Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria

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Ashleigh F.

This restaurant is located in a shopping plaza with several other businesses. Shared parking is available in the lot out front. There are several tables and a bar inside. There is a self serve area to get additional toppings such as onions, salsa, cilantro & limes for your food. The cashier was pleasant. After placing my order I got my food very quickly. I got a carnitas taco, an al pastor taco, and queso with tortilla chips. The chips were good and were seasoned. The queso and carnitas taco was also good. The tacos are filled with a nice portion of meat. Unfortunately the al pastor meat was a little burned.

Annie J.

The food was pretty good overall. The tacos were $4-5 each, which felt a bit pricey but they were still good and definitely satisfied the craving. The queso wasn't my favorite but I'd definitely come back to try other items on the menu. The restaurant was clean. I could tell the staff prioritized a clean environment for their customers, they were constantly cleaning while I was there. Even during peak lunch hour, I didn't have any trouble finding a table. The interior was so cute and nicely decorated. One thing to note -- if you're wanting the grilled birria tacos, you need to specifically order the quesabirria. I made the mistake of just asking for a birria taco and ended up with a regular one instead. Not sure if that's common knowledge, but I definitely won't make that mistake again

Ike N.

Stopped by here for a quick bite to eat before a concert. The food came out super fast. By the time we grabbed our seat and sat down the pager started to go off. I really loved the tacos here. They felt and tasted very authentic compared to a lot of taco joints in the area. The taco sauces and topping were all pretty good too and tasted fresh. The tacos themselves were filled with flavor - they were perfectly seasoned and marinated. I really wanted to give this place 5 stars but there were an annoying amount of flies by the sauce and topping station. I had to protect my food from the flies as I tried to fill up the sauces.

Sneha P.

Took the ACP was very filling added some veggies fr the salsa bar - onions, radish, cucumbers & cilantro (went a little overboard with the cilantro by mistake)! Their arbol sauce was delish! Service was quick and efficient.they have a nice bar area to sit at inside as well as outdoor seating that was nice and breezy (we sat outside). Wanted to try the baja fish tacos and a the birria tacos as well! Next time.

Kendall R.

This place was awesome! Great menu with lots of yummy choices. I got the bowl with carnitas and added a side of queso to it. So good and so much food for a good price!

Heather H.

Reasonably priced, fresh, hot, flavorful Quesaabirria & extremely tasty Cucumber Spicy skinny Margarita. Welcoming, helpful customer service. A few seats inside and plenty of tables outside.

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Erin T.

Have gone here many times and it's always delicious! Nice staff, delicious drinks. Both indoor and outdoor seating.

Kien H.

Now this spot looks bigger than it does If you're looking at it from the outside so just keep that in mind. They have a full bar in the back, the bar is predominantly tequila so just keep that in mind as well! I got a bunch of stuff, and everything I had was pretty good! You have to go and order your food and then wait till it gets ready and they'll call you up. They have a buzzer situation so just be aware that you probably should not go too far if you're waiting for food. Birria tacos - They were really good and they came with everything you needed to make it great. You could go up to the little bar that had cilantro and onions and all sorts of sauces to help doctor it up if you needed it to be doctored up. But these had a really good flavor and were super juicy even before you dipped them. Chips and queso - The chips were okay, they were chips lol. But the queso what's good. Nothing to complain about. The queso was pretty good. Chicken and Steak taco - So just because, I got a couple of tacos as well. The tacos are actually pretty decent honestly. The steak was a little bit more chewy and I would have liked it to be, but it still had a good flavor to it. The chicken was good as well. The chicken needed a little bit of sauce to it which was why the sauce ball is really useful! You got a lot of food and you get bang for your buck here So I could definitely see myself coming back.

Shannon B.

Food is fresh and tasty. Fast service. Reasonable prices. Has become a favorite when we are visiting the Raleigh area.

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Troy M.

