Carnitas Don Raúl is a must-visit if you're craving authentic Mexican food! The carnitas are incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. You can tell they're made the traditional way, and every bite was delicious. We enjoyed the tacos with freshly made tortillas and all the classic toppings, and everything tasted fresh and authentic. The portions were generous, the salsas were excellent, and the service was friendly and welcoming. A special thank you for the wonderful hospitality. If you're looking for authentic Michoacán-style carnitas, Carnitas Don Raúl is definitely worth the visit. We'll be back the next time we're in town! read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

If you're a carnitas fan, do yourself a favor and check out Carnitas Don Raul. They specialize in carnitas, and honestly, these were some of the best I've ever had. The food was phenomenal from start to finish. It was awesome to be able to choose your cut of the beef. The atmosphere was exactly what I was looking for too--laid back, authentic, and a great place to sit down and enjoy a meal. Servers are friendly, helpful/knowledgeable and quick! Between the incredible food and the unique ambiance, this was easily one of my favorite stops in San Antonio. Highly recommend. read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This place is incredible. You can order your preferred cut of pork for whatever you want, and the salsa bar is stocked with great essentials. Food came out quick and hot, and I'm basking in the afterglow of eating some of the best tacos I've ever had in my entire life. read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Updating the review as Carnitas Don Raul is now no longer just a food truck but have a brick and mortar store. The food is still exceptional as always and a true treat! The carnitas are just special and have such wonderful flavors. The service is still super helpful and friendly and welcoming. The bar area is great to grab a salted topo chico or a cerveza. This is a must eat at restaurant in San Antonio! read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I kept hearing the hype around Bendita's Agua Frescas, so I had to try them for myself. They were out of the watermelon flavor, but I tried the Horchata and Papaya Lime instead. Both were decent and especially refreshing in the warm weather. read more

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If you are looking for a carnitas (pork) restaurant, this is it! My husband isn't usually a pork eater, so for him to say the flavor was good and that he'd come back says a lot. I ordered the torta de carnitas with avocado and cheese all I can say is 'yummm.' The portions are very generous; I only ate half and was completely full. My husband got the gringa, which was also a great portion size. The restaurant is very clean and the service is quick, even when they're busy. However, the one major downside is that they do not have a changing table in the restroom. I had to go out to the car to change my baby, which was a huge inconvenience. Great food, but not the most convenient for families with infants. read more

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Improve the quality of food. Ask before you burn the chz. Serve more beans and avocado on quesadilla. Season the pork. Definitely taste the Horchata because it is grainy and bland. . I threw my food and drink away because quality of food and drink was horrible. Carnitas pork belly is. Traditionally crispy. At least tell people the pork belly is soft. read more

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At the end of 2023 my favorite place for carnitas, Carnitas Lonja, closed down for good leaving me without a place to go for carnitas. But I've read reviews about Carnitas Don Raul and have been planning to come here and finally made it. It was Sunday and the place was packed and finding a parking spot was a small pain but I managed to find one. A huge line was forming and I looked at the prices on the menu ahead. Carnitas tacos are $8 a piece. I also wanted an agua fresca. But by the time I got to the lady at the counter I ordered a half pound of lean carnitas that came with 5 corn tortillas and a strawberry horchata and it was far cheaper. They don't have pico de gallo, just onions and cilantro and 2 different salsas available at the other side of the restaurant. I enjoyed the horchata and minutes later my order was ready and the carnitas were made how I liked them but I saw a tiny bit of fat. The corn tortillas were big enough and strong enough to hold an adequate amount of filling and salsa without breaking so a 2nd tortilla was not necessary at all. This is my new favorite place to go to for Michoacan style carnitas. read more

First time visiting Carnitas Don Raul & I was truly impressive. All of the food was fresh and delicious. The carnitas were cooked to perfection and full of flavor, the tacos were generously portioned. The quesadilla was my absolute favorite, and the aguas frescas were so refreshing. Also, don't forget to start with their chips and guacamole. This restaurant is highly recommended, & conveniently located near the Pearl. If you haven't had a chance to try it yet, it's definitely worth a visit. Great prices & Generous portions. Staff was friendly and the restaurant looked extremely clean. read more

