Makus Empanadas

When we first started wedding planning, one of the first decisions we landed on was having Luna…read morecater. It was absolutely the best choice. The food was delicious, of course, but logistically they were communicative, knowledgeable, punctual, and efficient. Anthony went above and beyond on multiple occasions. He took our truly astounding array of intolerances and allergies (gluten-free and vegan were just the beginning) in stride and made sure all the guests had plenty to eat. For a reasonable fee, they delivered, set up, and served. We ended the night happy and with more than enough food.

I would say the service here was average to poor. The sweet tea had a strong chemical/artificial…read moretaste to it; I recommend they simply take it off the menu. The food is decent!

The main area

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4.1(251 reviews)

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What a spectacular dining experience! The service was top…read morenotch! Ambiance is very nice with some light music in the background. Now let's get to the food! Wow, they are definitely Argentinian! No one else can cook a churrasco like a true Argentinian! It was perfect! Definitely get a little chorizo to start! I can't wait to go back. Thank you Metro8 for a wonderful dining experience for not only myself but for my out of town friends! Will be back soon!!!

Great filet mignon and pink sauce gnocchi! Service was quick and attentive. Atmosphere was cozy and…read morecandlelit. NO TVs which is extremely rare these days but adds so much to a restaurant. There is room for improvement as they do not have mashed potato's as a side. Nevertheless we shall return for more delicious food!

Chocolate Soufflé

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Churrasco

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One of the best things about traveling is discovering great places to eat. They're usually not very…read morebig, not part of a large chain, but they're full of magic. Mateo, a Spanish tapas bar in Durham, NC, has everything you could want in a good restaurant. You can't miss it!

Interesting place, I would say it's a great date night type of place. We went as a group and had a…read morefixed menu so our experience was not the standard but the food was good and the service friendly. They don't have a lot of Gluten Free options (aside from the stuff that is naturally GF of course) but they did try to accommodate the need and they do have the Estrella GF beer which no one ever has - on draft even. It's a bit of a twist on an actual Spanish restaurant/tapas with some embellishments that aren't authentic but it isn't a bad place to have a meal.

Inside. View of dining room and bar from our table in the back. I'm facing towards the storefront.

Datiles. $10. Goat cheese stuffed dates, crispy serrano ham, romesco.

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Outside. Storefront. Main front entrance. We parked for free in the city parking lot behind the restaurant. Enter via Ramseur St.

Che Empanadas

4.5(145 reviews)

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Rating based on: Consistency, Cleanliness, Quality, Taste, and Presentation…read more Let me be REAL with you....I walked into Che Empanadas thinking this was some ordinary empanada spot. I was magnificently WRONG. This place is absolutely BANGING, and I'm so glad I found it tucked away here in Raleigh, NC. First up, the Beef Empanada. Listen. The meat is juicy, tender, seasoned with what I can only describe as impeccable love. The crust? Flaky, moist, golden perfection. Ground beef, onions, peppers, olives....every bite hits different. You can TELL they put their heart into this.... Then I tried the Dino Cheese....a scrumptious four-cheese blend wrapped in that same magnificent golden crust, dipped in their Chimichurri sauce, and oh my GOD. The flavor combo is luscious beyond words. That chimi hits like a flavor bomb and elevates every single bite. Now let me keep it honest with you because you know I'm a REAL one....in the pictures, the empanadas look a lot bigger than what they are in person. But with that said, if you have the urge to put up a couple extra dollars, this experience is WORTH it. Every. Single. Penny. The Knish....a Jewish-Argentinian classic with homemade potato and caramelized onion wrapped in flaky dough....MELTS in your mouth. I'm telling you, it's worth the drive alone. Scrumptious doesn't even begin to cover it. And the sweets? The Cubana....guava and cream cheese pastry....is luscious, buttery, and hits that perfect sweet spot. The Alfajor de Chocolate....dulce de leche sandwiched between crispy chocolate wafers and dipped in chocolate....absolutely MAGNIFICENT. Sumptuous is right. I tried about 80% of the menu and everything was delicious. And believe me, I KNOW good bakeries. I grew up a few blocks from Delancey Street in NYC....you feel me? I've been to more bakeries than I can count, and Che Empanadas? It takes the cake. The presentation is clean, the packaging is on point, and you can taste the authenticity in every bite. This isn't some mass-produced nonsense....this is handcrafted, Argentine soul food done RIGHT. Do yourself a favor. Go. Now. RIGHT NOW.. for a religious experience and I don't even care if you're atheist or not this place will blow your mind away.!

