Cocina de Carlos Genoa

05/24/2026

One beautiful thing about Mexican food is that there is not just one way to make it. 🇲🇽🌮
Every region, every town, every family, and every cook has their own version of dishes like barbacoa, mole, pozole, tamales, salsa, and countless others. What is considered “traditional” in one place may look completely different somewhere else.
At our restaurant, we cook with the flavors, techniques, ingredients, and adaptations that represent our kitchen and our experience. Sometimes ingredients available in the U.S. are different from those found in Mexico, and adjustments are part of keeping these traditions alive.
Recently, we have received some direct feedback regarding certain dishes, and while we understand that not every flavor or preparation style will satisfy every guest’s personal expectations, we still encourage everyone to explore other items on our menu. Many of our recipes come from different regions, styles, and inspirations within Mexican cuisine.
We truly appreciate respectful feedback, continued support, and every guest who gives us the opportunity to share the food we love creating every day.

Carlos

05/24/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Specials 🇺🇸
Good food. Cold margaritas. Long weekend energy.

TODAY SUNDAY
🔥 Fajitas — $15.75

TOMORROW MONDAY
🔥 Fajones — $13.99
🍹 $1 OFF any margarita

Come celebrate Memorial Day weekend with us and enjoy your favorites with family and friends. ❤️🤍💙

Order online here 👇
https://order.toasttab.com/online/cocina-de-carlos-genoa-22060-w-state-route-51

Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce

05/23/2026

Saturday Special
Quesadilla Loca – $12.50
Filled with shredded chicken, spicy chicken, ground beef or carnitas
Drink Deal
$3 OFF any half pitcher of margarita
Order Options
• Online pickup window available
• Order by phone: 567-236-9000
• Online orders: https://order.toasttab.com/online/cocina-de-carlos-genoa-22060-w-state-route-51

Memorial Day open Regular Hours.

Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce

05/20/2026

Wednesday Special, Cocina de Carlos – Genoa

Burrito Mijas ⭐ Carlos’ Favorite $12.50
An extra-large flour tortilla filled with whole pinto beans, rice, and your choice of filling
(Ground Beef, Chicken, or Spicy Chicken).
Topped with our slow-roasted red sauce and queso blanco.
Served with guacamole, lettuce, sour cream, and tomatoes on the side.

🍹 Drink Special
½ Pitcher of House Margarita – $3 OFF

https://cocinadecarlos.com/menu/genoa-menu/

05/05/2026

Join us at our Genoa location this Cinco de Mayo for some delicious specials:
Pollo Cinco – $9.99
Grilled chicken, rice, cheese sauce, and pico de gallo
(No substitutions, please)
Taco Dinner – $9.99
3 American-style tacos (beef or chicken), served with rice and beans
(No substitutions, please)
Other Specials:
Carnitas Mexicanas – $15.50
Pork Carnitas – $15.50
Nachos Appetizer – $2 OFF
Mexican Beer (Longnecks) – $3.50
Domestic Beer – $2.75
House Margarita – $5.50
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with great food and drinks. See you in Genoa.

04/02/2026

Today we’re celebrating National Burrito Day, and we’d love to share a little story behind one of my favorites: the Mijas Burrito.

It all started years ago when I was the manager at Mi Hacienda here in Toledo. Back then, during busy days at the restaurant, I would make myself something simple but delicious: a flour tortilla with a little meat and beans, topped with a touch of spicy salsa and cheese sauce. I loved it.

One day, a customer asked me why we didn’t have it on the menu. And that’s how the idea was born.
At the time, the name “Mihas” referred to Mi Hacienda, as many locals used to call the restaurant.

Later on, when I moved to Perrysburg, I brought that burrito with me, but changed the H to a J. In Spanish, mija is a loving way to refer to your daughter, and that small change gave it a more personal and meaningful touch.

To this day, it’s still one of my favorite dishes. It’s a simple burrito, but full of flavor.

And yes, today we’re serving it at all our locations, with a small variation: at Lupitas, we prepare it with black beans instead of our fresh pinto beans.

As always, everything is cooked to order, so every burrito comes out fresh and delicious.

We hope you enjoy it as much as I have since day one.

Carlos Mendez

Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce
The Talk of Genoa (Original)

03/31/2026

TACO TUESDAY at Cocina de Carlos

Because Tuesdays are made for tacos… and margaritas.

TACO SPECIALS
• Traditional American Taco – $2.50
(ground beef or Shredded Chicken)
• Street Tacos – $3.50
(Steak, Carnitas, Al Pastor, Barbacoa)

16oz Draft Beer
• Domestic – $3
• Imported – $4

Margarita Specials
• Golden Margarita – $6.50

Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce
The Talk of Genoa (Original)

03/25/2026

Wednesday Special
Cocina de Carlos – Genoa
Burrito Mijas ⭐ Carlos’ Favorite $12.50
An extra-large flour tortilla filled with whole pinto beans, rice, and your choice of filling
(Ground Beef, Chicken, or Spicy Chicken).
Topped with our slow-roasted red sauce and queso blanco.
Served with guacamole, lettuce, sour cream, and tomatoes on the side.

Drink Special
½ Pitcher of House Margarita – $3 OFF

Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce

03/22/2026

Feeling stuck at home? We’ve got you covered.
Don’t forget — you can order your favorite Cocina de Carlos dishes and margaritas online, pick them up at our convenient pickup window, and enjoy them from your patio or the comfort of your home.

Fast, easy, and secure — just the way it should be.
Whether it’s lunch, dinner, or just craving a great margarita… we’re here for you.

📋 Check out our menu:
https://cocinadecarlos.com/menu/genoa-menu/

See you soon 🌮🍹

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