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    Vaquero's Mexican Grill

    3.9 (26 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Tricia B.

    Very authentic food and atmosphere. The place was filled with Latinos which is always a good sign when you're in a Mexican restaurant. I had a steak burrito and it was outstanding. I'm not usually a fan of Mexican rice, but theirs was fluffy and had lots of flavor. Be sure to ask for their spicier salsas...they're delicious.

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    Michael P.

    Vaquero's Diner is in the location that was occupied by Villa Del Mar which closed a couple of weeks ago, it's right beside Toy R Us on Gate City Blvd in strip shop building with a tire store and a convenience mart. They revamped the inside with a fresh coat of paint and did away with all the crazy decorations that were in here before, they do have about 5 flat screen tv's around the room. The menu is exactly what the name says, half diner and half Mexican food. They offer things like pancakes, waffles, french toast, omelettes and variuos sandwiches and burgers along with a number of Mexican dishes, tacos, burritos and fajitas. I stopped in and had the Pollo Azado which was grilled chicken breast over grilled peppers and onions with beans, rice, guacamole salad and corn tortillas. It came out on a sizzlin' skillet, the chicken was cooked nicely, just a tad under seasoned and the peppers and onions didn't seem seasoned at all, had to put the Corona Bottle salt shaker to use. The rice and beans were rice and beans, though the menu does say they cook their beans daily in the Mexican traditional way. The front of their menu also says the salsa is made throughout the day to ensure "ultimate" flavor. The salsa was pretty good, I added some hot sauce to it, but the chips weren't seasoned at all. Service was good, food this visit was probably more 3.5 stars just because of lack of seasoning. I'll be back to try some other items I'm sure.

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    David S.

    Don't eat here. Service is very poor, and slow. No refill and then wanted to argue when I said I would pay for another drink. Ordered the chilaquiles, menu clearly states with shredded chicken, was told pick chicken or eggs. I went with eggs, asked for no beans, she reiterated no frijoles and I agreed. They put the beans under 1/4 of the chilliquiles making them useless for me. Waste of $9.59.

    birria taco's

    updated review for birria taco's, tray comes with 3 taco's n birria. definitely worth the money n they are very filling.

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    Amazing authentic Mexican food! It was worth the 2 mile drive off the interstate. Will definitely go back.

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    muy buena comid,, pero el servicio de las meseras muy muy malo,lastima que el dueño no le interese su inversión.

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    It was Ight I have beef with the cook tho he a takauche he cooks good tho the tacos al pastor be smack

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    El Camino Real Mexican Grill - Birria Tacos

    El Camino Real Mexican Grill

    4.4(488 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Update for our 2026 annual visit:…read more We ate in this year and the service and ambiance matched the quality of the food we had last year. I have been looking forward to the World Ninja Championships so that I can eat here again and the team did not disappoint. I had the special, chilaquiles supreme and YES! Flank steak butterflied and so tender that I cut through it easily with a butter knife. They make the chips fresh for each order of chilaquiles and you can taste it. Generous amounts of every flavor that went into the meal and I left stuffed! Hands down, my favorite place and I have a feeling we are making a second trip here this year for sure! First impression as you walk in, or look at images of the menu: AUTHENTIC! First impressions when you bite into your food: They nailed the first impression! I had the lingua, tripa, pez, and Pastor tacos. My family had the California burrito, chicken and beef tacos, and the Enchiladas Mexicanos with mole and salsa verde. We also added a side of guac and chips. Guac: thin mixed avocado and perfectly sized chunks mixed in with the tomato and seasonings. An absolute must! The 4 tacos I ate were succulent to say the least. The tripa was thin and crispy, but you could taste the rendered fat in them. It had the texture of perfectly cooked bacon. Al pastor is one of my favorites and this one did not disappoint. Then there was the pez taco that was just the right amount of crispy without being an iota overcooked. At last I ate the lingua taco. It melted in my mouth and I immediately wanted another. I don't even like mole sauce, but I couldn't stop eating the mole enchilada. Aces, hands down. The California burrito was phenomenal and had the perfect amount of each ingredient and a delectable amount of heat and sweet cream sauce. The chicken was obviously hand shredded and had equal amounts of larger chunks of meat and thin pulled pieces to soak up all the flavor in endless nooks and crannies. If you have not been here please do your palate a flavor and stop in. The value far exceeded the price of our meals and we plan on coming here every year when the World Ninia finals rome to town