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We ordered a half pound of asada and guacamole and chips. Everything was fresh and good. The salsa bar was a nice surprise. We didn't get enough chips and asked for more and they were a bit reluctant, but gave us some. My husband enjoyed the the cafe con leche. The restaurant was a bit warm, even with fans on. read more

This was my first visit to Carnitas Don Raul and I was so impressed. Let's start with the food. Everything is so delicious. The meat is so tender, and the portions are very generous. They are well staffed and the employees keep the line moving and the food and drinks flowing. When I was there, it was pretty busy, but they were turning tables around well in order to service everybody the drinks are so good. They have all kinds of tequila to choose from as well. This business that opened a brick and mortar after having a food truck is a must try. read more

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Carnitas Lovers, Rejoice! This is a dream come true for pork enthusiasts. Choose your favorite cut of pork, and it comes with 10 warm corn tortillas and full access to the salsa bar. Feeling thirsty? Wash it down with your choice of aguas frescas, bottled sodas, or an adult beverage! This place gets busy and the service is fast! read more

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Super impressed the quality, flavor, food was amazing and they have easy parking. Also the pink Horchata was so good. The cafe de olla could be a bit stronger. I was also very impressed with their red salsa, I felt like I was eating at my family's house. Muchas gracias estaba todo riquísimo hasta la próxima read more

We love Carnitas Don Raul! This is our first time coming to the brick and mortar, and we were not let down at all! I highly recommend everyone try Carnitas Don Raul if you love real authentic Carnitas! Customer service is excellent and they are always willing to explain the menu! The beans and chips were perfect! The guacamole is fresh and beautifully made! The tables were clean, and there was plenty of seating inside! We will definitely be back. read more

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They have delicious carnitas in every cut of the pig you can imagine. I opted for the pork belly and the ribs area. I was so full after my taco and quesadilla I thought I was going to bust. The staff is friendly and will explain everything to you when you are at the counter. They also have yummy aqua frescas as well as other drinks. They used to have pepino (cucumber and limon) which i loved. This time they had Hibiscus which was surprisingly tasty. They have a salsa bar with pickled onions, cilantro, hot salsa and avocado based salsa. So good. There is plenty of room to sit and enjoy but come earlier so you can get your pick of the pork. I didn't get any pics this go around but the pork overflows what ever dish you order. read more

Lots of locals, food was tasty. The salsas or hot! Quick service. Diner atmosphere, prices were good'

5 Stars Carnitas Don Raul does NOT miss! The pork is insanely juicy and full of rich flavor. The quesadillas are nothing like what you'd expect--in the best way possible. The salsas? Absolutely bursting with flavor, adding the perfect kick. And don't even get me started on the tacos and the good ass torta--straight-up delicious! If you love authentic carnitas, this spot is a must-visit. And let's not forget about the Agua Fresca. THE BEST IN TOWN. read more

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Food was so good I forgot to take a picture! This is a very authentic Mexican restaurant. They also have a great happy hour! read more

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So bomb! I brought my mom to lunch and I'm so glad I did. We got 2 of the pepino drinks, very refreshing and we shared an order of the flautas and the quesadilla Moreliana it was all so amazing, the mixed meats in the quesadilla was out of this world! I loved their salsa bar, those onions and jalapeños were on point. I will definitely be returning. read more

Carnitas Don Raul - The perfect lunch with momma (flautas & Quesadilla Moreliana) - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Delicious. One taco is enough but you might want two anyway. I love a place that specializes in one thing and Don Raul does Carnitas the best. I also love that you can specify the cut here as I like it lean. Very clean, modern and simple space. Nice barra de salsas. No need to go anywhere else for my carnitas cravings. I'm a fan. read more

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New location means time for a new review! Yes, you heard that right! Carnitas Don Raul has a new location and you have to check it out. This amazing business recently made the move from a food truck to a brick and mortar, and I couldn't be happier for them. Carnitas Don Raul has been serving the most delicious carnitas in the city for the last 5 years. Their new location is just across from the San Antonio Museum of Art with plenty of parking around the area. They are still serving their delicious carnita classic, with some new additions like the gringas (quesadillas with cheese and carnitas). They now have a license to sell alcohol, and serve a wide range of beer, tequila and mezcal. In case you've never been here before I highly recommend you to watch their episode on Netflix's docu-series The Taco Chronicles, in which Carnitas Don Raul was highlighted. After watching it you will have a higher appreciation of their craft and what they are serving, My go-to order is always de taco a la moreliana using maciza. I also recommend their classic quesadilla with carnitas. I promise you've never had anything like that at any other restaurant before! If you haven't already, give this amazing business a chance and check them out. read more

