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    Barrio Tacos

    3.9 (25 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Jeff F.

    I was not impressed with this place! I ordered four tacos and a red oak beer, it took at least 15 minutes for my beer to arrive, and around 30 minutes for the tacos. The tacos were the greasiest tacos I have ever eaten in my life! They were literally dripping with grease, which was odd because it didn't even look like there was that much meat in them. The flavor wasn't the best either. They claimed they were short staffed, which may be true but there's really no excuse for not draining the grease off the taco meat before putting it in the tacos! I really don't think I would come back here.

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    Candi M.

    We tried Barrio for lunch recently. They do have table service but you select what you want on a notepad. The waiter will give you the rundown but there is brunch, build your own, and their own selection of special tacos. Here is where I will tell you to absolutely order the chicken bacon ranch. It is like a Gordita with both a soft and crunchy shell and the flavor combo was killer! You do receive free chips and Roja salsa but they have a plethora of other dips. There is plentiful seating inside and they have a lovely bar and we will definitely be returning for dinner and a margarita!

    Talesha C.

    We came here on a Monday afternoon after returning our U-Haul truck just down the road. The drinks here are great and after trying the food, I'm convinced you should just come here for drinks. The queso was not good. The queso with meat wasn't good. The tacos were strange, containing chip crumbs and corn. I just don't think they tasted particularly good or bad. I would return but only for the drinks. The bartender was excellent and very personable.

    Nicole L.

    As a Cleveland native, I can't tell you how excited I am to have barrio in Raleigh! The queso and margaritas are THE BEST! You can choose from their specialty tacos or make your own, you can't go wrong either way! They have a nice vibe with walls designed by a Cleveland artist and in a great location!

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    Aryana M.

    I wish I would have gotten everyone's names. The bartender was great. The manager was great! The food was amazing. I ordered the crunchy chipotle chicken taco and did a build my own. Absolutely freaking delicious! I sat at the bar top and enjoyed the company. I came in with a heavy heart and left feeling like I could take on the world! I appreciate them for being great people and providing excellent customer service!

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    Absolutely loved our visit -- the tacos were packed with flavor, the drinks were perfect, and the vibe was great. We'll definitely be back!

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    7 months ago

    Barria Tacos is one of our favorite Raleigh restaurants. Its has great tasting food and lively ambiance! Perfect for all taco lovers.

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    Food is mediocre. Service is terrible. Ordering process cumbersome. We won't be going back again.

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    Strongly recommend the Blackened Cod bowl, it's delicious! Great Ambiance! .

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    9 months ago

    Great menu. The flavors are complex and delicious! I enjoyed the margarita flight; I was happy to not have to drive.

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    love the food here and the ambience. there service was very good. their margaritas are the best!

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