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Burrito Factory

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Local(408) 448-7180

4750 Almaden Expy
San Jose, CA 95118

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Burrito Factory
Local(408) 448-7180

4750 Almaden Expy
San Jose, CA 95118

http://siliconvalley.citysearch.com/profile/1106950/san_jose_ca/burrito_factory.html

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The Open View

For four star Mexican, try Burrito Factory in San Jose. This is a great place. It's been awarded the Best of Mexican Food and Best of Burrito awards. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere.

User Reviews of Burrito Factory

Yelp.com Review - by Kenny P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Man, I just have to say reading the last review makes me have second thoughts about coming back here. Anyhow, I remember having relatively good experiences at this place in the PAST. Take it, I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Karen P.

5.0 of 5 stars. We love this place and eat there often. Great food, great value and fresh!
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert C.

1.0 of 5 stars. I hate dropping one of my favorite places down to a 1, but I'm pretty unhappy with them right now.A few weeks back my wife and I were eating here. They had some Carne Asada platter special. I was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Key C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Decent mexican food at an OK price. I don't steer away from the usual tacos or burritos. I usually get the chicken tacos (at least 3) and even then it doesn't always fill me up...but I do have an...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by C P.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is not one of my favorite places for a good burrito, but I go here quite often because it is the only one close to where I live. I only eat the burritos so that is all I can comment on. They...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric L.

2.0 of 5 stars. I had the Super Mojado Burrito (Carne Asada) since the place was called "the BURRITO factory". All i can say was food was below average. As one of the reviewers said below..."Very Salty". Seriously...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Takeshi Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've tried a lot of burrito places in the South Bay, and Burrito Factory is one of my favorites. The burritos there are just fantastic, with a unique mix of ingredients that strikes my tongue just...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gregory B.

2.0 of 5 stars. Once my favorite burrito establishment, quality has really gone out the window the last few years. What used to be extremely good carne asada is now fatty, gristly meat. What happened to quality? It's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Laurie H.

2.0 of 5 stars. Burritos Can Be Darn Good, but Very Inconsistent After years of loyal visits I am starting to wonder what's up with the quality. Love the Veggie Delight Burrito with grilled up corn and potatoes and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jan P.

2.0 of 5 stars. Every time we order, they mess it up somehow. We say no beans, and after taking a bite into the burrito, beans are practically spurting out.They are stingy with their burrito sauce, and if you visit...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by R G.

3.0 of 5 stars. After moving to East San Jose/Evergreen from South San Jose, I am on a mission to find THE BEST taqueria!!!!!!! This is not it.....but as good as it gets on that side of town. EL CERRITO 2 @ Story and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Julia L.

2.0 of 5 stars. I used to really like this place, especially their breakfast burritos, but I've come to realize it's just not that good. Taqueria Chapala on Hamilton is a hundred times better. My husband missed...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by yooknow I.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ok so here is my secret to this place.. You put the salsa from the chips into your burrito!.. I am always impressed with people who can finish a burrito from this place.
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tom T.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had their Burrito Mojado, w/ Chili verde and the overall meal was very very salty. From the green sauce that they use to cover the burrito to the meat itself. Just waaay too salty. Their chips are...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Will B.

5.0 of 5 stars. This little restaurant is always busy, noisy and wonderful. The food is freshly prepared and tasty and the service prompt. We especially enjoy breakfasts there. Prices are very reasonable. Highly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kimberly B.

3.0 of 5 stars. I got their Friday special and ordered the shrimp quesadilla. It was pretty good, with at least 2 shrimp in each piece of quesadilla. The fiance ordered a carne asada burrito that tasted alright,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andy Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. A few friends and I headed over to Burrito Factory on a Sunday night for a bite to eat. I've been to a few of the other BF locations before, and I think that this is one of the better ones in terms of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ailsa B.

3.0 of 5 stars. I decided today to get a chicken burrito even though normally I like my burritos veggie-only. I'm sorry I did that - the chicken (which plentiful!) was rather dry and I think the plentifulness of the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James B.

