Google Places result · Cocina Antigua

This was my first time at this establishment. The food was ok; however, I ordered a burrito with no beans..my burrito had beans which threw off the taste. I am NOT a fan of refried beans on my burrito or any food I choose. The drink I had was delicious... lemonade..wished it was in a larger size. My son & his wife enjoyed their food & drinks that they ordered.

Ordered #13 Plate Antigua for $26.99. The plate has steak, shrimp, chicken, longaiza, beans, rice, avocado, and salsa. Got 3 pieces of tortillas, 3 pieces of shrimp, 1 longaiza, a thin slice of chicken, and a big slice of bistek/steak. Everything tasted really good. The shrimp, chicken, and beans were flavorful. My husband and I shared this meal, and we ended up ordering extra tortillas. My son ordered Al Pastor, and he said it was really good.

My son in law told me about this Cocina after I told him I was going to another place to pick up a burrito for lunch and I'm glad he did! It was truly authentic, Central American cuisine (not that I really know what that is, but it didn't taste like your standard Mexican fare). I had the chicken burrito and like everything you might think that goes into a burrito, this had it but, believe, the taste is amazing! I took my lunch on a hike up to Olomapli State Park - figured I needed to earn the feast...about a mile and a half, I stopped for lunch and the whole experience was fabulous! Could only eat 1/2 so tomorrow, another feast! I highly recommend!

A Glimpse into Guatemalan Cuisine We were in Novato looking for a place to eat and stumbled upon Cocina Antigua online. This restaurant specializes in Guatemalan cuisine, and we were eager to try it. Located in the Nave Shopping Center Annex, the restaurant was filled with a young crowd when we arrived. The dining area, though small, was clean and well-organized. A friendly hostess greeted and seated us. She patiently explained the dishes, highlighted the day's specials, and even offered to prepare a couple of Guatemalan dishes we were interested in, even though they weren't on the menu. We opted for a selection of small plates to sample various dishes. The dishes arrived, a couple with a vibrant display of colors and textures. While the presentation was inviting, the overall flavor profile lacked the punch I expected in Guatemalan food. It leaned more towards bland, leaving me wanting more complexity or heat. However, the Pork Pupusas and Plantanos stood out for their flavor and texture.

Update: Still delicious! And omg hit all the spots This time we tried the fried fish and the beef fajitas. The fish as nice and crispy and flavorful The fajitas were cooked well and in a yummy sauce This place was pretty hot inside, so we were relieved to eat in their outdoor seating --------- You would miss this gem if you weren't looking for it. Glad we found this place! The pupusa was so yummy and fresh with the perfect amount of salad and salsa The chicken quesadilla was huge! And so filling The horchata was nice and flavorful The passion fruit drink was also delicious with the little crunchy bits While we waited for our food we explored their shop and got some goodies Excited to go back and try more things!