Stopped by this establishment on a sunny day for a quick bite and ordered 2 asada tacos from the woman working at the front. Before I knew it, she had disappeared to the back to prepare the food. After about an 8-10 minute wait, my order was finally bagged and ready to go. What disappointed me most was that no one asked what toppings I wanted on my tacos or what kind of salsa I preferred , which in my opinion, is essential to the taco experience. When I opened my food, I found only a couple pieces of onion, a tiny pinch of cilantro, and no salsa at all. Big bummer. I will say the meat itself was well-marinated and flavorful, but good meat alone doesn't make a great taco. The tortillas weren't warm enough, and the lack of toppings really made the tacos fall flat overall. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Unfortunately, I don't think I'll be coming back. The place was completely empty when I walked in, which honestly should have been my first sign that I probably wasn't going to be satisfied with my order.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you're in the area and really craving some tacos (or other Mexicana food staples), go to King Taco which is across the street and they have garage parking (free for the first hour+) and don't skip out on the red spicy salsa! read more

My other half wanted a quick bite to eat and was looking for a vegetarian option. They offer fake chicken tacos and for a price of 4 bucks it was a perfect amount of food for the price. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is small and has plenty of seating inside with stools at the window so you can people watch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I went here with my parents for a healthy meal on the night before a marathon. Service was quick and friendly, and the portions were large - perfect for a pre-race meal. We ate inside. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small dining room with about five tables, but it wasn't crowded.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you're looking for a healthy fresh-Mex meal, this is the place! read more

The best pork tacos I have ever had. [[HIGHLIGHT]]also, very nice and clean inside area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Very nice lady at the customer. Service desk simple quick tasty good portions. read more

full of flavor. The service was exceptional -- everyone was so friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcomed. Definitely one of the best Mexican spots I've been to. Highly recommend! read more

Terrible. I should have known better. Craving nachos and got something that sort of resembled nachos but was not satisfying at all. Plus they were cold. No excuse since we were the only people in the restaurant. Husband said his burrito was also cold. Next time I'll just go to King Taco instead and have a more authentic experience. read more

Not authentic Mexican food. The horchata is made from a powder and the food is middle eastern inspired. The meat is very dry.

Food is amazing! Service was exceptional with friendly faces. Will definitely go back. One of the best Mexican restaurants. You must try.

Wow!! So good!! We had the shrimp bowl , tacos and burrito. Plus the almond horchata I wish that had a closer location in the valley. I would be there daily!! read more

Cocina Cilantro - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

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Food was so good I ate half of my meal before I could take a picture AMAZING service on top of that!!!! read more

Cocina Cilantro - Crispy Chicken Torta Kale and Quinoa Salad - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

This place is honestly one of the best Mexican restaurants I've been to in a while. The food was super fresh and full of flavor. You can tell they really care about the quality. The portions were generous too, so you definitely get your money's worth. Highly recommend this place if you're in the area. read more

We had a decent and quick experience here before heading to a nearby event. It's a small spot...we were the only ones in the restaurant throughout our time there from ordering at the counter through finishing our meal. It's clean and nicely appointed giving a more upscale fast-food vibe to the place. Plus tacos! They have a couple different vegetarian options which are what needed including a vegetarian and a soy chorizo (You can get these variants as burritos too if you want.) Definitely elevated street-taco vibes on both of these which my wife and I shared 2 of each. The vegetarian is listed as having "sweet potato" as an ingredient, but it's actually sweet potato fries...that may actually make them more delicious, but it's not quite as healthy as just "sweet potato" implies in the ingredients list so felt like a not wholly accurate portrayal of what was being ordered. That having been said we enjoyed what we got. As we were the only folks in the restaurant service as quick. Water is given in disposable plastic cups. We might come back if we were in the mood for exactly what we got. Not bad. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Lovely sign with my lovely wife. - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

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I came on a late afternoon for a quick lunch with a friend and it was completely empty so there was no line! You order at the counter (I got a burrito bowl and if you check in, you can get an aqua fresca) and the person attending to us was very nice and patient. The food came out fairly fast and my friend got horchata - which was DELICIOUS! My burrito bowl was equally as yummy but I started getting full about halfway through - my friend helped me eat some of it. The service was amazing and the people were friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I did find the AI art on the side of the wall a bit uncanny but decided to just look at my friend instead.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

One of the worst burrito places you can imagine. I just thought business was slow and stepped inside as it seemed pretty good. They charge a 4% credit card charge which is unheard of. Oh and they charge for a side of salsa. They poured salt into it and it feels like you will get diabetes from it. I thought this would be a better option than Chipotle but it's not. Avoid this place, you're welcome. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

