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Don Pancho's Taco Shop

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At Don Pancho's Taco Shop, we're your go-to spot for delicious, everyday Mexican eats in Imperial Beach. As a down-to-earth option with counter service and outdoor seating, we invite you to grab a seat and dig in. Our customers rave about our tasty food, saying it's always fresh...

Don Pancho's Taco Shop

Fast food · Imperial Beach

4.4 · 1,584 avis Google

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À propos de Don Pancho's Taco Shop

At Don Pancho's Taco Shop, we're your go-to spot for delicious, everyday Mexican eats in Imperial Beach. As a down-to-earth option with counter service and outdoor seating, we invite you to grab a seat and dig in. Our customers rave about our tasty food, saying it's always fresh and flavorful. We've...

At Don Pancho's Taco Shop, we're your go-to spot for delicious, everyday Mexican eats in Imperial Beach. As a down-to-earth option with counter service and outdoor seating, we invite you to grab a seat and dig in. Our customers rave about our tasty food, saying it's always fresh and flavorful. We've also got a great atmosphere - come enjoy the sunshine on our patio or cozy up at the counter. With friendly service that makes you feel right at home, we're the perfect spot for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with friends and family.

Ce que disent les clients de Don Pancho's Taco Shop

Don Pancho's is a popular spot in Imperial Beach known for its delicious and authentic Mexican food. Customers rave about the burritos and tacos, highlighting the fresh ingredients and generous portions. The friendly service and reasonable prices also contribute to its appeal.

Plats populaires

burritos (6) tacos (6) Carne Asada Burrito fish tacos California burrito Carne Asada plate carnitas tacos

Idéal pour

Touristes Locaux Sur le pouce Décontracté

Tip: Ordering online is easy and saves waiting time. The 12 pack of tacos is recommended as the best value.

Services

🌳 Terrasse 🅿️ Parking Accessible 🌅 Petit-déjeuner 🍽️ Déjeuner 🌙 Dîner
🎯 Casual 👥 Groups

À voir à proximité

Bayside Park
A 590m

Bayside Park

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Marina Vista Park
A 695m

Marina Vista Park

parque

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Explorez les environs de Don Pancho's Taco Shop

Don Pancho's Taco Shop est situé à Imperial Beach, entouré de lieux d'intérêt culturel et historique. Voici quelques-uns des points les plus remarquables à proximité.

Parcs et Jardins

  • Bayside Park (A 590m) — park in San Diego County, California, United States of America; geonames ID = 5326617
  • Marina Vista Park (A 695m) — park in San Diego County, California, United States of America

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Questions fréquentes sur Don Pancho's Taco Shop

Don Pancho's Taco Shop est situé au 690 CA-75, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, Imperial Beach.
Près de Don Pancho's Taco Shop, vous trouverez des lieux d'intérêt tels que Bayside Park, Marina Vista Park.
Don Pancho's Taco Shop propose une cuisine fast_food.
Don Pancho's Taco Shop a des horaires d'ouverture. Consultez son profil pour les horaires à jour.
Don Pancho's Taco Shop propose les services suivants : sur place, à emporter.
Les plats les plus recommandés chez Don Pancho's Taco Shop selon les avis clients sont : burritos, tacos, Carne Asada Burrito, fish tacos, California burrito.
Don Pancho's Taco Shop est idéal pour les touristes, les locaux, manger vite, décontracté.
Don Pancho's is a popular spot in Imperial Beach known for its delicious and authentic Mexican food. Customers rave about the burritos and tacos, highlighting the fresh ingredients and generous portions. The friendly service and reasonable prices also contribute to its appeal.
Ordering online is easy and saves waiting time. The 12 pack of tacos is recommended as the best value.
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Garrett Braun

I come here 1-3 times a week, its my favorite Mexican place in San Diego. Super cheap and absolutely amazing every time I go.

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Charlie Matherne

Pollo Asada (wet) was incredibly tasty! Would absolutely order again!