I walked in for my take out order of two burritos three fish tacos and some really cool barilla rolls. Society to sit down having a glass of horchata and inhaling some of the best Mexican street food I've ever been blessed enough to encounter! The place iss really upbeat inside and looks like it's got a fully stocked bar but I'm 40 ft away so I can't be sure. (It's been 12 years since my last drink but I could definitely see throwing back in this place every night if I were still drinking!) This food is some next level stuff! If I could give it six stars I would! The service was astounding and the staff is very friendly. Make it a point of getting down here to try some of the best prepared food in existence (IMHO)

Guacamole and chips, Cilantro Rice and Beans, Queso Dip and Chips

Gab G.

Returned for dinner and had another great experience. Forget the fish tacos - the new move is the braised beef quesabirria. Queso is still fire, too.

Thomas D.

My experience at Chido Taco was excellent! The tacos that I got were really tasty, especially the Al Pastor pork taco. It had a hint of pineapple in it that complimented the pork nicely. My other taco, the beef belly taco, was also very good. I have to admit that it didn't pack as much flavor into it as the Al Pastor one did though. We also ordered chips and queso which were great. The queso had a delicious, complex cheesy flavor with a hint of spiced-ness to it. The service at this location was very prompt. We only waited a minute or two for our tacos. The restaurant has a fast casual setting, and it has plenty of seating (indoor and outdoor). When we were there, one corner of the restaurant looked to be out of its usual order. There were boxes piled up, as if they had yet to organize their stock. I hope that that isn't there usually, but it didn't bother me too much. I was too focused on how delicious the food was.

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Jessica K.

I was first introduced to this place by a friend and then had to come again so my husband could try it. I have now tried the carnitas taco, al pastor taco, and the bistec taco. They were all excellent! They put a lot of meat in the corn tortilla along with onions and cilantro. The chips and queso are also very good. I feel like I got a little less queso than the first time I went, but it was still enough for all the chips. There are a good amount of tables inside and some outdoor seating as well. They had live music outside the first time I came. I'll definitely be back again and hope to take advantage of their $1.99 al pastor tacos on taco Tuesday!

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As someone who is Mexican, and from California, I was truly surprised that this Mexican restaurant in the South was authentic and delicious! They have vegan options and non vegan options which makes it great to go with a mix of people. The vegan protein is morning star, and my bowl had a bit of a kick but it was still good to me. The guacamole and chips are amazing. This place was really busy but service was fast. I'd definitely come back and recommend Chido Taco to others! read more

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Kai D.

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Literally ordered from here at least twice and the food was really good. The Birria Tacos w. Steak were my favorite. They have plenty of seating and a bar. Definitely recommended! read more

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Breyana D.

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I found this spot courtesy of other Yelpers and it did not disappoint! Because it was my first time, I went inside to order. I ordered the shrimp tacos which came with rice and beans. Be warned, because they cook all foods to order, the wait can be 15-20minutes. Also, be sure to ask for salsa if you so desire. They have vegetarian and vegan options which I hope to check out next time. Now the shrimp tacos were so good! They were topped with grilled cheese.... amazing! I added the green salsa which added a nice flavor. I tried the red salsa but it was way too spicy for me. I didn't care too much for the rice and beans either as they lacked flavor but the tacos made up for that. I look forward to dining at the restaurant again and using their outdoor seating. read more

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Randy W.

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Stopped by for a late lunch during the week. No problem parking and lots of seating. There is no table service. Order at counter and they give you a beeper. I ordered two street tacos and a soda to eat in. The tacos came with meat, small amount of onion and cilantro. The cup for soda was a small, maybe 12oz cup, which you could refill. With a tip my check came to $10.50. Sorry to say I feel I could have had a better meal from food truck down street. read more

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Cliff C.

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Really enjoyed this place. They also have a nice bar for drinks opened. Try the Al pastor it's really good. I got the bowl, which I really enjoyed. The salsa here it great. Ask for the spicy sauce it's great on the chips. My daughter got the tacos and she loved them. Go here people and eat. read more

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Kay K.

5 years ago

This spot is great, in a cool little shopping area. We got the Quesabirria taco meal, it was good. Wish they didn't oil fry the Tortillas but great nonetheless. The green salsa is my FAVORITE and I'll definitely be back. 8/10 recommend read more

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Janel L.

