La Esquina Cocina

Mexican restaurant · Huntsville

La Esquina Cocina

Mexican restaurant · Huntsville

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127 Holmes Ave NW Suite 101 Suite 101, Huntsville, AL 35801

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Amazing chicken quesadillas, guacamole, and sangria  

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127 Holmes Ave NW Suite 101 Suite 101, Huntsville, AL 35801 Get directions

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Downtown’s stylish Mexican cocina serves regional small plates and thoughtful cocktails, rooted in a family legacy and engaged with local farms. Frequently highlighted by the visitors bureau and local food writers.

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Emily Troyer

Google
I came here with some friends to celebrate some birthdays, and our server was so sweet! I got the chicken quesadilla and it was AMAZING. Definitely coming back again. Their guacamole was delicious I almost asked for some to take home. 10/10 recommend trying this place.

Sergio Flores

Google
Went to tired it out. Got say love their drinks especially the seasonal which was watermelon and pineapple currently. Food wise; they have queso with shrimp (is weirdly good, normally used to queso with beef or chorizo) and main food tried Enchiladas De Picadillo & Enchiladas Verdes. If you looking for something with a spicy taste go with the Verdes, the De Picadillo were also decent overall.

Daniel Calens

Google
The food was good as always. Love all the empanadas, and tuna toast. Good salads. Not great Sushi. The bar not to recommend really. Service is bit slow . The place is bright, modern decor, but noisy , even after they put the ceiling panels.

Tessa Rogers

Google
very nice atmosphere with excellent staff and great food! I have never had chorizo artichoke dip, but I have now and it was amazing! We also had a steak sandwich that was flavorful and crispy as well as a delicious chicken quesadilla. I also recommend the sangria as super refreshing! Only Con - the queso dip was kind of mid. overall 4.5/5 I will definitely be back to try more!

JM

Google
We visited La Esquina Cocina to try their restaurant week specials. We had a taco plate (tacos: al pastor, grilled shrimp, and avocado) with rice and beans and the restaurant week special which was a 4 taco flight (we chose carne asada, grilled fish, chorizo, and cochinita pibil), chip & dip trio, and a choice of dessert. We had to ask for the chips and dip to be brought out after our tacos arrived, but other than that service was nice. The food was delicious.

Gregory Niles

Google
One of the best places to eat in Huntsville. This is a higher-end, classy Mexican restaurant with amazing food, excellent service, and a fun, lively atmosphere. The dining area is clean, contemporary, and bright with natural light through the large windows. The entire kitchen is visible through a large glass wall and you get to watch the kitchen staff cook your food as well as prep the fresh made salsas and sauces. The chips and salsa is a must for a starter. The food is unique, fresh, and vibrant. The cocktails are hand-crafted and absolutely delicious. La Esquina Cocina is a must visit if you’re in the Huntsville area!

Alexander Winfield

Google
I really wanted to give this restaurant five stars. It’s close, but I left wanting more both in flavor and portion. The service is great, our server provided good recommendations and she was very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was very cool, and very clean. Probably one of the cleanest restaurants I’ve been to in a while. The drink was ok. I got some seasonal margarita I probably would not get again. Interesting fall type apple flavor margarita. The food was decent, but we didn’t leave very full or super satisfied. Don’t get me wrong, it was good, but not great. I’d recommend the nachos, but make sure you add meat. We saw another table with nachos and ordered it because it looked good and it was a giant tower of food. When our nachos came out it was a little disappointing because we didn’t order meat. I didn’t expect it to make such a big deal so I guess that’s my fault. Still tasted good though. The combo platter was served a little funny but I liked the unique presentation. The tacos were decent, although I wouldn’t get the chorizo tacos again. The steak taco was good, although and little dry. The pork taco was on point. Avocado taco was very good. Was a little disappointed in the beans and rice of the combo though. It seemed like an afterthought on the menu and was very basic and a bland. I wouldn’t get the combo again and would just stick with tacos. You aren’t missing much. Buyer beware, if you ask for hot sauce, they charge you for the home made stuff- and don’t tell you. You’ve been warned. It’s not worth it though, stick with the generic bottled stuff. All in all it was a good experience and I would probably come back.

