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    La Cocina

    3.5 (70 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Rice and beans
    danelle b.

    Was visiting and my friend said let's do Mexican. I'm always down for Mexican so we went to La Cocina. I asked her what she normally gets and she said she has never had a bad meal here. I decided to try the ACP ultimate, which had steak, chicken and shrimp with cheese. At her suggestion I got the cheese on the side because she said it's too much. I should've got it on the plate, not sure if they skimped because it was on the side but it wasn't enough. It was however plenty of food(meat) I could've done with less meat and more rice; especially since the steak was over cooked and dry. The shrimp was cooked nicely and the chicken was mixed with some dry and some fresh. My fried deciders on the birria tacos and said she takes back about everything being good. I have never seen birria tacos look so pale and no consommé. She ended up eating the meat out of the flour tortillas. It's a nice place, I would give them one more try if I'm in the area. Our waiter Kelvin was so nice and attentive.

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    Tony B.

    Recently we had La Cocina last minute for take out in hopes it would satisfy our craving. I've had them before but tonight I felt like they were off. The chips tasted a little aged and I'm big on tortilla chips. The service I can't really speak on because again the food was a pick up order. Ambiance I can't really say too much about either, I was just a bit disappointed in our food that night. I'm going to give them another try but probably not as a take out order.

    Nikki B.

    If there was an option to leave zero stars I would do that for this experience. We were barely greeted walking inside the restaurant. Our server was incredibly rude. We ordered our food and she brought us a side of something we didn't order. Then proceeded to become upset when I mentioned it to her. She never asked us if we needed anything else or how the food was. My daughters ACP looked like it was still raw. Rice was hard and dry. So we paid and left it on the table. We will not be back, there are several other Mexican restaurants in Burlington we prefer where we are treated with kindness.

    Chicken Enchilada, beef taco & tostada combo
    Del V.

    One of my go-to spots to meet my parents for dinner who live in Durham since I live in Greensboro! Favorite Mexican restaurant in Burlington and easy access right off Huffman Mill road plus plenty of parking being connected to the old mall. Service is always great and the food is too!! Their salsa isn't too thick, could probably use a little more chunky tomato's or onions but still tasty and pro tip - we always ask for pico de Gallo on the side to add and it's always super fresh! Plus have a hot salsa option that's definitely fire to your mouth! I always get one of their combos (I prefer their beef or cheese over their shredded chicken)or chicken fajitas and my mom loves their shrimp dishes or good ol' enchilada and taco combo. My dad loves their different big burritos! They treat you like family when you come, always willing to accommodate your order and are always on top of their stuff when it comes to keeping your chips & salsa and drinks filled!! Plus they have a great patio section out front offering outdoor seating (which allows me to bring my Yorkie so she can see her grandparents!)

    There is food on a fork and it's not washed
    Nathan P.

    The food was good and some of the waiters where nice but there was food on a fork but then there was a waitress and she was bitchy and mean and not good at her job she had a marijuana leaf mask and it's the worst experience I have had there

    Abry O.

    Me and a girlfriend came here for lunch after we spent all morning dress shopping. Nothing special about this place. They have outdoor seating. Our waiter seemed to be preoccupied while helping us, nor did he check on us but once. Food was good, beer was better. I will come back here but if I find somewhere else close by I'd probably go there first

    Beef taco with chicken quesadilla
    William S.

    My wife and I usually eat at San Marcos decided to come here today. Best chicken quesadilla I've ever had. Service was fast friendly very clean. Portion size generous and lunch runs around $7. We ate outside and our waiter probably checked on us at least 10 times. I've had to amend my review due to a cardinal sin we experienced on our next visit. On either side of us, people broke out cigarettes and started smoking. Evidently, they have the right to do this in North Carolina. My wife said, "Just finish your food inside." So I have to pick up my half eaten food and carry it inside? I pushed away and left. She yelled at me for "making a scene." But she's never suggested we return. She didn't like the smoking either.

    Margarita
    Joi C.

    I came here strictly for the drinks and I was super impressed. The frozen margarita pitcher was 22.50 and two cups in, i was definitely tipsy. I ended up ordering a steak quesadilla. It was great! I will definitely be back in the future. Great prices and a nice crowd at the bar.

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    Great food, great service and a friendly team. The margaritas are to die for and the interior is festive and cultural.

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    It's a Mexican place so you can guess what the food taste like. However the people are really nice and make sure to always check up on you.

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    11 years ago

    This is my favorite mexican restaurant. Their food is great! The staff is so nice.

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    Great food and great service. We really like this place. We had lunch, the best Mexican food around.

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    4 years ago

    Honestly, they have pretty nasty food and I would honestly advise others to eat at more tasty restaurants.

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    Been here twice. The food is decent but this previous time I got food poisoning from their beef.

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    4.1(69 reviews)
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    This is one of the best mexican restaurants places I've eaten its really authentic and the food was…read moredelicious, service was excellent, I would definitely recommend giving it a try!

    STAY AWAY!!!!! Went…read morehere for my birthday. Ordered a chicken burrito that came with grilled peppers and onions. The onions in the first bite were burned totally black. I tried to eat more to see if it was just in one spot or part of the burrito.I tried several bites but the entire flavor was of burned, charred food. When the server came back and asked how everything was I told her the food was not good and showed her the totally charred onions. She said "okay, I will take it off of your bill." I said thank you and she took the plate away. I sat there eating nothing while my husband finished his meal. Left with a nasty burn after taste in my mouth. At the register, the same lady who told me she would take the meal off of the bill informed me the cook has said I had to pay 1/2 because I had eaten about 1/2 of the burrito. I told her I only did that hoping it would get better and it did not. I told her it was my birthday and it was not a good experience, and that it was incredulous to me any owner or manager of a business who KNEW he sent that burned food out to a table would take such a position. She said she would go back to the cook again. I told her I would like to speak to him directly. I was never rude. Unbelievably, she came back and said the cook said "next time send the food back sooner." Yes, he said this. Not even an apology for the crap he sent to our table. I told her I had no need to come to that restaurant and eat some of my food, send it back and then try to get to get it for free. I was never offered a replacement. I told her there was a distinct difference between grilled onions and BURNED TO CRISP onions. I understand that this does happen at times, but this was our first and will be our last. I am sure others have wonderful experiences here, but having to be lectured by a server was both distasteful and a big turn off for us. Beware if you go here, they are more interested in your money than your enjoyment of a well cooked and delicious meal. And they do NOT understand the me and of hospitality.

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    3.8(168 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    The tacos and enchiladas were delicious and filling, with large portions. My daughter and I were…read morecompletely happy until we decided to order fried ice cream. We got a delectable tortilla, covered in cinnamon sugar filled with very creamy ice cream and whipped cream and cherries. We were more than happy at that point. It was the best fried ice cream we have had. My daughter asked if it would be too late to change my yelp rating from four stars to five after this phenomenal dessert. Fortunately, it wasn't too late. ;) We decided we would come back in the future just for the dessert, which for nine dollars is easily enough for two people and better than fast food desserts that are nearby. No regrets at this lovely outing. Thank you, San Marcos.

    Ate here on Sunday for lunch and it was delicious! I ordered the Texas Fajita with chicken, shrimp,…read moreand steak. My husband ordered the Tacos A La Diabla with steak strips. Both meals came out piping hot and quickly! The bartender was not very friendly, however, the manager was pleasant and came over and spoke with us for a bit. We loved the festive atmosphere and even with being busy, the noise level was quite peaceful. This was our first visit at this location and we will definately return but perhaps won't sit at the bar next time.

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