Great food, and service! Indeed ask for the hot salsa, it's smoky flavor and texture rivals that of the "crushed stewed tomatoes" salsa they routinely bring with the first basket of chips. I enjoyed the Spinach/Mushroom quesadilla, and had them add chorizo sausage. yum! My guy ordered al a carte and enjoyed every choice - burrito deluxe, beef soft taco and chile relleno (cheese only). The 'medium' margarita was large enough, that we shared it! read more

So I drove out to knightdale to pick up a friend before heading to the outlets in Smithfield and just had to have lunch here! We arrived for a late lunch and I was surprised at how busy it was! There was a large party ahead of us but we were seated and our server was attentive-our chips and salsa arrived and we placed our drink order. I was impressed with the service-we placed our order and it was brought out to our table quickly. I ordered the shrimp chimichanga and omg, it was perfect!! Great flavor! The meal was really enjoyable. We had to wait I'm line to cash out, but again the line moved quickly and the customer service was impeccable! Keep up the great food and service. It's not often that I get out to Knightdale, but when I do, I make a point to stop in here and get some of the best Mexican food I've ever had! Thank you!' read more

El Senor - Shrimp chimichangas!! Muy delicioso! - Mexican Near Me - Knightdale, North Carolina

Currently live in the Knightdale area and this was my first time visiting this restaurant. I enjoyed everything! Waiter was amazingly friendly and even helped with what to order. Food came out in a timely manner. Overall enjoyed the visit and I will definitely visit again. read more

Just ordered takeout from here for the first time tonight. We got the taco combination and the chimichanga. Everything was delicious! Big portions- enough for lunch tomorrow. Our order was ready in less than 10 minutes. I can't speak to the service in the restaurant but as far as take out goes everything was phenomenal! read more

It's been awhile since I've visited this location. I struggled to decide on my rating because the staff were very attentive and speed of service was on point. This issue was overall food quality. The salsa tasted like canned tomato sauce, the rice was wilted and flavorless. The chicken filament for the burrito was pretty decent, it had some flavor and was moist. I also ordered the beef tip enchilada, the beef reminded me of cubed deli roast beef. No flavor, spongy texture. I know a lot of folks love this place and I'm glad their food preference is such, but it's just not there for me. read more

I haven't been to this restaurant since I was a kid in spanish class and this was a field trip. They moved but I can still appreciate the same great taste. The staff was amazing and I was slightly caught off guard by their great English comprehension. I enjoyed the authenticity and the great meal. I completely recommend the restaurant to anyone in town. The shrimp tacos are something I now crave... read more

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Me and my boyfriend went during the evening and both ordered the Carne Asada tacos. We both got SEVERE food poisoning hours later! Throwing up and stomach pain for hours! Had to call out of work! Then, We had no appetite for days after. I've eaten here multiple times , but I don't know if I will after this experience read more

This was my first time here and I thought seating, food and service were excellent! My guy's rice was dry but they quickly brought a whole new plate of rice. The guacamole also had an unusual taste to it...don't know if it was a spice or cilantro but it was as still good. Good food, inexpensive prices...we will go back! read more

I love this restaurant and the service. Always great food. I just wish they would serve diet Dr Pepper and I'd be there more often.

Really good food. For lunch I had the shrimp fajita, and my wife also had fajitas. Good quality dishes, generous servings. Simple place in a shopping center, but very comfortable. My wife had a marguerita and it was very good (though not strong.) I'd like to go back and try some of the other items on the menu. read more

wish the menu would offer more authentic options instead of so many Americanized Mexican dishes. Customer service is always great, and the chicken soup is amazing. read more

Went here for the first time tonight, why haven't I been coming here for years now? Service was great, salsa and chips were great, dinner also great! We will definitely be back! read more

Wasn't pleased with my meal yesterday for lunch. There was a lot of shrimp in my enchiladas but that's yet. Taste was basic and not what Mexican food normally taste like. read more