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I've been on the search for good birria tacos for the absolute longest. After several failed attempts, I was close to giving up. Luckily, Chido swooped in just in time to save the day. The space is absolutely stunning on the inside. It's bright and colorful, with graffiti art adorning the ceiling walls. There's a spacious patio area and a small bar located in the back with drinks that look so delicious. We went for the quesabirria combo, the esquites, and queso. Thankfully we didn't have to wait three hours for our food like the other overhyped taco spot we ventured out to not too long ago. It was around a ten minute wait and our food was ready for pickup at the window. The quesabirria was a knockout! The meat was so flavorful, tender and tasted amazing. There was just the perfect amount of cheese, cilantro and onion to complement and the consommé was outstanding. I've found it to be watery and soupy at other spots, but Chido's consommé was so flavorful. The queso was delicious and cheesy. The rice and beans were also really tasty along with the esquites. We enjoyed everything we had and wanted to sample some of their single tacos, but our stomachs simply wouldn't allow it we were so full. Will definitely be back to try other menu items and definitely grab a cocktail next time! read more

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Sophia T.

3 years ago

I had high expectations for Chido Taco from seeing it on socials, and it was good, just not great like I was expecting. Cocktails were suuuuuper sweet, food was a pretty basic tex-mex style, but chips and guac were very good! Super cute interior, great vibes, nice outdoor seating, and good food! Just don't go into as a foodie with super high expectations for something unique! read more

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Reynaldo V.

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Loved Chido taco! I was on a long layover in Raleigh for work I was looking up were to eat preferably somewhere cheap. So I thought McDonald's but then I realized how expensive that would of been for just two small sandwiches and no drink so I rushed to chido taco because I had passed by it on my walk to McDonalds the place was painted very vibrantly and had Latin music playing which I loved! They had. A wide selection of Mexican eats from tacos to tortas rice beans bowls and burritos I noticed they had specials for every day of the week and surprise surprises! I came in taco tussah so the Al pastor tacos were 1.99 and beer was also discounted can't remember the exact price but was worth it! So I got four tacos a side of rice a beer and a side drink. And it came out way cheaper than what I would have payed at McDonalds if I would have gotten everything I wanted!! The tacos come with just the meats and then they have a toppings bar to add what you want the food was pretty tasty! Great place for a quick bite! And to have a beer with friends! read more

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Toni K.

1 year ago

Our family loves this restaurant. We travel to Mexico quite a bit and it has the feel of eating at a mercado there. The food tastes great! I love the hint of flavor on the tortilla chips. But it gets even better, this very generous restaurant fed our staff during a workday at Green Magnet Elementary. The portions were more than generous and everyone loved it! Be sure to check out this restaurant! You will love it too! read more

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Sriram S.

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We are oh so glad we found this awesome Taco/Mexican spot in the Triangle! Firstly, the ambience definitely felt authentic to Mexican cuisine with a bustling open-style kitchen. Now on to the food! We certainly came at the right time as they were debuting some vegan protein taco options like the Vegan Chicken and Vegan Carnitas tacos - both of which we got and wolfed down in no time! Hope these stay on the menu and also hope they can add these vegan protein options to their other dishes! We also got some Veggie Taco's topped with nopale (cactus) and sautéed veggies all accompanied with some red and green salsas which kicked everything up a notch! Our cocktails, mezcalita and berry pineapple, were both juicy, colorful and just right in terms of alcohol content, although perhaps the ice level could be reduced a tad. The warm corn elote was surprisingly tasty especially on such a cold day! We ate everything outdoors but got the Tres Leches cake to go which was so so good! Definitely coming back for more Taco's, elotes and drinks! Parking never an issue as they are in a complex with other great restaurants too! read more

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Kiara F.

3 years ago

Ordered thru doordash. The Chips and Queso was so good and fresh. The tacos were tasty as well. read more

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Beth R.

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2 years ago

Love this place! I have had many things on the menu and everything is delicious! My favorite is the acp or the beef quesabirria combo!

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Hannah Elizabeth B.

