We love the empanadas delicious staff very friendly and nice great service nice place we will go back for sure we highly recommend.

WOW! Came here on a last minute whim and this spot was a pleasant surprise! Everything we tried was so dang good, this was truly left us satisfied to the fullest. Got empanadas (chicken, beef, cheese) and the Chef Bowl with steak. With our order they gave us complimentary chips and two sauces - red salsa and a green sauce, which is nice and generous nowadays when dining in. Empanadas definitely taste homemade, the pastries were nice and flaky and they did not skimp on the filling. I wanted a little bit of everything so the Chef's Bowl hit! The steak was super tender and seasoned well and the rice was very tasty (I'm a rice person). My husband loved their beans too. The eatery is clean, spacious, and there are pads for easy ordering. For what you get, pricing is great. Staff was friendly too, we got there towards closing and they did not rush us out while we eating, even after their closing time. Yeah, after writing this review and remembering how good the food is, I'm definitely going back to pick up an order this weekend! Highly recommend to all to try this place out! read more

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I really wanted to enjoy our experience here, but the food overall is making this place less recommendable. I read the recent reviews and some of them stated food with lack of flavor or issues with carry out. My friend and I ordered the elote, birria tacos, pupusas and empanadas. Elote was cold and you could tell by the butter and cheese not melted. The pupusas and empanadas were good, but considering the price probably not worth it. The birria tacos were really thin. The consume broth lacked flavor and there was a lil cup of it. I really like their big sister restaurant Taqueria Habanero for their authentic flavors and quality of food. With the portion size and flavors, I can't justify the price here. read more

Cocineros - Birria tacos - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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Excellent food and service. We had the guacamole, hibiscus agua fresca assorted pupusas and assorted tacos. Pupusas were delicious: tender and stuffed full of each filling. Guacamole was excellent with what seemed to be two homemade salsas. Hibiscus agua fresca was very good. Tacos (all on corn tortillas) were mostly excellent: the fish and al pastor were fantastic. The chicken taco was fine, but not as great as everything else. Service was friendly and efficient. We will definitely be back. read more

Cocineros is now open! Sister restaurant to Taqueria Habanero and Comedor y Pupuseria San Alejo. We'd been to TH in College Park before and loved it, so we were excited to see this place come into the neighborhood. First off, parking is super easy as it shares a parking lot with Giant. The inside is fun and vibrant. They've got areas to sit for 2-4 people, as well as two larger tables if you come with a large group. The menu has a lot of different options, so if you're are coming with that large group there will definitely be something that appeals to everyone. We decided upon the seafood chef bowl, the carne asada (side of plantains and yuca), then I had to try out the locoro & cheese pupusa, the rice pudding, and the hibiscus drink. Everything was a knock out! The seafood chef's bowl was laid out beautifully with both shrimp and grilled octopus which were both cooked to perfection. The carne asada was perfectly cooked too, just melting as you cut into it. I love a good side of plantains and these made so well. I'd never tried a locoro pupusa before, but I'm a fan. The aromatic flower gives such a unique and tasty flavor to the food. Try it out if you've never had one! Finished off the meal with rice pudding, which was delicious with the cinnamon and raisins but not overly sweet. All washed down with an excellent hibiscus drink - they've got orange juice as well as horchata too - and they're applying to get their liquor license. Excellent food, super friendly staff, great location. Make the trip out here and give them a go! read more

Cocineros - Seafood Chef Bowl (It looked too good and I took a bite before this photo, haha) - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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The empanadas were delicious I got beef, chicken and spinach one, please be advised the spinach one comes with mushrooms I didn't know this at the time of ordering (but it was sooo delicious). Also got plátanos con crema and an agua de jamaica (yum) Only complaint is that the empanadas are a bit small for how much they are charging read more

Quality food and service authentic Latin Cuisine. And the margarita is awesome and on the happy hour menu. Will come back!!

Omg!! The food here was so good we literally went here twice in one night! I was introduced to Cocineros by my family in the area, this is the area I grew up in and soo much has changed but one thing I am happy about is the flourish of new restaurants to try! If you're ever in the DC/MD area stop in for the birria tacos, sorry no photos this time but I'll try to remember when I go back! I really over indulged!! I honestly have to find a birria taco place here in RVA all suggestions are welcomed, now I'm abducted!! read more

