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Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota, Sarasota, FL

Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota

4.2
4.2
447 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar Sarasota serves a diverse menu of authentic Mexican food in a vibrant, casual atmosphere, for locals and tourists alike. Rocco's passion for bringing the best of Mexico's flavor AND fun to life is felt as soon as you walk in the door. Our attention to authentic, fresh Mexican flavors and ingredients can be tasted in all our dishes - enjoy fresh guacamole prepared table side, house made margaritas, and Rocco's uniquely inspired signature tacos. From lunch to late night, for dinner or take out, there is something special waiting for you every day of the week. Be sure to stop in for our daily Happy Hour specials and our famous weekend Bottomless Brunch.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00–22:00 Tue, Fri, Sat 11:00–01:00 Thu 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (941) 477-8226
  • Website
    https://www.roccostacos.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    243 N Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Area
    Lakewood Ranch
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

ANTOJITOS AND BOTANAS

  • Totopos (Chips & Salsa)

    house - tomato, onion, cilantro, lime verde - tomatillo, jalapeño picante - roasted chile de arbol

    • Nachos

      sour cream, black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, chihuahua cheese, pickled jalapeños, chile de arbol and chipotle salsas plain nachos spicy beef or chicken brisket

      • Chili Rellenos

        negra modelo battered poblano pepper stuffed with chihuahua cheese, queso fresco, goat cheese with salsa roja, lime crema

        • Flautas

          three flour tortillas filled and rolled, fried crispy with chicken, and salsa chile de arbol

          • Queso Fundido

            chihuahua and cheddar cheeses, chili rajas, baked in a skillet with flour tortillas (*GF when served with corn tortillas)

            • Austin Queso

              tex-mex cheese dip with Rocco's chips and veggies

              • Grilled Wings

                chipotle-honey lime bbq, avocado ranch

                GUACAMOLE

                • Famous Guacamole with Rocco's Chips

                  Add carrots, cucumbers and peppers for dipping

                  ENSALADAS

                  • ENSALADA MIXTA

                    mixed greens, cotija cheese, pepitas and local vegetables, choice of spanish sherry vinaigrette or avocado ranch dressing

                    • ENSALADA DE TACO

                      crispy flour tortilla filled with spicy ground beef, romaine lettuce, cotija cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, avocado ranch dressing

                      • MEXICAN COBB SALAD

                        grilled chicken breast, chopped romaine, cotija cheese, black beans, charred corn, egg, guacamole, pico de gallo, chipotle-lime vinaigrette

                        BURRITOS & BOWLS

                        • WET BURRITO

                          topped with rojo and chihuahua cheese

                          • "DORADO" BURRITO

                            griddled and served with salsa verde

                            • BURRITO BOWL

                              filled with yellow rice, black beans, chihuahua cheese, cotija cheese, Rocco's hot sauce, guacamole, cilantro, served with sour cream, pico de gallo and guacamole

                              • pork, chicken or beef

                                • skirt steak

                                  TACOS DE CASA

                                  • TACOS DE CASA

                                    served on flour tortillas (hard, corn, or GF handmade corn tortilla available) served with pico de gallo, cilantro, pickled red onions, and cotija cheese. *Available as platter: 2 tacos served with yellow rice and black beans or refried beans*

                                    • POLLO

                                      slow roasted chicken in adobo

                                      • COCHINITAS ACHIOTE

                                        slow roasted pork

                                        • CARNE MOLIDA

                                          spicy ground beef

                                          • HONGOS

                                            vegan mushroom, tequila, jalapeño, garlic

                                            • CHORIZO

                                              spicy sausage, cotija cheese, cilantro, onion, verde

                                              • CARNE ASADA

                                                marinated grilled steak

                                                TACOS DE CALLE

                                                • platter of three tacos served on handmade corn tortillas

                                                  • PORK BELLO TACO

                                                    crispy pork belly, chipotle BBQ, pickled corn & jalapeño relish

                                                    • MACHA SHRIMP TACOS

                                                      crispy shrimp, peanut salsa macha, shaved cabbage, avocado, pico de gallo, sesame seeds

                                                      • THE TRADICIONAL

                                                        carnitas style pork, cilantro, onion, salsa brava

                                                        • CRISPY FISH TACOS

                                                          battered and fried mahi mahi tacos, shaved cabbage, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, radish, cilantro

                                                          • BIRRIA TACOS

                                                            chili braised beef brisket served in crispy white corn tortillas with pickled red onions, crema, lime and caldo "broth" to dip

                                                            TORTAS & QUESADILLAS

                                                            • QUESADILLAS

                                                              griddled flour tortilla, chihuahua cheese, chili rajas. - cheese griddled flour tortilla, chihuahua cheese, chili rajas - chicken, mushrooms, or market vegetables - steak or shrimp

                                                              • HAMBURGER

                                                                8oz sirloin patty, challah Bun, LTO & french fries

                                                                • TACO BURGER

                                                                  crispy tortillas, guacamole, house salsa, chihuahua cheese, sour cream, lettuce, fries

                                                                  MOLCAJETES

                                                                  • MOLCAJETES

                                                                    served sizzling in a traditional lava rock molcajete "MOKA-HET-TAY" with flour tortillas, pico de gallo, cotija cheese, guacamole, sour cream GF* (*when served with corn tortilla)

