Rachael Colley
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My husband and I came to Copal for date night—and wow, we were not disappointed. I had been searching for a place nearby with great reviews, local flair, and something that felt like a special treat. Copal checked all the boxes and then some. Honestly, the most disappointing part was realizing we’d never been here before!
The food was absolutely delicious, with generous portions that left us with leftovers—and the leftovers were still tasty the next day, which is a rare win. (Though of course, nothing beats how amazing it was fresh!)
Our server, Josue, was fantastic—attentive with perfect timing, funny and kind without ever being intrusive. You could tell he really cared about both the food and the people he was serving, which made the whole experience even better.
One thing I usually struggle with at restaurants is loud music making it hard to hold a conversation—but Copal nailed the vibe. The music added to the atmosphere without overpowering it, so we could actually talk and enjoy each other’s company. Two tables were celebrating birthdays, and I highly recommend doing the same here if you want to see the dramatic candle moment—it was a fun surprise!
I also loved how many vegetarian (and easy-to-make vegan) options were on the menu. That alone makes it a go-to for future nights out with friends. We didn’t try any alcoholic drinks this time, but the ones we saw looked beautiful and tempting. I really appreciated that they had a solid non-alcoholic drink menu, too—the lemonade was phenomenal.
The space was clean, inviting, and I loved being able to see into the kitchen—something about that transparency always makes me feel more connected to the meal. Best of all, the price was unbeatable: under $50 for the two of us, with plenty of food to take home.
Copal is officially our new date night favorite. Can’t wait to come back!
