I have been to Barcocina twice for brunch! Food and atmosphere are awesome. Enjoyed the bottomless mimosas, breakfast tacos and the view!

Food is just ok, but not good enough to justify the prices. The service wasn't great either. It was disappointing because I really wanted to like this place. read more

Remember when there were a couple hundred people hanging out at the bar last night and we all agreed what this place needed was a couple middle aged dudes shrieking Bob Marley songs into a microphone so we could all start shouting to talk to one another? Me neither. That place emptied out faster than a NAMBLA convention when Chris Hanson knocks on the door. unless you are actively trying to drive people to Bond Street social I'd stop with the live music, like now. read more

The food was delicious, I got he carne asade y huevos and it was amazing! Shout out to Bob for some great service, appreciate the laughs.

Spiced Pork Hashh was excellent. Bottomless minosas were refilled constantly. Bob was an excellent server!

Came here for brunch for my girlfriends birthday, and it was awesome! Our server, Bob, was wicked funny and helpful, amazing service! I got the spiced pork hash and it was delicious, I will definitely be coming back again! read more

Just enjoyed some drinks and appetizers here. The atmosphere is awesome!! The drinks were great and the tacos / salsa was delicious. I would definitely come back! read more

I have been to this indoor/outdoor restaurant several times. I have tried their brunch, dinner and lunch. All were fantastic. I love the open air atmosphere this place has. It also has a gorgeous view of the harbor and some of the navy and sail boats that are docked there. read more

Came here (party of four) for a friends birthday and our experience here put a damper on what would have been an otherwise perfect day. We were seated outside with a nice view of the harbor. We all ordered different variations of tacos, appetizers, and drinks. I had their Cucumber Crush and was disappointed. It had too much ice and I could not taste the alcohol. I seriously think they may have forgotten to put it in! I let that slide because I'm pretty easygoing. However, when we stared to eat, we were asked to "disperse" because there was a private party at 4:00pm! Literally in the middle of our meal! We still had appetizers and drinks that had not been brought out! The whole situation was handled poorly by management. We finished our meal and did not enjoy it. We felt pressured to inhale the rest of our food and take home the jalapeño corn bread. This whole time the manager or supervisor was nowhere in sight. She (or he) should handle these types of situations, am I right? A sincere apology by the manager/ supervisor would have gone a long way! However, they sent a young girl (receptionist?) who clearly did not have adequate training in handling such instances tactfully. My group and I felt they sent this poor girl to do their "dirty work". In addition, when someone in our party went to use the restroom, she was given the hint that the restaurant was closing for this private party by the relentless on/off flickering of bathroom lights. In the future, I would hope they better plan their seating based on upcoming events or private parties. Management needs to take accountability and speak to their guests when such oversights occur. Needless to say, we left this restaurant with a bad taste in our mouth! read more

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Awesome food, staff, decor, and experience. We went during brunch on a Saturday. Sampled several items including the pancake sliders! To die for! We will definitely be back! read more

Barcocina - Pancake sliders and steak tacos! 10$ unlimited mimosa - Bars Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

We decided to come here somewhat late on a weekend night and the manager was so accommodating. I was shocked he was able to find a table for us with that many people and that late of notice! read more

Okay, so it's been awhile since I've been here and the only saving grace this time was the really good service. Our waitress was really sweet but the food was literally terrible. Cold.. bland.. just plain gross. We came for brunch and literally no one in our party of 10+ people enjoyed their meals. I really wish I could say I was over exaggerating but I'm not. Usually if the food is bad then the drinks will save us..Booze solves all problems right? Not this time. Drinks were literally watered down .. come on guys. You can do better. Best view in fells point though ... read more

GET THE FISH TACOS!! they are so good and come with a bowl of lime aioli sauce. The portions are really good and the chips + salsa are a must. Cool place with an amazing view. Definitely would go back. read more

Came in with some friends on a Saturday night for drinks only and I think I'm about 15 years too old to be be near, let alone in, this place. I'm sure it's great if you're in your in your early 20s and into the meat market kind of scene. read more

Attentive bartender, amazing strong but tasty a f drink, amazing view omg gnna die I luv it here!!!! Coming again if I ever come back to MD!

