Las Isabelas is a family-owned business that doubles as a Mexican restaurant and grocery store. The…read moreentire building has character with really lovely decorations that speak to the culture. I think that there is only outdoor seating (covered and not covered), so while it is not the largest restaurant (even less parking but since it is downtown, you can find other parking nearby), it seems like it has enough tables (which were really big) for most days. In terms of the service... we were waiting for our "waitress" until we found out that there is no table service (other than someone initially asking you for your drinks/appetizers when you sit down) as you have to manually go up to the cashier (friendly), order using a QR code to access their menu, and pay from there. So we sat there for a while really confused. But once we were told to do that (and to be fair, we might have not heard the full instructions clearly when we first entered), the food came out in a timely manner. I do think that the service could have been better; for instance, our waters were never refilled and we were not really checked up on during our dine-in experience. It might have been an off day since a lot of reviews praise their service. We got a variety of food, including Chips & Guacamole and Churros to share while for myself, I got the Burrito California and Sope. The Chips & Guacamole were really good! The guacamole was seasoned well and the chips tasted very fresh. We were also given a side of salsa, which was a bit spicy. I will say that this place does not seem to offer complimentary chips and salsa like other spots. The Churros were delicious! Very sugary and warm; I liked how doughy the inside was when it first came out. As for my entrees... I got the Sope with Chicken. This was my first time having Sope and I expected it to have more flavor to it. It tasted a bit bland, although the chicken pieces did help elevate the taste. As for the Burrito California, it tasted decent. It was stuffed with rice and potentially needed more fries, but it also lacked some flavor. If I added meat, that might have helped with the taste. I will say that the green sauce at my table saved my entrees as it really added a nice kick to everything. While I wish there were more spices in my food, I kind of liked that it was not too salty (in comparison to similar spots). Overall, I would probably give Las Isabelas a 3.5/5 stars. It did not wow me, but I think it is a solid spot to hit up in the area. They have a vast menu, so I could see myself coming back in the future to try other items.

We had a great experience at Isabela's. It's a covered outdoor area with a ton of character…read more Margaritas were huge and delicious. We ordered our food at the window and it was delivered quickly! We had tacos, fajitas, burritos and a chicken and rice dish!!! Everything was piping hot and the portions were perfect! If you are in Hickory you should drop in here for a hearty lunch or dinner! The staff is friendly too!

This taco truck is outstanding. Anytime any friends or family come into town, this is the first…read moreplace we go. You can taste the love and passion Jose puts into his food. I always get five tacos. Usually one pollo (chicken), one asada (steak), one barbacoa( Mexican BBQ), and one pastor(marinated pork) and one carnitas(fried pork). They serve them traditional style with fresh onions and tons of cilantro. You also get a little side with limes, radishes, grilled onions, and half a grilled jalapeño. The red salsa is out of this world, and my wife loves the green salsa. I've only ever had the tacos, because every time I go I just can't force myself to order anything else! My wife loves the quesadillas and tortas. If you haven't tried El Taconon, you are missing out!!!

Felt like some authentic tacos. This place had good reviews and a decent health safety score. Was…read moreeverything i expected. I thought it was a bit pricey for the serving sizes (traditional food truck prices) but not enough to keep me away. A definite place to try.

WOW!! Now check this out, my wife and I work in Los…read moreAngeles and stay in Santa Clarita for a good portion of the year. These two cities are both in "northern Mexico aka southern California"!! When we're not working, we LIVE OUR BEST LIVES near the town of Hickory, in North Carolina. Now working and staying where we do, you know we're blessed with some of the best Mexican food on earth, but in Hickory, North Carolina?, and it was seafood too....whaaaaaaaaat?, nooooooo! way!! Yes Way!! Oh Lawd, El Vallartazo was EPIC!! We had a large order crab Nayarit, way too much for two people and a pescado guajillo & garlic red snapper, fried to perfection!! Again, way too much for two people... I need to mention the tostadas with ceviche along with the two salsas that are both served before the meal are absolutely amazing!! Now what impressed me the most was of course how fresh and delicious the food was but even more so it was the hospitality that made this evening so nice. From the time we walked in and sat down to the end of the meal when we were the only ones in the restaurant because they were actually closed at this point, but never made us feel rushed the entire experience was great!!

