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The History Behind Jose’s Jose’s Mexican Café and Cantina opened in November 1973 by the Martinez Family. Oldest brother, Joe, opened the La Paloma Mexican Restaurant on Kapiolani in 1966. The younger brothers and sisters followed Joe to Hawaii, moving one by one and working for Joe at La Paloma. After working for a few years, the younger brothers, and sisters decided to open Jose’s in 1973. Jose’s first cook was taught by Mom, Ina, using her own family recipes for enchiladas, salsa, Spanish rice and beans. Today, Jose’s is still serving up great Mexican dishes and refreshing margaritas on 1134 Kokohead Avenue in Kaimuki, Hawaii.
Hours
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1134 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
Phone: (808) 732-1833
Website: http://www.joseshonolulu.com/
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Cordero Bearden
Actual legit critique of food being eaten
Starting off with the reoccurring problem that others are discussing.
Service: Service was not terrible as people suggest. Maybe people had a bad day but everything is fine. Little bit lacking in attention to some people but nothing excessive..
Real time update: It has been over 30 minutes since we were seated. Waiter keeps walking past us and even allowed another table who came in 25 minutes after us to order (They also left shortly after we finally ate.) I can easily ask for assistance, but im keeping this critique legit.
Waited after 40 minutes
Chips & Salsa: The chips and salsa are your basic run of the mill chips and salsa. The salsa, like people have suggested, are likely from store bought. If it is made in house, tasted a bit watery and need salt or lime. Nonetheless… they are still chips and salsa you can eat and finish
Almost 30 minutes later. Food came out. Not stressed about it but portions were appropriate. I got the Burrito Ranchero and it was pretty good. Only gripe is that the meat was a bit dry and the rice was hard. Beans themselves were good.
All in all. Service wasnt terrible bit it definitely needs helping. Being in here for almost 2 hours and seeing 2-3 rotations of customers at a single table is unsat. The restaraunt isnt authentic Mexican food. Not sure why I expected it especially being in Kaimuki but it wasnt spectacular, wasnt terrible. Average at best.
… moreStarting off with the reoccurring problem that others are discussing.
Service: Service was not terrible as people suggest. Maybe people had a bad day but everything is fine. Little bit lacking in attention to some people but nothing excessive..
Real time update: It has been over 30 minutes since we were seated. Waiter keeps walking past us and even allowed another table who came in 25 minutes after us to order (They also left shortly after we finally ate.) I can easily ask for assistance, but im keeping this critique legit.
Waited after 40 minutes
Chips & Salsa: The chips and salsa are your basic run of the mill chips and salsa. The salsa, like people have suggested, are likely from store bought. If it is made in house, tasted a bit watery and need salt or lime. Nonetheless… they are still chips and salsa you can eat and finish
Almost 30 minutes later. Food came out. Not stressed about it but portions were appropriate. I got the Burrito Ranchero and it was pretty good. Only gripe is that the meat was a bit dry and the rice was hard. Beans themselves were good.
All in all. Service wasnt terrible bit it definitely needs helping. Being in here for almost 2 hours and seeing 2-3 rotations of customers at a single table is unsat. The restaraunt isnt authentic Mexican food. Not sure why I expected it especially being in Kaimuki but it wasnt spectacular, wasnt terrible. Average at best.
Carrie Anderson (C. Anderson)
Excellent service! The food is good and atmosphere is ok. I had the crab Enchiladas and they were good. A friend had the steak and it was perfectly grilled.
… moreKi Bolt
Went in with family visiting from Germany. Quickly seated may be due to just opening. Quickly given chips and salsa . Ordered macho nachos (great portion tasted good just was a bit soggy but edible i guess brother ate it up)
Crab Enchiladas ( delicious recommend order sauce on side ) 3 tacos( they had ground beef instead of a steak shockingly it was good unlike cholos who’s taste like the smell of alpo lol) not bad mouthing cause it was ono just wish they would bring food out at the same time there was a 10-15min length from nachos reaching table to the crab ench then 3 tacos. Small kind had family sitting without because of the delay from kitchen to table. And extra chip and salsa is an additional cost.
… moreCrab Enchiladas ( delicious recommend order sauce on side ) 3 tacos( they had ground beef instead of a steak shockingly it was good unlike cholos who’s taste like the smell of alpo lol) not bad mouthing cause it was ono just wish they would bring food out at the same time there was a 10-15min length from nachos reaching table to the crab ench then 3 tacos. Small kind had family sitting without because of the delay from kitchen to table. And extra chip and salsa is an additional cost.
