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Checo's Restaurant
- 674 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112

Mexican restaurant ★4.0·$20–30

674 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA

4.0
Way better food than the restaurants down street. - Hugo Barragan
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$20–30 per person Reported by 0 people$20–30

Checo's Restaurant Introduce

Located in the heart of San Jose, California, Checo's Restaurant stands out as a genuine culinary gem, offering a truly authentic Mexican dining experience with a significant and highly praised focus on fresh seafood. For local users in the Bay Area looking for a meal that goes beyond standard taco truck fare, Checo's provides an expansive, richly varied menu that caters to every craving, time of day, and dining group. Their commitment to offering a diverse culinary journey is evident in their extensive 'Antojitos / Cravings,' 'Especialidades del Mar / Seafood Specialties,' and classic 'Carnes / Meats' sections.

The restaurant’s unique selling proposition lies in its formidable seafood offerings. Customer reviews often highlight that the "Seafood is the best no better restaurant," underscoring the quality and preparation of dishes like the 'Caldo 7 Mares / 7 Seas Soup,' 'Camarones A La Diabla / Deviled Shrimp,' and the impressive 'Molcajete De Marisco / Seafood Molcajete.' The menu is an invitation to explore the deep and vibrant flavors of Mexican coastal cuisine, right here in Silicon Valley. Whether you're craving a refreshing 'Cóctel De Camarón / Shrimp Cocktail' or a hearty 'Caldo De Langostinos / Crawfish Soup,' Checo's delivers authentic taste.

Beyond seafood, Checo's is a complete Mexican restaurant serving the community from morning until evening. Their 'Desayunos / Breakfast' menu features regional favorites such as 'Chilaquiles Con Huevo' and 'Omelette Jamón Y Queso.' Lunch and dinner diners can choose from traditional favorites like 'Tacos De Asada,' 'Burrito Mojado En Salsa Roja,' and various 'Fajitas.' Adding to the appeal, the restaurant boasts a full bar with 'Great beer selection' and 'Great cocktails,' enhancing the overall dining experience in their 'Casual' and 'Cozy' atmosphere. With 'Fast service' and a welcoming setting, Checo's is positioned as a perfect local hub for locals, groups, and even solo dining.

Location and Accessibility

Checo's Restaurant is strategically located in a convenient area of San Jose, making it accessible for the local population and visitors.

The address for this popular dining spot is:

674 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA.

Accessibility is a strong feature of Checo’s, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming visit for all patrons, consistent with California’s commitment to inclusive public spaces.

Key Accessibility Features include:

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Parking options are convenient, offering stress-free arrival for drivers:

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

The location’s ease of access and inclusive facilities underscore its appeal as a true community restaurant, welcoming 'Groups,' 'Locals,' and 'Tourists' alike. The ability to accept 'NFC mobile payments' in addition to 'Credit cards' and 'Debit cards' further enhances transactional accessibility and convenience.

Services Offered

Checo's Restaurant provides comprehensive dining and beverage services, ensuring they meet the diverse needs of their San Jose clientele throughout the day.

  • Full-Spectrum Dining: Offers 'Breakfast,' 'Brunch,' 'Lunch,' 'Dinner,' and 'Dessert,' with comfortable 'Seating' and full 'Table service.'
  • Flexible Ordering: Provides convenient 'Takeout,' 'Curbside pickup,' and 'Dine-in' options.
  • Alcohol Service: Features a full 'Bar onsite' with 'Alcohol,' 'Beer,' 'Cocktails,' and 'Hard liquor,' catering to those who wish to enjoy a drink with their meal.
  • Reservations: 'Accepts reservations' for those planning group outings or wanting to secure a table during peak dining hours.
  • Outdoor Dining: Offers 'Outdoor seating,' allowing patrons to enjoy their authentic Mexican meal in the pleasant California weather.
  • Family Services: Rated as 'Good for kids,' complete with 'High chairs' and a dedicated 'Menú Infantil / Kids Menu,' making it an ideal choice for 'Family-friendly' outings.
  • Diverse Offerings: Menu includes 'Comfort food,' 'Small plates,' 'Quick bite' options, and 'Healthy options,' ensuring a choice for every dietary preference and appetite level.

Features / Highlights

Checo's defining features revolve around its unparalleled seafood selection, vibrant bar service, and its commitment to a comfortable, engaging atmosphere.

