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Panchos Restaurant

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3615 Highland Ave
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

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Panchos Restaurant
Local(310) 545-6670

3615 Highland Ave
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

http://WWW.PANCHOSRESTAURANT.COM

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Pancho's Restaurant in Manhattan Beach is a four star Mexican restaurant. This is a great place. Check out this popular and affordable place in the Manhattan Beach area. It's been awarded the Best of Mexican Food and Best of Margarita awards.

User Reviews of Panchos Restaurant

Yelp.com Review - by Douglas D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Does SoCAl have enough Mexican restaurants. Yes we do but Pancho's is truly a stand out. They have the best diverse menu. With all the really delicious standards, they have added a tremendous...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Sure, this place is pretty downstairs, and has a cool vibe going for it. It's also so loud it's hard to hear the person next to you.But seriously, the food is WAY overpriced... and basically...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great food with a nice atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Regina S.

3.0 of 5 stars. i last went here on a friday for drinks post a fancy work celebration earlier in the evening. it was a fun change from being in a higher end place after everyone was nice and relaxed. it was kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie P.

2.0 of 5 stars. Ahh Pancho's. I was very excited when I first found out about a Mexican restaurant in Manhattan Beach. That was until I went there.It is a cool restaurant inside. It's much bigger than you think,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by John B.

2.0 of 5 stars. Bottom line: Decent food, but terribly overpriced for the quality. The menu is large with a good variety and selection, but a basic burrito with rice and beans shouldn't be north of $20. Covering...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Caron C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had not been here to dine in quite some time, but have always loved the downstairs area that has a feeling of being in a rainforest. I just rolled in here, late one evening, and sat at the bar, as...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly H.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place! Great Mexican atmosphere (not hip and trendy by the way) but a lotta fun. Service is great! Food is great! I love the Mole here and that's an easy dish to screw up.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Boj o.

5.0 of 5 stars. After 2 hours of riding our bikes, my wife and I were craving for Mexican food. We were thinking of our favorite Mexican Restaurant, Riviera in Redondo Beach at first but we decided to check Pancho's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Four stars for the Wednesday happy hour-cantina taco night only. The dining room is unremarkable - I haven't been terribly impressed with the food (overpriced unless you have a coupon) or the service...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by mor and nadi a.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not sure who our waiter was; drinks were taken by one waiter, then asked by the "Manager/Supervisor" for drinks again, then another came by and took our order.Bottomless chips and salsa were served;...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Really Good!! I give it four stars because I've never tried anything else but the steak fajitas, and I've been here about 3 times. It's one of those places where u eat your face off then all of a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jody S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Valet. Good salsa. Good burrito.
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephanie K.

1.0 of 5 stars. You're really going to give me a birthday dessert that I didn't ask for, then charge me? Not cool Pancho's, not cool.
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Adriana G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Mexican restaurant in Manhattan Beach? My friend recommended this place as the next best alternative to a Sunday brunch because the place we had initially wanted to go to was not what we were...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by stella b.

4.0 of 5 stars. Fun spot to sit in the bar area on any given night and listen to the band. The music has always been great, classic rock, and the margaritas add a nice touch. The ground beef quesadilla is the bomb!
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by De B.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is great! It's so many things- a rockin' happy hour spot, a romantic dinner spot, a group party spot, but always a delicious food spot! I love their mole, and stuffed poblano with crab......
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Vernice V.

4.0 of 5 stars. I dig this spot! We always get seated quickly even when it's crowded. The food is good, and the portions are huge! The margaritas will give you a pretty good buzz. I love sitting in the courtyard...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tanner M.

2.0 of 5 stars. I wondered in to this place one day when I was hanging out at the beach and wanted to catch the second half of a Laker game. It looks like a stereotypical, dime a dozen Mexican restaurant from the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Oh I know you're thinking, not another yelp review of some mediocre Mexican Restaurant. Well to make this short and sweet, 8 Greeks ended up here because we confused the mas cooler "Mucho's" for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by N.oah Q.

