Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant – Mexican
Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant pulses with a lively, welcoming energy where the comforting scent of toasted tortillas and bubbling queso fundido fills the air. The kitchen turns out a festive array of textures, from the satisfying crunch of golden taquitos rancheros to the zesty brightness of chilled shrimp cocktails, creating a communal dining experience that feels both nostalgic and spirited. It is a neighborhood destination where shared plates of savory flautas and melted quesadillas turn every meal into a vibrant celebration of classic flavors.
Cochran Street +18055835944 https://www.doncuco.com/simi-valleyRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, low-fat, plant-based, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, gerd, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, tlc, zone, volumetrics, alkaline, renal, carnivore, aip, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the extensive variety of menu options at Don, noting that the diverse selection makes it a dependable choice for a casual dinner with friends. Celebrated for its approachable and relaxed atmosphere, reviewers highlight the restaurant as a comfortable spot for an easygoing meal where the broad range of dishes ensures there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Menu
Appetizers
- Quesadilla Santa Fe - $12.95: Grilled flour tortilla, cheese, Ortega chile, bacon, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cheese Sticks - $11.95: Monterey jack cheese, marinara dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fingers - $12.95: Lightly breaded chicken, BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $14.95: Mexican style shrimp, tomato sauce, pico de gallo, avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Wings - $11.95: Spicy chicken wings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flautas - $11.5: Two crispy flour tortillas, beef or chicken, sour cream, guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadilla - $12.95: Flour tortilla, cheese, chorizo, sour cream, guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Pizza - $13.95: Large flour tortilla, beans, chorizo, red sauce, cheese, guacamole, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido - $12.95: Melted cheese with choice of onions and peppers or chorizo guacamole and sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taquitos Rancheros - $13.5: Four crispy corn tortillas, shredded beef or chicken, cheese, sour cream, guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole Dip - Small - $7.95: Fresh avocados, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole Dip - Large - $13: Fresh avocados, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Skins - $11.95: Pico de gallo, nacho cheese, bacon, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $11.95: Tortilla chips, melted cheese, guacamole, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Botana Platter For 2 - $24: Buffalo Wings, Chicken Fingers, Taquitos, Quesadillas, Potato Skins, Cajun sauce, ranch, guacamole, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Fe Roll - $11.95: Roasted pepper tortilla, grilled chicken, avocado paste, spinach, tomatoes, cilantro, chipotle dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Don Cuco Bean Dip - $8.95: Refried beans, jalapeños, chorizo Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Meatball Soup - Bowl - $9.95: Traditional Mexican meatball soup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - Bowl - $9.95: Chicken, broth, tortilla strips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Green Salad - $9.95: Mixed greens, choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salad Supreme - $17.95: Iceberg lettuce, shrimp, grilled chicken, tomatoes, avocado, bacon bits Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tropical Salad - $16.95: Iceberg lettuce, grilled chicken, mango, tomato, pineapple, Monterrey jack cheese, mango vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Chicken Salad - $16.95: Grilled chicken, corn, black beans, red onion, cilantro, tomato, jack cheese, avocado, tortilla strips, BBQ vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caribbean Chicken Salad - $16.95: Grilled chicken, pineapple, tomato, avocado, raisins, black beans, pico de gallo, Monterrey jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Crispy Chicken Salad - $16.95: Crispy chicken, Spanish rice, mixed greens, mandarin oranges, water chestnuts, green onions, almonds, ginger sesame dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Carne Asada - $26.95: New York steak, cheese enchilada or chile relleno, rice, beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Picado - $21.95: Charbroiled steak, chipotle salsa, onions, tomato, mini peppers, rice, beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orange Chicken - $19.95: Chicken breast, chipotle orange sauce, garlic white rice, black beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Jambalaya - $20.95: Shrimp, chicken, spicy Italian sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, Cajun white wine sauce, garlic bread, rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cochinita Pibil - $19.95: Marinated pork, Achiote sauce, black beans, fried bananas, pickled onions, garlic white rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Molcajete For Two - $46: Panela cheese, Angus beef, chicken, bacon-wrapped shrimp, spicy sausage, chiles torreados, nopales, Sonoran red sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuco Burger - $13.95: Ground sirloin, tomatoes, onions, grilled pineapple, French fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- White Fish Veracruz - $19.95: Striped seabass, Veracruz sauce, capers, olives, raisins, garlic butter, rice, beans Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Enchiladas Verde - $19.95: Two flour tortillas, grilled shrimp, pico de gallo, avocado sauce, rice, black beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Enchiladas - $21.95: Two corn tortillas, lobster, spicy green sauce, sour cream, avocado, white garlic rice, black beans Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Beans - $4: Choice of black, refried, or de la olla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice - $4: Choice of garlic white or Spanish rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plantains - $5.5: Fried plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churro Donuts - $8.95: Served with ice cream and Mexican caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Deep Fried Ice Cream - $7.5: Signature dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Flan Custard - $7: Traditional caramel custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Coffee - $4.25: Hot coffee
- Soft Drinks - $4: Coke, Diet Coke, or Mexican Bottled Coke
- Lemonade - $4: Fresh lemonade
- Perrier - $4: Sparkling water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include Quesadilla Santa Fe, shrimp cocktail, taquitos rancheros, flautas, and the botana platter for two.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a casual dinner with friends by sharing the Botana Platter, nachos, and quesadillas in a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Menu options include shrimp cocktail for keto and low-carb diets, while bean dip and potato skins provide gluten-free and vegan-friendly choices.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant by visiting their website at https://www.doncuco.com/simi-valley.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like flautas, quesadillas, and taquitos rancheros.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, budget-friendly meal with friends will enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and extensive menu catering to diverse dietary needs.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback and reviews.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the extensive variety of menu options, the diverse selection of dishes, and the approachable, relaxed atmosphere for casual dining.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Don Cuco Mexican Restaurant.
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