All of my friends always ask me where to get good Mexican food. My response is always the same, my mom's kitchen! That answer has changed with centro. Everything at centro is simply well thought out and delicious. Delicious in the sense that my dad dubbed it the best mole he's ever had (only second to his abuelas.) Centro puts so much love and soul into their food and it shows, the flavors are amazing with great service to match! I highly highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a taste of true Mexican flavors with hand crafted cocktails (I'm looking at you, Gallo Pelón!) This place is hands down the best Mexican food in North Carolina, (trust me y'all, I'm Mexican.) In all seriousness, if you want good, soul warming food that tastes straight out of your abuela's kitchen- COME HERE. Disclaimer: From this point on a rant will take place. Centro is not your run of the mill chain Mexican-American restaurant. It is everything good about Mexican food and then some. Is their food pricier than your average Mexican place? Yes. But there is a good reason for it. Mexican cuisine is some of the most labor intensive cuisines you will come across. Also, assuming that all Mexican food should be cheap because of the $4 dollar lunch special at the place across town IS NOT OKAY. Assuming that Mexican food should be cheap is racist. Mexican food takes a lot of time and a lot of ingredients and the price reflects such. No restaurant owes you free chips & salsa, period. read more

I love eating here and have been so excited to go eat for a special occasion since they opened back up. I called to reserve a table but backed out because they are charging $20 to sit at a table! Hopefully this will change soon because I won't be paying to sit at a table. read more

I definitely didn't expect this fun, funky ambience, so close to the Capitol. The food was very fresh and flavorful. It's on our come-back list. read more

I was very pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. Centro has a unique ability to capture a very welcoming and inviting ambience while appreciating hispanic culture. The food was incredibly filling and at reasonable prices. I ordered "Torta con Huevo" with Horchata and both were great. The jalapeños balanced with avocado made the torta perfect (not too spicy) and the horchata was incredible. It is by far my favorite restaurant, if I only lived closer to it. read more

Centro - Seating - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Don't get the mole poblano. It tasted really strange. We liked the brisket and the enchiladas were okay. Definitely get the queso. The spicy margarita has a blue cheese aftertaste says woman in picture. I liked it. But I have a cold so I couldn't taste anything. read more

Centro - Mole Poblano - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Very slow service. Inconsistent drinks. Lackluster menu. Food was mediocre (tried all three meat burritos and a taco dish). And mandatory $20 table fee. Not going back. read more

OMG --nummy nummy in my tummy!! I moved here from the west (AZ and CA) I know my Mexican food... and this place is GREAT! Too start with we had chips, salsa and queso which were all fabulous, Chips were crispy, thin -but had integrity. salsa was so flavorful - had a kick but not too hot. And the queso - I mean c'mon, it is hot molten cheese, of course it is good. Our entrees included the Latin-inspired BB-Q ribs and enchiladas. abso-flipping-lutely tasty! I actually woke up the next morning and called a friend to see if they wanted to join me to have dinner there for the second night in-a-row. So that should sum up how delicious the food is. Other notable mentions: the decorations are quaint, the bartender was awesome, the restrooms and dining room are clean and comfortable, and the the prices were reasonable. Good people, good food, good atmosphere and good prices- they deserve their 5-star rating! read more

This is still my favorite Mexican spot in Raleigh. I love it sooo much. I love the Enchiladas de Familia- and probably would have that meal on my deathbed. The cocktails are phenomenal too. read more

Wow, I can't believe I haven't reviewed DTC yet. This is hands down my favorite restaurant in Downtown Raleigh and maybe the Triangle. Sure it's Mexican style food that to often can be Americanized and boring, but the chef here does a fabulous job elevating flavor combos in ways I haven't tasted before. In addition, DTC is not afraid to make something spicy. So many restaurants lower the heat level of classically spicy ethnic dishes to appease a broader clientele, but not here. While I haven't had my doors blown off, I am always pleasantly surprised with a good burn after appropriate dishes and cocktails (the habanero infused tequila is amazing). Lunch has eluded me so far, but the multiple dinners and brunches have always been fantastic. My standout favorite meal has got to be brunch with the latest venture consisting of: Chips and Guacamole - Lets get something straight. Many have complained on yelp about the fact that DTC charges for chips and salsa/gauc. These aren't premade chips and jar salsa. Everything is freshly made, delicious, and worth the couple bucks they charge. Best gauc around. Calentado with Steak - Rice and beans topped with fall apart tender steak and perfectly fried plantains/egg. This will make your day, seriously. Chilaquiles - I have no clue what naughty things they put in the salsa verde, but it is some of the best sauce I have ever had on anything (mexican or otherwise). Palomita and Bloody Maria (super spicy) - DTC knows cocktails and they don't mess around. House infused liquors, fresh squeezed juices, high quality bitters, etc. I could go on and on. Love this place! Icing on the cake is the sidewalk seating out front that makes for great people watching on one of Raleigh's busier streets. Simplemente buena! read more