Right across East West Highway from Prince George's Plaza shopping mall, in the same parking lot with the Giant grocery store, sits a gem of a restaurant that is hidden in plain sight... and it's called Cocineros (Cooks, in Spanish). Hidden because, until, some friends brought us some take-out from this place, it seemed invisible to me, set as it is in a little strip mall and bearing a name I didn't recognize. So, having had their outstanding vegan Spinach/Mushroom Empanadas (don't die before you eat one) as takeout, I decided to have a meal in person, and, boy, am I a cheerleader for this place now! Yes, the atmo is cafeteria-like... Yes, the coffee is pre-sweetened and spiced with cinnamon (might be a plus for some!)... Yes, they serve their gorgeous salads without salad dressing... but LOOK AT THIS FAJITA PLATTER! I ate for three days from this mound-o-meat and still couldn't finish it! Not only that, but the Sautéed Vegetables side dish will knock your socks off: fresh spinach, zucchini, corn straight off of the cob, and lots of other lovely things... and they do a mean Mexican Street Corn as well. This pan-Latinx eatery is way higher quality than its fast-food veneer suggests. They could charge twice as much for their food in a white-tablecloth restaurant, and no one would bat an eye! So, next time you're shopping at Giant and feel a little peckish, pop in for an Empanada. You'll be glad you did! https://www.cocinerosmd.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=wix_google_business_profile&utm_campaign=7121268525619850835 read more

Cocineros - Sautéed Mixed Vegetables side dish sharing a platter with a side salad. - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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Good food, good staff we sat down in the bar service was wonderful mario our bartender gave us a good service talking about the restaurant and what do they do we had some Pinas colada and they were wonderful as well as food torta Cubana was big and tasty and we order enchiladas home made tortilla made it more at home will come back soon again read more

I don't remember exactly how many times we've had it in the past month, but since the first visit, my wife and I practically became regulars! Service is great every single time, whether dining in or taking out. The restaurant itself is consistently clean so we've enjoyed dining in in a few times. Most importantly, the food is so tasty and fresh! The pictures here don't do it justice. The go-to has been their Chef Bowls, and I've had both their chicken and steak ones. Everything they include in the platter satisfies my palate in different ways, especially the protein itself, the rice, the beans, and the dollop of fresh guac. I've also tried one of their pupusas, some of their tacos, their agua fresca de Jamaica, and their tres leches cake. ALL delicious! Definitely grateful we found this place, and already looking forward to the next visit. read more

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Pleasantly surprised, goodnwas fresh well.seasoned and tadted exceptionally well. Beef tacos and rice and pinto beans were pretty good. Would have liked a tad bit mor seasoning innthe beans, but will definitely.return when Im at PG Plaza. read more

Everything was delicious! We had chicken and jalapeño pupusas, pork pupusas, and birria tacos. This is the best birria I've had in the area -- definitely dethroned Little Miner Tacos for me. read more

Stopped in for lunch and I'm glad I did!! Immediately the staff was quick to offer a menu and recommendations. I ordered the Steak, Pastor and Tinga tacos with plantains and for a drink I got the Hibiscus juice. Everything was so delicious! The staff and owner were super friendly and I'll definitely be back. read more

Cocineros - Steak taco, pastor taco and tinga taco with plantains - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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Don't eat here!!!!! I opened up my box of pupusas to find the salsa and lettuce pushed down onto my food for some reason!!!! They ruined it and refuse to fix it, I would recommend only if you want to be disappointed. Look at this garbage Any real Hispanic community would know to Atleast separate the pupusas and not push down on the food. Trash. read more

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Clean location next to Giant. I've been obsessing over empanadas lately and was in the area. Found Cocineros on Yelp. I ordered chicken and beef empanadas. They both lacked flavor. Neither were crispy and the beef one was popping open. The chicken had more spice but not much. Honestly the green sauce provided had more flavor than the empanada itself. I also ordered their hibiscus tea for $4 + I expected a nice punch but it was bland. I'm pretty disappointed and probably won't be back which is a bummer because I'm always nearby. read more

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el restaurant cocineros es lo mejor de lo mejor en hyattsville, exiqusita comida, un lugar limpio y agradable y buena atencion, algunas veces por el mismo dueño. este restauran es el unico que yo sepa que trabaja ayudando la comunidad. yo lo recomiendo. cocineros restaurant is the best of the best in hyattsville, exquisite food, a clean and pleasant place and good service, sometimes by the same owner. this restaurant is the only one that i know of that works to help the community. i recommend it. read more

Great lunch at Cocineros. Loved the tacos and empanadas. Service was great too. Glad we found you.

