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For an authentic taste of Mexico right here in Columbia, make your way to any one of Monterrey Mexican Restaurant’s several locations in the area.

Raul Leon started his family business decades ago and turned it into a successful chain, but Monterrey’s website notes that all locations are owned and run primarily by family: “Our purpose is to provide you with the best service on every one of your visits.”

That service involves cooking up some of the best Mexican food in town, from quesadillas, brochetas and fajitas to various steak, chicken and seafood dishes.

Monterrey’s chicken-nacho plates are piled high with flavorful meat and cheese, and its combination dinners are famous: Choose among 25 different mixtures of burritos, enchiladas, tacos, chalupas, refried beans and more.

But make sure you save room for dessert, because you’ll definitely want to try Monterrey’s delicious sopapillas, churros, fried ice cream and more.

Monterrey Mexican Restaurant has a strong presence across the Southeast, with nearly 80 eateries throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky and Georgia. The company maintains strong ties to the area, as job creation is one of its primary goals.

Contact Monterrey Mexican Restaurant at (803) 699-6248, or visit www.monterreymexicangrill.com for more information.

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