4.0 of 5 stars. Normally I'd be running as far away as possible from a restaurant like this. Considering Manhattan Beach has never been known for its amazing food, this food snob was taken into Pancho's over the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eddie C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Pancho's is good, but their prices are a little high! I mean, $15 for lunch combos such as the 2 Beef Taco or 1 Taco and 1 Chicken Enchilada? They do, however, have free chips and salsa that are...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeremy M.

4.0 of 5 stars. The atmosphere and service are excellent and the bar is OK. Lots of good tequila. Most of the food is good, not great. However, Pancho's really shines when you order food that you can't find other...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Mediocre food for the price. Its a nice atmosphere to meet up with some people for a few drinks and a bite to eat. I wouldn't recommend it for a meal but finger foods and drinks work well. They have...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy L.

2.0 of 5 stars. (2.5) if pancho was a real man, he would be gorgeous, sexy, and oh so hot! shaggy black hair, sparkly eyes, and a crest white stripes smile. but if pancho was a real man, he probably wouldn't have...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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blech

I came to Pancho's last night with three hot girls who like to eat. The atmosphere was good and the food was borderline adequate…given the price. After dinner we sat in the bar…ordered a few rounds and took...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Krista C.

1.0 of 5 stars. I came to Pancho's last night with three hot girls who like to eat. The atmosphere was good and the food was borderline adequate...given the price. After dinner we sat in the bar...ordered a few...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chia C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Maybe I've been out of LA too long, but Pancho's was awesome!! The food was great. The drinks were great! The waiters were hilarious! My BFF and I went there for dinner which was a 45 minute wait. We...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Cindy C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like Pancho's. The atmosphere is good, and the chips and salsa are excellent. The food is pretty good, and the drinks are great, though a little expensive. The last time I was there I had a tamale...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by William T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love Pancho's. The decor is great, there is always a great group of people, the bar is always fun, and the food is very good. I love the chips, carnitas, fajitas, etc. The tacos on Tuesday are a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by karen k.

3.0 of 5 stars. I never know where I'm going when I go out with Ms. A. I'm not complaining. I'm not saying it's a bad thing. Tonight, she said, "No, I don't want to go to The LA Food Show. Let's go to Pancho's !...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Debo J.

3.0 of 5 stars. Pancho's is a cool place. The food is good. The ambiance is great. The prices are a little high.They always start you off with Chips and Salsa, and their chips and salsa are really damn good....
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lucuma X.

2.0 of 5 stars. The food is just ok but the place can be fun. Good for after sunset drinks.
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Christian C.

2.0 of 5 stars. I still don't get why people go here. The food is as bad as Mexican food can get. I've gone here a few times when nothing else was open, and it's offensively bad given the price. The South Bay is not...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristin K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Well overpriced Mexican food. I'd rather go to El tarasco right around the corner to eat then go to Panchos for margaritas after. The margaritas are a little pricey but their really really good.
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah J.

3.0 of 5 stars. (I should preface this with the fact that I was there at 4:30pm having an early bird special with my grandma.) I had a very ominous feeling when I walked into Pancho's: it was dark, smelly, and there...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Del G.

5.0 of 5 stars. YUM! I love the margaritas and the mole! Expensive, but worth the money. Great atmosphere! The fish tacos are also great and I love the chicken tortilla soup. Be careful though...after a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lonnie P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I didn't expect much from a mexican restaurant in Manhattan Beach, but this place has decent food. Their birria and sopes plates are pretty good....these dishes are not typically found in more...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Liz K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love Pancho's! They have fantastic enchilada's! The chips and salsa are amazing. I love bringing friends to this wonderful mexican restaurant.
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Edward C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Lets get one thing clear...Mexican food is mexican food anywhere....Im sorry...I said it...and the cats out of the bag. I mean how can you mess up putting together cheese, meat, rice and salsa?But...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by barry w.

3.0 of 5 stars. *** hi-end sexy mexi ambiance, but i have had better food. ***pancho's is a romantic and beautiful lil mexican restaurant.i came here w/ my son last nite for a bite so ... no good. (lol)food is good...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalie W.

