Barcocina Lakeview

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"When “eat, drink, socialize” is your motto, you have to live up to it — and Barcocina does just that. With locations in West Town and Lakeview, this Mexican spot has a ton of different events going on at any given time, including guacamole-making classes and salsa nights. Skip the marg and go for the Baby Got Daiq-uiri, a drink made with BACARDÍ, BACARDÍ Ocho, passion fruit liqueur, lime, and Angostura bitters. It’s a true match made in heaven with tacos, chips, and salsa. (Did we mention the guacamole?)" - Samantha Leal

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"Located in Lakeview with a West Town location coming soon, Barcocina is a Mexican restaurant focusing on shared plates, so bring your friends and get ready to eat. Socialize in the space that features open-air garage doors, a patio, and great rustic-meets-industrial details. You can’t go wrong with the tacos, though the crowd favorite seems to be chicken tinga, with jalapeño lime slaw and pickled onions. Sip on the “Party with ‘Cardi” cocktail featuring a BACARDÍ Rum blend, prickly pear orange juice, pineapple, rhubarb bitters, and ginger ale. Best part? Pretty much every cocktail on the menu can also be served as a pitcher." - Vox Creative

"While Mexican fare is the anchor of the Barcocina menu, the food takes cues from other parts of the world, too, like Korea (short ribs with kimchi) and Thailand (a chicken quesadilla with spicy chiles and peanuts). It’s a testament to chef Matt Williams’ skill that everything is equally great, and the large, warehouse-style space is made cozier with communal tables and wood-paneled walls that give off a warm, welcoming feel. There’s a fire pit on the patio for pre- or post- dinner cocktails. Our favorite is the House Fire, made with Cointreau, jalapeno-infused tequila, and the homemade sour mix. "

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"Veteran bar manager Rick Douglas, who continues his involvement with the ownership group behind Barcocina in Lakeview, rounds out Uproar’s crew." - Ashok Selvam

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"Looking for something new in Lakeview? The tacos at Barcocina might be a little different than what you’re used to. The restaurant’s updated spin on traditional taco recipes means there’s always going to be something new and exciting for you to try out, and who doesn’t need a little excitement right now? We recommend the bang-bang shrimp tacos, and the braised brisket with guajillo marinade is always a crowd pleaser. Round out your at-home Taco Tuesday menu with some crispy yucca tots and you’ll be good to go." - Vox Creative