Pancho Cisco's, with its small dining room, smaller bar, and festive outdoor seating, is a local treasure; a favorite among boaters and families. I'd give it a 5 if not that it needs to be updated! (Chili pepper curtains, 80's banquet chairs) Yummy food, good chips, strong margaritas. Attentive service.
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Tricia H.
I love when people come into Harrison Township and expect fine dining (see other reviews). This is a small boating community that caters to the laid back boaters and fisherman lifestyle. P & C is pretty good for Michigan Mexican, the staff is great, the portions large, and the Coke is straight from the fountain - yum! It's small and a "mom & pop" place - do don't worry about wearing your flip flops in after a day of boating!
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Gary D.
Great food, great service, and good prices. The tacos and burritos are amazing. Generous portions and if you're feeling like a gringo try the burger. It is my top 3 in the area....char-grilled to perfection.
When we walked in we were a bit put off by no one there to greet us. It actually took about 5 minutes for them to realize we were there. Once we sat, we were really pleased. The chips and salsa were good with fresh veggies in the salsa. The wet burrito had good flavoring, as did the Spanish rice. The beans were standard. We also had chicken flautas which were good but what I was really impressed with the guacamole. Good for a quick stop.
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David M.
Bathroom is yucky, same as the food. Every bad thing ppl say is true. And to the person who says this isn't the ritz...this isn't even the ritz garbage can. If they'd get their act together maybe i'll go back....when they sell it to someone who seems to care. A Mexican place w canned salsa, what a joke.
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Cindy S.
Yuck....thats all I can say!!! My friend and I went here for lunch, Im from the west side so I know nothing about restaurants on the side of town. my girlfriend does not really know Mexican food but she said that she would get a botana because she knows that I really like Mexican food so she agreed to go to a Mexican restaurant.... We have been shopping all day and had nothing to eat so we were starving. I was actually shocked when I pulled up to the place it looks like a little hole in the wall but sometimes the hole in the walls have very good food, not the case here. first of all the chips were hard and very stale... The salsa tasted like somebody opened a can of tomatoes had a very tinny taste. I ordered a combination plate which had an enchilada a taco a tostada and tamale when she brought it the tamale had been opened up and they poured something on it that looks like and tasted like Hormel chili... I've never in my life gotten a tamale that had been opened up and something poured it on it... The tomatoes were cut so big that they wouldn't stay on the very chewey taco.... My friend got a botana it was pretty awful the meat was suspicious tasteing, to make a very long story short neither one of us ate our food and as we were leaving there were a couple of people coming in .....I didn't get it! Not to mention the dim lighting...to hide the dirt Im guessing. Waitress very nice...but wondering why she didn't ask why we didnt eat our food.... When she asked us if we wanted carry out containers we both said no at the same time, if I were her I would have questioned why we both had full plates. tipped her well though. Ps My step Dad is Mexican so I do know what the food should taste like, Taco Bell beats this joint hands down!!!
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Linzy B.
Went here last night, despite the bad reviews I read on Google. The place was packed so I thought that would count for something. The chips and salsa were not good. The chips were thick and kind of stale tasting, obviously from a bag. The two salsas tasted like they came from a jar, one was pretty thick the other was all liquid. We asked for salsa verde which is my favorite most places, Ponco & Ciscos salsa verde looked like baby food, the texture was extremely odd like they pureed peas into it. The waitress was nice, but didn't know what something was on the menu. I ordered enchiladas (one chicken, one beef, and one cheese) It looked like a sloppy mess, I think the chicken may have been canned dark meat or something. The beef was also strange. The beans were bland. And the rice tasted like it came from a bag, like those Lipton rice dishes. Overall, there was nothing special about the food, it was definitely not fresh tasting. I would have had a better meal at taco bell. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. Go to Pacos instead.
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Thomas B.
I have yet to have a horrible experience here. Been in the restaurant when it's busy and dead and both times the service was great. The food was quite tasty, although I am admittedly not a stickler for mega authentic. Last night I had the fish tacos and they were pretty great. My margarita was a little sweet, but I drank the whole thing like it was the last one I'll ever have let me tell you. It's a good place. I'm not finding the negatives when I'm there.
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Adam B.
Being new to Harrison Township, I asked one of my buddies where the good places to eat are. He said, "If you want Mexican food, you have to go to Poncho & Cisco's." It was a Friday night and the family didn't feel like going out, so I decided to test the mettle of Poncho's and order carry-out. It was incredible. I ordered the large nachos (LOADED with cheese and items), which were actually too much to eat in a sitting. The best thing about the nachos - the meat wasn't greasy, and actually had flavor! My wife ordered a taco-combo dish and ate everything (which is a rarity for my wife and sad thing for me, because I'm usually offered what's left). The salsa wasn't something I'd write home about (it was more liquid than chunky), and the chips were a little too crunchy for my liking (I prefer lighter, crisper chips), but even my kids were impressed - including my picky 5-year old. They have an outdoor eating area that seems to fill up nicely when the weather is great, and the locals swarm there.
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Jen O.
This is my favorite Mexican restaurant. My husband and I shared the steak fajitas and taco salad and we had enough food for lunch the next day. Margaritas are yummy and salsa and chips are fresh! Great staff, bathrooms could be a little cleaner/nicer but it doesn't prevent me from going there for dinner. 4 1/2 stars!! extra 1/2 for being kid friendly.
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Michael C.
I've been going to Panchos for a few years now and the food is very good. The dining area and bathrooms are blah, as others have stated but the food is tasty, the margaritas are great and the price is right.
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Jim R.
We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. The outside seating area had a number of people sitting there smoking in the outdoor restaurant area with a number of other people standing outside the area smoking cigarettes and talking to the people inside the eating area. That was an immediate 'NO' for us. So we went to Luna Kai instead.
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Crissandra S.