Jared Shepard

Google
#1 Brunch Spot in Huntsville! As a Huntsville Realtor, quality and service are of vital importance, and La Esquina delivers on both! This is such a great spot for lunch, brunch, and even dinner. The food is great, and the drinks are phenomenal. Experience it for yourself!
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Makaila L.

Yelp
We dined in for Cinco de Mayo, and even though the restaurant was incredibly loud and busy, our waitress was very sweet, helpful, attentive, and hardworking! We had ceviche and guacamole for apps. The apps honestly were nothing special. I think they should do more with the guac in particular. Its moreso just mashed avocado with a few onions. The chips seemed homemade in house though! Great chips! The tacos were the best part! They were all very well seasoned! The tortillas are perfect! We also had street corn, sopes, and the tortas de papas. We really enjoyed all three as well! The menu of this place has such a good variety that it's hard to choose! I feel like you can't go wrong with the tapas! The drinks were the biggest downfall to me. Their margaritas were very odd. We had the top shelf and watermelon margs. The paloma was also not great, and our server actually switched it out for me, which was super kind of her, especially on such a busy day. Overall, I would definitely give this place a try! Great service, great food, great location!
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Carmen S.

Yelp
Nice downtown restaurant. Parking is a bit challenging. The service and food make it worth the hassle. Everyone from the hostess to the waitress were pleasant and attentive. The food. It is Peruvian. So if you're expecting Mexican? You're in for a surprise. The flavor profile is different. Being Cuban, the empanadas were a surprise. They put sugar on their savory empanadas. We only do that for cheese ones. Our waitress was Mexican and we had a nice conversation about the different empanada cooking techniques. The food was exceptional. I took a star off because I specifically stated no dairy and no onions. My tacos were heavily loaded with raw onions (gross) and I had to scrape those and the cheese/crema off my food. Spouses plate sized burrito looked amazing. He couldn't even finish it! If we lived in the area? We would return often.
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Terry F.

Yelp
Simply fabulous. I lived in Mexico City and the enchiladas verdes here were the best I have had in the States. The ambiance and location is great. The starter chips were a good choice and my life loved her selection of tacos. I found the seats a bit uncomfortable and the service, while good, left some room for improvement. Easy online reservations are a big plus and we were seated promptly. One of our best dinners in Huntsville. Highly recommended!
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Brice D.

Yelp
The staff was very nice and welcoming. All the food I had and my rest our party was all fresh and well seasoned. Would recommend if you are on the lookout for a light lunch
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Sue F.

Yelp
This pretty much sums up our visit: Me, getting into the car: wow, that was bad Husband, closing my door: yeah. We specifically came for margaritas during their social hour. $3 off a set list plus seasonals. There was a table card listing seasonal drinks. I specifically asked our waitress if the Christmas margarita was considered seasonal. She assured me it was, until we got our check and she said it wasn't. I'm not arguing over $6 but $26 for two watered down drinks was not a social hour deal. It's not a deal anywhere. My husband and I shared the three different empanadas gracing the social hour menu. The chicken was delicious, the beef was ok but the fish was fishy. So much so that I didn't even get to a second bite. We ordered chips, salsa and queso for the group. The chips were great - crisp and airy. The queso was good though unremarkable, the green salsa was great. The red was a tad hot for me but everyone else at the table disagreed with me. Husband and I shared the enchiladas verdes. Three chicken enchiladas were served with a plate of nearly tasteless rice. The enchiladas were dry. Even queso didn't help. I ate half of one and my husband didn't even want my second. We didn't take home the leftover enchilada. That pretty much sums them up - not even worthy of a to-go box. With tip, our check was $90. Way too much for such a mediocre meal. We just walked in the door. Hanging up our jackets, we agreed - we won't go back.
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Lili L.

