Restaurant Cochineal – Mediterranean
Restaurant Cochineal offers a sophisticated retreat where the rustic warmth of freshly baked artisan bread meets the refined elegance of a meticulously curated seasonal chef’s menu. Diners are swept into a sensory exploration of autumn, from the delicate silkiness of squash blossom vichyssoise to the bold, wild complexity of nilgai tartare and golden-crusted lion’s mane croquettes. It is a space where culinary tradition and modern innovation converge, creating an intimate atmosphere that celebrates the rich, earthy essence of the harvest.
107, West San Antonio Street, Marfa, TX, 79843 https://www.cochinealmarfa.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Restaurant Cochineal
Dairy-Free at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Duroc Pork Scallopini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Trout. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Herb Polenta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Toshi’s Date Pudding and Mousse au Chocolat Semi-Freddo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Restaurant Cochineal
Restaurant Cochineal in Marfa has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Herb Polenta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Restaurant Cochineal
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Duroc Pork Scallopini | 0 g | 26.3 g |
| Saffron Risotto | 58 g | 11.1 g |
| Escargot Cochineal | 26.8 g | 8.8 g |
| Roasted Autumn Squash | 69.1 g | 8.2 g |
| Lamb Rib Chops | 29.6 g | 6.3 g |
| Squash Blossom Vichyssoise | 35.1 g | 5.8 g |
| Cast Iron Poulet Rouge | 31.8 g | 5.3 g |
| Crispy Trout | 7 g | 5.1 g |
| Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp | 54.5 g | 4.8 g |
| Yukon Gold Potatoes | 1 g | 4.8 g |
| Toshi’s Date Pudding | 17.2 g | 3.5 g |
| Coconut Cream Panna Cotta | 49.4 g | 3.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Chef's Menu
Our Chef’s Menu is inspired each week by available seasonal ingredients.
- Autumn 2025 Chef’s Menu - $125: Nilgai Tartare, Texas Gulf Shrimp, Texas Quail, Wild Boar en Croûte, Southwest Free Roaming Bison, Local Harvest Apple Beignet Available at: dinner
Appetizers
- House Artisan Bread (Quarter Loaf) - $12: Whipped Cultured Butter, Sage Salt, Herb-Roasted Garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Artisan Bread (Half Loaf) - $16: Whipped Cultured Butter, Sage Salt, Herb-Roasted Garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Squash Blossom Vichyssoise - $16: Leeks, Local Squash, Potato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lion's Mane Mushroom Croquettes - $16: Local Lion’s Mane Mushroom, Truffled Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Pâté Board - $18: Confiture, Dijon Mustard, House-made Crackers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salade Vinaigrette - $16: Butterleaf, Swiss Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Escargot Cochineal - $20: Garlic, Butter, Parsley, Grill Bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Autumn Squash - $22: Jamon Serrano, Chèvre, Pignoli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nilgai Tartare - $28: Horseradish Crème Fraiche, Local Black-eyed Pea, Yucca Crisp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp - $32: Charred Tomatillo Chimichurri, Padron Pepper Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Rib Chops - $39: Lemon, Garlic, Mint, Parsley Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Ancient Grain Spaetzle - $30: Local Oyster Mushroom, Sherry-Cream, Thyme Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saffron Risotto - $32: Sage, Manchego, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis, Tomato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Trout - $34: Lemon, Basil-Cilantro Aioli, Artichoke Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duroc Pork Scallopini - $34: Lemon, Caper, Arugula, Parmigiana-Reggiano Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cast Iron Poulet Rouge - $39: Pasture-raised Heritage Breed Chicken, Herb Jus Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mesquite Grilled Steak - $48: Texas Akaushi Beef, Sauce au Poivre Verte Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Yukon Gold Potatoes: House Brava Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Polenta Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable: Herb Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Coconut Cream Panna Cotta - $16: Vanilla, Apple-Pear Crumble Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mousse au Chocolat Semi-Freddo - $17 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Torrijas - $17: Cinnamon, Sotol-Cherries, Vanilla Crème Anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Toshi’s Date Pudding - $16: Rum Caramel, Fresh Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Wine & Cocktail Pairing - $50: Weekly changing selection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Restaurant Cochineal
- Is Restaurant Cochineal dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Restaurant Cochineal has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp.
- What can I eat at Restaurant Cochineal on a dairy-free diet?
- Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable, Yukon Gold Potatoes and Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Restaurant Cochineal have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Grilled Local Seasonal Vegetable and Yukon Gold Potatoes.
- Is Restaurant Cochineal gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Restaurant Cochineal?
- Duroc Pork Scallopini, at roughly 26.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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