Our entre meals & the service was good overall! The restaurant is very nice and clean on the…read moreinside! However I wasn't a fan of the sides (the rice and beans). The beans weren't good at all & the rice was a little dry. I personally didn't like the complimentary ceviche it had a wet dog food consistency. It was free though, with a side of tostadas so I cannot complain!

We tried this restaurant for a late lunch today. The young lady who waited on us was attentive and…read moreknowledgeable. I had the quesadilla de pollo and my wife had three street tacos de carnitas. We both enjoyed the service and the food very much. This is definitely a place to try.

I came in excited to finally try this restaurant after seeing all the hype, and while the food was…read moregood, unfortunately, the customer service completely ruined the experience. I visited on 8/22 around 2-3 PM, and the service I received was extremely disappointing. I was charged for two Chipotle Ranch sauces but wasn't informed of the additional charge when I asked for them. As someone who has worked in the service industry, I believe customers should be made aware of additional charges when ordering. The tray also comes with a sauce, but I still had to ask for it. I was genuinely looking forward to having a great experience and sharing a positive review on my socials to continue bringing attention and hype to the restaurant. Unfortunately, after my experience today, I can no longer do that. Also, just a heads-up for anyone planning to visit they are currently not serving alcoholic beverages, so if you're specifically coming for a margarita or another cocktail, keep that in mind. The food was good, but unfortunately, good food doesn't make up for poor customer service. Based on my experience today, I won't be returning. I hope management takes this feedback seriously because the service should match the quality of the food.

Looks good, they have a great variety but they are cash only so I couldn't even give them a try,…read morewho carries cash anymore.

I love their carne asada tacos and their cheese pupusa's. If you've never had a pupusa it's a must…read moretry. The slaw that comes with it is amazing. The food is always fresh and always delicious.

La Perlita is so good. Very authentic Mexican food. The beans were so delicious as was the rest of…read morethe food. The michelada was so refreshing. Will definitely be back!

Came in with a group of friends when we were in town for a work trip and this place did NOT…read moredisappoint!! The restaurant is very intimate and we were offered a very private feeling booth. It was really nice for our group. We were given chips and salsa right away and then proceeded to browse our menus. This menu had a LOT of options. I ended up ordering the enchiladas with green sauce and was pleasantly surprised by the giant portion. Our server was efficient and friendly and I would definitely come back here again!

Great atmosphere. Fresh Salsa Bar…read more Hot soup. Excellent, very attentive wait staff.

Went here for a happy hour with some friends. Service is great and wait staff works very hard…read more One thing I'll say is that it's pricy. What you see in the picture is $21 once tax gets you, and that's without getting some of the cocktails. Definitely plan on breaking $100 if you get a few drinks here with your spouse. I had the Diablo tacos (grilled shrimp, jalapeño bacon, chipotle aioli, cabbage slaw) and the tacos are generously packed. Definitely a great spot in Hickory

Their cocktail selection is awesome! The ambiance is…read moreawesome! The shrimp fajitas were awesome! The shrimp were not overcooked and had a Smokey flavor. I was told by a local that the food was the best they have had in all their travels, they were accurate. See ya again real soon!

Our first time coming here. Everything was excellent! I had a chicken quesadilla and a beef taco,…read morethe ingredients were all fresh and superior quality. These were probably the best Rice N Beans I've ever had in a Mexican restaurant. very reasonable prices and a great atmosphere. I love the decor, the music and we had great service too. Wish this place was closer to us! We would love to come back sometime if we head this way again.

All I can say is WOW! We decided to stop in on an out of town trip. The decor is probably the…read moreprettiest I've seen in a Mexican restaurant. I love the lighting and artwork. The server was excellent and recommended some great things. We had the yuca bites and cheese dip for an appetizer and Steak à la macha for dinner. It was all so well presented and delectable. For dessert we got the Tres Leches cake which is probably one of the best I had. If I'm ever back in conover, I will definitely stop here again!

Inexpensive tasty food. Women don't speak much English so we just pointed to photos. We will be…read moreback.

There is so many options for Mexican food in Hickory but Rosa de Saron takes the #1 spot with…read moreauthentic Mexican food that's so delicious!!! The deserts too! Every plate we have tried has been authentic. The prices are unbeatable. It's a small restaurant so depending on the day it can get full. The service is always great and the staff so friendly. This is also my kids favorite spot!