Coquito Introduce
For residents and visitors of the New York region, particularly those in the scenic Hudson Valley, Coquito in Warwick, NY, presents a truly distinctive and vibrant culinary experience. This establishment distinguishes itself by specializing not only in Mexican food but also in a rich blend of authentic Latin American and traditional Puerto Rican cuisine. Coquito is more than just a restaurant; it’s a cultural dining hub that brings rare and beloved Caribbean and Latin flavors to Orange County.
Coquito’s appeal lies in its diverse and extensive menu, which showcases genuine island and continental cooking techniques. It offers a welcomed scarcity in the area: high-quality Puerto Rican dishes that satisfy both those familiar with the cuisine and newcomers eager for an adventurous palate. The atmosphere complements the food, moving beyond a simple casual dining spot to incorporate a cozy, trendy, and even romantic feel, making it suitable for a wide variety of occasions, from a weeknight dinner to a special date night.
The culinary philosophy here centers on using bold, authentic flavors in both its staple dishes—like various Mofongo and Asopao—and its comprehensive selection of meats and seafood. This commitment to variety and quality, paired with standout features like Live Music and an excellent bar program, solidifies Coquito as a notable highlight in the Warwick dining scene.
Coquito is strategically located in Warwick, New York, a picturesque town that draws visitors and serves a broad local population across the Hudson Valley. Its location is easy to access, making it a convenient destination for a special night out.
The address for this Latin American gem is:
31 Forester Ave, Warwick, NY 10990, USA
Accessibility is a strong feature of Coquito, ensuring that the establishment is welcoming to all members of the community. The available accessibility provisions are thorough and include:
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Patrons driving to the restaurant will find ample parking with both a free parking lot and free street parking readily available. This ease of access contributes to the relaxing and hassle-free nature of the dining experience, which is particularly appreciated by locals and tourists alike.
Coquito provides a wide range of services designed to offer maximum flexibility and comfort to its diverse clientele:
- Dining Flexibility: The restaurant serves both Lunch and Dinner, and offers a delightful Dessert menu. Service options include Dine-in with full Table service, Takeout, and Delivery.
- Special Seating and Planning: Outdoor seating is available, providing a lovely al fresco dining option. For planning a visit, Coquito Accepts reservations, with Dinner reservations recommended, indicating its popularity. Catering services are also available for external events.
- Full Bar Service: A comprehensive bar offers a wide selection of Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Hard liquor, and Wine. Happy hour drinks are offered, making it a great spot for after-work socializing.
- Dietary and Meal Options: The menu includes Healthy options alongside comforting classics, and offers Small plates and Late-night food.
- Family Accommodations: The venue is equipped with High chairs and features a dedicated Kids' menu, ensuring a comfortable experience for families with children.
- Payment Methods: Customers can pay conveniently using Credit cards, Debit cards, or NFC mobile payments.
Coquito’s distinct features are designed to create a vibrant, high-quality, and memorable dining experience in the New York area:
- Ambiance and Decor: The atmosphere is uniquely a mix of Casual, Cozy, Romantic, Trendy, and Upscale, achieved through thoughtful decoration and setting. This versatile atmosphere appeals to a wide variety of guests, including Groups and Tourists.
- Entertainment: The inclusion of Live music creates an engaging and festive environment, enhancing the overall dining and social experience.
- Culinary Excellence: The restaurant is highlighted for Serves local specialty, referring to its Puerto Rican and Latin American focus, which is a rare and valued offering in the region. The menu successfully offers a mix of Comfort food and sophisticated dishes.
- Bar and Drink Program Quality: The bar area is a key feature, boasting a full Bar onsite. It is recognized for its Great beer selection, Great cocktails, and Great wine list, catering to various tastes.
- Service Quality: Patrons consistently note the Fast service, a testament to the staff's professionalism, even during busy periods.
- Dessert and Coffee: Unlike many local spots, Coquito is highlighted for both its Great dessert offerings and Great coffee, ensuring a perfect finish to any meal.
For all inquiries, including making one of the recommended dinner reservations, reaching Coquito in Warwick, NY, can be done using the following information:
Address: 31 Forester Ave, Warwick, NY 10990, USA
Phone: (845) 544-2790 (Also listed as +1 845-544-2790)
The menu at Coquito is a culinary celebration, offering patrons the chance to delve deep into authentic Latin American and Puerto Rican cuisine. What is most worth choosing are the unique and highly praised island specialties that define the restaurant’s identity.
