Best Local Restaurants as Rated by Our Technicians
Owner: Benjie
Benjie’s choice: HWY 200 North
Cuisine: American
Location: 222 N Central Ave, Locust, NC 28097
When it comes to classic American fare, Benjie turns to HWY 200 North. This cozy diner-style restaurant serves up mouthwatering burgers, and crispy fries. Benjie’s favorite meal to order at HWY 200 North is chicken livers, collard greens, and buttered mashed potatoes.
Manager: Cody
Cody’s choice: Los Jacubes Family Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine: Mexican
Location: 213 N Main St, Oakboro, NC 28129
Cody’s love for authentic Mexican cuisine led him to Los Jacubes Family Mexican Restaurant. With its warm ambiance and a menu full of traditional flavors, this restaurant is a local favorite. From savory tacos to cheesy enchiladas, Los Jacubes has something has something for every Mexican food enthusiast. Cody’s favorite meal to order is Mexican chicken with onions, mushrooms, queso, and rice, with sweet tea!
Social Media Manager: Callie
Callie’s choice: Los Jacubes Family Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine: Mexican
Location: 213 N Main St, Oakboro, NC 28129
Callie and her brother Cody share a passion for Mexican cuisine, and Los Jacubes tops her list! The friendly staff and vibrant atmosphere add to the overall appeal. She enjoys trying new foods on the menu, but her overall favorite meal is Mexican chicken with extra mushrooms and sweet tea. Callie worked at this restaurant for quite some time-so she has a special connection with Los Jacubes!
Technician in Training: Gage
Gage’s choice: Los Jacubes Family Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine: Mexican
Location: 213 N Main St, Oakboro, NC 28129
Yet another vote for Los Jacubes Mexican Restaurant comes from Gage, reinforcing its reputation as a local flavor haven. It’s evident that Los Jacubes Family Mexican Restaurant has successfully captured the hearts and palates of our team! Gage’s favorite meal is a classic ACP (arroz con pollo) with extra queso, and sweet tea!
Technician: Bobby
Bobby’s choice: Los Jacubes Family Mexican Restaurant
Cuisine: Mexican
Location: 213 N Main St, Oakboro, NC 28129
If you can’t already tell-Los Jacubes is a “fan-favorite” in our shop. Bobby loves the chips and salsa, enchiladas, and sweet tea. He loves the atmosphere, especially when our whole team goes out to lunch to Los Jacubes together! Bobby’s favorite meal is the pollo fundido.
Technician: Bill
Bill’s choice: Mi Fuente Fresh Mexican Grill
Cuisine: Mexican
Location: 117 N Central Ave, Locust, NC 28097
Adding another Mexican restaurant to the list! Bill enjoys going to Mi Fuente Mexican Grill with his beloved wife, Rita! He enjoys eating the chips and salsa, as well as trying new meals each time! Fun fact: the owners of Mi Fuente and Los Jacubes are brothers, and both restaurants produce delish food! Bill’s favorite meal is a Mexican feast loaded with chicken, shrimp, and of course queso!
Shop Security: Wrecker
Wrecker’s choice: Anything and everything!
Cuisine: Anything!
When you’re in town Wrecker highly recommends trying out all of the restaurants above! He especially loves doughnuts from Handi Mart! Wrecker gives all food a wagging tail in approval! We keep a huge box of bones at the shop for him, and he eats so many everyday! He might just be a little spoiled! :)