⭐ 4.1 (250 reviews)
Visibility score: 87 out of 100Based on 250 customer reviews
Address: 1594 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, USA
Phone: (408) 264-3232
Hours: Friday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Monday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Tuesday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Wednesday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Parking: Located within a small shared shopping center lot. Parking can be limited during the lunch rush — arrive a few minutes early or expect a short wait for a spot. The shopping center entrance can be easy to miss from the main road.
Peak times: Busiest during weekday lunch hours (11:30am–1:30pm). Evenings and weekends tend to be lighter, though early dinner hours (5–7pm) see moderate traffic.
Nearby neighborhoods: Downtown corridor near the shopping center, Surrounding residential neighborhoods, Nearby commercial and retail district
Nearby landmarks: Small shopping center anchor — look for the strip mall signage, Local intersection near the shopping center entrance, Neighboring retail or fast-food businesses in the same plaza
El Dorado's signature item — a fully loaded super burrito with fresh toppings all included in the base price. A top pick for first-timers and regulars alike.
Street-style tacos available with a variety of meat options including carne asada and carnitas, served up quickly for dine-in or takeout.
Classic Mexican plates featuring slow-cooked carnitas and other traditional proteins served buffet-style from warming pans for fast service.
Fresh bunuelos are available right at the ordering counter — a sweet, crispy dessert that regulars almost always grab on the way out.
⭐ 4.1 out of 5
250 total reviews
Positive reviews over the past 6 months consistently highlight the carne asada burrito and value pricing, while a handful of recent critiques point to inconsistent service and food temperature on off-peak visits.
“8.8/10 carne asada super burrito. The burrito is filled with fresh onion, cilantro, bell peppers, sour cream, guac, and rice, and beans. A lot of places charge extra to add everything in, and for the price $12, it is definitely worth it for the taste. The burrito is a little small compared to other places (but not terribly small). The tortilla is soft and really adds a nice touch. I only thought the meat could have just a bit more flavor to it, but I'm just nitpicking here. The woman working were really nice and the food came out in less than 5 minutes during busy lunch hour. Parking can be a little difficult and if you're not aware it's in this small shopping center you might drive right past it. I'll definitely be back to try more and if you're looking for really great food for reasonable price, definitely stop by”
— Eric Alvarado“The service was Top Notch! I’m a pescatarian and there was no seafood breakfast on the menu. No Problemo!! The happy lady, made me the Best Fish Tacos I’ve ever had in my life. Seriously, it was amazing!! Ono Delicious!! Broke da mouth kind grinds. Much Mahalos!!”
— A One Kaimi“The Carne Asada is particularly good here although I do wish the tacos were bigger for the price. Bonus pints for having Bunuelos which are located right next to where you order. I almost always grab an order to snack on for dessert.”
— Daniel Rodriguez“The food is already prepared, it’s kinda like a buffet style. I had the carnitas it was okay. The asada was not good. The rice was garlicky. The lady that helped us was not very friendly.”
— CasandraEl Dorado operates primarily buffet-style, with proteins and sides held in warming pans for fast service. Some items, like custom off-menu requests, may be prepared fresh upon request.
Yes — staff have shown a willingness to accommodate off-menu dietary needs. A pescatarian customer reported receiving custom fish tacos not listed on the breakfast menu, so don't hesitate to ask.
The carne asada super burrito is priced at approximately $12 and comes fully loaded with guac, sour cream, onion, cilantro, bell peppers, rice, and beans — all included with no extra charges.
El Dorado is located inside a small shopping center, so parking is available in the shared lot. Note that it can get tight during peak lunch hours, and the entrance to the shopping center is easy to miss if you're not looking for it.
Yes — bunuelos are available right at the ordering counter and are a popular add-on that many regulars pick up with every visit.
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Weekdays 11:30am–1:30pm
Menu cadence: Consistent core menu with occasional specials
Popular this month: Carne Asada Super Burrito & Bunuelos
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