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Let's get the most important topic out of the way, cocktails are delicious here, you know how sometimes Mexican restaurants have lousy sour mix, Centro delivers the goods! Beautiful Tequilla inspired cocktails, traditional and exotic. I went for brunch recently and order the chilaquiles. I can't imagine eating anywhere else for brunch when I visit Raleigh. The chilaquiles are corn tortillas filled with slow cooked melt in your mouth beef and topped with a kick ass tomatillo, jalapeno cream sauce. It is the ultimate in comfort food with a healthly dose of spice. Friendly staff and a modern setting with a twist of Day of the Dead fun! Mi amor! read more

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Do you yearn for fresh, authentic Mexican food? Doest thou crave creative drinks and lust for eclectic tequilas? Does atmosphere matter when dining out? I can confidently answer a bombastic "YES!!!!" to all of the above. I have eaten some of the best Mexican food from Texas to Chicago and all the way out to California and I can say with confidence that Dos Taquitos Centro can hang with, and maybe even surpass, the heavy hitters around the country. Though the long and narrow layout gives a cozy hole-in-the-wall feel to the restaurant, it's anything but. Carefully and creatively decorated, I dare anyone to find a restaurant with such fun and meticulously thought-out casual decor. Outdoor seating is a bonus during the year's warmer months. The place is known for it's steak tacos, but try the stewed leg of lamb at dinner (succulent). Lunch is grab/go and is equally impressive. Everything here just tastes so fresh and that is due to the use of local/organic ingredients. They really pride themselves on quality here and it shows when you take your first bite of empanada or that initial sip of a gauyabera. Angela the owner takes such care in everything she does and has a really great staff that cares about the food, the drinks and the customers. From the moment you set foot in Dos Taquitos Centro, you will feel like you're at your favorite neighborhood bistro, where the customers are greeted like family and old friends. The best part about it is, you're in the middle of busy downtown Raleigh when you get this treatment. A rare thing nowadays. I never miss a chance to stop in here whenever in Raleigh. read more

Centro - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Amazing service! The bartender was super entertaining and the drinks and food were superb. read more

Centro - Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Time to update my review now that I got back to Centro to try out their brunch! Thanks to Kuanyu for setting up a wonderful Yelp UYE brunch at Centro on Saturday. Big thumbs up for a Saturday brunch we need more in the Raleigh area. I love brunch I want it everyday of the week but I will be happy with Saturday and Sunday. Centro is a great option for Saturday brunch the menu is full of delicious entrees and drinks as well. We started out with of course some chips and salsa they do make some good salsa however I was surprised to find that they actually charge your for the chips and salsa here weird but oh well. I ordered up a coffee to get my late morning started. They have really good strong coffee so I was happy with that. My dining partners sipped on some very yummy looking cocktails. I decided to order the Calentado, rice and beans topped with plantains, fried egg, and guacamole with grilled chicken. The dish was very tasty and filling but the egg was overcooked I was expecting a nice sunny side up egg with runny yolk to mix into the dish. It seems like a lot of the eggs at our table might have been a little over cooked. We had a very friendly and patient waiter and I was surrounded by good company. Centro is still 4 stars for me it's a solid choice for dinner or brunch. I do want a little more from this place and I hope on my next visit I find something that I really love here. read more