My food looked like they just threw some slip in the takeout box. I got shrimp tacos and when I opened the box it literally looked like they just threw non-deveined, half cooked shrimp on top of tortillas, with bad lettuce and cheese from a bottle. It was nasty. I was too tired and hungry to take it back. read more

when i first walked in it smelt like old dish water . the food was bland and cold . drinks super weak and watery . 2/10 will not be going back read more

Totally surprised. The salsas were great. My burritos fab. The fajitas pretty good! Service was excellent!!! Oh yes. Their fresh guacamole is a must. And ask for the extra hot sauce if you appreciate the space. Well worth the trip. read more

I got hungry for dinner early one night so headed there at 5pm. I was alone so I sat at the bar. The place was quiet and relaxed. The staff was very friendly and took great care of me. I had the Banderas (3 enchiladas) and it was AMAZING! The bang for the buck here is great too! Especially with the $2 beer special on Wednesday! read more

Not a good location if you are looking for flavor in your food. Food is very bland. Tried a couple of times and have not been impressed

We went here for dinner last night after a coworker recommended it to us. I was expecting typical mexican food but what we got was so much more. I tend to get chimichangas at every Mexican restaurant I go to. I think of myself as a little bit of a chimichanga snob. I got the chimichangas at El Senor and they were AMAZING. Every part of my meal was perfect. The tortilla's were crispy and I even found pieces of jalapeno mixed in with the chicken. It was perfect. I wanted to keep eating and eating it but my stomach would not let me. I will definitely be going back because El Senor is inexpensive and delicious! We also had great drinks! My boyfriend's beer was only 90 cents because they run a draft beer special on Thursdays. I can not wait to go back. I highly recommend this place! read more

While there is a lot of "hit or miss" on the menu, the "hits" are A+. I strongly suggest getting the Seafood Chile Poblanos-- poblano peppers stuffed with scallops and shrimp in a cheese sauce with rice and beans. Ask for their hot sauce too-- not the one they bring out to the table when you sit down-- they have another one that is smokier, spicier and better. The tortas are good, and the camarones a la diabla are great as well. Not a fan of the tacos, as I prefer to make my own at home with handmade corn tortillas, but I eat here quite a bit for lunch as my office is nearby so I know what I'm talking about when it comes to the seafood items. The service is always super-friendly and the place is well managed and clean. read more

Went with my family for dinner. Service was fine up until everyone's food arrived and I was told my mole would be out soon. 10 minutes later tell the server it never came to which he says they arent making it anymore. Was then asked if I wanted a burrito or chimichanga.By then my whole family had pretty much finished eating so I didnt want them to wait while I ordered something different. I'm from Las Vegas originally and am use to the quality and service you get in the south west when it comes to mexican and Hispanic restaurants in general. Would not recommend this place at all service was atrocious and the food was sub par and far from authentic for the price point. Better off getting tacos from a food truck. read more

The best in the world!!!!! The drinks are spectacular ,the food it's top notch! the service is impeccable. I will suggest this restaurant to anyone! Love to eat try the chimichanga. Like to drink ? Texas margarita. then call Uber. read more

Oh man. We eat TONS of Mexican. Cheap, food trucks, high end, hole in the wall, you name it. This was terrible. Got shrimp tacos, fajitas and kids chicken nuggets. The quality was just so terrible. You could tell it was precooked (food took like....4 minutes literally to arrive at the table) and it was so freaking bland. Amusingly enough I left full because I ate the kids nuggets which were good! Hence two stars Lolol. Server was friendly and staff was polite. Go to Toreros instead and don't waste your money. read more

Been going to El Senor forever! Love the food, drinks, and services. Fast and quality. Great place to meet for drinks, have a quick lunch, or big dinner w the fam. Great place to eat! read more

I've been here twice and both times were equally as bad. The service leaves a lot to be desired for. The lack of attention they give you from checking on you during your meal to offering refills is the biggest reason I won't be back. The food is bland. Very bland. Even the complimentary salsa is disappointing. You're better off buying a can at the store. We've tried everything from basic enchiladas to the chori pollo and the dips and nothing really stuck out. That mixed with the back to back bad service is why we won't be coming back. read more

