La Peñita
601 S 1st St, San Jose
(408) 295-0434
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Beef Caldo De Res
Chiles Rellenos
Cocido de Res
Menudo Soup
Chilaquiles
Camarones
Burritos
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Recent Reviews
Best Cocido! Add to that homemade corn tortillas and fresh squeezed oj. The service can be slow as it's a small restaurant with one woman running the front and maybe 2 cooks. She is also very chatty with customers.
I just wanted to share a fantastic find with you. There's this amazing restaurant in San Jose that serves the most authentic Mexican cuisine. Despite its humble appearance, the food is absolutely genuine and delicious. My personal favorite is the Cocido de Res, which, believe it or not, even surpasses my mom's recipe. I totally recommend giving this place a try. The only thing is, I wish they would extend their operating hours.
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If you’re in the area, I definitely recommend stopping by. As someone from Texas who appreciates good food, I can honestly say Penita did not disappoint!