Araujo's Mexican Grill El Paisa - Traila

Burritos

Hearty burritos filled with grilled meats, rice, and beans, customizable to your preferences. The super burrito and barbacoa burrito are frequently mentioned by customers.

• Barbacoa burrito can be requested grilled
• Super burrito with a generous serving of meat
• Light rice and bean adjustments can be requested

Tacos

Classic street-style tacos with fresh toppings, including a shrimp taco that reviewers call a highlight of the menu.

• Shrimp tacos recommended by staff and customers
• Carne asada tacos served with fresh lime and salsa
• Carnitas tacos mentioned by local regulars

Grilled Meats

Carne asada and barbacoa are the meats most often praised in reviews, prepared with grilled flavor and seasoning.

• Carne asada noted for quality and flavor
• Barbacoa available as a burrito or on its own
• Grilled options available for customization

Salsa Bar

An open salsa bar with many options lets customers build their own heat and flavor profile to go with any order.

• Wide selection of salsas to sample and combine
• Cilantro, grilled onions, and jalapeños can be requested from staff
• Reviewers suggest stocking up on sauces

“Last time I went here was maybe 15 years ago. I didn’t go there often because it use to be just cash and I rarely carry cash. After driving by thousands of time I was craving a burrito and decided to go in. They have Apple Pay so that was a plus and I seen a ad outside for the shrimp tacos. The lovely cashier said they’re very good and she didn’t lie. She even hooked it up with the sauce the way she says tastes best. She was right, oh man the shrimp taco was good, I wish o had more. I also got the super burrito and it was really good too. Something about their rice, it was very flavorful. They have a big selection of sauces so stock up.”

“Coming from a white boy who’s lived in San Jose for more than 35 years I can tell you this is one of the better spots in San Jose to get some solid authentic tasting Mexican food. I would highly suggest getting the regular Barbacoa burrito ask for it to be grilled then go to the salsa bar and get one of each salsa and ask the lady behind the counter for cilantro and the grilled onions and jalapeños. It makes a big difference.”

“El Paisa and Super Taqueria are my go to's for the best carne asada steak around here. They aren't lazy about their food and service. I respect it. Homies say their carnitas are lit too. Go get some quality food out here, not some fake goofy Mexican food like a bag of cheeto fries and plain unseasoned beans that some people selling out here. Get the authentic delicious flavor with fresh lime and salsa on there.”

“Recently moved from Arizona and was pining for my favorite taqueria. My brother recommended this place, and I was not disappointed. It has become my go-to. I love the salsa. Each time I go, I try to get something I haven't ordered before. Everything has been very tasty.”

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