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Meatball Sandwich review by Henry
Delicious and filling. Great waiter.
Calf’s Liver with Bacon & Onions review by John
Ever since my university days just down the street at SJSU, Original Joe's has always been a favorite. Throughout the years, two dishes always call to me: the ravioli and the liver with bacon and onions. You won't find a better serving anywhere else in the Bay Area. The liver is always cooked to perfection. Never grainy or dry. Always silky smooth like no one's business with just the right touch of firmness. The onions and bacon just complete the picture. And the ravioli? Gettoutahere!! Although I've since moved from San Jose, Original Joe's will always have a place in my culinary world when it comes to liver and onions with bacon.
Chicken Parmigiana review by Theparillas
On our first visit, we noticed majority of the patrons had the chicken parmigiana so we had to try it. From the first bite it was clear why this was the restaurant favorite. The sauce is indeed "original" with no other coming close. Paired with the juicy chicken breast is a match made in heaven. The huge portions were enough for my husband and I to share which was an added bonus and left room for the amazing raviolis. Overall 10/10!
Sautéed Scallops review by Marcia
Huge, succulent and delicious, this dish was incredible! I highly recommend this dish to all scallop lovers!
Golden Fried Prawns review by Karen
I have been a customer of Original Joe's for over 20 years!! The cooks, food and of course the waiters are AMAZING!! A true San Jose favorite 😍 ❤️
One Meatball review by Maggie95112
Taste like moms
Calf’s Liver Saute with Mushrooms review by Joe
This dish is so very rich that I couldn't finish it; reheating went well. Goes well with pasta and bread, and wine. I've ordered this dish on several occasions. Good choice.
Chicken Cacciatora review by Kevin
Simply fabulous! I specifically come to Joe's for this meal, when I need something "rich" and has a little kick/spice to it. I've been eating this here several times per year for probably 25 years. It is the primary reason we booked our wedding rehearsal dinner here, so we could have that meal! :) Highly recommend!
Veal Scallopini Sec with Mushrooms review by Candi
Excellent preperation. No one makes it better! I have ordered this dish at some of the other locations and it is just not prepared quite as good. Thank you San Jose, Original Joes for the consistent flavors we all love.
Calf’s Liver Saute with Mushrooms review by Rodney
I'm a traveling electrician working in this area. I was craving liver and onions like you would not believe. For awhile, I couldn't find any place that served liver in San Jose. When I found out that Original Joes served the dish of my desires, I started going there every Monday night for dinner. This place has the best calf liver and onion dish in the world. It's as good as my grandmothers liver dishes used to be. Everytime I eat at Original Joes I sit at the bar eating and thinking about my grandma … I love this place. It brings me comfortable memories. The environment is always cozy and relaxed. The food is always delicious. I feel like I'm being fed by family members when I'm there …
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