Olla Cocina

4.2

331 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Great for scenic views
Vegetarian-friendly
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Olla is a casual Mexican dining experience that serves quality Mexican food and cocktails with efficiency and flair. Situated on the Historic San Pedro Square in Downtown San Jose, Olla features house-made tortillas and tamales, delicious tacos and enchiladas with fresh seafood and locally sourced meats and vegetables. Our bright and airy dining room opens to our street-front patio with plenty of outdoor seating. Olla offers a fast-fine model of service which ensures swift ordering and attentive, warm hospitality.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(408) 606-7999
Website
https://www.ollacocina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Reynol Martinez
Private party facilities
Olla Cocina would be honored to host your next event, we have several options to choose from for your next company dinner or Family Party. Please note all groups of 12+ will be required to reserve through our event sales manager. Please contact rocio@ollacocina.com for more information.

Location
17 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110
Neighborhood
San Jose
Cross street
Santa Clara Street
Parking details
Limited street parking and parking available in Market Street Garage
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Agave Hour @ Olla Cocina
Multiple dates available
Sun - 3:00 PM - 8:45 PM
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CEVICHE TRADICIONAL$17.95
fresh cod, shrimp, avocado, pico de gallo, with tortilla chips
SEARED CALAMARI*$17.95
chorizo, green mole, rancho gordo beans, pickled red onion, pico de gallo, cilantro, chipotle aïoli
EMPANADAS$12.95
mushroom, zucchini, corn, caramelized onion, asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses, cilantro-cabbage slaw, roasted tomatillo salsa { 2 }
GRILLED ZUCCHINI CON QUESO$10.95
confit garlic, tomato coulis, caramelized onion, melted asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses
HOUSEMADE SALSA$4.95
with tortilla chips
GUACAMOLE, SALSA$13.95
with tortilla chips
ROASTED WILD MUSHROOM QUESADILLA$15.95
asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses, crema & roasted tomatillo drizzle, pico de gallo. housemade organic tortilla

Ensaladas y Sopas

OLLA'S CAESAR SALAD*$15.95
romaine, epazote croutons, cotija cheese, caesar dressing
TOSTADA SALAD$15.95
romaine, mexican rice, refried black beans, roasted corn, cherry tomato, red onion, epazote, mint, cotija cheese, crema, avocado, lemon vinaigrette
CHICKEN CALDO$15.95
organic chicken quarter, zucchini, cabbage, corn, potato, carrot, cilantro, salsa de molcajete
Roasted Golden & Chiogga Beet Salad$15.95
orange segments, queso fresco, chili ancho vinaigrette, toasted pepitas, fried cilantro & epazote

Lados

RICE$3.95
mexican rice or puebla vegetable rice
BEANS$3.95
refried black beans or chorizo beans
STREET CORN$7.95
butter, lime, cotija cheese, tajin
HOUSEMADE ORGANIC TORTILLAS
lightly fried shrimp, avocado, cabbage, poblano crema, house-made tortillas
- (3)$2.50

ESPECIALES DE LA OLLA

Camarones a la Diabla$25.95
shrimp in spicy habañero sauce, guacamole, with mexican rice, refried black beans & housemade organic tortillas
GRILLED ATLANTIC SALMON$27.95
sofrito, epazote-roasted cauliflower, cilantro-paprika sauce
ROASTED CHICKEN MOLE$28.95
organic chicken breast, olla's mole poblano sauce, pickled red onion, toasted sesame seeds, with puebla vegetable rice & housemade organic tortillas
Carne Asada$29.95
grilled flap steak, chorizo beans, charred spring onion, whole-roasted jalapeño, with housemade organic tortillas

Platos Principales

STUFFED CHILE RELLENO$18.95
chipotle-tomato sauce, asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses, crema, cotija cheese, with mexican rice & housemade organic tortillas
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER ENCHILADAS$18.95
green mole, pepitas, asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses, crema, avocado, pico de gallo, with mexican rice & refried black beans
CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES$20.95
tomatillo sauce, asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses, crema, with mexican rice & refried black beans
BRAISED BEEF MOLE ENCHILADAS$20.95
olla's mole poblano sauce, asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses, pickled red onion, crema, toasted sesame seeds, with puebla vegetable rice & refried black beans

Tacos

CRISPY BAJA-STYLE FISH*$13.95
radish slaw, guacamole, chipotle aioli
CRISPY SHRIMP*$15.95
radish slaw, guacamole, chipotle aioli
PORK AL PASTOR$14.95
roasted pineapple, roasted tomatillo salsa
QUESABIRRIA$15.95
braised beef, asadero, oaxaca & monterey jack cheeses, with consome