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Yum! Chido Taco serves up hot, delicious street tacos, bowls, burritos, and quesadillas. We enjoyed a chorizo taco, a steak burrito, chicken chido bowl, queso, and guacamole. Each were delicious and they left us feeling full and satisfied, with a clean taste in our mouths. The thing we were most excited about was the portion size of the guac and the queso (pictured)!! We got the small sizes and they were much bigger than we anticipated. We ordered online and picked up for curbside, but it smelled so good we had to enjoy it in the car. There is also plenty of well-lit outdoor seating for covid friendly dining. Overall, this was a very good experience at a new restaurant to us. We highly recommend eating here, and while we didn't get any drinks, they sounded delicious as well. read more

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Chad E.

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Always delicious, the quesabirria combo is elite. It's a little pricy for what it is, but the taste is fantastic. Highly recommend this spot to everyone. Knocking this down a star because the service is extremely slow, even during downtime's. They also serve their friends first while others who ordered a while before wait in the queue read more

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Jaeson B.

2 years ago

First off I want to start by saying the food was so good I went back and bought the same meal again that's how good it is. I was not even able take a picture of the food because my girl and I were so happy to enjoy it again. Let's start was the Queso Chips and Dip, one word "addictive. We both enjoyed the little seasoning was a blast. I'll give more details next go around but for now go enjoy. read more

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Ryan L.

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Super bummed to have to write this review. The food is good but there is zero flexibility with the menu. If you want a basic quesadilla. It's gonna cost you $8. They charge for the meat wether you want it our not. Same goes for burritos. To add insult I hope you don't like much salsa because with your four entrees you'll get 2 small cups of orange salsa, one green and one Pico. Really not even enough. read more

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Gwendalyn J.

2 years ago

Not only is their customer service the best I've ever seen! But their food is also very delicious!! they are kind, they are quick at bringing you fresh and very hot prepared food! Next time you pass by Chido Tacos you must stop and try there Quesabirrias 3 for 12.99!! read more

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Gillian W.

3 years ago

Fantastic food, great drinks, best micheladas in town, great salsas, sauces and guacamole!

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Jordan W.

2 years ago

Drove all the way here from charlotte from seeing them on my Instagram timeline and I will say it was worth the 2 and a half hour drive ‼ I got the Baja fish tacos (beer battered) and from the first bite I knew I made the right decision, they let you dress up individually ordered tacos yourself with onions, cilantro 3 different salsas and they have radish and cucumbers as well for you pallet read more

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Kathy G.

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Finally made it to Chido Taco! Cute restaurant with a nice menu, loved the ambiance and the separate bar top space. They have indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered the quesabirria tacos with a side of rice and beans. The tacos were flavorful, crispy and the food was great. I ordered a hibiscus mezcalita which was refreshing. Don't forget to take home some treats. read more

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Steve P.

2 years ago

Excellent Mexican Food! These guys are not messing around. Real Tacos, burritos, everything. Have eaten here a number of times and they only get better. Clean restrooms, that is pleasant surprise. Friendly family employees running a Great business. Their food is not American style bland, it's Latino Authentic. You will not be disappointed, Bank on it. read more

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Tammy N.

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6 years ago

Honestly, this place was such a gem. It's so hard to find a quality, authentic Mexican spot in the area that doesn't have a questionable sanitation rating. This is it. We've been to a few others that were just okay, but Chido Taco checked off all the boxes as far as freshness, taste and overall quality go! Came with plenty of salsa - tomatillo, spicy, pico de gallo - and limes, because you can't forget those. Karma Camarón tacos were super flavorful because of the chile de árbol and topped with a layer of gorgeous baked cheese, definitely a highlight. Esquites were a killer addition. We got a barbacoa rice bowl to try also, but that ended up being an awesome lunch for the next day because we overestimated. As usual. Still, no regrets! 10/10 recommend - hoping to come back another day when it's cooler outside to enjoy drinks on the patio too. read more

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Hannah J.

3 years ago

The queso is amazing! The food is fabulous and the restaurant has such a chill vibe! Highly suggest going with friends for a fun relaxing night out. Their drinks are pretty good but the best thing there is the ACP, quesadilla, and did I mention the queso?!! Protip: Uber there after a few ciders from East Cider Bower right down the road. read more

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Erika L.

