So good! Met my boyfriend here for lunch and we left satisfied-- food was delicious and filling, the staff was attentive and kind, and we loved the inside decorations and overall vibe. He got a burrito and modelo and I got the Aztec Grain Bowl, horchata, and a tamarind margarita mocktail. We'll definitely be back! Highly recommend. read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Burrito, modelo especial, tamarind margarita mocktail - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Back in town recently and noticed a new spot - Xicote Cocina. I kinda think there was a different Mexican restaurant here previously, which I'd liked. So figured let's see what the new version offers. And the answer is, very well prepared and very tasty higher end Mexican cooking. They offer a nice range of dishes and the tacos I went for were generously sized and hit the flavor mark. Prices are on the high end but the quality and the ambience supports it. read more

Great spot for my party of 12- the team was very accommodating to us and we were able to enjoy our family reunion. Indoor mid-sized clean vibrant interior with colorful banners and friendly staff. Parking can be challenging but there is paid street parking and parking lots in the surrounding areas. Cuisine is best described as fresh hand-crafted modern Mexican. -chips and guac, salsa -Seafood taco plate - quesabirria tacos - enchiladas -vegan tofu fajitas -chicken quesadillas -ribeye tacos My seafood tacos were love at first bite! Flavorful sauces, tender seafood, fresh herbs in a corn tortilla. Prices are steeper than usual but if you're looking for a higher quality but unpretentious and delicious Mexican experience, this spot's for you! read more

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This place has a great vibe! Good music and good location. All the guys working there were super helpful. I came with coworkers and we each tried something different : birria tacos , chile relleno and enchiladas. I had the chicken enchiladas and I was surprised by their portions and authentic taste! They were delicious I recommend this location if you're in the downtown Walnut Creek area read more

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Pumpkin Tamales were excellent. Potato Taquitos, too. Lovely plating. Wide drink selection. Friendly service.

Came here for taco Tuesday and they delivered a flawless victory! $10 for 4 tacos? That's a great deal that doesn't exist anywhere anymore. I had to try all the different meats so I got 1 of each, asada, pollo, carnitas, and al pastor. They did not cut corners on quality, everything was fresh and flavorful! Also got an amazing $10 passion fruit marg to wash all that down. Service was fast and friendly, even with several big parties ahead of us. I will def be back cuz they were bringing out some wild never seen before dishes to the other table that I for sure want to try next time. read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - $10 taco Tuesday special - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Tamales tacos and ceviche were amazing! Cocktails were great as well and service was super friendly and on point.

Best tacos in downtown Walnut Creek :3 You need to try them if you love a good taco! Xicote Cocina Mexicana has some fantastic, authentic modern Mexican food. We've ordered here several times over the past year, both takeout and dine-in. Service is superb-- massively attentive and welcoming. CHIPOTLE CHICKEN TACOS: I think these are a happy hour exclusive? Regardless I usually try to get this when it's available. Super flavorful chicken with a light kick, plus generously laden with crisp veggies and cheese. TAQUITOS DE PAPA: Fluffy, savory potatoes in a bed of tangy salsa and onions :3 My bf loves these. This location is a bit hard to find, tucked away downtown from the main street. But worth the detour for a great meal. read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Taco Plate (Chipotle Chicken) - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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We've passed by many times and finally decided to give this place a go, SO Happy we did! Portions Perfect, quesadillas enough for two, the tacos were very well portioned and great flavor! Get the chips and guacamole- Service friendly and good, thank you Arturo read more

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The food was very good overall, but the portions were small for the price. They also really need better air conditioning when it's hot outside, it made the dining experience uncomfortable. The guacamole was definitely the highlight, but they didn't serve enough chips to go with it. Keep in mind that everything is à la carte, so the cost adds up quickly. read more

Amazing food! Amazing vibes! Super friendly staff! I would give a 10 star! I had bad luck at two other restaurants that unfortunately will get a 2 star. This restaurant exceeded expectations! read more

