Try the breakfast burrito with Pastor! The flavor is AMAZING and so tasty it's my favorite. I've heard the fish tacos are good so I will try those next time I visit! Dining in or getting it to go the food is fresh and tasty! read more

Small establishment but great food and the people were kind and friendly. We ordered the Breakfast burrito, Carnitas burrito, and the enchiladas with chips and salsa on the side. read more

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Tried ordering ahead today by calling. No one answered. Tried calling 3 times over 10 minutes. I figured maybe they were super busy so decided to just go order in person and wait. I was the only one there. When i ordered the regular burrito i saw a sign that they now include lettuce, tomato, and sour cream in it which i am not a fan of. I like my burritos simple so i asked them to leave it out. They left it out but the burrito i got was much smaller than i remember them being. I realized they are probably including that stuff in the regular burrito so they can put less meat, beans etc. kinda disappointed and not sure if ill come back. read more

This place has always been the best in Chico IMHO. Chorizo breakfast burrito in the morning and cheese enchiladas in the afternoon.

Used to absolutely adore this place, but they recently started to add whole beans instead of refried, (even when we ASKED for them because we knew about the menu change of "whole beans only". But WHY? Oh they said it was "healthier" does anyone actually care to suffer while beans? It reminded me of the burritos on the Grateful Dead lot in Oakland made by white hippie kids back in the 90's ) Anyways, We always ask for "no lettuce" but they either didn't listen, or care that we've been coming in there for years, ordering *exactly the same things, every time*, and we're watching the super/supreme veggie go down hill. I wasn't even sure if there was slices of avocado in there which used to be a HUGE reason for use to go there? They used to be like a slight combination of high end homemade, and excellent drop-in Mexican, but it's just not the same, and that's been only a few months since they started this whole beans nonsense, without substitution, I guess. It also tasted kind of soppy wet, and bland inside, rather than added avocado and sour cream, pico de gallo, etc. Mayne this was caused by the gross yellow lettuce that took over the flavor of the entire burrito. I will give the enchiladas another try, but I'm not going in for another veggie super again. It was seriously just horrid. Sorry it's so rough on the rating, but we used to count on them to be one of the best in town, they cared, and they always got it right. -We have digestive stuff going on, and have certain food aversion, so it's a deal breaker, we seriously loved them, and wanted to continue to support them but it's just yucky now in the burrito department. My dude got his with pastor and he says it was "just ok", and he also dislikes the whole beans. We WILL go back for the enchiladas, hoping for quality continuity. I also have to agree that the chips are dry and lack luster as other reviews. We will probs depend on Gordo, also nearby, more often now. Sorry. We'd for sure go back if things improved. Service is ALWAYS EXELLENT here, by the way read more

La Cocina Economica - Very small (used to be pleasantly plump) "super" veggie burrito - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California

We picked up food from this place a few days ago. The service was great and our order was received exactly as ordered. The beef taquitos were barely edible. The beef was cooked/fried beyond done and had some chewy fat in it. The rice & beans were good, as well as the chips & salsa. My husband had a pork burrito and said it was good. Not sure I'd recommend this place to anyone. read more

Average food. Unfriendly staff. Was definitely hoping for a better experience. Gave it a chance after not having been here in quite some time. read more

I have been here three time this week and gee wiz! It's amazing!!! Amazing tri tip tacos. delish carnitas burrito (although maybe too much rice but that's alright!) chips and guac are SUPERB! The limes are pretty dry but maybe the season. Service is great and it always comes out super fast! Cute decorations and i love the easter vibe! Can't wait to dive into my left overs with a big grin on my face! read more

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Simple, quick and delicious Mexican food. I got the tri-tip taco plate (order of 3). Everyone loved it. We will stop by again, next time we are in Chico. read more

You just can't beat a breakfast burrito from La Cocina, they are the best!! They are perfectly sized, full of flavor, and can be customized so many ways to fit any preference. A perfect balance of authentic and convenient. read more

One of our fav in Chico! This place is one of our family's go-to Mexican restaurants! We usually order takeout, because their seating area is on the smaller size! When we order takeout, they are quick and the prices are affordable! The food is always great! I usually order their chicken enchiladas plate with rice and beans and usually don't stray far from that! read more

The staff was so kind and accommodating to my kids and the simple bean and cheese burrito they wanted. Carne asade tots was amazing, yes please! Delicious! read more

Best chicken enchilada plate in chico. I'm not a guy who writes reviews normally but I go here specifically for this. read more

La Cocina Economica - I got a chicken enchilada plate with rice and beans (with extra cheese) and the lady in the front threw in an extra churro for me! - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California

Good was amazing, the dining experience was great, and all the workers were very nice. I would 10/10 recommend. Pollo asada burrito was really good too read more

Best place in town! They always get the order right and it always hits the spot. The burritos are the best!

