Cotoa is not just an Ecuadorian restaurant — it’s a joyful tribute to plantains in every possible form. Sweet, crunchy, salty, grilled, fried… here, the plantain is king and the vibe is tropical with personality.

✨ The Moment We Fell in Love
When they proved that palo santo works better in butter than it does cleansing bad juju from your apartment. That’s when we knew — this place cooks with soul.

🍽️ The Perfect Thursday Lunch for Two
Start with:
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Seasonal drink of the day
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Cassava muchines
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Crudo salsero (or ceviche de camarones if you’re in a shrimp mood)
For the mains:
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Cangrejada con patacón
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Grilled langostinos
To finish:
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Banana rum cake — the plantain deserves a finale.

❤️ Why Foodies Love It
Cotoa feels like Miami with an Ecuadorian passport — bold spice, coastal comfort, tropical color, and roots that taste like home.

🎶 Go If You Like…
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Banana-shaped lamps
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Tropical fruit in your sauces
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Edan Bistro
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Manu Chao
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Plantain in all its sweet, salty & crunchy forms
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