Anela Robinson
Celebrated my 69th bday with my family and had a fabulous time. ❤️
… moreZeina B.
We randomly came into Jose’s today after running errands. The place was not busy and the wait staff was very nice.
I got the fish tacos (Mahi Mahi) and they were absolutely amazing. Very large portions. So much so that I used the second tortilla that was placed under the tacos and made another taco. The fish was cut into chunks. Add a little lemon and it is perfection.
My spouse only eats Vegan/ Vegetarian and our waitress Sara recommended the Vegetable burrito. It is literally the best vegetarian burrito my husband has ever ever had. We highly recommend it and will be coming back.
… moreI got the fish tacos (Mahi Mahi) and they were absolutely amazing. Very large portions. So much so that I used the second tortilla that was placed under the tacos and made another taco. The fish was cut into chunks. Add a little lemon and it is perfection.
My spouse only eats Vegan/ Vegetarian and our waitress Sara recommended the Vegetable burrito. It is literally the best vegetarian burrito my husband has ever ever had. We highly recommend it and will be coming back.
Rio Valdes
The fish tacos were fresh and tender.
Service good – wait staff limited (so be kind to her and to management)
If in a hurry keep in mind to arrive early and prepare for slow service due to limited staff.
Good place for a drink and enjoy a private bar atmosphere.
… moreService good – wait staff limited (so be kind to her and to management)
If in a hurry keep in mind to arrive early and prepare for slow service due to limited staff.
Good place for a drink and enjoy a private bar atmosphere.
Green Apple
Older female server Ignored us so we had to seat ourselves even tho the sign in the front says ‘ Please wait to be seated’
Food is definitely not worth the prices they charged. Young lady behind the bar was helpful.
… moreFood is definitely not worth the prices they charged. Young lady behind the bar was helpful.
JMAC
Nice inobtrusive place to hang in the hood. I like camping at the bar. Meatball soup and Carnitas are my go-to’s!
5/5/21 Cinco de Mayo!
Added a pic of the Carnitas.
2/28/22
Celebrated Mardi Gras a little early with Carnitas andxTecate. Sorry, no pics. Slow, but food still consistent. Friendly bartender. Hopefully, the restaurants that survived will get back on their feet soon with steady business. Small, early happy hour crowd. Always adjust, and they should do fine. ✌
4/2023
Still serving good food. Service is a little different. Faces have definitely changed, so it’s not the same neighborhood friendly feel but still a nice option. ✌️
… more5/5/21 Cinco de Mayo!
Added a pic of the Carnitas.
2/28/22
Celebrated Mardi Gras a little early with Carnitas andxTecate. Sorry, no pics. Slow, but food still consistent. Friendly bartender. Hopefully, the restaurants that survived will get back on their feet soon with steady business. Small, early happy hour crowd. Always adjust, and they should do fine. ✌
4/2023
Still serving good food. Service is a little different. Faces have definitely changed, so it’s not the same neighborhood friendly feel but still a nice option. ✌️
Hisham Isa
Server was nice. Food came out quickly. But the restaurant had lingering cigarette smoke odor, which is not too pleasing. So, I did take out and ate in the car. If not, I would have eaten at the restaurant.
… morePatricia McGarry
I placed my order by phone for pick up. The place looked very inviting and festive. If I was to dine in it looked like it would have been nice.
I got the chicken enchilada plate with beans and rice. It came with a bag of chips and salsa.
I thought the enchiladas were good but was a little disappointed with the refried beans. I could be wrong but it almost had the same consistency of a canned refried beans. The rice was a little too dry and I had to add a little salt to the salsa.
But for being on the island, I think it was pretty good. I did feel like it was a little pricey for 2 enchiladas with a little rice and beans though. The service was fast and nice.
I would definitely recommend you try them out.
… moreI got the chicken enchilada plate with beans and rice. It came with a bag of chips and salsa.
I thought the enchiladas were good but was a little disappointed with the refried beans. I could be wrong but it almost had the same consistency of a canned refried beans. The rice was a little too dry and I had to add a little salt to the salsa.
But for being on the island, I think it was pretty good. I did feel like it was a little pricey for 2 enchiladas with a little rice and beans though. The service was fast and nice.
I would definitely recommend you try them out.