If you are looking for good real Mexican good, this is where you go. We went twice in a week!!…read more For lunch - you need to get the green chilaquiles. They tasted exactly like my grandma used to make when I lived in Mexico. The right amount of spice, tangy and the eggs on top perfect. For dinner - please get the chile relleno - poblano pepper stuffed with shrimp. Flavors just together nicely with the chipotle crema they drizzle on top. Service - A+ Ambiance - they have these wonderful murals all around that give the place a positive and energetic vibe. The music is a little on the loud side but since one is focusing on all the amazing flavors, it really is not a deterrent.

Vibrant, upscale vibe. Bold, flavorful dishes done right. Cocktails hit, service attentive and…read moresmooth. La Santa is a Raleigh must.

I had the loaded fries with Birria and it was amazing. The staff were really nice and service was…read morefast. It's a cute spot for a chill meal. Very colorful. Not fast food vibes but not a fancy sit down vibe either.

This restaurant is located in a shopping plaza with several other businesses. Shared parking is…read moreavailable 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.

Gym Tacos is one of my favorite local fast-casual Mexican spots, and it hits every time…read more The steak burrito is awesome, flavorful (super juicy steak), filling (giant), and consistently well-made. Orders come out fast (usually within 5-10 minutes) and always warm, which is exactly what you want from a place like this. But let's be honest, the real star here is the salsa bar. Especially the green avocado sauce. It's so good it's honestly dangerous. I could drink that stuff. That sauce alone is the main reason I keep coming back, and it elevates everything on the menu. Yes, it's a smidge pricier than some other fast-casual Mexican spots, but between the quality, speed, and that salsa bar, I happily pay it every time. It feels worth it. If you're looking for quick, flavorful Mexican food with standout sauces and reliable execution, Gym Tacos is absolutely the move.

I had a great time here! There's seating inside but an outdoor seating section as well. You order…read moreat the counter, wait for your food, and pick your own seating. I appreciate they have a salsa bar. Grab as much or as little as you want. Super fresh and fast. They also have a beer selection. I don't think anything is on a draft but it's a nice variety so if you're a beer drinker, they'll have something for you like definitely. Very warm and welcoming. I got two chicken and one shrimp, paired with rice and beans. They're street style tacos but a good portion. I'd definitely go again.

We went on a Friday night for my birthday and everything was excellent! Huge portions, delicious…read morefood and really good drinks. Their tequila collection is great too! Try the watermelon margarita!! I didn't get our servers name but she was so kinda and the whole staff came out to sing me happy birthday with a shot and slice of cake. Highly recommended!!

First time customer. Modern interior. Service was good…read more Margarita was good. Beef tacos were tasty, moist, full of flavor. Chicken tacos were bad. Dry and chewy. Way over cooked. No flavor. (((Cinco de Mayo crazy busy so I chose not to send them back but really should have))) Arroz con pollo was ok. Queso was typical TexMex queso. Red rice was ok. Big portion Chips and salsa were very good. This did not displace our GO TO Mexican restaurant in Raleigh. Not even close.

Hands down the best tacos I've had in North Carolina. Just wow. The food is phenomenal and comes…read moreout really fast. They've expanded into a bigger space so there's a lot more seating available which is much needed because it's always packed. The line moves quickly and the staff works efficiently. They are pros. If you love tacos, try this place.

Stopped by Taqueria El Toro last week after a few people had recommended this place. I'll admit my…read moreexpectations may be shaped by having a lot of Tex Mex style food in Texas, but I wanted to give this a try. When you arrive, there is plenty of parking around the building, and entrances in the front and on the right side. Once inside, you'll walk up to counter and place your order. Your then given a order number and it's open seating. Your number will be called out in Spanish when your food is ready and you'll pick it up at the counter. I ordered an al pastor taco which unfortunately was not good. It came out extremely cold and needed a lot of salsa for it to have any flavor. I also ordered a steak burrito which was much better and was served with melted cheese on the top. There were fatty pieces throughout the burrito but this was far better than the taco. Lastly, I ordered a horchata but it tasted like grainy and wasn't great. If I'm in the area again I may give this a try but I'd definitely stick with a burrito so your food is hot.

