I recently spent a week in San Jose surviving mostly on street food there and was really craving some asada fries, so I decided to give theirs a shot while I was waiting on a vehicle inspection nearby. They were decent, but for the price and portion size, it's just not remotely close to legit street food. Usually from a taco truck you get almost triple the food, and the price is about the same. It's usually less of a wait as well somehow. Potatoes are dirt cheap, so even just padding this popular fast dish with an extra handful of fries would cost so little and probably lead to more return customers.
All that said, I didn't have high expectations as this seems to be a more commercialized fast casual place. The salsa bar is cool, though the habanero sauce seemed to have no heat to it. The menu looks diverse and I'm certain everything is decent, but I will just seek out food trucks in the future for a more satisfying bowl. I don't understand the hype from a lot of the reviews, I think more folks need to try their local hole-in-the-wall joints and taco trucks!
Positives:
Very friendly staff
Salsa bar
Plenty of protein choices, pastor is not an up-charge
One of the only places in this strip mall that stays open and doesn't close between lunch and dinner
Negatives:
Price for the amount of food is not great
If you're hungry, you may want a side, and if you get a soda, now you're spending over $20
I had a fairly long wait for a really simple dish, it was not busy
Terri Mewborn
Feb 13, 2026
5
First visit. Very clean restaurant. Staff are super friendly, helpful, and attentive. I had a vegetarian taco salad, which was delicious. There’s a salsa bar with six types of salsa to heat up whatever you order. Iced tea was fresh brewed perfectly.
Roy O'Brien
Feb 11, 2026
5
Great spot!
Very good atmosphere, very cleanly and well maintained. Had a tasty burrito and dessert empanada. The empanada was guava and pineapple and was made with actual fruit not just some fruit paste filling.
Best of all was the service! Extremely friendly and welcoming.
Ana Blanco
Feb 9, 2026
5
Sabor Latin is such a gem! The tacos are absolutely delicious fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. What really stood out though was the customer service. The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, especially Melvin and Carolina. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect and made us feel genuinely appreciated as customers. Great food, great vibes, and amazing service. I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this place!
Olivia
Jan 27, 2026
5
The Durham Sabor location has the friendliest people. Some of them have been here since the store opened and they are so nice!! Also, when you add a half avocado onto your order for $2.50 (which is the cheapest you might pay for ONLY a few avocado slices at most restaurants), you actually get a half avocado, and it’s always perfectly ripe. I rarely leave reviews without someone asking me to, but this place is worth the praise. The food is always fresh, the staff friendly, and, if you want to stay and eat there, it’s never quiet nor loud; it’s always filled with the buzz of happy conversations in the background. Sabor is one of the few places that is consistent with affordable, fresh food and happy vibes.
Charles E. Merritt
Jan 5, 2026
5
Sabor is awesome! Our first visit but had been recommended by friends. Had various empanadas (shredded chicken, ground beef, barbacoa - all very good!) Excellent guacamole, very good chips with a dusting of chili powder. Veggie Gordita was great and they accommodated some modifications easily. Salsa bar is strong, great options including a smoky habanero salsa. Overall good value as well. Great staff, super friendly!
Casey Lunkley
Dec 30, 2025
5
Sabor is one of those places that’s technically fast-casual, but the food tastes like it’s trying to show off (in a good way). It’s bright, loud-in-the-best-way flavor, and it hits that sweet spot where you can grab something quick without feeling like you just ate cafeteria sadness.
I always end up ordering the same two things because I have no self-control and also because they’re that good: the chicken quesadilla and the empanadas. The quesadilla is exactly what you want when you order a quesadilla: hot, cheesy, crisped up just enough, and the chicken actually tastes seasoned instead of “polite.” And the empanadas? Legit addicting. Crispy outside, stuffed and gooey inside, and basically impossible to eat just one without immediately plotting your next bite.
It’s also consistently friendly in there. Like, not fake-friendly. More like “we’re moving fast but we still see you” friendly. That plus the fact that the food comes out hot and satisfying every time is why it stays in the rotation.
If you’re in Durham and you want something that feels fun, filling, and reliably good, Sabor is an easy yes.
Paula González Guzmán
Dec 20, 2025
5
Best place in Durham to taste latin food! The Cuban bowl is delicious! 😋
FoodTrap & Fun
Nov 30, 2025
5
No wonder this restaurant has 600 reviews and a nearly perfect score. We stopped by and we’re assisted by Andreas. His service was impeccable, the way he greeted us was one that made us feel welcome and his assistance while navigating the menu was extremely helpful. It was our first time so we didn’t know what to expect. He gave suggestions as well as told us all about the business. The way he engaged with us. You think he was the owner. After eating, he came over and brought games for the kids to play and made them feel right at home. We look forward to coming back and supporting this business. If the owner reads this message, though you have an amazing team, and Andreas is at the head of it doing great work at the front counter.
