Cocina Real Mexican Restaurant

Stopped here on a Saturday night, from out of town. Downtown is dark at night and it's hard to tell this was a Mexican restaurant from a distance. The windows were wet with condensation from the air conditioner and humidity so you cannot see inside before entering. From a recommendation from a local who was coming out of BBQ restaurant about 3/4 mile up the street, she said the Mexican restaurant is way better especially after dark because the BBQ restaurant runs out of things and is not as fresh. So I went to the Mexican restaurant based on her recommendation. The staff was friendly inside Cocina Real. The food was fast and very good. The tacos come with dual corn tortillas and meat. Anything else you want on it is at a mini salad style bar. They do charge a bit extra for credit c

We truly enjoy eating here. The kids eat more then just the cheese. The Street tacos are seasoned and generously portioned. I can get an elote here. The service is wonderful. Always a friendly face and efficient. You will enjoy this jem in Roanoke.

I was there for late lunch. My table was horrible because I was facing the wall & I was in a corner; but since I was dining alone, I didn’t want to complain. I felt rushed to make an order even though the restaurant continued to empty as I sat there; but I had literally just clocked out, so I was ready to slow down. I received my birria tacos very quickly after ordering them, however that’s kind of where service slowed nearly to a stop. I was asked by various staff members early in my visit how everything was & received refills adequately. Dessert was not available even though they have several to choose from on the menu. My ticket sat on the table with payment ready long enough for me to empty my glass again. There is an additional 4% charge for all payments unless you pay with cash and a

As an out of town contractor working & lodging in the area.. this has been my go-to spot for consistently delicious food and menu selection. I think others might agree as I've seen more people dining in here on my several visits than anywhere else in the area. I wish they were open on Sunday.

Great local restaurant, staff are fast and friendly and bring the refills fast. The cheese dip was good and the tacos were tender. Would recommend if in the area.