Hours
| 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 |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 117 E Grand River Ave, Portland, MI 48875
Phone: (517) 994-6044
Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551096088447&mibextid=ZbWKwL
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Reviews
Julie H
We stopped here on an out of town trip. There is a river that cuts through the city of Portland and this little Mexican restaurant sits right on the river. If you are lucky, you can get a table that overlooks the river.
You are greeted with a warm basket of chips amd an adorable bottle of mild salsa. It’s addictive.
I ordered a margarita on the rocks and sucked it down embarrassingly fast. It was not too sweet, salty with a wedge of orange garnish.
I ordered the chicken chimichangas. They were delivered on a scalding hot platter with guacamole, rice, beans and creme fresh. I could have easily scarfed it all down, but I controlled myself and took half home as leftovers. My hubby got a taco salad. It also was delicious.
The bathroom was clean and tidy. Extra kudos for that!
The only downside to this cute little place was the parking. The lot is small, cramped and scary. When you enter the lot, use the entrance right by the front door of the restaurant. The lot is narrow and it is not obvious at first that it is one-way tightly angled parking.
Overall, great choice for Mexican food.
… moreYou are greeted with a warm basket of chips amd an adorable bottle of mild salsa. It’s addictive.
I ordered a margarita on the rocks and sucked it down embarrassingly fast. It was not too sweet, salty with a wedge of orange garnish.
I ordered the chicken chimichangas. They were delivered on a scalding hot platter with guacamole, rice, beans and creme fresh. I could have easily scarfed it all down, but I controlled myself and took half home as leftovers. My hubby got a taco salad. It also was delicious.
The bathroom was clean and tidy. Extra kudos for that!
The only downside to this cute little place was the parking. The lot is small, cramped and scary. When you enter the lot, use the entrance right by the front door of the restaurant. The lot is narrow and it is not obvious at first that it is one-way tightly angled parking.
Overall, great choice for Mexican food.
Heather C
Food is exceptional ! Everything weve ordered from Don Jose has been delicious. Large portions. Can get pretty busy around dinner time so sometimes a little bit of a wait for your order. House margaritas are yummy too! Must have if looking for authentic, yummy Mexican food.
… moreKellie Frees
Our most recent time wasn’t our first, but I finally ordered outside of my go to (chicken nachos, which are also excellent!) We got chicken, beef and steak tacos, as well as a beef taco salad.
Hands down some of the best I’ve had in awhile! So thankful this place came to Portland! If I lived in town I’d be there daily!
… moreHands down some of the best I’ve had in awhile! So thankful this place came to Portland! If I lived in town I’d be there daily!
jennfer elise
Excellent food at a good price.
The chips were warm, and the salsa was very good, and I’m kind of picky about my salsa.
The service was amazing. We were seated right away, and our server checked on us multiple times to ask if we needed anything and if everything was good.
I can’t wait to go back. If they get their liquor license and make drinks as good as their food, I’m sure w will be there often. It’s so nice to have an actual Mexican restaurant right in town!
Update:
This place is still awesome! We order take out quite a bit and they’ve never messed up our order and the food is always great. It says my initial review is from 2 years ago, time flies when you finally have a great Mexican restaurant in town.
… moreThe chips were warm, and the salsa was very good, and I’m kind of picky about my salsa.
The service was amazing. We were seated right away, and our server checked on us multiple times to ask if we needed anything and if everything was good.
I can’t wait to go back. If they get their liquor license and make drinks as good as their food, I’m sure w will be there often. It’s so nice to have an actual Mexican restaurant right in town!
Update:
This place is still awesome! We order take out quite a bit and they’ve never messed up our order and the food is always great. It says my initial review is from 2 years ago, time flies when you finally have a great Mexican restaurant in town.
Rochelle Pierce
We always make the drive to Don Jose from Ionia when we want good Mexican food. The tacos are the absolute best. Service is great and I love sitting in back looking out at the river. The chips and salsa are super enjoyable and the prices are reasonable.
… moreKymmie Loveless
The service was fantastic, very polite and on top of everything. The place was clean and very pleasantly decorated. The good is very good, isn’t my favorite place around. But it is very good. I recommend there blanc cheese and anything with their ground beef I’m betting is really good.
Oh one thing here that I’ve never seen anywhere else is you get your own dipping cup for salsa.
… moreOh one thing here that I’ve never seen anywhere else is you get your own dipping cup for salsa.
Cameron Wiley (SWiRLL)
Based on the previous reviews I was a little concerned about food and service. I saw reviews that said horrible service, not true. Saw some reviews that just authentic to a restaurant experience. This is the newest restaurant in Portland and it was and is needed. So yeah there are going to be some hiccups and frustrations with service. I have driven by plenty and the parking lot is full. So my experience wasn’t baised at all. The only almost compliant I have is the chips offered are a little thicker than normal. Food is just what it’s supposed to be great portions and definitely a value for your money. I had the Portland burrito,all of the meat was cooked to perfection. I also had the Tacos Locos, the carnitas, carne asada, and chorizo absolutely delicious,add the sauce provided (only if you okay with a little heat) and you are in for a treat. Will I go again? Absolutely!!!! Will I recommend? Ummm,heck yeah. Keep working out the kinks and you will be very successful.
*** Update**** Now for the second time I have been. The food and service were excellent. Full parking lot and MLive articles are a very good reason…. Its great food.
… more*** Update**** Now for the second time I have been. The food and service were excellent. Full parking lot and MLive articles are a very good reason…. Its great food.
Amy Anthony
11/25We got tacos and fajitas!! Lots of chips and you can get 32oz of their salsa! So good!!! 12/20/25 : never unsatisfied with this place!! Everything was great as usual!!! Service was super!! Food was excellent!!! Highly recommend!!!
… moreELI ANTONOV
Came here in the afternoon, ordered 2 molcajete, taste was okay, cactus is just a fancy addition to the meal. Have other molcajete to compare to at La Mesa restaurant.
Bowl and meal was very hot and little too salty. Tortilla could’ve been served in a tortilla dish with the lid. Other than food, everything else was great.
… moreBowl and meal was very hot and little too salty. Tortilla could’ve been served in a tortilla dish with the lid. Other than food, everything else was great.
Bill&Chris Weinman
Server was friendly but we waited 15 minutes before finally asking if she would take our order. She never offered refills on beverages. The tacos proportions were generous but flavorless. No condiments came with tacos; had to pay extra for sour cream.
Would not recommend if you like Mexican food or even Tex-Mex.
… moreWould not recommend if you like Mexican food or even Tex-Mex.