Barcocina Review

Spent the weekend in Baltimore and checked out a couple of cool places for food. Barcocina turned out to be a favorite. The atmosphere was little too loud and crowded but it was a Friday night so I guess that makes sense.



Their Korean beef tacos may have been the best tacos I ve ever had. It came with a papaya kimchi which was both unexpected and delicious. Also had these duck quesadillas which were ok but not as good as I was hoping for.

Good food and really nice views. The Barcocina Fundido was really good.

Tried 3 different tacos buffalo, steak & shrimp the buffalo chicken ones where probably the ones with the most flavor tacos look really nice and have a lot of toppings but not much flavor nice dim seating and nice views and friendly staff. A little over priced

Great food and drinks with good service! Beautiful views!

Me and my friends went there about a week and a half ago on Sunday for brunch I liked my omelette and my potatoes but the Mimosas sucked taste like they were pre-made or they used cheap champagne they need to do better on that

Tried to eat there during Star Spangled 200, figured we'd go there because the restaurant was half empty while all the other places in Fells were jammed. Red flag, but we just wanted a couple drinks and some nachos.

So we ask for a table for 5 and were told it was an hour wait.

So we went to Koopers, which was standing room only, and were seated in 15 minutes.

I crave better than generic suitable food in Baltimore when I go out . I usually only go for 4.5 stars on Google or up, I went here because there were only 2 Mexican bars/restaurant I saw on Google. We only had 3 items , the guacamole , the spinach salad and beef taco. 2 out of 3 was the best I have ever had the food was ridiculous, How its only rated a 4.1 is absolutely puzzling because what I tasted was worthy of Michelin consideration . Oh and the service could not have been better. This was Sunday at the bar are bartenders were refreshing.

Excellent tacos! Best if you order a variety to share.

Great drinks & delicious food! Truly enjoyed the atmosphere!

Anytime I come to Barcocina I have a great time. Good selection of tacos and quesadillas that have never disappointed. I believe there's something for everyone on their menu. I haven't tried the Sunday Brunch yet but, I've heard nothing but rave reviews. I'll update this review once I have. I thoroughly enjoy their list of Mezcal and Tequilas, I don't think I've been anywhere else in the area with a comparable list. The Margaritas are top notch and the bartenders are usually attentive. I've never had any problems with the service. The restaurant is very aesthetically pleasing, which especially rings true during the day when you have a clear view of the waterfront. The space is big enough for large groups (birthdays, happy hours, out of town guests) to enjoy no matter the occasion. All in all I've enjoyed my experiences at Barcocina, and I'd recommend anyone to check it out.

Our food was served cold. Not sure if this is because we were one of the first ones there. The server was gracious about it and comped some of it. Manager didn't come or to find out what was the problem. And the drinks were weak

Great waterfront views, probably the best in Fells. Nice food but the beer selection is weak. Happy Hour margaritas are just what you'd expect.

Great view of the water, casual yet professional atmosphere, and good food.

Always enjoyed this place especially for the location and views of the water. Last time I was there for just drinks, was directed to only the crowded/full bars instead of being seated. Usually an appetizer or 2 is ordered with the drinks which would still equate to a decent-sized bill by the end. As I walked to use the restroom, observed a lot of open tables which we could have easily sat in. Would have ended up spending much more money if we were seated like I have been in the past. So I will be less inclined to recommend this place and return in the future if I don't plan on eating a full meal there.

Like most places on the water, you're paying for the location and not the quality of the food.

Food is okay. Cocktails are okay. Service is above average. Really cool place to eat with friends though.

When I tell you, I've been here two times and each time has been just as good as the next. I highly recommend this experience.

Really good tapas. Defintely try the chips and guac

The service and the food was amazing! Responsibly priced and great atmosphere. Right by the water. Beautiful night!!!!!!

Bottled beer double IPA got me where I needed to be. I had 2. Tacos were dry. Had mahi and cheeseburger tacos (her idea, not mine lol). Guac was par. Papis house guac w/shrimp pre-covid much better. Service was good. Fun water-front patio experience. Beer and patio gets it 3 stars and another visit. Hopefully their other dishes are better next time. If not, 2.5 stars.

Fantastic food and fun atmosphere! Soft tacos in a few different varieties but the brisket beats all. Very good service, attentive and friendly without being overbearing. People of all ages here having a great time.

Awesome water view and great atmosphere! Good happy hour specials and the guac was amazing!