Foremost among these specialties is the legendary Mofongo al Pilon. This traditional dish, featuring mashed green plantains with chicharron (fried pork rinds) and spices, is available with various fillings, including Shrimp Mofongo, Lobster Mofongo, and a Vegan Mofongo (de Vegetales). Choosing Mofongo is essential for experiencing true Puerto Rican comfort food in the Hudson Valley.
Another signature item is the Rice Stew (Asopao), a comforting and flavorful dish often likened to a thick gumbo or soup. Options include Asopao de Camarones (Shrimp) and the incredibly rich Asopao de Mariscos (Mixed Seafood), offering a hearty, stew-like experience perfect for a cozy dinner.
For a grand dining event, the Paella, a seasoned rice dish brimming with clams, mussels, shrimp, lobster, chicken, pork, and chorizo, is available for one ($40.95) or two ($65.95) and is a spectacular option for sharing. Patrons can also explore the extensive Seafood section, which features expertly prepared dishes like Grilled Salmon, Lobster in Garlic Sauce, and the decadent Surf & Turf.
For those interested in appetizers, the Empanadas (Pastelillos)—available in chicken, shrimp, crabmeat, and cheese—are noted for their delicious taste and serve as a perfect start to the meal. For a simple but flavorful pairing, the authentic side dishes like Yellow Rice with Pigeon Peas (Arroz con Gandules) and Fried Sweet Plantains (Maduros) are highly recommended to accompany any main course, particularly the traditional Pernil (roast pork).
Coquito Menu
Appetizers
- Soup of the Day $4.95
- Soup of the Day Large $6.95
- Spanish Sausage (Chorizo) $13.95
Served in coconut sauce
- Empanadas (Pastelillos) $4.95
Beef
- Empanadas Cheese $3.95
- Empanadas Chicken $4.95
- Empanadas Shrimp $5.95
- Empanadas Crabmeat $5.95
- Pinchos Chicken $10.95
- Pinchos Pork $10.95
- Pinchos Shrimp $15.95
- Pasteles $10.95
Rice Stew (Asopao)
- Vegetable (Asopao de Vegetales) $17.95
- Chicken (Asopao de Pollo) $22.95
- Shrimp (Asopao de Camarones) $29.95
- Lobster (Asopao de Langosta) $32.95
- Mixed Seafood (Asopao de Mariscos) $35.95
- Beef (Asopao de Bistec) $25.95
Salad (Ensalada)
- Coquito Salad $11.95
Mixed greens, avocado, apples, coconut, gorgonzola cheese
- Coquito Salad Topped with Chicken $18.95
- Coquito Salad Topped with Shrimp $21.95
- Coquito Salad Topped with Salmon $23.95
- Coquito Salad Topped with Steak $25.95
- Lobster Salad (Ensalada de Langosta) $27.95
Lobster meat tossed with peppers, onions, and sofrito served over greens
- Salmon Salad (Ensalada de Salmon) $23.95
Salmon tossed with avocado, banana chips and sesame seeds served over greens
- Steak Salad $25.95
Grilled skirt steak, caramelized onions, gorgonzola cheese and walnuts served over greens
- Chicken Salad (Ensalad de Pollo) $18.95
Grilled chicken, caramelized onions, apples, coconut, served over greens
- Avocado Salad (Ensalada de Aguacate) $11.95
Avocado tossed with tomato, sofrito, served over greens. Add chicken: $18.95, Add Steak: $25.95, Add Shrimp: $21.95, Add Salmon: $23.95
Specialty Rice Dishes
- Rice with Spanish Sausage (Arroz con Chorizo) $22.95
- Rice with Chicken (Arroz con Pollo) $22.95
- Rice with Chicken & Spanish Sausage (Arroz con Pollo y Chorizo) $25.95
- Rice with Shrimp (Arroz con Camarones) $29.95
- Rice with Lobster (Arroz con Langosta) $32.95
Meats & Chickent (Carnes Y Pollo) (served with choice of one side dish)
- Grilled NY Strip Steak (Sirloin a la Parrilla) $35.94
- Pepper Steak (Bistec con Pimientos y Cebollas) $36.95
NY strip steak sauteed with peppers, onions, wine, steak sauce
- Steak Coquito Style ( Bistec Encebollado) $36.95
Grilled NY strip topped with caramelized onions and Coquito steak sauce
- Steak Creole (Bistec a la Criolla) $36.95
NY strip sautéed with onions, peppers, and tomatoes in a hot sauce
- Breaded Steak (Empanizado) $35.95
Skirt steak seasoned, breaded, and fried served with Coquito steak sauce
