Koko
Mexican restaurant · Ocean View Heights
2856 Tigertail Ave, Miami, FL 33133
Highlights
Mexican restaurant with cacti garden, outdoor bar, & tortilla station
Mexican restaurant with cacti garden, outdoor bar, & tortilla station
"This Mexican spot in Coconut Grove is popular. And we see why. The mole is strong, portions are big, and their housemade purple tortillas are delicious. But popularity comes with a price. You might wait 45 minutes for your reservation on a weekend, 30 minutes for water, and a lifetime for the check. At least the tacos are good and (unlike everything else) arrive on time. Most of the tables are outside, surrounded by cacti and wicker chairs. It’s a lovely setting for a breezy March dinner with friends who aren’t in a rush and appreciate saucy enchiladas." - virginia otazo, mariana trabanino, ryan pfeffer
"A lush jungle-like setting in Coconut Grove leads patrons into one of Miami’s most stunning Mexican restaurants. The 6,000-square-foot space features traditional Mexican furniture, brightly colored Mexican folk art sculptures, murals, and natural fabric light fixtures from various Mexican regions. The menu focuses on pre-Hispanic Mexican elements: nixtamal for daily-made tortillas, a wood-fired grill, and a rotisserie with over 400 mezcals and tequilas for food pairings." - Stacy Moya
"KoKo by Bakan in Coconut Grove features a pre-Hispanic Mexican menu with fresh nixtamal tortillas and wood-fired specialties, complemented by over 400 mezcal and tequila selections. The 6,000-square-foot venue includes a covered outdoor dining space adorned with traditional Mexican furniture, brightly colored Mexican folk art sculptures, murals, and natural fabric light fixtures from various Mexican regions." - Allison Ramirez
"From the team behind Wynwood’s Bakan, this spot offers ample outdoor seating for those looking to enjoy Mexican fare al fresco. The menu includes heirloom corn tortillas made on-site and dishes like cochinita pibil tacos, enchiladas suizas, and mole negro. There’s also a section dedicated to wood-grilled dishes and plenty of vegetarian options. The bar features over 400 bottles of mezcal and tequila." - Olee Fowler
"The menu is extensive, so it is best to begin with an order of guacamole while perusing what to eat next. It arrives with crispy, heirloom tortilla chips made daily using criollo corn imported from Oaxaca. Cocktails like Figure It Out, made with mezcal, fig and ginger puree, lemon juice, or Oaxacan Old Fashion with Xocolat Mole Bitters and guajillo cinnamon syrup, pair seamlessly." - Alona Martinez