3.0 of 5 stars. If you're looking for a pretty decent burrito spot to try, try Burrito Factory. The prices are kind of up there, which is always a bummer, but the burritos are fantastic. The place is never really...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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Skip It

I've been going to the Almaden Burrito Factory since 1992. I love Super Burritos. Back then if you ordered a Super Burrito, you would need to take your leftovers home. Lately I have been disappointed with the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joel H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had to try this place since it was listed on Metro's Best of Silicon Valley for 2007. I was pleasantly surprised! Very good burritos, I'm never going to Chipotle again!!I got the carnitas regular...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Carnitas! By far some of best carnitas I've eaten. Please be sure not to visit any Burrito Factory location except the one on Almaden. Friendly staff and quick!
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Luke W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Chicken super burrito was my all-time favorite, but they changed it a couple years ago. It is still in the top five and is consistently good.
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Donna P.

2.0 of 5 stars. I don't know why, but this Burrito Factory does not live up to it's Blossom Hill Rd. sister (or maybe it's daughter, since this one was here 1st?). Family confusion aside, I went for lunch and their...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sameem S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've only had the burrito mojado. I think it's absolutely delicious. Love the melted cheese over the burrito. But you need to eat it fast, otherwise cheese drys up and it doesn't taste as good....
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Manish P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I had been "spoilt" by the veggie burritos at Chipotle, primarily because it seemed fresh and they had a good veggie option. Lately, I've been on a Burrito hunt, and went to the Factory with some...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Alex L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place. I've ordered the bean-cheese-rice burrito, chicken soft tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, taco salad, and flautas (ok.. i go here often). You also get complimentary chips and salsa....
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Somala A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Even though this place is called Burrito Factory, I never ordered a burrito from here until last night. I usually get the beef enchilada with a side of rice. Last night I ordered a beef burrito and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Omeed B.

4.0 of 5 stars. A nice mexican place around the corner from me. Everything is really good. I wouldn't say one dish blows you away or anything, but if you want quality mexican for an affordable price this place will...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Party R.

2.0 of 5 stars. Burritos are indeed huge, however that's because they're filled with a crap load of rice and beans. Not that great of a deal. Customer service is less than satisfactory.I just love it when the cashier...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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Not too bad

I've only eaten at this restaurant a couple times, but each time I've gone, the burritos were above average. Nothing to write home about, but good nonetheless. The reason I don't go there more is I have some...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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Not too bad

I've only eaten at this restaurant a couple times, but each time I've gone, the burritos were above ...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Good stuff! really like their vegetarian burritos and other meat-free items that they offer. Price is really good. The only thing I really didn't like was the sauce(s).
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Cody G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Easy, cheap, good mexican food. I'm all for it. Chips and salsa are a nice touch, love the tamales around the holiday. My fave: Carne Asada super mojado burrito. Expect 2 meals out of that one.
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Zakk D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Best. Burritos. Ever.I've been going here since the around '96 and the place has got better with age! All the food is very fresh, service is very good, and you can eat and run on a 30 min. lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Aarica C.

4.0 of 5 stars. MMMMMMMMMMM, I love me a good burrito and chips n salsa. And this place has em. I love the carne asada burritos. There is nothing I can really say negative about this place.
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Marquita R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've only found one place, in the Central Valley, that can compare to the quality of Burrito Factory. Everything here is good. The chips, the carnitas (which I am personally obsessed with), their...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2006
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fast, inexpensive, tasty mexican food by P J. at InsiderPages

Burrito Factory is a sure thing if you are looking for fast, inexpensive mexican food. They have good burritos that are almost too big for one meal. They have clean stores, and even if there is a line it moves...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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Got to Try It

Have been going to Burrito Factory for 10 years and never disapointed. If in the area gots to try it. I recommend the Carne Asada Burrito Mojado.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Glenn O.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good burritos and taco's here, worth a 3.5 to 4.0 rating. I have them put guacamole in my pollo burrito and ask for extra sauce on the side. (You can get a super burrito and they add sour cream. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Trannie H.

4.0 of 5 stars. great food and decent pricing.
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2005
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yummy

Great place for mexican take out. Fridays are real busy. Everything has that home cooked taste! The food is mostly prepared infront of you while you wait.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/16/2004
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Authentic Mexican

While not elegant or fancy, Burrito factory serves very authentic Mexican Food. The preperation and presentation of the food is always consistent in taste and quality. The staff is very pleasant and they are...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/07/2004
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AOL CityGuide

cranking out giant portions of tasty mexican...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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AOL CityGuide

yea, i did work here... i know all the secrets...... i still come in for a super veggie burrito!! also the tortas are really good... for those not in the know, that's like a sandwich and comes with anything...
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