- Grilled Skirt Steak (Churrasco) $37.95
Grilled 12oz skirt steak marinated in herbs, garlic, and spices
- Steak & Shrimp (Churrasco y Camarones al Ajillo) $42.95
Grilled, marinated skirt steak and Coquito shrimp
- Fried Pork Chops (Chuletas Fritas) $19.95
- Grilled Pork Chops with Applesauce (Chuletas a la Parrilla con Salsa de Manzana $20.95
- Coquito Pork (Masitas de Cerdo a la Coquito) $21.95
- Pernil $21.95
Slow-roasted, marinated pork shoulder
- Grilled Chicken Breast ( Pechuga de Polla a la Parrilla) $19.95
- Fried Chunks of Chicken (Chicharron de Pollo) $20.95
- Chicken Creole (Chicharron a la Criolla) $22.95
- Coquito Chicken (Pollo a la Parrilla Estilo Coquito) $21.95
Grilled, marinated chunks of chicken cooked in Coquito sauce
Seafood (Mariscos) (served with a choice of one side dish)
- Lobster in Garlic Sauce (Langosta al Aijillo $35.95
- Broiled Lobster Tail (Cola de Langosta a la Parrilla) $35.95
8oz lobster tail, lightly seasoned and broiled
- Coquito Mahi Mahi (Mero a la Coquito) $26.95
Filet coated with ground green plantain, served in a sofrito cream sauce
- Mahi Mahi Creole ( Mero a la Criolla) $27.95
Filet cooked with onions, peppers, and tomatoes in a hot sauce
- Broiled Mahi Mahi (Mero a la Parrilla) $25.95
- Breaded Filet of Sole (Filete de Lenguado Empanizdao) $25.95
- Stuffed Filet of Sole (Filete de Lenguado Relleno de Jueyes) $31.95
Stuffed with seasoned crabmeat and broiled
- Grilled Red Snapper (Filete de Chillo a la Parrilla) $29.95
Grilled and seasoned with a garlic wine sauce
- Grilled Salmon (Salmon a la Parrilla) $29.95
Lightly seasoned, grilled in a garlic wine sauce
- Shrimp a la Coquito (Camarones al Aijillo) $28.95
Seasoned, then cooked in a garlic wine sauce
- Shrimp Creole Dish (Camarones a la Criolla) $29.95
With onions, peppers and tomatoes in a spicy sauce
- Breaded Shrimp (Camarones Empanizados) $26.95
Seasoned, breaded and fried
- Surf & Turf (Mar y Tierra) $55.95
10oz grilled NY Strip, 8oz. lobster tail
- Filet of Sole (Broiled) $25.95
Paella (A seasoned rice dish with clams, mussels, shrimp, lobster, chicken, pork and chorizo)
- For One (Para Uno) $40.95
- For Two (Para Dos) $65.95
Mofongo al Pilon (Green plantains mashed with spices, chicharron and meats or seafood)
- Beef Mofongo (de Res) $23.95
- Pork Mofongo (de Cerdo) $20.95
- Chicken Mofongo (de Pollo) $21.95
- Shrimp Mofongo (de Camarones) $25.95
- Lobster Mofongo (de Langosta) $32.95
- Vegan Mofongo (de Vegetales) $17.95
Sandwiches (Served on garlic bread, French bread or soft roll with lettuce, tomato and choice of one side dish
- Cuban Sandwich (Sandwich Cubano) $18.95
- Steak Sandwich (Sandwich de Bistec) $20.95
Grilled, marinated skirt steak
- Cheese Steak Sandwich (Sandwich de Bistec con Queso) $21.95
- Chicken Sandwich (Sandwich de Pollo) $18.95
- Pernil Sandwich $18.95
- Grilled Veggie Sandwich (de Vegetales) $15.95
Assorted grilled vegetables topped with goat cheese
- Coquito Burger $20.95
Fresh ground sirloin topped with chorizo & gorgonzola cheese
- Grilled Veggie Burger $15.95
Topped with onions & peppers
- Burger $16.95
- Burger with Cheese $17.95
Side Dishes (Guarmiciones)
- Yellow Rice with Pigeon Peas (Arroz con Gandules) $6.95
- Rice & Beans (Arroz con Habichuelas) $8.95
- Fried Plantains (Tostones) $9.95
- Fried Sweet Plantains (Maduros) $9.95
- French Fries (Papas Fritas) $6.95
- Yuca Fries (Yuca Fritas) $6.95
- Vegetable of the Day (Vegetales del Dia) $6.95
- White Rice (Arroz Blanco) $4.95
- Beans (Habichuelas) $5.95
Kid's Menu
- Pernil $12.95
Served with French fries or white rice
- Pinchos: Pork $12.95
Served with French fries or white rice
- Burger/Cheeseburger $12.95
Served with French fries or white rice
- Grilled Chicken Breast $12.95
Served with French fries or white rice
- Chicken Fingers $12.95
Served with French fries or white rice
Coquito Details