This place in literally tucked into downtown, right next to the Alexander Square parking garage (whos stairwells smell like cinnamon btw). I was taken for the first time this past saturday and took part in their Saturday Brunch. Take note THINK they only serve brunch on saturday however this may not me true it was the only menu we were given but you might be able to ask for another. I had the Passionfruit Mimosa, it was very chilly and refreshing on the warm day, for my meal I had a chicken and a steak taco with the black beans...very tasty and very filling! The chunks of chicken and steak were substantial as well as the sauteed veggies inside. The chips and queso was also very good warm and creamy. The flavors are leaps and bounds over other latin inspired places I have visited theres something about the blend that gives it such an authentic flavor that I can really see myself going back again and again. The atmosphere in Centro is kinda dark but the narrow corridor funnels light in along with the string lights and the candelabras gives it a romantic warm feel as well almost as though I could be eating in a cafe in mexico myself, and despite its downtown location it has a look and feel all its own without all the glitz it is still very enjoyable and delicious. I highly recommend going, either for brunch of dinner the taste and atmosphere is very special and I know everyone can fine something they will absolutely love about being there. xoxo read more

Oh Centro, how I love you so. Whether it's steak tacos for lunch or the enchiladas familia for dinner, Centro never disappoints. The guac, salsa, and queso are all great and the sangria is excellent. The atmosphere is awesome too - small, intimate, and authentic. Great place for a date. They don't take reservations, but they do take call aheads 30 minutes in advance, which I recommend doing. Highly recommend Centro for any meal - can't wait to try more on the menu! read more

Centro - Enchiladas de la familia at Centro - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Came on a weekday and was easy to get a table for two. Fun and lively ambiance with great service. For apps got the chips and Guac--fresh and flavorful and would def recommended. For drinks tried a few but the best hands down was the Margarita del Gallo. I also tried the Cadillac but wish id stuck with the spicy one. For food we split the del sur and the pescado tacos. Both were very tasty from both the quality of the meat as well as the flavors of the toppings. Cost was on the pricier end as it was 12 bucks for two tacos with rice/beans. But I was happily stuffed at the end with uneaten sides. Overall pricier than your average Mexican place but also trendier with unique flavors. Would def be back with a group of friends maybe before a night out! read more

Centro - Tacos! One del sur (fried chicken) and one pescado del dia. Both delicious! - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I love the decor & ambiance at Centro. It just feels very authentic. But more importantly, the food here is delicious. The guacamole is the best I've had, and that's saying a lot b/c I travel quite a bit and consider myself a guac aficionado. My entrée and those of everyone else at my table were fantastic, and the cocktails - especially the spicy margarita - you must try it, it's divine- were awesome. We also ordered shots of tequila, and they were presented nicely, with salt and lime. The service was spot on as well. Highly recommend! read more

Gonza, I just found your cuter cousin and she lives downtown...(not too far from the truth as Carlos Salamanca owns Dos Taquitos, his brother operates Gonza's Tacos y Tequila, and niece Angela Salamanca runs Centro). The sophisticated artesanía decor and candlelit interior reminds me of my favorite restaurant from years past in the Castro/Mission district of San Francisco. Our 5yo was fascinated with all the mestizo folk art, from the religious devotional charms of Madonnas, crucifixes, and circling cherubim to the spectres of the calaveras (skulls). She even recognized Frida Kahlo's portrait, gesturing excitedly. So much for her to talk about and point to, there was barely a complaint when mama denied the iPad. We're vegan and gluten free, and the kitchen was easy and accommodating, making us an 'off-menu' dish; vegetarian enchiladas in corn tortillas with no cotija cheese or sour cream. Comes with rice and we substituted whole black beans for refried (typically made with pork fat). Ordered the guacamole, salsa, and chips as well and everything was delish. Service was warm and seamless, from the hostess to the owner to our waitress. Memorable dining experience made for an enchanting mommy-daughter evening in the 'big city' :) Well done, Centro. **Update: From their website, it looks like they also host some really fun events: - Wed's at 6pm they do a Margarita Run followed by a $5 Taco Bar and Margaritas after - May to November, a live Mariachi band plays from 7-9pm - October 26th ('13) they host a charity 'Day of the Dead 5k' Run & Walk benefiting the Brentwood Boys & Girls Club read more

Can't believe it took me so long to eat here, it's such a gem! Love the tamales - I've had tamales elsewhere where the masa is dense and too heavy but here the masa is delightfully fluffy and is just as tasty as the filling - once it was fish and another time it was chicken with a mole sauce. The time it was stuffed with fish, it came with a side of grilled vegetables. What could easily have been an afterthought of a garnish was instead an incredibly richly flavored and addictively spicy treat. One bite of the Plato Molero and I thought I'd died and gone to heaven. Tender pork and chicken and two different but equally amazing moles. The Tingo Poblano is also fabulous. Even the enchiladas, which could easily have been a boring, phoned-in entree, meant for people with less adventurous tastes, are superb - maybe the best I've ever had. Steak tacos are hearty and satisfying. The only thing I've had here that was just okay were the fish tacos. I am still searching for the holy grail of that pescetarian delight. Haven't tried the cocktails yet (shocking!) but I'm always a sucker for the jamaica agua fresca, which is sweet, but not too sweet. Can't wait to conquer the dessert menu, as well. Good service and fun decor. If you haven't been yet, what are you waiting for? read more

