Place was packed with people when we came in, something I wasn't expecting for the off season. Food…read morewas fresh and delicious. It took a little time, but well worth the wait. Since there are a lot of people, it's loud, but you can still easily hear the people at your own table. Really great food and we will definitely be back.

I've seen this restaurant in the Ingles shopping center for so many years and have eaten at 3 other…read morearea Mexican restaurants but not here. I figured it's been here for so long, it's got to be fairly good because it's still here. We walked in for lunch and it was probably 80% Mexican customers, so wouldn't that be a prime indication of good Mexican fare? Chips and salsa was served promptly and they were warm but the salsa was mild. They had a good Lunch menu, average lunch $8.95. We ordered a beef Chili Relleno and Beef Enchilada with rice, and a Burrito with rice. For such a large Mexican clientele, I would have thought the food would have been spicy, but far from it. I would consider it very bland. The ground beef was super fine, like a meat sauce, and I prefer chunky. The meals were priced very affordable, but it needs kicking up a lot.

I came about 3:30 in the afternoon with my dog. It took a while for me to be waited on outside. I…read moreinquired about the dinner plates and what was available was enchiladas mole. Perfect. I didn't order chips and salsa since that is an up charge. Besides, I don't eat very many. They have a choice of black beans or refried. I chose the refried. The enchiladas were very good and the mole sauce a little spicy! I loved it. While the service was spotty, the food was very good. I'll be back here during my trip.

Excellent service from Becka at the bar and delicious, authentic food. Pleasant ambiance.read more

Tucked just outside Brevard, Los Vaqueros absolutely lives up to the local hype. I kept hearing…read moreabout it from people around town and made sure to stop in before heading out--and I'm glad I did. From the moment you sit down, everything hits. The chips and salsa are fresh and addictive, and the quality carries all the way through the meal. I went with the carne asada, and it was cooked perfectly--tender, flavorful, and easily one of the better plates I've had. On top of that, the portion was huge, so you definitely get your money's worth. The atmosphere stood out too. The decor has a really polished, comfortable feel--not over the top, just done right. If you're anywhere near Brevard, this is a must-stop. It more than delivered on the buzz.

Still 5 stars and would be more if I could rate higher! My new favorite dish is the Pina Vaqueros…read more Must try! The waterfall is always a star on the deck. Service is top notch. The friendliest of people in all of NC!

Pescados is the best Mexican restaurant in Highlands! I've been frequenting Pescados since they…read moreopened and try to make it there every time I come to visit. They have amazing quesadillas and fantastic guacamole and pico. Every ingredient is fresh and you can't beat the simplicity of their menu. I highly recommend Pescados for a quick lunch or dinner and the best seats in the house are on their side patio. They also have great cookies for dessert. I would also recommend getting extra pico to add to their cheese dip, although good flavor it is extremely thick and needs something to cut the density. I will definitely be back in November during the wine tasting festival!

I've been coming here for a long time because the food is always very good, which makes my recent…read moreexperiences all the more disappointing. Over my past several visits this week, the atmosphere has completely changed for the worse. Everyone who works here seems genuinely miserable now, and the warm, welcoming environment it used to have is entirely gone. The overall shift in tone is deeply concerning, but a few specific incidents were particularly upsetting: First, the staff environment feels tense and uncomfortable. Employees who used to chat freely now seem hesitant and nervous to even talk to customers, constantly looking back toward the person at the register as if they are afraid of getting in trouble. Second, I was so disappointed to hear how staff members were speaking about their own team. I overheard the cashier and another employee speaking in another language which I happen to understand having a conversation where they were talking very negatively and making extremely unkind personal remarks about a coworker who was standing right near them. It was heartbreaking and incredibly unprofessional to witness team members being spoken about like that in front of customers. Third, I personally witnessed unacceptable hygiene practices. I watched the person working the register eat food directly out of the service area while wearing her work gloves, and then immediately continue using those same contaminated gloves to operate the register and serve customers. On another visit, an employee was eating chips directly off a serving tray. When my husband asked her to please change her gloves, she acted frustrated and resistant, only changing them after another employee stepped in. It is so disheartening to see a place I used to love turn into such an uncomfortable environment. The food is still good, but the miserable staff dynamic, disrespect between coworkers, and clear disregard for basic food safety make it very hard to enjoy coming here. I truly hope management takes a close look at what is happening and addresses these issues immediately.

Decided to come down the mountain on a rainy chilly day to stop at Brysons for some supplies and…read morefound this yummy Mexican place. Service was amazing,food yummy and drinks Epic! We had sangria which was some of the best I've tasted. My BF got it and let me taste. Since Mexican I did a margarita was delicious! For Highlands NC prices were amazing and service spot on! A must do when in the mountains in Highlands!

The food and service was excellent. We had the sizzling hot Fajitas and they were delicious. We…read morelive nearby and just hadn't be there in a longtime and now I feel we being missing out. The meals were definitely quality and plentiful. Had a large cold mug of Modelo to was it all down. The meats were tender and juicy with plenty of sides. Definitely making this place my new favorite.

I started with a lower rating, but as I thought about it... I think it deserves the perfect score…read more It's a cozy spot with a small outdoor patio. Their cold AC is excellent during the summer. It was what I was looking for after stopping by to catch a FIFA game. The huge TV by the bar was perfect to watch the match. The waiter was cool and friendly, but the food was the real highlight. I ordered the "California Burrito", which was more of a huge "wet" burrito smothered in cheese instead of salsa and packed with steak. The 'Mar y Tierra' was legit too. Served with thin asada ribeye, cooked perfectly and topped with shrimp. Full of flavor. They also have a salsa bar, and the habanero salsa was excellent. Chips and salsa provided as well. I'm glad I stayed for it all.

Food was amazing and giant portions…read more I had the monster chimichanga and I literally could only eat the meat and veggies that came outside the chimichanga before I was full. The actual chimichanga is going to make for some delicious leftovers. The a-la-carte chicken quesadilla was nearly an inch thick. Well worth the $5 price. Only mild complaint: the chips could use more salt and the salsa could use more spice.

Vacationing in Clayton Ga and found this place on Yelp. Glad we did. It had some of the best food…read morein town. I had the burrito with chicken and it was delicious. My wife had the street tacos and her food was also delicious. Everything tasted clean and fresh. We did have a bit of a wait. More than usual for some Mexican restaurants. However, many restaurants have food partially prepared and then warm it when ordered. It's fast but not fresh. Not the case here. I have no trouble waiting for good, fresh, and clean food! This was some of the best Mexican food we've had in years. The waiter was very friendly and polite. I would highly recommend Manrique's for dinner.

Good food and service. Interesting menu with some items you don't find at the average restaurant…read more I stuck with the familiar burrito type of dish with green or red sauce. The other people in my group ordered quesadillas. We were happy with our meals. We were traveling from Gatlinburg to Atlanta and passed through Clayton.