CAPULLO COCINA MEXICANA ALAMEDA

1506 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501, United States
+1 510-263-8104
$$$
(123 Reviews)

Welcome to Capullo Cocina Mexicana, a vibrant culinary gem nestled in the heart of Alameda, California. This restaurant invites you to indulge in an authentic Mexican dining experience, celebrating both traditional and contemporary flavors that will satisfy any palate.

As you step inside, you're welcomed by a warm and lively atmosphere, complete with a friendly host and an inviting bar area that sets the stage for an enjoyable evening. The layout cleverly divides the restaurant into three sections, offering a cozy vibe perfect for casual dining or special gatherings. On weekends, enjoy the added delight of live music, creating a truly festive environment.

Capullo Cocina Mexicana specializes in an impressive array of dishes that showcase the rich tapestry of Mexican cuisine. The menu boasts a delightful selection of items, including:

  • Birria Wings: These succulent wings are a must-try—perfectly seasoned and bursting with flavor, they exemplify the restaurant's commitment to authentic taste.
  • Mole Negro Oaxaqueño: A rich, enchanting sauce that elevates chicken to divine status, drawing from age-old recipes that honor the heart of Oaxacan cooking.
  • Vegan Enchiladas: A healthful yet indulgent option, these corn tortillas are stuffed with grilled vegetables, proving that Mexican cuisine can be both flavorful and plant-based.
  • Tacos de Camarones: Seafood tacos that are packed with freshness and accompanied by a delicious assortment of salsas, making for an unforgettable bite at every turn.
  • Churros with Cajeta: For dessert, these warm, crispy churros served with a rich caramel sauce are the perfect sweet ending to your meal.

With a focus on quality, the ingredients used at Capullo are fresh and of the highest caliber. Diners have raved about the flavorful dishes, complimenting the restaurant's excellent service. Reviews highlight the personable bartenders and the unique atmosphere, as one customer shared, “The vibes are good here...Flavor was good but meat was dry.” Overall, the feedback reflects a genuine love for the culinary offerings, showing how this spot can be both a casual dinner venue and a lively hangout.

One of the standout features of Capullo Cocina Mexicana is its catering services, ideal for parties and events. Their catering menu includes crowd-pleasers such as nachos, burrito trays, and even birria wings, making it easy to bring the authentic flavors of Mexico to your next gathering.

The restaurant's welcoming environment, with attentive staff, a fun atmosphere, and an unwavering commitment to delicious, authentic Mexican food, makes Capullo Cocina Mexicana a destination you won't want to miss. So gather your friends or family and experience the vibrancy of traditional Mexican cuisine like never before!

123 Reviews
Roxanne Vilchis

22 Sep 2025

Finally had time to go check this new place out. Easy parking. Check. Welcoming host, Emiliano. Check. Genuinely friendly Bartender, Max. Check. Authentic Mexican food. Check. Music selection on point. Check. All around cool new spot. Plus you can host an event if you like. This is one of my favorites now! Check them out ASAP.

H H

21 Sep 2025

Vibes good here, they seem to split the restaurant into 3 section, live music on weekends. Flavor was good but meat was dry, If the meat improved it would be awesome. They lean towards smaller portions. They do charge for chips and guac or salsa. Just heads up. Overall we enjoyed it, will be returning.

Teason Miao

05 Sep 2025

Straight Bangin! Capullo gots that wet wet (Birria Tacos) . Who says it can’t be taco Tuesday everyday? The Chicken Mole was thiccc and juicy with very rich flavor. The Filet Mignon Chile Relleno was unique; I enjoyed the giant pepper and the steaks, definitely tasted the Mexican culture in this dish. Tempiquena (Ribeye) was . I scooped some guac on top of it and scarfed it down cuz I like my food extra thick saucy (like my girl). Gimme all that ceviche and shrimp taco, them pickled sides keep my coming back for more. Definitely gotta try this place if you’re in Alameda or in Walnut Creek.

Khalid

25 Aug 2025

This place was solid. I'd go back to catch more games in the future. I've also heard it gets pretty lively on the weekends, so I may have to check it out. I went here with some friends to catch the football and basketball games on Monday night. We sat at the bar and had dinner and drinks. It was a chill vibe, but we had a good time talking. The bartender was friendly and the drinks were solid. The food was decent as well. My Birria tacos could have used a little more flavor, but that's a personal preference. Food: 4/5 Drinks: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Overall: 4.2/5

Gabby Guzman

06 Aug 2025

It was a marvelous experience! The service was awesome fast and accurate. For appetizers, I tried the Birria Chicken wings, oaxacaños taquitos and tostaditas de langosta everything was so delicious and for my main course I had the Seafood tacos over the top delicious oh and the Micheladas I just can’t wait to be back for more. The churros with cajeta yum

Ana Tafoya

04 Jul 2025

They have a good food selection, I order a guacamole and chips to start off. The guac was really good nice presentation it came in the Lava rock( molcajete). The red pozole was really good, the camarones a la diabla was spicy it had a lot of flavor. The street tacos were okay. The tamales were okay not a lot of flavor. The flan with Kahlua was really good. The churros with the caramel dipping sauce was really good.

Adrian Hammers

02 Jul 2025

Would definitely recommend this newish spot to everyone I know. Their location is deceptively huge with 4 separate areas, mostly soundproofed from the others so you arent bothered during events like live music and dancing. The food selections are great, although sometimes spicy for my tastes, so if you want stuff mild be sure to ask for less or no sauce when possible. Max, as I see other reviewers have mentioned, was very welcoming my first time having lunch there and definitely one of the reasons I kept coming back.

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