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    La Cocina

    3.8 (124 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Shelley M.

    I've been here a couple of times in the past and food is decent. I ordered the fajitas la cocina nachos. I checked food before I left. I asked young lady where is the cheese and they gave me a story about cheese is at the bottom. In my opinion it didn't look like an ounce of cheese even existed. I took their word, come to find out no cheese and nacho were horrible. This is based on my encounter this location has fallen off. I even notice that it was during lunch hours and they weren't even crowded like I remembered. This was a waste of money, nothing but a whole bunch of meat with a few vegetables( some were burnt) and three pieces of chips at the bottom soaked from the grease from the meat. Probably want return, very disappointed with meal!!

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    Sherron G.

    I'm not really big on Mexican food, but everything was nice. We will definitely be back. Service was great.

    Jeff N.

    I went here with my manager for lunch and when we got there no one was there to sit us. We waited for a few mins to get seated and to place our order. We both ordered street tacos with rice & beans. The tacos were good, they rice and beans were okay. They should work on the service, we had to wait to check out too.

    Michelle F.

    First timer here. The customer service is friendly. I had the burrito Jalisco with shredded beef and it was good. It was about $8. Worth every penny! This isn't the Mexican food I am used to but La Cocina is good. I'll definitely come back the next I'm in town.

    Rice and beans
    Anne M.

    I finally decided to stop and try this little spot. I used to work in the area and lunch time was crowded so I just took them off my list until today. The place is small, parking is limited but the customer service is wonderful and the price is right. The price is comparable to most authentic Mexican restaurants in the area so let's get to the food. I chose the Street Tacos platter $12!for three tacos with rice and beans and chips and salsa. Great deal!! Once I ordered the hostess told me it would be about 10 minutes. It's a small place about 12 tables and several parties where leaving when I arrived so It wasn't crowded. The chips and salsa were great. Chips didn't taste or look like they were from a bag so I really enjoyed it. All of the tacos were delicious. I got them togo but the weather was bad so I decided not to wait. It was plenty of food and they didn't hold back on the servings size in each taco. The rice and beans were tasty. All in all it was good. It wasn't anything that especially stood out to WOW me but I enjoyed it. It's a great location with fantastic service and good food. I'll definitely check 'em out again

    Karen B.

    Small building that usually requires a wait. Not many places to wait but they have added a few benches outside the door to do so. Food is fast- Service friendly - decor - lacking. Folks like their Authentic side of the menu but I have yet to order from that side - I usually get items off the a la cart section. The dinners fill the plates to the brim and I can never finich them.

    The littlest shot of tequila I ever seen!
    Tammy B.

    Welp I don't expect every place to make tacos like my beloved California but although very meaty the tacos asada which is beef and the tacos al pastor which is pork had no flavor whatsoever. The margarita was sugary sweet and lacking. The tacos will run you $2.99 a piece. I hardly ever use salt but today it is front place on my table.. The service is lacking. I literally sat here and there was only one other couple in this establishment and they were having a nice talk before they decided to look over and address me although they seen me walk in. I guess I will have to walk back there and tell them I am ready to go. Lawd!

    Sam S.

    literally the best food in town I swear the freshest most amazing and strong margaritas the frozen lime with a sugar rim is to die for coming here about twice a week now for a few months, The queso the chips and the service is just all amazing the Birria tacos are my go to every time

    Mendy D.

    My son and I stopped in here one evening last week because my son was craving Mexican and I'd have to say- we'll be going back. It wasn't the quickest, but the food was great and there was a ton of it! We took leftovers home and the meal actually became two meals! They have an awesome "build your own" combo plate option that was super affordable at I think $9.99 a plate or so. Again- we will definitely visit this location more in the future and I recommend it to everyone. You can't beat the price for the quality and amount of food. Again- not the quickest, but well worth the wait:)

    Dale Z.

    Amigo!!! This place is muy bien! Luckily- I work nearby and can often enjoy this goodness! The place is pretty small inside but put together well. The servers are always nice and friendly and the service is quick. They have lunch menus and regular menus. Good prices on both. They start you off with chips and salsa.. Which is great for those days that you stroll in for a late lunch and are super hungry. The chips and salsa are good. BUT-- if you like it spicy.. like me.. ask for the hotter salsa. This was a game changer for me! I polished off that basket of chips like it was nothing and all but licked that bowl of hot salsa clean! When I go for Mexican.. I usually have a very detailed plan in mind for what I want and it usually consists of a spicy burrito of sorts with al pastor and always have them add fresh onions and jalapenos. I ordered the 8" Tapatio Burrito this time. The burritos come in 3 size options. I learned from my first visit that the small one is plenty big enough for me(and I am a pretty big guy). Now- the al pastor is a little different than what I am used to- instead of being shaved from a spit- this comes in chunks. But the chunks of pork goodness are super tender and flavored very well. The icing on the cake....er... The topping on the burrito, much to my delight, was that same spicy salsa that I had just had with my chips! Jackpot! I inhaled this thing. It was pretty dang tasty. Yo- for sure there are going to be some variances in what you get vs being truly authentic. Like the chunks of al pastor vs the shaved pieces- but we are in Southern Alabama.. not Mexico. To me- none of that matters. What matters is that the food was delish. The service was on point and my belly was super satisfied when I left. Larga vida a la cocina en Mobile!!

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    The yummy salad that came with our meal. So fresh!

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