Came here for Father's Day after my dad planned to stumble upon a good new restaurant for us to enjoy in Walnut Creek. I was pleasantly surprised with the service for drinks, food, and the bill. After taking long to decide, our drinks, food, and add-ons came out on time, and even with a lunch rush, they made sure to get us the bill and some to-go boxes. We ordered the ceviche, chilaquiles, torta sandwich, and birria plate. it was all so good! The drinks were really yummy too. definitely had me wanting to come back to try the rest of the menu, as we all had went back n forth about what we wanted to order--too many good options read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Tacos De Birria Plate, piña colada - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

A group of us hit the town and had plans for along evening so we had to bad up first! Stopped by Xiocote and the overall group consensus was Yum! Two thumbs up!! Their drink menu is extensive! Plenty of margarita flavors and Soo tasty! Various Tequila offerings and flights and specialty drinks as well such as the horchata Hennessy drink! Food options cater to all types of picky eaters, adults, teens and kids alike! I heard no complaints, solid all around! Definitely a great place to enjoy a lovely meal in the creek area. Good service, they were attentive and for us what we asked for and needed. We will be back! read more

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Fast fresh delicious food! Good value for the area. Will definitely be back. Was able to grab a last minute reservation which is a plus in the busy downtown WC area. read more

Refreshing, hidden Gem! Tucked in between the streets of Walnut Creek - friendly staff, yummy mocktails and art on a plate! This isn't a taqueria, no sir but we enjoyed outdoor street seating, with great portion size food for an elevated spin on Mexican! The presentation is incredible, I wish I took more photos. On a Saturday at noon the place was empty, and the service was fairly quick! This place reminds me of a secret spot for an intimate brunch with friends for a celebration. I'm eager to try something else on the menu! - a solid try for a quick lunch. read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Sopes De Tinga - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Loooove this place. Amazing food and drinks, customer service but this woman was a racist pain in the ass. Don't recommend her as a waiter, I'd request another! I'd give this place a 10/10 outside of her. I've been here multiple times and have had the best service and food. This woman tried to deny me and my friend availability when there were available tables and wasn't kind. Come here but don't work with her! read more

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We came here for our anniversary dinner. The food was amazing and Dora our server was attentive and very friendly. She often checked on us and they even gave us a desert on the house. The ambience was amazing as well. It was kind of packed but Dora made sure our food and appetizers were delivered in a timely matter. Ismael the bartender is amazing as well. I highly recommend this place if you are in the area read more

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Amazing food! Amazing vibes! Super friendly staff! I would give a 10 star! I had bad luck at two other restaurants that unfortunately will get a 2 star. This restaurant exceeded expectations! read more

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Looks like the new owners kept the same chef, as the presentations were similar. The place was quite empty at lunch. We ordered chips salsa and guacamole. Two separate plates came one with the guac ($15!) and the other with the salsa ($6) Small servings for the price. We ordered the chorizo breakfast tacos $18 (disappointing), taco plate $18 (good), enchiladas $22 (excellent) and steak bowl (small serving for the price $23). Overall decent tasty food except for the breakfast tacos. They lost a star for their inflexibility: why can't we get two beef and two chicken enchiladas? There are four in the order and they are being made to order, no? They are also the same price! And why can't two enchiladas have red sauce and two have green sauce?! Make the customer happy!! The server (Arturo) did get us complimentary tres leches cakes to share when he discovered that we were celebrating a birthday. Good service. Overall, high prices for ok size servings - with nice platings! My guess is that the rent is so high that it forces the owners to charge high prices and that keeps the customers away. This is the third restaurant in the same location in about 7 years! Not likely to return. read more

Went for a late lunch on Saturday and had a fantastic meal. We started with the Sopes de Tinga which were one of the best things I've ever had. Next hubby had nachos as an entree and these were definitely "next level" , so much so we took home the leftovers and ordered a side of chips to go. They were great leftover! I ordered the taco plate which is four soft shelled tacos and I went with one of each - steak, chicken, pork and carnitas. Only ate two and took two home. Again great leftovers. The vibe is casual and nice, fun cocktails, and great service! Definitely a great place and will return. read more

