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“I have never had such an attentive and friendly staff, everyone was so nice and helpful! Everyone worked as a team to give all guests a pleasant experience. I came from out of state to try this place out, and I am so glad I did! Will be a future customer and have already told friends and family about this restaurant!Parking: Plenty of parking and easily accessible.“
“This establishment exceeded our expectations by far!! The food was absolutely amazing and the service was beyond my wildest dreams! These people cater to every detail especially our waitress Bottie. We had a birthday celebration with about 20 guest. Everything ran smooth and the vibes were amazing! I can’t wait to come back! Do not hesitate to make a reservation or grab one of their specialty drinks from the bar!“
“Great place for nachos ?. We finally took the time to stop in and give Gym Tacos ? a try. We were very glad we did. The food was wonderful. We ordered our jalapeno's on the side because you never know how spicy they are. We were glad we did even though they weren't very spicy. Awesome place for street tacos or a boat load of nachos.“
“This was my first visit and I'll admit I had a difficult decision picking from the menu. I got the Street Corn, if I had been there earlier I would have picked a more breakfast oriented item. As you enter you will find a selection of merch to provide memories of your visit. The staff immediately took my order. Be sure if you want a take out order to tell them as it reduces the wait time. The restaurant has an outdoor patio and it was a perfect day to enjoy the fresh air. Inside there is a bar area for drinks. I was impressed that they were checking with the dine-in guests to ensure they were enjoying their experience and to assist with additional needs. The prices were about normal for meals today. The meal was promptly prepared and I enjoyed it.“
“Franklin was the best server I’ve had since the early 2000’s. Franklin had great dish recommendations, which led me to eating the best plate I’ve ever had. The green chilaquiles were better than my motha’s cooking. Don’t even get me started on the world class margs they had. Needless to say…. I’ll be heading over for brunch most weekends. Thank you Franklin for making our experience better than the Red Sox winning the 2004 World Series.“
“Came out to a local brewery today, but what drew me here was the food truck. I get to enjoy the beautiful weather outside sitting on picnic benches. The food is always fresh and delicious. We had the pork quesadilla and the BBQ nachos with brisket. The nachos were great. Really flavorful with plenty of meat and cheese. The quesadilla was huge and well worth the money. The service is always great. They are friendly and help you with making choices if you are unsure of what to get. My recommendation: get the brisket on anything. And get the churros and cheesecake flautas.“
“Gonza continues to be the best Mexican restaurant in Raleigh. The owner, Gonza Salamanca, visits every table to make sure you are satisfied with your total dining experience. This restaurant is consistent in every aspect...servers, food quality, presentation, beverages and deserts. It is family-friendly and a neighborhood treasure.“
“Had a great experience on our girls night.Server was very attentive. The food came out very quickly. It looked but most importantly it tasted great! I can very much recommend the surf and turf burrito. It was delicious. And the blood orange Margarita is a must have.“
“It was a cold and windy Sunday afternoon. We were looking for a quick breakfast and had this spot saved in our places to go in Raleigh list.It is a food truck located in the parking lot of a Valero gas station. Upon arrival I parked near the gas station and waited in line for about 5-10 minutes. From there took 20 minutes to get my order. So definitely plan to wait about 30-35 minutes.But it was totally worth it. The bacon burrito is bangin. They also have a good selection of sauces as well.I didn’t try the coffee, but they did have a good selection.Would go back for sure“
“My husband and I had dinner on a Saturday evening. We both did bowls. My husband got the Aloha and I got the Rincon. I liked the Rincon the best. It was really good. A great combination and spice level was almost medium. The staff was very friendly and very helpful with answering questions. They have a salsa bar for the chips you receive with each meal. The bathrooms were clean. I would highly recommend this Burrito shack when you need a quick meal!“
“Best ACP ever!! First time going last week and the food was soo good!! The waitress was very attentive and sweet and found my daughter some hard tortillas who doesn’t usually eat authentic Mexican food but she did!! Very pleased with our experience!“
“One of the better of many Tex-Mex restaurants in the Raleigh area. Service was excellent, meaning that the wait staff take your orders accurately and deliver food and drink quickly. The food is tasty and the portions are generous. I wish there were a few more choices on the menu. My wife and I plan on going back.“
“Wow, The place is clean and tidy, the menu is big but not overwhelming. Drink specials every day of the week. The service is amazing, warm greeting and welcoming vibe . Now the nitty gritty, condiments and sauces are refrigerated which is a green flag. It shows they keep the bottles clean and organized. The food is amazing, you should add this to your weekly lunch spot. It is a must try!“
“Just tried this truck for the first time, the pollo and pastor tacos, and I'm pretty sure I'm going to be craving these for months! The tortillas were ridiculously fresh and the meat cooked to perfection. Topped with cilantro and onion, they were even better than I hoped they'd be! Can't wait to go back and try some of the other options!“