Yelp
There is a "help wanted" sign on the door, but there was only 1 other couple seated in the dining area and 3 people at the bar, so I thought it would be okay to dine here. I was wrong. I was seated in the dining area and it took awhile before the bartender came to take my order. I ordered the chips and salsa. There was a special for happy hour, but the bartender did not mention it nor did she ask which salsas I wanted, they have 3 to choose from. I was ready to also place my entree order, but after ordering the chips and salsa, the bartender just walked away. She brought the order out then said she'd give me time before ordering the entree. At this point I was seated almost 45 minutes. I finally ordered the taco plate. The rice and beans were the star of the entire meal. The shrimp taco was good. The salmon and beef were inedible. The salmon was severely overcooked and the beef tasted like old pot roast. The bartender/waitress never asked if the food was okay or if I needed anything. I had to wait a long time to pay also. I had my card on the table and the waitress just came and picked it up. She did not bother to bring me the ticket BEFORE swiping my card! Overall, very poor service. As I was leaving more staff were coming in and the new table beside me had a different waitress and she seemed attentive and informative regarding the menu. Maybe I chose the wrong time (around 3:30pm), but it definitely was not a good experience!
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Brian R.

Yelp
I did not come in with high expectations, looking at the photos. The food was pretty damn good, though. Some of the best guacamole that I've had in a long while. Ambience is nice. Bar is well stocked with tequilas, and other liquors. A nice sangria too. Service was very good. Kind, but a bit awkward. The Arrachera Bowl was tasty, a touch spicy and loaded with meat. I'll definitely be back. The food did the talking!
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Elena T.

Yelp
service was great. I would come here again. Everything was delicious and the atmosphere was friendly :)
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Sean S.

Yelp
I definitely recommend this restaurant. I brought my wife here for her birthday and it was our first time trying La Esquina Cocina and it was delicious. The food was prepared and plated beautifully and tasted just as good as it looked. The staff was also super friendly and the restaurant was very elegant and clean. The only downside is the price is a little bit high and they don't offer anything for it being your birthday but all in all a great experience.
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Mike D.

Yelp
Great service. Good food. Tried the guac n chips . Ok not great.. pork tacos good but a little oily . Enchiladas verde were good but again not mesmerizing. Also tried the weekend special mule cocktail: elegant in appearance and taste but next time I would rather have a Pacifico or modela from the taps.. Cool vibe to the decor with a giant video wall playing resort ocean scenes.. Unfortunately the seating was wooden chair seats .. no padding thus not comfortable for long handing outs. No wait on a Saturday at 5 pm but the day placed filled up by 6 pm. Free street parking is close by.
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Megan S.

Yelp
This place is always amazing, food is fantastic and service is A+!! I love that they take reservations, too!

Sean M.

Yelp
Had an enjoyable lunch break here. It was my first time dinning and Manny provided good recommendations. I'm sure to be back!
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Amanda M.

Yelp
We really enjoyed our meal here and would definitely return. Only 4 stars rather than 5 since the vibe was a bit off. I'm not really sure how to describe it. Maybe it was an off night in general in that sense. We didn't realize until after we ordered that it was happy hour. I wish this would've been pointed out to us. We will definitely pay attention to that next time. Our server was nice but not overly helpful or informative. We started with the artichoke and chorizo dip. This was great! I would've loved if it came with salsa as well. Sadly, there are no complimentary salsas offered. Perhaps that is another reason I'm not inclined to give 5 stars. My husband got 3 different tacos (fish, chorizo, and pork). His fav was the fish! We were surprised and impressed by how filled each taco was. They came with a platter of both beans and rice, which were delicious as well. I got the enchiladas verdes and really liked them. They were very filling. This dish also came with a huge side of rice. The prices seemed high for a Mexican restaurant, but the quality and portions make it worth it. We had a lot leftover and were able to eat it for lunch the next day as well. We both tried one of their holiday margaritas, and these were so yummy! I'd love to see how their regular house marg is next time. We look forward to our next visit.
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Don R.

Yelp
Was in Huntsville again this past weekend and ate here twice. The food is just so good and who doesn't like sucking down margaritas? The service was much better this time with a woman who was maybe a manager even offering to fry chips for our gluten free friend separately so she could be sure they were safe. It was a nice gesture.
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Theresa D.

