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Dos Perros

We're unlike anything else in the Triangle.
Dos Perros offers fresh and truly authentic Mexican cuisine, an extensive beer list, and carefully chosen wines. Our house-made aguas frescas (horchata, hibiscus, and more) are delicious by themselves or in several of our innovative cocktails. And we serve it all in a warm but upscale environment.
And for groups of up to 50, we offer a warm, cozy, downstairs private dining room, perfect for private parties. Our 60" high-definition flat screen adds to the possibilities; think business meetings or presentations, movie night, or that big game.
Ideally located, we are downtown, just a couple-minute walk from the Durham Performing Arts Center, making us a popular pre- or post-performance restaurant destination.
Dos Perros Restaurant. A Mexican Place in the Heart of Downtown
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206 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(206 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 206 reviews
5 stars
(83)
4 stars
(92)
3 stars
(23)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic
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  • fit for foodies(104)
  • neighborhood gem(99)
  • good for groups(59)
  • special occasion(48)
  • hot spot(35)
  • vibrant bar scene(28)
Dos Perros Reviews List
Review 1 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fresh take on Mexican

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We really enjoyed Dos Perros! Great guacamole, fresh chips, delicious chile rellenos and chicken mole. Food was creative, yummy, and the portions were just right (enough to feel full, but not ridiculous like some Mexican places). I really appreciated that the perfect seasoning--I could taste the food, not just the sauce! Also, margaritas were yummy, and not too strong. Again, complex, good flavors. We went on a Sunday evening, so it wasn't noisy or crowded, and the service was pretty good. I had to ask for more water twice, but whatever--didn't bother me, and our server was nice and apologetic about it. So, go to Dos Perros if you like authentic, delicious Mexican food!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a great dinner out before heading to DPAC. Get the sangria and the lamb enchiladas."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent food as always; inventive and delicious. Notable beer selection & we particularly enjoyed Bell's Oberon tonight. Definitely recommend. We've dined here several times & never been disappointed."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Refreshing take on Mexican

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Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Yummy food, good service, interesting drinks....I would certainly go again, especially for taco monday."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Excellent drinks; good food.

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice enough place. Food was good, but not great. Excellent margaritas and other house drink specials. Fantastic chocolate beer for dessert. Very convenient for DPAC events."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 6 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Upscale Mexican food

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Being a New Yorker, I have eaten in several excellent restaurants. Dos Perros is not one of them. The best things here are their unusual and very tasty drinks ( I had the passion fruit drink and it was wonderful) and the salsa that comes with the chips (combination of sweet and spicy). The food was fine but nothing special. We were a party of 6, so tried a number of the entrees."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 7 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistently Good Food

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Well prepared and consistent bar beverages and food. The noise level is "loud" not just "energetic" but in the small space, there is not much that you could do about that. This particular visit the servers seemed rushed and were not as attentive as they have been in the past and the busgirls were waiting near our table like hawks to clear for the next diner...maybe they could have been a little less obvious about that."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 8 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great guacamole! Authentic Mexican food. Great quality. Best Mexican food in town."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Braised beef sopes were amazing. Trout was phenomenal. Server was very nice and very knowledgeable about the menu and specials. Great time at Dos Perros!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Superb food and services.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Superb food and services. The freshness and quality of the food was outstanding."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice place, pretty good service

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice place, pretty good service and ambiance but the food was really only just ok. Not worth the price."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2011
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Review 12 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We took advantage of Monday

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We took advantage of Monday night Taco night which was worth the visit! The taco selection was diverse and the food was very good! The service was solid and the prices were very reasonable. Definitely worth the trip!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 13 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Tacos were simply AMAZING!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Tacos were simply AMAZING! Some of the best we have ever had."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Equalled, even exceeded, what

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Equalled, even exceeded, what we experienced over the 12 years we lived in Arizona and Texas."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dos Perros is an upscale Mexican

