Nanotaco 2512 University Drive Rockwood, Durham Website Meals: $5–$8 Nanotaco has been reviewed by multitudes of other bloggers—I’m always behind the curve in trying out new places. However, this sometimes gives me the chance to weigh in on differences of opinions on a newer spot, and the quality of Nanotaco’s margaritas is one of those
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Chubby’s Tacos 4711 Hope Valley Road Woodcroft, Durham Website $2–$8 per item Chubby’s is a local taqueria chain that opened up this location in the Woodcroft shopping center around the beginning of the year. At first, I was worried that it would take away business from Bandido’s just across the way, but I learned that
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Taqueria La Vaquita 2700 Chapel Hill Road Durham http://lavaquitanc.com A la carte:  $2-6. Plates:  $8.29-14. Taqueria La Vaquita is a local favorite for many Durhamites and has received lots of press, including nationally.  I have been salivating to give it a try for months.  Their building, of course, is notable for the cow (la vaquita)
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