Yelp
** edit : I did not reach out to the email that was added as a comment to a previous review I left. But despite the mishap of providing me a meat field empanada, even though I asked more fish, I find myself loving the establishment, the people and the food itself. So I do apologize for my previousreview. The low score was because of being handled. But ultimately, I do enjoy this location so very much.
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Renee B.

Yelp
Eager to try this new restaurant, the four of us tried different entrees. Starting off with a margarita, we were disappointed. Served in a highball glass, it came with one small lime cube. The taste was lacking and somewhat bitter. Looking around, we liked the modern feel of the place and, it was clean. There is a very large screen on the main wall showing scenic photos. However, we all wondered why they show Tahiti in a mexican restaurant. The Entrees are innovative and well described. My Chicken Quesadillia was very differant than any other Mexican eatery. Nothing special, it lacked a noticible flavor and was red-sauced. In fact, everyone's chicken something was red. Not our first choice. The portions were generous well presented. We need downtown restaurants, so I wish them well.
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Rick R.

Yelp
During our business travel from Texas we stopped in la Esquina Cocina for dinner. I ordered some asada street tacos. I was craving some good tacos. A was disappointed to see the meat had a lot of marble, meat was dry and lacking good authentic seasoning. Big disappointment

Monica H.

Yelp
I've been here a couple of times and have enjoyed it every time. Their tacos are solid. My favorite is the carne asada. They also have some of the best chips and guac in town! During my last visit, my favorite item was actually the seasonal vanilla chai old fashion. It was delicious and I hope to try more of their seasonal fall drinks.
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Randy B.

Yelp
We were first timers last night, but not last timers. This is very nice upscale Mexican restaurant without the upscale prices. It has a very nice modern industrial style atmosphere. A superb bar and cocktail menu. David was our server and he was excellent. We had a group of eight and we never felt rushed or forgotten. We ordered four different meals and served them family style around the table. Every thing was delicious. We'll be back next week to try something different.
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Ashley S.

Yelp
Yep, this is delicious!!! Came here for late lunch/ early dinner with friends and it didn't disappoint. They are also part of the craft cocktail trail and make great margaritas! I ordered my usual... carne asada tacos. They were amazing. Even the rice and beans were top notch. We also got the queso and salsa. Both delicious!! I will definitely be back and was very happy with the quality of food and the atmosphere.
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Tracy C.

Yelp
La Esquina Cocina is a beautiful, modern restaurant with good service and great food. Our family all ordered various tacos, with the Cochinita Pibil being the standout favorite. Next was the Carnitas. The rest were good as well (we also had the grilled shrimp and grilled pescado.) Service was quick and attentive.
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Brandon E.

Yelp
What can I say other than I fell in love. Beautiful plating, amazing service, and most of all the best Mexican I've ever had. With my mother being Argentinian one of the best delights is a nice empanada, and I got that here. Please go in lunch time for the best prices and eat something your mind can be blown away from!
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Tekia H.

Yelp
I'm in Huntsville for the weekend, and my friend selected this place for dinner. The restaurant is actually very nice on the inside. There's a bar area, but what really stood out to me were the live plants throughout the restaurant. It was esthetically pleasing. There is also outside seating with heat lamps. It was a little cold to sit outside this time but still a nice option. There was a small wait but not overwhelmingly long. The nice thing was they provided the option to be added on the waitlist, and you'll receive text when your table is ready. The menu is virtual instead of traditional menus. During my wait, I looked through the menu. The menu isn't extensive, but I did see several things that I'd be interested in trying. I decided on the nachos and added chicken. Very good choice. My best description of the food was very fresh and flavorful. The tortilla chips were a perfect crisp and texture for me. I was very pleased. My other party ordered the empanadas de carne and tacos with various flavors. I didn't get to try these, but they looked very tasty. Overall, very satisfying experience.
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Jim G.