If seen this place as a food truck and saw it on Taco Chronicles(Netflix) but never tried it. Finally made it to the brick n mortar and it did not disappoint. The service was excellent. The hostess made recommendations and helped us choose our food. We ordered a pound of pork our choice. It was amazing!!!! So tender and delicious. The tortillas were nice and hot and the salsas and condiments were so good. The staff was so nice and accommodating and the place was quaint and chill. 5 STARS read more

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If you're in the mood for some good Mexican food, specifically quesadillas, tacos, or tortas, this is the place. Specializing in pork, this place does it well. I got the quesidilla moreliana with a mix of pork cuts. It came with also quac, and onions, cilantro and salsa that you can add. Everything was delicious. A little bit messy and difficult to eat, but that's bound to happen with a dish like this. The only critique I have would be the pork being a bit salty for my liking. Otherwise everything was great. This place is an order at the counter and take a sit wherever you like type of place. There's a good amount of seating. Parking is a bit limited however. read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Quesadilla Moreliana - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Holy crap this place is insane. I am a huge carnitas lover and I have only been to one other place here in sa that has good carnitas, but this has got to be my new favorite. Plus, lucky for me this spot is just down the road from my apartment. If you're ever in the downtown/pearl area you have to check this spot out. I ordered the torta moreliana w carnitas and the crispy quesadilla moreliana w carnitas as well. One thing I liked about this place is that they asked me if I would prefer lean meat or not which I appreciated because I do prefer my carnitas on the leaner side. Mann, let me tell you both of those food items were incredible. There were so many different flavors that explode in your mouth when you take that first bite of the torta and the meat was seasoned perfectly, and had the perfect amount of flavor not too salty. I tried both salsas red and green and I but i almost always prefer green. Both salsas were good and had a nice kick but were not overly spicy. Service was great I was in and out fairly quickly. I just wish there was a bit more parking however it was not an issue I found a spot on the street. read more

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We follow this restaurant on Instagram and saw that they were offering flautas. We had eaten here before and loved all their carnitas. We thought that they closed at 8:00 but they close at 7:00. We got there at 6:40 and thought they were not going to let us in but they welcomed us in and let us order. We ordered the carnitas flautas and guacamole and totopos (chips). It's the best guacamole I've ever tasted and the chips were done perfectly. While we waited for our flautas the music was good and the ambiance was simple and clean. The flautas were so delicious, perfectly crispy and full of flavor. We were so impressed with the food and can't wait to go back and try other menu items. read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Pork flautas and guacamole. Perfection! - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Carnitas is all they do, but boy do they do it right! Tacos are $8, but are really two good sized tacos. They also have tortas, gordas (flour tortilla) and quesadillas. Tequila and mezcal are available. Their food trucks are plentiful, too. Follow on IG at https://www.instagram.com/carnitas.don.raul_usa?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== read more

I had the quesadilla moreliana and it was my first time having it and it was sooo good! I really enjoyed it with their red salsa. They only serve pork but I like pork so it wasn't a big deal. I purchased horchata and yum! Service was great and fast. The place was nice and clean! I will definitely go back! Highly recommend! read more

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First experience here. I went around 3pm and there weren't too many people inside. I ordered a cucumber lime agua Fresca which was so fresh and delicious. You can tell it's made in house with natural ingredients. Also got the quesadilla moreliana which is a crispy quesadilla with carnitas. The meat was so juice and flavorful which complimented the crispy outer shell so nicely. I can't wait to go back. I think I found my favorite lunch spot. read more

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1st time here .Meat was not hot semi cold. Quesadilla was better was hot and had more flavor. I feel it was overpriced. Staff needs to smile more .cashier has great smile . read more