                                                                    • CARNE

                                                                      marinated grilled steak, chicken, chorizo, chili rajas, salsa roja and tequila

                                                                      ESPECIALES DE LA CASA

                                                                      • ENCHILADAS

                                                                        two corn tortillas rolled in sauce, baked with chihuahua cheese, served with beans "refrijoles" and yellow rice. - chicken: slow roasted chicken in adobo, tomatillo sauce - market vegetable: tomatillo sauce - pork: pulled pork, smoky guajillo chili sauce

                                                                        • AL CARBON

                                                                          yellow rice, black beans, plantains, pickled red onions, chimichurri - chicken breast - skirt steak - market fish

                                                                          • ROCCO'S SIMPLY GRILLED

                                                                            roasted sweet potatoes, avocado and lime - chicken breast - skirt steak - market fish

                                                                            SIDES

                                                                            • BLACK BEANS

                                                                              • YELLOW RICE

                                                                                • BEANS "REFRIJOLES"

                                                                                  • MARKET VEGETABLES

                                                                                    • SWEET PLANTAINS

                                                                                      • ELOTES/ESQUITES

                                                                                        mexican street corn, grilled with cotija cheese, chipotle aioli, Rocco's spice

                                                                                        Last updated: 3 January 2025

                                                                                        What 447 people are saying

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                        4.2
                                                                                        4.2 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.2Food
                                                                                        • 4.2Service
                                                                                        • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                        • 3.9Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                        • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                                          Child-friendly

                                                                                        • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                                          Hot spot

                                                                                        • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                                          Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                        • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                                          Lively

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Rocco's Tacos in Sarasota is a vibrant spot known for its "delicious Mexican food" and lively atmosphere. The handcrafted cocktails are a standout, with margaritas being a favorite. While service can be hit or miss, many guests enjoy the "fun vibe" and "great location." The tableside guacamole is highly recommended, and despite varied experiences, the restaurant remains a popular choice for its drinks and ambiance.

                                                                                        447 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Shawn

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Tampa

                                                                                          11 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          11 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Great food, excellent drinks, and outstanding service!

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                                                                                        2. Carmen

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Awesome service! Great food! The server Jessica did a great job with her recommendations and kindness!
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the great food and awesome service. Jessica will be so happy to know her recommendations and kindness made your experience even better. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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                                                                                        3. Jaime

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                          Ruidoso y oa atencion lenta y deficiente. Pedimos algunas cosas q nunca llegaron
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Agradecemos tus comentarios y los compartiremos con nuestro equipo para mejorar. Esperamos que nos des otra oportunidad para brindarte la experiencia que mereces. ¡Gracias nuevamente por hacérnoslo saber!

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                                                                                        4. Susan

                                                                                          Philadelphia

                                                                                          12 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          12 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We had a great time! Music is way too loud. You have to shout & hard time hearing server Food/drinks were amazing 🥂
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had a great time and enjoyed the amazing food and drinks. We apologize for the loud music making it hard to hear—your comfort is important to us, and we’ll take this into consideration. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable experience!

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                                                                                        5. Daniel

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Tampa

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Josh’s was awesome. Attentive and genuinely friendly. Food was very good. Noise level was very high.
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Josh provided attentive and friendly service, and that you enjoyed the food. We apologize for the high noise level and appreciate your understanding. We hope to see you again soon for another great experience!

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                                                                                        6. matthew

                                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          1.0

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                                          2. Food 1
                                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                          Been here twice. Both times service was awful and food was cold and gross. Not worth the wait
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that both of your visits fell short of expectations. This is not the experience we strive to provide, and we regret letting you down. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’ll address these concerns with our team to ensure improvements are made. We hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future to provide the 5-star experience we are known for. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.

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                                                                                        7. Julie

                                                                                          Tampa

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 2
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          They need to hire more help! Took too long for drinks and food.
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the delays with your drinks and food. We understand how frustrating that can be. We appreciate your patience and hope you’ll give us another chance to provide the service you deserve.

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                                                                                        8. Susan

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          33 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          33 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                          Our server Laura was terrific and her guacamole was OUTSTANDING. Food was great but this is definitely not a place for quiet conversation. Noise level almost uncomfortably high but somewhat expected on a Friday night.
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear that Laura provided terrific service and that her guacamole was outstanding. It’s great to know you enjoyed the food as well. We apologize for the high noise level and appreciate your understanding, especially on a busy Friday night. We hope to see you again soon for another enjoyable experience!

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                                                                                        9. William

                                                                                          Charleston

                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Perfect, wonderful gathering spot. Great service, excellent food
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience with great service and excellent food. We look forward to welcoming you back for more perfect gatherings!

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                                                                                        10. Laura

                                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          First time visitor and we will be back!!! Foiod and drinks were amazing. Our waitress was fantastic!!! Thank you!!!
                                                                                          Rocco's Tacos - SarasotaResponded today
                                                                                          Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing first visit with delicious food, great drinks, and fantastic service from your waitress. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 477-8226.

                                                                                        Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota is rated 4.2 stars by 447 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        19:00
                                                                                        Booked 28 times today

                                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                        Google Map for Rocco's Tacos - Sarasota

                                                                                        243 N Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243

                                                                                        Dining areas

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                          Lakewood Ranch
                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                          Mon, Sun 11:00–22:00 Tue, Fri, Sat 11:00–01:00 Thu 11:00–23:00
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Business Casual
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          Private Lot
                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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