If you want a drink by the water, DO NOT GO HERE. Apparently the policy of this place is that the outdoor seating is for dining only. I find this perplexing (and obnoxious) because there were a half a dozen four tops available and three employees huddled around the hostess stand. Go next store, less pretenscious! read more

Came here with a larger party (about 8 people) understanding that a larger party usually has slower service. We were seated right away per our reservation but service right off the bat was extremely slow and we rarely saw our waitress. Drinks were extremely watered down and food was average. The location and views are pleasant but nothing extraordinary. read more

Great location and ambiance! Such a cool spot...very NY. Food was pretty good...great hibiscus martini (wish there was less ice!) Guac was solid and corn elote salsa was interesting - wish there was more grilled corn flavor and less mayo. Buffalo chicken and flank steak tacos were good - sent the tuna back...was a little strange and the kimchee salsa on the side was putrid. Couldn't even take the smell. Shrimp quesadilla was good. Not the best Mexican food ever, but good enough to warrant the awesome location and vibe. read more

Your happiness at this place depends on what day you go and what dish you order. We started with a delicious but naughty queso & chips. Then we did the build your own margarita at the margarita buffet. It was a fun way to take control of your own cocktail and discover some new flavors like hawaiian sea salt. And you know how fish tacos have become so cliche. Not here. The fish is juicy and lightly seasoned with fresh veggies with a tasty white sauce on the side. We'd go back just for those! So sit outside, go for something interesting but uncomplicated, and enjoy the habor life passing by. read more

Food is bad. Way overpriced. Drinks were not that great either. Everything was very bland with no kick to it. Location and good waiting staff is about all it has. read more

Bought the three course for $15 lunch, with guacamole, a mango/quinoa salad, and swordfish tacos (served on a bed of greens rather than in tortilla shells). Although the portions for this were smaller than the normal entree (2 rather than 3 tacos), the food was all very good. Other members of my party enjoyed the caesar + pumpkin seed salad, strawberry cucumber salad, chicken, and steak tacos (all excellent). The peanut hummus and the vegetable quesadilla were, unfortunately, pretty bad tasting. Also, keep in mind that the service will be very slow, even just when waiting for the appetizers to arrive. The location is great, right near Fells Point and on the water, so you can at least enjoy the view and nice decor while you wait! read more

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Great service and great food! Love the outside patio! Very cool version of Mexican classics. The house margarita is one of the best I have ever had. Really enjoyed the guacamole and the lamb ribs were such a highlight. Ambiance was great. Good music and a really lively atmosphere. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Came here with 2 other fellow summer interns on a Thurs night after work. Place was pretty packed for a weekday night. Got seated inside but still had a nice view of the harbor and a cool breeze. Food was ok. I ordered the El Pastor (pork) tacos, and they tasted generic but decent, nothing special. Not worth $13. read more

Massively overpriced, mediocre service and slow food prep. $54 for 2 drinks, pancakes and a steak salad. I have no problem paying for food if the service and food are at least a step above satisfactory. Our "appetizer" came out after the food. While it is tapas style guacamole should come out before hot food. This was disappointing. I would definitely come back for happy hour but not to eat. read more

Went there for a HH and has great margaritas and good tacos! Super fun place on the water and perfect for a group or hot date!

Margaritas are stronggggg (and pre made i believe). Seating was a little hard to get, happy hour is only at the bar and me and my friend had to hang around the bar for a couple minutes to wait on another party to finish up. happy hour food menu isn't really veg friendly, guac is super good though read more

I've never had such awkward or unprofessional service as I've had tonight. My waiter actually took a taco from my plate (after I had eaten everything else!!) and served it to my friend down the table because the table runner served the wrong plates to us. We never saw a manager or anyone who was professional to smooth things over. The service was slow, the food was decent, and the view was amazing. The view is the only reason to go. All around, a very odd experience. There are better restaurants with views in Baltimore. Steer clear if you are looking to have a fun, relaxed night with friends. read more

Finally went to check out what the hype was all about and I left still wondering... The place/set up and views are awesome. The noise level is beyond out of control. It wasn't because of music, the entire place was trying to talk over one another. Our table found it very difficult to hear each other. Service is mediocre at best. The waiter seemed to get lost often. The drinks are delicious, probably my favorite part. Food is just "good" not great..not awful. Every thing could use more spice/flavor. The fancy quacs didn't impress and every Mexican place should have standard salsa..even the "fancier" ones. Didn't find the pricing to be too out of line. If you are looking for a place to be seen..this is it. If your looking for authentic Mexican, I'd keep looking! read more

