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Spanish cuisine: the best places to taste it in Durham

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Pincho Loco
99/100 (566 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Latin
South American
Native American
Spanish
Latin
South American
Central American
Native American
American
American
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Ice Cream
CafƩ
Spanish
American
South American
Native American
Latin
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
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Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
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Cheap Eats
"I loved this place! The array of desserts are great & the service could not have been better. The employees were so helpful and cheerful plus the..."
Liz Taylor
"Amazing ice cream! They have tequila and kahlua ice cream as well and do beer floats. Definitely try the tiger tail..."
Jonathan Castro
"Friendly owners, delicious and reasonably priced ice cream, our family's favorite ice cream..."
Sarah Kiser Yelton
"Great place! Owners are very friendly. Thanks..."
Sandy del Cid
"Precioso...todo delicioso....un lugar para disfrutar en..."
Virginia Landaverde
"This place ROCKS!! So..."
Atom Dycus
"EXCELENTES, preparados con el carisma y sabor tropical latino..."
Carlos Eduardo CalderĆ³n
"My grandson loves the lime popsicle. He says itā€™s double..."
Robin Reeves Krause
El Chapin Restaurante
95/100 (1177 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Latin
Central American
Spanish
Latin
Central American
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Central American
Latin
Spanish
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Mateo Bar De Tapas
92/100 (4388 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Pintxo Platter
Croquettes
Calamares
Arroz Con Trufa Cakas Para Rice While Truffle Poached You
Chicken Croquettes
Surryano Ham Toast
Blood Sausages
Cheerwine Sangria
Lamb
Tapas
Fried chicken
Shrimp
Fish
Flan
Ribs
Beer
Tuetano
Pork
Fried Egg
Meatloaf
Banana Pudding
Chicken Croquetas
Salad
Pato Y Arroz
Gazpacho
Chili
Deviled Eggs
Tortillas
Toasts
Crab
Patatas Bravas
Pan Con Tomate
Scallops
Chocolate Mousse
Meatballs
Clams
Costillas de Puerco
Octopus
Duck
Fall Sangria
Chicken Wings
Oyster
Seafarer Paella
Queso
Calamari
Core Sound Head on Shrimp a La Plancha
Patatas Bravas
Mussels
Sit down
Spanish
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Fantastic restaurant in the heart of downtown Durham. We enjoyed every tapa we ordered, even though for some of them we really didn't know what to..."
Alessandra Cerri Nelson
"An unbelievable food experience. Iā€™ve yet to have a tapa that isnā€™t a flavor explosion. The staff always makes strong recommendations, from which..."
Trent Walton
"First Time here... was a Little apprehensive because the menu was so different (lol) however what we got was very tasty and the atmosphere and staff..."
Nathaniel Jaye
"The ONLY disappointing thing about Mateos is that once you've tried a handful of tapas, and fallen in love with said tapas (like the chicken..."
Sarah Marie Paxson
Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken
92/100 (241 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Spanish
Latin
Spanish
South American
Peruvian
Latin
Peruvian
South American
Dinner
Lunch
Peruvian
Latin
Spanish
South American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Boricua Soul
91/100 (266 ratings)
Restaurants
Caribbean
Street Food
Puerto Rican
Spanish
Street Food
Caribbean
Puerto Rican
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Puerto Rican
Spanish
Street Food
Caribbean
Seating
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Taqueria La Vaquita
87/100 (930 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Mexican
Mexican
Latin
Spanish
Central American
Latin
Central American
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Tacos
Sit down
Central American
Latin
Spanish
Mexican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Absolutely delicious! I only tried 4 tacos but I can't wait to go back for huaraches. Definitely try a steak..."
ivana susic
"Authentic. Delicious. Affordable. Three words that describe this amazing taqueria! I was told about this spot from a friend and said it is a must..."
Chandra Jennings
"Really good pork and chorizo tacos. Also amazing chicken..."
Pinaki Bose
"Always tasty. Taco plate is sized nicely for a small meal. Prices have gone up recently, but they're still well worth..."
Luminoso-Kenneth Cruz
"Amazing food & fast too! The guac & carne tacos were my favorite..."
Stephanie Barron
"Good true Mexican food at fair prices. I had enchiladas poblanas with chicken and mole. Generous portion. There's no indoor seating, so prepare to..."
Alejandro NuƱez-Jimenez
"Everything was amazing, they were super busy but the food came out fast and was delicious. I got the Birria tacos and they were juicy, messy, and so..."
Jordi Cera
"Love this place! Has authentic Mexican food, none of that Tex Mex food. All Gorditas and tortillas are handmade. I've had the burrito, tacos,..."
Claudia Miller
El Cuscatleco
86/100 (1145 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
South American
Central American
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
South American
Central American
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Fajitas
Pork
Sit down
Spanish
South American
Mexican
Central American
Latin
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Taberna Tapas
84/100 (1047 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Spanish
Spanish
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Meatballs
Salad
Paella
Crab
Patatas Bravas
Clams
Croquettes
Calamari
Cakes
Mussels
Lamb
Tuna
Pork
Calamares
Salmon
Crab Cake
Tapas
Lamb chops
Sit down
Spanish
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Had dinner last evening before a DPAC concert. The group paella was delicious! The house rioja was also very good. Our server was right on point. ..."