This place is across the street from the San Antonio Museum of Art. After visiting the museum, I was looking for a place to have a quick bite before I got back on the Hop on Hop Off trolley. Since I am in Texas, I wouldn't have Italian food, which I could have any time in NJ. I don't usually eat pork, and I am very sensitive to the scent/flavor of meat. This place only has pork, as you can see in its name. I had a taco Moreliana with Brazuelo(shoulder) meat. It was good. The meat was prepared right--no strange flavor, lean and soft. If you ever visit the SAMA, stop by and have a bite! Now I feel bad that I didn't take a picture. read more

I absolutely love Carnita's Don Raul!! I've been supporting them since they were in the food truck! I'm thrilled they have a brick and mortar location with plenty of seating and lovely music! I always get the quesadilla Moreliano because I'm addicted to it! But today I opted for the chilaquiles and my goodness, they did not disappoint either! The service and food are always perfection! Please treat yourself and head their way ASAP! read more

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Wonderful service, fresh and delicious food. My family is from Michoacán and it takes me back! The salsa and fixing bar is chilled and replenished frequently. The carne is flavored deliciously and everything was hot and fresh. The place was very clean and had ample seating. Can't wait to bring my family when they are in town. read more

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Food- 5 stars. We got a pound of carnitas surtidas, 2 tortas morelianas, and a bean and cheese taco. The toppings bar is fantastic and authentic. Huge tortas. Spicy salsa. No notes. Price- 4 stars. Its pretty steep for waiting in line and ordering, no server and paper plates. $100 for family of 4 is a little steep for that experience. The food is so good i'm willing to overlook this. Service- 3.5 stars. The line gets long and there is 1 person taking orders, getting drinks so be prepared to wait. The staff is friendly but waiting in line that long is miserable. Ambiance- 4 stars. Both times i've been its packed and the tables are tiny. Authentic mexican vives but They just need a bigger place. Overall, 4.5 stars the food is just so good, even leftovers reheated my torta was spectacular. Even with the long lines and small tables I will continue to be back. My second time here was just as good as my first. read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

There's a reason this place has a long line at almost all hours -- and you want to wait in it, promise. Portion sizes are insane (yes, one taco is enough for a meal!), flavor is off the charts, and service is spectacular. read more

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We love the carnitas at Don Raul. However, I can't afford to return after a $51 breakfast--which included two drinks, a small side of avocado, and one pound of pork. I understand you've opened a restaurant now, but in today's economy, most people simply can't afford $51 for breakfast. The metal chairs are also very uncomfortable--a poor choice. And to make matters worse, they discontinued the cabbage slaw. So sorry, but I won't be back unless someone else is treating me. read more

I have mixed feelings writing this review... while I love this place and ultimately want to help this business, I also don't want anyone to know so they don't crowd one of my favorite places in the whole city lol This place is amazing. Vibrant atmosphere, food is from the heavens and kind hearted staff. You can see all your food being prepared for you fresh. You're able to help yourself to toppings. It's just the best! If you're looking for the best Carnitas in town it's a place you can't miss! read more

When i first took a bite of a taco de carnitas from Carnitas Don Raul, i was instantly transported back to Querétaro, Mexico in the summer of 95'. I thought of Hortencia and her lovely flower print summer dress the one she would scold me all summer long for ruining. The salsa from Carnitas Don Raul held a plethora of flavors that went along with each savory bite. And to top it all off, a Mexican Coke done right. In other words...this place is legit. read more

Carnitas Don Raul - 1lbs. Carnitas bean guac. Two Super Mex cokes...$50 with tip. - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Carnitas Don Raul was my Yelp friend Ruben C's #1 food recommendation for San Antonio. Go, he said. It'll be life changing, he said. We took his advice. So should you. Their carnitas was absolutely out-of-this-world delicious. We bought 2 pounds for the drive home. Our order included fresh limes, tortillas, pickled jalapeños and two kinds of salsas. Yummmmmmmm. Leftovers reheated well -- we should have doubled our order! Next time we're in SA, we'll head straight for this place. read more

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Excellent food, inviting interior, ample servings and fast order-to-table timing. Definitely recommend trying them out. Their carnitas are out of this world! read more

Absolutely love Don Raúl Carnitas! Fresh, warm tortillas and some of the best carnitas around. The place is very clean, and the customer service is super friendly. A bit pricey, but totally worth it. Their horchata is amazing--my favorite drink! 10/10, highly recommend! read more

Carnitas Don Raul - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas