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    JJ's Scratch Cocina

    4.7 (21 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Robert G.

    Really happy I stumbled upon JJ's as I was looking for a lunch spot! I started off with the shrimp tostones, which were flavorful and would totally recommend. Next I had the Caracas and the "Erepa" entrees. The Caracas platter was pretty good. I really liked the beans and the plantains! Everything tasted super fresh and was perfectly cooked. The Arepa's were also fantastic. They came with all three types of meat (chicken, pork, beef) but you can select any arrangement of the 3 options. The corn arepa itself was extremely good. Honestly even if it came with just cheese it would still be great lol To top everything all, the service was ELITE. Our server was so nice and helped us with every question we had. To make things even better, the chef gave us a free appetizer and dessert. Neither item were on the menu (they said it was items they are looking to release soon) and even those tasted great. I added the photos of them but couldn't add the names. The restaurant itself was so clean and just a great vibe. The large windows really let in a good amount of natural light. Final note, THEY HAVE SOME NICE BATHROOMS!

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    Todd S.

    Incredible flavor and big portions. A great friendly local restaurant! I've been coming to Jj's for 12 years since the original JJ's grill - and I have always enjoyed it - but this new Cocina experience is next level! We had a variety of dishes included the tostadas (made with delicious pork), picanha steak (perfectly cooked with an amazing chimichurri), ceviche (super fresh flavor and made with halibut), and the Byblos chicken (tender and and full of traditional Mediterranean flavors). Our server was super friendly and brought us cucumber waters. We also had an iced macchiato that was perfect. The interior is super clean, upscale, and comfortable. I brought my service animal with me and we had no issues. All 3 of us left very pleased and will be sure to be back again. JJ knocking it out of the park again! Do yourself a favor and check out JJ's Cocina!

    Isabel M.

    This was my first time finally trying JJ's after two previous attempts; once we were turned away for not having a reservation and another time for a private event. When we finally made it in, I was a bit confused by the layout. There's a section for to-go orders with a more casual menu, while the dine-in area offers a more elevated experience. The dining space is small but stylish, clean, and aesthetically pleasing. The food was delicious and very satisfying, with generous portions. I also appreciated the cucumber and lemon-infused water! It was such a refreshing touch. The servers were very kind and knowledgeable, offering helpful menu suggestions, though they were a bit more attentive than I personally prefer. For pickups, drivers are directed to a separate entrance around the back, which was interesting to learn. I'd probably opt for the to-go option next time, but overall, it was a great experience. There's plenty of parking in the plaza, too. Thanks to the owner, I learned that they have two locations for their business within the same plaza which can cause some confusion between the pick up orders and the dine-in experience.

    Todd W.

    We dined here for our 3rd year Anniversary. Prior to this evening, I had tried JJ's in its quick serve location before this new take- delicious and fresh ingredients. So when I learned JJ's elevated to reservation only finer dining? I thought it would be perfect for the occasion! A small comfortable dining area with just a handful of tables. This evening just us and one large party. We decided to share an entree and try some appetizers. Like their formal spot? All the flavors were there and ingredients fresh! We ordered the Ropa Vieja (likely by a different name) it was delicious- think comfort food! Our arepa appetizer was also a treat! Topped with avocado and shrimp...do yourself a favor! Order 2! Our one dislike on the plate? Their beans. Typically my litmus test for any great latin influenced restaurant..we didn't care for them. They had a sweet sugary taste that doesn't belong in black beans! One nice treat was our server brought us two chocolates with a heart in lieu of our Anniversary. Nice touch! Overall a great place with a beautiful esthetic and good food! We really liked but didn't love it. Ill definitely try again! 4.4 stars! Thanks JJ's!

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    Amber S.

    I was so surprised when I walked in to the restaurant to pick up a catering order bit is so different from my last visit. The decor and ambiance is totally revamped. I learned of their new dine in menu and returned that night to try it out. WOW! Souch a good decision, everything was perfect, the food, the service, even their infused water. So fortunate to live so close. Can't wait to dine here again.

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    Olivia A.

    This place is AMAZING. Classy cozy clean atmosphere. The staff was so kind and attentive. I was greeted with warmth and smiles from everyone. The food came out fast and everything was delicious. You can tell everything is made from scratch with fresh ingredients. My favorite was the falafel and guacamole. The tostones were yummy and the matcha latte was perfect to wash it all down. I'll be back soon !!! High recommend this place.

    I went here during the afternoon and it was very nice. The food tasted really good (had arepas) and they were very friendly with quick service. The place is decorated nicely and the bathroom was clean. No complaints :)

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    From the first bite to the sweet treat to close out the meal, we had a great experience. The service was top-notch, and the food was delightful, beautifully presented with love, and reasonably priced. We can't wait to go back! Outstanding reimagining JJ and team!

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    Jessica W.

    Haven't been here in a while and it's even better than before! The inside is beautiful and allows for a casual to go or an upscale sit down experience all in one place! Service is great, food is extremely fresh with thoughtful and unique ingredients. Definitely a must try!

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    The restaurant is small but warm and inviting. The service was attentive. The food was tasty and creative.

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    Shit service was at door for 15 minutes before getting any help. highly don't recommend if you want bad service

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