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Clark Gris

Excellent spot to pick up a quick bite. This place is consistently busy because everyone knows it’s good. Ordered Cali and Bean and cheese burritos to compare against multiple others around the city. For the price and size, this place offers a nearly perfect Cali burrito and a very respectable bean and cheese. I will be going back to try other items in the future without hesitation. Yippee Ki yay Don Panchos

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Kevin F

I only rated atmosphere a 4 star because their outdoor patio renovations weren't complete yet. Once this is done, 5 star all the way.

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Michelle Bravo

Visiting from out of town. Great service. Food was so good. Def will stop in next time we're in town.

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Rosemary Porter

Da best in SD get the surf and turf. SD surf N turf. It's on palm going to the stran by a special donut shop. Love this place 🥰

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Alicia Legarda

So yummy we were so hungry by the wonderful smell that we snapped the photos after we started eating !

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Christy Mitchell

Good authentic Mexican food. Portions were huge, and the red hot sauce topped everything just right. I had the cheese enchiladas😋 and a shredded beef taco, and my friend had a shredded beef and cheese burrito. Would love to go back the next time I am in the area!

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Rhonda Saunders

This place was a refreshing surprise for a fast food mom and pops kind of place. We like supporting local businesses and this is a hot spot. The three mini tacos with carne asada was amazing. We highly suggest getting the verde sauce as well. I also had the fish taco and the shrimp taco both were delicious. I’ll definitely will order the shrimp tacos again they were cooked to perfection not over cooked or dry like some restaurants. The steak rancheros were good too especially if you like to build your own tacos or burritos. We are excited to eat here again and again. The line is worth the wait. The service is fast and friendly. The food is amazingly filling and priced affordable for any budget.

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S Love

Always has been and will be the best taco shop in IB. If you time your visit immediately before or after breakfast, and, before lunch time you'll miss the crowds. They've redecorated their outdoor dining, but there isn't a restroom available. If youre doing takeout, you'll get fast food and a friendly smile. 😋

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Ed Lueras

Place has been there for years. I don't leave without eating there. Never disappointed.

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Jacob Karns

Amazing Mexican cuisine! Parking is limited so I would suggest to order ahead

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Joshua Norris

The best shrimp burrito ever! Get the Diablo sauce for your shrimp burrito. Also, the rolled tacos are really good and great prices on the food in general.

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Jason Smith

Chill little spot for tasty tacos, burritos, enchiladas and more. Nice outdoor seating and friendly service. Five stars.

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Megha Gupta

Great hospitality, amazing tacos and burritos,and don't miss the orange salsa. Very well priced.

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yelloow3

Treat yourself to the surf and turf burrito and the horchata! It’s easy to see why the seal candidates run 7 miles one way down the silver stand just to eat these burritos!

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John Scott

Fantastic food at a great price. Polite and quick service. Very happy to have found it!

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Ricardo Arizaga

Exelent service good taste. Every single item its delicious. I recommend to order by phone before to get there. Salsas and totopos are bomb and my favorite the chiles weritos and serranitos with salt peper and lime... the best BURRITO ITS THE SURF AND TURF..change my mind....

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Jerry

Great place with great prices for take out. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Extensive menu; hardworking employees. Exceptional value. Ample parking.

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Giulie Espin

I love the food and The ordchata (idk if that’s how u spell it)

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chrome sage

I think I am eating one of the best tasting and seasoned carne asada I've ever had . I eat here a lot since I live just a half a block down and WOW ! tonight the chefs nailed it perfect savor ! GRACIAS 🙏 !

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Sdpokedabs TheKid92

I didn't know what to expect when i opened it, and there was nacho cheese😂 but i was pleasantly surprised by all the flavors, completely different from the normal Carne Asada Fries from everywhere else ive been and thats a lot of places. 5 Stars all day! Cant wait to try more!

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Brian Seman

Excellent authentic Mexican food. Super tasty!

