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    Koko's

    4.4 (200 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    KOKO'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Mole enchiladas

    Everything was delicious and cooked to perfection. Plantanitos, tamarind habanero shrimp, Mexican corn, mole enchiladas, flan, drinks and much more. We will definitely be back again and again. Amazing service as well.

    Mayuri A.

    Koko's was a fun surprise. We were lucky to get a table on a Saturday night. When we walked in, we had to wait a bit to get our table but the wort wasn't that bad. Overall, the place gave a nightclubs vibe cz it was loud and they were playing loud party music. We expected the place to be more a cozy restaurant. The ambience was nice, very upscale and very Mexico. Our server was extremely sweet and friendly. We ordered the mezcal old fashioned and the Catskills for our drinks and both were really good. For our apps, we ordered the Mexican street corn. It was good, but not super great! We then ordered some portobello tacos and some carne en morita. The mortina had a strong flavor of one spice but was overall delicious. The tacos were great too. I will definitely be back!

    Holiday decors
    Marielle J.

    I had my bday brunch here with my colleagues and it was a great time! My colleague did a reservation over the phone and said they needed her card on file for incidentals. If the whole party didn't show, we would be charged $20 per person. Their OpenTable platform said this counts if it's 10+ ppl for the $20 charge so it was a little confusing since my party was less than 10. Other than that, we were not charged so it was great! The ambience is SO pretty! They had the Christmas decors up to with huge nutcrackers and Santa's sleigh! The chips were fresh and were hot which was nice! Salsa was good and the shrimp ceviche as a starter was a delight! I got the carajillo coffee which was outstanding! And the huevos rancheros, the spice was just right. They have a breakfast menu!!! And pretty cocktails!!! I'd come back again! My colleagues had a marvelous time!

    Poblano cashew enchiladas - IG @bougiefoodieboi
    Kyle W.

    A nice Mexican restaurant in Capitol Hill. I went here for Sunday dinner and it was not busy, but reservations are suggested. The decor here is pretty colorful and ornate. We sat near the bar high top and ordered Mexican corn and poblano cashew enchilada with carnitas. Both dishes were enough for 2 people to share. The Mexican corn is fairly standard, with cotija and some chips to supplement the dish. Portions were quite decent and the corn was fairly good. The cheese is nicely melted for that nice long cheese pull. The poblano cashew enchiladas were very delicious. After all, people say that's the dish that makes them stand out. There are 3 pieces of enchiladas with a generous amount of carnitas. There's also some pickled onions and other fixings to enhance the dish. The sauce was rich yet not too heavy. Service was really good. They checked up on us once in a while and ensured prompt water refills. The whole experience from the food to the decor to the service, is top notch and worth the above average price tag.

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    Timothy H.

    A great Mexican restaurant to try! I highly recommend going during their happy hour. Their regular hour is modestly pricey, however, during happy hour they got some good deals! I had their carnitas tacos and it was pretty good. The meat was prepared nicely and the tortilla was freshly made. The sauces that came with it was tasty as well. I also had their platanitos and they were pretty good as well! The service was good. The host was nice and helpful, and answered any questions I had. The food didn't take that long to make as well. The ambiance was good! It was nicely organized and decorated. There are plenty of seatings as well.

    Carnitas Benedict $20 (rating: 3/5)
    Lydia L.

    TLDR: the price tag is an accurate reflection of the appearance (decor & plating), but not an accurate representation of the food quality or the service. We saw raving reviews of this restaurant so stopped by for some good Mexican food with good ambiance. Service was fast but our waiter very much carried a vibe of "I hate my job". Bathroom was downstairs behind a long flight of stairs, so beware if you need accessible accommodation. When looking at the menu we were immediately shocked by the price - a guacamole w/ chips appetizer is $18. We wondered if it came in humungous portion to justify the insane price, until we saw it on our neighbor table - it was moderate amount at the most. Would probably cost $5 to make at home, and cost $12 at any other restaurants. We got a Koko's burrito and a carnitas Benedict. The food was overall fine, but wow the portion was tiny. I finished my $20 carnitas Benedict 5 minutes after it was served, bc they were literally bite-sized (see photos). Also, there were multiple eggshell pieces in the Benedict... Our waiter never returned to refill our water, and they had the audacity to set the default tipping options on the payment device to 22%, 25%, or higher...

    Chips and salsa
    Skyler H.

    The food and service here is impeccable!! We had the absolute best time. Best restaurant quesadilla I have ever had, crispy and on a delicious blue corn tortilla. The homemade chips and salsa were some of the best I've ever had. Their alcoholic beverages are delicious, strong and well presented. We loved the decor and lighting in the restaurant. It was Christmas themed at the time and was so much fun.