I came here with a friend for a quick lunch and was greeted with super quick service and yummy food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's some outdoor seating in addition to the inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]While the decor isn't unpleasant, I do question the integrity of the wall art on display. I'm no expert in AI...but I think I saw some AI "art." Not to get in a whole AI debate, but I think it's a shame with so many local artists around, that more authentic art demonstrations were not present.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food! Well, the drink! Starting off, I really enjoyed the Almond Horchata. It didn't taste any different from a dairy horchata, and my tummy was okay after! Love the cinnamon flavor. I love biting into things and opted for a burrito because of that. Specifically, the Grass-Fed Carne Asada burrito. Was it good? Yes. Did it need some extra heat? Yes, but there's hot sauce available for that! Did it unexpectedly spill out from the bottom? ...Yes. It could be a user error skill issue that caused the contents of my barely-eaten burrito to cascade onto my plate, but at least it didn't land on the table! I made do with a fork. read more

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The shrimp burrito and tacos are delicious. Very flavorful and fresh. It's a little expensive but hey it's Glendale so I understand. High quality and very tasty. Service is good. read more

Stopped by randomly and was thoroughly impressed! Grass fed asada and pasture raised chicken was a nice surprise. Food was excellent and good service too. We will be back! read more

Cocina Cilantro - Grass fed Grass-Fed Carne Asada Taco - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

This place has delicious, fresh food at a fair price. I ordered a carne asada bowl for under $10 and can definitely say that it was filling. I also enjoyed their almond horchata, especially since it was non-dairy without sacrificing flavor. The restaurant itself is more of a fast food vibe and it's small but very clean. The best part was the service as all team members were very friendly despite it being near closing time when I arrived. From burritos, to tacos, to bowls, and aguas frescas, this is the place for affordable, clean, fresh fast food. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Grass-Fed Carne Asada Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

SO, SO GOOD!!! I can't recommend this place enough. The food is fresh, delicious, fantastically generous portions, well-priced, and the service is above and beyond. I seriously can't pick a favorite thing about it. I know this sounds like a sponsored or bot post but I am just so obsessed with this place I can't give it enough praise. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is decorated so cute and the owner is SO kind.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The entire menu hits so different in the best way. Wish I had pics of the burritos or tortas to post but I usually get this salad. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Kale quinoa salad - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

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I was walking down Brand in Glendale by Fed Ex where I dropped off a pkg. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Cocina Cilantro's door was open and there was an amazing aroma Coming onto the street.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had to go in and try it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The smells are equal to a Latin kitchen with amazing smells coming thru like a home cook.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got it to go and. CHose the vegetarian burrito enchilada style with cheese and green sauce over the top. With tortilla chips with cheese too. A little quacomole and sour cream with mild green sauce. It wasvsooooo good! Black beans, rice, mushrooms and zucchini! Finely chopped and the flavor was incredible. They have bowls and salads and tacos too. I will be going back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also has cute dining room and atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Love the Hibiscus iced tea! Not too sweet! read more

Warning ‼ come here really hungry or ready to share a meal because the portions are ginormous. The places is amazing well decorated. The staff is great and welcoming and the food is 10 out of 10. Everyone was so helpful to help pick an item as a first time guest. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Huge Carna Sada burrito - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

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huge portion & super filling! food was decent, definitely had tastier burritos but i'm still super satisfied w the amount of food two things i didn't love -the burrito was very rice heavy, which isn't the worst thing in the world but the rice was undercooked so it was chewy and weird! -[[HIGHLIGHT]]the decor inside is ai generated art which is a huge turnoff for me,, & also very ugly[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

5/5 for their food, service, and location. D'awwe, what a great place my co-worker and I stumbled upon. Both of us have walked past this place each week and we're glad we finally stopped by to try it. It's a small business, so def support it if you are in the area! Food: My co-worker ordered the chicken burrito and I ordered the chicken bowl, chips & guac, and a horchata. Mmmmm, the meal was overall light and filling! The ingredients tasted fresh compared to other mexican restaurants, which I loved. Service: When we ordered, there was only 1 woman working the register and prepping the food. I believe she owns the restaurant, so definitely be patient with her! She's the nicest, sweetest person. Location: It's close to Porto's, a coffee shop, and a juice area. Great place to go if you want lunch. This is a place i'm definitely putting on my list of places to go again for lunch! read more