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Tim

Chimichangas are HUGE and I love the rice! One of my favorite spots!

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John Trammer

First time eating here and will be back. Steak and egg burrito was solid, filling and great ratio of eggs/cheese/potato and steak. Red salsa and habañero 5/5

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Jennifer Rigsby

Great food. Very authentic.

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Mr Kassis

Decent price and hefty burritos for that price. The Breakfast burrito was delicious and pleasant to look at. Cashier was friendly and attentive. Will eat there again next time I'm in IB.

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Ryan Mcwhorter

They make the best burritos, they keep their prices so reasonable even after the minimum wage hike. I live in Chula Vista and eat here whenever I pass by. I would eat here everyday if Iived closer.

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Thomas Medder

Talk about a great little Mexican food stand. I ate dinner and breakfast here and both were pretty amazing. Quick service and friendly staff. Good portion size as well. No public restroom if you need it.

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James Beckman

Flew in from FL and hadn't eaten all day. I got 3 tacos and was completely stuffed. Amazing food and very fast service.

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Nick

This place has great food. I got the fish taco and a side of rice. The fish taco was probably one of the best I've had, and I know my fish tacos. Service was fast and the associates were friendly. Highly recommend. My buddy got a California burrito and it was huge.

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Tinsa Jones

Been visiting this place since 2016. Still one of the best carne asada burritos in SD that I love! Their Chile Relleno is amazing too. This time I tried their surf n turf fries, and wow, with the chipotle sauce and jalapeño? Instant food coma!!

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Andy Gonzalez

I drive by often and noticed it was a popular little spot with just a few tables to eat outside. I finally stopped in to check them out. Employees were nice and food was decent. I’m satisfied, especially because their menu is more reasonably priced than most places these days, reminding me of how affordable most taco shops used to be. Will return.

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Jon Shields

Its good food, especially the burritos. My girlfriend likes the shrimp burritos, I like the carnitas. The chile relano burritos are also very good, I little to much lettuce, I'd like a touch more beans, rice and sause. I have been here several times now always great food, I usually order a burrito or two, one for the road later. As of January 25th they are working on a new patio with what looks like plans to paint and re-roof the entire facility. I hope it goes well for the owner and keeps the employees happy. The outdoor eating area will be nicer for sure. Been back a few times, alway great food, if you eat there, there is a patio area, the is still hot and fresh. Try the Hobinaro sauce.

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Jose Green

had my first Surf n turf burrito at this place so many years ago ,every bite full of flavor usually always loaded up with more meat over rice

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Bo Jangles

The best surf and turf in San Diego, in my honest opinion. Their chipotle sauce must be crafted by the gods themselves, because it blows away any I have ever had from any other restaurant! Ask for a sauce cup full of it and you shouldn't be disappointed.

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Dan Manebo

Don Pancho’s is a gem of a restaurant that never fails to impress with its consistently delicious food. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick lunch or a hearty dinner, you can count on every dish to be packed with flavor and prepared with care. The menu offers a great variety of traditional favorites and unique specialties, ensuring there’s something for everyone. From perfectly seasoned tacos to rich and savory enchiladas, every bite feels like a comforting, homemade meal. The portions are generous, and the quality is unwavering, no matter how busy the restaurant gets. The service is just as reliable as the food, with friendly staff who make you feel welcome and appreciated. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, creating the perfect backdrop for a casual meal with friends or family. If you’re looking for a restaurant that delivers consistently delicious food and a great dining experience, Don Pancho’s is the place to go. It’s the kind of spot you’ll find yourself returning to again and again.

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Jonathan Ortega

I have been eating here since I was a kid. It was great then and, I am happy to say, it’s still great now. Very generous portions size, well seasoned meat and a great vibe overall. In my opinion, one of the best taco shops in San Diego county

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M J

Fast, courteous service and delicious food. Huge menu. Can't go wrong with surf and turf burrito with horchata. The mole sauce is delicious. Good value, location, and prices for San Diego / IB taco stand.

