Went with a party of 6. Great drinks. Great food. Service was good. Would return.

I would give a 0 if I could, ordered food online through THEIR website 5-15-26 not a 3rd party. Went there to pick up the food and the restaurant is closed for renovations , owner came out without a care in the world and face full of crumbs around his mouth, talking about we can't cancel or refund the order....so just dispute it with the bank. Like huh? You definitely should be able to do both and as an owner you should have common sense to shut your website down or inform patrons. So tired of lazy ass people trying to run a business. They can build a new kitchen then and new ballroom for all I care , I won't be returning. read more

Went early for Cinco De Mayo. Arrived about 6:00. Got seated quickly. That was the end of anything good. 15 minutes later the hostess came by and asked if anyone had taken care of us. NO. So the hostess took our drink order. I got the Cinco special "$5 Margarita". it was about 4 swallows in a tiny glass. NONE of the swallows contained even a trace of tequila. My wife's Pina Colada was fine. Another 10 minutes or so later the waitress finally appeared and we ordered an appetizer. 45 minutes or so after ordering, it came out. Worst nachos I have ever had in my life. SATURATED in liquid and every chip was soggy and ruined. It had probably been sitting on the counter waiting to be brought out for some time. While we were waiting for the appetizer we ordered dinner. All this time there was a band playing a couple of tables away. While the band was good and the singers had very good voices, it was so loud it was both painful and impossible to hear each other across the table. AT NO POINT DID ANYONE come by to ask how things were going or God forbid refill our water glasses. I had to take my wife's glass to the bar to get a refill, where they put some ice in the glass and handed me a water bottle. At the 2 hour mark with no dinner in sight we got tired of waiting, calculated how much what we had been served would cost, put enough cash on the table to cover it and went to find some actual food. read more

They were severely understaffed tonight. There was one waitress on the floor, and she was struggling to keep up. We were seated by the bartender who told us he would bring us menus and never did. We sat for over 10 minutes before I could get the waitress's attention to let her know we were there. We ordered our food and drinks at the same time. The food came quickly, but I did not receive the tortillas, rice, beans, and guacamole salad that came with my fajitas. They never came. After we had been eating about about five minutes, two other staff members arrived, who I assume are the managers or new owners. The food was OK but lacked flavor. Thankfully, the new staff members checked in with us several times, and the service was much more attentive at that point. I was able to ask for the part of my order that was missing. When we checked out using an Offline deal, we were told that since the restaurant is under new management, they will no longer be accepting those deals. However, he accepted it for us tonight. He then told us there was a different location in Wake Forest, that we could go to, which I thought was a strange comment. He doesn't want our business? I've been to this restaurant two other times and had good experiences, so if this is what it is like under the new management, there are plenty of other places I can spend my money. read more

Mamacita - Shrimp fajita nachos, with jumbo shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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TL;DR summary: Stay away until they get things figured out. Maybe never return. I've never before written a review with everything so bad--the bill, the service, and the food as served all being far below my expectations. They recently changed ownership or management and apparently changed all or most of the employees. I've enjoyed eating there in the past, but there isn't much good I can say about my recent experience. Most critically, they over-charged me $3 (15%) for the Fajitas Alambre (charging me $22.99 vs. the menu price of $19.99). When I pointed this out, the manager didn't apologize but, instead, gave me the excuse "We've had to raise our prices, but our new menus won't arrive until next week." (But 15%? How much is inflation these days...maybe 3%?) That was after my having to wait 2 or 3 minutes to get attention of my waitress who was too busy socializing with another member of the wait staff) plus another 2 or 3 minutes for the manager to finish a video of his bartender making a drink. He did refund me $3 cash, but added "If you come back tomorrow, we'll charge you the full amount" (even though the menus still wouldn't have arrived). Don't worry, manager, I won't be back. And, as a footnote to the pricing, their web site -- https://raleigh.mamacitanc.com/ -- lists the Fajitas Alambre for $17.99...a full $5 less than what they originally charged me. But it doesn't end there. The service and food were poor. For the Fajitas Alambre, the steak/peppers/onions were warm, but the rice and beans (on a separate plate) were only lukewarm. It was clear they were put on the plate, and they let the plate sit (not under a heatlamp) while the other food was being prepared. Additionally, the meal was to come with cheese and tortillas--neither of which did I get. I would have normally asked for the cheese and tortillas, but the waitress was inattentive. She explained it was her first day on the job, so I wanted to be understanding (and I did give her a 20% tip recognizing that we all take time to learn, but still need the income while learning). ...but I didn't get items that I was supposed to get, and she didn't make any attempt or offer to refill our drinks. So I paid $3.75 x 2 = $7.50 for a total of about 20 ounces of soda. I would expected an employee on their first day of the job to be overly-attentive, even if understandably making a few mistakes. Dear Manager, you hired the wrong person. Finally, the bill proposed amounts for the tip was based on the total--including taxes AND the credit card fee...not just on the food. This always annoys me, but I've never before seen a implied request for a tip on the credit card fee. There are many options for mexican restaurants around. When this one goes out of business, it won't be a notable loss. read more

