Spontaneous vibes & killer Mexican dishes like 15-hr birria & masa pancakes. A must-visit uptown gem.
Sonal Shah reviews Cocina Consuelo, a vibrant Mexican restaurant in Hamilton Heights known for its spontaneous atmosphere and exceptional dishes like birria and masa pancakes, calling it a New York love song.
Cocina Consuelo, a vibrant Mexican restaurant in Hamilton Heights, offers a unique and lively dining experience that captures the spirit of a supper club. Known for its spontaneous atmosphere and meticulously prepared dishes, it's a spot that truly feels like a New York love song. From breakfast to dinner, expect meticulously crafted Mexican cuisine that's both comforting and exciting, making it a worthwhile trip for any food enthusiast.
Cocina Consuelo is celebrated for its authentic and meticulously prepared Mexican cuisine, with standout dishes including the 15-hour birria, masa pancakes, and hibiscus 'tinga' quesadillas. While most dishes receive high marks, one review mentioned not loving the mole. The restaurant is recommended for breakfast, brunch, and dinner.
"Standout dishes include the 15-hour birria, masa pancakes, tuna confit stuffed jalapeños, bone marrow, and hibiscus 'tinga' quesadillas. The torta and mole negro with duck leg are also mentioned."
Customers overwhelmingly praise Cocina Consuelo, highlighting its exceptional and unique Mexican dishes, lively atmosphere, and overall memorable dining experience.
Important Note
The restaurant can be busy at night, and it is walk-in only. One reviewer did not love the mole dish.
"This is listed as one of several Mexican restaurant recommendations."
Neutral"The commenter suggested Cocina Consuelo as a vegetarian-friendly brunch option. It is a recommended spot for the occasion."
Positive"The commenter recommends Cocina Consuelo for its bone marrow birria."
Positive"Cocina Consuelo can be busy at night, but brunch and lunch are more relaxed. The staff are friendly and it's more enjoyable when not slammed."
Positive"The commenter highly recommends Cocina Consuelo and suggests mentioning neighborhood residency to the staff."
Positive"The commenter had Cocina Consuelo on their list of places to try."
Neutral"The user inquired about whether extra discounts for Cocina Consuelo are random after seeing one on their website."
Neutral"Cocina Consuelo is recommended. The small bakery next door is also surprisingly good."
Positive"The hibiscus tinga quesadilla at Cocina Consuelo is described as divine."
Positive"Cocina Consuelo is a recommended spot for Masa Pancakes and Chorizo Quesadilla."
Neutral"Casa Consuelo in West Harlem was noted for recently being named one of the NYT top 100 restaurants."
Positive"Cocina Consuelo was recommended for its delicious food, noted as being on the more expensive side for sit-down restaurants, and conveniently located closer to East Harlem."
Positive"This user called out Cocina Consuelo as an example of the good spread of cuisines and price points on the NYT list."
Neutral"Echoing a previous sentiment, the author also expresses pleasure at seeing Cocina Consuelo mentioned and recognized."
Positive"The author finds a particular list to be quite good and is especially pleased to see Cocina Consuelo receive recognition, calling it one of their favorite restaurants from the previous year."
Positive"The user had the duck leg with mole negro last weekend."
Neutral"The masa pancake from Cocina Consuelo is unreal."
Positive"The author suggests the Masa Pancakes from Cocina Consuelo for someone who likes less traditional pancakes."
Neutral"Recommends Cocina Consuelo for their Einspanner."
Positive"Prefers dinner over brunch at Cocina Consuelo."
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