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Greg Nahliuk

Busy place everybody wanna eating here I have seen here police,construction guys,fire department, emergency,we were lived across the street in hotel . Yes price for food not too bad. Not long line. Tasty burritos and tacos. My son favorite was burritos California.

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Peter Light

Best fish tacos!!! When I got out of the car I was greeted by the best smelling food. It was everything I wanted. The pico de gallo and extra hot sauce with the amazing tasting fried fish is everything I could have wanted. I am sure, beyond a shadow of a doubt that everything else in their menu is great. But when I go back, I will be getting the fish tacos again. I can't resist the draw of this incredible food.

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RichNChrist

I can't believe this is 9.75 for this delicious Surf N Turf burrito 😳. This makes me happy

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kiwi smalls

Can’t say anything bad about this place it was good, and I’m coming back again.

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Arun Subramanian

Delicious tacos 🌮 Tried the fish and shrimp. Was recommended their habanero salsa - it hit the spot 😋

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Alistair Levine

One of my favorite spots for breakfast burritos. Always a great tortilla, perfect ratio of the different fillings eggs, potatoes, meat and cheese. Highly recommend for a breakfast if you are in the area.

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Jason Hoffmann

I was visiting family in Imperial beach and tried this place. I am glad I did, because it is BOMB! Has filibertos vibes 20 years ago when they had burritos this size and a fair price. They certainly don't anymore. Don Pancho's, you guys rock!!!!

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Liam Burton-Tiglev

It's literally some of the best food that I have ever had. I would recommend that if you don't know what to get on your first visit, start somewhere and visit it again and try another. You will not be disappointed. I used to visit 2 times a week when I had lived in the area. Anytime I am Imperial Beach, I make a note to stop here and get food. I still enjoy getting something at random here, it is all worth it any which way you look at.

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Victoria (iandi)

Excellent service and food! Great prices as well. One of my favorite Taco shops!

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Claudia Ortiz

This is our favorite Mexican food place, we ordered ahead over the phone and within 10-15 minutes our order was ready. I usually order the Asada fries with no meat and let me tell you it will instantly give you a flavorful taste. My kids love the fries with melted cheese. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Definitely recommend!

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RaeSharon Alonzo

Favorite place to get Carne asada burritos! Quick service, even with 6 orders of food). Tasty and fresh! And good portion sizes!!

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HaveGoogleWillTravel

Pick anything, it's all good. I go here everytime I go to San Diego. Parked right in Imperial Beach, outdoor seating is good year round. I always get a California burrito.

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Matthew Arthur

I stopped here for a quick bite to eat and found SUPER good/authentic food at great prices. I got the Carne asada quesadilla and it was extremely flavorful. I love their red salsa too. I could almost drink it. :p lol This spot is a 10 out of 10 for a fun bite to eat of authentic Mexican food. It is outdoor seating (I sat in my vehicle) but it is worth it.

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Anthony Usera Power of Chiropractic

Wow very good food to grab and go to the beach for sunset! Can't say how good it was enough. So good I didn't get any pictures of the food till it was gone. I'll definitely be back!

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Gerardo Miranda

The food is awesome, a mom and pops taco shop that's been around almost 50 years!

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Scott “Scooter”

Everything I tried was amazing. The crispy tacos are out of this world. The steak tacos are flavorful and juicy. I will come back here every time I am in the area.

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Devin Loureiro

Really good food, has the California Burrito and it was monstrously huge, packed with a lot of asada.y parents had ranchera plates and again portions of meat were more than enough. No inside seating or restrooms which is why I gave it a 3 for atmosphere

Chris Hill
Chris Hill

I’m a loyal customer and come here often because the food is usually good. Unfortunately, my order is almost always wrong. I consistently ask for chipotle sauce inside my burrito, and it somehow gets missed nearly every time. I’m not sure if it’s a communication issue or something happening in the kitchen, but after ordering the same thing so many times, it’s frustrating to keep getting the same mistake. I don’t think I’m asking for anything complicated—just hoping the cooks can slow down enough to get the order right.

