La Cocina & Cantina

4.3 ( 249 reviews )
$10–20
407 Chestnut St, Virginia, MN 55792, United States
+1 218-741-8226

La Cocina & Cantina, nestled at 407 Chestnut St, Virginia, MN, is a hidden gem in the realm of Mexican cuisine. The restaurant garners rave reviews for its fast and friendly service, making each visit an enjoyable experience. Patrons are welcomed with a basket of hot chips and an assortment of amazing fresh salsa, a promising start to an authentic culinary journey.

Highlighted by satisfied customers like Brenda Eckman, the menu boasts generously sized portions, with dishes such as the chimichanga, tostada, and enchiladas receiving particular acclaim. Brenda remarked on the meal's reasonable prices, while others like Vicki Nelson shared a fondness for their signature chicken tostada and sizzling fajitas. Michael Hecker noted the uniqueness of the homemade salsa, which carries a slight sweetness that elevates the dining experience.

Despite a modest exterior, the charming ambiance and delightful decor invite guests to relax and indulge in culinary delights. With unanimous praise for both food and service, La Cocina & Cantina stands as a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Mexican fare in Virginia.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • From the business
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Offers takeout
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves hard liquor
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar onsite
    • Has restroom
  • Crowd
    • Family-friendly
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu

Reviews For La Cocina & Cantina

Brenda Eckman
May 31,2025
1. Fast and very Friendly Service! 2. Amazing Fresh Salsa with chips! 3. Very Very good Food! Chimichanga was perfectly prepared. Tostada and Enchiladas were wonderful! Nice big portions (We had to take home 1/2 of our meals) 4. Meal was very reasonably priced 5. Nice Authentic decor. 6. I highly recommend trying this restaurant if you haven’t yet!
Justin Kunnari
Apr 28,2025
Always an enjoyable experience! They start you out with a basket of hot chips and great salsas. One of my favorites here are their fajitas. Anytime I’ve eaten here I’ve always had more than enough. My wife and I normally share meals when we go out to eat, and we definitely do not need to order two meals when we come here! Enjoy
Vicki Nelson
Apr 25,2025
Food is excellent as is service. Staff is friendly. Prices are reasonable as portions are very large. Love the salsa. Second best I've had. (Sorry, found some in Arizona that was better!) My favorite is chicken tostada, but the sizzling fajitas are really good too!
Amanda Kneeland
Apr 16,2025
The food is GREAT!!!!! AWESOME PRICE. The salsa is my absolute favorite ever!! The inside is super cute. 1stbtime here and I'll definitely come back
Michael Hecker - Park Reviewer
Apr 7,2025
Exterior entrance might not be the most inviting (like some of the boarded up buildings downtown) but don’t let that fool you. Once we got inside we were very pleased with the interior and service. All of the food was excellent. Our favorites were the sizzling fajitas. Portions and side dishes were also excellent. The homemade salsa was unique and very good with a slight sweet taste.
Hannah Franko
Apr 6,2025
House made salsa, authentic seasoning in evey dish. A long, extensive list of tequila as well as Mexican beers and soda, and of course, delicious margaritas. Great place for lunch or dinner.
Lynn Forrest
Mar 19,2025
What the hey! We stopped going here for soo many reasons. We only came because it's now one of the rare places you can eat sitting down in beautiful downtown Virginia,during these times. It was amazing. The dark interior didn't stop us from finding a couple of winning meals. We had great mexican style food that included house made beans and rice. The salsa was outstanding. Very flavorful with a touch of sweetness. If you haven't gone here in awhile be aware it's changed for the better. The food I had was the taco/relleno combo. What a winner! Great flavor,good ingredients and generous servings. It was about 10 bucks a plate. Liquor is available.
Lori Lewis
Mar 7,2025
Yummmm!!! I ordered the combo enchiladas. They came with rice and beans. The entree was tasty and flavorful. It was also the perfect temperature. The enchiladas were generously stuffed with shredded chicken, beef and cheese and then smothered in enchilada sauce.

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