3 years ago

My husband saw reviews and reels on this place from instagram. We were finally in the area today and decided to try it. Unfortunately it didn't quite match the hype for us. I'm always looking for a good spot with good birria here in North Carolina. To me, the birria soup was ok. Didn't have much/great flavor. 3 for $12.99 didn't quite fit the price tag for that. We also got a torta and 3 individual tacos. The tacos were also "ok" to me, but again for the price didn't really make a great impression. The torta looked good and my husband liked it enough. Like I told my husband, sometimes I feel like the reviews on instagram or tik tok may not be reliable. We, personally, wouldn't be coming back here... but didn't have a bad experience. read more

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Mary Ellen G.

3 years ago

Great food and service. I think we'll be eating here often! Located right next to Trader Joe's. Try it out next time you go read more

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Amanda C.

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The best fast casual taco spot in the triangle!! If you love authentic Mexican food, you have to stop my Chido taco. Their birria tacos are amazing (if you've never had birria tacos, the meat is cooked in a slow stew and and you get sauce from the stew to dip your tacos in). If you want an elevated fast cas experience they also have great drinks and a fun patio read more

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Bianca S.

4 years ago

I wanted to go here ever since it opened so maybe I hyped it up in my head but I was very disappointed with my food. The quesabirria had absolutely no flavor. It was so bland I had to add spoonfuls of salsa to make it edible. The shrimp ceviche was extremely salty that it overpowered all the other ingredients. Also the avocado wasn't mixed in with the lime juice so it turned brown before I got home which is only about an 8 minute drive. Won't be going back. There's just too many other similar places than to try a bad place twice. The nice staff at the register is why I gave it 2 stars. read more

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Lee F.

2 years ago

Food was really good. This is a fast casual place where you order food at the counter and then you get alcohol drinks at the bar. Mixed drinks were good and the atmosphere is real casual. They had some nice salsa options and the guacamole was good. read more

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Shelby F.

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4 years ago

Their tacos de carne asada are no joke! Their food is delicious and their staff is friendly. They also offer a variety of soda options such as sangria and Sidral Mundet. The chairs are colorful and fun! read more

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Gabrielle H.

2 years ago

The service is great, the vibe is cute, the food is terrible. It is so bland. the beans taste like beans just poured out of a can. The chicken, I guess the sear on it is supposed to be the seasoning. The birria is a taco that is soggy and resembles taco bell. Even the broth is unseasoned...Again everyone is super sweet but if you like seasoned food this may not be the spot for you. read more

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Britt B.

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We came here for lunch today & it was delicious!!! The atmosphere is laid back. You order at the register and when your "buzzer" goes off, you go get your prepared food from the counter. Service was good! Everyone was friendly that we interacted with. They were pretty busy, but we didn't wait too long for our food. It came out hot and fresh. On to the food, absolutely amazing! I only tried one dish, but it was delicious! I got the steak quesadilla, and added onions. It comes with cheese. Super filling. I did want to add peppers but all they had was "spicy" peppers. Surprisingly they didn't have bell peppers. I love spicy but not enough to risk an unknown level of spice. They have sauce and condiment options at a small bar area - salsas (which were all amazing), pico de Gallo, etc. My friends opted for shrimp tacos and another set of two tacos, all which looked great! I'll definitely be back! read more

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Mj R.

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Overall: I was so excited to eat here, but ended up disappointed. Vegan/vegeraian: So I came here and got a taco with cactus and poblano and I didn't like it because it lacked flavor. But there are other options so I won't condemn it, but I can't recommend it either. It also looked very unappealing, see the picture. read more

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Emily G.

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6 years ago

Super good authentic Mexican! I visited on 6/13 and sat outside. You order at the counter, get a pager, and wait for your food. Between 2 people we split 5 tacos. 1 steak, 1 pastor, 1 carnitas, 1 chicken, 1 steak + carnitas. The pastor was my favorite. We also got a side chips + guacamole. It was a huge portion. Could easily feed 2-3 people worth of chips and guac. A little on the spicy side, but we love spice. Non-spicy lovers beware. The tacos were fresh and delicious. we spent $20 total and for the amount of food it was well worth it. Definitely give Chido Taco a try! read more

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Victoria M.