Postres

CHURRO BITES$8.95
caramel sauce
CLASSIC FLAN$8.95
whipped cream
DESSERT TRIO$19.95
flan, churro, vanilla ice cream
VANILLA ICE CREAM$4.95
caramel sauce

COCTELES

OLLA Margarita
tequila blanco, orange liqueur, lime, agave
- Glass$13.95
- Carafe$45.95
Cielito Lindo
mezcal, manzanilla sherry, chareau aloe liqueur, cucumber, lemon, celery bitters, agave
- Glass$13.95
- Carafe$45.95
Yucatan
vodka, ginger syrup, lemon, passionfruit
- Glass$13.95
- Carafe$45.95
San Pedro Sangria
red wine, orange liqueur, amontillado sherry, sweet vermouth, pineapple, chicha syrup, lemon
- Glass$13.25
- Carafe$45.95
Palanco Paloma
tequila blanco, grapefruit, cappelletti, lime, pomegranate, angostura bitters
- Glass$13.95
- Carafe$45.95
Anticuado
bourbon, nixta corn liqueur, chile pasilla, angostura bitters
- Glass$14.25
Diablito
mezcal, campari, xila ancho chile liqueur, orange bitters
- Glass$13.95
La Quebradora
white rum, mint, lime, mango, soda
- Glass$13.95
- Carafe$46.95
Sangria Blanca
white wine, grapefruit, elderflower, pisco, agave, pineapple, lime
- Glass$13.25
- Carafe$45.95
Media Noche
tequila reposado, mezcal, rumchata, coffee liqueur, coconut milk
- Glass$14.25
Puente Jalisco
tequila reposado, monkey shoulder whiskey, triple sec, orange bitters
- Glass$14.25
Daily Slushee
ask about today's selection 14.95
- Glass$14.95

CERVEZA Y MAS

Del Cielo
morena mia, lager martinez, ca 5%
- Pint$13.95
- Pitcher$45.95
Stone
buenaveza salt & lime, lager escondido, ca 4.7%
- Pint$8.00
- Pitcher$26.95
Lagunitas
hazy wonder, indian pale ale petaluma, ca 6%
- Pint$8.00
- Pitcher$26.95
Calicraft
tiki time tropical, american pale wheat walnut creek, ca 6.5%
- Pint$8.00
- Pitcher$26.95
Altamont
maui waui, indian pale ale livermore, ca 6.5%
- Pint$8.00
- Pitcher$26.95
Corona
extra, lager
- Pint$8.00
- Pitcher$23.95
Modelo especial
pilsner
- Pint$8.00
- Pitcher$23.95
Modelo Negra
pilsner
- Pint$8.00
- Pitcher$23.95
MICHELADA
- chile, lemon, tomato mix$2.00
TEQUILA CHASER
- chilled shot of our house tequila blanco$6.95
White Claw Hard Seltzer
mango or black cherry
- 12oz can$5.95

SIN ALCOHOL

Chicha Morada
Chicha syrup, lime, pineapple, soda
- Glass$6.00
Passion Spritz
passion fruit syrup, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, agave syrup, soda water, prickly pear puree
- Glass$6.00
Fountain Drinks$3.95
coke, diet, sprite, iced tea, orange fanta, root beer
Bottled Drinks$4.95
mexican coke, sprite, squirt, jarritos tamarind or mandarin
TopoChico$4.95
SparklingWater

VINO

Benziger
sauvignon blanc, glen ellen, ca 14%
- GLASS$13.00
- 1/2 CARAFE$31.95
THE FABLEIST
rose of pinot noir, central coast, ca 11.6%
- GLASS$13.00
- 1/2 CARAFE$31.95
Lola Mora
malbec, mendoza, argentina 13.5%
- GLASS$13.00
- 1/2 CARAFE$31.95

Blanco Tequila

arrette$12.00
avion silver$12.00
casamigos$14.00
casa noble crystal$10.00
cazadores$11.00
clase azul plata$20.00
cincoro$17.00
codigo$14.00
don julio$14.00
fortaleza$15.00
patron silver$12.00
siete leguas$13.00

Reposado Tequila

avion$12.00
azunia$12.00
casamigos$16.00
cazadores$12.00
clase azul$35.00
codigo$20.00
don julio$15.00
fortaleza$18.00
patron$14.00
patron alto$40.00
siete leguas$16.00
tromba$11.00

