Jose's Courtroom

Jose's Courtroom Since 1972

Serving up Mexican food since 1972, Jose’s Courtroom offers ocean views, family friendly dining, and late night drinks and entertainment.
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Jose’s Courtroom
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In and around La Jolla since the 1950’s, Jose’s Courtroom has a rich history in La Jolla. Jose’s offers ocean views, family friendly dining, and late night drinks and entertainment. During the days we serve some of the towns best Mexican food and plenty of margaritas to wash it down. We’re laid back and a little louder than the rest of the block. From the kitchen, you’

ll find all the traditional dishes you’d expect from an authentic Mexican kitchen with a modern twist. From Ceviche to Veggie Burritos – everything from our sauces and sides to our marinades and chips and salsa are made in house. Our bar features a unparalleled craft margarita and cocktail menu using the freshest ingredients and highest quality spirits. We have a wide variety of Mexican beers as well as a selection of locally crafted brews. We feature many of the most well known tequilas as well as many boutique tequilas and Mezcal’s. In the front of the house, you’ll share good times with our fun, friendly and knowledgable servers and bartenders who are always here to help lift spirits and provide the catalyst to a good time. HISTORY
Established in 1956. Jose’s Courtroom has a rich history in La Jolla. Jose’s Courtroom originally opened on Herschell Street in 1956 as “The Courtroom” by a dubious character who his friends referred to as “The Judge”, hence the moniker “The Courtroom”. By 1957, John Fallis had taken over. Fallis owed Jose’s for the following 20 years and had his hand in putting Jose’s on the map. He turned the once Steak House into a Mexican food joint, hung out with the original Chargers team (who often frequented the bar) and had a mural reminiscent of the last supper, featuring himself and all of his very best patrons. The mural still hangs in the restaurant today. Then the restaurant was run for many years by local legend “Doc” and his wife Bobby. Our staff often hears of the wild stories of the 80’s and 90’s. We also have heard too many love stories to count. It seems just about everyone has began a relationship over Jose’s famous chips and salsa (and maybe one too many tequilas). We are still family owned to this day!

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Address

1037 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA
92037

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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