I have dined here on a few occasions but this will be my first review. We ordered the tomatillo and roasted red pepper salsa. It seems as though they have confused tomatillos and regular tomatoes. Though the flavor was fine. Nothing special. The guacamole (both the standard and the house special) are terrible. For $2.50 you get great guacamole at chipotle. For $9 at Barcocina, you get a factory made paste extruded from a bag into a bowl. While this may seem harsh, there were no shallots or fresh cilantro in the standard. The house special which claims to also have shallots and fresh basil and balsamic with cheese is really just the standard with balsamic and cheese. Both fell short of any flavor at all. Not to mention please don't garnish my guacamole with flavorless edible garnishes. Please use cilantro, basil, or scallions, flavors commonly used in good guacamole. My recommendations is bring your own guacamole. On a slightly more positive note. The pork tacos a good and the charred Apple salsa is a pleasant pairing. The shrimp quesadilla was also above average but nothing worth raving about. Lastly, we did have attentive service and the manager did take off the lackluster guacamole from our bill. read more

I went here this weekend. The food sucks, the drinks were watered down, the service was bad, and management was rude. I can't believe this is the same owner as bond street because bond street is amazing. read more

Bar atmosphere on any given weekend night, but I enjoyed the duck tacos, despite being on the pricier side. Bartenders were friendly and attentive. Drinks are $$! read more

Today was my second time eating here and I had a date with me and it was a wonderful experience. My waiter was Bob and he was awesome. He was very helpful and answered all the questions that we had. I highly recommend eating here. read more

Girlfriend and I went to have a drink and sit outside. They have a policy that you can only sit outside if you're going to eat. No worries! Sagamore Pendry and Woody's Cantina both have better views, and got my money that day. What a business model! Turn away paying customers... read more

Horrible horrible food! Got their lobster tasted like it was freezer burnt then thrown into the fryer. I didn't eat the calamari but my sister did and was throwing up soon after. The Brussel sprouts were as hard as rocks. There wasn't anything anyone got (family of four) that was good. Drinks were not bad though. Not enough to make up for the horrible food. read more

I recently took a group of 17 friends to this restaurant for a double birthday party here. We were in from DC and looking have a large group of people and it wasn't easy to find a place. Barcocina took us in and had amazing food, cocktails, and service. Food - was brought out together and had a high quality of presentation. The presentation was delightful and we all enjoyed our meals. Duck Mole Enchiladas were particularly delightful. Cocktails - they were great. Cranberry foam margarita and the twigs and berries were really enjoyable. Service. For me the service set this place apart. If you've ever attended a restaurant with a group of 20 people, you get nervous for the server. Ours took us in stride and hopefully enjoyed the crowd. They were prompt and attentive without being intrusive. Can't say enough good things! read more

I really really want to love this place. It is located right on the water, and definitely a great place if you want a classy but very "baltimore" feeling place. Drinks are very hit or miss- I've gotten some spectacular ones and others that just tasted like drinking hot sauce (not in a good way). Food is good, a bit pricey, but considering its trendy vibe and location, not surprising. This place is packed on weekend evenings with trendy young professionals, and gets pretty loud, but it can be pretty fun when you are in the right mood for it. read more

Service was slow. The food and drinks, mediocre. They don't know how to make a michelada. It is supposed to be a Mexican restaurant right?

Cocktails here are great, food is not very good and overpriced. My apologies for the clogged toilet last night, my drunk friend John did it.

This place used to be a nice place to hang out and have good food. Not anymore. Everything was awful the service was bad, the menu limited and the food so salty. How is it possible that you ask for a lunch menu and since it is 2:45 you can't see it until 3:00!!! Even if you asked politely... our waitress was weird and since we didn't give him a great tip, he came back to our table asking if everything was fine when we told him that he never mentioned that the prices changed along menus even though you have the same thing after 3:00. I wish he had mentioned that. So, I ended up giving him more, which now I regret. And guess what? The restrooms were out of service and dirty... never coming back!!!! read more

Best hospitality ever. Server sends you to the bar if you are having drinks only in the patio. Skip this place since they really do not want your business. Place was empty I might add. read more