Took the kids and grandkids for lunch on a Sunday. Great selection of good Mexican grub. A couple of us got the lunch specials, the kids got kid fare, and they are regulars, so they know what they like! Apparently the chicken strips are a fan favorite! The chips and 3 dips were constantly filled, and they are all very good - the spicy was my favorite, but it does have a very good kick, so beware. Those of us with sodas, teas, and other beverages found our cups comsistently topped off without asking. Food was very good, prices are super reasonable, and the service was attentive and pleasant. Our kids/grandkids who live closeby are big fans, and we are now too! read more

Great food selection, but tight seating. La Autentica has some wonderful food options and I haven't tried a lot yet but the shrimp and octopus cocktail was the bomb. My husband had enchiladas which he thoroughly enjoyed and the kids got the quesadilla. The owner Antonio is very personable and friendly and makes it a very welcoming atmosphere. Parking can be tricky during the daytime but for dinner it's not bad once the medical offices close. All in all this shopping center really needed another fun dinner place along with Pippa's and Basilicos and La Autentica is a great addition! read more

Cielito Lindo - Shrimp and octopus cocktail - Mexican Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

Very quant and welcoming. Food was delicious and service was exceptional. Would definitely go back.

Had the carne asada, arroz con pollo and flan. Also for a jalapeño margarita and it was big and not too spicy. Everything was great and our waiter couldn't have been nicer. They also have a nice amount of outdoor seats right in front and it's a good place to sit outside on a beautiful night. We'll definitely be back! read more

Slow but friendly service. Margaritas weren't very strong but the jalapeño was tasty. Some food options were better than others. Good guac and good mild salsa with fresh chips. The queso was very thing and didn't have a ton of flavor. The barbacoa tacos were good. Rice was hard and the beans didn't have a lot of flavor. Biggest issue was the hair in the fajitas we ordered.... read more

This is a great local hole in the wall. Delicious menu with reasonable prices. The service is great. It can get loud and be ready to share a table on busy nights. read more

The food here is fantastic! The service is great and the ambiance is just right. This establishment uses top notch ingredients and everything is homemade. We've eaten here a number of times and you can tell that the owner goes above and beyond to ensure that you have a superior dining experience. read more

Teeny tiny place, so expect a wait for peak hours. Been waiting for Mexican food like this since moving from out West 8 years ago. Most Mexican places in the area are garbage. Got the La Autentica plate-most amazing and flavorful restaurant food I have tasted in a year. Super attentive and friendly service. We will 100% be coming back. read more

Been here a few times. Convenient to highland creek. Food decent. Service attentive However, my wife has celiac disease and no less than 3 times before ordering asked about replacing flour tortillas with corn. Upon serving of food one item appeared to look like a flour tortilla and my wife again asked and server said it was corn. Turned out to be flour Rating 1 star due to lack of seriousness of food allergies. Imagine if your kid had a nut allergy and restaurant did not take this seriously read more

Ate lunch 1st time.Server -Ludy was very helpful!Food was great! Very reasonable price! Will definitely go back!!

Visited here based on Yelp reviews and I was not disappointed. I got the lunch Asada Tacos and they were filled with meat and delicious. Their salsas are also yummy. This is a hidden gem and I highly recommend. read more

Service so friendly and welcoming! Food was wonderful and truly authentic Mexican cuisine, which is so hard to find on the east coast. It was also a great price (avg $15/meal). We just moved to the area and this is already our go-to Mexican spot. SALSAS ARE AMAZING, they give you three varieties with the chips (which are complimentary btw) and we mentioned to the waitress how good they were AND SHE SENT US HOME WITH TOGO BATCHES OF PUR FAVORITE ONE. 10/10 will be back regularly and will be sharing this spot with everyone we know. read more

Quickly seated and served. Dropped by around 7pm on a Sunday night and were seated immediately. Waitress came over pretty quickly for drink orders and soon after, dropped off chips with two kinds of salsa (hot and mild) and a guacamole type of dip. All were very good and can confirm the hot salsa was truly hot. Dinner chimichanga (chicken) was delicious and my boyfriend enjoyed a basic chicken and rice. We both left full at a fully reasonable price point. read more

Great place to eat great Managemnt service is great and best food authentic mexican food read more

Love this restaurant! Everything I have had is great! Margaritas are really good! Everyone is super friendly!

Excellent service, nice atmosphere, and a big menu. Something for everyone, including vegetarians. They work hard to please!