I visited this placed through the TooGoodToGo app where I was able to get 4 random empanadas to…read moretake home for a cheap price, cool. I didn't know the flavors until I got home to reheat them up in my air fryer. There was definitely a sweet one in there which I think was pumpkin , it was terrible. I had another one which was beef I believe, that was ok. My last two were the same flavor and I wasn't a fan of those either , something too sweet inside of them. Not a good first experience, I may have better luck trying it again where I can pick the flavors I want.

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Empanadas placed in my air fryer for reheating

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I came here for an early dinner before an event in Durham…read more I got my usual, a bison burger and tried the broccoli as a side. I was pleased to find they still have the cucumbers, but you have to ask for them. I resisted temptation and saved some for the next day and they were still crisp and delicious. My waitress was so nice and we enjoyed some conversation since they were not busy yet. The burger came quickly, was cooked as ordered and was still hot. I guess it is a good thing this place is so far away because with tea and tip it was quite expensive.. I loved it and will be back when in the area.

I've been coming to Ted's Montana Grill because I want it to succeed. Unfortunately, this is no…read morelonger an isolated bad experience--it's become a consistent pattern over the past year or two. My family has experienced hour-long waits for burgers in a nearly empty dining room, cold fries, cold buns, overcooked burgers, undercooked vegetables, and sloppy presentation. On one visit we left without eating because the food took so long. On our most recent visit, the steak was removed from the bill because it was unacceptable. What disappoints me most is that I believe Ted's has the potential to be a great neighborhood restaurant. I want a dependable place to bring my family for burgers and steaks, but I no longer have confidence that the experience will match the price. My hope is that management looks beyond individual complaints and asks whether there is a larger operational problem. Long ticket times, inconsistent food quality, and poor execution are not isolated issues--they are symptoms of a system that needs attention

Bar

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The food is amazing!!! So flavorful, well done and very tasty. I enjoyed every bite…read moreThe service is amazing The ambiance is very cute restaurant with natural lighting and outdoor dining

I've had this placed saved to try for a while and finally got the opportunity to try it out on a…read morerandom Wednesday. The space is large with plenty of seating and also bar seating. You order your food at the front (bar) and then grab a seat wherever you want. I got a mango margarita which they didn't skimp on the tequila in it! Was sweet enough where I didn't notice at first how much tequila was in it (a win in my book). For dinner, I got the pernil w/cuero which was full of flavor. Tostones were nice and crunchy without being greasy. The rice was just okay, I prefer a bit more sazon and sofrito. I think this restaurant would do well in a more inhabited area instead of connected to the mall but the guy working stated they do very well on the weekends, so I hope it brings them continued business!

Beautiful interior

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Fried empanadas

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4.2(118 reviews)

9.2 mi

Loveeee their empanadas!! They were highly recommended by a friend and they did not disappoint.read more

Wow this place is delicious! I'm mad I didn't try it sooner. I got the pork patacon sandwich,…read moremaduros, and fresh blackberry juice. Everything was excellent. I'll be back for sure!

Interior

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Ambiance

101 Kitchen

4.1(106 reviews)

26.7 mi

I loved it the service was definitely spectacular and they always made sure I was feeling good and…read morecomfortable at every minute , the food was AMAZING the fried chicken was crunchy and the biscuits and honey were warm and just dissolved in my mouth sweet and savory at its finest , the Ambience was beautiful the scenery the lights around us the furniture was comfortable I felt cozy and good I had a blast

Environment: Located in the suburbs…read more Cleanliness: 2 of 5 stars; Leadership/Management should ensure the restaurant is cleaned thoroughly at close of business as well as before the start of business each day; I needed to use the restroom at the end of our visit but thought about how the restaurant was presented upon entry and waited until I got home! The Welcome mat and surrounding floor area where we were seated had scattered crumbs/debri all around them! You shouldn't "judge a book by it's cover," so instead of leaving, I sat down and gave the food a try! Maybe it was an off-day, however first impressions are everything to me and the 101 Kitchen didn't come through with me for presentation yesterday! Food: Very tasty and plentiful; yet it was something about that steak that didn't taste quite like steak or maybe it was the fact that the Steak Exquisite Meal came with flank steak which tasted like a cross between sirloin, ribeye and something undecided! The (2) steaks came on a bed of fried potatoes with an egg for about $30! I'm one and done with this meal! My wife had pork belly bowl in which she didn't like; she sent it back to the kitchen and opted into a chicken and blueberry waffle plate for about $20! The chicken was thick and flavorful as well as the delectable Belgian waffle! We each had (1) glass pineapple juice($4/glass)! We spent $65 total with a tip! They have a full-service bar which might get my patronage later on this year because once again, they have exceptional service! Service: We received very prompt fast service and we're served our food/drink within 15-20 minutes of being seated!