Great breakfast burritos! Very affordable and great quality food. Always a good meal for a good price would recommend.

After a bit of research, I ordered a taco bar for a party I hosted. The food was delicious, they had the best pricing of all the restaurants I contacted, and everything was ready at the time promised. Would definitely order from them again. read more

An authentic hole in the wall taqueria. They were busy, but there was no line around 2pm on a Saturday. I stopped by to pick up a few tacos for a late lunch, and tried: -Regular Tacos (Carne Asada/Carnitas/Grilled Tri Tip w/Onion, Cilantro, Cheese, Salsa, $1.60/ea + $0.50 Supreme w/Sour Cream & Avocado, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=rLZ7paF7l8MOXwZlkCmXfQ&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): My favorite was definitely the tri tip, which was tender and flavorful. The carne asada and carnitas were also good, but a little too salty for me. However, the spicy salsa helped to dial down the saltiness, and I think those meats would work better in a burrito. Sadly, they were out of avocados that day, and I ended up paying extra just for the sour cream. I would definitely come back for their tri trip, and opt for a tri trip burrito the next time around. They also sell breakfast burritos all day, and I would be tempted to get a sausage breakfast burrito. There are plenty of tables inside if you'd rather dine in, and they make your food quickly. They don't have a parking lot, so street parking only. read more

La Cocina Economica - Regular Tacos (Carne Asada/Carnitas/Grilled Tri Tip w/Onion, Cilantro, Cheese, Salsa, $1.60/ea + $0.50 w/Sour Cream & Avocado). Tri tip=yum! - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California

I live right down the street so I come here all the time, they have the best chile relleno in Chico imho. The breakfast burrito also really good. Nice casual atmosphere and friendly people read more

Nice lady running the front desk, good prices but food was not good. Al pastor burrito, the meat was hammered. Overall burrito was dry Chips were hard as rock Wouldn't try again read more

Birthday lunch for a friend today, her choice. Her Baja fish tacos were extra crispy. My nachos with carne asada was good, but the meat could have been chopped up better and they use nacho cheese sauce vs shredded cheese. There's a difference. The only sugar free drink they offer is water. No diet sodas or unsweetened ice tea available? read more

We ordered tacos - 1 had the taco plate. The rice and beans were fresh and authentic. The shrimp taco was delicious and had fresh avocado on it. The fish taco was good white fish without all the breading to mask flavor. The sauce on the spicy fish taco was perfect which translates to too hot for spice haters and mild to those who love heat. I loved it. Seating is spaced for COVID and clean - nothing fancy. A good place to eat. read more

There must be some special menu items I'm unaware of, because the burritos are neither that good, nor that economical. Be prepared for curtness if you order in the to-go-only last 45 mins they're open. read more

The best street tacos and nachos in town! This is the place! Yummy food. Great vibe. We go here for dinner weekly and it's always so good! Love their menu and free "is this your name?"taco of the week. Pick my name! read more

Never disappoints, so delicious I had chili relleno Baja Fish Tacosand Baja fish taco read more

Food is good but I'm done going here because they refuse to give you free water, which btw is a federal law and the most basic human right. I hope it's worth it because you would need to sell 22.5 water bottles to compensate for each time I don't come in there. That's twice a month with $9 spent each, 9x2x12/.4 = 540 water bottles just comp me a year. My message to the manager is that it is not worth trying to nickel and dime people for the small things because opportunity cost and brand damage can be far greater than a $.4 water. Statistically, About two out of every 10 customers share when they're extremely satisfied, with one person and about 9 out of 10 customers when they're are extremely dissatisfied, share with three people. You're welcome for the FREE business advice which I am giving while I am at aca taco drinking free water. read more

If you are craving pozole over the weekend look no further. Their pozole is back in season and is definitely on point. Amazing!!

