Alma Cocina Buckhead

Visited with my coworker for my birthday lunch. She's always raved about the good food, ambience, drinks and small bites. Everything lived up to it!To start we did the guacamole trio - traditional, strawberry chamoy and charred spring onion, cotija.We ordered from the lunch express menu - pork enchiladas and mushroom enchilada. We shared the sweet plantains served with crema, chili-agave and Queso cotija. Neither entrees are on their regular menu and were scrumptious! I also ordered a nonalcoholic drink from the bar. It was like a piña colada made with coconut milk. Very refreshing and tasty. I felt lime we transported to a resort based on the service, food and ambiance.Maybe it's me but the hostess, manager, our server, the chef serving plates and man being the bar were melanated so that was cool! Top tier, fresh locally sourced ingredients and great energy from everyone. I can't wait to try more on the menu!

From the moment I walked into Alma Cocina, I was enveloped in a vibrant and authentic Mexican dining experience. The warm, lively atmosphere struck me immediately, enhanced by the decor and friendly staff. Rick, the host, was awesome and Brittany, my server, was amazing! It was clear that the restaurant prides itself on using fresh, high-quality ingredients, and this commitment to excellence was evident in every dish I tried. Alma Cocina is a gem for anyone seeking an authentic Mexican dining experience. The combination of excellent food, an inviting atmosphere, and stellar service makes it a top choice for both casual meals and special occasions. Whether you're a fan of traditional Mexican cuisine or looking to try something new, Alma Cocina is sure to impress.

Alma Cocina is a gem! I stopped in for a quick drink, and it was absolutely delicious. They craft their own tinctures, which adds such a unique and fresh touch to their drinks. Not only were the cocktails amazing, but they were also extremely well-priced, making it a fantastic spot for happy hour. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the quality of the drinks was top-notch. Definitely a great place to unwind--I'll be back for sure!

Nice mexican spot with elevated flavors. I've tried a few dishes and loved them all. I also love some of the unique margarita flavors they have. The only con is sometimes they run out of dishes on the happy hour menu. I think when they happen, they should replace it with something else for the day.

There aren't a lot of vegetarian or vegan options. The food was great. Our server was amazing, very attentive. The interior is definitely cool and unique, and the ambiance is chill.

It was very quiet in there on a Friday night. We had a 7pm reservation, and there were between 5-7 other parties dining during our 3 hrs there.Parking is plentiful because it's the Terminus parking deck. Alma Cocina validates parking for up to 3 hours, so that's usually plenty for most diners. You can also valet your car, but we opted to self-park because it was easy.Naranjarita margarita - VERY GOOD, not too sweetPork belly Masa - piece of pork was very fattyGuacamole trio was interesting and tasty. The apple chamoy was an unexpected combination for avocado, but it worked! It had a slightly smoky flavor and was not overly sweet. The hearts of palm guac was good, but had more of a bright lime juice flavor compared to the plain guacamole. The prawns small plate was really good. Presentation was pretty and enjoyed how bright and spicy the base sauce was. It came with 2 triangles of bread, but i could have used even more to get all the sauce up. It also had a bright flavor that reminded me of Tom Yum soup. I wonder if there was lemongrass in it. Either way, i recommend it!

Should have called ahead. Drove all the way from downtown Atlanta. Parking isn't easy here at all. Valet for $10. There is public structure across the way.Been to Alma once before. Food is decent. This location is a pain to get to.

Alma Cocina is a modern style Mexican restaurant that serves a variety of salsas, guacamoles, small plates, and main plates. We had a reservation of 6 on a weeknight. The service was great. Shout out to our server, Tucker! He was personable and knew the menu really well. He was able to tell us which of the small plates we needed to order more of since some of the portion sizes were too small for a table of 6. Everything tasted amazing-- though I will say that the larger potatoes of the patata bravas weren't cooked all the way but the smaller ones tasted great!Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Alma Cocina. I would definitely go back but probably with a smaller sized group (3-4 people).

OMG sooo good. The shrimp tacos were out of this world. My husband and I shared the octopus to start and it was heavenly. Service was great too. Highly recommend.

Modern and aesthetic restaurant that will make you feel like a rich queen. Staff is friendly and are willing to explain the items on the menu.Definitely made my inner child happy with all the food we got. The chihuahua cheese is a must get. It's so fun to eat and is quite good. You also can't go wrong with the paella and short ribs.Would definitely go again. It's a bit on the pricier side, but that comes with the area it's in.