Great drinks, amazing tacos. Perfect location on the water!!

Delicious. Loved the melonjito and the al pastor tacos.

Thought the steak tacos could've been a little better but good service

Good food, great atmosphere looking out on the water. Last time I went with a bunch of friends, we sat at the bar and shared a bunch of tapas, and kicked back with some beer.

The food was delicious. The crushes were good too! It s right near the water with outdoor seating available.

Great food, right on the water. Kinda loud. Margarita on tap! Perfect!

Delicious array of tacos.... calamari was perfect...port air refreshingly cool....thirst quenching lemonade.....highly recommend...

Great three course lunch special with the fish tacos!

Excellent waitress . Mezcal bbq is super. $11 for a margarita is way too expensive.

Very nice relaxing atmosphere during the day near the water. The food is great.

I had a racist server named Danielle. From the moment she was taking my order she had attitude and was very abrasive. We did not appreciate the immediate disrespect and if I could give her 0 stars i definitely would hope she improves her mannerisms in the near future. And not mention when I requested a new server she canceled one of my party members orders and made us wait double the time. Will not return here under any circumstances was truly disrespected. Xoxo

The tacos are unique and delicious. The guacamole has a nice flavor too. Sit in the open air seating on nice days!

Worst Customer service I have ever seen

I will never go to this bar again, and I would strong advise you avoid it too. The staff has no concept of tact, customer service, or discretion. I was there with my girlfriend this weekend. She had an tab open at the bar and they had her credit card. She ordered a drink at the bar later and, I can't say for sure, either forgot to give them her name or she gave it to them and they couldn't hear her in the loud bar. Simple misunderstanding right? What happened next is where it all went wrong. We were standing around talking, only 10 feet from the bar. We hadn't left, we weren't hiding or running, we were standing in plain site right by the bar. In stead of a server coming over and politely asking for the name on the tab so they could put the drink on it, several employees came over in a group, formed a half circle around her, and accused her of stealing drinks and then demanded that we leave. It was a simple mis-understanding they responded as aggressively and over the top as they possibly could have. She left and I, as an innocent bystander thus far, stayed and demanded that they return her credit card before I would leave. They refused to give me the card back. After enough insisting, I was escorted to the back side of the bar and someone else was sent to get her card. I was then told that they didn't have the card. I called the police to report that they had stolen the card and while we were waiting for the officer to arrive, they 'found' it. I should add for context that she was not drunk, nor was our friend, and I, as the DD, was completely sober and hadn't had a single drink. It was a simple misunderstanding. All it would have taken to fix this was a polite tap on the shoulder... "Sorry mis, I didn't catch the name for the tab." In stead they approached in a threatening manner, accused us of stealing, demanded that we leave, and refused to return our property. This wasn't an inattentive waiter, some undercooked meat or a drink spilled in my lap. I can forgive that. This was planned and premeditated behavior that is beyond excusable.

Matt is the bomb!!!! Ask for him if you re looking to dage. What a guy

Passed by this place many times as seen from docking Baltimore Water Taxis' Fells Point landing. Ran in here as a thunderstorm approached. Sat at the end of the bar. If you ordered food or drink, Bar tenders collected credit card; or pay as you go. Food was cold. Can't go wrong with bottled beer. Crowd was a bunch was of death college kids shouting at each other after one round. Openly gay activity seen from across the bar. Overall, a tourist spot with an impetuous crowd. Could be a nice place though to bring your girlfriend and sit outside long the pier on a sunny day!

I've lived in Fells Point for 22 years. So, the other night, my wife and I are walking our dogs in the neighborhood as we have nightly for 22 years. We are walking by Barcocina, the new restaurant which replaced Francie's, Piccolos, and Shuckers. We walked under their awning since it was raining. Suddenly a man jumped out of the restaurant, told me I was trespassing, and wanted me (he couldn't see my wife) off the property. This was an open area that wasn't sectioned off. He stood there with his arms folded, very confrontational, and waited till me and my 9 year old Doberman, Ginger, went back into the rain. I'm extremely annoyed. If you own a successful place in this neighborhood,i.e., Slainte,Max's, Duda's, Bertha's...you know everyone here owns dogs and it pays to be dog friendly. This guy was not.
I know lots of folks. I mean lots. I'll make sure every single one of them hears about this fellow, the restaurant and how we were treated.

