Aqui Cal-Mex

Aqui Cal-Mex Four Aqui South Bay locations: Blossom Valley (San Jose), Willow Glen (San Jose), Campbell and Cupertino. Industrial Strength Swirls™ and Margaritas.
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Real food with California, Mexico & the Southwest influences. Stand to order w/o the fuss of waiting. Open Patio Seating, Online Ordering, Natural Wild & Organic, Vegetarian Choices, Seafood everyday, Industrial Strength Swirls and Margaritas.

06/19/2026

🌴 WEEKEND SPECIAL | June 19th – June 21st 🌴

Guava Sidecar Swirl

Escape to the tropics with our newest weekend feature! A refreshing blend of Courvoisier VS Cognac, Cointreau, vodka, Aqui lemonade, natural guava, orange & lemon juices, all swirled together with our famous Industrial Strength Margarita™ for the ultimate summer sip.

✨ Sweet. Citrusy. Tropical. Strong.

💲 16oz – $9.00
💲 12oz – $6.00

📅 Available June 19th – June 21st only

Grab one while it lasts and make your weekend a little more tropical! 🌞🌺

06/18/2026

Fresh isn't just an ingredient—it's our way of life.

Every day, we prep, chop, mix, and create using quality ingredients and recipes made from scratch. From our signature sauces and dressings to our soups and salsas, everything is made in-house for flavor you can actually taste.

That's the fresh difference. Come see what everyone's talking about.

06/17/2026

LIMITED-TIME SPECIALS | Available June 10 – June 23

🔥 Beef Brisket Birria & Yukon Potato Enchiladas 🔥

Tender, slow-cooked beef brisket simmered in a rich, flavorful birria sauce, served over Yukon potato & cheese enchiladas and topped with red onion-carrot escabeche. Accompanied by Blue Lake beans, fried jalapeños, and mashed black beans for a truly satisfying plate.

💲 $17.49

Daily Special Soup: Tomato Basil

A comforting classic topped with sourdough croutons and Asiago cheese.

💲 $5.09

Also pictured: Our premium Aloha Mai Tai Swirl — the perfect tropical pairing for this flavorful meal!

📅 Available June 10 – June 23

Don't miss these limited-time specials—stop by and treat yourself before they're gone

06/16/2026

🔥Join Our Kitchen Team! 🔥

Looking for a fast-paced, team-oriented workplace where fresh food and great people come together every day? We’re hiring!

Whether you’re an experienced Line Cook, a detail-focused Prep Cook, or a hardworking Dishwasher, we’d love to meet you.

At Aqui, our kitchen team is the heart of what we do. From prepping fresh ingredients each morning to creating the dishes our guests love, every role plays an important part in delivering an amazing experience.

☑️ Competitive pay
☑️ Flexible scheduling
☑️ Growth opportunities
☑️ Team-focused environment
☑️ Fresh food made daily

If you’re passionate about food, take pride in your work, and enjoy being part of a great team, apply today!📍Stop by your local Aqui location and ask to speak with a manager, or apply online.

Tag someone who’s looking for their next opportunity! ⬇️

06/15/2026

🌶️One Salsa Bar. Endless Possibilities.🌶️

One of the things that makes Aqui unique is our Salsa Bar. Whether you like a little heat, a lot of heat, or something in between, you can customize every bite exactly how you like it.

Mix and match your favorites, create your own signature blend, or keep it classic with the salsa you know and love. Mild, smoky, spicy, tangy—there’s no wrong way to do it.

The real question is… What’s YOUR favorite salsa combination? Do you mix two or three together? Add extra heat? Keep it simple?

Tell us your go-to salsa combo in the comments and you might just inspire someone else’s next creation.

06/13/2026

👀Don’t Forget to Check Out Our Specials Displays!

Looking for today’s Chef Special or wondering what our current Swirl flavor is? We’ve got you covered.
Throughout both lunch and dinner service, you’ll find our specials displayed throughout the restaurant, making it easy to see what’s new, what’s seasonal, and what’s available before you even get to the register.
From our latest Chef Specials to our featured Swirl, our displays help take the guesswork out of ordering so you can spend less time deciding and more time enjoying.

Next time you stop by, take a look around—you might discover your new favorite dish or drink.🍹🍽️

Have you tried one of our recent specials? Let us know your favorite in the comments!

06/12/2026

🫐🥥 This weekend's craving has arrived.

Berries 'n Cream Swirl — a smooth, fruity blend of Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Disaronno Amaretto, cream of coconut, raspberry and blueberry juices, all swirled with our famous Industrial Strength Margarita™.

✨ Available June 12th–13th only

🍹 16oz — $9.00
🍹 12oz — $6.00

Sweet, creamy, and made for the weekend.

06/10/2026

The Aloha Mai Tai Swirl 🍍🍹 returns for a limited time from June 10th–23rd.

A tropical blend of tequila, bourbon, vodka, strawberry, pineapple, and passion orange guava juices, perfectly swirled with our Industrial Strength Margarita™.

✨ 16oz — $11.50
✨ 12oz — $8.50
✨ 8oz — $5.75

One sip and you'll understand why everyone kept asking for it back.

06/05/2026

🍊 WEEKEND SPECIAL | June 5th – June 7th 🍊

✨ Maker's Blood Orange Mule Swirl ✨

A bold, refreshing swirl featuring:
🥃 Maker's Mark Bourbon
🍒 Disaronno Amaretto
🍸 Vodka
🍋 Aqui Lemonade
🫚 Natural Ginger
🍊 Blood Orange Juice

All swirled together with our Industrial Strength Margarita™ for the ultimate weekend cocktail experience!

16oz – $9.00
12oz – $6.00

Available June 5th – June 7th only!

Tag your weekend crew and come grab one before it's gone! 🍊🍹

06/03/2026

🌴✨ DAILY SPECIAL ALERT ✨🌴

🥭 Mango Passion Mahi Mahi 🐟

Cilantro pesto grilled wild Mahi paired with an Oregon Coast wild shrimp cake, topped with our vibrant mango passion sauce. Served with a fresh bean sprout & bok choy salad, coconut rice, and a drizzle of sriracha aioli.

$17.79

🌿 Daily Special Soup: Pozole Verde 🌿

A comforting, flavorful green pozole finished with a fresh cilantro-cabbage garnish.

Vegan • $5.09

Fresh flavors, coastal vibes, and the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy—available today while supplies last!

Address

1145 Lincoln Avenue
San Jose, CA
95129

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9:30pm
Saturday 11am - 9:30pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

Telephone

+14089950381

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