The chips were thick and bland, salsa also tasted like it was out of a can. The rice was not the best and tasted like a store bought brand. The chimichanga wasn't too bad, and I actually enjoyed the guacamole that it came topped with. The food was meh, but I did have very friendly service. Three stars for the tasty guac and decent chimichanga.
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John P.
Small restuarant, a little tacky for my taste. As for the food, chips and salsa, bought chips and salsa is watery. Large portion, but everything tasted the same to me. Margarita was okay and I thought the price was a bit high for one person, (beef borritos, w/beans and rice, two margaritas $20) Beef borritos made with ground beef. Authentic would be real beef and shreaded beef at the least. Over all an typical average Mexican restuarant.... Don't waste your money.
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Barbie M.
Someone I know said "you gotta try this place it's really good". I'm not going to end our friendship over this horrendous recommendation but I'm certainly going to ask him if he was joking or mad at me and trying to get even lol! Our food was bland. The seafood chimichanga was mushy seafood with what tasted like a packet of taco seasoning mixed in. My husband got the tinga taco and it was red sauce with very little chicken and a ton of huge pieces of green pepper and onion. It was also served in a large taco salad tortilla bowl surrounded by tortilla chips and soft tortillas as well. I mean it was a bit much and not in a good way. I want to like this place because I love a good mom and pop off the beaten path place. Sadly this trip let me down. I'm bummed!! The strawberry margarita was the only part if my meal I consumed all of and enjoyed. If this place stepped it up just a notch they would have something going on. Blah humbug! No bueno!
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Jessica M.
I have been coming here for a number of years. I usually get a take out, but today I dined in. I was craving tacos. I couldnt remember if I liked their tacos since I normally get the falautas. They offered chicken or beef. I had 1 chicken and 2 beef. I wish I would have just had chicken. The chips seemed stale. The salsa did not taste like it was made fresh, I think they use jarred stuff. This is a no no for me. The pop was also bad. Was not "real" coke. Kind of flat and syrupy. My kids shared a grilled cheese which was only half a sandwich and partially burned. The bathroom is completely yucky. Cob webs under the toilet. One of those hand towel machines that has a big piece of fabric on rollers. I can't tell you the last time I saw one of those. Gross outdated bathroom. The dinning room has not been updated since opening back in the 80s or 90s. I will only come here when desperate since it is close to my house . I hope they stop being cheap and figure out how to compete with neighboring restaurants.
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Kathryn G.
I came here for the first time yesterday. I was pretty pleased. I did not like how cramped the dining area was though. I accidentally elbowed a waitress as she was trying to squeeze in between the chairs. The food was good though. I ordered the taco salad and I was pretty pleased with it. I thought the prices were reasonable too. The staff was attentive and friendly so I would probably come back here again.
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Shannon L.
To sum it up... not good. The chips are not authentic. The salsa was blah. I ordered a taco salad and ate only a few bites. It was very bland, very un-authentic. I honestly found myself wanting to get home and have a bowl of cereal. Oh, and there was a huge ant crawling on the wall next to my daughter as we were eating. Yuck.
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Anonymous A.
Small, darkish, "hole in the wall" kind of place. Not terrible, but not great. Nothing stands out to me - the service was OK, the food was OK...I am new to the area, so I thought I'd try it. I'd go again because it's nearby, but not worth a special trip.
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Melissa K.
Went here on Cinco de Mayo -- food was just okay and the salsa was terrible. A little dumpy inside, could use a little spruce up.
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Ashley G.
Great food! This is a family owned place, not the Ritz... So let's not compare it to that. Margaritas are yummy and prices are good. Love going here and love the atmosphere. Try it for yourself, you'll be back :)
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Doreen C.
I was in the mood for a burrito. The burrito itself was good, with flavored beef, sour cream, tomatoes and onions inside it. But the chili, and I'm not kidding, was Hormel, with a little added pizzazz, and I know this because I serve it to my kids every blue moon, and Hormel has spongy beef. The salsa was Pace but with added ingredients. The rice was also NOT homemade, and the beans came out of a can. I flat out asked if they made their own salsa and the owner said, "well, no, but we add to a product..." At least the chips were warm. I wasn't there to get hammered, so I don't know how their drinks are, but the food, well... not worth it.
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Richie J.
every time i come here the whole staff is very friendly,I always order the hard shell tacos,I love the shell how it seems a bit flaky and almost double wrapped.
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Mike W.
I go to this place on occasion from time to time. It's one of the few non-Taco Bell "Mexican-inspired" places within a 5 mile radius of my house. 1 star - Location - You have to drive down Jefferson to get to the place and regardless if you're coming from the north or south the glimpses of the water and the nice looking houses are always a treat during the drive. Plus it's in a low traffic area that is easily accessible. 1 star - Price of food - Seemed to have a pretty average menu and the food prices are fair for the quality. -1 star - Staff - Servers here have been hit or miss. Couldn't sit on the deck due to potential heat exhaustion which was kind of a bummer considering it's probably as difficult to sit and eat out there as it is to serve out there on the deck. They also seem to have trouble remembering order modifications and being friendly in general. -1 star - Food - the food is very average. Pretty sure their salsa is Pace or Tostados (nobody likes that crap when they want Mexican food). -1 star - Price of alcohol - $17 for a carafe of what tastes like Franzia boxed sangria? Give me a break.
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Jennifer M.
The parking is HORRIBLE. This place is ok. It is the closest to my house. The chicken tacos are good. Margaritas are a little too sweet and syrupy for me.
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Gail P.
Not fancy for sure. The food is as good or better than any in Mexican Village.
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Roseanna O.
Pancho Cisco's, with its small dining room, smaller bar, and festive outdoor seating, is a local treasure; a favorite among boaters and families. I'd give it a 5 if not that it needs to be updated! (Chili pepper curtains, 80's banquet chairs) Yummy food, good chips, strong margaritas. Attentive service.
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Tricia H.