4.0 of 5 stars. you're probably thinking, "natalie is giving a MEXICAN place FOUR STARS?" yes, that's right, folks. and this is coming from a girl who hates when her food touch each other on a plate (i only make an...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Natasha C.

2.0 of 5 stars. The atmosphere is nice but the food can be way better - especially for the prices for Mexican food - $17 for a 2 taco platter? Go for the margaritas, sports on TV's, crowd. Much better Mexican options...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Harvs K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not bad at all! I came here for my birthday with my two best buds and It was definitely an experience (esp the pic of me wearing a massive sombrero and having the waiters sing happy b-day to me....
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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Fiesta Time!

Love the atmosphere and great for parties. Went to a birthday party there and had a super time, got there early and watched the game in the bar area, music on selected nights. Food is average and great for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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Awful Food, Rude Waitstaff, Lied About Vegetarian Beans

I went there for lunch last week and you couldn't pay me to go back. The waiter was rude and could barely communicate in English. The food was overpriced for generic Mexican stuff: just cheesy, yucky stuff to...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tyson L.

2.0 of 5 stars. The food is fine, but way too expensive. So its not even 3 stars for me. You pay for the atmosphere I suppose. Its well decorated and full of green plants. If its also the beach location that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Cool old school mexican joint in MB. Place was a short walk from my friend's place so we hit up the bar to grab some margaritas and guac. Seems like a locals hangout and people are pretty chill....
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sean M.

3.0 of 5 stars. food selection ? above average service ? averagequality ? above average prices ? lets just say if you're eating by the ocean and paying for valet parking you shouldn't concern yourself with minor...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Thanks yelpers.... Starving in Manhattan beach for mexican food, we went to Pancho's... A mexican restaurant with a valet.... Damn fancy pants.... 45 minute wait? No problem we will walk around...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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Mixed review on my visit

I have to say the portions are Tejas (Spanish for Texas) size. Do not think you can have your own appy AND your own dinner. The dinner was plenty. We arrived around 6 - 615 and were seated promptly on a...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Francine K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ask to sit in the downstairs patio if possible -- it's the prettiest place in the entire restaurant with an outdoor feel, a fountain and lots of greenery. The food also is good -- I love the vegetable...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Leigh S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is the best Mexican food in the South Bay! Everything we ordered was really delicious! Our waiter had a great personality and made our experience even more delightful. Although it is a really...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Law W.

2.0 of 5 stars. You know what I'm talking about. You know you do. The restaurants where you know you should order your food along w/ your drinks because you know they won't return to take your order for another 15...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Johnathan T.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is gorgeous, it's themed like your in Mexico, they outfits the employees where are great with the theme of the restaurant, ask to sit downstairs where u get seated, or if u like space where...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Beverly B.

3.0 of 5 stars. The ambiance is fantasic, however the service falls a little short. Im vegan, and so I requested the taco salad without meat, cheese, and sour cream. This may sound high maintenace but I was very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gabi K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Just coming back from a bachelorette party dinner at Pancho's. There were 8 in our group... and we had a reservation for 8pm. Minus one star because we arrived on time but had to wait 1/2 hour to be...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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Gross

Be careful not to open the wrong door when looking for the restroom in this place. I mistakenly opened the door to the kitchen, where, to my horror, I saw something I couldn't believe. A chef, or what looked...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Dangerous Food

If you like finding a metal bolt in your taco, eat at Panchos. If you like having the cops called when you complain, eat at Panchos. Horrible experience, never going back.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shawn E.

4.0 of 5 stars. I thought this place was adorable.I guess it was pricey, but the portions were huge and I have no complaints about the quality of food. I certainly did not feel outraged by the price. I would...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracy T.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place is SOOOO expensive! And not good!Yes, it's beautiful inside. But you can get the same inside but outside feel from Paco's Tacos Cantina on the other side of the airport. Yes, it's nice to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by dean y.

5.0 of 5 stars. Best mexican food in LA. Quality meats and seafood. Service is very good as well. I love the beef burrito and seafood burrito. Great place to take groups for drinks as well.
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marineh B.

