# Taco spots in Central San Jose > A taco that stands on its own merits without needing a mountain of salsa to hide the flavor. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/san-jose/central-san-jose/best-taco ## Places (8) ### 1. Chingadazos Taqueria & Bar Mexican spot shines with colorful vibe and family-friendly feel. Tacos offer fresh fish and hearty surf and turf options. Drinks impress with floral garnishes and bold cocktails like micheladas. - Address: 975 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Chingadazos-Taqueria-Bar ### 2. Restaurante El Conrro Small Mexican spot shines with live music and laser lights for a lively vibe. Tacos with tripe and head fillings offer unique flavors at a fair price. Outdoor seating adds a relaxed atmosphere perfect for enjoying Michelada cocktails with low alcohol. - Address: Maria Mobile Wireless, 18 N 7th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RestauranteElConrro ### 3. Tacos Chencho Colorful decor and outdoor seating create a lively Mexican street vibe. Tacos feature varied meats like carne asada and al pastor, paired with a self-serve salsa bar offering pickled vegetables. Cash-only with Zelle adds to the casual, vibrant experience. - Address: 492 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TacosChencho ### 4. Lopez Taqueria 2 Outdoor seating on a sunny patio creates a casual, breezy atmosphere perfect for enjoying super tacos with double wrapped tortillas and tender pork. Authentic Mexican flavors shine with melted cheese, avocado, and fresh salsas. Quiet street adds to the calm setting and family-like vibe. - Address: 1460 Park Ave, San Jose, CA 95126, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LopezTaqueria2 ### 5. Taqueria Lorena's Old school seating meets a clean, modern order area in this laid back Mexican spot. Families and kids create a friendly neighborhood vibe while high-quality meats shine in tacos like Super Tacos with Shrimps and tacos de barbacoa. Limited decor and late hours keep it practical. - Address: 854 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Taqueria-Lorena's ### 6. Tacos Autlense Small tables with four chairs create an intimate vibe. Carne asada tacos shine with size and price. Warm, casual air flows through open doors, perfect for late-night cravings. Cash-only policy and an on-site ATM add convenience. - Address: 1020 Story Rd, San Jose, CA 95122, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TacosAutlense ### 7. Mariscos Costa Alegre Outdoor dining under a large tent offers a Mexico-by-the-sea vibe with vibrant colors and festive decor. Live mariachi music creates an energetic atmosphere that fills the space. Shrimp and fish tacos shine with fresh, flavorful ingredients making each bite memorable. - Address: 855 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MariscosCostaAlegre ### 8. TOSTADAS Small space bursts with colorful retro decor and lively music that energizes without drowning out talk. Birria tacos deliver juicy, amazing flavor, while cocktails shine with beautiful craft. Staff bring a party-like vibe that lifts the whole experience. - Address: 304 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TOSTADAS2 ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.