Bar Tako riffs on Mexico’s vibrant sauces, chiles, and marinades through the disciplined lens of Japanese charcoal grilling, producing smoky, nuanced dishes that land somewhere between taco stand bravado and izakaya restraint. Housed in Central San Jose for a limited engagement, the menu highlights skewered bites, fire-kissed proteins, and bright, citrusy accompaniments meant to be shared. Expect fast, focused service and a theatrical open grill where technique and heat take center stage.