La Buena Vida - Raleigh

Lilibeth Serrano a month ago

We had so much fun. Ordered the molcajete paisa, tacos, corn on the cob, and queso fundido. Flavors were on point and portions were satisfying. The party/club atmosphere felt like for a moment we were back on vacation in Cancun! The dervice was outstanding 💯. Yeric, a delightful young man, took care of details and made us feel welcomed. ¡Gracias, Yeric!🫶

Alissa Upton 2 weeks ago

So I have been wanting to come for about 6+months now and I finally made it after so long. Thankfully something happened and I ended up here. Fernanda is such a pleaseant bartender. She did such an amazing job on the espresso martini. (Which is also rare for me to order) Shes such a good bartender aside of making us good drinks. Great personality all around. We requested something they normally don’t do, which was cooked oysters. Only because I can’t do raw ones. Raul the chef went out of this world to make that happen and make them with such love. Regardless we will definitely be back for more. For Fernanda and for Raul with his expertise. You have to come and visit for the hospitality good food and great workers like Fernanda and Raul. I’m sure table service would be just as great since I have noticed theyre all great and love to serve people for the great time and service they get. It’s truly a vibe and they have amazing people. We WILL BE BACK FOR MORE!!

Chrystal Aguilar 2 weeks ago

Honestly the best place in Raleigh!!! Wonderful service and the Chef, Chef Raul did amazing! We requested grilled oysters and he made them to perfection! Fernanda did outstanding from her espresso martini to her menu knowledge! So impressive! We will be back! Best restaurant in Raleigh and I’m so impressed with the service!

Leonette Carter 8 months ago

Make a reservation! Now that's out of the way. This place is awesome! A very dear friend of mine took me here for my birthday. I had such a wonderful time, I was back within two weeks. The atmosphere, food, and the staff were just perfect. Definitely a hidden gem. Perfect for all size groups and celebrations. See you soon!

Ashish Bhojane 8 months ago

Visited La Buena Vida in Raleigh with a friend I hadn’t seen in a long time, and it turned out to be a really fun night out. The restaurant has a lively, upbeat atmosphere — full of energy, music, and color. Definitely a great spot if you enjoy places with a party vibe! The food was fresh, flavorful, and well-presented — everything we tried tasted great, and the menu had plenty of tempting options. You can tell they care about quality and presentation. The drink selection was impressive, and while the drinks themselves were good, they could’ve been a touch better to match the high standard set by the food. Still, no complaints overall — they were enjoyable and complemented the meal nicely. The upbeat music and TV screens around the space kept the vibe lively and fun throughout the evening. It’s not a quiet dinner spot — it’s a place for good times, laughter, and catching up with friends over great Mexican food. Overall, La Buena Vida lives up to its name — “the good life.” I’d definitely recommend it if you love flavorful Mexican cuisine and a festive, social atmosphere.