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    La Cocina - Mebane

    La Cocina - Mebane

    3.5
    (98 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Family is still COVID Cautious, and they listed outside seating. I did not see photos. Well, they…read morehave great outdoor seating, has a fireplace also. (Too hot now). Service sat us no issues, and I was glad the waitress came out with a mask on. She says she always wears it! Yeah! Good selection of, seems Tex-Mex to me? But great huge servings, spouse's beer was in a 32 oz mug looked like a pitcher! Ice cold he said! (I find drink) Sister (age 64) only wanted one taco, beans and rice, so waitress kindly suggested the kids menu. Very nice of her! All and all a great meal. BTW, the meat had some awesome flavored spice, Not hot at all, but delicious! I forgot to ask what!

    Upon entering this restaurant in Mebane, North Carolina, a female waitress greeted us and asked the…read moreusual questions that customers are accustomed to hearing. As my friend and I followed behind her to be seated, I began to notice that she was leading us away from everyone else and toward an isolated area near the bar. What immediately stood out to me was that no one else was seated there, and neither of us drinks. At the same time, I could clearly see several empty tables available in the front dining area where all of the Caucasian customers were seated. As an African American woman, I felt confused, saddened, and deeply uncomfortable. It was difficult not to question why we were being separated from everyone else. With respect, I explained to the waitress that I did not want to sit "in the back" and politely asked if we could be seated in the same area as the other guests. She appeared visibly annoyed and stated that she would have to go ask someone. At that moment, I had no desire to argue or create a confrontation. No one should have to feel unwelcome or question whether they are being treated differently while simply trying to enjoy a meal. Rather than endure further embarrassment or discomfort, my friend and I quietly chose to leave. It was frustrating to experience something that made me feel unseen and separated while spending my money just like every other customer. I am not my ancestors, and I refuse to accept being made to feel hidden, excluded, or less deserving because of the color of my skin. Every person deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and equality!

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    Outside seating with fireplace
    Outside seating with fireplace
    Delicious Food
    Delicious Food
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    2 Twelve Seasonal Kitchen + Bar

    2 Twelve Seasonal Kitchen + Bar

    4.0
    (123 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    This place is one of those places where you look at the menu and instantly want to order one of…read moreeverything. Thankfully, I managed to narrow it down--but the temptation was real. We started with the Pimento Cheese Hushpuppies, which I had high hopes for. They were a bit over‑fried and dry, with more breading than cheesy center, and the jalapeño bacon jam was watery and didn't quite complement the hushpuppies. That said, the concept is fun, and with a thicker, chunkier jam, I think they'd really shine. The Fried Oysters, however, were a completely different story. Perfectly breaded, not overly heavy, and full of flavor. My husband--who's keto and peeled the breading off--still commented on how good the oysters themselves were. If anything, we just wished the portion was bigger. The star of the starters for me was the She Crab Soup. Creamy, rich, and loaded with crab. It was one of those dishes you keep going back to between bites of everything else. And here's my pro tip: dip the hushpuppies into the soup. It transformed them from dry to delicious, and I even suggested to our server that the kitchen consider offering them together. For my entrée, I had the Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos with a side of pasta salad. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the Thai‑inspired sauce had a sweet kick that I honestly wish there had been more of. The pasta salad was classic but surprisingly good--fresh, balanced, and better than most versions I've had lately. My husband ordered the Salmon & Shrimp Scampi, swapping the pasta for extra spinach to stay keto. Both proteins were cooked beautifully, full of flavor, and plated generously. Overall, the meal had a few highs and a couple of misses, but the quality of the ingredients and the creativity of the menu make this a place I'd absolutely visit again. With a little fine‑tuning on a few items, 2 Twelve has the potential to be truly exceptional.

    Amazing food! Ed is a phenomenal chef!!!…read more My partner ordered an amazing seafood pasta. The sauce was excellent! I wanted to take his plate! LOL. My meal, the Charleston Crab Cakes, was really good too (I asked that they put the creamed corn on the side -- the crab cakes will come on top of the creamed corn if you don't make a special request). But when (not if) we return, I will be ordering the seafood pasta for sure because it was that good! A friend recommended the pork chops and the burgers. The ambience is quaint and the indoor dining space is very small and cozy. There was a bit of a wait when we arrived. I recommend making a reservation if you don't want to dine outdoors. It was January so too cold for us to eat outdoors because there is no heating and the overhead fans were on! Also, please bring a little patience for parking because this restaurant is in an area of downtown with limited parking.

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    2 Twelve Seasonal Kitchen + Bar
    Rack of Lamb on a blueberry compote with sautéed zucchini and onions and sweet potatoes
    Rack of Lamb on a blueberry compote with sautéed zucchini and onions and sweet potatoes
    Parmesan Crusted Chicken- seared chicken, risotto, prosciutto, spinach,roasted tomatoes- basil cream sauce!

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    Parmesan Crusted Chicken- seared chicken, risotto, prosciutto, spinach,roasted tomatoes- basil cream sauce!

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