La Cocinita Restaurant

1625 Chicago Ave, Evanston
(847) 332-1625

Recent Reviews

Shae Synnestvedt

They hook it up with the bowls!!! Can feed me for at least 2 meals, and all the ingredients are so fresh and flavorful. Obviously as everyone has already said, the arepas are delicious, I have also enjoyed thier tacos. Tip, I love to top my bowl with the arepa CHIPS and the pico that comes with it. Never dined in, but delivery is always speedy and everything arrives correct, neatly packaged and hot! I believe the owners moved here from New Orleans, and they have added such a fantastic and fun option to the roto. We literally order every week! These folks are clearly paying attention and care a whole lot about the high quality food they are serving to the community.Dietary restrictions: I believe their menu is largely gluten free.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Arepa Chips & Pico De Gallo, Tostones

Dani K.

The arepas and bowls are so good! Everything I've tried here has been so flavorful and fresh.

Zack Ellis

Arepas were

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jessica Leving Siegel

Delicious - and love that they have an option to buy meals for hungry families!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

graham krenz

Those were probably the best arepas I have eaten in my life. Wow. Do the staff a favour and order in advance though, there’s not a great spot to wait and you’ll be in the way. The food was amazing, quantity was perfect. Seriously delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Lillian Dolan

So so good. Been here many many times. So flavorful love everything here. One thing is it takes a while so be prepared to wait longer for carryout than other places. Like 20-30 mins sometimes.

Kimberly F.

The Arepas!!!!! The best ones I've ever had. The beef is tender and the cornbread is so fluffy and delicious. The portion size is also great.

Lauryn W.

Was blown away from the food here. Stopped in with my mom. Dining area was small so be aware if a large group! Everything was made fresh to order and was beyond great. Can't wait to eat here again!!!

Kyle Fahey

Very very good. If you're not familiar with Arepas, they are Venezuela's heartier version of a taco. I highly recommend this place for diving into authentic South American flavors.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tara Mease

gluten free arepas, delicious and filling and just what you want on a chilly day! i got la sifrina, and came back again to get them again the next day ?Dietary restrictions: each time i ordered, i said "i'm gluten free" and the different employees each said "great these are the categories that are all gluten free"

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Bugajski

I walk past this store every day, but I finally had the opportunity to stop and get lunch. The arepas were absolutely delicious, and definitely worth stopping for. I ordered take out and service was quick. Food held up well after 15 minutes of travel. I plan on coming back for lunch again soon to try more from the menu!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: El Pabellon

Daryl Nitz

This place great. Staff is so kind. Very unique items. I'd try it again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karl V.

Ironically the best tacos in Evanston are across the street from Whole Foods in this sleeper storefront!

Richard A. Fisher

Had no idea that this place served freshly made, high-quality food . Really enjoyed it !Had the braised chicken tacos and they were

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Caty W.

I absolutely love this restaurant. The food here is probably my favorite in Evanston. I feel like it is always very reliable, with good portions for the price. Also, the restaurant always sends out some promo codes in their emails, so I'm always more inclined to order :) Honestly, everything on their menu is so good, but I love the steak tacos. The filling in the taco is just the best combination and they always accommodate customizations as well!

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