Sunday lunch with the family. The salsa was tasty. I had the quesadilla and it was big and good. The rice was bland to me and I would have liked more guac and sour cream on the dish given the size of the serving but I ended up bringing half home for later anyway. read more

Mamacita - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Had an amazing experience at Mamacita. Amazing drinks, food and good music. Our waitress was so nice and the manager made our dinner very special . Definitely recommend this place and we have our new hang out. read more

Hey, Mamacita. If you are putting this billboard outside your restaurant, don't you think this salad should actually be on the menu? A lot of folks can't eat tons of high carb food like chips, tortillas and rice. Next time I come in, I would like this salad to have a name so I can order it. Thanks. read more

Mamacita - A cool salad but it's not on the menu - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Dining at Mamacita is an experience. The food delivery by the robot is fun! The food is good and the portions are hearty! However, if you get carryout check your order before you leave. They don't always get it right. Enjoy! read more

Had 3 great experiences and have been recommending this restaurant. Something is definitely wrong as our last 2 visits were terrible. Waited to be seated while the staff cleaned every empty table, waitstaff speak No English and didn't even know the menu so we had to point at items like we were in a foreign country. Food came out woefully slow and the rice was cold. Sinking like the Titanic. Plenty of other great Mexican restaurants to choose from. read more

We live Mamacita and go regularly. We're from San Diego, California and are pretty picky when it comes to our choice of Mexican. Everything is good. It's not Mexico but it's a guy's value for the price and the robot servers are a hoot. Great family spot. read more

Ordered take out on my home and was not aware it came with a side order of hair. Hair was my food.

I loved my veggie burrito here!! I got cheese dip instead of the green sauce it comes with and they had no problem making the substitution. The veggies were cooked well, which is so important to me. I wasn't expecting it, but the burrito had chopped up plantains in it. It was not something I would've thought to ask for myself but it was actually a really lovely addition. This place is super cute and there are even a few photo op spots! I would highly recommend this place and I'll definitely be back! read more

Oh lord, where do I even start. I now have an addiction to this restaurant. I went in and was quickly seated. Our waiter came by and I ordered the mamacita flight and a como la flor. The flight had a good variety of flavors and the como la flor was adorable! It comes with a mug and a watering can and you pour your drink mix into the mug. For food, we ordered birria tacos, shrimp zarandeados, trashcan nachos, and elote. I loved everything and now the shrimp zarandeados is my favorite food! The flavor was on point and I couldn't stop eating! The restaurant is very cozy with cute decorations. There is a swing covered in flowers you can go take photos at if you want. Overall, a great dining experience with delicious food and fun drinks! read more

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These reviews are not passing the vibe check. I came here a few months ago with a friend and loved it. The music, food, and service were excellent. I returned by myself and I'm so pleased with the service and food. Beto is amazing and very attentive He won't forget about you lol but gives you space as well. I will continue to visit this place and maybe bring someone new next time to spread the word about the restaurant. On a side note, try to try with the four margarita choices. They're soooo good Amazing place to dine any day of the week!!! read more

Delicious Mexican food and pretty decor! Drinks are so fun. They have a big variety of drinks. read more

Mamacita - Carne Asada All Day - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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This place is spot on! Been here twice and I was blown away both times. From the presentation of food/drinks to the service to the flavor, this is the best Mexican I've ever had. Our go to used to be El Tapatio, but they don't compare to Mamacita! They are about $2-4 more, but definitely worth it, IMO. Luckily we live in the neighborhood, so we will absolutely be visiting more. All the drinks are A+ and for food, we've had steak enchiladas, birria tacos (to die for) and fish tacos. read more

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Just very disappointed other than Birria nachos that I got for take out one day! . Everything else has been bland and overpriced. I have gone 4 times now! Don't waste your time on taco Tuesday. No flavor at all in the chicken and beef tacos...nearly inedible. read more

This was a treat during the holidays. The restaurant is fairly big, has lots of parking, and is prettily decorated and very clean. We were seated immediately, with the servers being attentive and friendly. Our grandnieces loved the robotic server that brought our dishes to our table. We had a variety of dishes, including the whole fried fish, and all were made very fresh and tasty. This is a great place for lunch and dinner! read more

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Great food! Friendly staff! A place you need to visit. This was my third trip and it never disappoints.