Anejo Tequila

avion$15.00
casamigos$18.00
casa noble$12.00
cazadores$15.00
clase azul$95.00
don julio$70.00
cristalino$16.00
don julio 1942$35.00
fortaleza$20.00
pasote$14.00
patron$14.00
siete leguas$14.00
tromba$12.00

Extra Anejo Tequila

avion 44$25.00

Mezcal

amaras azul$24.00
amaras cenizo$20.00
amaras cupreata$12.00
casamigos$18.00
catedral de mi padre$14.00
catedral de miespadin$14.00
catedral de miensamble$23.00
catedral de mitobala$27.00
clase azul durango$45.00
clase azul guerrero$45.00
del maguey vida$12.00
vago cuixe$18.00
vago espadin$15.00
verde$15.00
yuu baal anejo$19.00

What 331 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Jose / Silicon Valley
Great for brunch
San Jose / Silicon Valley
Kid-friendly
San Jose / Silicon Valley
Healthy
San Jose / Silicon Valley
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331 Reviews

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Pam
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The carne asada plate and the enchiladas is to die for, also the spirits and homemade tortillas make a delicious signature. Plenty of tables, public parking across the street, take a nice stroll afterwards and you’d have a great night out.
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Dee
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Waitresses were not attentive. I ordered a Tostada salad the grilled chicken that smelled like fish. However they did remake my salad. had to get attention of waitresses from the start of taking our order to getting check.
Olla CocinaResponded 7 days ago
Hi Dee, Thank you for your review. Feedback like yours is how we learn and grow. My greatest fear is a guest not having a great time and then not letting us know about it. I must also apologize that you were not satisfied with your food and service. We pride ourselves on providing great food , service and, most of all, hospitality. Clearly we fell short. We would love the opportunity to make it up to you and welcome you back. And I would like to learn more about your experience. Please reach out to me or our GM, Parviz directly. Richard
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Jaishree
San Francisco
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The food was onsy but the service was very slow. It took 40 mins to get our appetizer. We also felt that the restaurant was too noisy.
Olla CocinaResponded 7 days ago
Hi Jaishree, Thank you for your review. Feedback like yours is how we learn and grow. My greatest fear is a guest not having a great time and then not letting us know about it. I must also apologize for your wait time. We pride ourselves on providing great food , service and, most of all, hospitality. Clearly we fell short. We would love the opportunity to make it up to you and welcome you back. Please reach out to me or our GM, Parviz directly. Richard
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Elsa
VIP
San Francisco
62 reviews
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were a party of 6. I asked for a quiet table so our group could all hear the conversations. We got a corner table in the side room. PERFECT! We did have to ask to turn down the music a notch or two again so we could hear each other. That was accommodated as well. That was a problem the first time we were there. Food was excellent. Our friends really enjoyed their entrees. I’m sure they will go back again with their family.
Olla CocinaResponded 7 days ago
Hi Elsa, Thank you for the 5 start review and the kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Please ask for our GM, Parviz.
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Tim
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service was slow. Food was decent. The table was reserved and ready for our group. For a business meeting, it was a success.
Olla CocinaResponded on December 7, 2024
Hello Tim Thank you for taking time and sending us your honest feedback, I am sorry that you visit was ok. and not great. I am not going to make any excuses and you should have gotten great food and prompt service. I will use the information to and will be taking a closer look into what happened to improve guest experience moving forward. I hope you will allow us the opportunity and giving us a second chance to give you the service you deserve. Thank you Parviz Pazoki
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Jeff
VIP
San Diego
30 reviews
3.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a reservation at 8:30 am and arrived on time to find out the restaurant closed at 9 pm. We ordered everything quickly to respect the workers and get them home as soon as possible. Let’s start with service was outstanding ! Walter’s filled, drinks and food ordered quickly and he consistently checked back with us to ensure we had everything we needed. Chips and guacamole are outstanding !! Our entrees we just warm, not hot. Flavor was nice but would have liked a hotter meal. Overall good and would go back and try again !
Olla CocinaResponded on November 30, 2024
Hello Jeff, Thank you for your Support, I am pleased to here that you enjoyed your visit, I am sorry that your entrees arived warm and not hot as it should have, please accept my apoligies. I appriciate you taling the time to give us your feedback, I hope to see you soon. Thank you Parviz Pazoki
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Jackie
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Upon arriving to the restaurant, we noticed right anway the cosmetics of the restaurant were amazing! The atmosphere was very pleasant as well. I am not sure if the restaurant was short staffed but it did take a while for our server to arrive after seating us. Even after our whole party of 12 arrived. Nonetheless our waitress was very nice. I ordered the enchiladas and I must say they were pretty good. We also ordered 2 pitchers of margaritas. The cucumber and the guava. My favorite was the cucumber margarita. So refreshing and a must try. After dinner we went on a stroll around the area and it is centrally located and surrounded by super up beat bars and more small restaurants. We had such a blast.
Olla CocinaResponded on November 18, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at our restaurant! We're delighted that you enjoyed the atmosphere and found the location convenient. We appreciate your feedback about the margaritas, especially the cucumber variety that you loved. We apologize for the delay in service when you first arrived. While we strive to provide prompt attention to all our guests, we acknowledge that wait times can sometimes occur. We're glad that our waitress was able to provide a pleasant service despite the initial wait. Again, thank you for all the feedback.
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Scott
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time with friends. Casual fun vibes with amazing eats!
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Cheri
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the vibe, loved the food! Perfect place to go before you see any event at the SAP center
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gmanlee
San Francisco
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Everything about my first visit to Olla Cocina was great. The menu isn't that large, but what we had was good. They serve the "harder" type of tortilla chips and their guac is tasty. Chicken enchiladas verde were tasty and just a little spicy. Very nice. The quesabirria tacos were wonderful. Nice flavor and a little extra dipping consome on the side. And I'd also recommend the braised beef mole enchiladas. They have an extensive tequila selection. Our group was mixed on the Cazadores anejo. I didn't think it was very smooth but someone else liked it a lot. And one of the reposados, I forget if it was the avion or azunia was pretty light for a reposado. Still, great fun tasting!
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Olla Cocina is rated 4.2 stars by 331 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

