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For three star Mexican, try Don Pico's in San Bruno. It's been around for the last 10 years. This restaurant features valet parking. People who have eaten here found the food very excellent.
5.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's, you are so good! The BEST thing here is the ceviche sampler. You can get half an order or a whole order to share amongst yourselves. It comes with shrimp, crab, and a rotating variation...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
food was ok but way overpriced and they were nice enough to charge us $$$ when my wife asked for an extra plate. Oh yes, it was our fault. There was a caveat in tiny letters at the bottom of the menu...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After years of coming to this great restuarant I finally decided to give it a review.I always seem to enjoy this place...the food always on point...fresh ...served hot...and good portion size...I have...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of these "hole in the wall" restaurants that sneaks up on you in a very good way. The venue is humble and looks like something out of the early 1960's. It is humble and warm. The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have lived in the Bay Area my entire life--which is a pretty long time--have driven by this place a zillion times (no exaggeration), and finally, at my East Coast husband's suggestion, dined here...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I won't ever go back to Don Pico's based on the fact that the owner is rude and has an inflated sense of how funny and charming he thinks he is. One night a group of friends and family dropped over...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Whooopie doo! My aunt personally knows the owners and she's the one who introduced my family to Don Picos, great place. I've been coming here for years, actually it's everytime I'm in the bay area (my...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Terrific food and service. The fish is fresh and most of the dishes take a bistro slant on traditional Mexican. Our group loved: Fish of the day (it was bass) veracruzano; camerones in green sauce;...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
3 Stars for Service1.5 Stars for FoodWe were looking for a place to eat tonight while driving around and I looked up "mexican restaurant" on my G-1's "Where" application. Don Pico's came up as having...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is hands down one of the best Mexican restaurants I've been to. With every visit I've made to Don Pico's, I've always been happy with my food, and I've tried many different things on their menu...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
pricey for mexican food but it is done well, chips are hard and can hold up any topping, guac, sour cream, meat, ceviche of all kinds.live band on most nites 1 or 2 people bands people haha it is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pleasantly surprised. First off I don't get to San Bruno too often. I hate that damn town. No offense to anyone who lives there, I'm just not a fan, i think its a dump. Anyway with that said along...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only eaten here twice but enough to vote it one of the best places for Mexican food. I usually order the combo plate, chicken enchilda with extra red sauce and chile releno. I don't know how they...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was looking for a place near the airport because I was picking up my wife and 9 year old and 6 year old from a family visit overseas. From the Yelp reviews Don Pico's sounded good and it is very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's is an institution in several Bay Area minds. This was evident the night we dined here as many were celebrating their birthdays. After scanning the bustling crowded restaurant, we were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is right down the street from my house so it's very convenient when craving some authentic Mexican food near the San Bruno area. Best thing on the menu for me, the Fresh Crab Enchiladas......
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To review Don Pico's menu online and to order online:http://www.mymealworld.com/restaurant_browse_menu.asp?id=167
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome food. Live music nearly every time I've been. I especially love the "Carnitas Yucatan" -- best carnitas I've ever had.The parking situation is completely awful, however. Don't bother trying...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Mexican food that I have found in the Bay Area, and I've tried a lot. Be warned: it can take a while to get a table and the prices are a little high for Mexican food, but it is all well worth it....
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Live music is always a plus!A little pricey for Mexican food. Friend had a deal using a coupon. Still turned out pricey.Food was okies, but had better.Parking is not a friendly matter. Tiny Tiny Lot.
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The carnitas is very good. So is their chimichangas. They also have live music on certain days. The staff is very friendly. It gets quite busy around dinner time.
