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Cocorenos
Master Critic Review
Cocorenos
7.9
Mexican cantina adjoined to the Reno Room bar serves elevated street food with vegan and carnivore options in Belmont Heights. Famous for $1.50 Taco Tuesdays and strong Cadillac margaritas in a hip atmosphere with pool tables and late-night hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cancun Salad, Shrimp Tacos, Breakfast Burrito
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Taco Tuesday deals with bar atmosphere and late-night availability
Who should go: Night owls, taco lovers, and groups seeking casual fun
When to visit: Tuesday for $1.50 tacos, late night after bars
What to order: Shrimp tacos, Cancun salad, Cadillac margarita
Insider tip: Eat at the counter for entertaining kitchen interaction with chef Jose
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on 2nd Street and surrounding blocks, typically easy to find. Meter-free after 6pm. Can also park in nearby public lots.
Dress code: Super casual - jeans, t-shirts, beach attire all welcome. This is a laid-back cantina bar.
Noise level: Lively to loud - music and bar crowd energy. Better for groups than intimate conversation.
Weekend wait: 15-30 min wait typical Friday/Saturday nights. No reservations, first-come basis.
Weekday lunch: Walk right in, rarely a wait. Taco Tuesdays get packed 6-9pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - multiple veggie tacos, veggie burrito, and salads. Well-marked on menu.
Vegan options: Yes - dedicated vegan section with plant-based proteins and dairy-free options.
Gluten-free options: Limited - can do bowl-style without tortilla, some salads. No dedicated GF tortillas.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better as a second or third date spot. It's loud, casual, and bar-adjacent - great if you want active energy and aren't worried about deep conversation, but skip if you want romantic ambiance.
Can I get a table without a reservation? They don't take reservations - it's all walk-in. Weeknights are easy, but arrive before 7pm on Taco Tuesday or expect a 20-30 min wait. Weekends get busy after 8pm.
Is it kid-friendly? Kid-friendly until about 8pm, then it shifts to bar crowd. Early dinner works fine - kids menu available, casual vibe. After 9pm it's definitely adults-only energy.
Best For
Better for: Best for late-night munchies (open past midnight), dive bar vibes with quality food, unbeatable Taco Tuesday value, and group hangs where everyone wants different things. The vegan options outshine most Mexican spots.
Skip if: You want quiet romantic dining, authentic regional Mexican cuisine, or family dinner after 8pm. Also skip if you're looking for upscale presentation - this is street food elevated, not fine dining.