Welcome to La Cocina
La Cocina in Espanola, NM offers a taste of traditional New Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. From their signature Jessie's Combination to their delicious Guacamole & Chicken Tacos, every dish at La Cocina is bursting with flavor and authenticity. Customers rave about the cozy atmosphere and excellent service, making it a must-visit spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The rustic New Mexican decor adds to the charm of this gem of a restaurant, where every bite feels like a culinary journey through the heart of the Southwest. Don't miss out on experiencing the magic of La Cocina for yourself.
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415 S Santa Clara Bridge Rd Espanola, NM 87532415 S Santa Clara Bridge Rd Espanola, NM 87532 Hotline: (505) 753-3016
Welcome to La Cocina, a hidden gem located in Espanola, New Mexico, specializing in traditional New Mexican cuisine. This charming restaurant offers a cozy and rustic atmosphere perfect for enjoying a delicious meal with friends and family. With a variety of options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, La Cocina has something for everyone.
One of the standout dishes at La Cocina is the Jessie's Combination, which includes a beef enchilada, a cheese enchilada, a pork tamale, beans, posole, and sopaipilla, all smothered in your choice of red or green chile. The flavors are authentic and satisfying, a true taste of New Mexico. Another popular choice are the enchiladas, available rolled or flat, with options for ground beef, chicken, or carne adovada.
Customers rave about the guacamole & chicken tacos, served with cheese, lettuce, and tomato, as well as the taco plate with your choice of ground beef or chicken. The posole and pinto beans also receive high praise for their delicious flavors.
La Cocina offers a range of utilities, from takeout and delivery options to vegan and vegetarian dishes. With outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and a casual atmosphere, it's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. The extensive menu caters to all tastes and dietary preferences, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you're craving traditional New Mexican favorites or looking to try something new and exciting, La Cocina is a must-visit destination for authentic and flavorful cuisine. Come experience the delicious flavors and warm hospitality that make La Cocina a standout in the world of New Mexican dining.
The multi-roomed restaurant has rustic New Mexican decor. It was quiet for a Sunday morning, and the huevos rancheros were incredible! Egg over easy cooked perfectly, corn tortillas nicely crisped, flavorful beans, and fantastic green chile! I'm so glad we picked this gem of a restaurant for brunch on this trip!!
Most excellent food and atmosphere. Service was excellent. We were told 45 minutes again so we went to the bar for an "appetizer ". Didn't get a sip of my Dos Equis and they came and got us.
The grilled shell ground beef tacos are so good I can't recommend them enough!! The posole and pinto beans are 5 stars as well. Love this place.
Today we ordered the chicken enchiladas Christmas style. The red chile was delicious but the green chile was a whole new level of amazingness!!! We ordered the special with 3 blue corn tortillas and it came with sour cream, beans and hot sapopillas. The chicken breast meat was so tender and lots of it. This reminded me of food from my childhood - homemade and authentic. I'm sorry to be leaving town tomorrow but not time I am back I will eat here again!! Plus I purchased some freshly cooked tortillas in a bag to go. The desserts sure were tempting!
Came here for lunch while driving from Taos to Albuquerque. We ordered jessies combination and the filled sopaipilla. Staff was very friendly, place is pretty big and was crowded. Had some tortilla chips while we waited for the entrees. Didn't take very long to come out. The portion size is very generous. You have the option to get chilis on the side which we did. I liked everything in the combination mix. It also came with some sopaipilla which tasted great. Healthy amount of cheese on everything. I probably should have boxed most of it for dinner, but ate too much. The chilis weren't that spicy could have put it directly on the food. Highly recommended