Yelp
1) Food was great (all but 1 meal out of 11 people) 2) Great atmosphere 3) Casual dress but don't look like a bum. 4) good value and great service. Best Tortilla Chips I have ever put in my mouth and yes I have traveled all over central and South America Dislikes. 1) Only 1. Enchiladas was cold in middle like it came out of Fridge and was not reheated correctly. 2) chicken , fish, and pork was great but over cooked by a few degrees. If it were not for 1 bad meal of 11 it would have been 4.5 stars but I'm gonna stick with 4. Go here. We walked back to hotel thru the park. I will go here again. UPDATE: After reading the reply from the restaurant you can bet that next trip to Huntsville, this will be on my radar. You should put it on yours as well. Thanks for a great dining experience.
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Bailey B.

Yelp
I tried out La Esquina Cocina on Monday, grabbing lunch for carryout since I wanted to eat in the comfort of my home. Overall, I was pleased with my experience! I initially tried to place an order online through (I think) a 3rd party website linked to their Google page, but after filling out my order and putting in card info, it seemed like my order didn't go through, as I never got to a confirmation screen or email. I decided I'd just walk over and ask what had happened and place an order in person if it didn't work out online. I was greeted quickly upon walking in and the friendly staff member checked to see if my order was in the system. It wasn't, so I placed an order to go and sat down to wait. He quickly brought my receipt over and I was pleased to find it about $10 less than what it was going to be had I actually ordered online. Pay attention to service fees, folks! Lol. Despite having only just placed my order, it came out quickly - I was definitely waiting for less than 10 minutes. Granted, it was a pretty simple order, but still! Good service. The inside of the restaurant is very pretty and modern looking. Big spacious windows and open spaces, plus a view into the kitchen. There was a slightly off odor that day, but it looked like they had the bar closed and were working on fixing/changing something, so I'll chalk it up to a construction-y smell. Anyway, I got my food home and set to eating. I ordered a quesadilla with chicken as well as totopos with queso. I agree with other reviewers that prices do sting a little bit; it was ~$20 before tip for those two items. That being said, I do think the quality of the food is noticeably better here than at other Tex-Mex / Mexican restaurants in town that I have visited. You'd also, normally, be paying some for the price of the atmosphere, which again I found quite nice. My quesadilla was cut into three large triangles and came with a scoop of guacamole and a cup of sour cream. It was lightly toasty and crispy. The chicken was cut into small pieces rather than shredded, which is definitely my preference. It was well seasoned and melded perfectly with a blend of gooey orange and white cheeses. It was also only the tiniiiiest bit soggy at the center by the time I was done eating, which is honestly pretty good considering I had to haul it all the way home, it was loaded with toppings, and I took my time noshing on it. The totopos and queso were also quite yummy! A little extra salt for the chips would've been appreciated, but you can tell they're made fresh. Little thicker than standard chips, but that just makes them more stable vessels for dip! Lol. The queso was a little thinner than I'm used to which made it slightly runny, but the flavor was really there and I couldn't stop eating it! It was a very large serving and more than I could finish, so remember that when considering the price too! It is plenty to share. :) Overall, I'd definitely grab food from here again. I wish I'd visited earlier when they were focused on a more tapas style menu, but some of those items remain as appetizers and I would love to sit down sometime and try a drink and some apps with friends, family, or fiancé.
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Shan W.

Yelp
Checks all the boxes of what makes a great downtown restaurant. Spacious, upscale ambiance, quick and friendly service, and genuinely tasty food and drinks. From the queso, to the carne asada taco trio, to the tres leches cake, and of course, the margaritas - everything was flavorful, fresh, and on point. Looking forward to our return!
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Lita G.

Yelp
Finally stopped by this spot, and decided to do brunch since the menu looked very appealing. The place is very pretty, and as I walked in I noticed they even had live music going on, which was a great touch. I went alone and the staff was very nice about it. I went ahead and sat at the bar, where the bartender took care of explaining which drinks she recommended, so I went ahead and ordered the tamarindo margarita, when she said they had tajín for the rim of the glass I had to go for it. Then I ordered the chilaquiles rojos with over medium eggs, everything was delicious and I was impressed by how well the eggs came out. In all, a great dining experience, looking forward to return!
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Jennifer S.

