Tucked just outside Brevard, Los Vaqueros absolutely lives up to the local hype. I kept hearing…read moreabout it from people around town and made sure to stop in before heading out--and I'm glad I did. From the moment you sit down, everything hits. The chips and salsa are fresh and addictive, and the quality carries all the way through the meal. I went with the carne asada, and it was cooked perfectly--tender, flavorful, and easily one of the better plates I've had. On top of that, the portion was huge, so you definitely get your money's worth. The atmosphere stood out too. The decor has a really polished, comfortable feel--not over the top, just done right. If you're anywhere near Brevard, this is a must-stop. It more than delivered on the buzz.

Best fajitas I have ever had and the quacamole was also very tasty! Liked the laid back atmosphere…read moreas well. Great food after a bit of hiking.

Amazing experience!! We stopped in after hiking and were sat immediately in the corner booth. Our…read morewaitress was Michel and she was awesome!! We ordered our food and it came out in good timing. The cheese dip is TO DIE FOR!! we got a container to go. The bathroom was clean but small- not handicap accessible.

Love when a place starts off with warm chips and the salsa was good. We got here about 4:30pm on a…read moreWednesday and it quickly filled up. Started off with some chicken flautas which were good and I was happy they used shredded chicken. We both got a specialty margarita as well - 1 pineapple cucumber which had chunks of real pineapple and one gummy bear which was more of a novelty but still had good taste. For mains I got the carne asada, which I regretted as the meat was more like roast beef slices than what I'm used to. The bf loved his dish though and our server was nice and attentive so all-in-all that out weighed my dislike for my meat.

Cute spot in downtown Brevard, with different items on the menu that your run of the mill Mexican…read morerestaurants. Service was on point. I enjoyed the spicy margs. Shrimp and Fish tacos could have used a better sauce.

Quixote is definitely our favorite restaurant in Brevard. Always wonderful service and amazing food…read more- we have never had a bad meal here. Good flavors and creative authentic recipes are what keep us coming back time and time again. Favorites include anything with the amazing mole sauce as well as the carnitas. Servers are polite, helpful and prompt with service. It is our go to place to take guests and absolutely the best place for an authentic and tasty Mexican meal.

Absolutely amazing food here! We just moved here from Arizona and I personally grew up in Southern…read moreCalifornia so am used to really good Mexican food and have been very disappointed since moving here until we found this place. Tacos are so good, rice too and can't wait to try their other items soon. Staff is very friendly as well. We drive 45 minutes just to come here because it's so good, highly recommend!

Great place to grab a bite after a day of mountain biking in Pisgah National Forest. Delicious…read moretacos and sopes made with quality ingredients. There's a grocery store next door that had an array of fresh produce and Latin American snacks.

Good food and service. Interesting menu with some items you don't find at the average restaurant…read more I stuck with the familiar burrito type of dish with green or red sauce. The other people in my group ordered quesadillas. We were happy with our meals. We were traveling from Gatlinburg to Atlanta and passed through Clayton.

I tried Manrique's after another day hike in the mountains. The salsa had a hint of cilantro and…read morewas fantastic. I ordered the three enchilada dinner- cheese, chorizo, and carnitas. All were excellent and flavorful. The enchiladas had lettuce and avocado slices on top adding to the flavors. Refried beans and rice were standard. Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommended.

Place was packed with people when we came in, something I wasn't expecting for the off season. Food…read morewas fresh and delicious. It took a little time, but well worth the wait. Since there are a lot of people, it's loud, but you can still easily hear the people at your own table. Really great food and we will definitely be back.

I've seen this restaurant in the Ingles shopping center for so many years and have eaten at 3 other…read morearea Mexican restaurants but not here. I figured it's been here for so long, it's got to be fairly good because it's still here. We walked in for lunch and it was probably 80% Mexican customers, so wouldn't that be a prime indication of good Mexican fare? Chips and salsa was served promptly and they were warm but the salsa was mild. They had a good Lunch menu, average lunch $8.95. We ordered a beef Chili Relleno and Beef Enchilada with rice, and a Burrito with rice. For such a large Mexican clientele, I would have thought the food would have been spicy, but far from it. I would consider it very bland. The ground beef was super fine, like a meat sauce, and I prefer chunky. The meals were priced very affordable, but it needs kicking up a lot.

Over all 10/10 My…read morefamily was a bit hesitant walking in because we heard a disgruntled customer on her way out complaining out loud about the food, buuuuut thankfully we ignored her negativity because wow! The two salsas were delicious, my favorite was the spicier one. Chips were also very good on their own! Family of eleven people and everyone enjoyed their meals. I had the chicken burrito California and loved it. The rice and beans inside cooked perfectly, and the chicken was seasoned and cooked good. I'm usually very picky with the sauce they pour over burritos but the melted cheese was PERFECTION I'm so upset that I got too full to finish lol Beautiful quaint view of a small pond behind the restaurant and the ambience inside is really nice. It was comforting walking in and being greeted by staff with Mexican music playing in the background and seeing authentic Mexican drinks in a fridge up front. Also nice and clean bathrooms :)

I had the beef taco basket and my wife had chicken fajitas. Both were good…read more I also added a margarita, very good.

I am so glad i accidentally stumbled upon this place on my way to gatlinburg! The margarita i had…read morewas so delicious and strong! The carne asada tacos with the fresh made tortilla were some of the BEST tacos I've in so long! Whenever I'm up here again you best believe i will be swinging by here again !

This place is INCREDIBLE! The service was great, the food was amazing, the restaurant was clean. My…read morehusband said the tacos he ordered were the best tacos he's ever had in his whole life!! I'm so glad too because we were in town celebrating his birthday. I really enjoyed my tacos too and they had the best bean dip. We saw other tables with margaritas and they looked good too. We are only in town for 4 days and we are planning to go eat there again tonight! Highly recommend!

Excellent service from Becka at the bar and delicious, authentic food. Pleasant ambiance.read more

Chile Loco is a must stop for me in the Highlands-Cashiers area. It's a local family owned…read moreauthentic Mexican restaurant located in the heart of Cashiers. The restaurant features booth, table, and bar seating. We opted for the bar, which has 6-8 seats (I think some are added as needed). My go to drink is their house sangria. Delicious, fruity, and made to order! The margaritas are incredibly popular and have heard rave reviews from some trusted margaritas aficionados. The thing you must try. And when I tell you must try, please factor in I have thought about this everyday since our last visit 4 months ago. (Not local to NC). TORTILLA SOUP. It is perfection. Simple. The broth is warm and spicy, but not hot spicy. The tortillas are fresh and crispy. How are they crispy in a soup?! Not sure but it's amazing. And topped with some fresh avocado. A nice creamy addition. While I have had (and love) the tamales. Our go to is the carne asada tacos. We like the Mexican style, just tortillas with the meat of your choice topped with onions and cilantro. They are served with a hot sauce and salsa verde. Hit with a fresh squeeze of lime, they're perfect! All in all, a wonderful authentic Mexican restaurant nestled in the mountains. Would definitely add to your list to try!

food was absolutely disgusting in my opinion. Nachos tasted old and stale and after a bite of a…read moredish thought I'd get food poisoning. I say try at your own risk , ate at multiple places and food trucks. I have never left a negative review. If it was optional I would not leave 1 star.

We stopped by whistle hop for a couple of beers and we were excited to see a new food truck…read more Unfortunately it was a little underwhelming. The Carne Asada Quesadillas needed seasoning desperately and the nachos were a miss. For the price paid, I expected more than store-bought chips and nacho cheese from a #10 can. The pork on the nachos was good, though scarce. Maybe it was an off day; I'd give them a second chance.