10/26/09

Great Mexican Food

by ShadesOfGrey

The fresh chips and salsa are awesome, they have some of the best quesadillas I've ever had, and they make a great Mojito.

I haven't had anything there that I didn't like, but being a college student I have to say that it is a little pricey to be so close to the university. If it were cheaper I would go a lot more.

• Pros: Food and Service
• Cons: Price

08/04/09

My Absolute Favorite!

by CSMobileUser

I have been coming to Monterreys for 10 years with my boyfriend. It become my favorite mexican restaurant quickly. We moved away from Charotte but go every time we are back visiting! I get the Super Vegetarian Quesadilla and my boyfriend gets the chicken fajitas and they are amazing every time! The queso dip is so delicious! I usually smother my quesadilla with the queso dip and it makes it AMAZING! I love cheese though so that's probably why I keep coming back! The staff is extremely nice ans attentative. As you can imagine, they know us very well since we have been here many many times and they always greet us like we have kniwn them for years! They remember us! Its a MUST!

05/05/09

GOOD FOOD

by geemelissa

I love this place, been there many times, only time we get bad service is when we sit outside...Highly recommended

• Pros: Love the chips and salsa, queso and margaritas!
• Cons: Service isnt always good

02/28/08

Amazing.

by Morgan6442

Best valued mexican food in charlotte.The food is amazing and the service is very speedy. Also the cheese dip is to die for.

01/01/07

super nice staff

by askhan1

being in college im a pro at finding the most for my buck. that being said, i usually think twice before going to monterrey's. everytime i go its super slow for refried beans and rice. the menu is okay. nothing special. just tacos, burritos, etc. typical mexican fare. i didnt try the sangria but apparently i should..maybe next time. staff is really nice and thoughtful.

12/16/06

Small location, big flavor.

by Contributor

The Food
Monterrey' s authentic Mexican offerings are absolutely fabulous, with fresh ingredients and lively flavor. If you're famished, go for a combination platter: The chicken or beef burrito or enchilada with taco, rice and beans is easily enough for two meals. Even if your eyes are bigger than your stomach, you'll have fabulous leftovers.

For a complete package, start with the cheese dip (a nice addition to the fresh chips and salsa provided before the meal) and end with the fried ice cream--a delicacy topped with a light chocolate sauce and presented on a cinnamon-crusted pastry shell.

The Scene
This cozy find, which feels a little small in the former Rainbow Deli location, is a refreshing switch from the commercialized norm of Charlotte Mexican fare. The service is excellent--friendly and attentive--and the atmosphere is subtly and lively, yet intimate enough for casual conversation.

10/23/06

EXCELLENT FOOD

by missyg828

The chips and salsa are the best in town. Food is great- HUGE menu. Service can be slow. Great atmosphere. One downfall- We usually go with coupons we found in the paper- and they never honor them, for one reason or another. Still love the food though.

• Pros: Great food, fun atmosphere
• Cons: can have slow service

09/14/06

Average Mexican Restaurant

by franklin71

I went to Monterey's based on the recommendations found on CitySearch. It reminded me of an average type Mexican restaurant with average food, and average atmosphere. In other words, I was slightly disappointed. The staff was friendly, however the food was bland. I ordered a comination plate which was plenty of food, and I can eat a lot! Unfortunately I had to eat a lot of bland food with little to no spice or flavor to speak of. I had the Sangria which was again, nothing better than average, and I'm almost positive I could pull a recipe off the net and do as well. Also I drank 3 or 4 glasses of it and I felt no buzz. Hmmmmm... Anyway, if you are looking for a restaurant with good prices and boring food this place is the place for you. If you are looking for a "WOW!" than keep looking.

• Pros: Friendly Staff, Clean appearance, Good prices
• Cons: Food is bland, Atmosphere is average

05/15/06

BRING OUT THE SANGRIA

by kat6777

NOT ONLY DOES THIS PLACE HAVE WONDERFUL MEXICAN FOOD, IT ALSO HAS GREAT SANGRIA THAT IS MADE WITH FRESH FRUIT CUT UP INSIDE THE GLASS. IT IS SO SMOOTH, YOU DONT REALIZE JUST HOW MUCH YOU'VE HAD UNTIL YOU STAND UP. PLEASE TRY IT!!!

• Pros: COZY SEATING, CLEAN RESTROOMS, KID FRIENDLY

06/06/05

Best Mexican Food at the Best Prices

by parkthecar

The authentic mexican food here is scrumptious... I reccomend everyone try Monterrey's.. they also have Pineville and Matthews locations.