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Dos Perros is an upscale Mexican experience that mix the owner's two loves: rescuing dogs and cooking great food. Periodically, events will be held where all proceeds go to a humane or rescue society for animals.
They are known locally for their fresh, infused margaritas as well as their fine tequilas that pair excellent with a wide range of dishes on the menu.
The food ranges from tex-mex items such as tacos and burritos to more traditional items like empanadas and chorizo y poblanos. There is really something for every dietary need and every bank account.
I personally recommend the guacamole to go with the chips and salsa verde to start. Pair this with a mango-cayenne margarita and see where the night takes you. Happy eating!!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Durham Favorite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dos Perros is always wonderful! The food is exceptional and always delicious. The service is friendly, attentive, and consistently good. Highly recommend this great Durham spot."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Overpriced Mexican food and drinks.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A bit overpriced and food nothing special. Traditional Margaritas were overpriced and appeared to be made with a mix and lacking fresh lime juice with little tequila flavor. Good guacamole."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
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Review 18 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The food was just okay, the

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was just okay, the hostess was rude to us, we were seated in a dank basement on a sunny evening with a reservation, the drinks were good, and our waitress was nice. For $60 I expected more than two entrees and two drinks in a windowless cinder block room. In Durham, with so many great options, skip it and go to a taco truck."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2007
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Review 19 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent food, and lots on

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent food, and lots on the menu that isn't typically found in a Mexican place. The only real drawback was the very high noise level. Service was friendly. Drink menu had a lot of beer to choose from, and some really interesting margarita variants."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 20 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Southwestern Food!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"In a town where you might more likely find fried green tomatoes and grits, this restaurant could well fit in Santa Fe.
Great margaritas and a great array of craft beers set us up to have one of the best chili rellenos ever and the chili stuffed with shrimp and corn surpassed that. Perfect stuffed chills!
This was a pleasant surprise and we thoroughly enjoy the spirited, diverse crowd."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 21 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great restaurant. We went

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great restaurant. We went before a show at DPAC and were thrilled with the delicious food and fast service."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
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Review 22 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time dining there and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time dining there and would definitely return, or recommend to others. Great food, good service, interesting drinks selection. Only negative comment was that it was a little noisy. Otherwise highly recommended."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We had a very mediocre experience

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a very mediocre experience (for the second and last time!) They are trying hard but the food is overpriced, forgettable and the vib is just chaotic. Too big and not focussed! Such a difference from Jujubes which is one of our favorite restaurants in Chapel Hill. W"
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2007
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Review 24 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Th menu and food at Dos Perros

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Th menu and food at Dos Perros has greatly improved in recent months."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 25 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I went with a group of 8 people

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I went with a group of 8 people for a birthday party Saturday night. Our table was ready upon arrival. Chips and salsa already on the table and waters filled. Our server (Ben) could not have done a better job. It was busy to say the least that night but we wanted for nothing. Everyone seemed pleased with their meals. I ordered the chicken quesadilla ($12 appetizer) as my entrée which was more than enough as a meal and my boyfriend ordered the special of the evening, a strip steak ($23). The guacamole was very good and the Hot Guava Margaritas ($9.50) were outstanding. All and all it was a great experience. I would only suggest this as a special occasion/date night restaurant due to the price and quality of food. Two meals and 4 drinks was j"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 26 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food and service were both

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food and service were both excellent."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2007
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Review 27 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent food and service.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent food and service. Not your run of the mill Mexican restaurant. High end entrees, well prepared and ample portions. I had the sautéed shrimp in a rich sauce of guajillo and jalapeno peppers with garlic. and my wife had a chicken dish that was equally delicious. Good house specialty cocktails but we chose traditional margaritas which were also great."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is one of those places

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is one of those places where every time we go it is always perfect. The food is exceptional along with the service. Trust me you won't be disappointed."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great service, great food.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great service, great food. This place is a go-to when introducing outsiders to Durham food."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot
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Review 30 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful "before the show"