“Now this spot looks bigger than it does If you're looking at it from the outside so just keep that in mind. They have a full bar in the back, the bar is predominantly tequila so just keep that in mind as well! I got a bunch of stuff, and everything I had was pretty good! You have to go and order your food and then wait till it gets ready and they'll call you up. They have a buzzer situation so just be aware that you probably should not go too far if you're waiting for food. Birria tacos - They were really good and they came with everything you needed to make it great. You could go up to the little bar that had cilantro and onions and all sorts of sauces to help doctor it up if you needed it to be doctored up. But these had a really good flavor and were super juicy even before you dipped them. Chips and queso - The chips were okay, they were chips lol. But the queso what's good. Nothing to complain about. The queso was pretty good. Chicken and Steak taco - So just because, I got a couple of tacos as well. The tacos are actually pretty decent honestly. The steak was a little bit more chewy and I would have liked it to be, but it still had a good flavor to it. The chicken was good as well. The chicken needed a little bit of sauce to it which was why the sauce ball is really useful! You got a lot of food and you get bang for your buck here So I could definitely see myself coming back.“
“We went here for dinner on a Monday night and it was quite busy! There was a wait time of around 15 minutes. Once we were seated, our order was taken quickly, and our food came out even quicker! I ordered the Fire-Roasted Chile Relleno and it was delicious. The portion size was perfect. My only complaint is that there are not many vegan dishes. There are plenty of vegetarian eats though. Overall, would definitely come here again!“
“My go to Food truck! And the Carne Asada Plate is amazing! It comes with Carne Asada, piece of sausage, rice, pico de gallo, slice of avocado, and a pack of fresh tortillas!Always good quality food! Owner and Employees are the friendliest people you could ever meet. I've been going to them for about 2 years or so. I use to go for my lunch breaks but cannot do so anymore because my office moved, I now stop by for dinner sometimes or go pick up food on the weekends, that alone should tell you that the food is worth the drive to try out!Don't forget the Horchata and fresh Lemonade!Parking: It shares a parking lot with a Motel, usually a good decent amount of parking spots“
“Great Mexican food. Self service. Parking available.We had soft chicken tacos, quesadillas and a burrito. The burrito is more appropriate to our taste bud as an Asian. The rest was okay, not great. We tried their flan which was a bit disappointing. However, they are a very busy place. A lot of Mexican people eat there. Worth giving a shot.“
“Took my daughter on a daddy daughter date. The service was good and the servers were very friendly. My daughter says the beans are next level good.Parking: Was very easy to find a spot great locationKid-friendliness: Servers were very kind and inclusive to my daughter. She placed her own order.“
“This truck is the best bang for your buck compared to other Birria vendors. Consommé not included but the tacos are juicy enough without them. Quesadillas + Sour Cream were also an amazing choice for those looking to try something different.Will keep coming here for as long as they’re here “
“I visited here while traveling for work and I ordered the Carne Asada - it was delicious and the portion size was fantastic! I loved the food and couldn't even finish it was so much and so great for the price. I will be coming back again and again because not only was the food outstanding, but also the customer service I received here was the best I've had at any restaurant. I called the restaurant because I forgot to get my receipt and I needed it for my expense report and the staff were so kind to me, they remembered me and sent me a picture of the receipt. It was so kind of them and I wanted to say MUCHISIMAS GRACIAS ? I really appreciate it“
“Authentic Mexican food, MUY RICOI loved the Carne Asada tacos. The steak was soft, the flavor was authentic, they're pretty big tacos with plenty of carne.They have tamales and tortas, usually I don't find these at a food truck, but I could be mistaken I don't go to food trucks often.Green tamales were Deliciosos!(casi perfectos) a hint of heat, mildly spicy, juicy, if you've never had tamales you should try these.Red tamales are apparently very spicy.I didn't see any drinks, but the truck is parked at the gas station so it wasn't an issue for us. It's parked right on Capital Blvd, you can't miss it.Parking: Gas station parking lot.“
“One of the few places that serve chilaquiles in the area. Choice of sauces with it too! Great service with really good variety of dishes. Tamales on Sundays. Will definitely be back to try the fried fish options. Nothing fancy with the decor but you’ll enjoy the food!“
“We hired El Rey del Taco for our wedding rehearsal dinner and they were amazing!! The tacos were delicious and all our guests loved them! We had them come to our venue and it made the rehearsal dinner run smoothly so we could all stay in one place. Jorge and Maria were easy to work with and the staff was all very friendly! We highly recommend them!!“
“I snuck away with my niece in law and her boyfriend to get away from thanksgiving food on Black Friday lol. We came just in time for the lunch special (Good prices too!) we were the second party there and quickly seated and served. I order a horchata and my niece got a margarita flight. Both were very good and sweet! My meal was also great the chicken had onions, cheese and garlic on top. The garlic to me might have been too much but still tasty.“
