Phoenix Coqui

07/04/2025

Closed 4th of July. See you Saturday!

07/03/2025

New at Phoenix Coqui: Mango Frappé

Cool, refreshing, and ice-cold. Your perfect tropical escape in a cup. Just in time for summer. Swing by Phoenix Coqui and sip like you’re on vacay!

07/02/2025

🍽️ LUNCH RUSH is ON! 🍽️
This Sunday, July 6th from 11 AM to 2 PM, join us at Phoenix Coqui for a delicious meal that makes a difference!

For just $20, you’ll get:
🌟 Beef meatballs in guava BBQ sauce
🌟 Seasoned rice + macaroni salad
🌟 A quesito for dessert + bottled water

💯 100% of the proceeds go to one·n·ten, supporting LGBTQ+ youth in Arizona.

🎟️ Don’t miss our 50/50 Raffle. Tickets are just $5 and someone’s going home with cash!

✅ Limited plates available. Pre-orders and walk-ins welcome!

📍 Phoenix Coqui | 4041 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ

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🍽️ ¡LUNCH RUSH está aquí! 🍽️
Este domingo 6 de julio de 11 AM a 2 PM, acompáñanos en Phoenix Coqui para una comida deliciosa con causa.

Por solo $20 recibirás:
🌟 Albóndigas en salsa BBQ de guayaba
🌟 Arroz con Gandules + Ensalada de coditos
🌟 Un quesito de postre + botella de agua

💯 El 100% de las ganancias se donará a one·n·ten, apoyando a jóvenes LGBTQ+ en Arizona.

🎟️ Participa en nuestra rifa 50/50. Boletos a solo $5 y podrías ganar dinero en efectivo!

✅ Cantidad limitada! Aceptamos pedidos anticipados y en persona.

📍 Phoenix Coqui | 4041 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ

06/29/2025

What an honor to be recognize by our mayor and celebrate our journey. It's been the cherry on top to a record breaking month!

06/05/2025

Como Cuando 1 Bite Takes You Straight from Phoenix to Puerto Rico

Our food just transported this guest back to titi’s house at Christmastime, and honestly… that’s the highest compliment we could ask for. 
If you’ve been missing la isla, come get a little taste of home at your oasis en el desierto!

06/01/2025

Celebrate 602 Day with Phoenix Coquí!
We’re reppin’ Phoenix with a deal as hot as the city 🔥

Get a Mini Pernil Plate (our #1 best-seller, lunch-sized!) OR any mojito (classic, coconut, or passion fruit) for just $6.02!

One day only 6/02 don’t miss it!

05/31/2025

Phoenix Coqui is honored to be nominated for 2 Phoenix Pride Awards! We're nominated for The Howard & Patricia Fleischmann Spirit Award ( #3) and The Community Cravings Award ( #7). Please help us by voting for your favorites! Thank you!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025SpiritVoting
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025ChoiceVoting

05/29/2025

Y como le dicen en tu casa?

Plato Especial del Día! TODAY ONLY!
[corned beef, sweet plantains, white rice & beans]

05/07/2025

After 8 unforgettable years, today we say goodbye to our beloved little 7x15 food trailer that held our biggest dreams.

We lovingly called her "La Coqui", when we started her up in March of 2017 with nothing but passion, a few borrowed folding tables, and hearts full of hope. Our very first night was outside The Rock in the Melrose District, nervously serving food and wondering if anyone would even order from us. Some nights, they didn’t. So Juan and I would sit in the truck, play briscas, and remind ourselves why we started. Other nights, we couldn’t keep up. We'd have lines around the block, food flying out the window, laughter, music, and love filling the air. We saw first dates turn into families. We watched the community rally behind us, lift us up, and never let go.

La Coqui was more than just a trailer; it was where we learned, hustled, failed, grew, and dreamed out loud. Every inch of that kitchen holds memories: of late nights, early mornings, burnt fingers, belly laughs, and quiet moments of doubt that we pushed through together. She carried our culture, our hustle, and our hearts wherever she went. Despite many challenges, somehow, we always kept going. Rain or shine, 115-degree heat or 40-degree nights in coats and beanies, we showed up because you showed up. We invented dishes like our Mofongo Bowl that became a signature, and with every bite, we shared a piece of Puerto Rico, of ourselves.

It started with just the two of us, Juan and me, dreaming out loud. Then, after the pandemic, that dream grew louder. Friends joined the team, customers became family, and eventually, we outgrew the trailer that had once seemed too big.

We feel a deep, aching nostalgia saying goodbye, but even more, we feel immense pride. La Coqui helped us build something beautiful: our very own restaurant. And now, it’s time for her to help someone else build their dream.

To everyone who ever stood in line, brought a friend, told someone about us, or just shared a smile through the order window, thank you! You gave this truck its heart.

La Coqui, thank you for the memories, the miracles, and the meals. You were so much more than metal and wheels, you were our beginning. 💛🖤

05/02/2025

Starting today, we’re switching to our new summer hours! 

Whether you're stopping by for lunch, dinner, or a Happy Hour mojito, we've got you covered.

Bring los panas and come cool off with your favorite bites, refreshing cocktails, and island vibes! 

Spread the word and come see us. Let’s make this summer bien sabroso!

