Tortilleria La Esperanza

Service was great everyone was very helpful food was pretty good as well had to wait just a tad bit long for my food but I understand because it was made fresh! Definitely would recommend

I returned to this take out only Tex-Mex spot specifically to try another item, their Chile Relleno. I ordered the combo which adds beans and rice to the rellenos.As with the previous order of Carnitas, the Chile Rellenos were well packaged, the portions were large (there were 2 well sized chiles), with a dozen or more fresh flour tortillas.The chilies used here are very large poblanos which are stuffed with a white Mexican melting cheese, there was no meat mixture! As with the Carnitas, these items were not authentically correct!The chilies should be roasted until the skin is thoroughly charred, these showed no sign of being roasted. The Chiles should then have the charred skin removed, be cut open and the seeds and ribs removed before they are filled - they were cut open, but the seeds and ribs remained intact!Not gonna continue to beat a dead chile - this is decent Tex-Mex food with large portions, but the two dishes I've had here are not authentic, and I've tried to show how they fall short! If you like it, enjoy it for what it is, but know what you are eating! And if you use the term authentic, it helps to know what the entails. Truth is there are very, very few authentic ethnic dishes available in most areas of the US - usually a matter of availability of ingredients, restricted cooking methods, and labor required to prepare properly - most restaurants in the US will not invest to make it right!

I just noticed this establishment and had to stop in and check them out. They have quite a selection of take out menu items. I tried the chicken tamales and they were pretty good. Quite large compared to some other Mexican places. They had chicken and pork cooked different ways and it all smelled so good but I had just finished lunch. I do plan to stop by again to sample more items. They had huge fried pig skins that looked fantastic and I think they make their tortillas onsite.

Tortilleria La Esperanza just opened in Clemmons, and it is a welcome and unique addition to the village culinary scene. Restaurant probably isn't the right word here, since there are no tables or chairs, but the cafeteria style set up allows you to pick from an assortment of hot bulk entrees, including three different barbacoa options (beef, lamb, and goat), chilles relleno, tripe, and ribs. You can purchase by the pound or (for most entrees) a combo that includes a truckload of tortillas, rice, beans, and salsa. Portions for the combos are huge. On this visit I opted for the beef barbacoa combo and added on one red and one green tamale. The beef was melt in your mouth tender and very tasty. Homemade tortillas are a hit (15 came with my order). The tamales were great as well! Definitely give this place a try, especially if you have an army to feed back at home.

I have only gotten tortillas and chips from this awesome tortilleria in the Lowe's Foods shopping center in Clemmons. Today, I took a closer look at the hot foods bar and couldn't resist the Chile Rellenos with rice & beans. Two huge Chiles battered in a light breading and covered in a light orange salsa that I could literally drink by the cup full! Mexican rice and frijoles (delicious pintos) all washed down with the best Agua de Piña (pineapple juice) I've ever tasted. Go, you will not regret it. They have a tortilla machine in plain view in the back and the Chile Rellenos plate came with 15 fresh, piping hot tortillas! I'll never buy store-bought tortillas or chips again. Right beside Brewer's Kettle if you want to walk next door and enjoy some authentic Mexican food with an adult beverage, but I won't be able to pass up the Aguas de Fresca from now on! Like I say...Go.

Clemmons now boasts some of the best Mexican food in the Triad. Tortillería La Esperanza not only has amazing fresh corn tortillas, but they have a cafeteria counter filled with meats and side dishes to build a meal for every member of the family. Prices run approximately $9.99 per pound for most meats, including barbecoa in three varieties: beef, lamb and goat. They have pork ribs, whole chicken, steak and eggs, Chile rellenos, tamales, chicharrón in three varieties, small bite-sized pieces, massive whole slabs and the meaty strips about the size of a rib. Carnitas we're not on display, but they prepared some in the back for us, plus we sampled their chicken ala crema... which is awesome! You can order a combo which comes with a pound of meat, rice, beans, salsas and a dozen tortillas, all for $13. We got the carnitas and the barbecoa de res (beef). The carnitas needed a little more flavor, but a pinch of salt did the trick. The barbecoa is outstanding! The tortillas almost look like flour, but they are corn, and have the best texture and flavor... not to mention that they are served nice and warm. The tamales weren't too exciting, but they never have been my favorite. The Chile relleno was great with a poblano Chile stuffed with cheese, and the tomato sauce had a touch of sweetness, much like tomato soup. The meaty chicharrones were both crunchy and chewy and excellent when dipped in the juice from the barbecoa. The rice and black beans were both great, along with red and green salsas. They also have fresh made cheeses, so I'll have to go back to try their homemade Quesa Oaxaca, a Mexican string cheese. They will give you samples of everything they make. Service was fantastic. And 2 combo meals with 2 different meats, rice, beans, 2 dozen tortillas, two tamales, a chicharrón and a Chile relleno fed a family of four, plus leftovers for just $34.

First time visiting. Amazing Mexican food, will definitely be coming back. A little mess but wonderful food

In town for work and always looking for something different and good in the way of meals. This place hits the spot. As mentioned, it's more of a Mexican cafeteria/deli than a restaurant. Had a chile relleno and the beef combo which were very tasty. Excellent salsas on the side.Beverage assortment was interesting, including Mexican Fresca. No diet drinks though. Seems that is the Mexican way.

Tortilleria La Esperanza is a different sort of eatery. It is designed for take out service only. My wife assumed she would get tacos but they do not sell tacos as a meal option. What they do offer (and it is a valuable addition to our area) is an array of proteins, expertly prepared and available for review on a hot bar. One can purchase meals (protein of your choosing, side of rice and a side of beans), proteins by the pound, fresh corn tortillas, red or green salsa and others. I had the Chile releno dinner with rice and beans. Everything was very flavorful. My wife chose to go NextDoor and get a sub sandwich.

Awesome and authentic little space. Pro tip: order food here and eat next door at the Brewers Kettle for some great beer and wine adds. I've heard from friends to get here early as the best hot food options can sell out fast.