Christina Foster
Christina Foster

Oh. My. Gordito. 🤤 That was the best Pollo Asado burrito I've ever had. It was so chonky it could sit on its own hind legs. The red salsa was fabulous. Just the right amount of kick (I can be a baby with spice sometimes). I wasn't a fan of the green salsa because of the oregano, but my boyfriend loved it. We'll be back!!

Scott Dickey
Scott Dickey

Iwas pleasantly surprised to see this place was still here after 11 years. I used to stop here all the time when I was stationed in San Diego. The food is still some of the best around. I highly recommend this if you like Mexican food.

Randy Smith
Randy Smith

Omg! The food was great. Small little counter order restaurant. Clean. Food was hot and very tasty. Service was fast. Price was very reasonable. This will be our Go To Mexican food while we are staying here in Imperial Beach. Highly recommend to everyone.

Nacho Snitch
Nacho Snitch

Nice little spot for some amazing food. I had a surf N Turf loved the spice. Also on the side had carne asada soft tacos man they were delicious. My kid had enchiladas with shredded beef. My kid doesn't eat certain Spanish dishes despite being Hispanic. Immediately ate all the food. This is the spot to go to.

James Sommers
James Sommers

Food was great! Prices were extremely fair. Staff is friendly and attentive. Red and Green salsa was on point. Would go back next time we're in IB

Hunter Koch
Hunter Koch

I am glad that I ran into this place while staying in Imperial Beach because the food is so good! My chimichanga had so much flavor and was very filling! The portions are very large, and the prices are very affordable! There was a line for pickup orders, so it took about 20 minutes to receive my order after placing it. I highly recommend this place.

Sarah McCann
Sarah McCann

They staff is always so incredibly friendly and the food is so good. The carnitas tacos are actually insane. Such a good local spot!

Alannis J
Alannis J

Delicious Mexican food! Amazing California Burrito. Great Carne Asada plate! Although the line was long, the food came out in a timely manner. Definitely recommend if you are in the area.

Tiffany Weddle
Tiffany Weddle

So good! I am from the east coast and was in town for the weekend. I wanted authentic Mexican food and was told to go here by a local. It was SO GOOD! The food was cooked to order so it was hot. The beans are fully of flavor, I don’t even like beans and loved them! The taco itself was magical. It had flavors that we don’t get at the restaurants back home. I’m a culinary school grad with years of restaurant cooking experience. I love to cook and Mexican food is my favorite. This place had the authentic yummy flavors that only real Mexican places offer. I wish I could make this at home but it just wouldn’t be the same! I had the shrimp taco with guacamole added and my sister had the California burrito which she also loved.

Rory Duckworth
Rory Duckworth

I recently visited Don Pancho's Mexican Food and I must say, it was a delightful experience! The restaurant has a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The menu had a great variety of traditional Mexican dishes to choose from, and the food was absolutely delicious. I particularly enjoyed the carne asada tacos and the guacamole, which were both fresh and flavorful. The prices were also very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food that we received. Overall, I would highly recommend Don Pancho's Mexican Food to anyone looking for a great dining experience. The restaurant has excellent food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. I will definitely be returning soon!

Cruising with the Clemons
Cruising with the Clemons

Don Pancho's is an imperial beach tradition. If you drive by you'll see a line of people waiting for this delicious food! Talked to a guy who had been coming for 40 years and he recommended the 12 pack of tacos as the best value!

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Tina C.

Great customer service. Reasonably priced. Fresh and flavorful ingredients. Small seating area outside .

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Tina C.

Great customer service. Reasonably priced. Fresh and flavorful ingredients. Small seating area outside .

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Tina C.

Great customer service. Reasonably priced. Fresh and flavorful ingredients. Small seating area outside .

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Abdel I.

Got the California burrito and really enjoyed it. Not too big and great flavors. One of my top 3.