Deborah Neal
"The food was fantastic and the gf menu options were clearly listed. Drinks were refreshing. Service was great we told the waitress we were heading to..."
Janelle Sturtz Poplak
"Food was excellent! Oxtail was tender and delicious. Spicy lamb sausage was very flavorful. Grilled squid was cooked to perfection. Great wine and..."
Kristen Tucker
"Great food and nice atmosphere! The skirt steak and salmon cakes are the..."
Jennifer Lee Wiltz
"Great ambience, fantastic service and phenomenal food. Will definitely be back. Must try everything on this..."
Vid Enblom
"On point every single time! It's one of our favorite haunts and the service.... always friendly and welcoming. THIS is the neighborhood stop we have..."
Holly Tucker
"We have eaten here many times and have always had top notch food and..."
Teresa Anderson Rusk
"I loved the atmosphere, the service, the wine and the food. I would stick with the tapas and stay away from the paella because it's just ok, but I..."
Marianne Green
"Sooooo good. Great food, drinks and service. Tables are pretty tight together - so go prepared to chat with your..."
Katie Lucas Murray
Esmerada's Cafe
83/100 (523 ratings)
Quick Bites
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mexican
Latin
Spanish
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Taberna
82/100 (837 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Mediterranean
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Tapas
Sit down
Spanish
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Had dinner last evening before a DPAC concert. The group paella was delicious! The house rioja was also very good. Our server was right on point. ..."
Deborah Neal
"The food was fantastic and the gf menu options were clearly listed. Drinks were refreshing. Service was great we told the waitress we were heading to..."
Janelle Sturtz Poplak
"Food was excellent! Oxtail was tender and delicious. Spicy lamb sausage was very flavorful. Grilled squid was cooked to perfection. Great wine and..."
Kristen Tucker
"Great food and nice atmosphere! The skirt steak and salmon cakes are the..."
Jennifer Lee Wiltz
"Great ambience, fantastic service and phenomenal food. Will definitely be back. Must try everything on this..."
Vid Enblom
"On point every single time! It's one of our favorite haunts and the service.... always friendly and welcoming. THIS is the neighborhood stop we have..."
Holly Tucker
"We have eaten here many times and have always had top notch food and..."
Teresa Anderson Rusk
"I loved the atmosphere, the service, the wine and the food. I would stick with the tapas and stay away from the paella because it's just ok, but I..."
Marianne Green
"Sooooo good. Great food, drinks and service. Tables are pretty tight together - so go prepared to chat with your..."
Katie Lucas Murray
Makus Empanadas
80/100 (1155 ratings)
Quick Bites
South American
Argentinean
Vegan Options
Spanish
Latin
South American
Argentinean
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Beef
Fast food
Argentinean
Spanish
South American
Latin
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Discover
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Reservations
Dog Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Cheap Eats
"This was my first time eating empanadas from here. I got the beef empanadas which are supposed to be the most popular, and the sweet corn. I wasnā€™t..."
Luna Hugs
"Great empanadas. The baked crust was great and not nearly as heavy as I'm used to empanadas being, and in the little letters stamped into the..."
Eliza Biehl
"SO yummy. Got a veggie one (pictured) and ham and cheese one. 10/10 would go back! Small but filling! Good price! PS: they bake a letter into the..."
Kimberlin Schmidt
"Cleanliness 5/5. Food prep was done with gloves, which were then taken off and new ones put on by staff when handling money in between serving our..."
John Morris
El Dorado Mexican Restaurant
80/100 (1176 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Beef
Salad
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Fajitas
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"My husband and I went for the 1st time this evening. It was the best mexican food I've had since El Cazador in Fayetteville, NC. The prices were..."
Allie Charpentier
"My husband and I have lived in the area now for almost 18 years. We have tried the other restaurants in the RTP area that sell similar fare to the El..."
Renee Stalcup
"I have been going to El Dorado for a long time and have never had a bad experience there. The staff is super friendly and the food is always served..."
Janet Jan Hulin
"The food was amazing, the service was excellent the atmosphere was relaxing I went with Co-workers but Thursday I am taking my family there it was..."
Walter Harris
"Absolutely love this place. Amazing food and atmosphere, I come home from school and request it for..."
Emily Barbour
"Always great food. And Humberto always makes you feel like family. Definitely give it a..."
Bill Farley
"I love this place! The food is awesome and the staff takes excellent care of you!!!..."
Jyvonne Bond
"I absolutely love this place. The food and prices are..."
Kelsey Hale Hicks
"Me encanta la comida! El personal es muy amable " felicidades..."
Adela Maciel
"Went around 5p on a Wednesday...not busy around this time. Attentive staff and speedy service. 2.99 margaritas on Wednesdays and they were..."