3.0 of 5 stars. My favorite part of the experience was the interior layout. Multi-floored restaurant filled with beautiful plants and flowers. The food was pretty good. Huge menu. Not the best mexican food I've had,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joan S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Things that make ya go hmmmmmm:Haha the previous reviews of Pancho's! Those reviews convinced me that I know squat about Mexican food, seriously....'cause I thought my meal was pretty darn good....
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley D.

4.0 of 5 stars. We love Pancho's! It's definitely on our list of places to take out of town company, especially with kids because the restaurant is pretty loud, so nobody noticed their noise!
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica E.

4.0 of 5 stars. Okay, I love Panchos...it's one a my fav Mexican Restaurants. It's super cute inside and I just love the atmosphere...such good food and margs too.
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeannine M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I see that everyone's knocking this place down for pricing. I can only imagine that they were there for dinner and/or Tuesday night karaoke (that's worth a trip back here from NY), as lunch was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Diane T.

5.0 of 5 stars. I don't get the bad reviews for this place either. When hubby and I lived in Redondo Beach, this was one of our favorite places to go. The atmosphere was wonderful. Even though you're indoors, you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Che'Ron Q.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a great restaurant, although it may be a little on the pricey side for some. It is definitely a cool place to check out. The food is wonderful especially the enchiladas made with ground beef!...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aaron J.

5.0 of 5 stars. Warning: Don't go to Pancho's if you are a cheap ass who would be just as happy eating a gordita at Taco Bell. This place is legendary and if you can't handle paying a little extra (and tipping for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert E.

4.0 of 5 stars. Pancho's is great. Is the most authentic Mexican food in the greater LA metropolitan area? No, you can head to Echo Park for that. Is the cheapest? No, you can head to a taco stand if that that is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachelle M.

4.0 of 5 stars. The margaritas are delicious, but my second i think was weaker than the first, i think because i ordered the first at the bar. Mango rocks. I even recommend the banana, sounds weird, but its not sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by melissa b.

5.0 of 5 stars. ok so i first of all, all these people that are complaining about this place keep saying that el torrito or Acapulco is better..well maybe that is there problem ..they like shitty food...i went to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andy M.

4.0 of 5 stars. i say mexican food as you think of it: lots of beans, cheese and rice. in a nice atmosphere and with solid margaritas to boot.
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew D.

2.0 of 5 stars. Pros:The place is visually appealing. The trees and lights throughout the eating area were enjoyable. The chips and salsa were pretty good.Cons: The service was very slowThe food wasn't very goodThe...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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Great Atmosphere and good food by Tarasha D. at InsiderPages

Panchos is an upscale Mexican restaurant. They have Valet parking, but that's only because it's so hard to find parking in MB. I think the food is very authentic and flavorful. I particularly like the bacon...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa Z.

2.0 of 5 stars. Mediocre at best, annoying at worst. This place is for people who really don't know what Mexican food or margaritas are supposed to taste like. I have driven by it several times and finally went...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by KYLE K.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food is good, not great or excellent but I enjoyed it the 2 times I've been taken there by a Santa Monican. The ambiance is cool, you feel like you are eating in an outside cafe. The service is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alison B.

1.0 of 5 stars. The restaurant itself is a great looking Mexican restaurant. It reminds me of all of the authentic big restaurants in Mexico. It was grand and tropical-ish....even the hostess took 5 minutes to seat...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rell E.

2.0 of 5 stars. I don't get this place. It's pricey, but what am I paying for? I don't have a problem paying for quality, but I know of some corner Mexican joints were I can get the same caliber food that they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael T.

3.0 of 5 stars. I'm a Mexican food aficionado. Plain and simple. Pancho's food is excellent overall and there atmosphere is great (although a little noisy for my taste). Service is always great and typically never...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by andrea d.

4.0 of 5 stars. Pancho's puts the fun back in queso fundido! Made with artichoke hearts and jalapenos, it's spicy cheesy heaven. Their margaritas are pretty tasty too. When I worked in El Segundo, this was a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Susan K.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food was really tasty, the salsa was chunky and spicy, just the way I like it. The decor was cute. The real story of the night were the margaritas which knocked my socks off. I was with a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Minnie N.