I love when people come into Harrison Township and expect fine dining (see other reviews). This is a small boating community that caters to the laid back boaters and fisherman lifestyle. P & C is pretty good for Michigan Mexican, the staff is great, the portions large, and the Coke is straight from the fountain - yum! It's small and a "mom & pop" place - do don't worry about wearing your flip flops in after a day of boating!
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Gary D.
Great food, great service, and good prices. The tacos and burritos are amazing. Generous portions and if you're feeling like a gringo try the burger. It is my top 3 in the area....char-grilled to perfection.
Yuck....thats all I can say!!! My friend and I went here for lunch, Im from the west side so I know nothing about restaurants on the side of town. my girlfriend does not really know Mexican food but she said that she would get a botana because she knows that I really like Mexican food so she agreed to go to a Mexican restaurant.... We have been shopping all day and had nothing to eat so we were starving. I was actually shocked when I pulled up to the place it looks like a little hole in the wall but sometimes the hole in the walls have very good food, not the case here. first of all the chips were hard and very stale... The salsa tasted like somebody opened a can of tomatoes had a very tinny taste. I ordered a combination plate which had an enchilada a taco a tostada and tamale when she brought it the tamale had been opened up and they poured something on it that looks like and tasted like Hormel chili... I've never in my life gotten a tamale that had been opened up and something poured it on it... The tomatoes were cut so big that they wouldn't stay on the very chewey taco.... My friend got a botana it was pretty awful the meat was suspicious tasteing, to make a very long story short neither one of us ate our food and as we were leaving there were a couple of people coming in .....I didn't get it! Not to mention the dim lighting...to hide the dirt Im guessing. Waitress very nice...but wondering why she didn't ask why we didnt eat our food.... When she asked us if we wanted carry out containers we both said no at the same time, if I were her I would have questioned why we both had full plates. tipped her well though. Ps My step Dad is Mexican so I do know what the food should taste like, Taco Bell beats this joint hands down!!!
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Linzy B.
Went here last night, despite the bad reviews I read on Google. The place was packed so I thought that would count for something. The chips and salsa were not good. The chips were thick and kind of stale tasting, obviously from a bag. The two salsas tasted like they came from a jar, one was pretty thick the other was all liquid. We asked for salsa verde which is my favorite most places, Ponco & Ciscos salsa verde looked like baby food, the texture was extremely odd like they pureed peas into it. The waitress was nice, but didn't know what something was on the menu. I ordered enchiladas (one chicken, one beef, and one cheese) It looked like a sloppy mess, I think the chicken may have been canned dark meat or something. The beef was also strange. The beans were bland. And the rice tasted like it came from a bag, like those Lipton rice dishes. Overall, there was nothing special about the food, it was definitely not fresh tasting. I would have had a better meal at taco bell. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. Go to Pacos instead.
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Thomas B.
I have yet to have a horrible experience here. Been in the restaurant when it's busy and dead and both times the service was great. The food was quite tasty, although I am admittedly not a stickler for mega authentic. Last night I had the fish tacos and they were pretty great. My margarita was a little sweet, but I drank the whole thing like it was the last one I'll ever have let me tell you. It's a good place. I'm not finding the negatives when I'm there.
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Adam B.
Being new to Harrison Township, I asked one of my buddies where the good places to eat are. He said, "If you want Mexican food, you have to go to Poncho & Cisco's." It was a Friday night and the family didn't feel like going out, so I decided to test the mettle of Poncho's and order carry-out. It was incredible. I ordered the large nachos (LOADED with cheese and items), which were actually too much to eat in a sitting. The best thing about the nachos - the meat wasn't greasy, and actually had flavor! My wife ordered a taco-combo dish and ate everything (which is a rarity for my wife and sad thing for me, because I'm usually offered what's left). The salsa wasn't something I'd write home about (it was more liquid than chunky), and the chips were a little too crunchy for my liking (I prefer lighter, crisper chips), but even my kids were impressed - including my picky 5-year old. They have an outdoor eating area that seems to fill up nicely when the weather is great, and the locals swarm there.
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Jen O.
This is my favorite Mexican restaurant. My husband and I shared the steak fajitas and taco salad and we had enough food for lunch the next day. Margaritas are yummy and salsa and chips are fresh! Great staff, bathrooms could be a little cleaner/nicer but it doesn't prevent me from going there for dinner. 4 1/2 stars!! extra 1/2 for being kid friendly.
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Michael C.
I've been going to Panchos for a few years now and the food is very good. The dining area and bathrooms are blah, as others have stated but the food is tasty, the margaritas are great and the price is right.
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Jim R.
We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. The outside seating area had a number of people sitting there smoking in the outdoor restaurant area with a number of other people standing outside the area smoking cigarettes and talking to the people inside the eating area. That was an immediate 'NO' for us. So we went to Luna Kai instead.
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Crissandra S.
The chips were thick and bland, salsa also tasted like it was out of a can. The rice was not the best and tasted like a store bought brand. The chimichanga wasn't too bad, and I actually enjoyed the guacamole that it came topped with. The food was meh, but I did have very friendly service. Three stars for the tasty guac and decent chimichanga.
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John P.
Small restuarant, a little tacky for my taste. As for the food, chips and salsa, bought chips and salsa is watery. Large portion, but everything tasted the same to me. Margarita was okay and I thought the price was a bit high for one person, (beef borritos, w/beans and rice, two margaritas $20) Beef borritos made with ground beef. Authentic would be real beef and shreaded beef at the least. Over all an typical average Mexican restuarant.... Don't waste your money.
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Barbie M.
Someone I know said "you gotta try this place it's really good". I'm not going to end our friendship over this horrendous recommendation but I'm certainly going to ask him if he was joking or mad at me and trying to get even lol! Our food was bland. The seafood chimichanga was mushy seafood with what tasted like a packet of taco seasoning mixed in. My husband got the tinga taco and it was red sauce with very little chicken and a ton of huge pieces of green pepper and onion. It was also served in a large taco salad tortilla bowl surrounded by tortilla chips and soft tortillas as well. I mean it was a bit much and not in a good way. I want to like this place because I love a good mom and pop off the beaten path place. Sadly this trip let me down. I'm bummed!! The strawberry margarita was the only part if my meal I consumed all of and enjoyed. If this place stepped it up just a notch they would have something going on. Blah humbug! No bueno!
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Jessica M.
I have been coming here for a number of years. I usually get a take out, but today I dined in. I was craving tacos. I couldnt remember if I liked their tacos since I normally get the falautas. They offered chicken or beef. I had 1 chicken and 2 beef. I wish I would have just had chicken. The chips seemed stale. The salsa did not taste like it was made fresh, I think they use jarred stuff. This is a no no for me. The pop was also bad. Was not "real" coke. Kind of flat and syrupy. My kids shared a grilled cheese which was only half a sandwich and partially burned. The bathroom is completely yucky. Cob webs under the toilet. One of those hand towel machines that has a big piece of fabric on rollers. I can't tell you the last time I saw one of those. Gross outdated bathroom. The dinning room has not been updated since opening back in the 80s or 90s. I will only come here when desperate since it is close to my house . I hope they stop being cheap and figure out how to compete with neighboring restaurants.
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Kathryn G.
I came here for the first time yesterday. I was pretty pleased. I did not like how cramped the dining area was though. I accidentally elbowed a waitress as she was trying to squeeze in between the chairs. The food was good though. I ordered the taco salad and I was pretty pleased with it. I thought the prices were reasonable too. The staff was attentive and friendly so I would probably come back here again.
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Shannon L.
To sum it up... not good. The chips are not authentic. The salsa was blah. I ordered a taco salad and ate only a few bites. It was very bland, very un-authentic. I honestly found myself wanting to get home and have a bowl of cereal. Oh, and there was a huge ant crawling on the wall next to my daughter as we were eating. Yuck.
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Anonymous A.
Small, darkish, "hole in the wall" kind of place. Not terrible, but not great. Nothing stands out to me - the service was OK, the food was OK...I am new to the area, so I thought I'd try it. I'd go again because it's nearby, but not worth a special trip.
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Amber K.
When we walked in we were a bit put off by no one there to greet us. It actually took about 5 minutes for them to realize we were there. Once we sat, we were really pleased. The chips and salsa were good with fresh veggies in the salsa. The wet burrito had good flavoring, as did the Spanish rice. The beans were standard. We also had chicken flautas which were good but what I was really impressed with the guacamole. Good for a quick stop.
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David M.
Bathroom is yucky, same as the food. Every bad thing ppl say is true. And to the person who says this isn't the ritz...this isn't even the ritz garbage can. If they'd get their act together maybe i'll go back....when they sell it to someone who seems to care. A Mexican place w canned salsa, what a joke.
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Melissa K.
Went here on Cinco de Mayo -- food was just okay and the salsa was terrible. A little dumpy inside, could use a little spruce up.
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Ashley G.
Great food! This is a family owned place, not the Ritz... So let's not compare it to that. Margaritas are yummy and prices are good. Love going here and love the atmosphere. Try it for yourself, you'll be back :)
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Doreen C.
I was in the mood for a burrito. The burrito itself was good, with flavored beef, sour cream, tomatoes and onions inside it. But the chili, and I'm not kidding, was Hormel, with a little added pizzazz, and I know this because I serve it to my kids every blue moon, and Hormel has spongy beef. The salsa was Pace but with added ingredients. The rice was also NOT homemade, and the beans came out of a can. I flat out asked if they made their own salsa and the owner said, "well, no, but we add to a product..." At least the chips were warm. I wasn't there to get hammered, so I don't know how their drinks are, but the food, well... not worth it.
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Richie J.
every time i come here the whole staff is very friendly,I always order the hard shell tacos,I love the shell how it seems a bit flaky and almost double wrapped.
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Mike W.
I go to this place on occasion from time to time. It's one of the few non-Taco Bell "Mexican-inspired" places within a 5 mile radius of my house. 1 star - Location - You have to drive down Jefferson to get to the place and regardless if you're coming from the north or south the glimpses of the water and the nice looking houses are always a treat during the drive. Plus it's in a low traffic area that is easily accessible. 1 star - Price of food - Seemed to have a pretty average menu and the food prices are fair for the quality. -1 star - Staff - Servers here have been hit or miss. Couldn't sit on the deck due to potential heat exhaustion which was kind of a bummer considering it's probably as difficult to sit and eat out there as it is to serve out there on the deck. They also seem to have trouble remembering order modifications and being friendly in general. -1 star - Food - the food is very average. Pretty sure their salsa is Pace or Tostados (nobody likes that crap when they want Mexican food). -1 star - Price of alcohol - $17 for a carafe of what tastes like Franzia boxed sangria? Give me a break.
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Jennifer M.
The parking is HORRIBLE. This place is ok. It is the closest to my house. The chicken tacos are good. Margaritas are a little too sweet and syrupy for me.
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Gail P.
Not fancy for sure. The food is as good or better than any in Mexican Village.
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Address :36942 Jefferson Ave
Harrison Township, MI, 48045
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
Roseanna O.
Pancho Cisco's, with its small dining room, smaller bar, and festive outdoor seating, is a local treasure; a favorite among boaters and families. I'd give it a 5 if not that it needs to be updated! (Chili pepper curtains, 80's banquet chairs) Yummy food, good chips, strong margaritas. Attentive service.
(4)Tricia H.
I love when people come into Harrison Township and expect fine dining (see other reviews). This is a small boating community that caters to the laid back boaters and fisherman lifestyle. P & C is pretty good for Michigan Mexican, the staff is great, the portions large, and the Coke is straight from the fountain - yum! It's small and a "mom & pop" place - do don't worry about wearing your flip flops in after a day of boating!
(4)Gary D.
Great food, great service, and good prices. The tacos and burritos are amazing. Generous portions and if you're feeling like a gringo try the burger. It is my top 3 in the area....char-grilled to perfection.
(5)Kent M.
I stopped in for supper tonight. I ordered an item from the specials menu - Carne Bola Guisada. Man, that was an excellent selection! Plus, the portion was large, so now I have another meal waiting for me in the fridge. From their menu: Carne Bola Guisada - Steak tips sautéed with green pepper, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes in a robust sauce; served in a bread bowl topped with melted cheese; served with rice and beans. $13.25, and worth every penny. I completed my meal with a cherry empananda, a very nice finish! Yeah, the dining area is a bit cramped, but the food is great. I recommend!!
(5)Amber K.
When we walked in we were a bit put off by no one there to greet us. It actually took about 5 minutes for them to realize we were there. Once we sat, we were really pleased. The chips and salsa were good with fresh veggies in the salsa. The wet burrito had good flavoring, as did the Spanish rice. The beans were standard. We also had chicken flautas which were good but what I was really impressed with the guacamole. Good for a quick stop.
(3)David M.
Bathroom is yucky, same as the food. Every bad thing ppl say is true. And to the person who says this isn't the ritz...this isn't even the ritz garbage can. If they'd get their act together maybe i'll go back....when they sell it to someone who seems to care. A Mexican place w canned salsa, what a joke.
(1)Cindy S.
Yuck....thats all I can say!!! My friend and I went here for lunch, Im from the west side so I know nothing about restaurants on the side of town. my girlfriend does not really know Mexican food but she said that she would get a botana because she knows that I really like Mexican food so she agreed to go to a Mexican restaurant.... We have been shopping all day and had nothing to eat so we were starving. I was actually shocked when I pulled up to the place it looks like a little hole in the wall but sometimes the hole in the walls have very good food, not the case here. first of all the chips were hard and very stale... The salsa tasted like somebody opened a can of tomatoes had a very tinny taste. I ordered a combination plate which had an enchilada a taco a tostada and tamale when she brought it the tamale had been opened up and they poured something on it that looks like and tasted like Hormel chili... I've never in my life gotten a tamale that had been opened up and something poured it on it... The tomatoes were cut so big that they wouldn't stay on the very chewey taco.... My friend got a botana it was pretty awful the meat was suspicious tasteing, to make a very long story short neither one of us ate our food and as we were leaving there were a couple of people coming in .....I didn't get it! Not to mention the dim lighting...to hide the dirt Im guessing. Waitress very nice...but wondering why she didn't ask why we didnt eat our food.... When she asked us if we wanted carry out containers we both said no at the same time, if I were her I would have questioned why we both had full plates. tipped her well though. Ps My step Dad is Mexican so I do know what the food should taste like, Taco Bell beats this joint hands down!!!
(1)Linzy B.
Went here last night, despite the bad reviews I read on Google. The place was packed so I thought that would count for something. The chips and salsa were not good. The chips were thick and kind of stale tasting, obviously from a bag. The two salsas tasted like they came from a jar, one was pretty thick the other was all liquid. We asked for salsa verde which is my favorite most places, Ponco & Ciscos salsa verde looked like baby food, the texture was extremely odd like they pureed peas into it. The waitress was nice, but didn't know what something was on the menu. I ordered enchiladas (one chicken, one beef, and one cheese) It looked like a sloppy mess, I think the chicken may have been canned dark meat or something. The beef was also strange. The beans were bland. And the rice tasted like it came from a bag, like those Lipton rice dishes. Overall, there was nothing special about the food, it was definitely not fresh tasting. I would have had a better meal at taco bell. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. Go to Pacos instead.
(2)Thomas B.
I have yet to have a horrible experience here. Been in the restaurant when it's busy and dead and both times the service was great. The food was quite tasty, although I am admittedly not a stickler for mega authentic. Last night I had the fish tacos and they were pretty great. My margarita was a little sweet, but I drank the whole thing like it was the last one I'll ever have let me tell you. It's a good place. I'm not finding the negatives when I'm there.
(4)Adam B.
Being new to Harrison Township, I asked one of my buddies where the good places to eat are. He said, "If you want Mexican food, you have to go to Poncho & Cisco's." It was a Friday night and the family didn't feel like going out, so I decided to test the mettle of Poncho's and order carry-out. It was incredible. I ordered the large nachos (LOADED with cheese and items), which were actually too much to eat in a sitting. The best thing about the nachos - the meat wasn't greasy, and actually had flavor! My wife ordered a taco-combo dish and ate everything (which is a rarity for my wife and sad thing for me, because I'm usually offered what's left). The salsa wasn't something I'd write home about (it was more liquid than chunky), and the chips were a little too crunchy for my liking (I prefer lighter, crisper chips), but even my kids were impressed - including my picky 5-year old. They have an outdoor eating area that seems to fill up nicely when the weather is great, and the locals swarm there.
(4)Jen O.
This is my favorite Mexican restaurant. My husband and I shared the steak fajitas and taco salad and we had enough food for lunch the next day. Margaritas are yummy and salsa and chips are fresh! Great staff, bathrooms could be a little cleaner/nicer but it doesn't prevent me from going there for dinner. 4 1/2 stars!! extra 1/2 for being kid friendly.
(4)Michael C.
I've been going to Panchos for a few years now and the food is very good. The dining area and bathrooms are blah, as others have stated but the food is tasty, the margaritas are great and the price is right.
(4)Jim R.
We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. The outside seating area had a number of people sitting there smoking in the outdoor restaurant area with a number of other people standing outside the area smoking cigarettes and talking to the people inside the eating area. That was an immediate 'NO' for us. So we went to Luna Kai instead.
(2)Crissandra S.
