El Cazador Carolina Beach

4.3
2344 reviews

About

Mexican Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

El Cazador Carolina Beach
103 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
28428, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
2,344 reviews
5 stars
1,492
4 stars
484
3 stars
164
2 stars
73
1 star
131

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality; some dishes praised while others were criticized for lack of flavor and poor preparation.

Service

Generally positive feedback on staff friendliness and attentiveness, though some customers reported issues with service speed and accuracy.

Portion Sizes

Many customers appreciated the large portion sizes, though some felt the food did not justify the price.

Atmosphere

The restaurant has a cozy and inviting atmosphere, but some noted issues with cleanliness and decor.

Value

Customers expressed mixed feelings about value for money, with some feeling prices were high for the quality of food.
  • VC
    Viau Christian
    Nov 16, 2025
    5.0
    Je donne un 5 étoiles pour le choix et en plus les prix vraiment correct et tout était bon en plus. Chips en compliment au début du repas en la salsa très bonne.
  • NN
    Nick
    Nov 9, 2025
    5.0
    I got The Quesabirria Tacos. They came out hot and amazing! They taste great and were perfect for dinner. I will be back to get them again. Definitely recommend. Atmosphere was great and the food service was very quick.
  • DD
    Darrin
    Nov 8, 2025
    5.0
    I love this place! Friendly staff, clean, and spacious seating. I look forward to my next visit. The off season does offer free street parking. There is a small parking lot, it is first come first served.
  • LB
    L Boyd
    Oct 31, 2025
    3.0
    First time trying this place. I always get fajitas at Mexican restaurants and I did here as well but was disappointed. I’m used to fajitas coming out sizzling but not this time. It was more like everything was stewed and WAY TOO MANY tomatoes. The salsa was very good though. Also, this is the first Mexican restaurant that doesn’t offer military discount.
  • VH
    Vanessa Hunt
    Oct 11, 2025
    2.0
    The restaurant itself is beautiful — it has a multi-level setup, warm decor, and a cozy atmosphere. The lighting is very dim though, to the point where we could barely see the menu. I liked that they brought the salsa out with individual dipping bowls and a little glass pitcher so everyone could pour their own — that was a nice touch. But the salsa itself tasted mostly like pure tomato with a little spicy kick and didn’t have much flavor beyond that. My mom ordered the menudo, and it was a big miss. It came with chopped jalapeños, cilantro, RED onions, and lime — but no hominy. The tripe was extremely soft and squishy instead of firm, which made the texture unpleasant. The flavor overall just didn’t hit the mark. They also only offered a choice of flour or corn tortillas on the side instead of tortillas or bread like I’m used to. I ordered the Build-Your-Own Combo with two enchiladas, a beef flauta, beans, and rice. The beans didn't have a lot of flavor, the rice was okay (probably the best part of my plate), and the flauta was dry and flavorless. The enchiladas were honestly shocking — I’m almost certain they were filled with Velveeta cheese. The taste was strange and artificial, nothing like traditional Mexican enchiladas. The one thing that was good was the shrimp — big, juicy, and flavorful. My tablemate said his steak was good too. The drinks were decent, and the local IPA came in a huge frosty mug, which was nice. We spent about $150 for four people including tip, which felt pretty steep for the quality of the food. The staff was friendly and attentive, but overall, the food was just really disappointing.

Frequently Asked Questions About El Cazador Carolina Beach

What are the regular business hours for El Cazador Carolina Beach?

El Cazador Carolina Beach is open Monday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

Does El Cazador Carolina Beach offer delivery and in-store pickup services?

Yes, El Cazador Carolina Beach provides both in-store pickup and delivery services.