Day after Xmas and I awake craving tacos one in my favorite dishes. Today its food as medicine I…read morefind spicy Pico and salsa really great to flush out sinus issues. The Jeffrey is something I longed to try. A spring roll filled carna asada, chorizo and al pastor meat mixture full of Mexican flavors and a hint of Chihuahua cheese make this Mex-Asian fusion a filling, tasty treat that has a Serrano Verde salsa on the side if you want more heat. Refried black beans were so creamy smooth I couldn't get enough of these beans I added it to my taco and dipped my spring roll in this yummy mixture. The chicken tinga taco had so much protein I took out half of portion for later. You can see fresh onions and cilantro garnish the top of braised chicken that is tender, juicy all tucked inside 2 corn tortillas. I grabbed a lime from fridge to add fresh dash of lime juice to this tasty taco. Man this is great way to start my day as if it were Feliz Navidad!

My husband was working nearby and he stopped in here a few times for lunch and he told me we had to…read moretry it for dinner. I was not disappointed! I downloaded the app and received a free chips and guacamole. We also ordered a side of queso, the Bamba Taco which was steak and chorizo, Alpaca chicken taco, Catfish taco and the brisket taco. Everything was excellent, the flavors worked so well together, you didn't even need to add salsa or hot sauce. There is also a salsa bar and everything I tried was delicious. All of the employees seemed friendly and genuinely happy with their jobs. We will definitely return for a date night.

My new obsession is this restaurant. I always came by the area to have coffee or a sandwich and…read morefinally decided to come in and try the food. I went for a half chicken with the rice, beans, and a side of corn. This also comes with your choice of flour or corn tortillas. I also got 3 tacos- chicken, steak, and shrimp. I had everything with flour tortillas. The total for all- which could've fed 2-3 people, was around $45. The quality of the food was AMAZING. The steak and chicken tacos were sooo juicy and good that I've been wanting to go back just to get it again. If you try any taco, get the steak. There is also a salsa bar, and the first greenish/white sauce (cilantro crema?) was so good on everything so don't forget to grab a cup or 2. I later had the chicken with rice, beans, and corn and was extremely satisfied. I probably won't eat at another chicken spot other than this now. In addition to great food and good service- the restaurant is so pretty and modern inside. It was surprisingly empty and had so much seating inside and outside.

Little Rey service was great. The staff here were pleasant, professional and welcoming…read more The restaurant was clean and well lit. I ordered the La Superica without avocado. The salad included chicken, cucumber, pickled red onion, corn, crispy tortillas & oregano dressing. The salad was fresh and crisp. I really enjoyed this. I'd get double meat going forward. I also order myself carnitas (delicious) and one chicken quesadilla for my Mom. My mom is such a picky eater but she really enjoyed the quesadilla and was talking about how meaty it was for days. I'm happy with my purchase and I look forward to returning. I do recommend dining at Little Rey if you're in the area.

Chicken taco was just what I wanted. Highly recommend a little green sauce. Very friendly staff.read more

Came here on a Saturday afternoon and got our orders pretty quickly. I had the vegan tacos and they…read morewere full of flavor. Parking deck close by.

Love the colors and mural on the wall! Very clean and staff friendly and helpful. They serve…read moreauthentic Mexican dishes with good flavor and fresh ingredients. We stopped for food after going to the Marble museum with littles. Options for everyone and good drinks non alcohol and alcohol as well I saw. Good option!

This a a really nice open and clean restaurant with a friendly and responsive staff. The Carne…read moreAsada and Al Pastor tacos we had were excellent. The salsa bar offerings are excellent. I wasn't a huge fan of my carnitas sope. Wish they offered fountain soda with refills. Will return to try other items on the menu and may raise the rating as a result.

Most awesome habanero sauce to go with / onto of carne asada taco…read more That's not the highlight of the visit. Tommy is awesome, sat at the bar and he was an amazing menu guide. Navigated the menu and he was spot on. Hit him up and you will not go wrong.

The service was super attentive and our food and drinks were incredible! The vegan chilaquiles were…read moreON FIRE! The hubby had a ranch water that was so bubbly and delicious too!