4 years ago

This place was phenomenal!!! Everyone was nice; atmosphere is amazing, clean, and unique, and the food was DELICIOUS!!! People definitely weren't lying in the reviews for this place. It's hard to find a legitimate good Mexican spot but this is now my go-to. Can't wait to come again!!! read more

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Brianna D.

4 years ago

Came to lunch with my friends. This was my first time eating here and they did not disappoint. I got the ACP and it was very flavorful - I really enjoyed it. They also have a patio area I can't wait to come back and eat on a nice day. read more

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Stephanie J.

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Chido Taco is a cool spot, order at the counter then go visit the bar (but only if you are 21+). Seating is limited but there are spots at the bar available. With my experience, the service was friendly but I was not impressed with the food. I started off with the hibiscus mezcalita and it was good. We ordered the guacamole and chips, esquites, an al pastor taco and the baja fish and vegetariano tacos. I love corn so I was excited about the esquites but the mayo was too much. The vegetariano tacos were flavorless and the other tacos were average. It's a new spot so I'll give it another try again soon. read more

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Cassie B.

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This place is a new and exciting opening in McNeill Point. Their opening weekend they gave away free, well, everything! I got to try their shrimp tacos, steak tacos, and chicken tacos. I've been back since and had the vegetarian tacos and more steak tacos. I love that they have REAL coke and treats for purchase. The guacamole is good and the queso is yummy but expensive. The vegetarian tacos were a bit bland but I wouldn't count them out. I love the opening wall and the back bar. It's clean and comfortable. The tables are really cool and add to the decor but make sure you don't get a wobbly one if you grabbed a glass coke. I think the salsa bar is excellent but wish they had larger cups for salsa for chips. I find it difficult to eat from the tiny cups and would like to be able to dip a chip fully in. We will be back to see what other tacos they add to the menu. This is a good addition to the neighborhood. read more

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Sookia S.

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I love tacos. I have had some of the most amazing tacos in Miami, NY, Mexico, and New Orleans. Now there is Chido Tacos and I am in love. They make tacos like a street vendor in Mexico. I love the Al Pastor Taco. This is my favorite. I love the condiment bar. The music is so good and there is a bar in back. If you like tacos I really recommend this place. read more

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Dawn C.

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Perfection. Chido is amazing. The roasted cactus AKA nopal tacos are crave-worthy. The lenguas are tender and so flavorful. The al pastor is sweet goodness. The Mercado feel is super fun. I like getting traditional Mexican treats at the register. I was very tempted by the tiny tajin. The have REAL micheladas too. Beer, tomato juice and spice never tasted so nice. I'm coming back real soon. read more

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2330 Bale St
Ste 100
Raleigh, NC 27608
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(919) 594-1930
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Hours

What time does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria open?

Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria close?

Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria take credit cards?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have catering options?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria does have catering options.

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have a drive thru?

No, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria does not have a drive thru.

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have a happy hour?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria has a happy hour.

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria serve alcohol?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria allow dogs?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria allows dogs.

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have TVs?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have bike parking?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria has bike parking.

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have outdoor seating?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria has outdoor seating options.

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have parking?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria is wheelchair accessible.

Does Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria have free WiFi?

Yes, Chido Taco Mercado Style Taqueria has free WiFi.

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New taqueria in Raleigh offering street-style tacos, vegetarian and vegan friendly, homemade tortillas fresh-squeezed margaritas and aguas frescas.

