La Cocina Port Townsend

Probably one of the better margaritas I’ve had, the tacos Al Pastor style were delish, very large portion of meat (if you are looking for value and taste).

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had Mole enchiladas and pork burrito. Very little taste. Wife liked the salsa, I thought it was meh. Slow service. Prices were high but that's what you get in the location. They charge 4% but don't tell you. Might be waved if you pay cash but they didn't show us a bill until I asked for a receipt. If it is posted on the menu or door I didn't see it. Approximately zero percent chance we return.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Great salsa.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Ordered the queso. Very bland - zero flavor. Odd consistency, and texture. ordered the carne asada steak - two tacos. Pretty sure the meat is pot roast with onions, cilantro and verde sauce. Only Flavor came from the onions and cilantro. Ordered the mole con pollo - it was okay but wouldn’t order it again. Small portion for the price. Came with rice and black beans that were pretty bland as well. Drank water and both cups were dirty so stopped drinking the water. Bill was $69. Overall pretty disappointed in this restaurant. At least the staff were very friendly.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 4

Customtrips.travel Extremly beautiful wine bar on the coast. Had great platter and Sangeria. Excellent!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Servers were very good. Pork tacos excellent.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

We had chicken mole and enchiladas as well as a hibiscus tea and a hot chocolate. Everything was very delicious and the service was wonderful. My husband said it reminds him of eating in a small café in Mexico. My only dislike was the Nirvana music pounding out of the kitchen because the dining room and the kitchen are all one space. Some interesting Mexican music would have been great.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Overpriced, bland, and not authentic at all. The chips and salsa were awful, how do you mess up a simple Mexican salsa so badly? I didn’t even know it was possible. Avoid this restaurant and spend your money elsewhere.

This is the worst Mexican food I’ve ever had in my entire life. The salsa is awful, it’s tasted like tomato sauce, the kind you would put in pasta. It was blended into a purée that resembles baby food. The tacos are extremely overpriced for what you get. They don’t even come with rice and beans like most restaurants have. The tacos lack flavor and seasoning, I couldn’t eat it. This restaurant was so disappointing. Don’t let the photos fool you.

If you’re passing through Port Townsend on your way home to Port Angeles, do yourself a favor and stop at LA Cocina—a hidden gem we discovered during a quick pitstop off the ferry. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel right at home. Our waitress was incredibly attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal.
The food was just as memorable. The carne asada tacos were beautifully cooked and packed with flavor, while the vegan burrito was hearty, delicious, and satisfying—proof that LA Cocina knows how to do plant-based right. Everything tasted exceptionally fresh, from the vibrant homemade salsa to the crispy chips, all prepared right in front of us in the open kitchen.
LA Cocina’s commitment to quality and hospitality shines through in every detail. Whether you’re a meat lover or a vegan, this place is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Mexican food with outstanding service in Port Townsend. Highly recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

La Cocina was excellent!! The food was amazing and the service perfect and the atmosphere was perfect as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had a wonderful dinner at La Cocina! This restaurant has outdoor seating and is dog friendly. Riley and Autumn delivered delicious food, drinks and service. We ordered the painted hills carne asada and the pork Chile Verde. All the sauces were phenomenal and the house made chips and tortillas are delish!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent food, excellent margaritas and excellent service. We love this place. And most important of all, they are dog friendly outside.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rare to find Mexican food this authentic north of Southern California and Texas, let alone this good. I will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Truly excellent Mexican food and great service. I had the pork chile verde and everything about the dish was perfect, especially the verde sauce. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5