Well, this was disappointing. I used to live in Los Gatos and I’d always wanted to stop into this one because Andale’s was closer to me. Also I always want to support a mom and pop place so after a visit to the DMV I convinced my son to stop in. Hesitantly my son agreed because it was a 4.1 stars and he was sure it was going to be bad. We were hungry so I said even if we just have a taco and bean dip and depending on what’s on the menu. Still we were scared so we didn’t want to order too much. We split an enchiladas Suizas, He didn’t stop and properly greet us like you would expect an acquaint mom and Pop kind of place. I spoke Spanish to him so I don’t think it’s because he was uncomfortable then he side eyed me when I told him we were going to split an order. He seemed to be in a huge hurry even though there were 3 people at the end of their meal. He quickly took our order and left, quickly brought it out extra plates without asking. The green sauce for the enchiladas was, I’m sure, canned and if it wasn’t, it tasted like it. The beans were absolutely from a can and if they weren’t, they tasted like it. The rice was the only item on the menu that was decent. It was three very small tortillas and needless to say not enjoyable at all, we hesitantly ate it because we were hungry, but otherwise we wouldn’t have eaten it. The Horchata was good and served in a nice looking cup $6.50 but the enchiladas were whopping $22. $22 is not a lot if they are good enchiladas the portion of beans was in a tiny small container. Not worth $22. The bill altogether was 31 for the drink and taxes with tip is $36.79 I was really hoping this was a good place and maybe they are with other foods don’t order the Enchiladas Suizas or the beans 🤣
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Nosivadnomis
My wife and I were actually on our way to eat at Oak and Rye when we decided to pop into La Esquina Mexican food. I had a carnitas burrito and my wife had the street tacos. We were both extremely happy with our choices. My carnitas had some crispy pieces that made my day. My wife said the tacos were moist, tender and very flavorful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carnitas, Street Taco
Moe Kistler
We ran into one of our favorite restaurant owners. Jesse, former owner of Casa Teresa. we stopped by his restaurant in Los Gatos called La Esquina Mexican, located across the street from the Los Gatos DMV.
The food was great. The atmosphere was nice and his coworker Melissa was a very nice person and very attentive.
It was fun to catch up and talk about old times. If you have a chance, I encourage you to stop in and say hi and have bite to eat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One Life
Delicious food! We had the carnitas burrito and carnitas plate — both were full of flavor and big portions. A little on the expensive side, but worth it. Friendly service and we’ll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Bernal
Best Mexican food in Los Gatos. Highly recommend you stop in for lunch.
Carol Granas
We had 2 burrito bowls and fish tacos and all were delicious. The waitress was great, friendly and efficient. I will return!
Forest
Pass: be careful if you're allergic to onions... even if you ask for no onions they'll give you extra onions, I mean there's more onion than meat here -- I assume they did this on purpose
Even at that, it wasn't a very good taco to start, chips are old, and salsa is level 2
Brian Simpson
My wife and I go there at least once or twice a month and the food is always top notch.
Mandie Holmes
La Esquina is a great low-key spot that feels like a small-town Mexican restaurant—a refreshing break from the over-the-top and overpriced for what you get dining scene in Los Gatos.
The chicken mole was excellent—rich, flavorful, and made me want to explore more of the menu. The al pastor street tacos were fantastic, full of flavor and cooked just right. I probably won’t order the chile verde tacos again, but everything else was strong enough that I’m already looking forward to coming back. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere and great food—what more could you ask for?
Fresh and delicious Great atmosphere and service was prompt and friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chimichanga Verde, Torta, Chile Verde, Street Taco
Omar Reyes
Neat mom and pop Mexican restaurant with very high quality food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Edwin Hernandez
Just went for 5 de mayo, Never again. 4 out of 5 people threw up on the way home. The chicken burrito was carnitas. Not chicken. Tortilla was soggy like if it was wet even tho i asked for a dry burrito. HIGHLY DONT recommend the burritos
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Веселин Кирилов
Wait was too long, an hour for a burrito. Never again. They have a lot of to go orders so they give them priority.