  • Seafood Specialization: The standout highlight is the 'Especialidades del Mar,' which includes authentic and complex dishes like 'Mojarra Frita / Fried Tilapia,' 'Camarones A La Crema En Chipotle,' and various 'Caldos y Cócteles,' earning high praise from customers as having the "best seafood."
  • Full Bar with Quality Drinks: Recognized for its 'Great beer selection' and 'Great cocktails,' alongside specialties like 'Micheldas Kora' and a range of 'Licuado' smoothies and 'Aguas Frescas.'
  • Atmosphere and Entertainment: Provides a 'Casual' and 'Cozy' setting, complete with the ability to watch 'Sports,' making it a fun and relaxing place for any group gathering.
  • Authentic and Extensive Menu: Features rare, regional 'House Specialties' like 'Molcajete Mixto' and large-format options like the 'Parrillada (3 Personas),' showcasing a depth of authentic Mexican cuisine.
  • Efficiency and Convenience: Known for 'Fast service,' which ensures that even during busy meal times, diners receive prompt and attentive care.
  • All-Day Dining: The ability to serve everything from a robust 'Desayuno' to 'Dinner' and 'Dessert' with full 'Table service' is a key draw for local users seeking a reliable, full-service spot.

Contact Information

Connecting with Checo's Restaurant for reservations, orders, or general inquiries is straightforward for the San Jose community.

Address: 674 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA.

Phone: (408) 642-1614 (Mobile Phone: +1 408-642-1614)

The provided phone number is the primary contact point for 'Accepts reservations' and for placing 'Takeout' or 'Curbside pickup' orders, which is especially useful given the size and variety of the menu. Customers planning a meal for 'Groups' or seeking information on the daily 'Especialidades del Mar' are encouraged to call ahead. Checo's commitment to modern convenience is reflected in its acceptance of all major 'Credit cards,' 'Debit cards,' and 'NFC mobile payments,' ensuring a smooth transaction process for all California-based visitors. The operating hours typically span from morning to late evening, accommodating all popular dining slots.

What is Worth Choosing

Checo's Restaurant is unequivocally worth choosing for California users in the San Jose area who are looking for truly authentic, high-quality Mexican food, particularly if they are seafood aficionados. The most compelling reason to visit Checo's is its reputation for offering the "best seafood," standing out from other local Mexican spots. The vast and specialized 'Caldos y Cócteles' and 'Especialidades del Mar' menus, featuring dishes like 'Caldo 7 Mares' and 'Camarones A La Diabla,' are a testament to their culinary focus and excellence in this area.

Beyond the exceptional seafood, Checo's offers a complete, enjoyable, and convenient dining experience. It serves all meals—'Breakfast,' 'Brunch,' 'Lunch,' and 'Dinner'—in a 'Casual,' 'Cozy,' and 'Family-friendly' setting, making it suitable for any occasion. The full 'Bar onsite' with highly-rated 'Cocktails' and 'Beer' selection ensures a vibrant evening atmosphere, especially when 'Sports' are on. From a quick and simple 'Tacos De Asada' order with 'Fast service' to a large, celebratory 'Parrillada' for a group, Checo's combines culinary authenticity, a wide array of choices, and superior service in a fully accessible location, cementing its status as a must-visit San Jose Mexican restaurant.

Checo's Restaurant Food & drink

  • Antojitos / Cravings

  • Orden De 3 Tacos De Camarón / Shrimp Tacos Order Of 3 $20.99
  • Orden De Arroz O Frijol 24 Oz / Side Rice Or Beans 24 Oz $9.99
  • Quesabirrias $4.99
  • Orden De 3 Tacos De Pescado / Fish Tacos Order Of 3 $20.99
  • Flautas De Pollo / Chicken Flautas $17.99
  • Burrito Mojado En Salsa Roja / Red Sauce Smothered Burrito $16.99
  • Burrito Regular Azada /Pastor/ Pollo/Chorizo $10.99
  • Burrito De Camarón / Shrimp Burrito $17.99
  • Tacos De Asada $3.50
  • Flautas De Papa / Potato Flautas $17.99
  • Quesadilla De Asada $12.99
  • Súper Burrito De Pollo / Super Chicken Burrito $13.99
  • Tostadas De Pollo / Chicken Tostada $6.99
  • 2 Sopes De Pollo / 2 Chicken Sopes $12.99
  • Quesadillas $9.99
  • Burrito Súper De Asada / Asada Super Burrito $14.99
  • Burrito De Asada Mojado En Salsa Verde / Green Sauce Smothered Asada Burrito $16.99
  • Chips Y Salsa $4.99
  • Quesadilla De Pollo / Chicken Quesadilla $14.99
  • Quesos Fundidos / Molten Cheese

