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Tijuana Flats

3.6 (165 reviews)
InexpensiveTex-Mex, Mexican
Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Burrito and chips.
Chris K.

Several days a week they have a special each day. On Thursday they have a burrito, chips and a drink for $7.99. I ordered a beef burrito. When it arrived I was shocked at how massive it was!! I ordered beef, but got chicken. I also ordered the cilantro rice, but got the other choice so all around they gave me the opposite of everything I asked for. Oh, well. You can also get the burrito as a bowl instead of the tortilla. I might do that next time, but no problem, I have leftovers for lunch tomorrow. Unfortunately, the chips are super salty and even tho they have a ton of sauces most are pretty hot. I appreciate that they bring the food to the table and clear it afterwards, so between that and the food prep, a tip is warrented.

Tijuana Tuesday two tacos special
Glenn G.

I've eaten here once or twice and most recently met a friend for lunch here. Ordering is fine but it kind of took longer than I expected to have our food brought to us. Prices were reasonable and portions were good but the food is just okay -- nothing special. Staff were very nice and offered to refill our drinks. If I'm in the area, I might be back but this would not necessarily be my first choice for Mexican food in the area.

Garlic Lime Shrimp Bowl
Ron M.

First time at this eatery. Based on the menu and prices, a meal here is about the same as Taco Bell, but the food is way better. We were a trio and after carefully considering the menu, we all decided to get the same thing - a lime shrimp bowl. Each of us thought it was absolutely delicious! The stand where you could pour your own sauce was super interesting, so we definitely tried it out. Bottom line, no more Taco Bell. We shall return here instead.

Georgia Peach Vidalia salsa
Nicole C.

Update June 2025: How sad. This place used to be a good place for a quick bite. It has gone downhill. The staff doesn't offer refills, is always in their phones, the food was never that amazing, but it was decent. The biggest annoyance is the menu is constantly changing for the worst.

Raymond A.

I noticed there are a few Tex-Mex restaurants in the area, but Tijuana Flats is a hidden gem. The food is fresh and delicious and made to order. If you like spicy, they have plenty of spice that you may flavor. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and eager to offer suggestions for those who are not familiar with their menu and the levels of hot sauces they offer. It's a very chill atmosphere, they didn't have any music playing, but they had TVs. to watch while you eat. I had a great culinary experience at Tinuans Flats, if you're ever in Cary, NC check them out!

Rebecca M.

Tijuana Flats is located in Cary in a Harris Teeter Shopping Center so that means plenty of parking. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Inside of the restaurant is very colorful and I loved all of the messages on the walls. I came here for a Yelp Event but got a shrimp bowl to go. I was very impressed with the service here as my name was remembered from my first order. Then when i was asked what ingredients I didn't want on it, I forgot to exclude an item but I did notice that she excluded it for me as she remembered from earlier. The place was hopping so I found that very impressive that she remembered. I really loved the shrimp bowl. I ate it cold as I didn't want to reheat some of the ingredients but it was delicious with all the flavors. I will return and have the dish as it was intended to be eaten warm.

The ambience
Ravi G.

Came here as part of a Yelp promotion and I'm pretty happy I did. Brought a plus one and split the steak flautas and chicken flautas that were featured for this event. The quantity was large and came with a good amount of condiments complimentary like guac, pico, Queso, and the self-serve hot sauce bar. The food was decent. The chips and hot sauce bar were the highlights. I enjoyed the food but it didn't blow me away or anything. Def worth checking out as a change up from the usual moes/chipotle. They also have specials on some days that make it even more worth it. Unfortunately, I didn't take photos of them but they're probably listed on their website if you're interested.

Chips with queso, guacamole and salsa.
Iris R.

I attended a Yelp Elite event with a friend at this location. I enjoyed the colorful and warm atmosphere, plus the music is entertaining (keep the playlist on rotation please). Take a moment to look at the ceiling tiles when you visit Tijuana Flats. The creatively designed tiles add personality to the location. The Elite event included two flautas, two drinks and an appetizer. The flautas here are tasty and filling. The entree came with pico, sour cream, guacamole, queso and tortilla chips. My personal favorite is the queso. It is slappin'! The customer service staff answered all of our questions, and were friendly. I will be back to try out the 2 for $20 Saturday special!

Ordering desk very colorful!
Marie S.

What a great place! The food is tasty the people are so friendly! When you enter you place your order i got the chicken flautas with chips and a lemonade. The girl working the counter was super friendly took my order gave me my lemonade and I had a seat inside. Plenty of seating in and out. A few minutes later my food was brought on a tray with napkins and utensils. I went to the sauce bar and ate my delicious chicken flautas.

Rachel W.

Great customer service! I loved the deal on the drinks for the weekend. $3 drafts! The steak bowl had was really good and the lettuce was very fresh. I had avocado dressing with my chips and it was very fresh and amazing. I really enjoyed the music that was playing and had a great time with my friends here. I would recommend this place!

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