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Copita Tequileria y Comida is a vibrant neighborhood restaurant in Willow Glen serving seasonal, modern Mexican fare with a twist. Copita currently offers dinner service with indoor and outdoor seating on two levels and lunch and weekend brunch Thursday-Sunday. Executive Chef Azari Cuenca-Maitret leads the kitchen in collaboration with Chef/Co-Owner Joanne Weir. Copita’s menus are always 100% gluten-free and feature local ingredients, including housemade corn tortillas made in-house for an extensive taco list. With over 100 tequilas, mezcals, an award-winning margarita, and a unique cocktail program, Copita is the recipient of many awards and recognition including “Best Margarita” in the Bay Area.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1098 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA 95125
Phone: (408) 600-0810
Website: https://copitarestaurant.com/willow-glen-home/
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Reviews
G Lee
Copita fits perfectly into the neighborhood’s lively downtown vibe. It’s a spot where you can stroll past boutiques and cafés, then duck inside for tacos and’s drinks and instantly feel the energy pick up. The layout is cool too; there are bars both downstairs and another one upstairs, and the top floor gives you a great view of the street scene below. Right on the corner.
Service was just ok and the food definitely same. The quesabirria tacos were the standout for me while the carnitas with corn tortillas were tender but not that flavorful. The fish tacos had a light, tasty thing going on.
It’s quite pricey for what I’d delivered in volume and quality. Food looks super pretty though.
It’s an easy place to settle in for drinks and did before wandering back into the buzz of Willow Glen.
… moreService was just ok and the food definitely same. The quesabirria tacos were the standout for me while the carnitas with corn tortillas were tender but not that flavorful. The fish tacos had a light, tasty thing going on.
It’s quite pricey for what I’d delivered in volume and quality. Food looks super pretty though.
It’s an easy place to settle in for drinks and did before wandering back into the buzz of Willow Glen.
Amy Phorth
We’ve been here twice now and have enjoyed the drinks and food. There is a parking lot behind the building and street parking. We came here for happy hour and it’s definitely worth checking out. All the HH drinks were delicious and my favorite was la capirucha. I love mezcal and this drink is super refreshing. For the ceviches, we’ve had the coconut campechano and shrimp aguachiles tostadas. We thoroughly enjoyed both of these and would recommend these to try. For the tacos, the most memorable and flavorful one that I would recommend is the trompo. As for dessert, you must try the churros! They come out hot and it is delicious with the chocolate sauce. If you’re in Willow Glen and looking for a good happy hour, definitely swing by Copita for some drinks and food!
… moreNicole Spoljar
Came here on a Saturday at 11am for brunch. We had a reservation but they open at 11am and we were the only ones for about 20-30minutes.
We got a selection of dishes: omelette, potatoes, and 3 different tacos – we enjoyed them all and were very happy with the food and service!
The restaurant itself is also really nice, cute decoration and indoor as well as outdoor patio seating.
… moreWe got a selection of dishes: omelette, potatoes, and 3 different tacos – we enjoyed them all and were very happy with the food and service!
The restaurant itself is also really nice, cute decoration and indoor as well as outdoor patio seating.
Melissa Montoya
The food and drinks were delicious—everything we had tasted great, and the cocktails were delightful. Unfortunately, the service was very disappointing. We should have gone to any other place to celebrate our 24th anniversary, but we came here. Our expectations of this place were high since Willow Glen restaurants and bars have very attentive and friendly guest service, but the “La Copita Tequilera” level of service did not meet even the basic restaurant standards. First, when we checked in, it was noted as a special occasion, meaning we chose this restaurant for a very important dinner for us, like our 24th Anniversary. The table we were seated at was in very bad condition, It moved all the time we were there.
Service: Our waitress, Keibech, needs to focus a little more on basic restaurant service steps. I’ll explain why: She never greeted us, the eye contact never exist she just focused on her order device. The first thing she said after she got to the table was, “What can I get you?” After bringing our drinks (some other team staff) and food (the runner)Keibech never checked on us to see if we were enjoying our drinks or food. The main menu was never explained or suggested anything else , and we had to ask the busser to get her several times so we could get our next drinks round. When she came to the table, she didn’t clear empty plates or glasses. The table was a mess until the end, I stacked them and put it on the side and she just turn around the few times she show up. At the end, when we asked for the check, she brought the card machine without giving us some time to review the bill, I felt like she was just in a hurry to be done with us get her not well deserve 20% tip we gave her (just for the bar drinks and food )Overall, the “service” felt cold and inattentive, which really took away from an otherwise great anniversary dinner. With better service, this place could potentially be in the top 10 around the area.