The girls at the register here are unfriendly not rude but just the kind of service you get from someone who hates their job lol. It goes hand in hand with the crappy gringo style Mexican food they serve and crappy smelling trash cans at the back of their restaurant. (FYI that is not normal. Ever go to a restaurant and pass through the back of it and the trash cans smell like dead people every time? Not even the trash cans at the back of Winco smell that rancid. I always have to walk by there because I live east of the restaurant not west). I've stopped coming here 100%. They charge for everything under the sun. Chips and canned tomato base salsa-charge. Water is .50 lol. What restaurant charges for water? This one. When I would come here for those of you who are so anxious to try this place...I would order the shrimp burrito, shrimp taco, fish taco, or fish plate. The couple of times I had their asada and chicken, I wasn't very pleased. I'd rather go to taco Mary's and risk food poisoning and eat lard in my tacos lol than return here. read more

La Cocina Economica - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California

Hands down the best breakfast burrito in Butte County. The restaurant is always clean and the food is always ready quick. I have had their regular burritos as well and they are also pretty good. Again, there is literally no better breakfast burrito here. read more

It was our first time here their food was delicious and good quality I ordered the fajitas plate and my husband got the carne asada tater tots I also got the sopes for my kids but they forgot the rice and beans we already drove away to correct the mistake but mistakes happen I recommend this place. read more

They use nacho cheese instead of actual good cheese, tortilla chips are mid also, don't understand why so many mexican places whitewash themselves here, makes the food look and taste terrible read more

Man, every time I come here I swear I'll never go anywhere else. One of the only places in town to have GOOD chile rellenos, the ACTUAL only place with it listed on the menu. The salsas are always delicious, the nachos always good, breakfast burritos SHMACK. Flour tortillas are fire. South west ranch? Don't get me stared. They sell beers by the bottle, domestic and Sierra Nevada, and FUEEEEGO horchata. 13/10 every time, no complaints in the last 5 years of consistently going at least 2x per month. Chefs kiss read more

La Cocina Economica - a large menu - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California

Everything I've had from here has been delicious and fresh. Their shrimp burrito is my go to as they put whole shrimp, perfectly cooked inside. My husband is a burrito snob (from SF) and he loved his chicken burrito! Tried the shrimp taquitos and they were heaven as well. Can't wait to try their breakfast plates, I love huevos rancheros! The service is also great, just a few women running an awesome place. I look forward to many more meals here, thank you! read more

Doesn't live up to its name. Economical it isn't. Some of the higher prices in town, but the food is good. Just expect to pay more..

Okay so here's the deal. I really like their food, they fish tacos are delicious. But I suggest PAY WITH CASH. I went here on Sunday 5/13 and ordered my food for takeout. My total was $20 something I gave a dollar tip. My cashier asked if I wanted a receipt, I said no. Directly after I pay I get a charge on my card for $24 something. So either she tipped herself higher or theres a $3 hidden card fee. Either way, bring cash. I dont trust it. But the foods pretty good. Horchata is good too. read more

La Cocina Economica - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California

My spot to order some fish tacos, shrimp fajitas or A stuffed Chile plate. Don't skip the carne tots because they're super good and fresh and crispy. Affordable as a date spot for laid back folk like us who don't mind a disposable plate and standing in line. The fish is always fresh and done well so that makes me ecstatic PLUS Nothing on menu is even over $7 and I'm frugal to a fault so it's one of the only places I always let myself splurge on extra guacamole, drinks or food for later. Right by Dutch bros and skate park for the kids, close to downtown if I'm in mood to go to farms market or beadshop . No frills, Very very reasonable pricing and easy to order to go or to stay. I have nothing but LOVE for this place. read more

Great food. Love the margaritas . Very friendly staff. Best shrimp taquitos. We will return

All I have to say is; their TATER TOT CARNE ASADE PLATE is soooo good. The taters aren't mushy & soggy. Nice and crunchy every time I go there. The customer service is good. That's all I get from this place & I love it every time. Also, if they don't answer their phones, I keep calling till they do ;) read more

This may be the unpopular opinion here, but I was not impressed with La Cocina Economica. The service was just okay, the food was just okay and the space is just okay. I ordered the Baja Fish Taco Plate and an Arizona, and the Arizona ended up being the most enjoyable part of my meal. It wasn't bad, but my fish wasn't flavorful at all and covered with a "mild" sauce that was low in flavor and high in annoyance being that it was EVERYWHERE. Rice and beans are also served with the Taco plate, which were just okay. Maybe it's just me but I was not impressed. read more

La Cocina Economica - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California

My entire team came here after a tournament and they handled a swarm of 40 hungry players like champs! I got the veggie burrito which was super cheap and added guac. Their computer system was broken so unfortunately it was cash only but we made it work. Great value for the price and it was super fast. Thank you so much! read more

La Cocina Economica - Veggie burrito add guac - Mexican Near Me - Chico, California