Torchy's Tacos

There used to be a Tikila Tacos & Mezcal location in Knightdale that I enjoyed grabbing food from…read morequite often. So when I found myself in Wake Forest, I decided to check out that location. I ordered my usual... Al Pastor bowl with everything on it and a Pineapple Jarritos. My food and the customer service were great. However, I noticed they don't provide chips and salsa for the table like the Knightdale location did. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and I'll definitely return when I'm in the area.

Sooooo yummy! Came here for lunch and there was plenty of parking in the lot out front. You order…read moreat the counter and then sit down with your number. I got the steak bowl and it was packed with flavor and so fully! Steak was cooked perfectly and I loved all the toppings it came with. Would recommend!!

Birria taco

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Al pastor nachos

El Chapin - Wake Forest

4.7(41 reviews)

1.1 mi

one of my favorite places ! staff is always so nice and welcoming , and the food is absolutely…read moredelicious! I love coming here and hearing the Marimba playing in the background!

This restaurant is a hidden gem in Wake Forest. My husband ordered the churrasco and I ordered the…read morepollo en jocon. We were stunned by how delicious both dishes were. The chicken dish had an incredible, herby broth with a delicious depth of flavor. The steak was perfectly seasoned. We loved the atmosphere of the restaurant- the art and decor being from Guatemala was a perfect touch. We will definitely return!

Chorizo sausage

Breakfast

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Cocktails

Delicias Chely

4.5(4 reviews)

2.7 mi

Food is always fresh and tastes wonderful! The lady who runs it is always nice and helpful,…read moreoffering new food suggestions. This is my second trip here for lunch/breakfast and I can't get enough .

I ordered a beef quesadilla and although it was very tasty, it was not what I expected. It was odd…read morethat the quesadilla did not have melted cheese (it had a little cheese on it but not as much). I feel as though more cheese was needed and bit more grilling, but all in all it was still very very tasty. The green salsa was really good on it too. I also got a chance to have a beef taco and the grilled veggies that came with it were a good touch. The beef is very flavorful and a good portion was put on the tacos.

Comida Mexicana food truck

Delicias Chely

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Carnitas Torta Delicias chely

Taco El Gordo

4.3(7 reviews)

0.8 mi

This. This serves the greatest most authentic Mexican food I've ever had in the area. Huge portions…read morefor the price you pay of course. And man, is is good. I specifically ordered the chorizo burrito. I can't believe I've been driving by here for years and never stopped in until now. Now that I know the kind of quality you can get here, I'll be coming here often.

The best tacos in Raleigh area. We moved from California and have not been pleased with the tacos…read morehere until now! Trust me this is the spot! The ladies that run the operation are awesome

Taco truck

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Chorizo sope. Pastor and steak tacos

Gonza Tacos Y Tequila

3.9(247 reviews)

1.0 mi

We decided to have dinner at Gonza after a walk on a beautiful Tuesday evening…read more There's plenty of parking in the parking lot. Gonza is located next to Village Deli in the front of the Factory area in Wake Forest. We were seated right away and Annabel was our amazing server. We started with the special drink of the night, peach margaritas, the complimentary chips and the best salsa I think I've ever had. We then ordered guacamole. The drinks were good and the guacamole was ok. For our entrees, my daughter had the Chicken Quesadilla, with a side of plantains. Both good. I had the Barbacoa Quesadilla and a side of half cilantro rice and refried beans. The short rib was tender, but didn't have a lot of taste. The rice and beans were good. The servings were enough to have leftovers. The service was great and the food was good, I would go back.

Grace did an amazing job serving our table back in September 2026. She went above and beyond to…read moreensure both our food (which tasted amazing) and our drinks (which she made herself) were nothing short of perfect. She was super personable as well. Great hire!

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Barbacoa quesadilla

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Mami Nano’s Tacos

4.8(6 reviews)

3.4 mi

I stopped by Mami Nano's taco truck on a whim (I literally was on my way to pick up ordered Indian…read morefood and saw the truck...so ya, WHIM). The air smelled delicious and I was super excited. The menu is small but the flavors are mighty. As someone who used to love big expansive menus with endless amounts of choices, I've come to learn that it's the restaurants that specialize in certain dishes with smaller menus are the places that don't disappoint. I ordered two chorizo tacos and a ground meat taco. The food was made rather quickly (they said 10 minutes but it was less than that). It came with delicious spicy verde sauce and a lime. Oh my gosh!!! This food truck is a new favorite!! Growing up is SoCal, I've missed the Mexican food there. This is it, guys! You want the real deal? Go to Mami Nano's! The tortillas are homemade and the combination of flavors is just...ugh, SO GOOD! 10/10 will definitely go again.

I bumped into this lovely Mexican food truck in the Raleigh area on a Sunday. They have instagram…read moreso I'm sure you'll know where they'll post up next! Food wise, the tortilla of the birria was crunchy while the meat inside was tender while bursting with flavor. The chicken was seasoned well and the toppings enhanced the meal even more. Very happy with my meals and the price!

Chorizo and ground meat tacos

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Tacos

13 Tacos & Taps

Family-owned & operated

YUM.... Brittney our waitress suggested some amazing things. Great menu. Hard to choose what to…read morepick. Love everything about this place.

Food was on par and 4 stars. I found it unconventional to be mexican and charge for any sauces to…read morego with the mexican food... on that note I'll say the pricing is unusual and it was over $100 for a party of 3 with a single app of nachos and water for drinks. Many mexican restaurants like to include their homemade nachos to get you started and it can leave an impression IMO. To be fair, both the cook and the waitress were new for our visit. That seems unfortunate but no harm and no foul other than 1 partially wrong order. I rate this 3 stars especially given the number of Mexican options in the area.

