La Esquina Cocina

Name: La Esquina Cocina
Address: 127 Holmes Ave NW Suite 101, Huntsville, AL, United States, 35801
Telephone: (256) 858-1026
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

163 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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Authentic Mexican food with a modern touch. Clean, sleek ambience.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Unspecified
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(256) 858-1026
Website
http://checkle.menu/laesquinacocina_huntsville
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Catering available from lunch deliveries to weddings.
Private party facilities
Private events available Sunday afternoons.

Location
127 Holmes Ave NW, Suite 101, Huntsville, AL 35801
Neighborhood
Madison
Cross street
On the corner of Holmes & Spragins Ave downtown Huntsville.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

What 163 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

163 Reviews

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MichelleS
Alabama
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Came for Easter brunch. Adult beverages were on point, the salsa Verde was delicious & our server with the long grayish/green hair was very attentive but very difficult to hear her due to the noise level & her soft voice. Overall... the perfect place to be. Plan to come back for dinner soon.
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CharlieM
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Pacifico on tap! Margaritas are delightful! Tacos and bowls are tasty.
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AndreaJ
Alabama
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite places to eat in downtown Huntsville. I tried the new mahi mahi entree and it was really good! I love the salmon, too!
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SusanGL
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the restaurant we always take out of towners to. Food is so good and the service is excellent. A great way to showcase local eateries.
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Tksbarnett
Alabama
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service except for the table of loud college students ( out of restaurant control) Noise levels back to normal after they left
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KauaiDiane
Alabama
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience3
Tried the 3 taco plate for lunch, good except the meat filling was dry. The vegetarian tacos were good. Service was great.
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RandyG
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed our dinner! Good food and wait staff was great. We will be back
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SeanM
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific food, great service, awesome atmosphere and close to so much in downtown Huntsville.
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Definitely make reservations. This is a wonderful restaurant and is very busy.
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emonc
Alabama
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time. The food just gets better and better every time I go. The empanadas de carne was chefs kiss. My arugula salad with shrimp and scallops was so good I almost ordered two. I ordered one taco instead of getting the bundle just to try the Asian taco and I wish I had two tacos to order the bundle. Not a fan of corn tacos but the taco shell was soft and so easy to eat.
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Girodovich
Alabama
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Went here to celebrate a friend's birthday. The atmosphere and decor were very comfortable. All the staff were very nice, attentive, and helpful in making selections from the menu. The food was delicious. We shared the tuna and avocado appetizer and a chicken empanado which were delicious. I also had the taco platter with three different tacos recommended by hostess: pork, breaded fish, and fried avocado. Loved them and would definitely have again. A friend recommended the Machacado with shrimp and scallops. We all look forward to returning.
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Maria
Nashville
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
First time trying the restaurant! I got the steak and eggs and my steak was deviiiine! So tasty! We did realize we need to come earlier next time as a few drinks we wanted to try were sold out or the ingredients had run out. Overall, it was good!
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Alexandria
Alabama
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Tacos were amazing, plating isn’t practical for eating tacos, chairs uncomfortable, but overall food was amazing!
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LydiaH
Alabama
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Been twice now and will be back! Husband loved it too. Great for date night
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Nate
Alabama
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great place to take your friends for authentic Mexican food.
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Jzzz
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went before the Hockey game , made a reservation, seated on time , service was quick, server was wonderful and listened to our requests, meal very tasty! Not too noisy , but we were there from 5-6:30 … Will go again . 🙋🏼‍♀️
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CharlesS
Louisville
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love La Esquina. The staff is great, the food is always perfection and the ambience is very nice. Recently the menu has been expanded with new entrees. Just a great casual dining location downtown!
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AndyG
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I really enjoyed this restaurant. While it is Mexican there are several menu items that aren't really. I had the Pork Chop dinner and it was off the charts! We were visiting from out of town but we will definitely make a trip back just for the food.
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supperfor12
Alabama
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorite places in Huntsville! Top quality food and service.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Food is amazing and margaritas are on point, it’s just ridiculously loud in there. Service was also excellent!
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Kate
Alabama
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always great and fresh. Always a great experience