This is one of my favorite Mexican resturaunts ever! However this my my first time eating at the location in Bedford off Dunn Rd. I ordered the ribeye steak tacos like I do every time I go. They were absolutely terrible. The steak was cooked so long that it was too tough to chew. They're was no cilantro or onion on the taco only meat and tortilla. Steer clear of this mamacitas location. All the others I've been too are phenomenal but this was so horrible I couldn't even eat the tacos read more

Mamacita - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

For take out, specified tacos with no onions, they were covered red onions, all of the chicken and beef in the order was dry, definitely not cooked fresh, ordered side of black beans and got a small tub of liquid with a small amount of bland beans, somebody else's burrito was in my order. Online menu doesn't specify if you get sides and a side quesadilla came with extra sides. This is more of a high volume place vs. fresh, interesting food read more

If i wasnt so preoccupied with my (beyond delicious, bacon wrapped burrito and rice that was cooked by the gods) Burrito Freddy, i wouldve wrote this review still sitting in the restaurant but oh my god. It is visually stunning, nasally stimulating, mouthwateringly delicious food. The service was INCREDIBLY fast, but so personable, (the little robot cat they have to carry plates that also plays music wouldve made this 10 stars if yelp would allow such a thing.) I'm super appreciative also of the decor, it is so cohesive, it is so beautiful, if you love taking photos at restaurants, they have a GORGEOUS Selena Q mural. read more

Mamacita - Horchata - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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This restaurant has changed names a few times. We try to support our neighborhood businesses so we went a few weeks ago. We were not disappointed! The service was excellent and made more entertaining by their robot assistant. Reminded me of the Jetsons! My husband had the fajitas and I had Seafood tacos. Everything was fresh and delicious!! The restaurant is very upbeat, with fun music and sports events on the tvs. It's a great place for families, groups or just a nice date night. read more

We were seated in the back of the restaurant 15 minutes ago. Still sitting here... no waiter... no drinks. This place will be closed within 3 months. read more

Not necessarily authentic mexican food but really good for a tex mex restaurant. I love the Selena mural and how nicely decorated it was. The food was delicious read more

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This is great Mexican restaurant! Food and service are excellent and the ambience is super nice! We love going with our family! read more

Smashed it out of the park. Ordered take out on a Sunday. Nice place with modern atmosphere. Great drinks and $3.50 tap beers on a Sunday. Kids eat free special too. My $15 burrito was so huge I'm having the second half tomorrow and I have rarely met a burrito I don't kill in one sitting. Totally do it. read more

Vibrant colors, delicious food, great prices for the quality. Staff was friendly, there's a lot of tables, and they have a robot. read more

Decided to check out the place that plays music VERY loudly downstairs... and was unfortunately disappointed. The service took a while, staff were not very friendly. Food was questionable, rice being dry and not fitting the vibe here. Didn't order a drink because the person sitting next to us had a watered down margarita mix. So, this place will close quick, just like its predecessors. Hopefully sooner than later... the music from 9:00am to 10am and again from 8:00-12am is not inviting to anyone. Open a club. read more

Finally an amazing Mexican restaurant steps away from my home! Service is good, prices are great, and the food is amazing. I've gone many times, and I will continue to. Hopefully this one lasts! ambiance is also cool. Definitely kid friendly for those of you who are wondering! read more

Salsa is completely bland and liquidy. Food is pretty mediocre. Only really great thing was the Mexican street corn.

Lisa and Carlos provided me such an amazing experience at Mamacita Modern Mexican Restaurant in Bedford. The service was exceptional. The attention to detail on the food, drinks, and most important the service was beyond amazing. Recommending all people to give this place a chance because it's phenomenal! They even helped me charge my phone when it was dying! Thank you for an amazing night and amazing service Mamacita team! read more

I'm back again just to post more pics can't get enough of this place with that being said my plan is to get something different every time I visit. Fish yummy and I ended up switching to the yellow rice my coworker really likes the white rice that was on my plate. lol read more

We ordered takeout and half our order was missing and or wrong. We got two chicken soups instead of one chicken soup and street corn. The corn dish was missing. And the nachos we ordered were completely wrong. They had jalapeños and guacamole the one we ordered had none of those. Also, the chicken soup I ordered was way too salty. read more

Loved the Chipotle Chicken and Mamacita enchiladas. The food is good, the price is amazing, the ambience is next level. Love it!

Unfortunately the food was really bad. Everything came out cold, it took forever to get the food out. The servers tried the best they could but sadly this was pretty horrible. The inside is cute though! read more

Man with the hand tattoos was horrible, took every chance to perform the bare minimum and left constantly for 10+ minutes at a time in non busy time. Drinks left un refilled and brought my steak quesadilla out with steak on the side?! To get cold before my actual quesadilla came out on a stupid robot. Overall terrible experience im better off going to taco bell at least they say hello in the beginning. read more

This place you need to come and see. The food is good with really fresh ingredients and great mixed drinks. $2.50 beers? Seriously a great deal. A robot brings your food and I can hear the sizzling fajitas as it rolls up. Both good for kids and adults it's a fun atmosphere and more people should check this place out. One of the best Mexican restaurants in N Raleigh. read more

Food, excellent. Service, amazing. Ambiance, outstanding. I had an excellent time with a large group, the margaritas are soo good