The chips were thick and bland, salsa also tasted like it was out of a can. The rice was not the best and tasted like a store bought brand. The chimichanga wasn't too bad, and I actually enjoyed the guacamole that it came topped with. The food was meh, but I did have very friendly service. Three stars for the tasty guac and decent chimichanga.
(3)John P.
Small restuarant, a little tacky for my taste. As for the food, chips and salsa, bought chips and salsa is watery. Large portion, but everything tasted the same to me. Margarita was okay and I thought the price was a bit high for one person, (beef borritos, w/beans and rice, two margaritas $20) Beef borritos made with ground beef. Authentic would be real beef and shreaded beef at the least. Over all an typical average Mexican restuarant.... Don't waste your money.
(2)Barbie M.
Someone I know said "you gotta try this place it's really good". I'm not going to end our friendship over this horrendous recommendation but I'm certainly going to ask him if he was joking or mad at me and trying to get even lol! Our food was bland. The seafood chimichanga was mushy seafood with what tasted like a packet of taco seasoning mixed in. My husband got the tinga taco and it was red sauce with very little chicken and a ton of huge pieces of green pepper and onion. It was also served in a large taco salad tortilla bowl surrounded by tortilla chips and soft tortillas as well. I mean it was a bit much and not in a good way. I want to like this place because I love a good mom and pop off the beaten path place. Sadly this trip let me down. I'm bummed!! The strawberry margarita was the only part if my meal I consumed all of and enjoyed. If this place stepped it up just a notch they would have something going on. Blah humbug! No bueno!
(1)Jessica M.
I have been coming here for a number of years. I usually get a take out, but today I dined in. I was craving tacos. I couldnt remember if I liked their tacos since I normally get the falautas. They offered chicken or beef. I had 1 chicken and 2 beef. I wish I would have just had chicken. The chips seemed stale. The salsa did not taste like it was made fresh, I think they use jarred stuff. This is a no no for me. The pop was also bad. Was not "real" coke. Kind of flat and syrupy. My kids shared a grilled cheese which was only half a sandwich and partially burned. The bathroom is completely yucky. Cob webs under the toilet. One of those hand towel machines that has a big piece of fabric on rollers. I can't tell you the last time I saw one of those. Gross outdated bathroom. The dinning room has not been updated since opening back in the 80s or 90s. I will only come here when desperate since it is close to my house . I hope they stop being cheap and figure out how to compete with neighboring restaurants.
(2)Kathryn G.
I came here for the first time yesterday. I was pretty pleased. I did not like how cramped the dining area was though. I accidentally elbowed a waitress as she was trying to squeeze in between the chairs. The food was good though. I ordered the taco salad and I was pretty pleased with it. I thought the prices were reasonable too. The staff was attentive and friendly so I would probably come back here again.
(4)Shannon L.
To sum it up... not good. The chips are not authentic. The salsa was blah. I ordered a taco salad and ate only a few bites. It was very bland, very un-authentic. I honestly found myself wanting to get home and have a bowl of cereal. Oh, and there was a huge ant crawling on the wall next to my daughter as we were eating. Yuck.
(1)Anonymous A.
Small, darkish, "hole in the wall" kind of place. Not terrible, but not great. Nothing stands out to me - the service was OK, the food was OK...I am new to the area, so I thought I'd try it. I'd go again because it's nearby, but not worth a special trip.
(3)Melissa K.
Went here on Cinco de Mayo -- food was just okay and the salsa was terrible. A little dumpy inside, could use a little spruce up.
(2)Ashley G.
Great food! This is a family owned place, not the Ritz... So let's not compare it to that. Margaritas are yummy and prices are good. Love going here and love the atmosphere. Try it for yourself, you'll be back :)
(5)Doreen C.
I was in the mood for a burrito. The burrito itself was good, with flavored beef, sour cream, tomatoes and onions inside it. But the chili, and I'm not kidding, was Hormel, with a little added pizzazz, and I know this because I serve it to my kids every blue moon, and Hormel has spongy beef. The salsa was Pace but with added ingredients. The rice was also NOT homemade, and the beans came out of a can. I flat out asked if they made their own salsa and the owner said, "well, no, but we add to a product..." At least the chips were warm. I wasn't there to get hammered, so I don't know how their drinks are, but the food, well... not worth it.
(2)Richie J.
every time i come here the whole staff is very friendly,I always order the hard shell tacos,I love the shell how it seems a bit flaky and almost double wrapped.
(4)Mike W.
I go to this place on occasion from time to time. It's one of the few non-Taco Bell "Mexican-inspired" places within a 5 mile radius of my house. 1 star - Location - You have to drive down Jefferson to get to the place and regardless if you're coming from the north or south the glimpses of the water and the nice looking houses are always a treat during the drive. Plus it's in a low traffic area that is easily accessible. 1 star - Price of food - Seemed to have a pretty average menu and the food prices are fair for the quality. -1 star - Staff - Servers here have been hit or miss. Couldn't sit on the deck due to potential heat exhaustion which was kind of a bummer considering it's probably as difficult to sit and eat out there as it is to serve out there on the deck. They also seem to have trouble remembering order modifications and being friendly in general. -1 star - Food - the food is very average. Pretty sure their salsa is Pace or Tostados (nobody likes that crap when they want Mexican food). -1 star - Price of alcohol - $17 for a carafe of what tastes like Franzia boxed sangria? Give me a break.
(2)Jennifer M.
The parking is HORRIBLE. This place is ok. It is the closest to my house. The chicken tacos are good. Margaritas are a little too sweet and syrupy for me.
(3)Gail P.
Not fancy for sure. The food is as good or better than any in Mexican Village.
(4)Roseanna O.
Pancho Cisco's, with its small dining room, smaller bar, and festive outdoor seating, is a local treasure; a favorite among boaters and families. I'd give it a 5 if not that it needs to be updated! (Chili pepper curtains, 80's banquet chairs) Yummy food, good chips, strong margaritas. Attentive service.
(4)Tricia H.