… moreService: Our waitress, Keibech, needs to focus a little more on basic restaurant service steps. I’ll explain why: She never greeted us, the eye contact never exist she just focused on her order device. The first thing she said after she got to the table was, “What can I get you?” After bringing our drinks (some other team staff) and food (the runner)Keibech never checked on us to see if we were enjoying our drinks or food. The main menu was never explained or suggested anything else , and we had to ask the busser to get her several times so we could get our next drinks round. When she came to the table, she didn’t clear empty plates or glasses. The table was a mess until the end, I stacked them and put it on the side and she just turn around the few times she show up. At the end, when we asked for the check, she brought the card machine without giving us some time to review the bill, I felt like she was just in a hurry to be done with us get her not well deserve 20% tip we gave her (just for the bar drinks and food )Overall, the “service” felt cold and inattentive, which really took away from an otherwise great anniversary dinner. With better service, this place could potentially be in the top 10 around the area.
Bubblyfishy
One thing that irked me was that the waitress said would you like to have chips, salsa, and guacamole while we wait for others to arrive but never warned that the guacamole was actually extra. We got two sets of chips, salsa, guacamole not realizing I paid 30 dollars for it…my goodness. Other than that, the food was good, but please warn your customers if something will be extra.
… moreC. S.
2025 update: My MIL and I had a nice Oaxacan styled experience. We enjoyed the ceviche and our shrimp tacos were flavorful and beautifully presented. Our margarita and drinks were well crafted.
They ran out of Banuelos, so order those first! lol The flan is more firm as a style.
The entire experience was nearly two hours, so enjoy the time together!
We recommend Copita to family and friends for meals and rooftop events. They were hosting over 80 people on the rooftop area and parking was not a problem.
Ceviche – SHRIMP AGUACHILE TOSTADAS
avocado | cucumber | serrano chile | lime | cilantro
Tacos – SAUTÉED SHRIMP
cabbage slaw | black bean purée | avocado | pico de gallo | macha aioli
COPITA MARGARITA
Herradura Silver | lime | agave | salted rim
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2024: Great food for friends, a date night, or family. The chef is an artist who pays close attention to all details and the mixologist creatively infuses creations as well. The staff take good care of the guests. Whether seated downstairs or catching a view from upstairs, a positive experience, all around! We had the Blood Orange Margarita, Mangonada, Wine, Chicken Tortilla Soup, Brussels, 24/7 Carnitas, Guacamole, Crudo, Churro with Cinnamon and Chocolate. Next time…we will do the flights!
… moreThey ran out of Banuelos, so order those first! lol The flan is more firm as a style.
The entire experience was nearly two hours, so enjoy the time together!
We recommend Copita to family and friends for meals and rooftop events. They were hosting over 80 people on the rooftop area and parking was not a problem.
Ceviche – SHRIMP AGUACHILE TOSTADAS
avocado | cucumber | serrano chile | lime | cilantro
Tacos – SAUTÉED SHRIMP
cabbage slaw | black bean purée | avocado | pico de gallo | macha aioli
COPITA MARGARITA
Herradura Silver | lime | agave | salted rim
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2024: Great food for friends, a date night, or family. The chef is an artist who pays close attention to all details and the mixologist creatively infuses creations as well. The staff take good care of the guests. Whether seated downstairs or catching a view from upstairs, a positive experience, all around! We had the Blood Orange Margarita, Mangonada, Wine, Chicken Tortilla Soup, Brussels, 24/7 Carnitas, Guacamole, Crudo, Churro with Cinnamon and Chocolate. Next time…we will do the flights!
Thai Thinh Dang (Tim)
Food was ok, but service were terrible. I arrived around 5ish and it was not crowded, they seated me outside cold, in a dark, covered corner.
My horchata took an hour for them to get to me and I had to ask multiple times. My water was never refilled, although EVERY OTHER table gets their water refilled. Was I left out?
Never coming back.
… moreMy horchata took an hour for them to get to me and I had to ask multiple times. My water was never refilled, although EVERY OTHER table gets their water refilled. Was I left out?
Never coming back.
Sam Dillard
Everything I’ve tried here is good. My benchmark for these higher end Mexican joints and tequilerias is chicken enchiladas mole. It was good.
