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Jacala Mexican Restaurant
- Mexican
- San Antonio, TX
About this business
* Oldest Original Family Owned Mexican Restaurant In San Antonio * The Best Mexican Food, WIFI: YES
Location details
606 West Ave, San Antonio, TX, 78201, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
If you like true Mexican/Tex-Mex Food, Read this... – It's disappointing to read such negative reviews about a San Antonio landmark. If you are a true Mexican food aficionado, like myself, then you don't expect a clean five star restaurant or excellent service typically because there is a language barrier. Instead, you expect great homemade food authentic ingredients. Mexican food is GREASY and if made correctly will not be with CHEDDAR cheese but creamy goat cheese. That is the way Mexican food, or should I clarify, authent... read more
bad! – I have been there before, and not been impressed, but this last time I went (about 2 weeks ago) was awful. The grease tasted old, and our server confirmed this by telling us that our tortillas were "fresh from 2 weeks ago." The food is terrible. We tried to talk to the owner but she was too busy on the phone. Then, on the way out, we almost got mugged. Some random person followed my husband, CHILDREN, and myself to the parking lot and was yelling at us, and we were only ok due to the fact that Jacala keeps a sheriff's... read more
Excellent service, so-so food – Out of a family of 5, no one was impressed with their food. The cheese was not real cheddar. The chili rellano grease tasted old. The service, chips and salsa were fine.
I've Been Going There Since 1974 – I've been going since 1974. Have ordered the same meal all these years, the #7 or "Ladies' special." This would be the last meal I would ask for if I was ever on death row. However, they are not the best place for grilled meats. Therefore, get your fajita fix someplace else. Any special event in my family, college graduation, somebody bought a new car, we went to La Jacala. It's simple, a true "greasy spoon" type of place, nothing fancy, don't have to get dressed up, but if you do, it's ok.... read more
Worst dining experiences – The experience was embarassing, awkward and humiliating to me and the lady I was with. When I complained the waitperson went to get the manager but the manager never showed up. The food was highly salted to the point that it was inedible and unhealthy. My companion also ordered some sides that at first were not served with the entree and when asked for them were served in rude and sultry manner. I paid for my food and I cannot express how glad I was to get out of that restaurant.
Will drive from Houston for their tortillas! – This was our first visit to Jacala. My boyfriend and I came to SA for the weekend and stayed on the River Walk. By the time Sunday came we were tired of the commercialized restaurants and blah food on the River Walk. As a person who loves to cook and has a deep appreciation for food, I was impressed with everything at Jacala. We were seated immediately and drink orders taken right away (Sangria and House margarita). We ordered the Mole Chicken and the Jacala plate but not before... read more
Best family Tex Mex in San Antonio – Tried it for the first time after reading the reviews to form my own opinion. Family loved it. We found it moderately priced and extremely tasty and family oriented. Best kept secret in San Antonio! Ask for the flour tortillas because they won't bring them unless you ask. Try the platter! Best deal.
Business response:
This is the best San Antonio has to offer! Thanks for the acknowledgement!
Simply The Best – We are 3 GENERATIONS of Jacala diners and the food is simply the best we have found anywhere in San Antonio. Living here gives us the opportunity to try many different Tex Mex eateries but we ALWAYS return to Jacala. The flour tortillas are made fresh everyday (in fact you can watch them being made at any given hour) and the puffy tacos may be petite but don't let their size fool you,,,,they are delicious and filling. The chips and salsa are always fresh (the salsa can be shipped anywhere in the continental... read more
Best in San Antonio – I read the reviews posted and could not believe some people did not like the Green Enchiladas. It is a required taste, but I have to have them at least once/week. I have been eating there for over 30 years and come in from Bulverde just for the Green Enchiladas! My wife loves the cheese enchiladas with the # 4B. I can't get that cheese anywhere else and I 've tried lots of Mexican restaurants. It is busy sometimes, but it is authentic and "old San Antonio". If I ever have a problem, they are ready to fi... read more
Frequently asked questions about Jacala Mexican Restaurant
How is Jacala Mexican Restaurant rated?
Jacala Mexican Restaurant has a 4.1 star rating with 2,539 reviews.
When is Jacala Mexican Restaurant open?
Jacala Mexican Restaurant is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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