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Excellent, well prepared Mexican food in lively downtown Raleigh. You can tell they care about the food because every element of each dish is expertly seasoned. I had some pretty simple stuff- steak tacos with refried beans and rice, chips and salsa, and a margarita. But the quality of each item was outstanding. The margarita had fresh citrus, top shelf tequila, and grand marnier- it was balanced, and neither too sweet, too sour, or too strong. The salsa was delicious. Even the refried beans had a lovely texture and were expertly seasoned. Our waiter was really friendly and attentive. read more

Centro - Margaritas! - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

We stumbled upon Centro through a recommendation from a local owner. What drew is in was the idea of fresh, locally sourced ingredients and house made margaritas. On none of those fronts was anything less than wonderful! I had the enchiladas de familia and they were spectacular. Each had a unique flavor - and flavor is a theme at Centro - everything we ate had exquisite, strong and fresh flavor that was truly unique. My only issue is that it's really hard to order here if you are on a ketogenic diet like I am - I ended up having to forgo half my plate since they don't have side options (I added on a side salad that wasn't listed on the menu, which also included beans and rice.) They weren't willing to offer substitutions or really alter the dishes which I respect (should've read the menu beforehand or called ahead to ask on my part) but it's tough when your health depends largely on what you eat. For my gluten free and paleo friends though - it's a great spot. It's also good for vegetarians. My partner got the brisket tostadas and he loved them. The carrots that come with were absolutely insanely amazing. We have already begun research into how to make them at home! The service was great, our waitress answered our many questions and was so kind! Highly recommend for an authentic experience with good fresh food. The house margarita is reason alone to go. read more

Came here with a date. The decor feels rustic and cozy. I like the little candle on each table to enhance the overall feel. Food wise, I ordered the Chicken Tinga tacos while she ordered the legendary 20+ ingredient Mole Poblano. The tacos were quite delicious. I do appreciate the double corn tortillas. I tried the Mole Poblano and it was interesting. I can't quite find the right word for the taste. It tasted like nothing I've tried before. The fried plantains that came with the Mole Poblano was sweet yet a bit tangy as well. Overall, the venue is nice, the staff are friendly and the food is great. read more

Our group had a really nice lunch today. We were surprised at how large Centro actually is. We entered the front door, were led back, to the right, up a secret (seemed like it to us) staircase, up the stairs, around a bend and up more stairs, through a doorway, and to the right. There was our table for 8. Our table for 8 faced these really strange paintings. The one on the left was a lady in purple underwear and a black cat head, with four eyes. The middle one was a lady with three goldfish on her head. The third lady on the right also was in underwear with a white cat head for a head. Behind us to the right a bunch of candlesticks hung from the wall. Very interesting. The art in that space definitely provided for some interesting conversation. On to actual lunch. There was a small lunch menu. I had the Centro Combo. $10. Chose a taco (chicken) and side salad. Then you're allowed to choose slaw, rice, and beans. You could also choose a tort or a cup of sopa. It's cool that Centro has a bit of a diverse menu with regard to Mexican, Latin style brunch, and Gluten-Free. read more

Centro - Centro combo - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I was very impressed with Dos Taquitos Centro (DTC) on a recent visit. We got lucky and didn't have to wait long for 2 people on a Saturday night. Right next to the state capitol this authentic Mexican place is the real deal. Homemade tortillas, diverse and creative menu, and stiff margaritas!! I had the Chile de Sueño which was a really nice Mexican take on southern shrimp and grits. It was a delicious sharp cheese in polenta/grits stuffed in a giant pepper and served with an amazing, amazing sauce. I requested a spoon to finish it after I knocked out the relleno. The 'aniversario' margarita was totally worth the $7 and was really a well made drink or 3. The menu was diverse and had some interesting seafood options and one or two vegetarian. It would have been fun to sit outside on a summer evening but inside was pretty cool too - especially the bar area. read more