Really great experience here. The food was fresh, flavorful and delicious. The atmosphere was nice and welcoming and everything we ordered came out great. Also wanted to mention our server Arturo because he did an amazing job. He was very attentive and friendly to make sure that we were taken care of the whole time. His references were outstanding and he checked in at appropriate times. His service was really the icing on the cake. I highly recommend this place and I will be back for sure. read more

I recently went out to eat with family at this spot & the service was perfect ! food delicious and waiter arturo was super friendly and funny, made our night !! read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - raspberry lemon drop - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

The drinks are so beautiful and delicious. I loved the appetizer aguachile negro, simply delicious read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Paloma Aperol - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

Early midweek dinner. It was almost empty at 5:00 PM. The atmosphere is nice. The service was good. We had the Sopes de Tinga. They were really good. My Mahi Mahi a la Veracruzana was delicious. Loved the olives in the dish, nice sauce. The Steak Enmolodas were good. The mole was great. Steak was tender. The Ensalada Xicote with Steak was also good, good ingredients. read more

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The drinks were a highlight -- I had a Michelada that was refreshing with a beautiful presentation, and a margarita that was not only gorgeous but also delicious and strong. For food, I ordered the Chile Relleno. It wasn't breaded like I'm used to, but it was absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. My husband had the shrimp enchiladas, which were hearty and very filling. My in-laws shared the fajitas, which came sizzling hot and tasted amazing. We also tried the potato tacos (a must-try -- so good!) and finished with churros that were crisp, sweet, and the perfect ending to the meal. Overall, this place exceeded my expectations. Beautiful atmosphere, attentive service, and food that's not only delicious but also presented so well. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend it! read more

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I love this place. The staff is welcoming, friendl, and quick. Food is amazing. They have the best happy hour and beautiful craft cocktails. Hidden understated jewel. read more

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Xicote Cocina Mexicana is located in the lively main street of Walnut Creek. Food: * Chips & salsa: 2/5 Very frugal in chip quantity. Chips were cold and stale. The salsa was was good but couldn't used more heat and flavor. * Taco Plate: 3/5 4 tacos, 1 chicken, steak, al pastor, and carnitas taco garnished with cilantro and onions with tomatillo salsa on the side. All were good. My Nana liked the steak taco most. *shrimp & steak fajita: 2/5 shrimp and steak served with white rice and choice of tortillas. Came with 5 tortillas. I ordered sour cream and guacamole on the side. This was more like a red pepper, green peppers and onions fajita. They were very stingy with the portion of steak & shrimp. 75% peppers & onion/ 25% shrimp & very very thinly sliced steak. Very disappointing quality & portion. Drinks: 3/5 * Tamarind margarita: 4/5 Delicious :) * Laguinitas Little Sumpin': 4/5 Beer was cold and delicious Ambiance: 3/5 A nice space space with Oaxaca themed decorations. Music was a bit too loud and more on the rave genre. It would've been nice to hear music from Mexico instead. Service: 4/5 Service was good. The staff often came to our table to check on us and asked if we needed anything. Extra shout out to the bartender who multitasked. He made our drinks and also checked on us most often. I probably would not return to this restaurant. I'm looking forward to trying more mexican restaurants in the Walnut Creek area... read more

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Great food! Tht pretty much sums it up! The drinks we ordered were good too. Good portion sizes and easily shared by two! read more

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This place is hands down one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. The food is consistently excellent -- fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Everything I've tried has been great, and the drinks are just as good. Whether it's margaritas, cocktails, or aguas frescas, they always get it right. What really makes this place special, though, is the service. They treat me like a VIP every time I walk in -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. It's the kind of place that makes you want to keep coming back, not just for the food but for how you're treated. Highly recommended if you're looking for great Mexican food, great drinks, and a place that actually values its customers. -- Roberto read more