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Abdel I.

Got the california burrito and really enjoyed it. Not too big and great flavors. One of my top 3.

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Yu S.

I got a carne asada burrito. It was not the biggest nor had the most ingredients, but it was already sinfully juicy and tasty with just the steak, guacamole, pico de gallo, and salsa. You could say t…

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Yu S.

I got a carne asada burrito. It was not the biggest nor had the most ingredients, but it was already sinfully juicy and tasty with just the steak, guacamole, pico de gallo, and salsa. You could s…

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Yu S.

I got a carne asada burrito. It was not the biggest nor had the most ingredients, but it was already sinfully juicy and tasty with just the steak, guacamole, pico de gallo, and salsa. You could say…

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JoniChristieAffiliate

Every time we go to San Diego we eat or order out fr Don Ponchos in Imperial\nBeach. Ordering on line is easy and no waiting to order there. My favs are the Carne Asada Burrito and Fish Tacos!

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JoniChristieAffiliate

Every time we go to San Diego we eat or order out fr Don Ponchos in Imperial\nBeach. Ordering on line is easy and no waiting to order there. My favs are the Carne Asada Burrito and fish tacos!

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Michelle M.

Can something be no frills but also perfect? Great portions, fresh, amazing prices, fast service! Would recommend.

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Duce W.

Very good taco shop. We began eating here regularly a few months ago, and haven't been disappointed once. You can knock the sour cream-cut guac, but it pairs well with their food; and is always fre…

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Mica V.

Friendly service and amazing food. Don Panchos is always busy but the wait is never long. Speaking specifically about their burritos- great flavor and generous portions. Definitely one of the best …

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Tommy D.

Donny ps is awesome! Just under 10 bucks for a burrito is great in San Diego. Driving down the strand is a dark hole (nice view tho) but Don Panchos is the light in the end.

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tutana

Another one that we have driven by many times without stopping. There are always people ordering. There are a few tables on the side of the building under cover to eat at. We just get ours to go. So …

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I1791PWjoer

The price was a little bit high, but the food was worth it. We had burritos and tacos. Short wait time and helpful staff for gringos. :)

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I1791PWjoer

The price was a little bit high, but the food was worth it. We had burritos and tacos. Short wait time and helpful staff for gringos. :)

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I1791PWjoer

The price was a little bit high, but the food was worth it. We had burritos and tacos. Short wait time and helpful staff for gringos. :)

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I1791PWjoer

The price was a little bit high, but the food was worth it. We had burritos and tacos. short wait time and helpful staff for gringos. :)

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I1791PWjoer

The price was a little bit high, but the food was worth it. We had burritos and tacos. Short wait time and helpful staff for gringos. :)

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Jason Huff

I have eaten here several dozen times over the 30 years I lived in the neighborhood. Haven't been in a few years since I moved out of the neighborhood and quality and service were declining. Well I popped in the other day and was pleasantly surprised to have the best customer service I've EVER had here, which has always been where they fall short. Also my burrito was the best I've had from anywhere in a while. Only reason I knock off a star is because they changed their red salsa, they used to have the best in town but now it's meh.

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Alejandro Salcedo

Love the surf and turf chipotle burrito! 4 stars because quality of service can be variable and there's a .50 cent surcharge for using card payments

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Sebastian Nonya

Not super good, but not bad... fast and good service. The thing about them is they are consistent in there fast service and authentic Mexican food . Definitely a local spot 👌

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M.E. Mihok

Pretty good taco stand with everything that you expect on Southern California. Portions are generous without being overwhelming and the service is pretty quick even during the lunch rush.

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Nicole

I've been driving by this place since we moved in on the 18th of December. I always see tons of people out front waiting in line so I knew it had to be good. We finally went by for lunch the other day and omg it was awesome! I had the three mini carnitas tacos. They were just the right size little tiny handfuls stuffed full of tender delicious carnitas and topped with guacamole, diced onion, cilantro, and your choice of red or green salsa. I'm literally at the point where I'm making myself not go back just yet because I was just there. Also I got the Jamaica aqua fresca and it was very good. A little tart, a little sweet. Very refreshing.

