moved to one of the 3 empty booths near the front. The leader of three young hostesses, dressed in that avant-garde sultry black, told me...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2004
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The menu here is different than most Mexican places, and the food was good. We didn't think the price/value was very good. We had the guacamole, which was great (except there was too much to eat :) ) and a...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2004
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Having lived in the southwest all my life and in Mexico City for 5 months, I was thrilled to find a restuarant which provided the pallette and tastes of the finest cooking found in Mexico. The dishes were...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/04/2004
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Finally Mexican food that goes beyond Taco Bell Grande Supremo, Nacho Enchilado Don Paco, El Fish Taco Loco and Enchirrito Gordito Supreme... Across the board, this restaurant has done what no other restaurant...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/28/2004
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Finally there is an authenthic mexican restaurant in the Bay area. The food is excellent, some of my favorites are the sopes, the ceviche, tortilla soup, cactus salad...crepas con cajeta. Can't wait to try the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2004
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TThis restaraunt has a few good things going for it. Friendly staff and an interesting menu. The best thing that they do is a guacamole that's made tableside! You can choose how many and what kind of herbs and...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2003
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It's a shame that a prime location is being squandered. The service was flat, everyone seemed less than thrilled to be there. Few smiles and minimal information on the menu. The caesar salad was boring, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/25/2003
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It has great ambiance and great place to people watch. the bar drinks are great. I was a little disappointed with some of the dishes, not enough flavor. The tableside guacamole was excellent! The waitstaff is...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2003
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I went on a Tuesday night with a group of six. We were seated at a nice big table by the owner. The service was nice from Silvia and the owner came by to visit with us during our dinner. We ordered several...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2003
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Consuelo Mexican Bistro features a traditional and diverse Mexican cuisine. The complex flavors from the kitchen are complimented with creative drinks, selected Tequilas, beer and wine from the bar. The decor...
opentable.com - user review
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Great food dishes, wonderful sauces. The guacamole prepared at our outdoor table was just right (they'll ask how spicy you want it). Main dishes: filet mignon was tasty; chile relleno was good
travel.yahoo.com - user review
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this bistro recalls mexico city during the early 1900s. besides excellent traditional mexican cuisine (served in a small plate format), consuela has a full latino drink bar. noteworthy on the menu is the...
wcities.com - user review
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consuelo mexican bistro features a traditional and diverse mexican cuisine. the complex flavors from the kitchen are complimented with creative drinks, selected tequilas, beer and wine from the bar. the decor...
opentable.com - user review
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