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    CaCao Mexicatessen

    3.9 (1.8k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    CACAO MEXICATESSEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Cacao Mexicatessen
    Mody M.

    Place is great. Not shabby to take friends or relatives for dinner or whichever. Nice chow down inside or outside. Food was good as expected. Our server Vanessa was super. She made sure we got what we asked for and kept checking on us.

    Charlene K.

    Cozy and lively environment! Perfect vibe for cocktails. Tucked in a cute gem of a neighborhood, this Mexican restaurant serves flavorful CaliMex dishes. Our favorites were the unique bone marrow tacos and pozole (comes in generous portions and amazing with a side of hot tortillas).

    Pamela S.

    I couldn't have had a better experience! Came here for the first time last Saturday and sat at the bar. Got the guava margarita which seems to be a hit - it is delicious! I ordered a carne asada taco and Ensenada fish taco, and also tried a bite of the Koreano taco which was very unique. Really enjoyed everything and looking forward to going back to trying their other tacos. Lively but chill vibes inside, great for catching a game. Bartenders are super warm and attentive.

    La Toxica - mango/pineapple - amazing!
    Nicole M.

    Came here with a few friends and enjoyed the entire experience (minus parking) on a Saturday night. Luckily, after circling a few times someone left the parking lot in the back so I was able to park there. Everything was delicious. I ordered La Toxica and the Chicken and Poblano Cheese Mole (enough to share or leftovers). 10/10 - would recommend and will definitely order the same thing the next time I go back. It's right next to Trader Joe's in Eagle Rock. There are so many fun shops and art galleries in the area. The atmosphere was fun. Perfect for a date night or girls night out. Enjoy!

    Aperitivos... (Watch out for the green -- muy caliente!)
    Cesar C.

    It's been a minute since coming back to this local fav in ER -- and, it's still worth it! Forget the big chain places that boast Mexican cuisine -- treat yourself to a better experience and more. Start with chips, salsa and guac to give your growling stomach time to calm and while you do, enjoy the lively music or watch a game at the bar. The ambiance, along with the service , is joyful. So, when will you go?

    Ezequiel V.

    Let me start with the service, worst service I ever had, I don't expect anyone to receive me with a red carpet, but here no one smiles at you or try to get you a good service, the person in the entrance that tell you to get your menu and pick your seat, server same way no smile at all, no a how you doing today, nothing. That change the whole experience in a restaurant Let's talk about the food, around 2oz of beans $5.99 The tacos were ok but I guess not worth the price o well I want to say their focus would be the drinks, the place seems to be cool if you want to go and enjoy a drink. Hopefully it was a bad day and people get a better experience than mine

    Margarita Flight, Tequila and beer combo, Chips, Salsa and Guacamole
    Roberto I.

    Wonderful gem of a place. Food and drinks were visually appealing and delicious. Price point was fantastic. Atmosphere is casual. Sports bar meets fine dining. Staff were pleasant and quick.

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    Coach P.

    The food and service is always good! Wednesday's they have happy hour ALL day! If you have not been you should definitely check out this spot!

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    Great food and service. Love the Guacamole! Parking is kind of hard but a must try in Eagle Rock

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    Food is decent when they get your order right. Service is terrible, worst I've experienced in LA.

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    The service and adult beverages are excellent. First time here will come back again and recommend

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    Are the moles vegetarian?

    Hi there! Yes, our mole is vegetarian.

    Could you guys host a private lunch for 40 on the patio?

    Unfortunately we cannot accommodate that large of a group inside dining nor on the patio. Thank you for thinking of us!

    So they still serve breakfast? I loved their breakfast in the past, but don't see it on the menu.

    No, now they don't open until the late afternoon.

    Are there any vegan options?

    Most def! They got the vegetable-tarians covered!

    Are the chips and tortilla corn or flour?

    Corn tortillas

    What kind of fish is in the pan-seared fish burrito?

    Red Snapper, its phenomenal.

    Is there complimentary chips and salsa?

    You can pay for bottomless chips and salsa but it's not a free item.

    Looking for a place that can make a vegan michelada. Does anyone know if they can make that here? Lol

    I know that there's a vegan Worcester sauce, but I don't imagine that many places carry it

    What time is happy hour? I moved out of town but want to come back when I'm visiting!

    Should start @ 3:30 and might just be Tues-Thurs only, so I recommend calling. They are closed on Monday's

    Is the pozole on the regular menu? I cannot locate it?

    No. It is on rotation on Saturdays or a special. Best to call ahead and ask if it's on the menu for the day.

    Did anyone notice that their delicious and fabulous wet burrito now comes with some sort of crazy cheese?? It breaks my heart. :-(

    Hey Marjorie, Thanks for noticing. You can still order it with the classic melting cheese duo of pepper jack and cheddar.

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