Location: Wake Forest
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Top Things to do in Wake Forest
Most Popular Latin food in Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
Reviews on Latin food in Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States. Wake Forest is a town in Franklin and Wake counties in the U.S. state of North Carolina; located almost entirely in Wake County, it lies just north of the state capital, Raleigh. The population was 30,117 at the 2010 census, up from 12,588 at the 2000 census. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates the city's population to be 34,752 as of July 1, 2013. In 2007, the town was listed by Forbes magazine as the 20th fastest growing suburb in America, with a 73.2 percent increase in population between 2000 and 2006. Wake Forest was the original home of Wake Forest University for 122 years before it moved to Winston-Salem in 1956.
Things to do in Wake Forest
1. Gonza Tacos y Tequila
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By jrscooter
We went to gonza expecting authentic tacos . We got that and more ! The decor is artsy and fun . The menu was a surprise . As we read about the items, we soon discovered elements of Mexican , Puerto Rican , Dominican , Colombian and even some American dishes . If you find this difficult to navigate , the staff will help, though I assure you there is no such thing as a bad dish here
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2. Tlaquepaque Mexican Cuisine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By AddyJoeTV
Of all the Mexican food restaurants, this is the best one. Itâs a bit fresher and more authentic. It has table side guacamole.
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3. Los Tres Magueyes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By Renee_P_IL
Stayed at the Hampton and desk clerk recommended this place when we asked for a close (walking distance) local place. Chips were fresh and hot, salsa flavorful and smoky. 1800 margarita was strong and well made. Ordered combo of chicken taco and chicken enchilada, with rice and beans. Came out fast, hot and delicious. Server was friendly and efficient. Would definitely eat here again!
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4. Tropical Picken Chicken
Overall Ratings
4 based on 101 reviews
Great deal for family outings. Awesome carribean food.
Reviewed By tailsock
I've been going to Tropical Picken Chicken for years since the management changed. The food is almost always the same, tasty Puerto Rican with some Columbian and Cuban offerings for the most part. I recommend the Bandeja Paisa for a hearty sampler that includes several different items. The egg is sometimes really runny and the steak is always overcooked but It's tasty and fairly priced for the most part. There's a lunch portion during the week and a buffet every other Sunday. There's no salt or pepper at the tables (which is an irritant) and the green sauce near the drink machine isn't always available. My biggest complaint, however, is with the service; in particularly that of an older lady whom I assume is the owner. She refuses to acknowledge customers who walk in while she's busy and even ignored us when WE greeted HER. She seemed very cold natured but warmed up a bit after checking in to see how our meals tasted. This place is very good for the town of Wake Forest which offers a fairly dull, almost rural variety of restaurants. Hope service improves.
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5. The Empanada Factory
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Introducing Wake Forest's newest crave The Empanada Factory, specializing in over 40 savory and sweet, handmade Empanadas and a variety of our homemade sauces. Accompany your Empanadas with a choice of delicious starters and sides including Loaded Nachos,
Reviewed By DonN263
This small place in a strip mall has great empanadas. My daughter and I have been there twice and will be back.They offer at least a total of 20 different flavors of empanadas. They have vegetarian, meat, specialty and dessert empanadas to choose from. All are $3 except for specialty which are $4.Both my daughters and I got a combination dinner or 2 empanadas, a side and a drink for slightly less than $10. Empanadas we're delicious.Dessert empanadas are out of this world. Tried the cheesecake empanada and it was almost to die forThe restaurant has a small seating area and is relatively plain. You order at counter than they bring your food to where you are sitting.The food is good enough for a rating of 5 but the fact the interior is plain and this is not a full service restaurant without waiters and a chef precludes the higher rating.Recommended highly if you like empanadas.