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is very cute. I walked in to the tiny little bistro to live music! The booths are older and some of the chairs had ducktape on them but I thought it added to the charm. When I sat down,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Ok. I have to be real. I'm a life long San Bruno resident and have been to this establishment several times over the years but have to say - I'm not impressed. I've had better - much better. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
While visiting Tabor's I finally gave in to my curiosity to the Mexican place in the same lot Called Don Pico's. Always looked good from the outside. Not the "bowtie" kind of good, the" eat your...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Don Pico's. I dream about Don Pico's. I had lunch on my birthday at Don Pico's. Don Pico's can eradicate even the worst case of the workday Mondays. A Mexican restaurant in the Bay Area...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went her as part of a work lunch outing. It's located on a stretch of El Camino that houses several car dealerships. Get her early because parking can be a bit painful. They have a very small adjacent...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The. Most. Delicious. Cookies. EVERRRRRRRRRHHhhHhHHHhhhH!!!!!! Alfajores is the name, straight crack is the game. These just taste so homemade. After eating about 6 a-whores as I like to call...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
love it!!! always a good lunch or dinner place. i can order anything thing on the menu and always be happy, full and satisfied. I am never disappointed here. its a great place for a girl's night...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great beef enchiladas, but they have raised their prices significantly, and the owner can not be bothered by being friendly by his customers with his hat and nose in the air, as many times as I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice with coworkers and I've loved it each time. When it comes to Mexican food I don't stray to far from my staple of cheese enchiladas and filling up quickly on the chips and salsa....
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good Mexican food in the Bay Area... Who knew!? Oh yea, and they have clean bathrooms! YES!
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good traditional Sonoran menu with Nieman Ranch steaks and seafood as well. They serve huge portions at fair prices. The noise level, however, is off the charts. As much as I enjoy the food,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So I decided on a whim to stop by for a couple of tacos.....big mistake. I know people always try to come up with a new twist on old ideas but tacos? Come on! Being Latino I know what a taco should be...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for lunch and had the three item combo. The waitress seem frazzled as if it were her first day on the job. But she got her basic waitress duties done.The food was nice and hot and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the seafood ceviche sampler, the tortilla soup, and the fajita salad! The sangria is great. I love this place---One thing is --- the music has GOT to go!! Or at least turn it down! I can't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
heres a san bruno staple for ya. great food great people great music. kinda like a "cheers" atmosphere, everybody knows your name. if you lookin for a great mexican restaurant not one of those ones...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed my Surf and Surf (sea bass and prawns) and the chips and salsa they bring out in the beginning has the perfect texture and a spicy kick. I'd give this restaurant four stars just for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 or 3.5 stars. My friends and I made reservations for 8pm, but due to some confusion, we weren't seated until at least 8:30 or so. Granted, the place was packed, with one exceptionally large...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Mex food at a reasonable pirice. Worth the trek.
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my absolute favorite Mexican restaurant on the Peninsula. I describe it as Mexican food with a twist. I have recommended it to a few friends and they are all fans now. I almost don't want...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for dinner last week. Parking was convenient as they have their own parking lot right off El Camino. When we arrived it was busy as there were people waiting inside and outside. Even so...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This could possibly be the best Mexican Cuisine on the San Francisco Peninsula. My family and I love to introduce friends to Don Pico's. Always a warm smile from the owner and his sister. If I had...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food is great. love their flan, guacamole and that there are so many choices on their menu. haven't seen many mexican restaurants with soups on the menu. The servers are attentive and treat you...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We ordered take out for lunch....it was super good. Loved the salsa and chips....i ordered the ground beef enchilada and the sause was so yummy. The rice was okay but the refried beans were delish!...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I love mexican food. LOVE IT. Our favorite place on the peninsula used to be La Pinata in Burlingame and when they closed we cried.And let me introduce Don Pico's. Seriously, I crave...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i've been coming to don pico's for years now....today i came after a long hiatus, just because i felt like i was going there everyday! i just love the ladies that work there...the minute i walk in,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BF and I originally wanted to go to Celias up a block for lunch, but left ASAP when we felt creepy that we were the only ones in the restaurant. So we decided to drive back and head over to Don Picos....