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Kenya Benton

I love this place! Their food is good & consistent. Went here 2 days in a roll lol I ordered the carnitas mini tacos. One wish…..tho….That the carnitas meat was a little more juicer. But it was very good. 8/10

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P R

We tried the rolled tacos with guacamole and the carnitas tacos. Both were very good. Roadside, take-out style taco stand with minimal outdoor seating. This place gets busy at lunchtime, and parking can be a challenge, but it's worth it.

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se va

Rated as some of the best California Burritos in the city from locals and social media. A very solid burrito with the tortilla being the best part for me. The carne asada was a bit dry, needed more seasoning. Added guacamole for extra cost as it does not come with. Which in my opinion is very much needed to help with how fries can dry out a burrito. Very good and cost is not bad either.

Rene H
Rene H

The roll tacks were great, but the Surf n Turf was alright. Little to no cream and too much rice. Felt like I was eating a rice burrito at one point. Although it did have great flavor towards the end after eating through all that rice. I think I’ll just ask for it without the rice and extra cream. Overall a great stop. The cashier lady was super nice

Miriam Laender
Miriam Laender

It's alright tho it could just be me ording carne asada fries. Never had fries that put the toppings separated in sections instead of all together - One square guac, one sour cream, one cheese and one beans. Very odd choice but it tastes good.

Leo Isais
Leo Isais

This is my first time at this joint, so my review might change after a couple more visits. Ok, so I've read some of the reviews, both + and -, and this is my take: Food: 4.5 Service: 4.5 Atmosphere: 4 Pricing: 5+ I was surprised to find out the lady taking the order didn't speak Spanish. No biggie, i ordered the #1 combo to test the waters. Ordered the combo and a drink for less than most places charge, which was a delightful transaction. Off the bat, my taco was already broken but still held on its own. The cheese enchilada was good, although it could've been a little more melty on the cheese. The rice and beans were good, not to dry not too soggy. The salsas were actually flavorful. Both red and green salsas weren't very spicy, but they have a hotter habanero (if you ask). Overall, it's an excellent place, especially the pricing of what you get for what you pay. I came in the morning, so it wasn't a packed. Good place to eat by yourself or with a couple of friends; but no large crowds Parking might be a little crowded.

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N P.

Great food. Quick and economically priced. The only thing that sucks about this place is that they are so cheap about giving out the delicious salsa. If you ask politely for a certain amount (the…

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N P.

Great food. Quick and economically priced. The only thing that sucks about this place is that they are so cheap about giving out the delicious salsa. If you ask politely for a certain amount (the s…

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Tom H.

Don Panchos makes a solid Carne Asada Burrito. The service was friendly and quick. A great spot to get a quick bite while in the area.

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Eric S.

Pretty good food. Good price. They don't use real guacamole on their Carne Asada Burritos, or rolled tacos. The Carne Asada Burrito is massive but the meat tastes like it has no seasoning at all. O…

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Mako13Man

Went here twice while staying in Imperial Beach for work. Both times I got the Carne Asada burrito's......they are huge! One burrito will set ya back $7.99, plus tax. Comes with 2 different sauces (g…

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Mako13Man

Went here twice while staying in Imperial Beach for work. Both times I got the Carne Asada burrito's......they are huge! One burrito will set ya back $7.99, plus tax. Comes with 2 different sauce…

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Peg n Az

Not bad but not great. Just middle of the road. Ya'll, you need to know ahead of time that these folks don't serve coffee!!! Service girl at window seemed put off when we were surprised they didn't serve coffee. Very average food.

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Shannon Erskine

The food is extremely mediocre compared to other taco shops in south San Diego. They don’t even use real guacamole (it’s just sour cream with a bit of avocado mixed in). After reading their responses to negative reviews on here I also see their business as being kind of rude and unprofessional. They should listen to customers and try to improve instead of trying to clap back when they receive criticism. Go to El Cino or Mike Hess the tacos are way better there.

