JAKO Cocina y Agave

One day while strolling through Grandscape we saw Jako would be opening soon. We waited a few weeks once it was open to grab an early dinner reservation for 5:30pm on a Saturday evening. When we arrived we were impressed with the level of service from the hostess to our server (coat check was a plus).Started with cocktails and I loved the Coco Loco- if you do not love fresh coconut flakes asked for them not to be added. The drink was nice and fruity and not overly sweet or super strong. Perfection for a cocktail for this lightweight drinker.We moved on to appetizers and tried the chips and salsa, guacamole and queso with chorizo. The salsa is very smokey so if that is not your thing, pass on it. The guacamole was yummy- but we did have to add salt. The queso with chorizo served with fresh corn tortillas was AMAZING! Probably my favorite of the evening.For dinner we shared short rib tacos, Mar y Tierra plate and cilantro and truffle potatoes. I was shocked that we ordered and 5 mins later all the food was brought out. Not sure if I was impressed with this because it surely would have taken more than 5 mins for the chicken to grill- but everything did taste fresh so it worked! The cilantro and truffle potatoes were good- after we added some salt.Lastly we ordered the Tres Leche cake. I don't eat Tres Leche but my friends said it was good especially having the meringue topping.Overall we would return. There is a lounge area of the restaurant that plays music starting at 8 or 9pm, so we may have to try that aspect of the restaurant soon!

Ambiance, Cocktails and Hostess Hospitality amazing. Im giving it 3 stars based on our waiter & experience and quality of food.Let me start off with our waiter was very un attentive, lack of menu knowledge and extremely slow. What we ordered came out under cooked , food definitely not what I expected at all. Lacking taste , portions extremely small . Manager never came to the table , waiter stayed gone so long never was able to order another cocktail get water nothing... HORRIBLE . When he return my food was cold and honestly I just wanted them to cook it longer but at that point I was like just bring the check.So, they did comp my meal , however I'm sure I will never return . Again ambiance and the one cocktail I was able to order was good.Great location. Try at your risk

Service, ambience, and cocktails were top notch.We got the arepas and guacamole as starters. The arepas were ok but, coming from South Florida, our standards are high. The guacamole tasted like store bought guacamole. At a place of this caliber, and for the price, I had expected freshly made, perhaps table side guacamole.For meals, my husband and I split the picanyha. It would have been great if cooked appropriately but came out cold, when we ordered medium rare.The atmosphere was cool and service was truly great. We'd give it another shot for sure.

Great place to have a drink with friends. The decor is clean and modern and aesthetically beautiful. Lots of tables inside and outside and seating at the bar. Came here with a couple of girlfriends. It was past 10pm, and there was a live DJ towards the back with lounge seating. The music was pretty good. The DJ was playing a mix of Latin/90s. The crowd appeared to be older ~30-40+. There was a group of people celebrating a birthday and danced in the small space in front of the DJ. We ordered drinks with our waitress. Drinks were reasonably priced and good. Service was very attentive, checking with us throughout the night even though we only ordered one drink each. The bathrooms were unisex with a large sink in the middle and a large mirror on the side. I think this place is fairly new as I'm the first to review. I recommend checking this place out.

I've had the opportunity to visit this restaurant a few times now, and each visit has been nothing short of exceptional. The ambience is simply amazing--the perfect combination of a great vibe, a steady flow of people, and music that sets the tone for an enjoyable evening.One standout aspect of my experience has been the chef. On all three occasions, the chef personally came to our table to ask about the food and the overall experience, which I truly appreciated. This level of attentiveness and care really sets this place apart.The drinks at this restaurant are simply amazing! They're not only delicious but also beautifully crafted--picture-perfect. I love the creativity that goes into each drink, from the unique flavors to the stunning presentation.As for the food, it was flawless. I've tried the taco chicharrón, the campechana, the quesabirrias, the arepas, and the empanadas--all of which were perfectly prepared and bursting with flavor. The desserts are not only beautifully presented but also incredibly tasty.The staff is attentive, friendly, and always ensuring we had everything we needed. The cleanliness and thoughtful decoration of the space only added to the overall experience.I will absolutely be returning. This restaurant delivers on every front--ambience, food, service, and overall vibe. Definitely an A+!

Came here for a girls night and I will say I was impressed by the drinks. I had the mezcalita and it was great! The waiters and staff were very friendly and accommodating. I will consider it a bit on the nicer side for Mexican food based on the price and the food amount you get. It's a la cart style. So for the enchiladas, it's just the enchiladas, it doesn't come with rice and beans. They were good but I would've wanted more for the price. The validate for valet if you tell them.

Absolutely loved coming here and can't wait to come back when I have a much bigger appetite. Our server was so sweet and accommodating and our food and drinks were delish! The aesthetic inside was BEAUTIFUL! Seriously.. I want their interior decorator to come decorate my house! I highly recommend.

Went here for Valentine's dinner with my family. Walked in and the place had a nice atmosphere. For some d was out. The food was authentic; our server said it was from several South American countries (just can't remember what he said). Maybe we're just used to Tex mex, but some of the food did t have much flavor. However sone of it was really good. 3 of our group had different types of tacos, and all of them were good. Recommend the tacos. Appetizers were good also- we tried several. Tuba tostadas were a little bland but tuna was fresh. Margaritas and espresso martinis were also good. We tried 3 different desserts. Tree leches was tiny and not what we were used to. However the churros and chocolate dessert were very good. With so many local dining options, we may or may not return. Glad we experienced it but not something we're gonna eat often.

Rolled out the red carpet for us came here for a small Christmas party with coworkers and they ACCEPT DOGS on the patio! We had 3 good pups with us that night so they welcomed us and our pups in, and took care of everything we needed/dogs needed. Prada was our server and he gave us such awesome service.The quality of the food, ingredients, you can absolutely taste and the presentation, you can tell a lot of time has been spent on everything. One feedback I would like to say is that aside from the chips and salsa, guacamole and ceviche, everything else needed salt for me. I may just have a salty palate but I felt it was lacking salt. Still Prada's service and the time we all had makes up for this. You can always add salt but you can't take it away.Highly recommend asking for the spicier salsa option (if you like heat), getting the guacamole and the ceviche. The leche de tigre they add in the ceviche is something I can drink by itself it's so good We were in casual clothing, (lululemon attire and sneakers) since we started our party at a dog park up the street before coming here but the ambiance is super sexy so next time I go, I will definitely be in cocktail attire and dress up a little more. Thank you for the amazing service Prada! We will be back again!

Great environment, amazing drinks and good food. Always love coming here, especially since it's a laying spot at Grandscape