I love when people come into Harrison Township and expect fine dining (see other reviews). This is a small boating community that caters to the laid back boaters and fisherman lifestyle. P & C is pretty good for Michigan Mexican, the staff is great, the portions large, and the Coke is straight from the fountain - yum! It's small and a "mom & pop" place - do don't worry about wearing your flip flops in after a day of boating!
(4)Gary D.
Great food, great service, and good prices. The tacos and burritos are amazing. Generous portions and if you're feeling like a gringo try the burger. It is my top 3 in the area....char-grilled to perfection.
(5)Kent M.
I stopped in for supper tonight. I ordered an item from the specials menu - Carne Bola Guisada. Man, that was an excellent selection! Plus, the portion was large, so now I have another meal waiting for me in the fridge. From their menu: Carne Bola Guisada - Steak tips sautéed with green pepper, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes in a robust sauce; served in a bread bowl topped with melted cheese; served with rice and beans. $13.25, and worth every penny. I completed my meal with a cherry empananda, a very nice finish! Yeah, the dining area is a bit cramped, but the food is great. I recommend!!
(5)Cindy S.
Yuck....thats all I can say!!! My friend and I went here for lunch, Im from the west side so I know nothing about restaurants on the side of town. my girlfriend does not really know Mexican food but she said that she would get a botana because she knows that I really like Mexican food so she agreed to go to a Mexican restaurant.... We have been shopping all day and had nothing to eat so we were starving. I was actually shocked when I pulled up to the place it looks like a little hole in the wall but sometimes the hole in the walls have very good food, not the case here. first of all the chips were hard and very stale... The salsa tasted like somebody opened a can of tomatoes had a very tinny taste. I ordered a combination plate which had an enchilada a taco a tostada and tamale when she brought it the tamale had been opened up and they poured something on it that looks like and tasted like Hormel chili... I've never in my life gotten a tamale that had been opened up and something poured it on it... The tomatoes were cut so big that they wouldn't stay on the very chewey taco.... My friend got a botana it was pretty awful the meat was suspicious tasteing, to make a very long story short neither one of us ate our food and as we were leaving there were a couple of people coming in .....I didn't get it! Not to mention the dim lighting...to hide the dirt Im guessing. Waitress very nice...but wondering why she didn't ask why we didnt eat our food.... When she asked us if we wanted carry out containers we both said no at the same time, if I were her I would have questioned why we both had full plates. tipped her well though. Ps My step Dad is Mexican so I do know what the food should taste like, Taco Bell beats this joint hands down!!!
(1)Linzy B.
Went here last night, despite the bad reviews I read on Google. The place was packed so I thought that would count for something. The chips and salsa were not good. The chips were thick and kind of stale tasting, obviously from a bag. The two salsas tasted like they came from a jar, one was pretty thick the other was all liquid. We asked for salsa verde which is my favorite most places, Ponco & Ciscos salsa verde looked like baby food, the texture was extremely odd like they pureed peas into it. The waitress was nice, but didn't know what something was on the menu. I ordered enchiladas (one chicken, one beef, and one cheese) It looked like a sloppy mess, I think the chicken may have been canned dark meat or something. The beef was also strange. The beans were bland. And the rice tasted like it came from a bag, like those Lipton rice dishes. Overall, there was nothing special about the food, it was definitely not fresh tasting. I would have had a better meal at taco bell. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. Go to Pacos instead.
(2)Thomas B.
I have yet to have a horrible experience here. Been in the restaurant when it's busy and dead and both times the service was great. The food was quite tasty, although I am admittedly not a stickler for mega authentic. Last night I had the fish tacos and they were pretty great. My margarita was a little sweet, but I drank the whole thing like it was the last one I'll ever have let me tell you. It's a good place. I'm not finding the negatives when I'm there.
(4)Adam B.
Being new to Harrison Township, I asked one of my buddies where the good places to eat are. He said, "If you want Mexican food, you have to go to Poncho & Cisco's." It was a Friday night and the family didn't feel like going out, so I decided to test the mettle of Poncho's and order carry-out. It was incredible. I ordered the large nachos (LOADED with cheese and items), which were actually too much to eat in a sitting. The best thing about the nachos - the meat wasn't greasy, and actually had flavor! My wife ordered a taco-combo dish and ate everything (which is a rarity for my wife and sad thing for me, because I'm usually offered what's left). The salsa wasn't something I'd write home about (it was more liquid than chunky), and the chips were a little too crunchy for my liking (I prefer lighter, crisper chips), but even my kids were impressed - including my picky 5-year old. They have an outdoor eating area that seems to fill up nicely when the weather is great, and the locals swarm there.
(4)Jen O.
This is my favorite Mexican restaurant. My husband and I shared the steak fajitas and taco salad and we had enough food for lunch the next day. Margaritas are yummy and salsa and chips are fresh! Great staff, bathrooms could be a little cleaner/nicer but it doesn't prevent me from going there for dinner. 4 1/2 stars!! extra 1/2 for being kid friendly.
(4)Michael C.
I've been going to Panchos for a few years now and the food is very good. The dining area and bathrooms are blah, as others have stated but the food is tasty, the margaritas are great and the price is right.
(4)Jim R.
We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. The outside seating area had a number of people sitting there smoking in the outdoor restaurant area with a number of other people standing outside the area smoking cigarettes and talking to the people inside the eating area. That was an immediate 'NO' for us. So we went to Luna Kai instead.
(2)Crissandra S.
The chips were thick and bland, salsa also tasted like it was out of a can. The rice was not the best and tasted like a store bought brand. The chimichanga wasn't too bad, and I actually enjoyed the guacamole that it came topped with. The food was meh, but I did have very friendly service. Three stars for the tasty guac and decent chimichanga.
(3)John P.