“Stopped in today for a quick lunch and wound up lingering longer because the food was so delicious. Authentic, very fragrant, very generous portions. Carne Asada highly recommended. Two-enchilada lunch was a great combo of flavors. Friendly, efficient service. We'll definitely be back very soon!“
“Absolutely delicious food! Best chicharron tacos I’ve ever had. Even the chicken is amazing; never bland or dry, always juicy and full of flavor. Their aguas are wonderful too. Definitely recommend a visit; there’s a lot of great taco trucks out there but Tacos Abarca is my favorite by far!“
“Went with some friends. Everyone enjoyed their food. Beans and rice were pretty meh but everything else was great. Have never seen tacos like that before. The shell was so hard (looked to be a folded and fried tortilla) it broke off my permanent retainer.Would definitely recommend for good food on the cheaper side.“
“Pretty nice place . Been wanting to try Birria Ramen forever . It was very good but was expecting a little for flavor from the meat . Good portion size also . Also tried a single Birria taco as well , also pretty good . Glad to have found a place like this will “
“The food here is very good and there is plenty of options. Decor is ok not too old, clan facilities.The service is very good just at the point where they take your order and then you never again see your server. Different people bring out your food or bring your bill to your table. Not sure why but I've been there a handful of times and the servers disappear. So good luck getting anything after you place your order.“
“Unique place, don’t expect authenticity, good food (Picture is after I messed with the burrito and took a bite of the plantain). Got to taste Mexican flag, shrimp tacos, veggie burrito, platanos and coconut flan. All main dishes were tasty but would not recommend the coconut flan. Also the salsa for the appetizer is really good.Vegetarian options: Not many items on menu as vegetarian dishes. I just had to ask to hold the meat, food still tasted very good.“
“We meet friends downtown and checked this place out based on a social media post. Wife & friend ordered chips & guacamole. The guac comes in three styles which they really enjoyed. Everyone's entree were delicious. All of our food & drinks didn't disappoint. The staff is energetic, which definitely added to the experience. The place is narrow but does have outdoor tables. Just mentioning it so plan accordingly.Parking: It has a paid parking garage next door. There is a free city garage after hours/weekend across the street.“
“I live in Apex, but I'll head to Garner on a regular basis now that I've found Cocula. I love authentic Mexican food, and this restaurant is the place to find it.I ordered the Enchiladas Supreme off the dinner menu. A wonderful selection of four enchiladas—cheese, ground beef, chicken, and bean—were beautifully displayed on the hot plate when it arrived. The enchiladas were topped with a delicious red sauce, sour cream, and shredded cabbage. The texture of the enchiladas was so smooth that each bite melted in my mouth.The wait staff is fantastic! The service was great, with the waiter checking on me regularly before, during, and after eating. When I clumsily dropped a glass and it shattered into many tiny pieces, the wait staff immediately reassured me that it was OK as they quickly swept up the mess I had made. My embarrassment quickly turned to gratitude.This is a friendly, welcoming place, with comfortable booths and a nice atmosphere. The food and the wait staff make it a treasured find. I can't wait to go back.“
“We went with family for Easter, and it was pretty good. I personally don't eat seafood, but everyone else thought it was really good and the portions were huge. I got the enchiladas, and they were really good. It came with a side of rice and lettuce, pico de gallo mix. My husband got the flautas and they're were really good as well. They didn't come with any other sides, tho. We also got a margarita flight, which was amazing. It came with 4 different types and fruit slices, too.“
“This place is really great. We normally do takeout - the sandwiches (torta), quesadilla plate, and tostada's are wonderful. Portion size/value is great and I always receive kind service. Salsas that come with your meal taste so fresh. We have not had a bad experience with Chilango :)Vegetarian options: Menu specifically shares which items have no meat for convenience.“
“I absolutely LOVE this place. My husband and I frequent it at least once a week. Amazing drinks, better food and even better service. The vibes are always good too, I love how happy the staff always seem and I love that they always play music.“
“Don't be fooled by the atmosphere. If you're looking for authentic Northern Mexico flavor, they have it. Best carnitas tacos I've had anywhere on the East side of this country (USA). Also, the red salsa is not to be toyed with. Extreme heat with awesome flavor, verde is mild and these tacos will come with both without asking for them.“
“Just ordered lunch today for the first time for the family. I got the #5, wife ordered #2 fajita and we got a chicken quesadilla for the kid. Everything was amazing! Very large portions and enough for a couple meals each. Will be frequenting this place more often.“
“The wait here was kind of long. I had about 5 people ahead of me. The regular tacos were okay. It wasn't something that I hated or loved. Now, the taco birria was straight up fire.Since I started writing this review ( a month and a half ago), I have been here 4 times. The 3rd time the tacos were kind of slightly off.Taco shells didn't taste too fresh?!But didn't stop me from coming back again ! The last time was back to the normal yummy goodness.“