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
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Coquito Reviews
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1My 2nd time at this restaurant, after nearly 7 years! Am happy that this place is still around and serving delicious Puerto Rican food in Warwick. I brought my bf here after a busy day in the area, and was happy to see that they had a nice outdoor patio area for al fresco dining.We ate indoors, and were well taken care of by the two servers. Water was given shortly after we were seated. Though, their cocktail menu seemed appealing, we didn't order drinks at this time.We ordered two pork pasteles for appetizers. Though smaller than I'm used to, it was very tasty and we devoured them quickly (no pictures). For entrees, we ordered the chicken creole with a side of yucca fries and pernil with arroz y gandules with a side of maduros. All was very tasty! 😋 I had enough for leftovers, and am happy to enjoy the meal anew.The restaurant itself is well decorated and kept nice-looking. They have a full bar and some booth and table seating. Would be a good outing for couples and groups alike, or solo diners at the bar. The prices are a bit high for the food type, but I do believe that it is worth it given the scarcity of Puerto Rican food in the area. 🇵🇷 Highly recommended.
October 06 · Valerie CMy family and I recently had dinner at this restaurant, and overall, it was a pleasant experience. The place is very clean, which is always a great first impression.For appetizers, my wife and I ordered the chicken empanadas and a shrimp cocktail. The empanadas were delicious, but the shrimp cocktail was fairly standard—nothing extraordinary.For the main course, my kid had a cheeseburger and fries from the kid’s menu and had no complaints, so that’s always a win. My wife had a chicken dish, which she enjoyed and found up to her standards. I ordered the paella for one, and while most of the dish was flavorful, the lobster tail had a strong ammonia taste, which was disappointing.The pricing was reasonable for what we ordered. Overall, it was a decent dining experience, with a few highs and lows. I’d consider coming back, but I’d probably skip the lobster next time.
February 01 · Wazir AliWe went late so didn't order dinner but I wish I found the place sooner. They had a DJ and it was nice to sit at the bar and just hang out. The staff was very attentive and it looked like they had plenty of "regulars". I looked at the menu after closing and saw they had some really good food options, including some vegetarian stuff that I wanted to try. Next time I'm back in this area, I'm absolutely coming here for dinner.
September 04 · CountessThe best steak and shrimp dish anywhere. The empanadas are amazing and the Coquito salad is my wife’s favorite. We’ve been coming here for all sorts of occasions since they opened, multiple times a year and it’s always a great experience, friendly staff, pleasant atmosphere, and the food is always delicious. My birthday is coming up and this is where we’ll be
August 26 · Kyle CosmilloI’ve been raving about Coquito for over 15 years, and I’m absolutely never let down! The food is not just delicious; it’s a true taste of authenticity that transports you straight to the heart of the Caribbean. As a Dominican living in Orange County, it’s been a challenge to find quality Spanish cuisine, but this gem offers a slice of home that I cherish.And let’s talk about Saturdays! The atmosphere is electrifying, with a DJ spinning an incredible mix of music that creates an unforgettable party vibe, reminiscent of a lively night in NYC but right in my backyard. The drinks are top-notch, and the service is fantastic! It’s an experience that captures the essence of celebration. Don’t miss out on the fun at Coquito!
September 14 · Reyna Lachapell
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