El Senor is an affordable Mexican restaurant that is close to my home, so I frequent it fairly often. The ingredients always taste very fresh, but they always use wayyyy to much onions in everything. I always ask them to hold the onions now. I also wish they had better salsa, Another reviewer said it tasted like Pace and I agree. Despite these few issues, I definitely give my recommendation to El Senor. the food is tasty and the service is always exceptional! read more

I have been coming to this restaurant since I was a child. They have always had the best service and all of their waiters are very nice and super attentive. It does tend to get busy but they always have you seated fast. I have tried many different items off of their menu and all of them have come out fantastic. read more

I can't say enough good things about how well this place handles large groups. We come here after our Cub Scout planning meetings with a big group of parents and kids, and there servers are always SUPER great and accommodating. There food is always great as well. This is a place everyone should support! read more

El Senor - Chicken mole in there process of being enjoyed... - Mexican Near Me - Knightdale, North Carolina

Sorry. 2 stars = "Meh, I've experienced better." I'm not saying El Senor is bad, but I have, more often than not, experienced better. The mole sauce tasted like straight-up Hershey's syrup once... that was probably the worst experience. The only time I had anything with shrimp, it was a scooch too unfresh, or unwashed, or both. Other than that, the basic stuff is OK, but I have had better at other places. read more

It's fucking shit don't go there. Literally the food was cooked in the microwave. The meat was raw as fuck and I think it made my son have explosive diarrhea. read more

I thought this place was very good. Fast service, excellent quality of the food and cooked to perfection. Also, very affordable. We will be back. read more

This food is really good and the waiters are very helpful and nice but the guacamole has no flavor and and does not taste good all you taste is avocados read more

Not bad, but not amazing. Service was prompt, but the food was nothing to write home about. Oh, and the Chile Rellanos come stuffed with seasoned beef and cheese but not breaded and fried. read more

Love that Chicken California burrito!!! I've tried the beef but prefer the chicken.... And you get a great portion size. read more

U can pick anything on the menu and i promise it will be delicious! Friendly staff and great service. read more

El Senor - Chicken flautas! #spellcheck - Mexican Near Me - Knightdale, North Carolina

Being from Los Angeles, I've always loved Mexican food. Sadly, this is barely average. The staff is super nice, but the food is bland and the salsa lacks flavor as well. I wish they'd improve.... I live right down the street and would love to be a regular, but until they do, I'll make Mexican food at home. read more

Just ate here and probably should have walked out after tasting the salsa, but we stayed. Now I will say this, the services was great. The staff were on top of everything, didn't have any problem with the service. Having said that, the food was remarkably underwelming. I would say at the same level if not below that of Taco Bell. The salsa tasted like canned tomatoes blended up with some onion. The rice and beans had no flavor whatsoever. But what was even more offensive was the cheese they put in the cheese enchilada. They claimed it was shredded mozzarella, but it tasted like cheap american cheese u put on a sandwich. And the beef looked like the "beef" taco bell uses and tasted worse. Not only would discourage people from eating there I would recommend that the cook be fired and the recipes be thrown out. There is one way that what was served to me could be considered mexican food. read more

This was by far the BEST Mexican food I have had in years. I loved the salsa; the food was fresh and the service was great!!! We will definitely be back!! read more

El Senor - Mexican Near Me - Knightdale, North Carolina

We visited El Senor once again for dinner with one of our daughters. You get seated immediately as always, you have tortilla chips and salsa (melted cheese if you request) while picking through the menu.You have your entrees within minutes of ordering. We were going to try Bahama Breeze tonight with our coupons, but why wait a hour. Good "Choice read more

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Both take out entrees were not only completely wrong but food was cold. This makes the last 2 take-out orders a flop. Very disappointing coming from a great restaurant in the past. read more