Cocina Economica
(Now Closed)Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Upper West Side, New York
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EaterOctober 28, 2013Head to this well-reviewed restaurant for monster tortas, tacos made with fresh tortillas, hearty egg dishes, and fresh baked pastries. Nothing on the menu is over $12. Order the avocado cornbread.
The Wall Street JournalFebruary 26, 2013Start with antojitos—street snacks—like the fun meatball and chorizo fondue or the avocado cornbread. The avocado adds "a moist texture that people really enjoy and find interesting." Read more
Lesley KJuly 21, 2013The cazuelas of fresh fish or shrimp are where it's at! Always such fresh & bright flavors. Go here instead of Rosa, the drinks are better too & the bar much more fun to sit at.
ChubbyChineseGirlFebruary 21, 2013The octopus taco was fantastic. Even at the insane $4 a pop. Ceviche with conch. So good. The large dishes of stewed pork and fava beans. Even though I was sad Recipe closed. This is Muy bueno too.
Serious EatsApril 3, 2013Slightly elevated Mexican home cooking in a cozy and fun setting. Though not a destination restaurant, it's a boon to the Upper West Side's Mexican food scene.
Lisa ParavanoJanuary 4, 2014best, most creative casual resto on the UWS.. the decor is great & the food is superb.. always a fave go-to in the culinary wasteland of the UWS.
Greg Wong 🎯January 4, 2014There's a lot of east village charm and character here. Surprising for the UWS. Brunch is a great deal.
Make sure to order the meatballs and chorizo. Standout dish. The avocado corn bread is also great.
Sean WilkinsOctober 23, 2013Fish taco special was solid. And the Valentina cocktail was killer too. Good food all around here.
Danielle LandauAugust 8, 2013Delicious salmon cooked in a banana leaf! Spicy, but not too spicy. Platanos were awesome!
Fun Foodie NYC ToursJune 21, 2013Great Mexican food and a fun time. Also a stop on our Spring Up to The West Side tour.
Kate CluteJanuary 19, 2013Good food, cool decor that felt very un-UWS, reasonable prices. Will definitely go back!
Huauzontle. this mystery vegetable is the best thing ever. try any dish that has it.
BrandonAugust 29, 2014Location is closing on 8/31. Too bad, great lunch specials. They have two other restaurants in the city.
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