La Cocina

Everything we have eaten at this place is delicious and excellent service. The place is spacious, comfortable and beautiful. You can enjoy with family, friends or alone. I share some photos and videos of some of their delicacies. For us everything was excellent. We would gladly return and totally recommend!!!

My husband asked me to find a local Mexican restaurant to try. After taking way too long, he said forget it, just find us some Italian. Well this popped up and I’m glad it did. It was easy to find with the gps, we don’t live here so aren’t really familiar with the area. It was quiet at lunch and got sat right away. Service was great, as was the chips and salsa. My husband ordered Mexican and I ordered Lasagna. Mine was great and I would have it again. My husband ate his but said it’s different than the Southern California Mexican food we are used to. This isn’t a Mexican Italian fusion restaurant- there isn’t Chile Verde Lasagna or anything like that. Just Mexican dishes and Italian dishes. Good prices on the lunch specials. Come check them out.

We just had lunch here and it was great! The food was delicious, place was clean and the waitress was very attentive. Will definitely stop by next time we are in Round Rock again.

The two ladies there were just flat out awful. Raising their voice with my grandmother and talking to her like she were a toddler, snatching cups out of my hand, having an overall disrespectful demeanor and look from the moment we entered. You're in a service job- If you have a terrible mood then maybe don't work service. Food was great though.

Nice little cozy Mexican and Italian fusion place we recently discovered in the Round rock area . Ambiance was very pretty with a Mexican theme going on . The food had two sections - one Italian based and the other was Mexican based . We ordered one on each side - pollo ala chipotle and pollo con pasta (marinara based). The Mexican chipotle chicken was exceptional with tender cooked chicken and salsa was amazing and one of the most authentic ones we have tasted in Texas! The pollo con pasta was a bit disappointing because the chicken had a raw smell and pasta okay . Would not order that dish again and can try the white sauce based dishes next time . They had both wine and cocktails which worked for our pairing of dishes . One of the strongest margaritas we have tasted ! Our waitress was acting a bit non responsive initially but later was communicative . Would return here for the Mexican dishes, ambiance and cocktails !

In from out of town working, stop by here for dinner... I may have eaten the best enchiladas in my life! And I use to live in Mexico! Enough said

This small cute place has excellent decor and food. It is an Italian Mex restaurant. The menu is huge and you will not go wrong here. I was pleasantly surprised. Will come back for sure.

A Round Rock Hidden Gem! Delicious food, both Italian & Mexican! Friendly, helpful & informative staff! Great, laid back atmosphere, ideal for friends or family. Clean bathrooms. Fantastic garlic bread & the perfect frozen margarita. Everything was so good!

Swift service and delicious, non greasy-best tortillas I've ever had, coming back!!!!!!!

When you can get the best of both cuisines in one restaurant why not!!! It may seem odd to get chips and salsa and get Italian dishes too but trust me it somehow works. This gem of a restaurant is located in a small strip off McNeil close to 35 in Round Rock. They say they have the best lasagna in town! They ain't lyin'! It's HOT, fresh, cheesy, meaty!! Yum! The staff is friendly too and the service great!

What a gem! Small hole in the wall restaurant off in a corner shopping center. When you walk in the ambiance is culturally elegant with an Italian/Mexican blend. We came for lunch so the prices were just right. I had the chicken suiza enchilada and oh my! The sauce was so good I got some to go. The chips and salsa weren't a miss either. I could eat the chips as a snack. The Nachos were layered and you could pick any chip and it was a perfect bite. The refried beans and rice were so flavorful and everything was so fresh. 10/10 I do recommend and ask for Kiara, she was amazing!

This was such a cute find! It is in a little shopping center and a little hidden. This is a family owned restaurant that give you Mexican and Italian authenticity! I asked for my pasta to be made spicier and they did not disappoint. The salsas were super good too! So I got the best if both worlds!

My husband & I decided to try on a Friday night, 10/27/24, after reading great reviews. We were seated right away. I ordered the highly recommended meat lasagna, which was WONDERFUL! My husband ordered the La Cocina Red Enchiladas (ground beef in a red mole sauce). He did not care for the sauce or the cheese (he didn't like the taste of cheese & there was too much cheese). We look forward to going back so my husband can try the lasagna!

Mexican & Italian always done perfectly!! Family restaurant that has solid cocktails & food!

Nice little cozy Mexican and Italian fusion place we recently discovered in the Round rock area . Ambiance was very pretty with a Mexican theme going on . The food had two sections - one Italian based and the other was Mexican based . We ordered one on each side - pollo ala chipotle and pollo con pasta (marinara based). The Mexican chipotle chicken was exceptional with tender cooked chicken and salsa was amazing and one of the most authentic ones we have tasted in Texas! The pollo con pasta was a bit disappointing because the chicken had a raw smell and pasta okay . Would not order that dish again and can try the white sauce based dishes next time . They had both wine and cocktails which worked for our pairing of dishes . One of the strongest margaritas we have tasted ! Our waitress was acting a bit non responsive initially but later was communicative . Would return here for the Mexican dishes, ambiance and cocktails !