Well, this was disappointing. I used to live in Los Gatos and I’d always wanted to stop into this one because Andale’s was closer to me. Also I always want to support a mom and pop place so after a visit to the DMV I convinced my son to stop in. Hesitantly my son agreed because it was a 4.1 stars and he was sure it was going to be bad. We were hungry so I said even if we just have a taco and bean dip and depending on what’s on the menu. Still we were scared so we didn’t want to order too much. We split an enchiladas Suizas, He didn’t stop and properly greet us like you would expect an acquaint mom and Pop kind of place. I spoke Spanish to him so I don’t think it’s because he was uncomfortable then he side eyed me when I told him we were going to split an order. He seemed to be in a huge hurry even though there were 3 people at the end of their meal. He quickly took our order and left, quickly brought it out extra plates without asking. The green sauce for the enchiladas was, I’m sure, canned and if it wasn’t, it tasted like it. The beans were absolutely from a can and if they weren’t, they tasted like it. The rice was the only item on the menu that was decent. It was three very small tortillas and needless to say not enjoyable at all, we hesitantly ate it because we were hungry, but otherwise we wouldn’t have eaten it. The Horchata was good and served in a nice looking cup $6.50 but the enchiladas were whopping $22. $22 is not a lot if they are good enchiladas the portion of beans was in a tiny small container. Not worth $22. The bill altogether was 31 for the drink and taxes with tip is $36.79 I was really hoping this was a good place and maybe they are with other foods don’t order the Enchiladas Suizas or the beans 🤣
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
My wife and I were actually on our way to eat at Oak and Rye when we decided to pop into La Esquina Mexican food. I had a carnitas burrito and my wife had the street tacos. We were both extremely happy with our choices. My carnitas had some crispy pieces that made my day. My wife said the tacos were moist, tender and very flavorful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carnitas, Street Taco
We ran into one of our favorite restaurant owners. Jesse, former owner of Casa Teresa. we stopped by his restaurant in Los Gatos called La Esquina Mexican, located across the street from the Los Gatos DMV.
The food was great. The atmosphere was nice and his coworker Melissa was a very nice person and very attentive.
It was fun to catch up and talk about old times.
If you have a chance, I encourage you to stop in and say hi and have bite to eat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food! We had the carnitas burrito and carnitas plate — both were full of flavor and big portions. A little on the expensive side, but worth it. Friendly service and we’ll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Mexican food in Los Gatos. Highly recommend you stop in for lunch.
We had 2 burrito bowls and fish tacos and all were delicious. The waitress was great, friendly and efficient. I will return!
Pass: be careful if you're allergic to onions... even if you ask for no onions they'll give you extra onions, I mean there's more onion than meat here -- I assume they did this on purpose
Even at that, it wasn't a very good taco to start, chips are old, and salsa is level 2
My wife and I go there at least once or twice a month and the food is always top notch.
La Esquina is a great low-key spot that feels like a small-town Mexican restaurant—a refreshing break from the over-the-top and overpriced for what you get dining scene in Los Gatos.
The chicken mole was excellent—rich, flavorful, and made me want to explore more of the menu. The al pastor street tacos were fantastic, full of flavor and cooked just right. I probably won’t order the chile verde tacos again, but everything else was strong enough that I’m already looking forward to coming back. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere and great food—what more could you ask for?
This is the best Mexican in Los Gatos.
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Fresh and delicious
Great atmosphere and service was prompt and friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chimichanga Verde, Torta, Chile Verde, Street Taco
Neat mom and pop Mexican restaurant with very high quality food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Just went for 5 de mayo, Never again. 4 out of 5 people threw up on the way home. The chicken burrito was carnitas. Not chicken. Tortilla was soggy like if it was wet even tho i asked for a dry burrito. HIGHLY DONT recommend the burritos
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Wait was too long, an hour for a burrito. Never again. They have a lot of to go orders so they give them priority.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Fish tacos are
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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