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, I problay get a burrito here on the way home from work at least 3-4 times a week. Thats bad I know but hey if you knew how good their Carnita's super burrito was then you wouldnt judge me. So...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars for some of the "entertainment." If you want delicious Americanized Mexican food standards like tacos, chili relleno and the like, this place will deliver. If you want some frou frou added,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend was back in town and suggested that we go to dinner at Don Pico's which he liked for Mexican food. Our group of 4 walked in on a packed Friday night as a table opened up and were immediately...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is muy bueno. Go here all the time. They use quality ingredients so the prices are a little higher than most Mexican places. The chicken soup is so good and nutritious, it is almost...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars? The food was okay, but certainly not worth the price. $14 for lukewarm spinach in corn tortillas with sour cream? That would cost like a dollar to make at home. (What's funny is that I had...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I came here for dinner and it was PACKED!!! We didn't have to wait long for a table and the service was on point! The food was even yummier than the first time i was there. There was even a cook...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
2 stars for the chorizo fonduta & 2 stars for our server gabe.. cute little place.. live music was unexpected but nice addition.. will definitely be coming back.. the hubby gets brownie points for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Muy delicioso!!That is my first initial thought. I had heard raves about this place for weeks from coworkers, so on a rather massive hangover day last Friday (it was ugly, that is all I have to say...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I keep finding myself here! Don't be fooled by the huge basket of chips & spicy salsa (just how I like)...your fingers can't help themselves. They reach over w/o a thought. Stop yourself!...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's okay. I had the Carnitas Yukatan (spelling). I just wasn't feeling the food. BUT PLEASE, understand I am not a good person to be rating Latin food. The Sangria was good tho! And the chips...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm from S.F. and Don Pico's is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. It's well worth the short drive.I usually get the mole chicken or one of the combo dishes. I tried the sopas de res (beef soup)...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Since Isaac Mejia took over, Don P's has become my top-dog Mexican joint and hasn't looked back. I love Mexican, it is easily my favorite food. I can live off of it. In fact, I married a Mexican...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Isaac Is very helpful. Food here is authentic and the tortilla chips adnd salsa is soooo good. they do catering too!
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Katie H. and I had dinner here on 3/11/09. We had a bunch of restaurant.com gift certificates to use, and Don Pico's stood out from the pack for two reasons- (1) San Bruno = easy parking/no city...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
President Barack Obama enjoyed the killer enchilada at this place. I and President Obama love Don Pico's! The details onhttp://hubpages.com/hub/RECESSION-DINING--PRESIDENT-OBAMAS-BUDGET-DINNER
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you are a fan of Mole Sauce, Don Pico's has a really good one. It is not listed on the menu so you may need to ask for it. The waitress was saying it is always available on request. Well worth it!...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good food, little bit slow on the service.
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Right out on El Camino in San Bruno. I drove past this place for months and never gave it a second thought. Then one day, someone said "Let's go there".This is "tablecloth Mexican" - if you want a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We wanted to go here for a while, cuz every friday we drove by, there was a line out the door. So we figured it had to be good!For all you Happy Hour seekers, Don Pico's does not have happy hour. And...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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Don Pico's is the best mexican food in the area. I've been going there with my family for years. Isac always is friendly, welcoming and accomodating, have never had him treat me rudely. (referring to the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's! Their margaritas and food are yummy! Don Pico's is pretty costly, particularly the alcohol, it's crowded, and the wait is long. Still my friends and I can't stay away from this place....
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think this place has my most favorite salsa ever. And the food itself is pretty good too! It's definitely a sit down Mexican, and the prices are a little higher than say, a taqueria. But the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You would never guess from looking outside that this place is big on the inside. Just one of many surprises I found out the night my family and I went. Atmosphere was very friendly and upbeat. Live...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my gf mentioned this place to me because she saw the sign so we tried it. it was a lazy saturday around 2ish. we didnt know what to expect so we decided to order safe. the comp chips were great. we...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I have been coming to Don Pico's for years and it is one of my favorite restaurants. They are a family run business and this shows in the way they treat their regulars, which is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food. I'm not a fan of the shrimp ceviche, it was OK at best. My chicken chimichanga was excellent, the tortilla was fried to perfection, not soggy or nasty. My friends ordered fajitas and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The wait staff did a fabulous job of handling 15 sangria-and-margarita-filled people asking for different things at different times. Also, the food came out in a relatively quick fashion.I loved...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My coworkers order lunch from Don Pico's for department meetings. I was pretty impressed with the quality and quantity of the food. So when I had a craving for some Mexican food last week I decided to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming here for years for my favorite shredded beef super burritos w/their spicy salsa and chips. I took Jan here for his first time and he really liked the atmosphere. Its small, but has a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's has again blown away my palate. We went there last night for a dual birthday celebration. The place was packed but the management still was able to sit us at our reservation time...all 16...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A happy place this is! It starts with the guitarist for the evening with his upbeat guitar strumming, singing Latin tunes, Beatles, Bee Gees, Dylan, well you get the hint. My butt cheeks are...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one if my all time favorite places. The food is fresh and an array of Mexican and seafood. I'm a big fan of their saffron halibut/prawns. The flavor is amazing and I love the fact that now...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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first visit, food prep and seasoning just right.the seviche awesome! Fun...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We went there on a weekday night to avoid the weekend fever. Outside wasn't very impressive but inside was spacious and clean. They had a lot of booth seats so you would enjoy privacy with less...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ooohhhh, here we go. If you know my reviews you see in a lot of review that I know the owner, well it's sort of my thing, I own commercial property which has a restaurant in it and I've always been a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just love this place. It is crowded, VERY loud, bustling with activity and has a wonderfully charming singer - all of which make it a really fun place to go. The food is also great. It is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Usually I'm not impressed by Mexican food.....but large portions, good flavors, musics (at times a bit loud) and good service make this a place to come back to.
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I started working in San Bruno I was on the hunt for authentic mexican food, especially yummy burritos. A co-worker of mine suggested I tried them and so I did. I have been back there every week...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am always seeking a mexican restaurant that can steer away from the American version of what mexican food isn't. Head Chef and owner Isaac Mejia is our hope for such a great Mexican restaurant here...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wouldn't really call this Authentic Mexican Food but it is a Great Americanized Mexican Food Restaurant. My favorite dish here has to be the Carnitas, slow cooked marinated pork. They are very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been trying to come here for a while because it looks novel. It seems to be an icon on El Camino because it's been around for years.The food was fresh. The chips to start were deep fried warm and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! They are super friendly and remembered my name, despite the fact that I only come in every few months. I thought that was really cool. I always like to start my Mexican fiesta off...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Always a great place to get some quality Mexican food. I had the carne asada recently and it was very good. The french fries on top of the steak looked home made and were very tasty (soaked up some...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's is a great authentic Mexican restaurant on the Peninsula. We love their seafood dishes, they have a great selection and the ceviche is fantastic. Sometime we just go for the combo ceviche...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with all the others on the service - exhausting. We were seated right away but when it came to ordering our food, waving someone down, or even just getting eye contact to "try" and order more...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid Mexican Food. The Carnitas Yucatan was flavorful and a good serving. The place was packed on a Tuesday night which is always a good sign. Also tried the chile verde and the pesacdo veracruz...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not gonna front. Everyone else has probably nailed this place down, in aggregate.I rolled up on ins on the suggestion of my landlady. She dropped the fact that Obama ate here, when he was in San...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We just ate here last night and it has been quite awhile since the last time we dined at this magnificent restaurant. The food was excellent, we started with the Chorizo Fundido, then ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here since I was in middle school on and off. This place really increased in price over the months but still worth it...sometimes. Sometimes my burrito is just not there, sometimes it...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I worked in San Bruno I always order burritos to go as they were the best in the area. So yesterday I finally decided to bring the family here to experience the dinner atmosphere as I heard it's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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Don Pico's offers a true feeling of going south of the border. The overall experience was excellent. The food was served hot, timely with very good presentation. The portion size was large enough even for a...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is yum. the salsa is spicy and tasty. they make kick-ass guacamole. their chile rellenos are really, really good. tonight i had their paella de mariscos (seafood paella)--huge serving...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent service, food is much better than the average Mexican place, prices are a bit high, but overall, this place ROCKS!I especially suggest the Enchiladas Suizas. YUM!By the way, it's very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
To hec with the menu, ask the server what the owner has in the back. So many great surprises every time we come in. The owner Isaac is one of the nicest people you will ever come across. The one thing...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Be prepared for a very soupy hearty lunch experience. My friend and I came in before the noon lunch crowd so service was great and even included a few corn ball jokes.BUT the service quickly took a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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Are you looking for Mexican cuisine that doesn't require a trip south of theborder? Look no further. Don Pico's Mexican Bistro brings the hospitality andspecialty cuisine of Mexico to the heart of San Bruno....
restaurant.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When you come into the restaurant, DO NOT NEGLECT the Specials Board - as you will surely miss the incredible specials and the ceviche.I've been here many times, and each time is better than the last...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food is great! You can get any dish and enjoy. The only reason they get three stars is for service. I arrived at 6:00 seated right away and couldn't leave until after 8:30 because service was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We wandered in today for the first time and it won't be our last trip to this yummy place. We're both enchilada fiends so that's what we ordered - we remain consistent to our non-originality! We...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
not so much....nope....won't ever go here again....we really wanted to like this place, but were tremendously disappointedordered the fish tacos...they were dry and completely tasteless...my bf...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times and sometimes I wonder why I keep going back. The chips are good, but the salsa sucks -- kind of sweet and too hot with no real taste. The sangria also leaves something to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE Don Pico's! The restaurant is family owned and occasionally you'll get a free glass of wine while you wait. The camarones verdes is to die for and I can't venture out and try anything else-...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have yet to have anything less than a great meal from these guys. Sit down dining with occasional live music is a pleasure in this fairly small place that is worth the wait for seating.Their...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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I've known this family for many years and I used to love their food and service. But the unhappy hospitality at Don Picos has left a bad flavor in my mouth. Florencia looks mean and unhappy. Isac was...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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In my opinion, Don Pico's has the best burritos in the area. Also worth trying is their guacamole. You may have to wait a little during peak times, but it is definitely worth the wait. Staff is friendly and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is delicious and the service is good. Be sure to order the strawberry agua fresca. (I think that's what it's called..but it was soo good!) I've only been there once and I ordered a delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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Don Pico's is one of the best restaurants we have tried in a long time. The food was fresh and the flavor was wonderful. The restaurant is small and very busy, but it's worth the wait. The service is excellent...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Watch your credit card!! I was charged one amount when I signed for the bill then I looked at my bank and the bill was tripled. I called the restaurant and told someone about it and they just laughed...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We love this place! The ONLY reason I dont give it 5 stars is cuz the margaritas are made with wine...they just arent the same as a casadores maggie...My favorite is the Salmon Tamarindo which I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Easily one of the best margaritas I've ever had! I ordered a strawberry one which isn't the most authentic, but I was in a fruity kinda mood. When it arrived I noticed it was a bit on the watery...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's Original Mexican Bistro for me has one of the best super sized burritos!!!One day, I was with my cousin in San Bruno looking for some burritos to buy to go. Until we encounted Don Pico's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Fo Sho.This place is RAD. It's no ordinary mexican joint. My wife went in thinking she was going to get the standard wet burrito. She barely found it hiding in the corner of the menu.We ended up...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For this review I will be utilizing my public high school education by writing my review in Spanish! Ole!! For those of you who aren't quite as genius as I, do not fret, for I will be showcasing my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
omg this place has the best, best, best paella in the whole world. hands down. the best!!!!!!!! try it, i recommend the paella valesca (sp?). after having paella at don pico's i have never, ever...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a strong 4.5 stars. It was really good. I liked the enchiladas which is my first hurdle for any authentic place and most don't even come close. The salsa was good and hot, they kept the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
MMM-MMM good!Don Picos has some good mexican food! My favorite is the chicken enchiladas (with the green sauce of course). The chicken is tender and never really dry. The guacamole is delish! Big,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was okay, very fattening but that's like every other mexican restaurant. I really enjoy the live music there, that's why i go. The food is on the expensive side, at least for mexican food....
