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‘The rumors are true.’ Popular Mexican restaurant opens second spot in Charlotte

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  • Coco Mexican Restaurant will open its second location in South Charlotte.
  • The eatery is known for traditional dishes like carne asada and chicken fajitas.
  • The Mint Hill location has positive Yelp reviews citing fast service and decor.

A Mexican restaurant picked among the metro’s most underrated spots has set its sights on Charlotte for its newest location.

Coco Mexican Restaurant, known for its “fresh, flavorful Mexican favorites,” has opened a second location at 8145 Ardrey Kell Road, Suite 103, in Charlotte, the eatery said on Instagram.

“The rumors are true,” the post said “We’ve felt the love in Mint Hill, and now we’re bringing that same Coco flavor and energy to South Charlotte!”

A top-down shot of a large and vibrant Mexican meal served on a wooden table. In the center, a sizzling black volcanic rock bowl (molcajete) holds a bubbling mix of melted white cheese, grilled shrimp, a chicken breast, and a piece of carne asada. To the side, a basket holds a stack of flour tortillas, and a white plate is filled with Spanish rice and refried beans topped with shredded cheese. Three small colorful bowls of salsa and guacamole are also arranged on the table.
Coco Mexican Restaurant’s second location is at The Fountains, 8145 Ardrey Kell Rd., #103, in Charlotte. Coco Mexican Restaurant
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A top-down shot of a sizzling platter of chicken and steak fajitas on a wooden surface. The skillet is filled with grilled meat, onions, and green bell peppers. A roasted jalapeño sits on the side. The meal is accompanied by a white plate with Spanish rice, refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo. A basket of flour tortillas and three colorful bowls of different salsas (green, red, and chunky) are also on the table.
Coco Mexican Restaurant offers five different kinds of fajitas for you to choose from. Coco Mexican Restaurant

CharlotteFive reached out to Coco Mexican Restaurant by phone and email for more information Monday, Aug. 11, but didn’t hear back in time for publication.

According to its website, the restaurant serves up traditional Mexican fare from carne asada, chicken fajitas and flautas. It has a four-star rating on Yelp, where customers raved about the festive decor and fast service.

“It’s super cute inside and the food was delicious!” one Yelper said of their recent visit. “They also have great specials. I can’t wait to come back and try their drinks!”

A vibrant and festive shot of four colorful cocktails arranged on a wooden surface with a lush green hedge as the background. Each drink is in a tall glass with a unique straw and garnished with fruit. A small cup with a watermelon slice, a tall pink drink, a creamy white drink with a green straw, and a yellow drink with a cucumber slice are all visible. The drinks are surrounded by fresh fruit, including watermelon slices, oranges, limes, and strawberries, along with a decorative, beaded cat figurine on top of a pineapple.
Coco Mexican Restaurant offers a selection of colorful and tasty drinks. Coco Mexican Restaurant

Another gushed about the fried ice cream, adding: “Theirs is delicious and brought back happy memories.”

Coco Mexican Restaurant recently celebrated one year at its Mint Hill location and is expected to share more about its new Charlotte location soon.

“We’re thankful for the support from our local community,” according to the restaurant’s website. “We look forward to seeing you at Coco Mexican Restaurant and sharing our love for Mexican food with you.”

A slightly angled shot of a tan and stone-faced strip mall building. The storefront in the center has a large arched window on the second floor and a sign for “9 SPICES Indian Cuisine” over the entrance. A small plant is visible in a pot near the door. Several cars are parked in the lot in front, including a gray SUV and a white sedan. Another storefront with a sign for “Essential Aesthetics” is visible on the right.
Coco Mexican Restaurant is opening a second location at The Fountains, 8145 Ardrey Kell Rd., #103, in Charlotte. Google Street View

Coco Mexican Restaurant

Location: 8145 Ardrey Kell Road, Suite 103, Charlotte, NC (now open)

Location: 6914 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd in Mint Hill, NC

Menu

Cuisine: Mexican

Instagram: @cocomex_nc

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This story was originally published August 12, 2025 at 5:30 AM.

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Tanasia is a service journalism reporter at the Charlotte Observer | CharlotteFive, working remotely from Atlanta, Georgia. She covers restaurant openings/closings in Charlotte and statewide explainers for the NC Service Journalism team. She’s been with McClatchy since 2020.
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