Food was cold. I placed the order I had for pickup and the pickup window was 45 minutes I started. I got there right when the window began so the food should not have been cold read more

Absolutely delicious food at an amazing value! The staff is super friendly. Those burritos are gigantic! And they really load you up with chips too. read more

Great tacos made by a friendly staff. Everything is always great when we go :). The staff is quick, food very tasty and you can't beat the price. read more

The worst islands experience I've ever had. All our food was cold. The quesadilla was the coldest thing out of everything we ordered to the point that the cheese wasnt even melted. Saw the "cook" roll up my burrito and watch it rip down the middle and still proceeded to wrap it in foil and give it to the cashier. Will never eat here again. There was no one who seemed to be a manager to talk to and complain didn't even finish our food. Would give a 0 star if possible. read more

This was my first time to this Islands location and I am SO disappointed. It was a 5 o'clock on a Sunday when we got here and there were only a few other patrons in the restaurant. The staff was not friendly and all of them acted like they did not want to be there. My friend and I got the buffalo burrito and it was subpar. There was tons of flavor to it but it was cold and sloppily put together. I'm glad I didn't get a lot of chips put in my basket because they were either bottom of the fryer overcooked or super stale. Either way, I was okay not eating the nasty things. I like that they had their salsa's out for people to get themselves and the medium is pretty tasty. I'll give it a try on another day perhaps. read more

Islands Fresh Mex Grill - the front of the restaurant - Tacos Near Me - Leland, North Carolina

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The food doesn't taste fresh, at least everything was clean. The tortilla was the worst part.

We love island tacos! Please try their taco salad is it to die for! We love the fresh ingredients for so cheap!!!

I ordered through DoorDash, so they should have been extra careful with this, because there is no way to make problem right except for a refund. I ordered the Fajita Steak Burrito bowl, however, the problem is that it cam without the steak, and when I tried to call them, because my hotel was just down the street, they don't pick up their phone. So, now they are getting scathing reviews from me for the double whammy. So thanks Islands Fresh Mex Grill for ruining my dinner and costing me a big delivery fee. read more

This is my new favorite place to eat!! $1 tacos is an awesome deal! The food is delicious and the staff is very friendly. It's 20 minutes away but I would choose Islands over anything else!! read more

I love this place! The tacos are fantastic, service is quick and friendly. Most tacos are $1 each after 5 and they do not skimp on ingredients! The drink and napkin station is kept well stocked and clean. The salsa bar is fantastic with a nice variety of options from mild and beyond. read more

All I can say is wow! The manger and the other gentlemen working tonight were busting there butts to get everyone's food out as quickly as possible. It was 8 o'clock and they seemed a little short staffed but that did not stop them from working hard. One gentlemen was rude to one of the workers trying to rush him but the employee stayed composed and continued working. I really like how involved the manager was helping out making orders and stepping in to help the rude gentlemen. I love when I see managers really care for there jobs and work hard. This islands always has good food for a great price and the staff are amazing! Job well done to the staff and I look forward to returning here! read more

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I would recommend driving to a different location! This was my first time at the Leland location (I have tried every other location with no issues) I got 4 soft shell tacos and a large Queso, the pulled pork and chicken were flavorless, but the ground beef was okay. My queso was not the normal white color like all other location, it was orange and spicy. The consistency was very grainy and disgusting. The chips I got were stale and completely burnt and I was shocked these were even served. My $18+ meal was pretty much all together unappetizing and I will not be returning to this location! read more

LIVE BUG found in food here.. my buddy got 3 tacos, he happened to open one up and there was a live beetle in the taco... and the best part was when he took the taco up to the front, they didn't offer him his money back or new taco. They just said "thanks".. some really quality food and service here... just kidding.. There's way better Mexican restaurants in Leland. I mean unless you like a little extra bug protein in your food. There is nothing fresh about this food besides the live beetle. read more

watched the who took my order grab the trash can and pick things off the floor then go and flip my shrimp over on the grill without changing her gloves read more

Very clean; very attentive staff; fresh food and condiments. Open and spacious dining area. Relaxing atmosphere.

Too bad, so sad, nothing good about this restaurant. This big boy rarely throws out any food. This time, I tossed half of my meal in the trash. I hope that I don't toss the other half if you know what I'm saying. read more

Just moved to the area and Islands Leland NC has quickly became one of my favorite spots for tacos and burritos! The food is delicious and prepared right in front of you. Chips and Salsa are better than anywhere else I've had, remember to ask for salsa! I love this place! read more

It is definitely a reasonable price, but not so great in quality. Everything tastes like it came out of a can. There is really no quality to the food. I almost cracked my tooth on an unknown object in one of my tacos. I know there are multiple locations throughout Wilmington, but I have never tried their food before this experience. If you are a vegetarian forget about it, no real thought out options for vegetarians. read more

2nd time trying islands and 2nd time went horrible. Cold chicken, Soggy lettuce cause it was sitting in water and the employe squeezed in out..... and they didn't even give me half a basket of chips even tho he just refilled it in front of me. I tossed my meal after acouple bits hoping it was good somewhere. Thanks for the 11$ soda better off going to spend 15$ somewhere we're you have a lower chance on getting sick. read more

Like most places around here, taste like food out of a can. Was hoping for a decent burrito but it was below mediocre.

This was my second and last time at this restaurant. 1st time there goy a chicken enchilada and it reminded me of taco bell beef. very overcooked and bland. Today I ordered a grilled shrimp burrito. No sauces in the bag, no condiments in the bag. Staff was nice enough. This burrito cost 9.06 and had a total of 4 midsized shrimp. They threw some chips in the bag with no salsa. I can easily find another restaurant and get an awesome lunch for 9.06. I felt robbed. read more

I am sitting here at 2 AM from the worst stomach cramps I've ever experienced. My husband brought me a steak quesadilla from here. This was my first time eating a meal from this place and I will NOT be going back! The quesadilla was DRIPPING in orange grease so much that it had to be dabbed with a paper towel. I couldn't even finish it. The chips were also stale. The quality of food and appeal of food is very low and sloppy. My family and I will not be dining here or taking out from this place again. read more