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Restaurants in Downtown

3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana

4.5
3,177 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

One of 25 restaurants we've tracked near Downtown.

Things to Know

3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana is a lively Mexican restaurant on 16th Street known for its generously-sized margaritas and authentic molcajete dishes, located in downtown with live mariachi music.

This is a fun, vibrant spot where the drinks are genuinely excellent and the food flavors are authentic, especially the molcajete and tacos al carbón, with live music and friendly service that makes it worth a visit.

  • Mezcal margaritas are smoky, smooth, and come in multiple generous sizes (including a massive 36-ounce Gigante)
  • Molcajete is a top-tier dish worth ordering for special occasions, loaded with steak, grilled chicken, and red chile pork
  • Live mariachi music creates an authentic, celebratory atmosphere
  • Tacos al carbón and pork fajitas have genuine, well-seasoned flavor
  • Fajitas can have an imbalance of vegetables to meat — noticeably more onions and peppers than protein
  • Pricing on the giant margarita glasses isn't clearly listed, which can surprise diners at checkout
  • Service can slow down noticeably when the restaurant gets busy

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Closed now

People Order

  • Mezcal margaritas
  • Molcajete
  • Tacos al carbón
  • Pork and steak fajitas

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What Visitors Say

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Uchizi Phakati

a month ago

We had a really great time at this Mexican spot for dinner. We started with the Mezcal Margaritas and they were fantastic; smoky, refreshing, and super smooth. Definitely one of the highlights of the night. For dinner, we ordered the pork fajitas and the steak fajitas. Both were absolutely delicious in terms of flavor; well-seasoned, sizzling hot, and served with all the right fixings. The only downside was that there were noticeably more onions and green peppers than actual meat, which was a little disappointing. Service started off strong; our server was attentive and friendly in the beginning but as the restaurant got busier, things slowed down quite a bit. We also wish there had been more price transparency on the giant margarita glasses. They’re not clearly listed, so the total was a bit of a surprise when the bill came. That said, the vibe was great, the drinks were tasty, and the food was flavorful. It’s a fun atmosphere and overall a good experience. We’d probably go back just with a little more awareness next time!

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Keesha Dshae

2 months ago

Beyond amazing. It was my first time and the food reminded me of being back home to El Paso Texas . The molcajete was top tier and worth the price especially for a date night. It had steak, grilled chicken, red chile pork ,cheese , green onions and a good salsa in the center it also came with flour and corn tortillas also came with a side of rice and beans. With our drinks it came out to 54.00. I’m definitely returning back. The staff is great too.

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F'burg Foodie

5 months ago

As a couple, we stopped in here for drinks before dinner elsewhere on a weeknight… They were moderately busy and even had a mariachi band, which sounded really good. Their menu of margaritas is quite legit, they even have three sizes. We chose the regular, lime margarita in their Gigante size, which is about 36 ounces and it’s HUGE!! They even have a larger size than this! The drinks were pretty good and nicely strong too! Service was friendly. The venue is beautiful. The food coming out of the kitchen looked and smelled great. Definitely would return!!

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California Jones

a month ago

Bartender reco’d the Tacos el carbon or whatever and it was FIRE. Live music was relaxing, the Mexican Food was Authentic (I’m from San Diego) and the drink were very very very good. This place is right on 16th street where everything is at. Superb and definitely 5 stars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana worth it in Downtown?

This is a fun, vibrant spot where the drinks are genuinely excellent and the food flavors are authentic, especially the molcajete and tacos al carbón, with live music and friendly service that makes it worth a visit. Known for: mezcal margaritas and sizzling fajitas downtown.

What should I order at 3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana?

Popular choices at 3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana include Mezcal margaritas, Molcajete, Tacos al carbón, Pork and steak fajitas.

What do visitors love about 3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana?

Mezcal margaritas are smoky, smooth, and come in multiple generous sizes (including a massive 36-ounce Gigante) Molcajete is a top-tier dish worth ordering for special occasions, loaded with steak, grilled chicken, and red chile pork Live mariachi music creates an authentic, celebratory atmosphere Tacos al carbón and pork fajitas have genuine, well-seasoned flavor

Is there anything to know before visiting 3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana?

Fajitas can have an imbalance of vegetables to meat — noticeably more onions and peppers than protein Pricing on the giant margarita glasses isn't clearly listed, which can surprise diners at checkout Service can slow down noticeably when the restaurant gets busy

How expensive is 3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana?

3 Margaritas Downtown Cocina Mexicana is moderately priced, with a 4.5-star rating from 3,177 Google reviews.

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