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Cinco de Mayo

3.5 (205 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

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Chips and salsa.
Patty W.

It was taco Tuesday and we figured we hit this place up for dinner while we staying at the Great Wolf Lodge. Even though it was busy, we were able to get a table after walking in. It took a bit for our waitress to come and take our order. We split the chips and salsa for the appetizer. I got three chicken tacos along with a side of rice. The chicken tacos were bland and had no flavor to them at all. It didn't come with the rice at first and I think the waitress forgot about it. I asked her about it and it didn't come out until about 15 minutes later. I was going to tell her not to worry about it since I didn't think it was going to take that long to get a side of it. The service wasn't met according to expectations. I understand it was busy and things can be overlooked by mistake. The margarita was better than the food and I was surprised by it. Maybe the $1 taco deal on Tuesday can be intriguing, but I would consider somewhere else since the restaurant was a miss for us.

Charro Beans Street Tacos Rice
Dee C.

Food was great Service was fast and our waitress was sweet It's a nice intimate lil spot and is very authentic If you haven't been I advise you to check them out, I definitely will be going again soon

Shrimp Fajitas
Latonya J.

Went on a Friday night and it was slammed pack, but that did not impact the service or the taste in the food. Most Mexican places are going bland these days, but here?!.... They are not afraid of seasoning their food. The ambiance is your typical Mexican restaurant, loud music in the back, laughs and cheers all around, drinks everywhere, cute little decor, clean. Overall it was a good vibe here. They are located in plaza style store front. Decent parking.

Earring

I used to love cinco and i grew up eating here but recently i was eating my beans and I bit into a man's earring Now we go to taco express and Mr burrito in Kannapolis they have authentic tortillas and no mans earrings in our food.

Tacos
Ambar H.

My go to spot! The best authentic Mexican food at a great price we always ask for Evelyn or Mayra for the best service ‍!

Love these tables too!
Consi H.

My family loves this place. My spouse and I went last night and it was amazing. The servers are great and the food is always terrific. I love the bright colors and the ambiance of the whole place. You ca. also eat outside.

Soupa Sopa De Pollo
Joseph T.

Service was terrible. Took 10 minutes for anyone to seat me. 10 minutes to take my order. 30 minutes for a bowl of soup. I tried coming here for lunch a week prior but I had to leave cause I stood around in the lobby for over 10 minutes without being seated. Food was terrible. Ordered sopa de pollo. Bland soup. Had one small piece of chicken and half an avocado. Complete waste of money. Will never eat here again and I'm warning others not to waste their money here. You're likely to have a better experience at Taco Bell.

Fajitas Texanos
Stacy Y.

This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in the Charlotte area. They are super friendly and well priced for the quality of food you get. I had the fajita texanas and my dining partner had the Sopa de pollo. Both were super flavorful, the soup being authentically spicy. This is a hidden gem down the road from Great Wolf Lodge. Don't waist your money eating at the resort and go here instead!

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Enjoyed Carne Asada and Street corn. Fast service and delicious food. There is a lunch buffet until 2pm as well.

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Food was goodbye; and service was quick. I like all the colorful wall prints because some prints create more privacy.

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We were sat right away, food was good and the portions were great. I'd come back for sure.

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Service is horrible & they charge $2.99 for tap water. I used to love this place, now I'll never go back.

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Every time I come the food's good and service is amazing! Highly recommend especially after a water park trip at great wolf lodge

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I love this place .. food is affordable and good .. love my cantaritos and margaritas . Servers are so friendly.

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2 years ago

Went down hill. Steak fajitas were chewy and inedible. The carnitas were blubbery and fatty and not fried in lard.

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Good buffet. Slow waitress service but evrything else good I love the tortillas and salsas.

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Cinco de Mayo - mexican - Updated May 2026

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