La Cocina Mexican Restaurant | Cary
$ • Mexican, Vegetarian
Hours:
100 Macgregor Pines Dr, Cary
(919) 467-0780
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🚨 When “20% Tip” Magically Becomes 22.78%… Math Crimes at the Dinner Table! 🍽️✖️➗
So here’s the scam: my bill was $54.38 (with $4.15 tax). The restaurant suggested tips of:
20% = $12.39
18% = $11.15
15% = $9.29
Cute, right? Except… the math doesn’t add up. At all.
A real 20% tip on the pre-tax subtotal of $50.23 should be $10.05. Even if you include tax, it should be $10.87. Instead, their “20%” was actually 22.78%.
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The restaurant has been tastefully redecorated - a modern, clean look, with big windows looking out over the pond next door, and a nice outdoor dining area. tasteful, not loud background music. This is definitely NOT a typical tex-mex place. The chef has trained in Mexico, and the dishes are all superbly prepared. We go to Mexico frequently, and the tortilla soup was among the very best we've ever tasted. The mole enchiladas were superbly rich and flavorful. The flan's description...read full review
Delicioso 😋 todo muy delicioso
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
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La Cocina Mexican Restaurant is a solid, no-fuss spot known for its tasty and affordable Mexican food. It offers a comfortable and clean dining environment that can accommodate both small and larger groups, making it a popular choice for families and gatherings. The restaurant’s menu features various dishes, including lunch specials and vegetarian options, all served steaming hot and at reasonable prices. Many customers praise the food for being fresh, flavorful, and better than many other places in the US, with some even comparing it favorably to food in Mexico.
The staff at La Cocina are friendly, attentive, and accommodating, often checking on guests to ensure satisfaction. Service is quick and efficient, and the restaurant is noted for its excellent customer service. Visitors appreciate the relaxed atmosphere, with some mentioning the Western-themed decor and TVs in the dining area, which are usually muted for a peaceful experience. The restaurant also provides amenities like a hand sanitizer station, reflecting a focus on cleanliness and safety.
While most reviews highlight positive experiences, a few mention minor issues, such as a language barrier with servers or strong perfume smells from staff. One regular customer shared that their usual salsa was occasionally watery, but overall, the food remains consistently delicious. La Cocina is praised as a favorite local spot for casual Mexican dining, offering good food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere for any party size.