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    Lobera

    4.7 (49 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    LOBERA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Chipotle Chicken Melt from Brunch Menu
    Alicia R.

    It's been a long time since we've used this word: obsessed. The staff is SO nice and attentive (we loved Sherlin). The tacos were fresh and delicious, the chicken melt beautifully flavorful (expectedly crunchy toast in a good way), I could do a Ted Talk on how good the birria egg rolls are (juicy, flavorful, but not overpowering). Salsa is the individual cantina style. The hibiscus cocktail I got with vodka and 10/10. Rave reviews from the tablemates for the pineapple mango marg. Cannot wait to come back!! On Saturday at 1pm were able to order from the Lunch, Brunch, or full regular menu. Lots of comfy booths, sports TVs (including split screens), and high or low top table options. Easy street parking!

    Chloe T.

    Lobera came highly recommended by our CC company, so we made a reservation for Sunday night. We likely didn't need one as it was pretty dead when we got there, but it never hurts. We enjoyed the typical Mexican restaurant chips and salsa to start. My boyfriend had a chicken, cheese, and rice dish. I had the chicken fajitas. Both were delicious, but slightly less flavorful than some of our other meals in Raleigh. The service was great, maybe too great. Our only complaint is that the food came a little too fast. We had hardly started enjoying the chips and salsa when our meal came, 3-4 minutes after we ordered.

    Green Cilantro Salad Dinner with chicken
    Rachel B.

    I will dream about the cilantro salad with chicken for a LONG TIME! I was staying at the aloft hotel right above and got in late my first night. Ordered online via uber and it was ready so fast. Service was pleasant and polite. But DAMN the cilantro salad knocked my socks off. LOADED with flavor and crispy bits and so much chicken and vegetables... I could barely find the lettuce haha. Also pleasantly surprised it came with a big bag of chips with salsa too. Also ordered tres leche cake, pretty good (I'm bias bc my BFs mom makes a damn good one), very rich sweet treat to end the night! 10/10 recommend!

    Samantha R.

    Was craving some Mexican and wanted to try something new. This restaurant is right in front of NC State off of Hillsborough Street. The service was quick, as soon as we went to order our second round of free chips and salsa, our main dishes came out. I ordered the chicken and steak fajitas, the seasoning was very light, definitely more of a natural char from the cast iron. I really appreciated that the meat was cut thin, it made it so much easier to eat when making my fajitas tacos. I opted for the street corn instead of the rice and beans. I enjoyed it, just know it's heavy on the lemon. My happy food dance was matched by the old school salsa playing, it made the ambiance feel more authentic!

    Boris C.

    Excellent experience at Lobera. Stopped by for dinner and got the tres compadres. Taste and portion was super on point. Great service as well. Right around the corner from aloft hotel.

    Burrito Con Crema
    Patti L.

    Amazing lunch at this New Mexican restaurant next to NC State Campus. Server was very attentive and our meal was delicious. These are lunch specials for $9.99 and they come with your tea or soft drink. Of course chips and salsa as well!

    Pineapple mojito
    Markiesa B.

    First time visiting this place and I went on Sunday, their drink specials are $6 mojitos all flavors. I got two, a pineapple one and mango one . Too much mint in the drinks and a bit on the sweet side, but they were ok. I also got the birria egg rolls which had beef, cheese and cilantro in it. It came with like 8 pieces and was filling. I'll try this place out again and try some different foods and drinks.

    Jeff F.

    Delicious, fresh, and really good pri8for downtown! The place is bright and clean with amazing staff! Highly recommended!

    Kellie D.

    Cute spot right on Hillsborough street playing music onto the street. We walked in around 6:15 pm and were seated immediately. They brought us water and chips and salsa, each with our own salsa dish! House margaritas were only $5 on Mondays! Husband and I both ordered one and they were average. Ordered birria egg rolls for appetizers. Husband and son loved them. I ordered the arroz con pollo -- huge bowl with lots of tasty, lean chicken. Husband and son both ordered the chipotle burrito. Nice presentation, delicious and filling. What a gem this place is right on Hillsborough street! We'll definitely be back.

    Michael D.

    I loved libera. Their Carr Asada was delicious. I got two prices of thin tender steak, rice, refried beans topped with cheese, salad and a big roasted pepper. The tacos and enchiladas were very good. The service was great. The pitcher of margaritas is big

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    We had a wonderful dinner here. Our server, Cintia, gave us great service. Delicious food. Beautiful decor. Great location!

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    2 years ago

    Fresh food, good service, and definitely an improvement over the previous restaurant Tacos y Tequila.

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    Honestly it's the nicest one in the downtown area, and has some interesting food items! Can't beat the prices either.

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    Stopped by for an early lunch with my son, just after opening…read more The interior is nice, clean, and has a cool, darker vibe, but I will say it feels more suited for a later meal or evening setting. If it's a beautiful day, I'd definitely recommend sitting outside instead. Still, the inside has a cozy, laid-back feel that works well. Shoutout to Qua, who was both the hostess and our server. She was welcoming, attentive, and handled everything smoothly, even as a few more parties came in while she was the only one serving at the time. One thing I really appreciated was that she let us know upfront what items were out of stock before we even looked at the menu. That level of transparency is huge and makes the experience so much better. My son ordered a slider with fries from the kids' menu. It comes with just one slider, so I ordered a second, definitely the right call. He enjoyed it, and the fries were cooked well, just a little on the salty side for our taste (ketchup helped balance that out). I had the shrimp tacos. It's packed and perfect portion for lunch. The shrimp, pineapple slaw, and chipotle mayo was a nice mix. The restaurant was clean (including the bathrooms). The location is also a plus, super close to the Art Museum, which makes it a great stop before or after visiting. Overall enjoyable, and I'd come back, especially to try more of the menu and the drinks.

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    Inside
    Bourbon slider , Mac and cheese and unsweetened tea
    Bourbon slider , Mac and cheese and unsweetened tea
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    Also, age discrimination, I showed them my ID I'm 24 years old. You can search my name up online…read moreyou can go through court records you can verify that I'm 24. But they would not allow me in there. They said it's 21+ which really they meant it was Old people only. They refused to serve me and said it was the law because I "wasn't 21. " I will be following a civil case I am 24 years old. I showed them a valid government ID and I'm sure that the court will accept my ID and be able to verify my age by other means. Never go here they don't allow young people unless you're a retarded golfer you're a retired golfer. This is your spot. By the way, the drinks are below average and they have fake plants hanging off the walls no food horrible place. In fact, I'm so confident that it's horrible that you can contact me with any questions at 904-679-2513

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    Part of seating area, June 2025.
    Part of seating area, June 2025.
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    This is a whiskey lover's dream and one of Raleigh's most unique drinking destinations. It's quite…read moreliterally underground as it's in a basement. With little signage the space feels like a natural speakeasy. It's unpolished enough to feel a little sleazy, yet polished enough to never feel dirty. In other words, it has character, and plenty of it. The bartenders were fantastic: knowledgeable, talented, and happy to chat about the spirits behind the bar. Whether you're a serious whiskey enthusiast or just looking for a well-made cocktail, you're in good hands. Being open later than most Raleigh bars makes Foundation one of the city's go-to late-night options, but that shouldn't overshadow what it really is........a great bar at any hour. The atmosphere, the drinks, and the people behind the bar make this a place worth seeking out whether it's your first stop of the evening or your last.

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    South side
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