This place used to be our go to. The Mexican food is good and the Italian is great. However, in the last year the service has really gone down hill. I'm not sure if it's bc it's a family owned restaurant and they don't worry as much or what. Every time we go in, the servers have attitude, don't ask how you're doing, or attempt to make conversation. Used to recommend this place to everyone, not anymore.

Family Restaurant that just does it all right. Food and service are great. Drinks actually have alcohol in them. All around staple of the community. If you want to support local mom and pops this is the place. You won't be disapointed. Italian and Mexican food, both are unique and authentic family recipes.

La Cocina has really done a lot with their relatively small space. The wall paintings and ambiance are really spectacular, and make you forget the restaurant is tucked away inside a strip mall next to a smoke shop. The decor is cute and cozy, and wonderfully blends Italian and Mexican themes. My husband ordered the Eggplant Parmesan and I ordered the (beef) Chile Relleno. My husband said the eggplant was quite salty (always a hazard with this dish, if the eggplant was salted but not adequately rinsed), and I felt the relleno was merely okay, but not spectacular, and the beans seemed to be halfway between borracho and refried--not terrible, but .... weird. We also had nachos con carne for an appetizer, and this was basically melted velveeta or something similar with some ground beef thrown in. I added some of their quite tasty salsa to it, which was an improvement. I also ordered a rocks margarita, which was quite good. If I lived very near La Cocina, I could see this becoming a default choice for an unassuming evening out, and no doubt we'd work out which dishes to rely on in that situation. But this place isn't good enough on its own for me to seek it out when it requires driving several miles. I hope the chef will choose to bring his or her food offerings in line with the pleasant space the restaurant is operating in. People are always willing to drive and to wait for truly good food.

Met two friends at this unusual restaurant that offers both Italian and Mexican entrees. It is located in a small strip mall just off of I35 in Round Rock. Very dark and casual restaurant owned by a local family. This time I opted for enchiladas, rice and beans. The taste of the food was ok. Definitely not in the top third of Mexican restaurants but not bad. Service was friendly and prompt. Better local Mexican options are available.

This place is awesome! I've visited many times and never been disappointed. Their enchilada sauce is unique, with a more complex flavor profile than your typical tex-mex sauce. And what a bargain! In this day of rampant inflation, a lunch order of three enchiladas with rice and beans is still under $10. And sour cream included without an upcharge, unlike any other similar restaurant I can think of. Bravo!

We went there on March 8, 2025. It's been over fifteen years since I last went here. I mentioned to my girlfriend that I thought the food was good. Upon walking in we were met by a server that asked how many and follow her to our table. A male server shows up and immediately asked us what we were drinking. I asked him how his day was and he said fine and walked away but no greetings or welcome. I ordered the Lasagna, my girlfriend ordered the three tacos. Every item on our plates seemed to have a cream base consistency. The rice and refried beans had absolutely no flavor. The calamari was however tasty. We were first served chips and salsa. Upon tasting it we thought the salsa had a peculiar after taste. As it turned out we were sick for two days after. I can only surmise that something in the salsa was rancid. Every staff member was not friendly nor welcoming. After we ate, I elected to have a desert but our server never asked and quickly said, I'll bring your check. We both noticed that no one smiled, strictly business. We will never return. This place needs a customer service tune up and wake up call.

Always delicious! Excellent light crunchy chips and fresh salsa. Favorites include the enchilada suizas, al pastor, puerco guisado as well the lasagna. We have never ordered anything that wasn't delicious. The caldo is great when you're not feeling great. A true neighborhood gem in a nondescript strip mall. Round Rock is lucky to have them.

Freaking perfect I'm so glad this place exists. The vibe is great and the staff is so kind.

Came on a Wednesday night and they were pretty busy. A little odd combination of menu having Italian and Mexican but we were intrigued. I got cheese enchiladas suizas and my friend had the Chicken Carbonara. The enchiladas didn't have great flavor but they were ok. The beans were the best part of my plate. My friend said the pasta was just ok. There was also something about the salsa we couldn't quite put our finger on that made it a little off. The service was also very slow and seemed non-caring. With all the Mexican food restaurants in the area I doubt we would go back.

The place is pretty dark, but cozy. Food was good but underwhelming. The house Rita's are really good. The waitress we had started off pretty bad. She was pretty defensive when I asked for another set of silverware for our table. She seemed to warm up some after that, but my impression of her was already made. I'm not sure if I would go back based on the quality of service I initially received. I know to some it sounds petty, but I'm big in customer service.