Shrimp Taco Dobladita Style (folded taco)

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Tlaquepaque Mexican Cuisine

3.8(282 reviews)

1.0 mi

He sat at the bar ordered the ACC it was good just needed A…read morefork Service was great Food was great such a great atmosphere and vibe

Love the food here! Barria pizza! Queso! Guacamole! Very nice staff. And they are renovating the…read moredining area! They stayed open during Covid. Solid!!!!

Seating area

Burrito Vaquero

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Coconut Margarita

Fire Tacos

4.5(4 reviews)

11.9 mi

Friendly staff. Came for 2 tacos while we waited for our cookies. Definitely fresh made. Good…read moreflavor. $8 for 2 tacos feels pricey but it was good.

It's a pretty unassuming food truck, but I got my order in easily and only had to wait for a few…read moreminutes before they called my number. I ordered steak nachos, and they were damn good! They weren't skimpy with the meat or sauces, and I wasn't left with any dry chips at the end either. Honestly the only thing I'd change is to have more of the roasted jalapenos on there - they added a slight kick and smoky taste that really made the nachos pop! I'll certainly be back to check out some more of their menu!

Salsas

Chicken Burrito

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Chicken Burrito

Toros Tacos Y Tequila

4.3(69 reviews)

10.5 mi

Overpriced, bland Mexican food…read more Was super excited to try this place as everyone seems to speak super highly of it, but we did not have a good experience. You have to pay for chips and salsa, which, I mean, what?! I've never been to a Mexican establishment and had to pay for chips and salsa. $20 for a burrito? That's bland? Just absolutely ridiculous and extremely disappointing. We will try a different restaurant in town next time!

Stopped for dinner after a wonderful yoga class around the corner- so delicious!…read more The trio bowl was phenomenal and the quesadilla was delicious, too! They were very busy on a Thursday night, bar and outdoor seating were hopping! Very friendly staff and great food,

Taco salad with avocado instead of cheese

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Dragonfruit margarita

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Amanda C.

2 years ago

We can't thank Torry's Tacos enough for hosting our recent Wake Forest Pride social and fundraiser! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and enjoyable. A huge shoutout to Elkin, who made setting up the event so easy--everything was well-organized and stress-free thanks to his help. On the day of the event, Tre Green, the amazing manager on staff, went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. The entire team's hospitality was incredible, and they created an atmosphere that felt inclusive and celebratory. As for the food and drinks? Absolutely fantastic! Every guest raved about how delicious everything was. We couldn't have asked for a better venue or team to help make this event such a success. We're already looking forward to partnering with Torry's Tacos again soon. Thank you for being such a supportive ally to our community! read more

Jai J.

Elite 23

348

3 years ago

Torchy's Tacos offers a tantalizing fusion of flavors that takes your taste buds on a thrilling journey. The inventive food combinations are a highlight, leaving you craving more with each bite. The queso, though fiery, manages to strike a satisfying balance that adds an extra kick to the experience. However, be prepared to loosen your purse strings, as the prices lean towards the premium side. This isn't your average Taco Bell, and the menu reflects that with its fused, spiced, and priced approach. If you're willing to splurge for a unique taco adventure, Torchy's is the place to be. Just don't expect it to be your budget-friendly go-to spot. read more

Morgan B.

3 years ago

Like heaven fr. Instead of milk and honey feed me Torchy's tacos amen. 85 characters for a review is low-key a stretch. Those were my filler words. Love me someMM MMM MMMMMMM torchy tacos read more

Gina C.

3 years ago

Open up more around the Triangle please! Atmosphere to drinks to tacos, all well done.

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Stopped by Torchy's Tacos over the weekend and it didn't disappoint. I was so excited to see that…read moreTorchy's is in the triangle area after relocating from Texas. When you arrive there is parallel parking outside the front of the restaurant and if that's full there is overflow parking in the back. When you walk in you'll be transported to a fast, casual taco shop near downtown Raleigh. To order you can either sit at the bar, order on the kiosks, or at the counter. I ordered the trailer park combo which comes with a trailer park taco (Fried chicken, green chiles, pico de gallo, mixed cheese with poblano sauce on a flour tortilla), queso and a drink. I'd recommend taking the lettuce off as I feel like it overpowers the taco. I also ordered the Ranch Hand breakfast taco (Cage free eggs, marinated and grilled steak, mixed cheese on a flour tortilla with a side of Diablo sauce). The Diablo sauce is a bit too hot for me so I subbed that for the salsa roja on the side. Both tacos were excellent and remind me of my first time eating Torchy's at their og location in Austin. Torchy's also has one of my favorite quesos as the green chiles really add a nice flavor. Highly recommend this spot if you are looking for good fast food Tex mex spot.

I tried Torchys when it first opened and thought this is ok. My husband wasn't with me and I wanted…read moreto try the smashburger taco of the month so we went back. And back again. It's a fun little fast date night. We order a bunch of tacos and split them so we can try different ones. The queso is also excellent The downside is the location is very loud.

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First they over charged us by 11 bucks then the tacos had these huge chunks of beef mixed with huge…read morechunks of fat as if the chef couldn't be bothered by chopping it down or cleaning up the meat.The aguachiles tasted horrific no lime an sauce was just raw tomatoes.

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super great atmosphere and service! birria tacos were amazing, and ricardo was even better. he was…read morea very attentive and respectful server. would come again!

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