Plaza Del Sol is in a strip mall/shopping center, and it's fairly unassuming from the outside…read more Inside is full of vibrant colors and murals. The service was quick and so chatty. There was always someone within three paces of our table, and the food came out so quickly. Chips, salsa and bean dip showed up (all warm and tasty). We ordered waters, tea, and a Dos Equis ambar and then took a look at the menu. As is usual with a Mexican restaurant, there are so, so many options. This menu had many of the regular options that people are familiar with, but there were a lot of other choices as well. I usually try to order something unique to the restaurant if I can. My only disappointment was I didn't see tamales or chile rellenos as an option. In the end I asked the waiter what he thought was the best dish, and then I ordered that. Unfortunately, I don't know what the "name" of it was on the menu. It was a half rack of baby-back ribs on a salad bed with a red sauce over top. The sauce was not like an enchilada or mole. I would say it was more akin to a thin salsa. The ribs were slow cooked and so tender. They tasted nothing like traditional american ribs but were really good. My dish came with beans and spanish rice. The beans were typical, kinda soupy with cheese on top. Nothing "extra" in either direction. The rice was pale, but the flavor was top notch. My wife ordered a fajita plate which had a bit of everything on it, steak, shrimp, chicken, etc. Her meal came with beans and a typical mexican salad. The fajita filling was excellent! Both meals came with hot tortillas to aid in the scooping and general enjoyment. I would definitely come back to this place.

Food was outstanding and not Tex-Mex, authentic Mexican food. What a pleasant surprise while…read moretraveling through.

This is the best Mexican in the area! The prices are very reasonable, the staff is very friendly,…read moreand the food is delicious! They even have a salsa bar! The margaritas are delicious and made fresh. It's a must go every time I'm in the area.

If I was rating this purely based on the food, Valle de Bravo would receive 5 stars! We stopped in…read moreafter a day of skiing at Sugar Mountain. The young lady who sat us was very pleasant but when she brought chips she did not inform us that there was a salsa bar at the front so we were left wondering why there was no salsa. Our server was honestly quite rude and acted as if he did not want us to be there - even though the restaurant was empty. Every time we asked for a refill or any other request he would huff and puff which became quite comical. The food though was amazing! Chalupa, burrito, enchilada and chimichangas - everything came out hot and delicious. So maybe prepare yourself for bad service, but I would still highly recommend this place for the food alone!

Stopped by after a hike in the area and OH WOW! I got a chicken Gordita and a carnitas taco. The…read moreGordita was solid but that carnitas taco is hands down one of the top 10 best things I've ever eaten. I almost teared up, it was that good. The restraint I had to walk out without ordering 3 more honestly surprised me. Cute little unassuming spot right off of 421. The parking lot filled up fast. There's a nice fresh condiments bar for any salsas, guac, radish, garnish, etc. that you'd like to add. My total came to about $10 which was super reasonable, especially given the portion size.

I visited Taqueria la monarca's food truck when they were at High Country Beer Fest. I waited in…read moreline for a good ten minutes but as soon as I ordered, my food took less than five minutes! The woman who took my order was so sweet and supportive of me practicing my Spanish! I got a carnitas taco and an asada taco and they were amazing. I've had pretty solid, delicious, authentic tacos in Boone but the meat was so juicy and seasoned well!! I really enjoyed that they serve cucumber on the side in addition to the radish/lime and salsa. The salsa verde was the perfect amount of spice! However, I do wish they did double tortilla for the tacos. All good though.

The employees always welcome me with a smile. These are some of the best tacos around Boone. I…read moreorder 3 carnitas tacos with the green sauce. The meat is so juicy and the grilled onions are a great addition. I also enjoy their churros!

I got the veggie quesadilla along with rice and beans and a small container of what they called hot…read moresauce. Portions were generous. It was absolutely excellent! Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of my meal before I ate it all. The hot sauce was apparently homemade and was delicious also. More to come as I have an opportunity to eat here again...

Enchiladas are amazing. Try them! Ambiance is simple. People were so nice. Service was fast.read more

I found this little hole in the wall restaurant on the downtown strip of Boone. When I walked in…read morethere was a full bar and plenty of seating. Clean location and they even offer a salsa bar!! I ordered the Pollo Ala Plancha which is a grilled chicken breast with grilled onions on a salad bed with rice and beans. It was absolutely delicious and I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the mood for Mexican food.

The food is terrible! No seasoning or spices in the tacos or burritos I have tried. The salsa is…read morewatery and bland. Worst Mexican food I've ever had. Gave it several tries, never again!

So good! I got a burrito and it was one of the best ones I've had from a Mexican restaurant. Great…read moreservice. We enjoyed it

A super authentic, hole-in-the-wall spot for Mexican food in West Jefferson!…read more I wanted four tacos- 2 al pastor, 2 campechanos- but something must have gotten lost in translation bc I received all al pastor. Honestly, not a big deal bc it was delicious haha; I especially loved the contrast of the pineapple and fatty pork (also comes with cilantro, onions & lime). If you get a full order (4 tacos), the waiter informed me that you can only get 2 different kinds (not specified on the menu). Also got an horchata, which was perfectly sweet, cinnamon-y, and refreshing. The ambiance is good with booth seating. Service was friendly, but wait time (both for getting seated/orders taken and receiving the food) and attention (getting utensils, water refilled) could be improved, but this could have been due to the lunch rush. Lots of parking in the adjacent lot. 8.5/10 would recommend!

Burrito and Fajitas are huge. Well seasoned meat with lots of add on nummy essentials. Get the…read morefresh guacamole. It's unusual but so fresh and tasty. The clientele gives you confidence the food is authentic. Servers are Hispanic and very sweet. They ask regularly how things are. We left having an increased confidence in the food scene here! Quirky spot parking on the side. Very small but worth the visit!

If you are looking for a delicious AUTHENTIC and fresh meal this little spot is amazing…read more DO NOT let the humble exterior fool you! Chicken empanadas were incredible, the tostado didn't disappoint. They bring chips and beans to you while you're waiting, service was simple and kind. This is a hidden gem - like a diners drive in & dive level.

Yelp gave this place high scores so it was worth trying out. The restaurant is located in a small…read moreconverted house. It is simply furnished and very clean. The family run business was busy mid afternoon with inside customers and many to go orders. I ordered chilaquiles - eggs over tortilla chips and covered with salsa - deliciously homey and simple. Partner ordered chorizo on homemade tortilla - also very good. I felt like I was in someone's kitchen. Give it a try.