Hot chocolate

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Hamburger

Mami's Latin Style Rotisserie Chicken

4.2(660 reviews)

19.9 mi

The food was Amazing! Had 1/2 chicken, green beans and rice. It was a little smoky inside overall…read moreperfect place for lunch.

Unfortunately came too late for their special daily but got the quarter chicken combo which came…read morewith a quarter chicken plus two sides. Got rice and beans which were standard and it came with fried plantains. The chicken was juicy and their sauces were good complimenting the flavor of the chicken. Overall, a good experience.

Pollo Saltado

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Half chicken with rice & beans, corn.

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Barbara B.

7 years ago

I've ordered Makus Empanadas a few times when catering lunches and dinners, and they are fantastic. Their empanadas are delicious, and their service is top-notch. If you need to cater for a crowd, these guys are tops! Responsive, arrives early, sets up everything, provides all the plates, utensils, and napkins you'll need. Seriously - great delivery! Great catering! Thank you for good food and being great backup when a gal needs to cater to a crowd. When out doing errands and running around, we've also popped into their restaurant located on Hwy 54, and we love the food and the experience. I love that you have a number of different options with the empanadas, without it being an overwhelming number of options. Their combo lunch/special is the perfect thing to hit the spot. read more

Joe F.

9 years ago

I finally got to try Makus Empanadas (not once, but twice this week) and loved it. I got the Makus Meal (3 empanadas, a side, a drink and a sauce) the first time and a family meal (10 empanadas, 4 sides, 2 sauces) the second time. All the empanadas were delicious and there's a wide variety of flavors to pick from. My favorites were the chicken, ham & cheese and spinach. The dough is tasty, crisp, and baked! Spinach salad is excellent. As far as the sauces, go with the chimichurri. The red hot is nothing special. Great food, ambiance and friendly staff. read more

Fernando M.

9 years ago

It's simple, friendly and comfy environment to have a different type of lunch... light but perfect for a full meal. I got the MAKUS meal a pork chimichurri, ham and cheese empanada everything delicious and the chimi sauce give them that spicy touch just on point... definitely a come back restaurant although I would love for them them to extend the menu to more authentic Argentinian dishes.... have to try it.... read more

Pablo O.

8 years ago

I was at Makus several times. I choose them because their tasty food and healthy as well. My favourite is Ham & Cheese, and Chicken is good too. The sides are great and the chipa bread is unbelievable. The restaurant is clean and modern look and the service is amazing. I definitely will back to Makus and I recommend it. read more

Camila D.

7 years ago

Wonderful place to eat some amazing empanadas. Staff was really friendly and welcoming when I walked into the store. The empanadas had a lot of flavour and are some of mu favorites I've ever tried. The chicken and beef were a little spicy but the spinach with cheese was magical. I will be coming back back. read more

Mercedes M.

7 years ago

I came with a group of 7 people, had empanadas and chipa bread. Waited around 5-10 minutes for all the food and it was amazing. The staff was really welcoming and guided me through the menu. Amazing experience! 100% would reccomend. read more

Marty C.

237

8 years ago

We lived in South America for nearly 20 years and really miss the amazing food from there. These are authentic, delicious Argentine Empanadas. The service is great and the food is better read more

Millie S.

7 years ago

Best place ever! Excellent food and the people working there are really nice. The place is wonderful, the service is fast and the empanadas are very good. read more

Agus C.

7 years ago

A very nice place to go! The food was delicious and came very quickly. The prices are low and the staff friendly. I would totally recomend it to a friend. read more

Camila B.

7 years ago

This place has a great variety and affordable menu and is a very nice place to eat. The people working there are lovely and receive you with a smile. read more

Cliff W.

4 years ago

Food doesn't taste fresh and not that good. Also pretty over priced. I tried chicken pork and steak

Jorge D.

9 years ago

I'm from Argentina. This empanadas are amazing. 100% authentic Argentinian style. We'll be back.

Susan Y.

7 years ago

The food was excellent and the service was too. Very helpful and thoughtful.

P A J.

8 years ago

Empanadas are too small and don't have much taste.

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