Yelp
My husband and I went to La Esquina Cocina on a Saturday evening. The place was not packed, so we were a bit nervous. But IT WAS AMAZING! We had tacos and a bowl. The meats were so flavorful and so good. We loved and will definitely go back soon.
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Terese J.

Yelp
Ain't no way you go here and don't feel satisfied afterwards. Me and my nephew order tacos to go.. and I can't speak highly enough of how tasty and delicious these taco were. My nephew took one bite and looked at me with a wow face and said why these are so good!! Like why tete...I literally said let us say grace again cause this deserve another thanks y'all the sauce they put on these tacos are a tastebud trip to wonderland...the freaking shrimp ( mind you these are whole shrimps they put in here not the cut up shrimps you get from some of these skimpy restaurants) taco was.. well I can't explain how good is was there no words..the slaw they put on it with the sauce though!! Slapping!!! Straight bussin!!! I live almost 2 hours away and I will be going back again today to get more shrimp tacos ..think it's a game!!!
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Olivia N.

Yelp
Wow I'm shocked! This place is way better than I expected. The vibe is amazing, the servers were super nice. We stopped in for a snack and drinks on my birthday, and had a great time. The guac, salsa, and cheese dip were all great! The flavors were wonderful and honestly unexpected. It was very clean, and the food was wonderful. Margs were good too! Will be back.

Hannah Y.

Yelp
Best fish tacos and queso I've ever had, very authentic and honestly I would say best Mexican food in Huntsville!! Highly recommend!!

Kristin B.

Yelp
This place is absolutely fantastic. The drinks are amazing. I especially like the white sangria. All the food is so fresh and the service and owners are wonderful. Highly recommend.

Mike S.

Yelp
Brunch is excellent. Service is prompt and anticipatory. We enjoy our visits. Don't miss the opportunity to partake in brunch or supper.
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Brittany H.

Yelp
Environment was very fresh & inviting Went on a Sunday (late morning/early afternoon) live music was lovely Food was delish & drinks were great Will def be going back again soon, But the only negative thing i have to say is that chips & salsa should complimentary be served upon seating once a drink order has been placed. The menu is already pricey so it would nice if guests received that.
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Jaden B.

Yelp
My girlfriend and I came here for date night at 6:30, since we were in the mood for good Mexican food. She picked this place, since we pass by it on our walks downtown and it was new to us. I got the asada bowl with no guacamole and a Dos Equis Ambar to drink. Emily got the pollo bowl with a pineapple margarita to drink. Overall, I'm glad she picked this place because the food was excellent. Our waiter was very friendly and made sure what we wanted, since we were unsure on what to get.

Jason A.

Yelp
Food and drinks aren't great. Huge televisions with drone footage of Dubai. Do yourself a favor and go to a decent Mexican-themed restaurant instead. To be fair, food was edible and we didn't get food poisoning, but it certainly didn't qualify as "good"
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D Z.

Yelp
We came from charlotte NC to Huntsville and had brunch at this wonderful restaurant The food was amazing and the service was excellent Highly recommend
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Cash F.

Yelp
I eat here a few times a week. I love everything on the menu and almost every time I get their charcuterie board for an appetizer. Amazing staff and ambiance.
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Colin T.

Yelp
We've been wanting to try La Esquina Cocina for a while now and I'll say it did not disappoint. We went for brunch on the weekend and had mimosas and margaritas, can't go wrong there! Highly recommend the spicy marg and guava mimosa. The taco plate comes with 3 tacos of your choice and they were all great. You should definitely order some queso and salsa as an appetizer. The chips seemed to be fresh and house made. The restaurant decor was nice and very modern. They have plenty of indoor seating as well as some tables outside. They had live music on the patio with an outdoor pass through to the bar inside. The bathrooms were also very clean. Located pretty central to downtown, it's within walking distance of your favorite bars and Big Spring Park. We will definitely be back some time for dinner. One of our new favorite spots in downtown Huntsville.

David D.