4.0 of 5 stars. TX gal on the hunt for great Mexican food in So. Cal. This is not the the same Pancho's in TX as in "Raise the Flag". It's a nice establishment that has nothing to do with the TX Pancho's. Same...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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Beware of the Naughty Mags!

Don't say I didn't warn you, the Naughty Mags are awesome but strong! The food at Panchos is great, but overpriced. The bar is always packed and there is usually a wait to get a table. Definitely try to make...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Anne G.

2.0 of 5 stars. prices are pricey for mexican food. normal entree $17, but you can find coupons in local mailers and the DISHES ARE HUGE! not to mention, the margaritas are gi-normous.valet parking ($4 w/...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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Best Mexican Food in the South Bay

Great food, great margaritas, great location! What else do you need? On top of this, we occassionally get coupons for one free entree which also turns it into a great bargain.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Samantha B.

1.0 of 5 stars. I have never felt so embarrased about being a californian in my life. While visiting friends in so-cal, I was lucky enough to enjoy a really great meal at this adorable mexican restaurant. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Shelley H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Even though the food was alright, I just LOVED the ambiance here! Lots of colorful mexican tiles and there's these huge frond trees inside this bi-level restaurant. My coworkers brought me here for...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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NOTHING LIKE A NAUGHTY MAGGIE

These are the best margaritas in all of Southern California. Their Fish Enchiladas are excellent with huge portions. Service is great as well.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryan Q.

3.0 of 5 stars. Parking: Street ParkingDay: MondayTime Arrived: 12:00pmWait Time: 0 minsItems Ordered: Combinaciones Mexicanas #7: Beef Taco and Chicken Tamale with Mexican-style rice and beansCooking Time: 15 mins...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Why go to Pancho's? Here are some reasons ... - You want a margarita or cocktail with your mexican food. - You want to sit down at a table, and have a real waiter bring your food. - You don't want...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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Authentic Food & Excellent Margaritas!

Two weeks ago I took my parents and fiance to Panchos on a Friday night. It was busy but with reservations we were seated within 15 minutes. The margaritas are amazing, truly worth their weight in gold....
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Mole Mole!

If you are looking for an authentic experience, with authentic food, than Pancho's is the place to go. The old world feeling when you walk in makes it feel like you are stepping into a little piece of Mexico,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Vanessa H.

3.0 of 5 stars. I only went for the bar and the band.It's a fun place to go with a bunch of friends although it was pretty crowded when we got there so we were quickly separated. The band was good but REALLY loud. As...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenn G.

3.0 of 5 stars. PROs: Cool place and beautiful inside. Large and tasty margaritas Karaoke on Tuesday and Sundays Fun for birthdays! (They sing to you, put a giant sombrero on you,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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Always a treat

Panchos is great spot to go with basically anyone. Great for a party with a huge group to a first date. The ambiance of this place feel really authentic. It's full of Mexican and American antiques including...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by janet k.

3.0 of 5 stars. We went to Pancho's on possibly a really, really bad night. At least as far as the crowded part goes. We were with a group of 12 of my oldest and closest friends. Truly, we had been snacking and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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Best Mexican Restaurant in town

If you want authentic Mexican food, Pancho's is the best in town! Service is excellent. And is kid friendly!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by stephanie r.

3.0 of 5 stars. I have a friend who absolutely loves this place. He is adorable and sexy and we have been friends for 8 years, so I've been here with him on several occasions, namely his birthday and, after he moved...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott A.

4.0 of 5 stars. The parking here sucks, because you have to go valet and the ground is uneven. Besides that, once you enter it's usually busy, but I was impressed when I went downstairs to eat. It was like being on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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Arriba!

Arriba, because this place gets crowded and you may face a big line. Very good food, wide menu selection, margaritas are excelente! Lovely atmosphere, too. Valet parking is very handy.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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Impressed

My husband and I stopped by for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Mole was delicious! Prices are expensive but portions are HUGE. We split our entree and still had some left over for lunch. Service was good....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jack R.