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heynash
Atlanta Metro
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was our first time here. It was busy, it they had our table reserved and ready for us. Parking can be a challenge around that part of town, so give yourself extra time to find a spot in a nearby garage or open lot. The tortilla chips are amazing! We had them with queso and salsa. Their tomatillo green salsa was one of the best green salsas I’ve ever had. We had grilled fish tacos and their steak bowl for entree’s and both were really good. They had at least 3 tables of 10+ in there at once and everyone did a good job keeping up with service. We enjoyed the meal and service and will definitely return!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Yummy food!
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Servers were good. Food was very good. The tacos were yummy! Loved the Baja sauce drizzled on them. But the sound in the room was too noisy for my husband who wears hearing aids. Probably won’t return-but the vibe is great for younger people!! Cute decor and architecture!
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Amazing
Alabama
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a weekly staple for us! NYE dinner, just like every other time, DID NOT disappoint. Love love love this place. Such great quality food and experience every time
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
NYE dinner was amazing.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed the New Years Eve special dinner. The entrees were very good. Three of us had the seared snapper and one had the taco flight. We started with a charcuterie board and really enjoyed the selections. Our server was friendly and attentive. Excellent service!
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TracyC
Chicago
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
La Esquina Cocina is a beautiful, modern restaurant with good service and great food. Our family all ordered various tacos, with the Cochita Pibil being the standout favorite. Next was the Carnitas. The rest were good as well (we had the grilled shrimp and grilled pescado as well.
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Margarita was maybe 3oz with all the ice. Tacos were very so so. Nachos were meh. Definitely not worth the effort to find parking downtown.
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Spf9294
Alabama
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food really good. Be prepared, it is noisy. Christmas margarita was delish!!
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CarisaS
Alabama
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
We absolutely love La Esquina, we go there almost every time we have a sitter. However last night was an off night for sure. My husband and I both ordered tacos, I had 1/3 incorrect taco and my husband had 2/3 incorrect tacos. His tacos were corrected and I opted to keep the incorrect taco to give a new taco a try. My husband’s tea stayed empty stayed empty almost the entire time we had our food.
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food
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BobK
Dallas
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Super service at a surprisingly good lunch spot. We all had bowls, shrimp and chicken. Really different style and great flavor. Plenty of people out doing holiday shopping who stopped in for lunch and a nice buzz in the air. Reasonable prices, and worth every penny!
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MitchT
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Mexican food in the state! Highly recommend!
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BobL
Alabama
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent brunch! Our group really enjoyed both the Rojos and Verde Chilaquiles and the Huevos Ahogados. Service was great and the drinks were fantastic as well. We have been several times for lunch and dinner and this was our first Sunday brunch. One of the top 2 places to eat downtown, IMO.
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KeriF
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best dining experience! Far exceeded our expectations and made for a memorable birthday celebration.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
The guacamole was very good. Took our service 10 minutes to find us but after that got better. Ordered my steak medium and it was very rare. No apologies for making me wait longer for the steak. Got it back was more medium well but I didn’t dare say anything. For $38 it should have been better
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I are regulars at the downtown Huntsville location! We moved here two years ago and were delighted to discover La Esquina Cocina! It’s elevated ethnic cuisine is similar to a favorite restaurant in downtown Lexington,KY . Everything on the menu from the chips, salsas, queso and guacamole to the original entree’s are exquisite and not your average Joe’s for Mexican. The ambiance and decor, not to mention its downtown location, are so aesthetically pleasing and attractive. The personnel and the service are very welcoming and accommodating.
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RoseW
Alabama
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
The food is amazing, and I am not sure if because it was Saturday brunch, but they were frazzled. We arrived at our reservation time, and the hostess said it will take 5 minutes, it took 25 and then we waited another 15 minutes to get our chips and salsa. We had to remind the waiter lol But the food was incredible :)
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and meal. Highly recommend
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La Esquina Cocina is rated 4.7 stars by 163 OpenTable diners.

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127 Holmes Ave NW, Suite 101, Huntsville, AL 35801

Additional information

Cross street
On the corner of Holmes & Spragins Ave downtown Huntsville.
Neighborhood
Madison
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Unspecified
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://checkle.menu/laesquinacocina_huntsville
Phone number
(256) 858-1026
Catering
Catering available from lunch deliveries to weddings.
Private party facilities
Private events available Sunday afternoons.

La Esquina Cocina

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Additional information

Popular dishes

Nachos

Shrimp

Empanadas de Carne

Menu

What 163 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

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