  • Queso Fundido Con Chorizo / Molten Cheese & Chorizo $14.99
  • Queso Fundido / Molten Cheese $12.99
  • Queso Fundido Con Camarón / Molten Cheese & Shrimp $16.99
  • Menú Infantil / Kids Menu

  • Filete De Pescado Infantil Con Papitas / Kids Fish Fillet With Fries $10.99
  • Hamburguesa Infantil Con Papitas / Kids Hamburger With Fries $12.99
  • Medallones Empanizados Infantil Con Papitas / Kids Chicken Tenders With Fries $11.99
  • Desayuno De Niños / Kids Breakfast $12.99
  • Bebidas / Beverages

  • Cappuccino $4.99
  • Licuado De Platano $7.99
  • Limonada / Lemonade $4.99
  • Batidos De Mango / Mango Smoothies $5.99
  • Soda De Lata / Canned Sodas $2.99
  • Jarritos $3.99
  • Café / Coffee $2.99
  • Agua Natural / Natural Water $2.00
  • Batidos De Fresa / Strawberry Smoothies $5.99
  • Soda De Botella Coca Cola Grande / Bottled Soda Big Coca Cola $4.99

    The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

  • Jugo / Juice $3.00
  • Agua Fresca Chica / Small Fresh Flavored Water $3.99
  • Agua Fresca Grande / Large Fresh Flavored Water $5.99
  • Micheldas Kora $17.99
  • Licuado De Fresa $7.99
  • Clamato Preparado / Prepared Clamato $4.99
  • Fajitas

  • Fajitas De Camarón / Shrimp Fajitas $19.99
  • Fajitas De Carne Asada $18.99
  • Fajitas De Pollo / Chicken Fajitas $18.99
  • Fajitas Mixtas $20.99

    Camarón pollo y carne azada acompañado de arroz frijoles con tortillas hechas a mano

  • Desayunos / Breakfast

  • Omelette Jamón Y Queso $16.99

    Acompañado de arroz y frijoles con tortillas hechas a mano

  • Chilaquiles $14.99
  • Huevos Mexican $14.99
  • Omelet Con Chorizo Y Queso $17.99
  • Chilaquiles Con Huevo / Chilaquiles With Eggs $17.99
  • Cilquiles Verdes Con Huevo $16.99
  • Huevos Con Hamon $14.99
  • 3 Panqueques / 3 Pancakes $6.99
  • Empanadas

  • Empanada De Camarón Con Queso / Shrimp With Cheese Empanada $16.99
  • Caldos y Cócteles / Soups and Cocktails

  • Caldo De Pescado / Fish Soup $22.99
  • Cóctel De Camarón Con Pulpo / Shrimp And Octopus Cocktail $20.99
  • Caldo De Langostinos / Crawfish Soup $26.99
  • Cóctel De Camarón / Shrimp Cocktail $18.99
  • Caldo De Oso $26.99

    Calde de marisco con chipotle y tocino tortillas hechas a mano

  • Caldo 7 Mares / 7 Seas Soup $26.99
  • Campechana Cóctel / Campechana Cocktail $22.99
  • Caldo De Camarón / Shrimp Soup $22.99
  • Enchiladas

  • Enchiladas De Camarón / Shrimp Enchiladas $20.99
  • Enchiladas Rancheras / Ranch Style Enchiladas $19.99
  • Especialidades del Mar / Seafood Specialties

  • Filete De Pescado Al Mojo De Ajo / Fish Fillet In Garlic Sauce $19.99
  • Camarones A La Crema En Chipotle / Chipotle Cream Shrimp $19.99
  • Mojarra A La Diabla / Deviled Tilapia $19.99
  • Camarones Rancheros / Ranch Style Shrimp $19.99
  • Filete De Pescado A La Plancha / Grilled Fish Fillet $19.99
  • Mojarra Frita / Fried Tilapia $19.99

