Anthony Cordova
I’m visiting from out of state and decided to stop by Little Ray, and I’m so glad I did. The service was amazing, the staff was welcoming and attentive, and the tacos were absolutely phenomenal — fresh, flavorful, and prepared perfectly.
Juan helped me during my visit and he was phenomenal. He was friendly, professional, and made the whole experience even better. Because of him and the incredible food, this place truly exceeded my expectations.
I will definitely be coming back again the next time I’m in town. Highly recommend!
… moreScott H
Interesting set up .. not a fan of the order up front and we’ll bring the food. Especially when not familiar with the menu. Tip trap, don’t get caught like I did. You get all the accessories yourself. Flavors are great! We ate off breakfast menu.
… moreDavid Coolidge
I was really excited to try Little Rey for the first time, especially with all the buzz about it in Raleigh’s Iron Works district. Unfortunately, our experience fell well short of expectations. While the atmosphere and service were fine, the food itself was just underwhelming and definitely didn’t live up to the hype.
We’ve eaten at places like Gym Tacos, Fritos Burgers and Tacos, and G Tacos (another local favorite), and those spots deliver much more bold, satisfying flavors and better value for what you pay. At Little Rey, we found the tacos and other dishes to be pretty bland and not worth the price, especially when there are so many better Mexican/taco options around town.
It may be great for some, but for us it was a disappointment — not the standout meal we were hoping for on our first visit.
… moreKent Carollo
We had a rough night trying to get settled in Raleigh, and we had quite the appetite when we finally arrived to Little Rey the next morning. Asiya and the dream team were so kind and accommodating that we felt better as soon as we walked in. We’re long-time fans of this Ford Frye restaurant, and we’re happy to hear they had a Raleigh location. The food was incredible as usual, but it was Asiya and her kindness that made all the difference on this visit.
… moreNook H
Really tasty tacos with fresh ingredients and great flavor! The chips with queso and guac were perfect, and the Grapefruit drink was super refreshing. Casual spot with good vibes and quick service. Definitely worth coming back for more! ✨
… moreGeorge
My new favorite lunch place in Raleigh Iron Works. Great tacos, draft and bottle Mexican beer and excellent airy chips and fresh guac. Big bonus for me—they take cash and no QR code ordering required. Very nice staff.
… moreKierstyn Myers
Little Rey’s in Raleigh did not disappoint! We started with the queso primo and it was the perfect way to kick off the meal. It was rich, cheesy, and packed with flavor. For mains, we tried the chef’s special tacos, arroz con pollo, and the Diablo shrimp tacos. Each dish was fresh, vibrant, and absolutely delicious with the shrimp tacos bringing just the right amount of heat.
The service was just as impressive as the food. Quinn took amazing care of us and made the whole experience even better. If you’re looking for a spot in Raleigh that combines bold flavors with excellent hospitality, Little Rey’s should be at the top of your list.
… moreSJM
A little surprised by all of the glowing reviews after trying it out finally. Service was very slow and when we finally got our food it was nothing to brag about. The Arroz con Pollo bowl was flavorless and 90% kale. We also got some breakfast tacos and a kids meal. Everything was mid at best. Can’t say we will be back to try it again or recommend it to anyone.
… moreMJ Worldwide
Absolutely delicious. The chips are thin and delicious. The small queso is bigger than Moes or Chipotle. Looking forward to eating here again!
… moreAndrea Byrd
Excellent food and atmosphere. I tend to stay away from ACP at Mexican restaurants but this was the freshest bowl of ACP I’ve ever had! I’ll definitely come back!
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