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El Jimador

4.3 (84 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Annetta R.

The food was very good with large portion sizes, drinks were very good. I ordered the cucumber and jalapeño margarita. It was very spicy. It seems as though they grind the jalapeño into the frozen drink, sadly they did not have cucumber to go in it, but it was still good. Our waitress was very good and attentive..Ambience is very good. It wasn't too crowded as it was a Tuesday evening.

Chicken fajita burrito with cheese sauce on the side.
Allan A.

First time ordering off the lunch menu. $13.95 for fajitas. So much food I have a full dinner to look forward too. Love the chips, the white dipping sauce and perfectly seasoned for my taste.

##Fajitas X2 Chicken no peppers/mushrooms
Robert A W.

Wowwww!!! This place was top notch and that says a lot because my wife and l are somewhat a hispanic restaurant connoisseur. Highly highly recommended. Amazing ambience from the moment you step inside. Do not let the full parking lot deter you from trying this place. They still had plenty of room despite the full parking. This is definitely our new favorite place to dine. Service was impeccable and food was amazing.

Ted G.

What seemed like the black sheep of Knightdale, this failed location has finally gotten a total makeover into a real Mexican restaurant, its vibrant and as authentic as your going to get in this town. The usual LARGE and bustling multi page Mexican restaurant menu offers the rich and diverse nature of Mexican cuisine, but if your considering a margarita, be warned of the Margarita Chalice! This grandiose glass is not just a vessel; it's a fiesta on a stem! Big enough to quench the thirst of a mariachi band! So being one of 5 Mexican restaurants within such a close proximity of each other, it is clearly the best option for Mexican food and thankfully it's NOT another chain restaurant in "Franchiseville." Good service and fresh food, this restaurant has a bright future. Cheers!

Shredded beef taco and enchilada rice n beans
Renee T.

We were in NC for the birth of our first grandchild Isla Maeve. We totally lucked into this large, authentic, Mexican Restaurant. We ordered two entrees. Texas fajitas and the combo "speedy". I had them switch to shredded beef for both taco and enchilada. The taste was beyond amazing. The beans and rice were exceptional as was the service by Danna Paola. So professional and helpful. Super friendly too. We saw managers checking on guests, us included. Go with complete confidence

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Alyssa C.

I got the enchiladas jalisco and the food was good and very fresh. The complimentary chips & salsa were great, chips warm. The restaurant is busy but still a great, intimate vibe. Our waitress checked on us often. My aunt comes here often, I'll definitely be returning!

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Excellent staff excellent selection of food . Thank you! Dulce de leche dessert ! Delicious

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Service and ambiance were great! Food was decent. I'd go back to try another menu item since the other elements were on par.

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Tex-Mex style of Mexican food. Not what I was expecting. Weird restaurant decorations. Service was good but I thought the food was bland.

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Was rolling around the Triangle to run errands and worked up an appetite…read more.. So stumbled upon Castillos and was not disappointed! Don't be afraid of the surround areas of the NBA .. best hole in the wall places can be found in this area. Walking into Castillos and it's like walking into tios and tias casa ... with abuela in the kitchen whipping up something good and ole love songs in Spanish coming from the speaker in the corner .. Menu in the wall is pretty easy to navigate .. and if you need help .. the person behind the register will help you with your order. This time Mojarra Frita and Pupusas was ordered. After you place your order you can grab an empty table and take a walk over to the sauce bar which has all the salsas from mild to burn your ass off and some sides of pickled onions in peppers , limes, cilantro, onions, jalapeno and radish. Picking salsas is like playing roulette with your taste buds and ass ... cause there are no lables on what is what ... you just take the plunge lol After sitting down and munching on some chips and salsa the food arrived in a short time. Yes service is fast here ! First item out was the Mojarra Frita and man oh man it was delicious! The beans were onpoint ! The fish (whole talapia) was fried to perfection... just squeeze some fresh lime on it with a lil bit of salt and pepper and boom ita good to go . Pro tip use the freshly made tortillas it come with and dip it in some of the fresh green salsa than dip some of the fried fish into it also to kick it up another level .. Next up were the Pupusas and damn they were good .. especially with the slaw and sauce it comes with .. key ingredients in it were the bean and cheese .. and it was amazing .. What can I say about Castillo to wrap it up ?? It's good! Service is fast and muy bueno ! And bonus .... its very affordable . I definitely will be back to try other items

I had a wonderful experience both times eating here. Everything was delicious. I tried the shrimp…read morefajita, which was delicious and look for the fish on their inside menu. If you like fried fish, this one is the icing on the cake. Very tasteful music playing in the background if you like Mexican food, and music I would totally recommend the Castillo Mexican restaurant. Friendly service as well:). Come get you some!

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