17 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Santa Clara Street
Neighborhood
San Jose
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Limited street parking and parking available in Market Street Garage
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Reynol Martinez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.ollacocina.com/
Phone number
(408) 606-7999
Private party facilities
Olla Cocina would be honored to host your next event, we have several options to choose from for your next company dinner or Family Party. Please note all groups of 12+ will be required to reserve through our event sales manager. Please contact rocio@ollacocina.com for more information.

Olla Cocina

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Agave Hour @ Olla Cocina

PARA LA MESA

CEVICHE TRADICIONAL$17.95

SEARED CALAMARI*$17.95

EMPANADAS$12.95

GRILLED ZUCCHINI CON QUESO$10.95

HOUSEMADE SALSA$4.95

GUACAMOLE, SALSA$13.95

ROASTED WILD MUSHROOM QUESADILLA$15.95

Ensaladas y Sopas

OLLA'S CAESAR SALAD*$15.95

TOSTADA SALAD$15.95

CHICKEN CALDO$15.95

Roasted Golden & Chiogga Beet Salad$15.95

Lados

RICE$3.95

BEANS$3.95

STREET CORN$7.95

HOUSEMADE ORGANIC TORTILLAS

ESPECIALES DE LA OLLA

Camarones a la Diabla$25.95

GRILLED ATLANTIC SALMON$27.95

ROASTED CHICKEN MOLE$28.95

Carne Asada$29.95

Platos Principales

STUFFED CHILE RELLENO$18.95

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER ENCHILADAS$18.95

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS VERDES$20.95

BRAISED BEEF MOLE ENCHILADAS$20.95

Tacos

CRISPY BAJA-STYLE FISH*$13.95

CRISPY SHRIMP*$15.95

PORK AL PASTOR$14.95

QUESABIRRIA$15.95

Postres

CHURRO BITES$8.95

CLASSIC FLAN$8.95

DESSERT TRIO$19.95

VANILLA ICE CREAM$4.95

COCTELES

OLLA Margarita

Cielito Lindo

Yucatan

San Pedro Sangria

Palanco Paloma

Anticuado

Diablito

La Quebradora

Sangria Blanca

Media Noche

Puente Jalisco

Daily Slushee

CERVEZA Y MAS

Del Cielo

Stone

Lagunitas

Calicraft

Altamont

Corona

Modelo especial

Modelo Negra

MICHELADA

TEQUILA CHASER

White Claw Hard Seltzer

SIN ALCOHOL

Chicha Morada

Passion Spritz

Fountain Drinks$3.95

Bottled Drinks$4.95

TopoChico$4.95

VINO

Benziger

THE FABLEIST

Lola Mora

Blanco Tequila