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A friend who was in town from Alaska suggested this place. After reading the reviews here, I was excited, but also skeptical as I am VERY picky about my Mexican food. Let me just say, this place...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After reading the "Dining Update" on SF Gate a while back, I was excited when friends asked us to join them for dinner at Don Pico's. The four of us enjoyed our meal (which was tasty if not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yeah it has bad parking, big deal, try eating at any decent restaurant in the city, bad parking pretty much goes hand in hand with eating out. i don't see why people write about it like its a huge...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Growing up in San Bruno, Don Picos was a regular stop for my family when he had the craving for some Mexican cuisine. Back in the day Don Picos was like any other place, lots of good Mexican...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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GREAT FOOD, ALWAYS A LONG LINE... THE OWNER IS ALWAYS DONATING TO FUNDRAISERS.
kudzu.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I started eating at this restaurant when I was very young...probably 7 or 8....25 years ago or so growing up in San Bruno. It was then and continues to be the best Mexican food in the Bay Area. There...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going to this place for almost 20 years and it has never disappointed me. I love the enchiladas, cile rellenos, rice, beans, tortillas, everything!!!
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best sit-down Mexican restaurants I've ever visited. I ordered a seafood dish (Camarones Verdes) because I was told seafood is their specialty, and it did not disappoint. The chips and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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Been there about 4 times now after work with friends and had great food and great service! Enjoyed the live music (either guitar or vocals) after 6 as well. Not a big guacamole person but its the best I've...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
*3.5 stars*DB's parents gave us a $10 gift certificate so we've been trying to use it. The last few times we were craving Don Picos, it always happened to be a Monday. We actually drove out once,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Authentic mexican! Great family restaurant. Not a good place to go for drinks as they do not have a hard liquor license. I ordered a margarita and was ever so dissapointed when I didnt taste any...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's is Mexican food the way it should be done. Some reviewers have a concept of Mexican food only encompassing burritos and tacos but I know it entails so much more. Having traveled around...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Wow I'm the second 1 star review for Don Pico's? This is a surprise.Here is the definition of a Bistro looked up in Wikipedia... "A bistro, or bistrot, is a familiar name for a type of small...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Here is all you need to know:Chips & Salsa - A Fish Tacos - A Parking - F (very hard to find parking, only reason did not receive 5 stars)The best fish tacos I have ever had!
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good food, fun atmosphere at this San Bruno spot. I agree with most of the positive reviews, although I did not think my fish tacos were superb. Good but not great. But my sons liked their...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
yummy. we go fairly regularly. some of our favorites:chile verdecamarones verdebarbacoacevichegrilled asparaguspork empanadacervezathe salsa has good kick, anything in their verde sauce is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
8/26 reviewI read some of the reviews of Don Pico's and thought to give this place a try.We just got take out because some of us were recovering from the night before.The menu offers many options and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don Picos serves the best Mexican food on the peninsula. They have been in business for as long as I can remember and the quality hasn't changed. The staff is very friendly and always fun to be...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are ever interested in some great Mexican food, Don Pico's is the place. Located in San Bruno, they have been there forever! They cook with organic ingredients and are the friendliest bunch...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i got there right before the dinner rush... and let me tell you... their dinner rush is crazy. i'm a big fan of menudo (no, not the boy band) and they actually served it on a weekday, which i found to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love Love Love Don Pico's! Their carnitas is some of the best I've ever had. The service was warm and friendly - something very rare in the upper peninsula and even though it was busy and the line at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, so I'm not a fan of some of their live music, but the chocolate chimichanga is awesome! Guac is yummy and I'd gladly scarf down a few fish tacos if only I had room after the desserts.
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, wonderful atmosphere, uniquely decorated, friendly staff, and a wonderful, friendly singer. The prices are a tad high for a grad student like me, but considering my husband and I shared a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They use organic ingredients and in the years I've been a patron, they know my name.Sure they may be more expensive, but if you want quality and stuff that won't kill your organs...imo, it's worth it....
