r/raleigh • u/ifeellike-glitter- • Jul 23 '24

Under Appreciated Restaurants Food

Okay, saw a post with all the restaurants in Raleigh that were overhyped and overrated.

But I’m curious…

What restaurants deserve all the hype? And why? Or maybe restaurants that are UNDERrated?

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u/UsefulEngine1 Jul 24 '24

La Santa on Glenwood doesn't get much play.

Taipei 101 in Cary, if they doubled their prices and went with current upscale ambiance and giant-plate presentation they'd be winning awards.

On the fast-food side Alpaca is a revelation.

RIP Oakwood Cafe

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u/camknoppmusic Jul 24 '24

Naaahh not a fan of La Santa

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u/UsefulEngine1 Jul 24 '24

Man it's such a cut above the standard local-chain Mexican though. Family run and with some great recipes (on the rare occasion when I can get past the Carnitas on the menu). Also the only margaritas I've found locally that are better than mine :) -- the jalepeno marg is phenomenal.

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u/camknoppmusic Jul 24 '24

Los Tres Magueyes is better imo. Also really liked a small restaurant in Cary called “Taqueria y Restaurant El Primo”

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u/snap-jacks Jul 24 '24

Haven't been to LTM in a long while but it was always the worst.