    POBLANO CASHEW ENCHILADAS
    Ryan K.

    had a great experience here! the cashew poblano enchiladas had a very unique flavor profile that i quite enjoyed and the steak in it was well cooked. i think a real highlight of this spot is its ambiance and service, such an upscale interior with nice servers. in my opinion, the food to portion ratio was reasonable for some items like the burrito, but for others it definitely waned more pricey than i personally would like, but overall, i think the presentation of the food and drinks was incredible and everything i had was quite tasty. drinks-wise, i had a mango mocktail off the N/A menu which was excellent, if a touch tart, and a mexican coke, classic, but of course the real highlight is their margaritas and cocktails. overall: 8.75/10 taste: 9/10 price: 8/10 experience: 9/10

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    Winnie W.

    Wait Time: We had a reservation for 15 people on a Wednesday night for a birthday dinner. We arrived a few minutes early but were asked to wait outside even though our table was clearly ready. When we asked if a few of us could grab a drink at the bar while waiting, the host said no, which was disappointing. Ambiance: The space is super cute--chic, trendy, and definitely gives off Mexico resort vibes. It's a great spot for photos and group gatherings, but I wish the overall experience matched the aesthetic. Food: The ahi tuna tostadas and chicken tortilla soup were delicious, but our steak and fish tacos arrived cold. It took a long time for food to come out, and the tacos didn't taste as fresh as we hoped. On the plus side, the cocktails were great--just slow to arrive. Customer Service: Service was very slow throughout the night. The server mixed up my fish tacos with a friend's shrimp tacos, which could have been dangerous since I'm allergic to shrimp. Thankfully, I caught the mistake in time. Overall, the service didn't live up to the expectations set by the vibe, especially with the pricing.

    AHI TUNA TOSTADAS (GF)
    Alex B.

    We found koko's because my wife is on a never ending hunt for dope al pastor tacos and i saw this place had a high rating. The Yumz: Al Pastor Tuna Tacos - 5 star Elote - 5 star Pablano Cashew Enchiladas - 5 star Churros - 5 star Tuna Tostadas - 4 star Frida - Cuteness is 5 star but taste is 3 star The Backstory: How we selected Koko's I prewarned her, "Their al pastor are tuna based". She goes "lets look for something else" But i wanted to go. So i pulled up two other places that were probably border line condemned by the heath inspector. #strategy She goes "lets try Koko's". We got lucky with parking. Didn't have a reservation and got lucky there too because the place was full, tunes were flowing, people looked nicely dressed (chic but not over the top), and the place itself was cute AF (thanks for actually putting thought into the flow and ambiance of your restaurant) Our server was fantastic too (with the recommendations and personality). Just an all around awesome meal. We've been back 3x since. Shes also had several girl nights here with latin friends from miami who give it their stamp of approval. Its a vibe. Go immediately. Oh and if your credit card is linked to a mileage program you get airline miles on your dine too.

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    Karla B.

    Everything was 5/5. My gosh. This might be one of the best Mexican restaurants I've been to. The chips were fried fresh and paired perfectly with the salsa. The enchiladas were absolutely perfect. The sauce was different than most - full of different flavors that all complimented each other great. My family loved their carne asada plate. I didn't try it but it looked so tasty. The margaritas + mojito were also so delicious! I loved the flan. It's thicker than most, but not super sweet. The churros were also thick and came out pretty hot. The churros dipped into the chocolate sauce was a great end to our dinner. This restaurant is a little pricey but perfect for special occasions.

    Nachos, CARNITAS TACOS (GF), and something else I can't remember
    Nichole C.

    Found this gem one night strolling through cap hill and OMG WOW they have an amazing late night happy hour, incredible decor and atmosphere (felt like we were in a different city!), and our waiter who was also the bartender was incredible!! So kind and friendly. Not to mention, the food is delicious as are their cocktails!

    Melissa F.

    This place is great. It was decorated for dia de los muertos and is really cool on the inside. I sat at the Paloma which was amazing. My friend had a jalapeño margarita and she loved it. I also had the sashimi appetizer which was great. I highly recommend and would return

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    Koko's was a hidden gem. The brunch was delicious with my eggs cooked perfectly and the drinks were delicious. Super cute spot.

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    Food and drinks are delicious!! Best tequila bar we've been to so far. Definitely worth checking out!

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    Love the fried great! The drinks so dang good. All the team it was friendly and very held to pick my order

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    Amazing food, service and ambiance. Can't wait to go back. Rolls were delicious and fish tasted fresh.

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    Love their drinks and the Mexican pokibowl. Really want to come back and try their happy hour menu

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    Yummy food, yummy drinks, nice staff and flexible if you have allergies. A favorite for sure!

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    Great food, great modern vibe. Service was particularly excellent! Try the plantains to start. Cool craft cocktails.

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