    Always love this place for more authentic Mexican. Great deal for Taco Tuesdays but always packed…read more Smaller on the inside with a couple tables out front. Extra parking is located in the back. The guac is the best! Perfectly seasoned and definitely not scooped from a tub. Tried the Carne Asada, Pastor, and Chorizo tacos. YUM! The service was friendly and fast but not rushed, vibe is casual - great for a quick bite or margs with friends. I used to love the Sopes here but didn't see on the menu this time. Maybe I missed?

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    El Alebrije Mexican Restaurant

    4.4(115 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Recommended by a friend, I tried something new today while in the area. From the outside, El…read moreAlebrije appears a bit run down, but that shifts once you're inside. True to its namesake, there are brightly colored folk art designs throughout the restaurant in line with their Mexican heritage. The trees that make it look overgrown from the outside actually serve to allow sunlight while masking the surrounding city, facilitating the transformation that makes you feel like you're in Mexico City. We came at an off-peak time in the afternoon and it was nearly empty. We were seated immediately and the service was prompt and attentive. I was pleased to see some unique menu offerings like Birra Ramen and Sopes that deviate from the standard American-friendly fare in most places. Drinks were good - we had a regular house margarita, a triple berry margarita, and a jalapeño cucumber margarita. All were tasty and I would order again. I tried to order a Mezcalita, since it's not often I see a Mezcal option, but they were out of that particular liquor. We tried to get street corn as an appetizer, which they were also out of. We got cheese and salsa with chips instead. The chips were hot and fresh, the salsa generous with the cilantro, and the cheese bold and warm. For entrees we had the Al Pastor Quesadilla and the Birra Ramen. The quesadilla was good, though the beans on the side were pretty bland. The ramen was a unique and very tasty option, and I was not able to finish such a generous portion. I think I'd leave the cheese out next time since it made some weird textures, but the flavor was great overall. Overall, there are some small things to improve (having menu items in stock, bland beans) and the prices were a bit high, but we had a great experience overall. I'm not often in the area, but I'll certainly eat here again if I am!

    Visited for the first time for dinner a month or two ago, and have been eager to come back for…read moreanother visit ever since. Met up with a friend to grab lunch today, and had another great experience. Surprisingly, especially for a Friday, we were the only people there for lunch another small party arrived toward the end of our meal. The hostess/waitress was very friendly and attentive, checking on us, keeping chips, salsa and drinks topped off. I got the lunch ACP, which was quick to come out, and a first for me, it was served with choice of corn or flour tortillas...I opted for flour. The food tasted great, and portion size was perfect, honestly, probably a little more than I should have eaten for lunch, but it will tide me over until dinner. Definitely worth checking out. This spot has an amazing bright and vibrant atmosphere, beautifully decorated with bright colors, a much different look inside then out. I'm sure I'll be back again soon, good food, great, and quick service!

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    Texas ACP. It's huge with big shrimp

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    La Costenita Mexican

    La Costenita Mexican

    4.3(138 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Grabbed dinner around 7pm with a friend. There is a bar…read morearea upon entrance and they encourage you to sit where you'd like. Booths and tables are available. I think you could fit some smaller groups on here comfortably. Pretty simple set up with wall art placed throughout. There were a few parties dining but the space didn't feel crowded. There was music playing in the background. It was a at a good volume to not have to yell in conversation. I've ordered the birria tacos for delivery but this was my first dine-in experience here. My friend ordered the birria tacos and I decided on the ACP - chicken & steak. They place the queso on the side in a cup. They advertised the margaritas and had a special for $5.99 on regular margaritas. They do offer bottled water & other drinks if you prefer other options as well. My chicken had a good flavor and the rice was cooked nicely and not mushy! Maybe some of the best rice I've had in a while at a Mexican restaurant. The steak had good flavor but I would have preferred a juicier bite there. Not quite jerky but drier than I wanted. My friend really enjoyed her tacos and they came out steaming. Parking can be limited, as it is a smaller lot. The service was good and we were checked on often. Overall, I'll be back to try more options and see what weekly specials they have available.