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in the area. It's very much a neighborhood place and run by a single family I believe. In the evenings, there's frequently someone singing or playing the guitar...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's is more than just another Mexican restaurant. It would be wrong to call the guys in white who staff the kitchen anything less than chefs. The food is more than good - it's excellent and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would rate this place 4 stars if it wasn't so freakin expensive. Come on.. It's Mexican food!? You could get the same quality food in San Francisco for 5 dollars less a plate... I just don't get...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Parking sucks. The salsa is too watery. Food is only so-so, I haven't found anything there that I would order again (but we keep going back b/c my husband loves it, go figure). Guac is good, I'll give...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has the best fish tacos ever! The piece of fish they give you is huge and tastes so good. The guacomole here is pretty good too. The only thing about this place is that parking sucks.
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Patrick "Hey do you have a seat here because that shitty Brazalian restaurant next door won't even look at us."Don Pico or jr "Of course, we have a table right here, come right in"Patrick "thanks...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's rocks my world! The food is delicious and the Sangria is superb. The staff is always friendly and they know the specials like the back of their hand. Today I had a dinner party for a good...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
CHIPS AND SALSA usually set the tone for any Mexican dinner experience I am about to have and even though I was not impressed with either last night the rest of my DP experience was terrific. Our...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place looks super hip from the front and is all done up in purple, mustard, and neon. It's not quite as cool on the inside (it's no Hola! in Burlingame), but I'm more about food than decor...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's really interesting why there aren't many good Mexican restaurants around the Millbrae/San Bruno area. I think this might be the best one that is not a taqueria. The fish is fresh and juicy with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been to Don Pico's during the day as it's a close drive from my office -- and thank god for that!! I can see this place quickly becoming a nightmare for my scale ... ;)The waitresses are...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Finally some good Mexican food. The place was packed on a Tuesday night but we got a table right away. The service was kind and quick and the food awesome. I had tacos and my wife had the sea bass....
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I prefer restaurants that are not fancy but have good food, quality ingredients, and friendly service. This is my kind of place! I usually can't make up my mind and end up ordering two dinners......
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
HOW CAN YOU NOT LOVE A PLACE: after sharing 4 pitchers of margaritas with 4 really awesome people? BUT REALLY: the enchiladas and pico de gallo are delicious here. seriously, the best pico anywhere...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Most people expect inexpensive when ordering at a Mexican restaurant. Don Pico's is not cheap, although just a few dollars more than a place like El Torito, however for what you get, it outclasses...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastico, Viva Mr. Donald Pico!!! could this part of el camino in san bruno be the next gourmet ghetto or barrio. great food and ambience for all tastes...from traditional dishes to more creative...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This used to be one of my favorite lunch spots in the area. I've tried several of the dishes & combinations there until I found my favorite, Garlic Shrimp aka Camarones a la Ajillo (sp?). I went...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like this restaurant although I only go every six months or so because my favorite place is a few miles down the road. Service here can be kinda spotty but every time I've come for breakfast it's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2007
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I recently came here for the first time and was immediately greeted and seated when I walked through the door. They served me one of the best burrito's I have ever had. I would reccomend this pace to anyone I...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So, major point reduction for only having "wine" margaritas. I was jonesing for a stiff tequila-based drink, and instead opted for a horchata, which was pretty good. My liver (and state of mind the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2007
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IM OF HISPANIC DECENT AND RARELY GO OUT AND EAT WHAT I CAN EAT AT HOME BUT FOR THIS PLACE I MAKE THE EXCEPTION FOOD IS A-1 AND AS FAR AS THE SERVICE ITS NICE TO BE SERVED BY SOMEONE WHO ACTS LIKE THEY KNOW...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Este restaurante es tan bueno! El almuerzo fue excelente. Viva Don Pico!!Necesito encontrar hora feliz, temprano!
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Carla's Take:The food here is very good. Portions are quite big, but hey.. were in america. The people here are very personable and friendly. I would definitely recommend trying this place out.
