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🌮 Mexican

Authentic Mexican Restaurants in Raleigh

Discover Mexican in Raleigh—fresh tacos, vibrant salsas, grilled meats, and traditional dishes served with handmade tortillas and bold flavors.

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Taco Stands & Taquerias

Handmade tortillas filled with grilled meats, fresh salsas, and classic toppings.
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Tacos Las Tarascas

Tacos Las Tarascas

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Authentic Mexican eatery offering huaraches, gorditas, and tortas with fresh ingredients in a casual setting.
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Paty’s Tacos

Paty’s Tacos

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🌳 East Raleigh
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Mexican eatery serving standout tacos and burritos with quick service in a casual gas station spot in Raleigh.
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K38 Baja Grill

K38 Baja Grill

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K38 Baja Grill blends coastal Mexican flavors with a lively atmosphere, featuring standout dishes like fajitas and fresh margaritas in Raleigh’s Downtown.
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Los Tacos De Garcia

Los Tacos De Garcia

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Authentic Mexican food truck in Raleigh offering fresh corn tortillas, bold tacos, and fast service with outdoor seating in Northeast Raleigh.
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Fritos Burgers & Tacos

Fritos Burgers & Tacos

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🎓 Wade & Hillsborough
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Fritos Burgers & Tacos serves authentic tacos and classic burgers with a casual, trendy atmosphere and quick service in Raleigh.
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Lobos Tacos Y Pupusas

Lobos Tacos Y Pupusas

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🌲 Northwest Raleigh
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Women-owned Mexican eatery in Northwest Raleigh serves up authentic tacos, pupusas, and burritos with fast service and fresh tortillas.
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Tacos and Burger shop food truck

Tacos and Burger shop food truck

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🌳 East Raleigh
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Latino-owned taco and burger food truck in Raleigh serving top-notch quesabirrias, carne asada, and fresh lemonade with fast, friendly service.
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Taqueria La Sabrosita # 1

Taqueria La Sabrosita # 1

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Authentic Mexican eatery serving generous, flavorful tacos and burritos with fresh ingredients and quick service in Raleigh’s Northwest neighborhood.
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Lobera Tacos & Tequila

Lobera Tacos & Tequila

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Lobera Tacos & Tequila serves authentic Mexican fare with standout birria and cocktails, delivering fresh flavors near NC State University.
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13 Tacos and Taps

13 Tacos and Taps

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Latino- and women-owned Mexican eatery serving innovative tacos, local cocktails, and small plates in a trendy North Raleigh setting.
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Regional Mexican Flavors

Dishes from across Mexico—mole, cochinita, and rich, slow-cooked specialties.

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Gringo A Go Go

Gringo A Go Go

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Castillo Mexican Restaurant

Castillo Mexican Restaurant

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El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

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Tacos Abarca

Tacos Abarca

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La Buena Vida - Raleigh

La Buena Vida - Raleigh

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Lobos Tacos Y Pupusas

Lobos Tacos Y Pupusas

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El Dorado Mexican Restaurant

El Dorado Mexican Restaurant

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Chubby's Tacos Raleigh

Chubby's Tacos Raleigh

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🏬 Crabtree & Glenwood

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Street Food Classics

Elotes, quesadillas, and crunchy tostadas with bright, tangy sauces.

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bartaco

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Torero's Mexican Restaurant

Torero's Mexican Restaurant

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Torchy's Tacos

Torchy's Tacos

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Taqueria coco loco taco loco

Taqueria coco loco taco loco

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Taqueria Salsabanero

Taqueria Salsabanero

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Taqueria La Sabrosita # 1

Taqueria La Sabrosita # 1

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🌲 Northwest Raleigh

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Tacos and Burger shop food truck

Tacos and Burger shop food truck

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🌳 East Raleigh

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Tacos Mi Tierra Caliente

Tacos Mi Tierra Caliente

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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bartaco

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Torero's Mexican Restaurant

Torero's Mexican Restaurant

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Torchy's Tacos

Torchy's Tacos

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Taqueria coco loco taco loco

Taqueria coco loco taco loco

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Taqueria Salsabanero

Taqueria Salsabanero

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Taqueria La Sabrosita # 1

Taqueria La Sabrosita # 1

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🌲 Northwest Raleigh
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Bronco Tacos

Bronco Tacos

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🏬 Crabtree & Glenwood

🏬 Crabtree & Glenwood

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Fresh, expertly crafted tacos and Mexican dishes with standout mole sauce and friendly service in a welcoming Raleigh spot.
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San Jose Tacos & Tequila

San Jose Tacos & Tequila

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🌲 Northwest Raleigh

🌲 Northwest Raleigh

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Familiar Mexican cuisine served with a roomy and stylish interior, known for great cocktails and local specialties.
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Little Rey

Little Rey

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🌳 East Raleigh

🌳 East Raleigh

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Trendy Raleigh Mexican restaurant with fresh Tex Mex flavors, friendly service, and a popular salsa bar.
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Torero's Mexican Restaurant

Torero's Mexican Restaurant

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Chain restaurant serving a varied menu of classic Mexican dishes & margaritas in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.
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Taqueria Salsabanero

Taqueria Salsabanero

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Raleigh's Taqueria Salsabanero serves authentic Mexican favorites like birria tacos with quick service and outdoor seating.
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La Cabana Taquería

La Cabana Taquería

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Authentic Mexican flavors in Raleigh’s Northeast inside a gas station, offering fresh tacos, pozole, and quick bites with fast service.
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El Dorado Mexican Restaurant