Queso is like a real melted cheese dip, more like a pizza cheese topping than like a TexMex queso. It’s good and the cheese is kept warm so it’s always melted, but it’s a preference thing. Just a heads up.
… moreQueso is like a real melted cheese dip, more like a pizza cheese topping than like a TexMex queso. It’s good and the cheese is kept warm so it’s always melted, but it’s a preference thing. Just a heads up.
Jubilie
Had the best time at Copita last night for date night! We sat on the rooftop and it was such a vibe—loved the Latin music playing in the background.
We tried a couple cocktails and my faves were Rosemary’s Dream and La Capirucha—so good. For food, we shared the Brussels sprouts (always a fave), the tamale (the masa was melt-in-your-mouth soft, sooo good), and the shrimp aguachile tostadas—super light, refreshing, and honestly to die for.
Also, shoutout to Denise for being such a great server—loved her energy and her recs were spot on. Can’t wait to come back!
… moreWe tried a couple cocktails and my faves were Rosemary’s Dream and La Capirucha—so good. For food, we shared the Brussels sprouts (always a fave), the tamale (the masa was melt-in-your-mouth soft, sooo good), and the shrimp aguachile tostadas—super light, refreshing, and honestly to die for.
Also, shoutout to Denise for being such a great server—loved her energy and her recs were spot on. Can’t wait to come back!
Rory Benedict
After a lovely afternoon at the Willow Glen Spring Wine Walk in San Jose (see separate review), my wife and I stopped for a bite at Copita Tequileria y Comida, located at the corner of Lincoln Avenue and Willow Street.
The restaurant has the flair of a traditional Mexican eatery with a contemporary twist. It features a formal dining room, a good-sized bar, outdoor seating, and a second-story rooftop lounge. We arrived before the bulk of the wine-walk crowd, so we were seated promptly.
Having just finished an afternoon of wine tasting, we opted for water only. To start, we ordered two appetizers: Chips & Two Salsas and the Crispy Calamari. The chips and salsas arrived first. The salsas—guajillo (red) and tomatillo (green)—both had good flavor, though we found the chips a bit too greasy for our liking. It was hard to tell whether this was standard preparation or simply an oilier batch than usual.
The Crispy Calamari followed shortly after and was served with a macha aioli dipping sauce. The rings and tentacles were crispy and flavorful, and this dish stood out as a highlight.
For our entrées, my wife ordered the Chicken Tinga tacos, choosing two from the available two- or four-taco option. They were filled with braised chicken breast, chipotle, tomatoes, onions, avocado, cilantro, and crema. I ordered the flautas, which were filled with carnitas and topped with onions, cabbage, tomatillo salsa, avocado, crema, and cotija. The presentation and texture were good, but I felt the dish was missing a bit of flavor—overall good, though slightly on the bland side.
Overall, the food reflects a California-style approach: fresh, clean, and visually appealing. Service was attentive without being intrusive. The menu is somewhat limited, and the restaurant seems to lean toward a lively, party-centric atmosphere, particularly in the evenings.
… moreThe restaurant has the flair of a traditional Mexican eatery with a contemporary twist. It features a formal dining room, a good-sized bar, outdoor seating, and a second-story rooftop lounge. We arrived before the bulk of the wine-walk crowd, so we were seated promptly.
Having just finished an afternoon of wine tasting, we opted for water only. To start, we ordered two appetizers: Chips & Two Salsas and the Crispy Calamari. The chips and salsas arrived first. The salsas—guajillo (red) and tomatillo (green)—both had good flavor, though we found the chips a bit too greasy for our liking. It was hard to tell whether this was standard preparation or simply an oilier batch than usual.
The Crispy Calamari followed shortly after and was served with a macha aioli dipping sauce. The rings and tentacles were crispy and flavorful, and this dish stood out as a highlight.
For our entrées, my wife ordered the Chicken Tinga tacos, choosing two from the available two- or four-taco option. They were filled with braised chicken breast, chipotle, tomatoes, onions, avocado, cilantro, and crema. I ordered the flautas, which were filled with carnitas and topped with onions, cabbage, tomatillo salsa, avocado, crema, and cotija. The presentation and texture were good, but I felt the dish was missing a bit of flavor—overall good, though slightly on the bland side.
Overall, the food reflects a California-style approach: fresh, clean, and visually appealing. Service was attentive without being intrusive. The menu is somewhat limited, and the restaurant seems to lean toward a lively, party-centric atmosphere, particularly in the evenings.