Jubba Somali Restaurant
5330 Terner Way, San Jose, CA 95136, USA
Family-owned Somalian eatery known for their goat platters & samosas in a nondescript storefront.
Monday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
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Jessica Doner
Rated 5.0/5.0 3 months ago
We tried a bit of everything and it was all great. Chicken, beef and goat was all well spiced and delicious. Staff was friendly and went out of their way to accommodate. My kids scarfed down a bit of everything and we had lots of leftovers. They loved watching the trains go by as we ate. Wish it wasn't so far from my house because I'd be there every weekend! Edit July 2026: Still delicious!
Tim
Rated 5.0/5.0 4 months ago
Went around 1 pm on a Saturday and it wasn't too busy. Literally a hole in the wall restaurant. Order at the counter and grab a number, open seating, they bring the food out to you. We ordered 2 sambusa $3 each, roasted goat cutlet $22, and chicken wrap $13. Requested for no added salt. All the food was good. Sambusa was a bit oily, but was filled with lots of ground meat and had a slight kick to it. Goat was very flavorful, tender, a bit fatty. Even the rice was good. The chicken wrap was huge and really good. The wrap was fresh, can tell it's made in house. Generous amount of tender chicken. The sauce was perfect. Prices are very reasonable for the quality and generous portions. There's also free hot tea, not sure what kind but it kinda tasted like lightly sweetened Chai. Plenty of free parking either in the large parking lot or on the street. I don't think they have AC as it was a bit warm inside and the VTA station across the street is really loud. Highly recommend
Mubeen Kamani
Rated 5.0/5.0 8 months ago
Came here for iftar in Ramadan and had a really good experience. We had about five people and ordered platters with chicken, beef, and lamb. The food was really, really good with solid authentic flavor. I do wish it had been a little warmer, but that was more because we waited for Maghrib, prayed, and then ate, so by then it had cooled down. We were sitting outside on a beautiful day, the staff was friendly, and they even had cinnamon tea on the side, which was a nice touch. The portions were strong too. Even with five people and three platters, we still had a good amount of food. Overall, a great halal spot in San Jose and definitely worth trying.
Abdulkadir Ahmed
Rated 5.0/5.0 8 months ago
Best Somali food in San Jose — hands down! Jubba Somali Restaurant is truly a hidden gem in San Jose. From the moment we walked in, the owners made us feel like family. Their customer service is on another level — warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring. You can tell they take pride in every guest who walks through their doors. The food? Absolutely incredible. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. The goat was tender and rich, the rice was aromatic, and everything tasted authentic and homemade. You can taste the love and tradition in every bite. There’s also plenty of space, which makes it perfect for families, groups, or even hosting gatherings. The atmosphere is comfortable and inviting. If you’re looking for authentic Somali cuisine in San Jose, this is the place. No question — this is the best Somali food in San Jose. We will definitely be back again and again! Highly recommend!
Jenny Espinoza
Rated 5.0/5.0 9 months ago
Came in Monday January 26th for dinner with a few of our co workers. We each got a plate and portions were huge! Definitely enough for two people to share but one person would eat it if they are hungry enough. I got the vegetable plate with pasta, rice and salad, it came with a green sauce that was a little spicy but very delicious. We also got a plate of sambusas to share and mandazi. The sambusas were my favorite, they come with a minced beef and some kind of vegetable. They were so savory and fresh. Overall food was very good, I'd like to come back and try a meat dish next.
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