The only good thing about this restaurant is the view and location. Food is mediocre, drinks are not that great either. They told us we were going have to wait 30
Minutes for a table at 1pm even though there were so many available (I think they didn t have enough waiters). Guacamole was ok, chicken king pao tacos were not good (neither Mexican nor Chinese, nor a good fusion). Strawberry shortcake was a donut with strawberries and vanilla ice cream. Not a shortcake. Quite disappointed.

Best guacamole in area! Many varieties of stuffed tacos and dessert was good too. Service was decent even with a huge crowd. Cool place to hangout at bar also. Will be back.

Only giving three stars because on my previous visit the food was good, little pricey, but good. Last visit on a Sunday went like this. Me. I would like seating for 4. Them. Do you have a reservation. Me. No I do not. (I looked around and the place was at least 75% empty. Even the outside seating wasn't full). Me. What is the wait time. Them. 35-40 minutes.. Me. But the place is empty and your servers are just standing there talking. Them. We have reservations for all these tables. Me. Have a nice afternoon. Now I get it, I used to be in the restaurant business. But I was a sure thing customer that was ready to spend money and you turned me away because of someone that said they were coming. If every customer had walked in at the same time, they could not have seated them fast enough to be at the last person before someone else or my party would have been done and gone. People really need to think outside the box. Just my opinion. If you go, make sure you call ahead. You may want to call ahead just in case you go or are thinking about it. Anyway, give them a try, like I said the food was good and it's a great view of the harbor.

Food had no season... for my caribbean standards. The drink was okay. The location was excellent. Very along the water.

mexican food, very delicious. Service is typically great. The prices are well within reason for the quality. If it wasn't far from my work I would come by more.

Pricey, but scenic spot with good food and good atmosphere.

Chill hipster vibes with a beautiful view of the inner harbor. Food and drinks are AMAZING. I highly recommend the guacamole with crab and pomegranate. It may sound like an odd pairing but it was absolutely incredible and I m officially addicted. Popular place for brunch and happy hour so come early or make reservations if you re pressed for time.

I came to Barcocina today just to have lunch with a close friend and our server Layne made our entire experience. They had the best recommendations and their outgoing and welcoming personality made the entire trip more than worth it. The More

All of the tacos were good to very good. The brussel sprouts were great but one of the beer pint glasses tasted like soap and the service was spotty... definitely don't get the yucca tots! You get like 7 bite sized cubes.

A little loud but would be much better when the weather improves and they can open the place up. Great food, atmosphere and service.

My first time attending this place that I've heard great things about...my girlfriend and I were waiting for twenty minutes and no one served us at all. No water, napkins plates, a greeting... I asked for the host to notify the waitress and still no one came. While the manager was willing to give us complimentary appetizers, that just wasn't enough to remove the sour taste of being ignored for that long at a restaurant. Poor service would be an understatement...

One of my favorite places to eat every time I visit Baltimore! Their food has consistently tasted well since I started coming here almost five years ago. Pretty tasty cocktails and lovely views of the water. Their brunch is one of my favorites also. $15 bottomless mimosas that actually have a good amount of champagne in them! No skimping ;)

So we went to Barcocina Baltimore today may 27th.
We bought food and bought the all day mimosas. After 3 hours the manager came over and told us they needed the table for other people. They said they have a 3 hour table policy. We were just about to order dinner when he came over so a table of 6 $150 minimum dinner order they did not care about. Well we left and went to Woodys and spent over $200. Great business plan Barcocina. My recommendation don't visit this place go somewhere that is not rude and treats you like you are important to them.

The Oaxaca guacamole, tuna tartare taquitos, and "spring roll" tacos were all delicious!

The DJ plays some odd mixes but is alright for fells point. Typically nice bartenders. Drinks are a few $ overpriced

Happy Hour great price great food and pear salute with my favorite grey goose.

Great place and great prices. Music was a little too loud.

Host/hostess were terrible and menu is limited from 3-4 which was not mentioned when I came at 2:15 and wasn t seated till 3 and it wasn t that busy.

Horrible service. Waitress NEVER checked on our table one single time after she brought our drinks. Other servers brought out our food. We were never asked if our orders came out correctly. Never asked if we wanted refills on drinks. We wanted to order additional cocktails but never had the opportunity. We had to chase waitress down for our check - frankly could have just walked out with out paying and she probably wouldn't have known. Have worked in customer service and adequate tipping is very important to me - needless to say this purple haired bimbo didn't deserve a nickel.