Welcome to Carnitas la Cotorra
Carnitas la Cotorra, a Mexican specialty food haven located in Garland, TX, offers a wide array of delicious dishes that have garnered rave reviews from customers. From the mouth-watering tacos de trompo to the flavorful gringas and tender carnitas, every item on the menu is packed with taste and authenticity. The humble setting may not boast extravagant decor, but the food speaks for itself, prepared with love and pride. The standout dish, tacos de trompo, is a must-try, showcasing crispy, porky goodness that will leave you craving for more. Don't judge a book by its cover - step into Carnitas la Cotorra and experience a melt-in-your-mouth delight like no other.
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3031 S 1st St Garland, TX 75041 Hotline: (214) 703-3100
Welcome to Carnitas la Cotorra, a hidden gem in Garland, Texas, that promises an authentic Mexican culinary experience like no other. This specialty food restaurant not only offers a variety of mouthwatering dishes but also provides top-notch services such as takeout, delivery, and outdoor seating. With a plethora of amenities like private parking, TV, and a welcoming atmosphere for both kids and groups, Carnitas la Cotorra ensures a memorable dining experience for all.
Customer reviews rave about the tantalizing tacos de trompo, juicy burgers, and flavorful fajita tacos that are simply irresistible. The red potatoes, salsa verde, and riotous red, porky trompo tacos are standout favorites that keep patrons coming back for more. The care and pride put into each dish are evident, making every bite a burst of authentic Mexican flavors.
Despite its humble appearance, with plastic bench seats and Formica tables, Carnitas la Cotorra's true charm lies in its delectable offerings that speak volumes. From crispy pork to gooey melty asadero cheese, every dish is crafted with love and attention to detail. Whether you're indulging in the gringas or savoring the tender carnitas, each bite will transport you to the vibrant streets of Mexico.
Don't pass by this unassuming taqueria without stepping in to savor the flavors of Carnitas la Cotorra. Prepare to be delighted by the tantalizing aromas, bold flavors, and warm hospitality that await you at this culinary haven. Visit us today and experience the true essence of Mexican cuisine at Carnitas la Cotorra.
Great tacos especially tacos de trompo. The fries and salsa are great too. Burgers and fajita tacos are good and actually everything on the menu is good and tasty. Try them out.
Trompo is always delicious they have a buy 20 get 5 free for 35.99 only options are trompo, chicken or carnitas but for the price it is totally worth it to feed your whole family! I did also order some fajita but it actually seems more like bistec which kinda had a lot of fat on it only reason for my 4 stars other than that this place is really good! The red potatoes they give you also super tasty! There green salsa was extra spicy just how I like it. When in garland make sure to try these bad boys out.
The gringas are amazing !! A must everytime I go ! Love it and the sals verde to top it off is **chefs kiss*
The trompo torta is so good! The trompo tacos are good too. The carnitas tacos were okay.
I also get tacos de trompo and they're always so good. Sometimes they are a little too greasy but hey they're "street" style tacos so can't get upset over that and the salsa verde is so good! The black red looking salsa is not so good in my opinion it doesn't have flavor and has a weird taste but it's just my opinion. I love that they always give you a little potato too they're so cute and delicious!
These are the true OMG tacos. The meat coming from the trompo is perfectly cooked and charred just right on the edges. I am very surprised there are not that many reviews of this place. The carnitas are tender and cooked just right to perfection. Who can beat perfection for a 1.30 each taco.
We LOVE the Tacos de Trompo from Carnitas La Cotorra!! Riotous red, chewy, porky, crispy goodness served with some cooked onions and a tiny boiled potato -- we crave these!! The restaurant is located in a dingy 4-store strip in the parking lot of a larger more decrepit strip center across First Street from Fiesta, but the adage applies: From humble places, great food flows. The restaurant is maybe 20 feet wide and long like a boxcar. Interior and decor are nothing special at all - plastic formed bench seats and Formica tables dominated by a huge Coke machine in the dining area. BUT - the Coke machine holds a colorful rainbow of delicious Jarritos sodas and once the tacos de Trompo arrive, who cares what you are sitting on!! The tacos de Trompo here are hand made with love and pride. They are simply delicious. On our first bite we knew we were hooked, and have been here at least a dozen times for more. Today we ordered tacos to go, which were carefully packaged in styrofoam containers for us, the pork still crispy crunchy around the edges when they got home. YUM Other diners ordered the steak quesadilla, which had a generous amount of deliciously seasoned carne asada in gooey melty asadero cheese, and the Trompo quesadilla, ditto. Don't drive by and shudder at this humble taqueria in a struggling shopping area -- drop in for the tacos we keep coming back for. You'll be glad you did. You will melt into a puddle of happiness!!