Update!! I've been back multiple times, and they have a rewards program!!! The empanadas are great, I didn't like the Hawaiian one though, if you like pineapple go ahead and try. The chicken quesadilla is pretty good, I like that they offer it on a corn tortilla which isn't common. Keep up the great work Cocineros! read more

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I've been here twice, everything never fails it's so good. Especially the passion fruit / Jamaica mojito my favv. I recommend you come and check this place out you won't regret it. read more

Food was fresh and delicious! I had tostones and a shrimp quesadilla they were perfect read more

Cocineros - Food was delicious!!! I highly recommend - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Hands down on of THEEE best latin american restauarants in Maryland. I love the customer service and prompt attention. Food is made to order so it's always hot and fresh. I usually order the fajita tacos which are amazing! I tried the steak quesadilla for the first time and it did not disappoint! If I could eat here every day, I would. Only thing I wish is that more sauce was offered and that there's a cost for sour cream. I have never had a bad experience. Try it, you'll love it! read more

Los segunda vez y la comida está súper rica el lugar súper limpio y el mesero súper amable read more

The best place to eat empanadas and fajitas, which are my favorites from the menu. The staff are great and Carlos offers the best customer service. If you are near PG Plaza, don't waste your time at the food court in the mall, go across the street for a much better experience, you deserve it. read more

An amazing experience all the way round! Cocineros is a treat for anyone visiting, with fresh food and excellent service. Since it's opening we were curious to visit, just to see what it was all about. Their menu blew us away with the selections and options when we first ordered. Each order we've put in has always been correct and promptly on time. Granted the prices can add up, but you are receiving quality, fresh, well-presented food. If anything, we'd recommend the tacos or quesadillas, empanadas and pupusas especially. To finish it all off, a helping of tres leches cake! Thank you Cocineros, we look forward to making return visits. Each with an interest for "what's new!" read more

Cocineros has an amazing array of Latin American food. Come here if you are craving, pupusas, tacos, quesadillas, empanadas or if you simply want a healthy bowl or yummy carne asada. If you love taqueria habanero this place will hit the spot and you won't have to drive far! read more

ive quite literally never had such a good burrito. i got the beef and it was crispy and yet tender and not greasy or oily. it was amazing. if you're out here you have to go cocineros!!! service was super quick and they were so nice! totally recommend. also the tres leches blew my mind im dead on the ground read more

I went today for the first time and it will be my last one unfortunately.. my husband and I got pork with cheese pupusas expecting for them to be good since we love pupusas and grew eating them, but they weren't at all, they were flavorless, the corn flour was undercooked, and I couldn't taste the pork , I didn't finish them at all . We also got salchipapas , which it wasn't that bad , still not the best but better than pupusas, I hope they improve the taste of it . On the other hand the service was fast and the self ordering system was cool ,the place looked clean overall. read more

Excellent food- fresh, homemade and authentic. And friendly, wonderful people behind the counter.

I'm so glad I tried this place!! Everything tasted fresh. The steak was tender and flavorful. I ordered online and received a text when my order was ready. I went in and out quickly. Definitely coming back! read more

Cocineros - Steak Bowl - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

It's delicious and quality food, little pricey for the portions you get. I think it's a little small for somethings but honestly a delicious, honest and homey food read more

Another great restaurant from the people behind Taqueria Habanero. Very friendly staff. I tried their beans, pork, and chicken papusas and they were all amazing. Definitely going back. read more

Decided to check out a new place with my family & I'm glad I did. The restaurant is pretty nice with the wall design & mini cactus plants on the tables. Also, the customer service was great as well. Everyone was very helpful & friendly. I ordered the tacos de birria & they were really good! One of the best I've had. The jugo de Jamaica was also very refreshing. I will definitely come back to try other things. I do recommend the birria tacos read more

Cocineros - Jugo de jamaica - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

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Best chicken bowl I've had!!! Definitely recommend! I am coming here more often to try other foods. read more

Cocineros - Chicken Bowl - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland

Hibiscus juice. Omg!!! The staff is friendly. The food is delicious. Best Latin American food in Hyattsville MD!!! Thank you again.

Ordered steak nachos and they were really good! The food was well seasoned, reasonably priced, and a good portion. The owners & employees were also really kind. read more

Wow - quite fresh and delicious. Great flavors and big portions. I got the veggie bowl and a veggie Pupusa. Both were excellent. Beats chipotle by a mile. read more

This is a hidden gem. The food is fresh, made to order, and authentic! I was visiting a family member in the area and we didn't want traditional chain restaurant or bar food, so we gave Cocineros a try! So happy we did. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back. The empanadas are amazing!!! I mean everything we had was amazing. I would give them 10 stars if I could!! read more

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literally so disappointed, i love this place and always get the nachos because they are normally good, but this time it's like they just through stuff over everything, im more annoyed that the cheese wasn't covering the chips and it's not completely melted how it normally is. i understand all restaurants normally have their bad days, but this is gonna make me start cutting back from here. i even more irritated that i tipped too. they normally always have good service tho, which is why i'm not giving a one star. but this unacceptable , i can make a better nachos than this. read more

Wow, is this place really good, or what. The menu has many options and we've tried most of them, all delicious. We especially enjoy the tacos and enchiladas with rice and beans. Yum! The on-line ordering app works great and the service is friendly and professional. We give Cocineros our highest possible recommendation. read more

Cocineros - Take out enchiladas with rice&beans and a side of guacamole. Yum times ten! - Latin American Near Me - Hyattsville, Maryland