    I could not figure out what I wanted for dinner but after binge watching tik Tok videos of good…read moreeats in Greensboro, I landed on La costienta Mexican restaurant because the Quesabirria Pizza made my mouth water. I ended up placing a to-go order off of GrubHub so I have no idea how the service was or how the ambience was so I will have to get back to you on that, but I can tell you that the Quesabirria pizza with that consomme' is chef's kiss. The delivery was quite fast so the food was still fresh. They absolutely stuffed it with meat, cheese and the consumme' was perfect. It's like they skimmed the fat off the top of it so it's not too fatty and it came with Green salsa and red salsa. I ordered a side of sour cream which I absolutely did not need and wish I would have ordered queso but I'll have to do that next time. If you are craving birria I think this place is definitely worth the try. Cannot wait to try their other menu items! Ciao for now

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    Bandito Bodega

    4.5(364 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    This was not only the best food I had in Greensboro while visiting, the Asian taco was one of the…read morebest tasting and flavorful things I have ever had. You get to choose your protein, as a vegetarian I had the tofu and it was unreal good so I imagine all the meat choices are delicious as well. My family got the char su banh mi and loved it, and they also really liked the nachos with chicken. The staff were super nice and helpful. If I lived in Greensboro I would be getting those Asian tacos constantly. If you have the chance, I 100% recommend you try this place.

    100/10, no notes. I am definitely late to the game with trying this spot, but I cannot emphasize…read morehow fantastic it was! The name Bandito Bodega is extremely accurate, as the store itself is a small and unassuming looking place, with a charmingly decorated interior and some indoor and outdoor seating. It was very convenient to order at the cash register as soon as you walk in, and the staff was very patient and efficient. I adored the unpretentiousness and individuality of the place. It did not need any flashiness or grandeur- just some good food and good vibes. Now the food: WOW I was blown away by the pork belly garlic fried rice. The pork belly was so incredibly fatty and perfectly crispy, the shrimp add-on was juicy and well seasoned, and the fried egg over a bed of DELICIOUS steamy garlicky fried rice was absolutely perfection. And they do NOT skimp on the portions. This heaping bowl was just $15, and it was generously topped with the pork belly. This will easily be a place I plan to frequent often, for the convenience, food, and charm.

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    Mexican Coke $3, nice & cold. Real sugar in Mexican Coke.

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    Crazy Mexico - chip n salsa

    Crazy Mexico

    4.6(11 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    Good lunch. Close by to where we were. We both agreed we like Mexican food and we saw that this…read moreplace had some pretty solid reviews. The inside has a funky Mexican theme to it which we liked. Just as we sat down, we were immediately brought warm, tortilla chips and a large portion of their homemade salsa. Excellent chips and very good salsa. I kind of created my own lunch getting an enchiladas with soft corn tortilla to wrap them in. The chicken and red pepper combination were terrific. The fried rice was excellent. A little skimpy on the guacamole and salad, which is a bit surprising based on how inexpensive salad is. Both were good though. The only disappointment were the baked beans. They actually look like someone added water to them and they were running all over the plate. Not super tasty but really a disappointing part of the lunch. Pink lemonade was good. Endless refills. But how much pink lemonade can a human drink at lunch!?

    Newly opened Mexican restaurant right by UNCG! This isn't their only restaurant, this is Crazy…read moreMexico's 5th location, they must be doing something right! I went on a solo mission, and I sat at the bar, one waitress came by and gave me the menus, and another waiter came by and got my drink order and simultaneously another waitress came out and gave me chips and salsa, like a well oiled machine! I put in my crazy request for a veggie torta which of course wasn't on the menu but it was what I wanted, my waitress assured me it wouldn't be a problem and she and the chef delivered! The torta was delicious, there was a smorgasbord of veggies in there. The food came out really quick as well and everything was hot and fresh! I also got a cucumber margarita, they had actually muddled real cucumbers into the margarita and it was delicious. They also had red sauce and green sauces available which elevated the dish perfectly. The black beans were also delicious. The place looks small on the outside but there's a good amount of seating indoors and the bar area is fairly big. Overall though Crazy Mexico #5 had amazing good, impeccable service and a great vibe to it. If they keep this up, we'll be seeing a Crazy Mexico #6 in no time!

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    Fully stocked bar

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