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2.2 mi

I've driven past Cuya Cafe more times than I can count, and now I'm wondering why it took me so…read morelong to go inside. The vibe? 10/10. The drinks? 10/10. The food? Unlike anything I've had before. And somehow they managed to be stylish, delicious, AND fast. The only thing that took some time was us deciding what to order because there were so many amazing things on the menu! Raleigh, add this one to your list immediately & honestly...this may be the best fried chicken in Raleigh! CUYA Cafe

This place was absolutely amazing. All I can say is, we made a lot of happy noises while eating,…read moreand there were plenty of "oh my God" moments at the table. From the staff to the manager to the food, everything was on point. The food truly speaks for itself. They serve small plates, which we love because it gives you the chance to try different things and experience a variety of flavors. We started with the fried pork belly on tostones. It was perfectly seasoned, topped with avocado, and every bite just melted in your mouth. Next, we had the tamarind sticky ribs with a tamarind mango barbecue sauce. This was a perfect example of how simplicity can create complex flavors. The ribs were cooked just right -- not completely falling off the bone, but tender enough that when you bit into them, the meat pulled apart so easily. They were juicy, full of flavor, and had just the right touch of spice from the chili flakes. Then we moved on to the mini arepas, and oh my God. They had slow-cooked pork, guava barbecue sauce, and fried papas on top. The arepa itself was crispy on the outside, warm and fluffy on the inside. The savory pork paired with the sweetness of the guava barbecue sauce was incredible, and the crunch from the fried papas took it to another level. Now, I have a bit of a sweet tooth, but my wife does not. I wanted dessert, and we were leaning toward the tres leches, but our waitress highly recommended the bread pudding. I am not usually a fan of bread pudding at all, but her recommendations had been on point all night, so I decided to trust her. I am so glad we did. They take a Mexican bolillo, soak it overnight in tres leches, then pan-sear it to create this crispy caramelized outside while keeping the inside warm, soft, and sweet. It is topped with crema and toasted coconut, then they pour warm guava syrup over it and serve it with a scoop of coconut sorbet. The layers of flavor in that dessert were unreal. Honestly, it may have been the best dessert we have ever had. And remember, my wife is not big on sweets -- she usually only takes one bite of dessert, but this time she tried to eat over half of it. Lol. I highly recommend this place. The food, the service, the drinks, and the atmosphere were all amazing. And after dinner, you can even head upstairs to work off the food with salsa lessons and a dance club. This is definitely a spot worth checking out! Este lugar fue absolutamente increíble. Lo único que puedo decir es que hicimos muchos sonidos de felicidad mientras comíamos, y hubo muchos momentos de "¡Dios mío!" en la mesa. Desde el personal, hasta el gerente, hasta la comida, todo estuvo excelente. La comida realmente habla por sí sola. Sirven platos pequeños, algo que nos encanta porque te da la oportunidad de probar diferentes cosas y experimentar una variedad de sabores. Comenzamos con el pork belly frito sobre tostones. Estaba perfectamente sazonado, cubierto con aguacate, y cada bocado simplemente se derretía en la boca. Después probamos las costillitas pegajosas de tamarindo con una salsa barbecue de tamarindo y mango. Este plato fue un ejemplo perfecto de cómo la simplicidad puede crear sabores complejos. Las costillas estaban cocinadas en su punto: no se caían completamente del hueso, pero estaban tan tiernas que al morderlas, la carne se desprendía fácilmente. Estaban jugosas, llenas de sabor y con el toque perfecto de picante gracias a las hojuelas de chile. Luego pasamos a las mini arepas, y ¡Dios mío! Tenían cerdo cocinado lentamente, salsa barbecue de guayaba y papitas fritas encima. La arepa estaba crujiente por fuera, calientita y esponjosa por dentro. El sabor salado del cerdo combinado con la dulzura de la salsa barbecue de guayaba fue increíble, y el crujiente de las papitas fritas lo llevó a otro nivel. Ahora, a mí me gustan mucho los dulces, pero a mi esposa no tanto. Yo quería pedir postre, y estábamos pensando en el tres leches, pero nuestra mesera nos recomendó mucho el budín de pan. Normalmente no soy fanático del budín de pan, pero sus recomendaciones habían sido excelentes toda la noche, así que decidí confiar en ella. Me alegra muchísimo haberlo hecho. Toman un bolillo mexicano, lo remojan durante la noche en tres leches y luego lo sellan en sartén para crear una capa exterior crujiente y caramelizada, mientras que el interior se mantiene calientito, suave y dulce. Lo sirven con crema y coco tostado, luego le vierten encima un jarabe tibio de guayaba y lo acompañan con una bola de sorbete de coco. Las capas de sabor en ese postre fueron irreales. Honestamente, puede que haya sido el mejor postre que hemos probado en nuestra vida. Y recuerden, mi esposa no es muy amante de los dulces; normalmente solo prueba un bocado del postre, pero esta vez intentó comerse más de la mitad. Jajaja.