“This is my second time here and what an amazing experience! The food and the service was absolutely great! From the Enchiladas Supremas to the San Marcos Specials to the addicting Mala Fama flaming drink that I must get on every visit!!! Staff and management will remember you and treat you like family. Beautiful atmosphere, music, and food a must visit!!“
“My wife and I have been coming here for a while, usually most Sundays after church. The food here is amazing, the atmosphere is very friendly with fast service, and we are always treated very well by the friendly people who work here. I tried the fish tacos for the first time ever today, and they were excellent. The burritos which I have eaten before are stellar as well, and the refried beans are very good. The salsa and cheese dip that is available with the complimentary nachos are very good, and not too spicy at all and the rice, tamales and enchiladas are very good too. I am thankful for such a delicious meal after church, and can't wait for more ahead.“
“I got the Ranchero Special, a regular menu item consisting of a grilled chicken breast, ribeye steak and chicken enchilada. The chicken was fine, but the steak was tough and not to my liking. To be fair, I didn't complain or send it back, because I was dining with family and friends, and I just didn't want to be "that guy." I would certainly try them again, but I would probably avoid any steak entrée. Very nice service and atmosphere.“
“Salsa Fresh serves some of the best Mexican food money can buy, regardless of price. The flavours jump, dance and sing off the plate into your mouth. And the value is off the charts! Burrito, taco and quesadilla meals (which include tortilla chips and a visit to the salsa bar) are about $8. The portion sizes are excellent. If your bank account is a bit low, ask for a cup of water and save some cash.Good selection of vegetarian dishes, and plenty of meat based dishes.However, be aware this is a very casual restaurant - order at the counter and they bring your food to your table. The staff are very nice and helpful.If I could eat here everyday I would :-)“
“I've gone by this place 100 times and never stopped until now. I'm glad I did. This is the best Mexican restaurant I've been to in this area. The salsa that they give you with your chips is the best I've ever had. Portions were big and the food was hot. Service was great.“
“Would love to give them 5 stars but, after paying $8 for so little rice I was disappointed. I only wanted rice and beans to go with some food i already had at home. Once I got home I opened the container and was a little disappointed with the amount of rice and beans provided. Granted that’s all I ordered but they could of added more rice to the platter“
“The best tatting pupusas I have ever tried even better than las Maria’s! Ot thing is the Curtido is not the best. It’s very dry and every time I go it’s stale. But I can put that aside for the pupusas because they are genuinely so good! The flavor us there and they actually out food inside the pupusa!“
“I have always wanted to try this spot but never had the time. You know a spot is good when you find people from that same ethnicity or region patronizing the place. I went around lunch time and it was packed. I ordered the Tacos went to the car, eat it all and came back and ordered some more! Unfortunately, I have no pictures of the tacos but I do have of the fried tilapia and I can tell you it was hot, fresh and delicious!“
“There are two similar food trucks located at this location (Valero gas station on Glenwood avenue) this is one of them, I ordered a steak burrito that day. I also ordered a steak burrito from the second truck to compare the two. That's a separate review. As for the Taco Place the burrito was tasty, cheesy and the steak was good with minor chewy pieces otherwise overall a satisfying and tasty experience. Right balance of rice, beans and cheese. Can't beat the price at $7, it was six dollars just last week! There are some picnic benches for you to sit and eat otherwise you're at a gas station so atmosphere is pretty ho-hum. I would definitely recommend this place and try their full array of food options, see photos for details.“
“Right when you walk inside this place makes an impression! It looks like Arizona dering Día de los Muertos, it feels like a dead man's party. The regular salsa is refreshing and I can never stop dipping in it. The food is so good, like the arroz con pollo, which is just like half a seasoned chicken instead of dry white meat. The enchiladas de puebla are also great. My favorite by far is the carnitas, you can't find anything like it on this side of the country. The pork is braised in beer and is just magical. And yes there is a train, and yes everyone loves it. The wait can be very very long on the weekends, but the staff are always very friendly so I never mind too much. It's not too expensive so I think it's honestly the best restaurant in Raleigh for families! They also help promote small business sometimes, like they used to sell really good chocolate for this Columbine guy. Anyway, this place is good and you must go or ELSE! Last thing, I think the restaurant has changed hands because it has gotten way better in the last couple years.Parking: The parking is actually pretty iffy. It gets packed to the point of no spots, but you can just go park in the shopping center.Kid-friendliness: There is a bar but it's mostly split from the tables. Side note, the tortillas are really good ?“