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Puesto Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA

Puesto Santa Clara

4.4
4.4
1359 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
21:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas.

We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include the Michelin Guide, Los Angeles Times, National Geographic, Huffington Post, Eater, Refinery 29, Insider, Zagat, Thrillist, and Food and Wine.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (408) 333-9750
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Luisteen Gonzalez
  • Private party facilities
    At Puesto Santa Clara, we have a variety of spaces to accommodate anything from an intimate dinner gathering to a family-style fiesta to a lively reception with tray-passed tacos and margaritas for up to 500 of your closest friends.
  • Private party contact
    Mikenna Doherty: (858) 788-3974
  • Area
    Santa Clara
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Taco Tuesday!

    Multiple dates available
    Come join the Fiesta. 1/2 off All Tacos!
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What 1,359 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Puesto Santa Clara offers a vibrant atmosphere and "amazing tacos." The restaurant is a hit for its "exceptional margaritas" and "energetic vibe." Taco Tuesday is a must-visit for great value. While some find it pricey, the "outstanding service" and "delicious ceviche" make it a favorite for special occasions. Reservations recommended.

1,359 Reviews
  1. Karen

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great authentic Mexican food. Fresh tortillas. Nice interior.

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  2. Felicia

    San Francisco

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Tasty Mexican food with a slight nouveau twist on things. Service was spotty but food came out quickly. We enjoyed the crab shrimp flautas and the tacos: birria and carnitas. Would come back on a Tue during happy hour for more budget friendly pricing.

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  3. Monica

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Puesto is a beautiful restaurant with high ceilings, impressive bar and open airy seating (little breezy/cool for winter and sunlight shines into your eyes if you're facing the windows). Services is polite, but mediocre. They only checked in once, and we had to request beverage refills twice. The food presentation is nice. The seasoning and sauces (especially the Tamarind Shrimp Tacos) are tasty and well balanced. Taco proteins were all overcooked (filet and chicken were WELL done and the shrimp and lobster were rubbery and chewy). Vegetarian options ordered were all very nice. The chopped salad, potato taquitos and off menu rice bowl were fresh and well seasoned. The highlight of the meal was the Chilaquiles (chicken on the side). Crisp tortilla chips with salsa roja, crema, queso fresco, Parmigiano-Reggiano, cilantro that was slightly spicy and richly tangy, and we'd definitely order it again. Overall a pleasant lunch, but there's obvious room for improvement, especially for the price ($8-$17 each taco and $14 guacamole).
    Puesto Santa ClaraResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Monica, We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed our Chilaquiles and appreciated our seasoning and sauces. We're sorry to hear that some of the dishes did not meet your expectations, especially the shrimp and lobster. We are always aiming for consistency in both quality and pricing. Your comments have been noted and will be shared with our culinary team for review. We hope to welcome you back to Puesto Santa Clara for a better experience. Best wishes, Sarah

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  4. Nima

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pretty chill for a Saturday night. Service took a minute initially but once our server finally showed up everything was good

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  5. tady

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Luis was fantastic! Service was quick and attentive - food was great as always!
    Puesto Santa ClaraResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Tady, Thank you for your kind words and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with Luis! It's always a pleasure to hear from our valued guests who appreciate our attentive service and delicious food. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Sarah

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  6. Max

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food - always enjoy it - especially the filet mignon taco. Recommend!
    Puesto Santa ClaraResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Max! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our filet mignon tacos and recommend us. We always strive to provide an exceptional dining experience, and your kind words affirm that we're on the right track. We noticed that our service and value received a lower rating, and we appreciate your honesty. We're always looking for ways to improve and your feedback helps us do just that. We hope to see you again soon at Puesto Santa Clara. Best, Sarah

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  7. Imani

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you so much for making my birthday dinner so wonderful. Such great vibes. Amanda was wonderful. The food was great as always. And the team was so accommodating with my grandmother’s needs.
    Puesto Santa ClaraResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Imani, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the great vibes and that our team was able to accommodate your grandmother's needs. We're also delighted to know that you found our food to be great as always. We look forward to welcoming you back to Puesto Santa Clara for many more celebrations! Thanks for letting us be apart of your birthday memories! Cheers, Sarah

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  8. KERIN

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cisco had a great experience and will definitely be back. Thank you so much for such a great dining experience.
    Puesto Santa ClaraResponded 5 days ago
    Hey KERINM, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience and enjoyed your time at Puesto Santa Clara. We always strive to provide excellent service and it's wonderful to hear that we met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best Regards, Sarah

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  9. Ariel

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall was good. Great service, amazing drinks. Some dishes were extremely good while others were lacking. Chips and salsa were very good. They had different kinds of salsa to accommodate everyone’s spice tolerance. Down side the restaurant was very noisy.
    Puesto Santa ClaraResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Ariel, Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service and drinks at Puesto Santa Clara. We're sorry to hear that our dishes didn't meet your expectations. Your feedback on the noise level is also noted. We're always striving to improve and your input helps us do just that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for a more enjoyable experience! Cheers, Sarah

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  10. JuliS

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the menu, ambience and overall experience!
    Puesto Santa ClaraResponded 5 days ago
    Hey JuliS, we're over the moon to hear that you loved your experience at Puesto Santa Clara! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our menu, ambiance, and overall experience. We strive to provide a top-notch dining experience and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We're also glad you appreciated our service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Puesto Santa Clara Team

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FAQs

Puesto Santa Clara offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 333-9750.

Puesto Santa Clara is rated 4.4 stars by 1359 OpenTable diners.

Puesto Santa Clara does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
21:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Puesto Santa Clara

2752 Augustine Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95054

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Santa Clara
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Luisteen Gonzalez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (408) 333-9750
  • Private party facilities
    At Puesto Santa Clara, we have a variety of spaces to accommodate anything from an intimate dinner gathering to a family-style fiesta to a lively reception with tray-passed tacos and margaritas for up to 500 of your closest friends.
  • Private party contact
    Mikenna Doherty: (858) 788-3974
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