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful "before the show" restaurant because of location and excellent service. Food is spicy."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2009
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Review 31 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Home Run!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I made a reservation for 10 people from New York who were in Durham for a conference. From beginning to end the management was incredibly responsive. ( The food was really outstanding; the service was well-paced and the server was friendly, attentive, related and professional all in one; and the prices were so reasonable. I received a call after from the manager who alerted me to the fact that I hadn't realized the gratuity had already been included on the bill (the price was so low (under $40 per person - apps, drinks, mains, desserts) it never occurred to me that the tip had already been factored in. I still added to the 18%, but it was a great night. Only wished they had a round table as it was hard to hear people at the other end."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 32 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Can't go wrong!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"We've been to Dos Perros a few times now and have never been disappointed. The food is great, the staff is friendly and attentive but not constantly in your face. We always have a great time. We even showed up once late on a Friday without a reservation and they were really busy. Even so they managed to get us a couple seats at the bar. (Although, most recently I grabbed a reservation on Open Table before heading over there. It was much easier.) If you want Mexican food, this is definitely a place to try. Try the 'Hot Guava' it's amazing."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mondays are our favorite night--$5.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"Mondays are our favorite night--$5.00 Margaritas and wonderful taco specials. Consistantly good but always noisy!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is our "go to" restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is our "go to" restaurant before attending shows at DPAC. This was the first time the service was very very slow. We still got to DPAC on time but we had made an early reservation. Since this was our fourth time at Dos Perros, we know the service is usually much better."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

service was ok. setting was

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"service was ok. setting was horrible: a corner high table with no light - i mean, *no* light whatsoever -, which meant having use our phones to read the menu. i could not see the food when it arrived (grilled shrimp, a spinach salad, guacamole), and it was as well: one can find this quality in any strip mall faux mex place. in durham, where excellent taquerias are common, dos perros is quite simply a waste."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2006
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Review 36 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved the ambience, and the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Loved the ambience, and the food, very flavorful and healthy!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 37 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We enjoyed our meal and our

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed our meal and our cocktails - Dos Perros has some great top-shelf tequilas. The spinach salad was delicious -- an ample serving perfect for sharing. We each ordered a different entree special (mahi mahi, pork cheeks) and, while they were tasty, they weren't awesome. In found the spicy seasoning lacked any subtlety & overpowered the fish, and the sauce on the pork tasted similar to beef stew. I wish DP would put more effort/creativity into sides for its more expensive entrees than beans and rice. The black beans and pinto beans had the same flavoring. The place was busy and after our waiter didn't reappear for a while, another server took our order. It was great to see that the servers help each other - good for the customer!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2010
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Review 38 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food for all ages

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was fantastic. Perfect spot for creative but authentic (e.g. Lamb enchiladas) Mexican food. One of the best restaurants in the Triangle. A must on any trip to Durham. We were two dads and two kids (7&8). The eight year old described it as the best quesadilla he ever had and the dad said the same about his enchilada."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was fine but overall

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was fine but overall nothing special"
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2010
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Review 40 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very innovative and well-prepared

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very innovative and well-prepared dishes. Not typical Mexican food, but much more sophisticated and the results are excellent."
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

1st time customer

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time customer (Feb 14), wrong time to be there for 1st time. Crowed, and noisy (expected), wait on food close to 25 minutes, but still, very good. Would recommend 1st time customers to not come on special days when booking is at its highest."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 42 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service for

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food and service for our large group"
Dined on 02/18/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 43 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was fine. The steak

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was fine. The steak I ordered was very tender and delicious, but refried beans was the default side for the expensive entree.
It was a birthday dinner and they were kind enough to let us make a reservation for a large number of people. However, they never brought a slice of cake or anything out even though they openly knew it was a birthday dinner.
The wait staff was adequate but not very warm."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
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Review 44 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very good food lovingly prepared

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very good food lovingly prepared with some of the best Margaritas in town. The menue is somewhat small so I am hoping for some changes."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Favorite!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing drinks and food... Definitely a must-see for
upscale Mexican food...
As a warning, the "Tarty for the Party" drink is deceptively strong...
Drink at your own risk!
"
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was good but the basement

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was good but the basement area where we were seated smelled musty."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 47 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Menu is short but food was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Menu is short but food was great. Pretty loud atmosphere, so I wouldn't recommend for client meeting. Excellent waitstaff!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 48 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Out of the Box Mexican

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It is one of my favorites to go to before events at DPAC. I come over from Wake Forest, and often have to drive 30 minutes to get to a good restaurant. I would, and have driven to Durham just to go to Dos Perros. It is definitely out of the box Latin, and soooo good."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 49 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was wonderful! Good

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was wonderful! Good selections for vegetarians too."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 50 for Dos Perros
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We thoroughly enjoyed our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Dos Perros. The service was outstanding. It was our first visit to this restaurant and we will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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