After one of my friends told me about Jose and Sons, a Southern-Mexican fusion restaurant in Raleigh’s Warehouse District, I casually stalked them on Instagram and immediately developed a foodie crush on their chicharron and waffle dish. I vowed to consume this meal sometime during my graduate career, and this past weekend, I made the trek from Chapel Hill to Raleigh to fulfill my promise.
Category Archives: Mexican Cuisine
An Inspired Spot and Secret Tacos at Bartaco
I love tacos. Fancy tacos, $1 tacos, I’ll take them all. That’s why I...
Fogata Brava – Authentic Mexican Food in North Raleigh
I am a lover of all things Mexican food, especially tacos. So when I...
Babalu – Tacos and Tapas
Two of my favorite things are tacos and small plates, so I was so...
Leveled Up Tacos at NanaTaco
Owned by the Nana’s family of restaurants (Nana’s, Nanasteak), Nanataco is a departure from the fine dining of its relatives into the accessible and wildly successful fast-casual business model. In its airy “garage-turned-dining-room,” diners can chow down on Mexican-American staples that are a bit more thoughtful than the competition’s without deviating wildly from the price point that they are used to.
Viva DF Tequila and Taco Bar – Authentic Mexican Street Food
What better way to start your work week than meeting up with a friend...
Tijuana Flats – A Chain Worth Checking Out
Let’s be honest, us foodies can sometimes turn our noses up at chain restaurants....
Chronic Tacos – Fresh So-Cal Tacos Here in the Triangle
Chronic Tacos was founded by Randall (Randy) Wyner in Newport Beach, California. Randy wanted...
Virgil’s Original Taqueria – Bold Flavor, Bland Service
A friend and I recently visited Virgil’s Original Taqueria for a Monday night pick-me-up....
Chuy’s Tex Mex – Fun, Festive, and Fresh
Chuy’s Tex Mex opened in April over in the Parkside Town Commons shopping center...