SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT – Mexican
Family-owned Mexican standby serving the Tampa area for over 30 years, its Lutz room pouring handcrafted margaritas over scratch-made plates with Latin hospitality. Guacamole starters lead fajitas, signature dishes, seafood, vegetarian plates, kids' meals, and desserts, with live music, catering, and a Land O' Lakes sister room, seven days a week. It suits Lutz celebration tables, thirty-year regulars, margarita loyalists, and families who measure a kitchen in decades of consistency. Tuesday through Thursday runs 11 to 9, with the weekend nights stretching a half hour later.
16540 POINTE VILLAGE DRIVE STE 112, LUTZ, FL, 33558 813-920-5533 https://sanjosetampa.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Dairy-Free at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Salad, San Jose's Tossed Salad and Guacamole San Jose. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Salad, San Jose's Tossed Salad and Guacamole San Jose. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Churros, Ceviche and Guacamole Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shrimp Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wings and Chicken Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lutz has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Salad, Guacamole San Jose and Jamaica 32oz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Tour | 78.9 g | 76.9 g |
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Nachos Supreme | 11.5 g | 43.6 g |
| Nacho Fries | 44.2 g | 39.9 g |
| Fajitas Parrillada | 17 g | 27.7 g |
| Classic Nachos | 63.9 g | 27.6 g |
| Shrimp Fajita Salad | 27.4 g | 23.8 g |
| Tacos de Carne Asada | 89.4 g | 23.7 g |
| Fajita Salad | 54.3 g | 23.1 g |
| Mexican Torta | 61.5 g | 21.3 g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 11 g | 21 g |
| Guacamole Salad | 14.2 g | 20.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Hours
- Mon-thur
- 11:00AM - 9:30PMFri - Sat: 11:00AM - 10:00PMSunday: 11:00AM - 9:00PM
- Hours
- Mon-Thur: 11:00AM - 9:30PMFri - Sat: 11:00AM - 10:00PMSunday: 11:00AM - 9:00PM
Menu
Starters
- Guacamole San Jose - $14.25: Fresh avocados, lime juice, jalapeños, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Nachos - $10.5: Crispy tortilla chips, melted cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos San Jose's - $19: Beef, chicken, beans, cheese, assorted toppings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos Supreme - $17.45: Seasoned beef, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $23.45: Shrimp, hot sauce, avocado, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nacho Fries - $10.5: Crispy fries, cheese dip Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taquitos - $10.5: Four crispy flautas filled with beef or chicken, served with sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Dip - $7.5: Creamy melted cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche - $17.45: Mango, Tamarind or Regular Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Fundido - $13: Melted cheese, Mexican chorizo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tres Amigos - $14: Cheese dip, guacamole, pico de gallo, chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings - $17.45: Hot or Lemon Pepper Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Torta - $17.45: Mexican sandwich, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onions, jalapeños, avocados, choice of meat Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Guacamole Salad - $8.5: Lettuce, tomatoes, house guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- San Jose's Tossed Salad - $15: Steak or grilled chicken, fresh greens Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Salad - $18: Grilled steak or chicken, crispy tortilla shell, lettuce, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fajita Salad - $19: Grilled shrimp, bell peppers, onions, fresh greens Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $15.5: Crispy flour tortilla shell, beef, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup - $13: Traditional chicken soup Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat and Rice Soup - $15.5: Tender meat, rice, savory broth Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Tacos Jaliscos - $18.45: Three steak and chorizo tacos, beans, salsa verde, pico de gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos de Carne Asada - $17.75: Three soft corn tortillas, grilled carne asada, tomatillo sauce, pico de gallo, beans Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Street Tacos - $10.5: Three soft corn tortillas, choice of meat, onions, cilantro, salsa verde, lime Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos Birria - $18.45: Three Birria-style tacos, shredded beef, cheese, cilantro, onions, consommé, rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Tour - $20: 1 Asada, 1 Carnitas, 1 Al Pastor, 1 Pollo Asado, 1 Chorizo, hot sauce, salsa verde, green onions, jalapeños Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Fajitas
- Fajitas San Jose - $26.99: Grilled shrimp, chicken, beef, bell peppers, onions, rice, beans, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajitas Parrillada - $33.45: Steak, chicken, pork, shrimp, chorizo, rice, fried beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Molcajete San Jose - $30.45: Grilled beef, chicken, shrimp, mushrooms, peppers, squash, cheese, salsa, rice, beans, guacamole, tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros - $7.5: Fried Mexican doughnuts, cinnamon, sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sopapilla - $4.5: Puffy pastry, cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Flan - $7.5: Mexican caramel custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Fried Ice Cream - $7.5: Vanilla ice cream, crispy shell, whipped cream, chocolate, honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- House Margarita - $17.99: Lime margarita, citrus zing
- Corona Familiar 32oz - $9: Bottled beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Horchata 32oz - $5: Traditional rice milk drink Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Jamaica 32oz - $5: Hibiscus tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Sides
- Mexican Rice - $4: Traditional seasoned rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Refried Beans - $4: Creamy mashed beans Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pico de Gallo - $2.5: Tomato, onion, jalapeño, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT
- Is SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole Salad, San Jose's Tossed Salad and Guacamole San Jose.
- What can I eat at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT on a dairy-free diet?
- Guacamole Salad, San Jose's Tossed Salad and Guacamole San Jose carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Guacamole Salad and Guacamole San Jose.
- Is SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at SAN JOSE MEXICAN RESTAURANT?
- Taco Tour, at roughly 76.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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