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Address: 1235 SW Jefferson St, Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (971) 339-3816
Website: http://madrinapdx.com/
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Madrina Cocina Mexicana
Madrina Taqueria is open during the day, offering a casual, vibrant atmosphere with a menu featuring tamales, tacos, and burritos. Stop by for a quick bite, …
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Cocina Mexicana next door to @mercaditopdx. Monday-Saturday 5pm-10pm ☕️ 1235 SW Jefferson St, Portland OR . . Photo by MADRINA COCINA MEXICANA on …
Madrina Cocina Mexicana – Review – Downtown – Portland, OR
Madrina is a taqueria by day, a sit-down dinner at night and highlights Mexican dishes from all over.
Reviews
Nidhi Talwar
Really enjoyed the food at Madrina Cocina! The space is a perfect blend of cozy and vibrant — I loved the moody blue walls and elegant bar area. The food matches the vibe with incredibly bright flavors. We had the enchiladas and a Yucatan pork dish, which was served beautifully in a leaf. Even the small details stood out, like the ‘Madrina’ branding etched right onto the lime slices. The Mexican street corn was a highlight as well. It’s a beautiful, thoughtful space and we will definitely be back!
… moreKaitlyn Peterson
Brilliant menu, service was quick and pleasant. Smaller space that was busy so weekend nights might benefit from a reservation. House made tortillas were top notch. We enjoyed the elotes, cochinitas pibil, and taco combo featuring carnitas and nopales tacos. Excellent margaritas and beers from xicha brewing from Salem.
… moreChicanos On The Rise
What a joy it was getting to spend our Valentines here at the one and only, Madrina Cocina Mexicana restaurant. The moment you walk in, you are greeted as if you were part of the familia (family). The design and feel of this creative space invites you to step into the rich culture of our Mexican tradition with rich warm colors that are complimented with flowers, cactuses and green plants that set a Latin and Northwest mood for a delightful experience.
The service was exceptional, prices were fair and each of their delicious platos (plates) made us feel right at home. Grateful for Lucy and her amazing team. Gracias Lucy for keeping the story and the rich flavors of our Mexican culture and tradition alive here in Portland, OR. Our city is lucky to have such a passionate, skillful and confident Latina representing nuestra Raza (our people). You make us All Proud. Gracias de nuevo (thank you again) Lucy for such a delightful and delicious dinner experience.
We had the Chicken Enchiladas, Carnes Asada, a Passion fruit Margarita and no better way to top the night with a delicious Boñuelo with Ice cream.
If you, your family or friends are ever looking for a real authentic Mexican traditional meal experience, we couldn’t recommend Madrina Cocina Mexicana enough.
… moreThe service was exceptional, prices were fair and each of their delicious platos (plates) made us feel right at home. Grateful for Lucy and her amazing team. Gracias Lucy for keeping the story and the rich flavors of our Mexican culture and tradition alive here in Portland, OR. Our city is lucky to have such a passionate, skillful and confident Latina representing nuestra Raza (our people). You make us All Proud. Gracias de nuevo (thank you again) Lucy for such a delightful and delicious dinner experience.
We had the Chicken Enchiladas, Carnes Asada, a Passion fruit Margarita and no better way to top the night with a delicious Boñuelo with Ice cream.
If you, your family or friends are ever looking for a real authentic Mexican traditional meal experience, we couldn’t recommend Madrina Cocina Mexicana enough.
Josh Lyman
Lovely visit last night to Mardrina. We had already been to La Patroncita (their sister restaurant) and were excited to see how this new establishment compared. Generally I think they offer very similar experiences with a few differences.
Atmosphere wise I would say Mardrina feels like a more formal option. If La Patroncita is where you go for date night, this is where you might want to take your parents. The decor is slightly more elevated and a little less casual with the seating choice and just general better light throughout the restaurant. I say this not as a knock, as the decor is lovely and warm, it just creates a different atmosphere. I would say it’s a great option for small groups or folks looking to sit at the bar.
Everything I had tasted fresh and had rich flavor. Started the meal with two flavored margaritas which were both delicious. Just the right amount of flavoring that still allowed you to taste the tequila but actually tasted like the fruit in question.
For mains we wound up with the enchiladas and the carne asada. Both were delicious and had a bunch of flavor. Portions were solid, not quite the huge platters you see from a classic tex-mex spot but still solid. Everything felt like it was made with love and I liked the plate selection as well.
Service was also great and our host was warm and personable. All in this feels like a great addition to the neighborhood and a nice counterpart to La Patroncita.
… moreAtmosphere wise I would say Mardrina feels like a more formal option. If La Patroncita is where you go for date night, this is where you might want to take your parents. The decor is slightly more elevated and a little less casual with the seating choice and just general better light throughout the restaurant. I say this not as a knock, as the decor is lovely and warm, it just creates a different atmosphere. I would say it’s a great option for small groups or folks looking to sit at the bar.
Everything I had tasted fresh and had rich flavor. Started the meal with two flavored margaritas which were both delicious. Just the right amount of flavoring that still allowed you to taste the tequila but actually tasted like the fruit in question.
