Don Pancho Villa

Reviews

• Lindsey G.

  star star star star star 28 September 2026

  The tacos are $2 a piece and worth every cent! They have two different homemade hot sauces. They are both delicious but the green was my favorite.
  
  When I first walked in I thought I walked into the wrong place. It is a convenient store/market with a restaurant in the back corner. If you are looking for authentic tacos, this is your place. I will be back!

• Jennifer G.

  star star star star star_border 19 September 2026

  This hidden gem which seems to be a secret among local workers in the area is hidden away in the corner of a 3 store strip mall at the Drew Street ramp to US 19 North. When you walk in you will immediately find yourself in a very cramped Latin Market but make your way to the very back and turn left and you will find a small restaurant in the middle of the cold drink case and cases of soda. You can read off of the board and order to go like fast food or have a seat at one of the tables or booths for full service. Don't forget your drink! Because this place doubles as a market and you pay at the cashier you need to grab your drink be it Jarrito or maybe a Modelo or even a 6 pack if feeling adventurous out of the drink case, similar to eating at Wholefoods. After that you have full access to their menu. For my first visit I opted to get the $5.99 lunch special of Dos Tacos with one pastor and one shredded chicken. The lunch special comes with rice and beans. Both Tacos were authentic street tacos with homemade maiz tortillas and the refried beans tasted muy delicioso and homemade as well. I also ordered a side of chili relleno which I do have to say I've had better.  For the hearty eater I would recommend a platter because I don't think the lunch special is quite large enough. If you are looking for tex mex or americano Mexican this is not your place. If you are looking for a quick authentic spicy bite to eat then this is your place. Looking around I was the only white woman in there surrounded by Mexican and Latin construction workers so you know it must be good! Ha Ha
  Ambiance and a family night dinner this place is not. Looking for the full enchilada with mariachi and giant Margaritas this place is not. Think Mexican hole in the wall or truck stop eating next to the case of chips waiting to be put away. More of a grab and go back to work kind of joint. I personally loved being surrounded by all of the Mexican food, drinks and candy it made me feel like I was back in Mexico. The food was authentic and delicious and next time I'm in the area and am craving some Mexican and need to grab lunch quickly this is where I'm going.
  I decided on 4 stars because of ambiance. Food was a solid 4 to 4 1/2 stars

• Jason K.

  star star star star star_border 14 September 2026

  Don Pancho Villa has been rock-solid over the years. I remember when they first moved to this location from their old location, and I wondered if they would survive, as it was just a corner kitchen area in wide swath of empty tables. No need to worry at all... I've actually brought friends here that are from Mexico City, and they were properly impressed with the flavor and presentation of the food.
  
  The fact they have huitlacoche should be enough to tell you they straight-up mean business. We tend to get groceries here more often than dinner, but you can't go wrong in either direction. They've got a great selection of beers in the cooler, and of course you'd be remiss not to hit up the pan dulce case right after you walk in. The tacos here are consistently on point, and I always make sure to check out the posted specials of the day. If it's the weekend and either posole or barbacoa are listed, don't pass them up!

• thomas f.

  star star star star star_border 8 September 2026

  This is the second time I've eaten here in the last two weeks. The food is indeed good as other reviews have alluded to. This evening I had the Enchiladas Verde that was supposed to be Pollo but was brought to me with Bistec instead. I ate it anyway as it looked good and tasted just fine. I've not had anything to complain about with the food. Quality standard Mexican food at fair prices.
  
  If I have any criticism it's about the service. The last time I was here Brazil was playing a Copa America match on TV. This time I asked that one of the TVs be turned to the US-Panama game and was flatly told no even though all the TVs were playing the same music videos. And, of course, ordering chicken and getting steak Enchiladas. I have never felt comfortable with the servers here and I can't help wondering if the service is wildly uneven for me because I'm not Latino.
  
  I'll probably try some other places before I return here again but I'll keep it in mind because the food is good here.

• Meghan C.

  star star star star star 4 September 2026

  If you want authentic this is the place for you! So fun too! Walk in and you'll be in the market with cultural food items. In the back is the restaurant with self seating. Very nice staff and very fast. Food comes out in minutes. You are able to pick a drink from the fridge which is fun because some comes from Mexico and have fun shaped glass bottles. I enjoyed their burritos