I've been here multiple times. It's a quaint size family owned restaurant. A fusion of Italian and Mexican cuisine. The food I always get there is the italiano enchilada and the camaraones ala chipotle. It's delicious and hits every time. The service is amazing!

This place was fine. It was clean and comfortable. The service was real good. I didn't see a veggie burrito on the menu, but they threw something together for me. One thing that is a little unusual is that there's a large section of the menu for Italian food. Huh?

Always great. They are my go to for lasagna and other Italian meals. Their Mexican food is great as well.

It was my first time to try this place. I was very impressed. The food was fresh and delicious. They offer both Mexican and Italian entrees. The service was good. I would definitely go back again.

Excellent local family-owned restaurant! Menu has both Italian and Mexican options. I would put their Lasagna up against any body! Highly recommend you op for the special! ....will not be disappointed! Highly recommend you try it out

We found this gem by accident. The original plan was to eat at a nearby restaurant, but the wait was long. This place was able to accommodate our party. I was glad about this since it was our dear friend's birthday. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. We all enjoyed the food. Fast forward a year later, and I was looking for a place to celebrate my mom's birthday. I decided to bring my mom to La Cocina. My mom was impressed. She ate all of her food and dessert.

This place is such an odd ball but I love it. A perfect quick lunch spot on work days, or a great dinner date with romantic vibe! In my picture you can see the enchiladas suizas, chicken and it was DELICIOUS. It doesn't break the bank at a stellar $8.50 during my lunch hour, and sent me feeling so stuffed. The sauce was sort of like a creamy verdes sauce... but so so good it makes my mouth water just thinking about it! Come for the salsa and chips, food, and fast service. Stay for the romantic vibe.

Great happy hour on Wednesdays. House margaritas for $5.00. Awesome food and they have a full bar!!

This place has strange hours. I have driven here three previous times and wasn't open. Kinda wish it would have been closed again, but wasn't. Ordered lasagna and dad ordered primavera. No bread or salad is added to the $16.99 plates only pasta! Never heard of having to pay more for a slice of bread when ordering Italian! To much $ for the plates... Mexican & Italian (smh).

Always excellent food, cocktails and service. I highly recommend this restaurant. The atmosphere inside is really nice!

Crispy chips with excellent salsa. Lunch specials at $7.99. Very hard to beat. Enchiladas were excellent. Plenty of chicken and very flavorable. Doesn't look like much from the outside but the inside is relaxing (1:39 pm).

Very delicious Mexican foods with very reasonable price. Waitresses are friendly and very professional. My wife and I enjoyed eating here.

Second time here. Had enchiladas this time with a couple cocktails from the bar. The food was amazing. Sadly the drink was "weak". Too much ice and too much mixer. A handful of sips and I was left looking at an empty glass except for the ice.

This is the absolute best restaurant! The chips and salsa are fantastic. Then you have an option of Italian or Mexican meals to choose from. I cannot waver from getting the Pollo Ala Limon, which is chicken, piccata style with pasta garlic olive oil sauce. The flavor is amazing and I usually can only eat half so I can enjoy more the next day!

I can't believe it's been four years since I was here last. That which remains the same: Great service and I still don't love the garlic bread. New things: I tried the carbonara which didn't do it for me. The sauce was alfredoish and not like what I've had in the past. I couldn't tell if the mushrooms in the sauce were fresh and the bacon had a strange consistency. The value was good. I split a bottle of wine, ordered two entrees aaaaaand a dessert and got out for about $50. My friend said her lasagna was ok to good. Another meal was middle of the road as well,. The chicken enchiladas were a hit, but the rice and beans missed the mark. I didn't try them so I don't know what they tasted like. Chocolate mousse was really good!

Place was packed. It being so popular around here is the only down side. Great food, helpful staff. Highly recommend.

Went here with a few girlfriends and what a yummy concept...Mexican and Italian! Love it and love that they have all of their family working there. All sauces are made from scratch. I went Italian this time and got a fettuccine Alfredo with Caesar salad and garlic bread. I ate it all! I was so stuffed but I couldn't stop eating. I only took enough time to snap a pic of the salad. Their Mexican fare was delish as well. Their salsa had a nice kick to it and my friend got enchiladas with a green sauce and it was so yummy. I will definitely be back with my hubby. A great hidden gem

Still one of my favorite places to go to in Round Rock. The staff is wonderful. Truly love the family atmosphere and food.

Family ran restaurant that has been one my favorite for years. I have Mexican food and my wife has Italian. The best of both worlds and they do them well. I should have put a review many years ago.

This is our "go to" restaurant when we don't want to cook. They do Italian and Mexican and they do them both very well. They used to have liver and onions, which was one of my favorites, but their source couldn't provide it anymore. I've had the carnitas, chili relleno and the linguine and prawns. All excellent. My wife has had the chicken piccata and the enchiladas. Highly recommend!