Great place to chill great food super nice and clean service and owner was very nice and friendly definitely will be back soon read more

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My husband and I ate here a few nights ago for the first time and we loved it!! He has celiacs, so we were able to navigate the menu to find what he was craving--birria tacos. I've never seen the man more in love with what he ordered! His plate came with 3 well stuffed birria tacos, and after hearing him rave and devour his first one, I traded him one of my al pastor and one steak tacos for one of his birria tacos. It was so delicious!! Generous portion for a reasonable price. We will be going back next time we're in the area. Doesn't hurt that on Tuesday they do a special on margaritas, either! read more

Great food and exceptional service. They have a great ta o Tuesday special. The guacamole is fabulous! read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Taco Tuesday Special - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

The restaurant is a little bit small for the amount of business that it gets. When I got there the place was full which was a good sign to me. I ordered the vegan tacos and was completely blown away by how incredibly tasty they are!! The service was good and the staff were friendly. I will definitely be back repeatedly. read more

The burrito is the size of a baby, and the quesadilla is reasonably good but I found that the roasted red onions distracted from it. It's a solid place for a lunch but there's an x-factor missing that takes away from a full five stars. read more

Second trip here this week. I'm hooked on their Tamarindo mock tail ($7). I love the tamarind candy and lemony flavor. They have daily specials. I ordered their taco plate special ($10). It was a steal and good. It came with four tacos (carnitas, beef, Al pastor and chicken). All meats were delish. I didn't like the chicken as much. The service was nice and my drink and food came fast. The ambiance is semi dark, with Mexican art. Table and chair seating with bar seating as well. read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Taco plate was packed and delish - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Authentic Mexican food with the perfect flavor in every dish. It's sooooo good!! My mom & I come here and the service is always great. Perfect for date night, family outing or a simple get together with friends. Highly recommended, This is one of my favorite restaurants!!! read more

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Good Mexican food in the heart of Walnut Creek. Portions are very generous. Service was also good. Large menu with some great options. Mole was very good read more

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My friends wanted to try this place out so we went there for dinner. They weren't busy so we sat down right away. Our waitress came to take our drink order right away and gave us water. We ordered some margaritas which were really good. We had some guacamole and chips to start. The guac was really fresh, good flavor, not spicy but still good, and the chips were fresh. For our entrees we ordered the tortilla soup, the chicken enchiladas, the chicken mole, the mahi mahi tacos, and the veggie tacos. The mahi mahi tacos were supposed to not have the sauce on it but it did so they had to remake it, the tortilla soup was amazing, great flavor. The enchiladas verde sauce was delicious and the chicken was cooked perfect, the veggie tacos was also good with great flavor on the veggies, the mahi mahi tacos that was remade and came back out and was cooked perfect, the only bad thing was the chicken mole. The chicken was overcooked but the mole sauce was delicious. We ordered a bread pudding for dessert and it was probably the best bread pudding i've ever had. Our waitress was really nice and helpful if we needed anything. I don't mind the messing up of the mahi mahi because they remade it and brought it out pretty quick. We enjoyed our dinner. Very nice place, with a good ambience. I would've gave it a 5 star if my chicken mole was cooked better and also, there was a table that had a party of 6 with a dog, the dog was sitting in a chair. I think animals should not be in a chair where people sit. They didn't even clean the chair when the party left. I think that is very unsanitary. read more

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Went here for birthday dinner after finding this restaurant on my own . It definitely did not disappoint it was hard deciding what to get especially the drinks after seeing all the reviews . I loved everything about dinner here even the appetizers . It wasn't busy at all and finding parking was easy read more

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Stumbled on this place with some family members for lunch. We was able to get seated quickly but I feel this place would be packed very quickly on the weekends. Got the Guacamole and Chips and Torta de Birria. The Guacamole and Chips was a good portion, very well presented and tasted fresh. The Torta de Birria was delicious, with a lot of flavor. The beef was so tender - would recommend trying it. read more

Xicote Cocina Mexicana - Torta De Birria - Mexican Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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