05/01/2025

"I ordered to-go from Phoenix Coqui and the staff were super nice. Restaurant is small but clean inside. I ordered a pernil plate and tostones con carne frita. I received huge portions of both for a cheap price. The pernil was slow cooked, smoky, and well-seasoned. I think it was cooked all day! Carne frita was freshly fried and also well seasoned. So delicious. Tostones reminded me of being on the island; fried plantains are always yummy! I can’t wait to try everything else. If you want to try Puerto Rican food or are from the Island and want a taste in Phoenix, this is the place to go!"

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Kyle F. via Google
[Pictured: Carne Frita con Tostones]

04/30/2025

Welcome to Phoenix Coqui — Our Story

If you’re new to Phoenix Coqui, allow us to (re)introduce ourselves. We’re Juan and Alexis, the founders behind this dream-turned-reality. What you see today began humbly, in our home kitchen, long before the food truck or our restaurant.

In 2015, just a year after moving to Phoenix from Puerto Rico, we were homesick—not just for the island, but for its food. Authentic Puerto Rican flavors were nowhere to be found, so Juan took matters into his own hands. He called his family back home, collecting treasured recipes—from sofrito to pernil—and began cooking.

The moment those aromas filled our home, we knew we had something special. We started small: Juan cooked lunch specials, and Alexis made deliveries to homes, offices, and schools. We packed everything into a Honda Civic and served meals to friends, family, and anyone hungry for real Puerto Rican food.

For nearly two years, we did it all ourselves—saving every dollar until, in 2017, we purchased our first food truck. Phoenix Coqui officially hit the streets and found a home at The Rock on 7th Ave and Indian School. At our grand opening that summer, the line wrapped around the block, and we sold out in just two hours. That momentum carried us forward, growing steadily through the years.

Then came 2020. Like many others, we had to shut down for three months. When we reopened in June—right in the middle of the Phoenix summer—everything had changed. With bars closed, our nighttime schedule shifted to daytime. But that pivot proved to be a blessing. Our high-quality food, quick service, and outdoor, low-contact setup made us a go-to spot. It was a turning point.

That growth gave us the confidence to dream bigger. In February 2022, we opened our brick-and-mortar restaurant, just a block from our original parking spot.

Many know us from our food truck days, but few know the journey began even earlier—from scratch, in our home kitchen. Today, we invite you to experience the authentic flavors of Puerto Rico and make yourself at home with us at Phoenix Coqui.

Bienvenidos. We’re so glad you’re here.

04/28/2025

Wepa! Phoenix Coqui shines in azcentral’s 2025 best affordable restaurants for serving up bold Puerto Rican flavors like pernil, arroz con gandules and mofongo, at the best prices!

04/10/2025

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03/26/2025

🚗💨 No need to “mofon-GO” anywhere—We’re on Uber Eats!

Your favorite Puerto Rican flavors are now just a tap away! Order mouthwatering mofongo, juicy pernil, and more straight to your door.

🔥 Cravings? Handled. 🍽️ Comfort? Delivered.

03/26/2025

"My God, Spectacular 😍 The seasoning!!!! Magnificent service, too. You have to come 👌"
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Yenny E. via Google

[Mofongo Bowl with garlic shrimp]

03/22/2025

Brunch, but make it Boricua!
Join us for a vibrant, culturally rich, & entertaining drag brunch celebrating Puerto Rican culture. Get ready for:

🎤 Jaw-dropping queens
🍽️ Authentic Puerto Rican brunch
🍹 Tropical cocktails flowing
🎶 Reggaetón, salsa, and all the vibes

The first-ever Boricua Brunch is happening on April 13th. Doors open at 10:30AM. Limited seating—Reserve your spot NOW!

https://square.link/u/xy3PFYf7

03/20/2025

Don't miss our Friday Special!
Need it today, no problem. Show us this post to get your Chuleta Frita TODAY 3/20!

03/12/2025

In case you missed us on Arizona Midday, Happy National Sofrito Day from your favorite Puerto Rican restaurant!

Alexis Carbajal and Juan Ayala of Phoenix Coqui reveal why sofrito is the heart and soul of Puerto Rican dishes.

03/03/2025

Phoenix Coqui making it on the pages of your local newspaper!!

We're nothing without our community's support. We know times are tough out there, which is why we appreciate every single visit!

Click on the story below to read how we got started 8 years ago this month!!

In 2013, Alexis Carbajal was burned out by his demanding business career and looking for a less stressful lifestyle. “I speak Spanish and didn’t have to convert money or need a passport, so I decid…

02/20/2025

There was a sneak peak on our special plate tomorrow on our Reel. Did you catch it?

02/19/2025

NOW OPEN MONDAYS! AHORA ABIERTOS LOS LUNES!

02/19/2025

"Authentic Puerto Rican restaurant in Phoenix will not disappoint your taste buds. My only complaint was the pernil did not have a crunchy skin but that’s my preference. My favorite were the alcapurrias de yuca 🇵🇷
Check out more of my reviews on IG"
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~ Mari via Google

02/14/2025

Demuestrale cuanto l@ amas! Envíale tu favorito.

Show them how much you love them with a Phoenix Coqui Valentine. Send them your favorite.

Feliz día de San Valentin! Happy Valentine’s Day!
💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤

02/13/2025

Enamoral@ con pinchos este 14 de febrero! Disponible solo este viernes! 2 pinchos, pan sobao + 1 side por $15.99.

*Cantidades limitadas!