The food was terrible as was the service, the waiter had no patience, my elderly mother was asking questions, and he was not willing to work around her requests

I have never had a bad experience. The Italian food is on point and the Mexican queso is exactly what you want it to be. And the margaritas go down cold and fast. Delicious.

The food here is AMAZING! We love the Italian and Mexican. We love the Lasagna, tortellini, Italian enchiladas, nachos, burritos, and the chips and salsa are awesome. Service is quick and friendly. Our family highly recommends this place!

First of all, we have come to this restaurant for many years. We have ALWAYS had good food and good service. This evening we had a very negative experience starting with the male server who could only be described as rude and lacking in the basics of service. We ordered Enchiladas Verdes which is and has always been good. Sadly we also ordered Camarone Ajo de Mojo which was not good. Basically fettucine with a garlic wine sauce and 6 very small shrimp no larger than a quarter. This was about $19.00. Yikes! Pasta undercooked, shrimp tasted of freezer burn. We ordered garlic bread that was put in the oven or on the grill with only one side toasted, not so good. Maybe new ownership? New chef? The worst part was the server who we had to ask for anything we still needed such as napkins, parmesan cheese and a piece of silverware as well as more water and the check. We will come back as we have long liked this little restaurant. We will hope for the same standards the next time that we have always known here.

It doesn't look like much from the outside, and the name will certainly make you scratch your head, but all that aside I very much enjoyed my dinner here. Cozy, dimly lit ambiance and friendly staff. It is family owned and operated which adds to the cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Food was tasty and filling and delivered piping hot. This time around I had the Mexican dishes but next time I'll try something off the Italian menu.

This place is a hidden gem. Everything is made from scratch, Italian/ Mexican food. The margaritas are amazing. Love this place, and the taste! Love this place. Very good.

This was my first time coming here and it was on a whim since Chuy's was packed and had a long waiting time. I entered Mexican Food on my Maps and this place just so happened to pop up first, so why not right ? Pros *Food was DELICIOUS and fast ! Like I ordered and maybe 5 mins later came my piping hot plate of food. ( I ordered the Macho Burrito & I definitely recommend) *Pricing is a bonus ! You have to love delicious, Authentic food for an exceptionally great price ! Cons *Very dark in this establishment, they could benefit from more light. *Quite humid as well that it was almost a hair too uncomfortable (I know it's summer, but we have to be accommodated in general) * My waiter went to other tables and never came to check on me once until I finished. Luckily another waitress could refill my drink and do his job while he was preoccupied with his other 2 tables.

Absolutely delicious. We had green enchiladas and carnitas. Great lil atmosphere and friendly waitstaff. Definite come back to.

Love this little place! Doesn't look like much from the outside, but they have done a great job of creating a cute, quaint and cozy atmosphere on the inside. Good wine selection, both Italian and Mexican menus are delicious. Perfect for when you can't agree on what to eat. One of my favorite date spots!

First Mexican food place I've liked in awhile! As someone who grew up with a lot of delicious Mexican food around it's been hard finding a place that isn't Tex-mex pretending to be Mexican food! I got a basic carne asada and it was well seasoned, flavorful and juicy! The beams and rice were yummy as well, the beans might have been almost too salty but eaten with rice it all balanced out! I will visit again!

I am a big fan of fusion cuisine. Italian and Mexican are not vastly different in terms of flavor profile (even when cooking I like to fuse them myself), so the idea of this restaurant is great; however, I can only say they are just okay. Not great, not bad, just okay. The lighting is low and gives this restaurant a romantic feel. The walls have paintings and murals of Italy and Mexico and are nice to look at while you're waiting on food or drinks. As far as ambiance goes, this place is well done and is a great spot for a date night. They have a full bar and the bartender whom served us was very nice and has a great sense of humor. My partner ordered the La Cocina Burrito, but pronounced it as "cochina." I was focused on deciding what I wanted to order and didn't even notice, but she explained to him what he said and the difference, which gave us a good laugh. Onto the food, which is the core factor when deciding whether or not to dine at a restaurant. I ordered the Chile Relleno with some tortillas and it was just okay. Simply put, it was not memorable. I don't think it would leave someone disappointed or unable to finish it due to quality, but it's not something that I would ever be dying to eat over and over. I did not try the La Cocina Burrito; however, my partner felt similarly about his burrito as I did about the Chile Relleno. Overall, this restaurant is just okay, nothing special. I would try it again to give some of their other dishes a chance: I'd love to see how the Italian side of their menu compares.

Love this place. Small little hidden away Mexican and Italian food restaurant (I know, odd combination). Food is excellent and prices are very reasonable.