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome lunch! Friendly and energetic server. We had Guacamole, Cheese Fondue, Taco, Enchilada, Tamale, and Chile Relleno. A delicious feast with full flavors and great service.
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2006
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I've been going to this restaurant for years, and I love it. They have great fresh food and great friendly service. Try the mole enchiladas when they are on the specials. YUM!!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pre-Mamacita, this was the only place on my radar that was a solid sit down Mexican restaurant (no, Chevy's does not count). Fortunately, my office is less than a mile from Don's Pico's. Like...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very good Mexican food! wow! i love their menu! the ceviche is outstanding! the decor is very nice as well...this will have me come back for more...it's a little pricier than most mexican restaurants...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
homestyle mexican food in a casual friendly environment. huge portions and very flavorful. i recommend the fajita salad as a savory healthy item.
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Don Pico's offers Mexican-food aficionados an interesting juxtaposition. On one hand, it's an old-school "plate food" restaurante of the SoCal style, serving up combination platos and cold beers. But...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome Mexican food! The restaurant is lively and packed after 6 pm. Hands down, the best Mexican food in San Bruno. Plus, they have live music on certain days! The parking is almost non-existant and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great environment, authentic, but the food isn't great. I don't eat meat, so of the vegetarian dishes -- cheese enchiladas, etc., they're only fair. I prefer Celias down the road.
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
usually when i have my choice between celia's or don pico's...i prefer don pico's...it's pretty good mexican food....the enchiladas are good....i think it's the sauce here that makes everything taste...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2006
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Food critics were way off with this place. I should have known "Mexican Bistro" would lead me South. Mexican standards like enchiladas and chile colorado are compromised with extreme eccentricity. Their...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good, but not Great. The cheese Enchiladas have a little bit of a sauce that is smoother and not as red as most tortilla sauces. The servings are large, prices are around $12 / entree w/ rice and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
After reading all the rave reviews, we decided to try it. The VERY WORST restaurant we've ever been to. How can you F*ck up Mexican food? Here's how - cold bland beans, meat that's been reheated in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you've recently transplanted from Los Angeles or thereabouts and are sick of getting a burrito when someone promises you "Mexican food," get your butt on down to Don Pico's. This is good...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have always loved Don Picos but today I tried the Camarones Verdes which really rocked. Their salsa is also yummy, sweet and hot. Their service is good and pretty fast which was great for our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here a few times and ordered the chicken quesadilla, the meat was pink. The waiter insisted thats how it was supposed to be. I used to work near buy so I gave it a few more chances. The paiella...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The lobster enchilada special was a little too rich, but I guess that's lobster. That was one instance where I wouldn't have minded some filler ingredients, though. Other than that: the enchilada's...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the few things I miss about working in San Bruno. Man, Im going to make a trip out there soon. Awesome staff, and they remember your name if you come often enough.
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Live music, friendly atmosphere, great hostess...but best of all, the authentic mexican food. Great for crowds or for couples. Most likely this place may get loud, but that's just expected when this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you go to this place often enough, they'll remember your name, your favorite drink, your favorite dish, and your answer to the most important question in Mexican cuisine: "red or green?"
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best thing I ever did for my company was discover Don Pico's. But does anyone thank me? Or offer to buy me a free lunch every day for the rest of my life? No.
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn good and the best Mexican food in San Bruno. This is one of my favorite lunch destinations. The guacamole is so yummy. Family owned and operated which always adds a special touch to your...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2005
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The food is very excellent and tasty. I wouldn't recommend going on either a Friday or Saturday- the service has been less than satisfactory due to the added crowds, I would assume because of the live music...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2004
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This place has been around for a LONG time and it's no wonder. Almost everything on the menu is good, but the Carnitas and all the seafood dishes stand out. Don't forget to check the Chef's Specials board as...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2002
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fresh mexican food featuring lots of fish and quality ingredients. reasonable prices, friendly atmosphere. great enchiladas rancheros and carnitas yucatan, but most dishes are overly mild...
sfgate.com - user review
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don picos has the best cooks in the world, i have been going their for over 10 years and have never had.....
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