Yelp
Loved it here! Nice space. Not over the top decor. Host and server were both very nice and helpful. Prices are incredibly reasonable, especially with how good the food is. The chips and queso are terrific. Light and airy but with a good crunch. Would have been happy with just this for my meal. Kids loved the cheese and chicken quesadillas. Wife loved the shrimp bowl. Best quesadilla I've had in a long long time. Shrimp was cooked perfectly. Can't wait to try the carne asada tacos next time! Love that it's a locally owned and operated place as well. Always want to support our local business owners!

Harland D.

Yelp
The food was quite delicious, but the fillings (beef) tasted the same. The trio starter of salsa (red), queso, and salsa verde were good. The red was much too spicy--couldn't eat it. We had attended a concert at the VBC close by, and the heat of the day 95 degrees + ... made us look forward to a comfortable place in which to dine. Unfortunately, this restaurant has no blinds, no shades, no anything over their WEST-facing windows. And, guess where they wanted to seat us...This took away greatly from an enjoyable experience. The waiters were very congenial.
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Tasha B.

Yelp
Great spot! Went there for brunch with my parents and we ate everything on our plates! They also had live music who he was really great, and it was at a good volume so we could enjoy it but still talking!
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Crystal P.

Yelp
First time here and it will not be the last. Before I get started on this review, I want to brag about their late night hours and menu. It's much needed in a growing city like Huntsville. I was ecstatic to find out about it. Moving on to the food... I loved the homemade chips that came with the salsa. I'm not normally a fan of thick homemade chips but these had an addicting taste. The salsas were great as well. We both ordered the asada bowls, and asked for a side of hot sauce. The bowls had great flavor. We just both wish the steak was a bit more tender and less over cooked. The margarita were great! Not too sweet and that's my number one praise. Flavored margaritas tend to be tooooo sugary and make you sick, but these weren't like that. They were perfectly mixed. I like having the option to get a chili rim too. Service was great! Chandler was very attentive and extremely personable. We'd go back just to sit at his table. The restaurant has a very modern environment, was very open, and very clean.
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Carolee L.

Yelp
Service was great. Food was great. We all got the 3 tacos & no one was disappointed. They all had so much flavor. The shrimp option is offered as grilled even though the menu said fried, which made me upgrade to 5 stars. The guacamole was really good. The chips were handmade. I prefer the thinner ones, but they weren't too salty. We went on a Wednesday & I was surprised at how busy it was at 7pm. I guess it shows the word is out that this place is delish! Support local & our downtown businesses!!
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Eva H.

Yelp
I'm downgrading this place. I don't want to. However, they've changed the menu since we first went. I get why--folks are used to rice and beans and burritos and such--but the taste honestly has suffered. Service is always top notch, the salsas are always on point, but if I wanted bland tacos or (and I cringe to even bring this item up) eggs undercooked in salsa I'd make them myself. And frankly, these options aren't bringing anything fun or interesting to the table. I miss the authentic, delicious, DIFFERENT menu items. This is just expensive Rosie's, to me.
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Alexis M.

Yelp
I love this place! They have Vegan options (with alternatives) and vegetarian options. My husband had the Shrimp Bowl, I had the veggie tacos and we shared the chips and guacamole Yummy....everything was real good, fresh, and honestly the best Mexican food I've had in the South and that says a lot from a girl from Cali (home of the best Mexican Food). Drinks are a winner as well! When in Huntsville, this will now be my "go to" spot! the icing on the cake is that the Staff delivered great service! La Esquina Cocina for the Win!!!!
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Kimberly D.

Yelp
This place is so good. I order the shrimp bowl. But I've only been at lunch. But let me tell you, it is delicious!! Also really good service. And the place is quaint and comfortable
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Laura S.

Yelp
I love this upscale Mexican restaurant! The shrimp bowl is my favorite and their margaritas are delicious.
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Garth N.

Yelp
We have been here many times over the last couple of years - authentic and upscale Mexican with fresh juice margaritas. I recommend the blood orange margarita. The shrimp bowl, tacos Al pastor, chorizo artichoke dip... if you don't like all the rice and beans of typical Tex Mex, but you love fresh squeezed margaritas- this is your place.