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Kiara I.

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1 year ago

I've had the pleasure of dining at Chido Taco twice in the past two weeks, and both experiences were absolutely amazing! The first visit was for a friend's birthday celebration at the restaurant, and the second was for a catered lunch at my son's school. In both instances, the food was outstanding. For my friend's birthday, we had a party of 12. Despite the restaurant's cozy size, they accommodated us wonderfully. The staff was relaxed and allowed us to rearrange tables to fit our group comfortably. Everyone enjoyed 2 to 3 cocktails and beers, and we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the drinks for such a casual taco spot. We sampled a variety of dishes, from tacos to bowls, and every single person loved their meal. The queso and guacamole were particularly fantastic--I could honestly eat them every day! The restaurant was clean, and the bathrooms were well-maintained. The manager on duty was attentive and helped ensure the space remained tidy. One of the highlights was seeing the chefs peeking out and cheering for our friend's birthday, which added a fun touch to our celebration. Overall, the atmosphere was fantastic, and the food was even better. Not only is the food top-notch, but the staff is genuinely kind and welcoming. A huge thank you to Chido Taco for generously providing lunch for the teachers and staff at my son's school; it was just as delicious as dining in the restaurant! read more

Laurie G.

7 years ago

Several of my coworkers and I had lunch today at Chido Taco on Bale Street in Raleigh. The restaurant was packed and as we stood in line, people continued to pour into the restaurant. The cashiers who took our orders were very helpful when I asked about the selections, and even offered me a sample of one of the specialty drinks. Two of my coworkers and I ordered the chicken tacos, but sadly, we were disappointed. The tortillas were a bit brittle around the edges, which indicated that they were most likely made the day before rather than that morning. The chicken and pineapple filling was very bland, in spite of adding cilantro, chopped onions and sauce. When I asked my coworkers how they liked their tacos, they said they were tasteless. It was as if no seasonings had been added to the chicken, which had been marinated. Even the pineapple had very little flavor. After finishing one taco, I threw away the second. Another coworker ordered a quesadilla and thought it was very tasty. After hearing such positive things about Chido, I left being very disappointed. I may give this restaurant another try sometime in the future, but as of now, I'll pass. read more

Kenisha R.

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7 months ago

Food Service Ambience The food arrived hot and fresh, immediately whetting our appetites. We savored flavorful shrimp tacos paired with rice and black beans, with the rice having a delightful bite. The shrimp tacos, featuring cheese as a perfect binder, were cooked to perfection and showcased expert technique. We also appreciated the vibrant side bar offering a variety of salsas, fresh cucumbers, radishes, onions, and cilantro, allowing us to customize each bite. read more

Alonso H.

7 years ago

As you can tell I'm Mexican By saying this I'm trying to tell you that I know about tacos And these tacos are not a joke do you see is the real tacos from the market style like in Mexico when I come here I feel Like I'm back home and they have the best micheladas by Balu read more

Kyle A.

7 years ago

Best tacos i have had in a long time. Had two baja fish tacos and one pork. The atmosphere here is absolutely fantastic. Balu is awesome at the tequila bar and they have a great selection, something for everyone read more

Aria C.

7 years ago

Always grab something different when I'm here and haven't been disappointed yet.love that they have a salsa bar. This lets your customize what your getting and satisfy your craving for whatever you want read more

Michael S.

7 years ago

I know the owner, he's committed to being an authentic representation of his culture and Chido Taco spares no expense at providing just that. 100 stars if I could read more

Nikit K.

1 year ago

Taco perfection Everything about these tacos was amazing. The flavors were well balanced. The tortillas were soft and warm. Easily my new favorite taco spot read more