Mexican Restaurants near Camp Lejeune

“LOS CASITA LOCA“the little crazy house”Dining fare at Camp Lejeune, the home of expeditionary warfare” is not limited. However, it is mostly the home of various popular fast-food franchises and the “chow” halls. There was a time when having breakfast at the Camp Lejeune Chow Hall was an experience to secretly anticipate. However, those halcyon days are now in the dust bins of history. Since the Pandemic, plastic utensils, Styrofoam plates, and a staff that looks at the prepared food with a mix of disdain and sorrow has curbed my joy.The breakfast burrito at the Chow Hall used to be a delight, an intoxicating mixture of hashbrown, chorizo, egg, cheese, black beans and love. Now it is all lies and prepacked blandness. I inquired about how long the tater tots had been sitting out. The worker replied, “Ten minutes”. They could not even look me in the eye. LIE! LIES! And more LIES! I took my homely lukewarm burrito to my table sobbing and in silence I ate. Drinking my black coffee from a Styrofoam cup. No more I cried to the gods in heaven NO MORE!!!LOS CASITA LOCA, a pale yellow drive through with outdoor seating……It sits in the middle of a largely abandoned parking lot. It’s asphalt riven with cracks and fissures, which speaks to the decay and inertia that has gripped this entire strip mall. The phallic box rises to great each day with pangs of weariness that are felt upon your approach. What good can come of this? you scream at an uncaring universe. The building looks like it is close to spontaneous combustion or simply suicidal collapse in the grueling heat of a coastal summer.Los Casitas Locas is open from 0800 to 1400, Monday through Friday and during those times. The drive through is akin to when the buzzards circle a dying carcass on a lonely backwoods’ road. The madness of this is nonstop. The workers inside are bone tired. Like Sisyphus of old they push their burritos up the hill only when finally reaching the peak they slide back down burrito hill. DOOMED FOR ALL ETERNITY TO MAKE AND REMAKE TASTY Highlander & California Burritos for a vast hungry horde of unknown persons. I always do the walk-up. I place my order. Looking at the poor woman she stares back with hollow vacant eye holes. A world weariness is upon here that no amount of rest can replenish. I place my order and tip 20%.I sit and patiently wait……..and wait. I wait a little longer. Other people are waiting as well. Everyone is patient, but there is always one who is not. They pace and sigh aloud. It’s amusing me. Their entreaties to the staff fall upon deaf and incredulous ears. Can you not see that it is just the two of us? Can you not see with your good eyes the circle of unending traffic that speaks to our popularity and tastiness of our burrito fare? Sit down and wait you poor fool.I usually order either the Highlander or the California Burrito with Steak. The Highlander is stuffed with egg, bacon, sausage, cheese, sour cream, and cheese. The California Burrito has steak and cheese and lots of other good things that I can’t quite remember this morning. But rest assured you will not be disappointed. Los Casita Loca is a real gem in this world of cookie cutter nonsense, it manages to rise above and deliver excellent food for the money. I highly recommend.“

“This is a very nice Taco Bell! I absolutely loved the atmosphere, service and cleanliness. I will be coming back here again. Many others agree with me because there was a big nice line in the drive through and several costumers inside. I will be coming back for more.Vegetarian options: They have food without meat!Parking: There is plenty of parking“

“This place is so inviting!! The atmosphere is very fun and pleasant!! The salsa and queso is top notch, and the food is A1 best Mexican food I’ve had so far!! We all three got a different kind of margarita and they were very strong and tasty!! Nicolas was a very awesome server!! Request him and you won’t regret it!!! Will be returning and highly recommend for you to try!!!“

“I recently placed a catering order and was blown away at the ease of their service and selection. I opted to pick-up everything versus delivery and it was perfect. They provide heaters, serving stands and everything was neatly arranged to use quickly setup at home. There was more than enough food and everyone couldn’t stop talking about how good it all was. I would definitely recommend them to anyone!“

“I was there today for the taco Tuesday special. The server we had could not get the order right and when we asked for some cheese dip he asked if we were being rude. this is the third time he has messed up my order. if I do dine there again I will ask for another server besides this one.“

“Food was good but we came for dessert. The churros and flan were delicious! We tried the empanadas but they had zero seasoning. Just bland chicken and bland cheese fried in separate bland flour tortillas. That was served with a some toppings of lettuce, guacamole, Pico, and sourcream. Not much help from the toppings. Ambiance was too bright and bar guests were being over served past inhebriation. Kind of ruined the mood for our date.“

“We've been coming here for the last couple years. You can call and order ahead, which is what I would suggest. Their breakfast burritos are really yummy. I expected their super nachos to be larger, just based on our orders at other places.. their customer service in person is ok. Its family-owned and a small business, so we like to support where we can.“

“Wonderful food..waitress was fantastic..and loved the atmosphere. Party of 5..All dishes arrived hot and in timely manner. Portions were amazing..prices are very fair. Guacamole is BEST ever..fresh and authentic!! Drinks were perfect! Thanks so much for a superb meal and service. *****This restaurant is first and only 'all star' I have posted*****“

“Today is a very rainy day, and I didn't feel like cooking, and I didn't know what I wanted to eat. I had to run an errand nearby and saw Mi Cabana Mexican Restaurant. I stopped in, hoping my food would not take very long. From the moment I stepped into the restaurant, I was greeted with a warm welcome and a host that helped me choose from the menu based on my indecisiveness. The food was excellent! Pictures are coming soon. Rainy day blues? This is the place to eat. ???“

“I go in there from time to time. They always have great deals and their staff is really friendly. I especially love, Dennis he always takes great care of me. It's a great place to stop if you're doing a little shopping in the mall.“

“Great steak tacos. $2.50 each. Many entrees offered $12.00. It comes with beans, rice. Chicken polo, hot green salsa sauce, fresh flour or corn tortillas, chalupas, quessadillas, fresh cilantro. Good prices. Always open 7 days a week from 10-8. Turn right from Jacksonville on Marine Blvd before Triangle @ Dairy Queen onto 258. It's on the left in parking lot next to Green Clean Car wash. Cute yellow taco truck.Parking: At Flea Market parking lot. (That is usually open Saturday's only).“