So glad they landed in our backyard! Amazing service, great, friendly attentive staff. Pork Mole was spot on! Pork carnitas were perfection Rice and beans as good as it gets Enchiladas were awesome Bride had a margarita said it was great Even the tap water was clean and obviously filtered. Tacos and three types of pico were a great start read more

This is our favorite place to go out for lunch or dinner by far. What elevates this place above others is the phenomenal, authentic customer service they provide. The prices are fair, quality of food is amazing, and the server team is cohesive, they make you feel like you are their only costumer. Usually we have meals there, today we only had a couple of beers as we already had dinner at home- they still served us like we were their most important customers. Antonio, the owner makes the effort to connect with his costumers in person, ensuring that everyone is happy and gets everything they need. Exemplary ownership, food, and customer service. Cudos to the entire team! read more

Excellent addition to the Edison Square area, traditional Mexican that will appeal to the masses. Big menu with both combination plates and Mexican specialty dishes from 9.99 to 14.99. Lunch specials around 7.99, big portions! The serve alcohol as well and have patio seating which is a bonus. Very friendly and attentive staff! read more

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First time here and it won't be our last. We came in on a Sunday for lunch. This is a very small restaurant. It was busy, but service was quick and very friendly. They bring chips and 3 types of salsa to your table. Do yourself a favor and try the green, it is amazing! I tried the enchiladas verde and a carnitas taco. Both were very tasty. Others in my party ordered burritos and spinach cheese dip, which they loved as well. read more

New favorite place! Looking for authentic Mexican food in the Highland Creek area this is the place to go! Everything we've had here is fantastic and legit! read more

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Outstanding service! Enjoyed the food and options on the menu. Always on top of refills and any request made.

EXCELLENT SERVICE!! and authentic food- 10/10 would recommend. this place has something for everyone to enjoy!

It's a very small restaurant but the food and service are superb! Don't let the simplicity of the interior fool you. Give them a try. You will not be disappointed. read more

Still sitting here as I type this. The food was sooo good!! The portion size was really good as well. My margarita was delicious. They give two salsas and a green dip with your chips. The server was delightful. I will definitely be back! read more

Cielito Lindo - ACP sub green peppers - Mexican Near Me - Concord, North Carolina

Great food and fantastic service! The atmosphere is welcoming. I strongly recommend this place. read more

This cute little restaurant is a little hidden but it's my new spot to get Mexican food. I love Mexican food and it's hard to find a good authentic restaurant. My favorite meal to get is the Flautas Dinner it's delicious! My husband and I also enjoyed their margaritas and my son approved the chips and salsa. I also brought my mother here and she loved it. I'm excited to have a Mexican restaurant in my area. Last thing the service was awesome! read more

The name says it all. Authentic food from South of the border. A broad ranging menu that has something for everyone. The place is always jam packed, consider take out if you don't have the time to wait for a table. read more

Our go to for great Mexican in the area! I love getting their chicken soup to go on a cold day and the enchiladas are delicious. Looking forward to them hopefully opening a larger restaurant close to the same location as it is a little tight in there right now! read more

What a great spot! The chunky style guacamole is a must and the ceviche is amazing! Great prices and delicious, fresh food!

We love going here! The location is really small, but it is always crowded for a reason. It is a little bit of a drive, but it is worth it. I have had the chimichanga, veggie quesadilla, and veggie fajitas. They do not skimp on their drinks, either. The staff is always very friendly and professional. The only negative was one time the veggie quesadilla had quite a bit of grease. read more

I found this place because I searched authentic Mexican food. It says La Autentica on the building because they are transitioning the name to Cielito Lindo. I will have to say when I first got there I was a little concerned about how small it was inside, but they have quite a few tables outside. I had a party of 12 and was a little hesitant, but when I tell you we received the quickest and best service I have ever experienced, I am not kidding. The food was fantastic, the staff was amazing and so accommodating. It was packed and now I understand why. I will make it a point to stop here anytime I am in Concord, NC. read more

Love everything about this place. Excellent service and yummy food! Causal, fun environment! read more

I don't even know where to start - * Friendly service * Fast delivery of food * Outstanding salsas - especially the spicy green one * Delicious food - street-style tacos, typical burritos... a good variety of options for the kids My only complaint that the place is a bit small but I've heard they're moving to a bigger location. Either way, this is our new go-to for Mexican in the area. Can't wait to go back! read more

The Arroz con Pollo was a mouth watering sensation! So flavorful and moist! The guacamole Mexicana was outstanding! Made fresh and served with crispy chips. read more

This place is great! Great service, great food Food was quickly delivered and the wait staff was very nice. Did not have to wait long at all to be seated. Very enjoyable. read more

Excellent customer service - servers were extremely polite. Very clean and great food! Will definitely be back.

We LOVE this place! Fairly small, but always great service, great food. Here for Cinco de Mayo and they were ready. Plenty of staff to handle everybody and never felt rushed read more

The service, salsa and food is amazing! Make sure you try the spinach dip or the queso! You won't regret it.

New favorite Mexican cuisine go to. Staff is very friendly and frequently checks on you. The margaritas are banging. Just about every table ordered margaritas. Food was very good. Will be back to try other menu features. read more