The huge vegetarian burrito is exactly what I needed after a long work trip. It was SOOO good!! I added guacamole and fries inside too which I highly recommend. Their green and red housemade salsas were also super good. Fresh ingredients, perfectly cooked and seasoned veggies, and great portion of beans. The owner lady was very sweet. Very cute inside. If you're considering eating here, just do it! read more

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First time visiting, and it won't be my last! I stopped by in the evening to grab dinner and ordered the grass-fed carne asada bowl. It did not disappoint! The ingredients were fresh and packed with flavor. The portions were very generous, and the food came out quickly. On top of that, the staff was super friendly. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Grass-Fed Carne Asada Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

Cute little place with delicious food, the lady that took our order was nice and attentive. We'll try again definitely! read more

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Cocina Cilantro is a modern restaurant with friendly staff that serve delicious Mexican entrees. I tried their asada burrito which was generous size with more protein than similar types of restaurants. Their side salsas (must try them all) definitely did not disappoint either and had variety of "spice" levels. With competitive pricing, delicious food and a clean modern space, Cocina is my new go to in Glendale. Definitely suggest trying it out if you're considering. read more

Man I love this place. Been coming here for years and it is always 10/10. The prices are amazing, about $10 for a bowl with steak and guacamole!! Food is fresh and delicious every time. And the staff always makes you feel like you're their friend. Cannot understate how great Cilantro is. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Grass-Fed Carne Asada Bowl that I smothered in Salsa Roja (Red) - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

Carne asada burrito was horrible. I asked for no rice and the entire burritos were all rice. I can't believe a place like this exists that is charging so much for their burritos in Glendale where there are so many good Mexican restaurants. read more

Cocina Cilantro - All the rice that I tried to remove from the burrito. - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

What a great spot I'm surprised it's not crowded, the tacos were amazing and the ceviche all very fresh, indoor and outdoor seating great to hangout or a date for lunch. I will definitely be back and the prices are very reasonable for such great food and service. It was so good I couldn't wait to eat so no photos this time read more

Cocina Cilantro - Outdoor seating - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

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I heard a lot about their food quality,and I never got a chance to try it. Today I got a chance to try their Carne asada bowl and salad. I was amazed with the quality and taste. They're so friendly. Definitely will be back. read more

Amazing service, very welcoming. Never had a bad experience, I return frequently and enjoy it everytime

Simple menu not too many to choose from but very good tasting tacos. 1 grass fed taco carne 1 vegan chorrizo taco and the limeade drink ALL THE ABOVE were good i will go back for the burritos and bowls. Parking metered but it all depends on day but that day was easy. Service and cleanliness A+ read more

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The place was empty on our visit, that should have been a sign. The ceviche too salty. The shrimp taco is bland. The carnitas and asada tacos were OK but not worth $4 each. The soy chorizo was meh. I wished I liked the food because I'm in the area often but I'll have to grab my tacos elsewhere. read more

If I ever seen a hidden gem, it's this The food is so fresh. They don't rely on sour cream or cheeses for flavor and instead achieve a great taste with fresh ingredients. I got the chicken bowl twice and it was great and gratifying both times. One of the few places in the area with vegan options. read more

The food was really yummy, would just need more spices for my taste. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Calm location with nice vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great service:) read more

Cocina Cilantro - Mexi-Cali 12" Pizza - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

Asada burrito, grass fed staff extremely kind. Delicious, and worth the visit you won't be disappointed. read more

Cocina Cilantro - Asada burrito, grass fed - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, California

Surprisingly fresh and quick. Nice break from the chain spots to enjoy some fusion Mexican food.

Pros Shrimp taco is incredible Great carne asada taco Fair prices Clean Kind staff Cons Chicken taco wasn't good Stingy about cutlery Added carne asada to fries and it was skimped for the price I would definitely return. read more

A lot of people seem to be comparing this place to Chipotle... maybe bc the bowl kind of looks like a Chipotle bowl? Anyways, I think that's an unfair comparison since Chipotle is a customize-your-own-burrito/bowl/taco/etc. type of place, while Cocina Cilantro is your pre-set burrito, bowl, taco, etc. With that clarification aside, this place is pretty good. The portions aren't the largest, but they are just right. the price point is also relatively moderate--not expensive, and not cheap. I got the carnitas bowl and a side of salsa/chips. The carnitas were tasty in my opinion. I ate all of it and was left with just enough room to go find myself some dessert. :) (Also, note: if you are comparing to Chipotle for quantity and price, the bowls at this place are shallow and are basically like a plate, rather than a bowl. The pics from top-view can be a little misleading about the quantity. lol) read more

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