El Dorado Mexican Restaurant

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🌲 Northwest Raleigh

🌲 Northwest Raleigh

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Family-run Mexican spot known for classic dishes, quick service, and a relaxed setting in Northwest Raleigh.
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Gym Tacos

Gym Tacos

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🖐️ Five Points

🖐️ Five Points

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Vibrant taco spot in Raleigh offering expertly crafted tacos, burritos, and quesadillas with a trendy, casual setting near a BP gas station.
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Gonza Tacos Y Tequila

Gonza Tacos Y Tequila

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🏡 North Raleigh

🏡 North Raleigh

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Mexican-Colombian plates are served in a relaxed setting with eclectic decor.
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El Taco Market

El Taco Market

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🌳 East Raleigh

🌳 East Raleigh

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Latino-owned Mexican restaurant in Raleigh offering fast service with specialties like burritos and tacos, featuring a casual, family-friendly setting.
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El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant

El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant

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🌳 East Raleigh

🌳 East Raleigh

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Casual joint offering familiar Mexican dishes such as fajitas & chimichangas in a colorful setting.
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Los Tacos De Garcia

Los Tacos De Garcia

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Authentic Mexican food truck in Raleigh offering fresh corn tortillas, bold tacos, and fast service with outdoor seating in Northeast Raleigh.
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Salt & Lime Cabo Grill

Salt & Lime Cabo Grill

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🏢 Six Forks & Midtown

🏢 Six Forks & Midtown

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Warm, contemporary Mexican spot specializing in Baja-style dishes and cocktails, offering great service and a lively atmosphere.
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Taco Bamba Raleigh

Taco Bamba Raleigh

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🎓 Wade & Hillsborough

🎓 Wade & Hillsborough

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Latino-owned taco restaurant in Raleigh offering bold tacos, fast service, great cocktails, and casual trendy indoor/outdoor dining.
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Lola's Beach Bar

Lola's Beach Bar

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🖐️ Five Points

🖐️ Five Points

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Baja-style bar with strong cocktails and live performances, serving fresh Mexican food in a trendy, beach-style setting with fast service.
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Castillo Mexican Restaurant

Castillo Mexican Restaurant

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🚶 Southeast Raleigh

🚶 Southeast Raleigh

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Vibrant Raleigh Mexican restaurant with authentic dishes, generous portions, fresh tortillas, and a lively bar featuring cocktails and beer.
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13 Tacos and Taps

13 Tacos and Taps

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🏡 North Raleigh

🏡 North Raleigh

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Latino- and women-owned Mexican eatery serving innovative tacos, local cocktails, and small plates in a trendy North Raleigh setting.
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La Terraza Mexican Restaurant

La Terraza Mexican Restaurant

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🎨 West Raleigh

🎨 West Raleigh

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Casual spot serving familiar Mexican dishes, featuring a full bar with margaritas and a lively atmosphere.
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Gringo A Go Go

Gringo A Go Go

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🌃 Downtown

🌃 Downtown

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Low-key Mexican cantina serving classic and vegan fare in a funky setting with a patio for relaxed dining.
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Coco Bongo Mexican Express & Cantina

Coco Bongo Mexican Express & Cantina

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🎓 Wade & Hillsborough

🎓 Wade & Hillsborough

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Mexican and Tex-Mex comfort foods with flavored margaritas served in a lively spot featuring cultural art and multiple TVs.
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Chilango

Chilango

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Vibrant Mexican gateway in Raleigh offering fresh tacos, a salsa bar, and local favorites in a lively, family-friendly setting.
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Fritos Burgers & Tacos

Fritos Burgers & Tacos

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🎓 Wade & Hillsborough

🎓 Wade & Hillsborough

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Fritos Burgers & Tacos serves authentic tacos and classic burgers with a casual, trendy atmosphere and quick service in Raleigh.
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San Jose Mexican Restaurant

San Jose Mexican Restaurant

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Modern Mexican eatery with bar, outdoor seating, and catering serving flavorful specialties in Northeast Raleigh.
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Barbacoa Doña Tere

Barbacoa Doña Tere

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Authentic Mexican barbacoa with fast service, offering casual dining in Northeast Raleigh with takeout and dine-in options.
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Luna Azul Tacos & Mariscos

Luna Azul Tacos & Mariscos

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🚗 Northeast Raleigh

🚗 Northeast Raleigh

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Vibrant Central American spot in Raleigh serving quality tacos, fresh seafood, and quick service in a casual setting.
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Salt & Lime Cabo Grill (Grove Barton)

Salt & Lime Cabo Grill (Grove Barton)

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🌲 Northwest Raleigh

🌲 Northwest Raleigh

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Mexican grill with fast service, robust cocktails, and a spacious spot near Raleigh offering lively happy hours and a diverse menu.
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Paty’s Tacos

Paty’s Tacos

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🌳 East Raleigh

🌳 East Raleigh

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Mexican eatery serving standout tacos and burritos with quick service in a casual gas station spot in Raleigh.
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Los Cuates So-Cal Mexican Restaurant

Los Cuates So-Cal Mexican Restaurant

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🏢 Six Forks & Midtown

🏢 Six Forks & Midtown

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Relaxed eatery serving authentic Southern California-style Mexican staples like tacos and burritos in North Hills Raleigh.
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El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

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🖐️ Five Points

🖐️ Five Points

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Local chain serving Mexican staples, margaritas, and beer in a casual Raleigh setting.
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