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I feel strange that I only had a 3-star experience here when so many others love it! Maybe it's because this is a lunch review? Regardless, I met a friend here yesterday for lunch. I ordered the chicken tamales, and my friend ordered quesadillas. After we sat down, he immediately got back up to order chips and salsa because he said forgot he always leaves here hungry. My chicken tamales arrived, and they looked beautiful (see picture)! They were decently portioned and colorful and flavorful. The downside: where the heck was my chicken? What gets me about this place is their copping out on my protein. I paid $10 for this lunch and an iced tea, and I get about four small pieces of chicken in each tamale? I basically just ate a bunch of corn and sauce for lunch. I was happy my friend ordered the chips and salsa because I, too, was left hungry. Places that make me feel ripped off make me hesitant to return. read more

Centro - Chicken tamales - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

To be 100% honest, the first two times I came to Centro was because it was the favorite restaurant of one of my friends who lives downtown so it was a convenient choice. The last few times were because I was craving it and it is now one of my favorite restaurants. Everything has always been 100% on point every time I've come in. Being the responsible adult that I am, I haven't made a reservation for any of my dinners here and the host has always made it work out. I have never had to wait for more than 30 minutes and that always gives me the perfect excuse to order their Aniversario Margarita (highly recommend!!!) before dinner. My favorite menu item is the Enchiladas de la Familia (Mexico on a plate: Local steak, chicken and black bean enchiladas topped with chipotle and tomatillo sauces, Mexican cream, and melted cheese- served with cilantro rice and refried black beans. $15). Their tacos are also incredible but I find that this dish is able to capture three completely different flavors and mesh them perfectly on one plate. The atmosphere is very cozy and I enjoy the smaller space as it makes it feel more homey and intimate. Gallo Pelon is upstairs so also a great option for post-dinner drinks! read more

The favorite in our group was the Chilaquiles Verdes which is sautéed tortilla chips with cilantro, heavy cream, and cheese. Make sure to add steak to it which is amazing!! The Camaron a la Veracruzana is shrimp with a red Veracruzana sauce with patacones, avocados, jalapeño rice, and cilantro. The patacones weren't my cup of tea but the rest was delicious. The Enchiladas de la Familia comes with a steak, a chicken, and a black bean enchilada for the undecided. The queso is also very very good!! Wish the place wasn't as dark and the chilaquiles isn't available at lunch but other than that it's a fun experience. read more

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Oh, my stars! The Centro experience made our special night out heavenly...First, if you're fortunate enough to have Thomas as your server, you know it's already going to be a splendid experience--his kind attention made the scrumptious food even more wonderful. The guacamole is perfectly spiced and creamy and the homemade chips are hearty and have the perfect amount of salt. The entrees at the table were veg tacos and the Camaron a la Veracruzana. The tacos were overflowing with perfectly grilled, still crunchy onions and peppers and served on a bed of cilantro rice which was the perfect complement to the zip of the herbs and spices. And the side of creamed black beans has a light smoky perfection. The seafood dish, Camaron a la Veracruzana featured perfectly cooked shrimp and a flavorful tomato sauce. And the dessert of chocolate flan was the rich, crowning touch to a very, very happy dining experience. Order the flan and eat it very slowly... Chef/owner, Angela Salamanca, has achieved her goal of creating a restaurant that is welcoming, unique and nourishing! read more

I have a new favorite restaurant and its name is Centro. I'm in Raleigh on business and decided to go out to dinner on my own tonight. I'm so glad I did. I ate my first tamale in 1991 and have ordered them every chance I get since wherever I go since then - Centro's tamales are the best I've ever had. The service was great, the food delicious, the margarita mixed to perfection, the owner is lovely, the Latin music set a perfect tone at just the right volume and the decor was inspiring (including the Kahlo and Rivera images on the tabletop). I felt so at home and enjoyed the experience thoroughly even though I was alone! To call Centro a Mexican restaurant doesn't do it justice - it's more like Latin fusion taking inspiration from Bogota north to Mexico and much in between. So very glad I decided not to get room service tonight! Now if only I lived closer... read more

Centro - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Great experience for the first time here. We dined upstairs. The tacos were fantastic, the service was attentive and friendly, the margaritas were delicious. The nachos and quac and cheese and salsa were wonderful. I recommend this highly and will return anytime I am in Raleigh North Carolina. read more

