Monte De Rey - Winston Salem

Just okay. This location in the Harris Teeter shopping center does, at least, have better food than the location in Clemmons in my opinion. The salsa and rice are good, which were two of my biggest qualms about the Clemmons location. Not sure why they seem to be so different. This location is a little inconvenient, as it's located in the middle of the shopping center. Guests who would require handicap parking, I'm not really sure that there is any. Just something to be aware of. I sat outside on the patio which was very nice, and dog friendly. It seemed that all the servers were kind of floating around the patio, but we went a solid 20 minutes without chips. The queso was cold by the time they came out and I would expect chips to be the first thing on the table. The drinks didn't taste like they'd been made with a syrupy artificial margarita mix, but they just weren't the best. The salsa is very fresh and delicious. The guacamole had great flavor but the texture was a little weird for me. I expect a fresh, chunky guacamole, and this one was more smooth which almost made me feel like it wasn't fresh. It reminded me of the packaged kind you purchase in the store. I still really liked the flavor, but some fresh chunky texture would help. I ordered the Quesabirria as my entree and it was REALLY good! It came with 3 tacos, double wrapped in a yummy corn tortilla. It had been griddled with the delicious consommé, and packed to the brim with tender, flavorful meat and melty cheese. The consommé was thick and hearty, it really clung to the tortilla, it was great. I love the cilantro and onions in the broth. I personally would've loved extra cilantro and onions on the tacos themselves, but I suppose I could've asked for that. I ordered a side of rice as well and they brought me fries at first. It didn't take a terribly long time for them to bring the rice after this mishap, for which I was grateful. The rice was good, but not my favorite. It could've had a little more flavor! My friend got the ACP Texano and she enjoyed it. I've definitely had some good experiences at Monte D's, but sadly I've never been just BLOWN AWAY. It's easy and quick in a pinch, but with a surplus of similar restaurants in the area, I'm not sure this one stands up against the others. I enjoy the food but there's a bit of work to be done to get to that level of great!

We eat here and get takeout often and I'm always satisfied with our food! My favorite are the enchiladas. The prices are extremely reasonable (the combos are amazing) and they always have drink specials. Just a classic, good option for Mexican food when you're in the mood!

Very good food, decent service, and even better company. If I'm back in WS, I'll probably visit again.

Drinks are very good. I went there for the food I got two tacos beef with rice an beans my taco shell was very stale. Had to return my food. Our cheese dip was cold but they warned it up for us.Service is okay!

The food is very well priced and delicious! The ambience is so nice, a gray place for a family meal or date night!