San Felipe - Leland

The quality of this restaurant is going downWe've been ordering here for 8 years & decided to get take out tonight.

This was a convenient stopping point for dinner on the way to Myrtle Beach from the Raleigh areaWe're glad we stopped here.

It's a chain Mexican restaurant but it's good foodThe service has always been good to me thereThey can serve your food fast if you're in a hurry.

Last night was the one of the best experiences I ever had here at this establishment we were in and out in under 30 minutes it was beautiful Thank you from the bottom of my heart

The minute I walked in I anticipated a good experience as the spaciousness was inviting, and decor appeared authentic as the sounds of Mexican music ushered me in. It was a late afternoon on the eve of New Year’s Eve that I decided to try this place. I was dining alone and super hungry, so I decided to sit at a table rather than the bar. I was seated quickly and within minutes had a bowl of chips and salsa in front of me (loved this)! The next few minutes, this welcoming atmosphere went all downhill. I believe it had much to do with the mannerisms of my Waiter. Since it was my first time dining, and the menu was extensive, I took my time ordering. It appeared the Waiter was impatient as he kept coming to take my order but I wasn’t ready. Between the snacking on the chips and getting hydrated, I felt relaxed and wanted to take my time to make a decision. I easily brushed off his impatience as my sensitivity. It took us several attempts to place the order. I wanted the fish taco with a hard shell and for some reason, he kept saying soft. When I understood this to mean that I couldn’t get a fish taco with a hard shell I took it off my order, it was then that he got it right; fish taco with hard shell. I also ordered a steak. Not sure of the name of it exactly but thought I’d try it since I’ve enjoyed the seasoning of the steak at past Mexican restaurants. The Waiter was gracious enough to ask if I wanted “medium rare” or “medium well”. I was appreciative of this clarification. After I placed my order, I clearly stated that I wanted the tacos as an appetizer and steak as an entree. In other words, I did not want them to come out at the same time. Needless to say, as you can see by the photo, they arrived 3 minutes apart. As dismayed as I was about this, I did not request it to go back. I heard horror stories in doing this so there it sat, getting cold, while I ate the fish tacos. I looked forward to the fish tacos because they are my favorite kind of taco and not everyone sells them. It was ok, nothing to brag about as the fish taste seemed muted. When I finally moved on to the steak, it was not hot enough so I ended up taking it home. It didn’t have the flavor I was looking for, however the medium rare was cooked to perfection. I wanted to order a drink but the Waiter seemed hurried and preoccupied. When I asked for more napkins, he passed my table several times thereafter and finally brought me the napkins, almost as an after thought. While I was eating, it appeared he was circling my table with anxiousness. After a time he came and asked you done? I thought the question was rather gruff and could have been asked better such as can I get you something else? . At this point I stopped making excuses for his behavior and resigned to leave, especially with the cold steak. He brought the check and immediately was ready to check me out without bothering to ask if I wanted dessert. I wanted dessert but was tired of his hurrying manner. I paid the check, and despite my misgivings left an adequate tip slightly above 20%. As a last attestation to what I will call his rudeness, he collected the signed check and disappeared before I so much as gathered my purse and doggie bag. I am giving three stars because of the bland taste of the food (although plated nicely) and the Waiter’s lack of hospitality. There are plenty of other Mexican restaurants to patronage. I will not visit or recommend this one any time soon.