Went there for dinner on Friday evening before going attending the Mardi Gras party at the NC Science Museum. We decided to order the guacamole and share the stuffed poblano pepper. Both were so good. It was some of the best Mexican we have had in a while. The best part of the place was the cool decor and hip vibe. We will definitely go back and different things on the menu. read more

This place has an incredible atmosphere, good location and really friendly staff. I had a super unique po boy sandwich that was made with crawfish and oysters that has since been removed when they changed the menu but everything I've sampled here has been great. The taco platters are a bit more then you would expect to pay at a but you are eating downtown at a cool spot so I can't fault them for that, plus they are really good. If you're looking for an incredible tequila list they also have you covered. Will definitely be back and its the first place I recommend for mexican food downtown. read more

Amazing food and drinks and great vibe. A great spot in downtime Raleigh if you want something different

The only con is that the place is crowded during busy hours... Food was delicious. Generally not a fan of an hour long wait, but they had room for us to go upstairs and try their cocktails. We all loved what we got and the bartender came by to give us recommendations. Really good service. For apps we for the queso - delicious and not greasy. For main entree I got the mole poblano which was my first time trying that dish. So good. At first I was a little thrown off by how much sauce there was... I kind of wish there was less sesame seeds? But once I mixed it in and ate it with everything it was great!!! Would be good for small groups of 4 or less read more

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This was mine and my husbands 2nd visit to Centro, our first being about a month previous. We live about an hour away or else we would've been back many times since. I'm heartbroken that we didn't find this place sooner since we are moving overseas this weekend but I couldn't leave without one more visit! The two times we've been, we have had the same waiter and for the life of us, we cannot remember his name but he's amazingly personable and is a wealth of information about everything on the menu! He is extremely good at what he does and you can tell by his attention to detail and how he does his job that he enjoys it too! Now, the drinks and food... oh, to die for! For starters, the chips with fresh guacamole and salsa are a MUST! I highly recommend the Margarita Del Gallo, it's spicy and smoky and is a perfect compliment to the tang and tart of the fresh lemon and lime juices! I've ordered on both trips the Los Carlos, the most perfect steak taco I've ever eaten. You can't believe how moist the steak is.... it just falls apart and almost melts in your mouth. The combination of fresh avocado, pico de gallo and chihuahua cheese on a fresh and warm flour tortilla is unlike anything I've experienced! The cilantro rice is perfection and I must say, I never eat refried beans but these are different! They are silky smooth with an amazing flavor! My husband couldn't believe I was actually eating them! Hands down, I would make this a regular spot for delicious high end tasting Mexican food and drink in an authentic laid-back, comfortable feeling environment with some of the best customer service around! read more

I got the "calentado". Very tasty. My only comment: leave the Maduros 3 more minutes before serving. They weren't cooked. The place is really cool. Good music. Great ambience. Good service. Margaritas... recommended! read more

The enchiladas were absolutely amazing. I haven't had good Mexican in a long time. This is honestly one of the most authentic places I have been to in a while. So happy I came here while visiting. Food was great! read more

Centro - Enchiladas are amazing. - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Overall a great experience. Margaritas are on point. I enjoyed the Margarita Gallo as recommended by staff and it really was a wonderful smoky margarita. We started with the salsa and guacamole, and I normally will eat guacamole like it's going out of style, but the salsa is what I really enjoyed. I can't quite put my finger on what makes it delicious, but it's simply irresistible. I had the brisket tostada and it was a let down. Although overall good, the meat was a tad dry and was overwhelmed with more kale than anything else on the plate. The kale was great but I had imagined more meat and cheese. The black beans on the side were exceptional. Had the feel of refried buttery beans, and paired perfectly with cheese on top. Overall a great date night, the atmosphere intimate, great service, and drinks. read more

Centro - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I had read in another review that there is a separate gluten free fryer here, but when I came in I was told there is NOT one and anything fried here is not celiac safe. I'm a little disappointed since I was looking forward to trying their nachos but now I can not have their chips. The rice, enchiladas, and Don Carlos are also not gluten free or celiac safe. Honestly, I will say that they are knowledgeable and actually care here. I'm giving them 4 stars because I would rather be given all of the accurate information than be glutened! read more

Lovely ambiance, good food and drinks. I recommend the Latin Lover and Margarita del Gallo. read more

Centro - Mexican Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina