EL COMPA | Cocina Mexicana
1889 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1H8, Canada
Phone: (604) 428-7975
Website: https://www.elcompayvr.com/
EL COMPA | Cocina Mexicana in Vancouver is a 4.3-star Mexican restaurant with 89 Google reviews, known for Cochinita Pibil Tacos/Burrito and Asada Tacos.
Why we love it
- Mexican with authentic regional dishes
- Located near Near Powell St and Triumph St
- Family-style, friendly service, vibrant atmosphere
- Casual dining with counter service
- Mexican with authentic regional dishes
- Located near Near Powell St and Triumph St
- Family-style, friendly service, vibrant atmosphere
- Casual dining with counter service
What to Order
Cochinita Pibil Tacos/Burrito
Slow-roasted pork, marinated in citrus and achiote, served in tacos or a burrito. It's a standout for its rich, authentic flavor.
"The cochinita was the best."
derek omar
Asada Tacos
Flavorful grilled steak tacos, seasoned perfectly and often highlighted for not needing extra salsa.
"My favorites were the cochinita and asada. I didnt need to put salsa in my tacos which is usual in Mexican food the filling were seasoned and flavorful on its own."
Rica Angeles
Pollo con Mole
Chicken in a rich, complex mole sauce, praised for its excellent flavor, available as a quesadilla or other preparations.
"The pollo con mole had excellent flavour."
derek omar
Barbacoa
Tender, slow-cooked barbacoa, considered a must-try for its authentic taste and generous portions.
"The best barbacoa and consomé you’ll likely find outside of Mexico. Super authentic, lots of meat and flavour."
Zac White
Rajas con Crema
A vegetarian option featuring roasted poblano peppers in a creamy sauce, surprisingly delicious and a pleasant discovery for many.
"I pleasant surprise for me was the rajas on crema and jamaica tacos. I thought that they were great vegetarian options!"
Rica Angeles
Flan
A classic Mexican custard dessert, noted for its exceptional quality and considered by some to be the best in the city.
"The cherry on top was their flan!! As someone who has baked a lot of flans i know a good flan when I eat one and theirs was the best in the city."
Jonathan Israel Esparza Guerrero
Horchata
A traditional sweet rice milk drink, often enjoyed as a refreshing accompaniment to the meal.
"The horchata and rice pudding was a treat, too!"
Christa Ovenell
Inside Scoop
- The "All You Can Eat" taco promotion has been inconsistent and may not always be available, despite past advertising.
- Service can be slow, especially during busy periods or for the AYCE taco deal, due to kitchen capacity.
- The restaurant offers a unique Mexican chili oil on the table that is highly recommended.
- Portion sizes for tacos have been a point of contention for some, so manage expectations if ordering à la carte.
- The menu is small, allowing them to focus on quality and what they do best.