2.0 of 5 stars. pricey and expensive for mexican food.I was really under-whelmed by the ambiance. The lighting was dark and the food was typical yet boring. The Karoke bar was too loud and obnoxious. It's situated...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carmen M.

1.0 of 5 stars. Not very good Mexican food plus this place is way over priced! There are better Mexican food restaurants in town!
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by TheDancingChef C.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place had the best margarita's and the karaoke on Tuesday night is the one of the best times I've ever had. With good company and decent drinks and great music it's a real happening spot in the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Valerie H.

5.0 of 5 stars. I don't get why everyone is knocking Pancho's either!! Its great mexican food, I've been going here every year for everyone in my family's birthday since I was like 6. ( the bday person gets a free...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Aly D.

2.0 of 5 stars. why in the hell would that many people wait an hour or more to have very mediocre mexican food? maybe its the vast meat market that pancho's provides to young, college frat boys looking to score some...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Cheri. A G.

2.0 of 5 stars. I don't know why so many people like Pancho's. All the food tastes the same, it is more like a chain American Mexican food with little flavor and they charge you more. If I meet people there I do...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very cool old restaurant with very tasty food. The portions are extremely large. Loved the margaritas and enjoyed the live music after dinner.
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Todd W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm not sure why everyone is knocking Pancho's? Is it expensive? Yes. But the meals are huge and you only need one for every two people. Are the margaritas good? Hell yeah they are, but order a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Lori K.

1.0 of 5 stars. I've never understood the draw of this place or why it is so popular. It feels cramped to me in some areas of the restaurant and the bar, probably due to the layout and shape of the building. Although...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by kim n.

3.0 of 5 stars. Seems like a really popular place with the locals. I guess as Mexican places go this place has a lot of history and the building has been around since the 20's. The somewhat rundown, vegetation...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott B.

2.0 of 5 stars. The atmosphere in Pancho's is quite lovely, with an interior balcony overlooking the main dining area, and plants everywhere. That said, most of the food is pretty bland and overpriced (which is par...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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Great for out of town visitors

Huge portions, yummy "authentic" food and fun decorations. Servers are helpful and friendly. The atrium dining room can feel slightly crowded with people and plants, but the natural lighting and beach...
menupages.com - user review - 08/12/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracy M.

2.0 of 5 stars. If I am going for mexican, I want the best....although I have been to Panchos on several occasions, my last visit gets a meager 2 star rating. bland quesadilla, slow service and too many chips.
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2006
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Manhattan Beach staple

This place is great for a large group or for entertaining out-of-town guests. The margaritas are good and strong; the waitstaff is attentive and authentic - some of the servers have been there for more than 20...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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Fantastic!!

Went here to eat and watch the Lakers game. Food was delicious, atmosphere was rockin'. All around great place to eat and meet people! Definately recommended!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/16/2004
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Rockin good times

If you want to eat mexican food in a large pary atmosphere this is the place in South Bay. Great for the 20's and 30's crowd. Bring your wallet.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2002
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Wow- Great Mexican Food

From the moment you walk into the resturant you are transported into a delightful fantasy. The menu is diverse and the wait staff extremely helpful. I would highly recommend it for entertaining and family...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2002
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Wow-Margueritas!!

Great marguerita's, lot sof flavors to choose from. But be careful, they could be the start to a "lost night"!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2002
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Very large Mexican restaurant

This cavernous restaurant is only a few blocks up from the water in Manhattan Beach. The inside has sort of a tropical theme to it. During my meal, I kept hearing rock songs like "Patience" and "Crocodile...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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Good time but pricey

Pancho's is solid ( good margaritas, large menu, good food, fun atmosphere)...but can be pricey for what you get.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/12/2002
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OpenTable

Pancho's restaurant is one of the oldest and best known landmarks in the South Bay. This famous Mexican restaurant features a uniquely beautiful atmosphere with the warmth & hospitality of an elegant hacienda....
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TripAdvisor

great restaurant! i've been there many times with my son's family. food and service is excellent and.....
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Gayot

the south bay's oldest mexican restaurant has decent food and attentive service, but that's not why it's famous. the reason the place is so popular is the ambience, which has the patina of over eighty...
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