Natasha Wells
"I really enjoy this Mexican restaurant. I've been there multiple times, everytime for lunch. I mainly get the bean burrito and cheese enchilada with..."
Dhruv Patel
"Good food, great service and friendly staff. Free chips and salsa and quick to refill drinks. Will happily be come back. Btw queso is very good with..."
J.T. Mertz
"This was my first time here and I'll definitely be back! I got the Beef Chimichanga with rice that was excellent. The favor of the seasoned beef was..."
Lee Nelson
"I debated what Mexican restaurant to go to as a visitor in the area. I didnt want the fake, Mexican-inspired food that is so common, I wanted..."
Andrew H
"This our go-to for Mexican cuisine. The food is awesome, as is the staff. We have a favorite table, and we almost always get it. My personal..."
Roberta Wippich
Sarah's Empanadas
79/100 (650 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Latin
South American
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
South American
Mexican
Lunch
Sit down
Latin
Spanish
South American
Mexican
Seating
Takeout
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great food and great service will definitely go back. Their empanadas are the..."
Melissa Tegnelia
"Literally my favorite all time lunch place in the RTP area since 1997. Sarah is a local treasure and the food is excellent. Personal favorites are..."
Steve Celestini
"eat empanadas there, or take 'em and bake 'em.... either way they are awesome. and the soups and the beans and the rice... and holy moly the..."
James Waldo
"Delicious food, exceptional service, great atmosphere and can't beat the price..."
Monica J Molina
"Love Sarah and hers Empanadas they are the best..."
Sarka Knoflickova Leli
"I love the Spinach and cheese..."
Toya Wall
"Great food, pleasant staff, homey atmosphere. I looked up food and saw empanadasā€”couldnā€™t resist. Upon entering I was greeted and offered a..."
Victor-Alan Weeks
"Friendly family owned business. The empanadas and the plantains were both..."
OT Dev
"Empanadas were very good. Good fried sweet bananas. Arepa was so- so, more like a pancake than a cornmeal..."
Hal Sandick
"Quite possibly the best empanadas I've ever tasted! We visited Eno Fest in Durham where we tried a chicken and cheese empanada which was already..."
HallWay Video Productions
"Love this place. If itā€™s your first time, make sure you give the desert empanadas a try. Everything is delicious and so glad a restaurant like this..."
Brendon Loxton
"Interesting mix of central American foods. Was pleasantly surprised when they had gazpacho last time I was..."
Jim Elliott (RapidEye)
Blue Corn Cafe
75/100 (623 ratings)
Restaurants
South American
Latin
Central American
Caribbean
Vegetarian Friendly
South American
Cuban
Central American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Spanish
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Cuban Sandwich
Island Nachos
Beef
Black Bean Tortas
Flan
Plantain Sampler
Flautas
Bistec Milanesa
Milanesa de Pollo
Salad
Veggie Queso with Goat Cheese
Strawberry Cheesecake
Vegan Fajitas
Fish
Fish Tacos
Fried Plantains
Tapas
Maduros
Fish Taco
Platanos Fritos
Tacos
Enchiladas Con Mole
Pollo Milanesa
Tostones
Fajitas
Tres Leches
Sandwiches
Cuban Sandwich
Chicken Wings
Guacamole Appetizer
Sit down
Spanish
Latin
South American
Mexican
Central American
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Very good, very healthy food, with flavors that come from main ingredients thoughtfully combined, rather than a generic salty or sugary..."
Philindo Marsosudiro
"Great food and great service. Staff and management treat you like family. If you havenā€™t been to Blue Corn Cafe then youā€™re missing one of the..."
Norman James
"The food is outstanding and always perfectly prepared. The staff is friendly and very attentive. Great selection beer also. We love the place..."
Jay Davis
"I love this place! The food is consistently delicious and the service is great. Highly recommend..."
Dyana Sardina Paredes
"Food was delicious, service was amazing and the $10 margarita pitchers made the day!! Great place all..."
Paula Peach Evans
"Excellent food and very nice staff!! I recommend it to..."
Nathan Evans
"The staff and owners of Blue Corn are so wonderful and attentive. They really do their best to let you know you are welcome and valued! The food is..."
Toni Stevens
"The energy here is really lovely and the food delicious. The staff is kind. I eat here regularly. We are lucky to have them in..."
Laurece West
"First time dining and will return. Excellent service! Great atmosphere. Great music choice and not extremely loud. Very attentive! We never had to..."
Angie Combs
"Another great meal last night - and the two servers and the hostess working last night were wonderful, friendly, personable. Eating at Blue Corn is..."
Raewyn Chavez
"This is an excellent place to eat. The food was amazing and..."
Regenea Gibson
"Ate here for the first time today. Cannot say enough how delicious the food was! For a vegetarian like myself there were so many options!!! Can't..."
Megan Avig Mott
"Comfortable atmosphere, very friendly and attentive staff. The food was well prepared and tasty. The Roasted Pork Barbacoa was a hit with my..."
Nancy Eisenhuth Sawaya
"So consistently good! Always warm friendly service and the food is..."
Julia Webb-bowden
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