Small restuarant, a little tacky for my taste. As for the food, chips and salsa, bought chips and salsa is watery. Large portion, but everything tasted the same to me. Margarita was okay and I thought the price was a bit high for one person, (beef borritos, w/beans and rice, two margaritas $20) Beef borritos made with ground beef. Authentic would be real beef and shreaded beef at the least. Over all an typical average Mexican restuarant.... Don't waste your money.
(2)Barbie M.
Someone I know said "you gotta try this place it's really good". I'm not going to end our friendship over this horrendous recommendation but I'm certainly going to ask him if he was joking or mad at me and trying to get even lol! Our food was bland. The seafood chimichanga was mushy seafood with what tasted like a packet of taco seasoning mixed in. My husband got the tinga taco and it was red sauce with very little chicken and a ton of huge pieces of green pepper and onion. It was also served in a large taco salad tortilla bowl surrounded by tortilla chips and soft tortillas as well. I mean it was a bit much and not in a good way. I want to like this place because I love a good mom and pop off the beaten path place. Sadly this trip let me down. I'm bummed!! The strawberry margarita was the only part if my meal I consumed all of and enjoyed. If this place stepped it up just a notch they would have something going on. Blah humbug! No bueno!
(1)Jessica M.
I have been coming here for a number of years. I usually get a take out, but today I dined in. I was craving tacos. I couldnt remember if I liked their tacos since I normally get the falautas. They offered chicken or beef. I had 1 chicken and 2 beef. I wish I would have just had chicken. The chips seemed stale. The salsa did not taste like it was made fresh, I think they use jarred stuff. This is a no no for me. The pop was also bad. Was not "real" coke. Kind of flat and syrupy. My kids shared a grilled cheese which was only half a sandwich and partially burned. The bathroom is completely yucky. Cob webs under the toilet. One of those hand towel machines that has a big piece of fabric on rollers. I can't tell you the last time I saw one of those. Gross outdated bathroom. The dinning room has not been updated since opening back in the 80s or 90s. I will only come here when desperate since it is close to my house . I hope they stop being cheap and figure out how to compete with neighboring restaurants.
(2)Kathryn G.
I came here for the first time yesterday. I was pretty pleased. I did not like how cramped the dining area was though. I accidentally elbowed a waitress as she was trying to squeeze in between the chairs. The food was good though. I ordered the taco salad and I was pretty pleased with it. I thought the prices were reasonable too. The staff was attentive and friendly so I would probably come back here again.
(4)Shannon L.
To sum it up... not good. The chips are not authentic. The salsa was blah. I ordered a taco salad and ate only a few bites. It was very bland, very un-authentic. I honestly found myself wanting to get home and have a bowl of cereal. Oh, and there was a huge ant crawling on the wall next to my daughter as we were eating. Yuck.
(1)Anonymous A.
Small, darkish, "hole in the wall" kind of place. Not terrible, but not great. Nothing stands out to me - the service was OK, the food was OK...I am new to the area, so I thought I'd try it. I'd go again because it's nearby, but not worth a special trip.
(3)Amber K.
When we walked in we were a bit put off by no one there to greet us. It actually took about 5 minutes for them to realize we were there. Once we sat, we were really pleased. The chips and salsa were good with fresh veggies in the salsa. The wet burrito had good flavoring, as did the Spanish rice. The beans were standard. We also had chicken flautas which were good but what I was really impressed with the guacamole. Good for a quick stop.
(3)David M.
Bathroom is yucky, same as the food. Every bad thing ppl say is true. And to the person who says this isn't the ritz...this isn't even the ritz garbage can. If they'd get their act together maybe i'll go back....when they sell it to someone who seems to care. A Mexican place w canned salsa, what a joke.
(1)Melissa K.
Went here on Cinco de Mayo -- food was just okay and the salsa was terrible. A little dumpy inside, could use a little spruce up.
(2)Ashley G.
Great food! This is a family owned place, not the Ritz... So let's not compare it to that. Margaritas are yummy and prices are good. Love going here and love the atmosphere. Try it for yourself, you'll be back :)
(5)Doreen C.
I was in the mood for a burrito. The burrito itself was good, with flavored beef, sour cream, tomatoes and onions inside it. But the chili, and I'm not kidding, was Hormel, with a little added pizzazz, and I know this because I serve it to my kids every blue moon, and Hormel has spongy beef. The salsa was Pace but with added ingredients. The rice was also NOT homemade, and the beans came out of a can. I flat out asked if they made their own salsa and the owner said, "well, no, but we add to a product..." At least the chips were warm. I wasn't there to get hammered, so I don't know how their drinks are, but the food, well... not worth it.
(2)Richie J.
every time i come here the whole staff is very friendly,I always order the hard shell tacos,I love the shell how it seems a bit flaky and almost double wrapped.
(4)Mike W.
I go to this place on occasion from time to time. It's one of the few non-Taco Bell "Mexican-inspired" places within a 5 mile radius of my house. 1 star - Location - You have to drive down Jefferson to get to the place and regardless if you're coming from the north or south the glimpses of the water and the nice looking houses are always a treat during the drive. Plus it's in a low traffic area that is easily accessible. 1 star - Price of food - Seemed to have a pretty average menu and the food prices are fair for the quality. -1 star - Staff - Servers here have been hit or miss. Couldn't sit on the deck due to potential heat exhaustion which was kind of a bummer considering it's probably as difficult to sit and eat out there as it is to serve out there on the deck. They also seem to have trouble remembering order modifications and being friendly in general. -1 star - Food - the food is very average. Pretty sure their salsa is Pace or Tostados (nobody likes that crap when they want Mexican food). -1 star - Price of alcohol - $17 for a carafe of what tastes like Franzia boxed sangria? Give me a break.
(2)Jennifer M.
The parking is HORRIBLE. This place is ok. It is the closest to my house. The chicken tacos are good. Margaritas are a little too sweet and syrupy for me.
(3)Gail P.
Not fancy for sure. The food is as good or better than any in Mexican Village.
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