I've been dying to try the famous Portuguese chicken and on this particular night, after a long day at work, I just didn't feel like cooking at all, yet without spending $20 on dinner. I gave Coco Rico a try.
I didn't eat at the restaurant since I live a few blocks from there. However, I noticed that the restaurant is very small and I don't think it is the best place to eat in. Ideally, order as take-out.
I had the chicken thigh and it was great. Nothing I hate more than dry chicken and it was not the case here. It was juicy and yet not fatty. Ask for plenty of napkins because it can get really messy and be careful if you wear nice clothes.
You MUST ask for extra spicy sauce with it. It adds a little something to your meal. The potatoes are really worth trying. The coleslaw was... coleslaw. Better than St-Hubert's for sure.
Price - and that was the biggest surprise: $8 (with taxes) for a chicken thigh, potatoes and salad. I couldn't believe that I had a full meal for under $8; I don't think I have seen this very often in Montreal. Maravilhoso!
Conclusion: Will definitely go back, probably once a week.
P.-S. If you standing in line to get in a certain deli restaurant and you get right next to Coco Rico, just go in. It is worth it.