    Pico de gallo arroz frijol papas fritas tortillas hechas a mano

  • Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo / Garlic Shrimp $19.99
  • Camarones A La Mexicana / Shrimp Mexican Style $19.99
  • Filete De Pescado A La Diabla / Deviled Fish Fillet $18.99
  • Camarones Empanizados / Crispy Breaded Prawns $19.99
  • Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo Picosos / Spicy Garlic Shrimp $19.99

    Arroz frijol y ensalada Tortillas hechas a mano

  • Camarones A La Plancha / Grilled Shrimp $19.99
  • Camarones Momias Koras / Kora Mummy Shrimp $23.99
  • Mojarra Ranchera / Ranch Style Tilapia $23.99

    Pico de gallo arroz frijol papas fritas tilapia bañada en salsa ranchera tortillas hechas a mano

  • Mojarra Al Mojo De Ajo / Garlic Tilapia $22.99
  • Camarones A La Diabla / Deviled Shrimp $19.99
  • Filete De Tilapia Empanizado / Breaded Tilapia Fish Fillet $19.99
  • Langostinos A La Plancha / Grilled Prawns $22.99
  • Especialidades de la Casa / House Specialties

  • Botana De Camarones Roca Kora / Roca Kora Shrimp Snack $26.99
  • Cazuelita De Mariscos / Seafood Casserole $20.99
  • Piña Rellena De Marisco $26.99
  • Botana De Mejillones Verdes / Green Mussels Snack $26.99
  • Media Parrillada / Half Grill $52.99
  • Mariscada Fresca / Fresh Seafood Platter $54.99
  • Botana De Mariscos / Seafood Snack $28.99
  • Molcajete De Marisco / Seafood Molcajete $39.99
  • Molcajete A La Diabla / Deviled Molcajete $39.99
  • Botana De Langostinos A La Plancha / Grilled Prawn Snack $32.99
  • Parrillada (3 Personas) / Grill (3 People) $92.99
  • Botana De Camarones A La Cucaracha / Shrimp In Buttery Hot Sauce Snack $26.99
  • Botana Kora (3 Personas) / Kora Snack (3 People) $78.99
  • Media Botana Kora (1-2 Personas) / Half Kora Snack (1-2 People) $46.99
  • Molcajete Mixto / Mixed Molcajete $32.99
  • Tostadas

  • Aguachile Especia En Salsa Roja / Special Aguachile In Red Sauce $26.99
  • 1 Lb Camarones Al Vapor / 1 Lb Steamed Shrimp $26.99
  • Aguachile Rojo / Red Aguachile $19.99
  • Camarón Con Pulpo / Shrimp & Octopus $10.99
  • Pulpo / Octopus $10.99
  • Ceviche Mixto De Pescado / Mixed Fish Ceviche $10.99
  • Ceviche De Camarón / Shrimp Ceviche $9.99
  • Orden De Ceviche Mixto $27.99
  • Ceviche De Pescado Con Pulpo / Fish Ceviche With Octopus $9.99
  • Aguachile Especial En Salsa Verde / Special Aguachile In Green Sauce $26.99
  • Camarón Rojo / Cooked Shrimp $9.99
  • Parrillada / Grill $92.99
  • Ceviche De Pescado / Fish Ceviche $9.99
  • Aguachile Verde / Green Aguachile $19.99
  • Orden De Ceviche De Camaron $22.99
  • Ceviche De Pescado Con Camarón Cocido / Fish Ceviche With Cooked Shrimp $9.99
  • Orden De Ceviche De Pescado $22.99
  • Carnes / Meats

  • Menudo $18.99
  • Carne Asada Rebay / Grilled Steak $19.99
  • Bistec Ranchero / Ranch Style Steak $18.99
  • Filete De Pollo A La Plancha / Grilled Chicken Fillet $17.99
  • Costillita / Ribs $18.99

    En salsa verde o roja ensalada arroz frijol tortilla hecha a mano

  • Carne A La Mexicana / Mexican Style Beef $18.99

Checo's Restaurant Details

  • Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Sports
  • Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Locals
  • Tourists
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Checo's Restaurant Photos

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Checo's Restaurant Location

Checo's Restaurant

674 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA

Checo's Restaurant Reviews

An average rating of ★4.2 from 153 user reviews.

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