Cocotazo
This East Harlem spot serves nostalgic Puerto Rican homestyle cooking, from savory pernil to crispy bacalaítos.
- Wed – Thu, 12:00 – 19:00; Fri – Sat, 13:00 – 21:00; Sun, 11:00 – 18:00
- $$
- 349 E 109th St
- 4.5 (573 reviews)
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Description
Inside, the decor transports guests straight to the island, where diners can sip a Coco Lima or fresh natural juice while watching customers play dominoes at the tables. The kitchen turns out dishes like savory guava-glazed ribs, alcapurrias, and bistec encebollado served with seasoned beans. The hospitable staff and chef routinely check on tables, adding to a welcoming atmosphere that makes the space feel like eating in a family kitchen, rounded out by a popular tres leches cake.