Kris Keel
Nov 5, 2025
5
My wife and I just had our first experience with this amazing place and let me tell yall. Between the staff being SO welcoming and friendly to the super FRESH and hot food they did not disappoint at all. This is definitely going to be our togo place for weekly date nights. I had the quesabirra tacos (my first time ever having them) and my wife had the build your own burrito bowl. 💯 💯!!! Also they had my favorite Jarrirtos (mango!!) Definitely recommend!!!
Nora J
Oct 20, 2025
5
Had a short stay nearby and was looking for something to eat other chicken and biscuits so I took a chance and tried this place. Everything was good, the service, food and decor were delightful. I’m so happy I stopped in, I will be going there again the next time I’m in town.
Mariah Paterson
Sep 10, 2025
5
Amazing food amazing service I love the Cuban bowl and Gordita’s! Fresh and delicious 🤍🤍🤍sabor 10/10
Nathan Chermely
Aug 28, 2025
5
First off Bella is the best! She guided me to perfection in a wrap! Let me tell you Wow, this place is absolutely fantastic! I’ve tried a lot of burritos over the years and like to think of myself as somewhat of a burrito connoisseur, but this spot easily takes the crown as my new favorite in Durham. The burrito was perfectly balanced — hearty, flavorful, and wrapped just right so every bite had that satisfying mix of textures.
The empanada was another standout. The shell was golden, flaky, and wonderfully crisp on the outside, yet tender enough to melt in your mouth, with a filling that was rich, savory, and comforting. It felt like something made with real care and attention.
And then there’s the salsa bar — such a unique touch that sets this place apart. Instead of the same old options, they’ve created a lineup that encourages you to explore new flavors. Each salsa had its own personality, from bright and tangy to smoky and bold, and it was such a fun experience to mix, match, and discover flavors I’ve never had before.
This place isn’t just a quick bite — it’s the kind of food that makes you slow down and appreciate every bite.
Victor Antonio Labarthe
Aug 13, 2025
5
Great food and bilingual service. Friendly staff and fun music.
Rica Mcfarland
Aug 7, 2025
5
I absolutely love this place. It’s a wonderful place to get lunch dinner or if you’re feeding your family is always a great thing. Melvin is absolutely wonderful, he’s very welcoming and makes you feel like Family. I’ve been coming here for a while and he remembers my name every time so. What can you say about that? They remember your name they remember even he remembers how I like my food he has been a wonderful, wonderful employee I love him thanks, MelvinYou can get margaritas for six dollars and you can get some great food while you’re here come on bye.!
Courtney Martin
Jun 12, 2025
5
Food is so good. Empanadas are my favorite! They’re HUGE
Tonya Fitts
May 29, 2025
5
Food was delicious and prepared fast. Service was excellent. Even though you order at counter employees still would check on you to make sure everything was great. Would highly recommend for a great lunch spot.
akshay reddy
May 21, 2025
5
Stopped by Sabor Latin Street Grill for a quick snack and was pleasantly surprised! The place is very clean, and the service was friendly and efficient. We ordered empanadas—both chorizo and chicken—and they were excellent. Big, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The sauce that came with them added a great kick and tied everything together. We also tried the churros, which were warm, crispy, and a great way to finish off the snack. Overall, a great experience. I’ll definitely be coming back to try more of their menu!
Anna Yaschenko
May 20, 2025
5
I LOVE this place, my fiancé and I have become regulars, coming here every Tuesday for taco date night :) The atmosphere is so cozy and friendly that you wanna stay even after you finish your food. The staff is delightful, and they get you your food really quick! Their salsa bar is awesome, you get to choose from multiple different salsas for free! We have tried almost everything on the menu, and you cannot go wrong with any of it. The churros are my favorite dessert, while the chimi shrimp taco is my favorite taco to order. Their ingredients are always so fresh and flavorful, even at the end of the night! We even recently moved 30 minutes away and still make the time to come here every Tuesday because we love the food and the vibe so much.
Julie Boyer
Apr 19, 2025
5
Ate here for the first time today and it did not disappoint. The food was so tasty and fresh. We got several items to try and they were all delicious. It was more than we could eat and we took the leftovers home and they heated up perfectly. Would absolutely recommend this location! Everyone working there was so friendly too!
Josh Kirby
Apr 12, 2025
5
Great quick stop for empanadas, dine in or takeout! Large portions for reasonable prices. Empanadas are double the size of others in the Triangle for comparable prices. Will be stopping in again when heading west out of town to try other menu items. Kids loved it.