For mains we wound up with the enchiladas and the carne asada. Both were delicious and had a bunch of flavor. Portions were solid, not quite the huge platters you see from a classic tex-mex spot but still solid. Everything felt like it was made with love and I liked the plate selection as well.
Service was also great and our host was warm and personable. All in this feels like a great addition to the neighborhood and a nice counterpart to La Patroncita.
Amy Casselman
Madrina Cocina is new to the neighborhood and a vibrant, fresh and very cool addition for Mexican inspired dining. The space is colorful, has cool lighting and space in between tables for an intimate dining experience. The bar space has a sexy curve and a great spot for dining too.
We started with an appetizer of fresh crunchy chips, salsa and avocado. The chips must be made in house because they were light, airy and the perfect crunch. We ordered the Mole Con Pollo, Quesabirria and Cochinita Pibil. Each dish had its own flavor profile…the Mole was rich and delicious and the handmade tortillas were the perfect compliment. The Quesabirria was stuffed with moist and tender shredded beef with a crispy fried tortilla and a side of consume. A really nice addition for the dish.
We all had a margarita – spicy with just the right amount of spicy salt on the rim.
A great addition to downtown dining!
A special shout-out to Our server Belen!! She was personable, attentive and improved our dining experience!
… moreWe started with an appetizer of fresh crunchy chips, salsa and avocado. The chips must be made in house because they were light, airy and the perfect crunch. We ordered the Mole Con Pollo, Quesabirria and Cochinita Pibil. Each dish had its own flavor profile…the Mole was rich and delicious and the handmade tortillas were the perfect compliment. The Quesabirria was stuffed with moist and tender shredded beef with a crispy fried tortilla and a side of consume. A really nice addition for the dish.
We all had a margarita – spicy with just the right amount of spicy salt on the rim.
A great addition to downtown dining!
A special shout-out to Our server Belen!! She was personable, attentive and improved our dining experience!
joshua lane
Was very excited to try this new spot out. The exterior mural is beautiful and the inside is GORGEOUS!! Was a little empty but it is super new so that makes sense. The service was great very kind and friendly and attentive never an empty water cup which shows they are paying attention. We got guac which was good nothing mind blowing the chips were nice and thick and house made. Elote was next which was again good but nothing amazing it wasn’t very hot temperature wise and needed some char and also maybe some hot sauce it was kinda basic just mayo tajin and a little cotija. For entree two of us ordered the quesabirria which was very tasty but a little soggy and greasy. And I ordered the carne asada plate which was very underwhelming the steak was a tinyyyy portion and overcooked. There honestly should have been double the amount of meat for what they have it priced at. Then the tiny almost sauce cup portion of beans were basic and the tiny scoop of rice had little overcooked crunchy bits in it and wasn’t very tasty either. The tortillas were delicious and homemade. And lastly usually a carne plate priced over $30 would come with sour cream or guac or salsa something to complete the little tacos but they were just bland and dry steak, green onion, and grilled jalapeño and then nothing else to put on it. Just seemed kinda incomplete. Also just a tip for the business you guys need a sign that stands out more because it’s kind of hard to see the restaurant name within the mural and you also need some brighter decals on the windows and more of an obvious open appearance whenever I drive by during the daytime the curtains are drawn and it’s hard to tell that the place is even open. I work in the neighborhood and I’m very excited to see this spot open up and with just a little bit of adjusting I think this could be a great place to eat.
… moreEnrico and Nancy Alcaire
Beautiful place for date nights. Food and drinks was delicious. However, be aware that you’ll have to pay for chips and salsa. Service the day we went was great no complaints, we also went a few days before new years, so during the weekday. I will go back.
… morePaldi Homes (Merin Paldi)
Well this is a fantastic experience all around! Atmosphere is on point with decor and ambiance that is inviting. Customer service is top notch with knowledgeable and thoughtful servers. The bar is great and drinks were fabulous. Chips and guac to start and the chips are delicious and a meal in and of themselves. Now I love a good chip and dip but these chips are amazing! Next came the food and WOW! The taste and the flavors are amazing and exciting! Not overwhelming but enjoyable and wanting people to take the next bite! We loved our evening and we know you will too. Close to Providence Park for a meal before a game or while walking in the park blocks. Don’t miss Madrina!!
… moreCharlie Te
I asked a good friend of mine to come with me to check this place out. We both didn’t know exactly what to expect. The interior was well designed and it had this very welcoming vibe to it. The colors were nice and vibrant. We ordered a few things to share, which included – quesabirria, cochinita pibil, a couple of tacos de tings, and margaritas. The cochinita pibil was very well made and full of flavor. If you like pork, I would highly suggest it. The quesabirria was done right. The exterior had a good crisp texture, while the interior was super moist. The margaritas were super refreshing and not too sweet. We also ended with a nice shot of tequila. I liked that there’s an imprint of the restaurant’s name on the lime. We received excellent service from our waitress as well as the other staff. Everyone working there made us feel welcomed. I can’t wait to come back and try their other items.
… morekels g
Super cute place, very cozy. The tacos were delicious and good sized! They might be on the higher dollar end, but they are worth the price in taste and size! We will be back for sure.
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