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Johnny Cage

A little over rated in my opinion. Came in because of the good reviews , not impressed. I’d recommend a burrito next time, but definitely not the fish taco plate. All I could taste was the double tortilla. They didn’t put any tartar sauce on them either so be sure to ask for it. The side hot sauces were tasty and the rice was flavorful. I think I just made a bad menu choice. I am open to coming back and trying out a burrito. Overall 3.5 stars based on my experience. Good value.

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Patricia Ferguson

Ok on my eat my way through cali tour lol...stopped at this spot for chorizo tacos.... was told, they cannot make chorizo tacos??? But they can put chorizo in breakfast or burritos. Asked if she could double check but was told it just wasn't done.. oh well...but I tell you their Horchata is delightful 😊.

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Jeffrey Mitchell

Those who saw Don Poncho's has the best Carne Asada Fries they've ever tasted , probably have not eaten very many Carne Asada Fries. These were fine, nothing remarkable, and a decent portion size for the price. They could be enhanced if a there was a pico de Gallo or a cheese blend. The fries themselves do not taste fresh cut. We are out of towners who will probably look elsewhere for our next meal.

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Jose Masters

Been coming to this place for a while now. Last night it was a disappointing experience as when my wife tried placing a phone order she got hung up on. No big deal, we try again. We make the drive from San Ysidro to IB because this is “our spot.” Second time we call the cashier answers the phone with a frustrated tone but is able to take our order. The whole time we’re on the phone there was loud arguing between the ladies running the front & the 2 cooks working the kitchen. I pull up 15 mins later & the cooks are teasing the cashiers. They kept saying “a Que venimos?” (What did we come for?”. Then the one pictured on the right says “I’m just here to drink.” The taller girl kept asking both cooks to stop their behavior & everyone waiting for their food could clearly hear and see them go back and forth. It was disappointing & uncomfortable & although I do not know a back story as to what the issue was, I felt like stepping in to help the cashier who was on the brink of tears. Fortunately my order was correct & the food was great as always. I hope my review can help correct the unacceptable treatment of each other running this fine place.

Mellanee Montgomery
Mellanee Montgomery

First time ordering here. The long line made me thin it was going to be good. There were no prices on over half the menu. I left a nice tip but never received a receipt. When I got my order it was wrong. They forgot one item and gave me completely different enchiladas than what I ordered. I had to wait for the forgotten item and didn’t know about the switch in order until I was home. Okay food, maybe because it was cold due to having to wait to get the full order. Did love both the green and red sauce.

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Chandrea Taylor

This was a waste of $20. I opened the bag as soon as I got in the car. It looked good!!! Then I took a bite 🥺🥺The rolled tacos were cold in the middle and the cheese enchilada was not warm, you could see the individual grated pieces of cheese, not even melted. LOL. The Staff was nice. But I guess they are super nice to make up for the disgusting food. The order was super simple too and it was GROSS. 🤮🤢🤮

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Arlene A.

California burrito was so small, TikTok over hyped this place. Barely had any meat mostly fries I don't see any sour cream, cheese or guacamole. Save your time and money this is giving stingy. And …

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Arlene A.

california burrito was so small, TikTok over hyped this place. Barely had any meat mostly fries I don't see any sour cream, cheese or guacamole. Save your time and money this is giving stingy. An…

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John C

Never go to this place I used to go here all the time until I received tortillas that smell like somebody wipe their butt with them I'm still sick to this day not kidding! If you do, make sure you sm…

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H J

Love coming here, but every time you have the young man at the window, 4:05 on 8/27, he likes to be stingy with the salsa!! Why??? Every other person gives me what I ask for, except him. They even give out carrots, jalapeños , and occasionally chips. I will no longer make a purchase if I see him!

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Jason Wright

Not a fan of places who charge you extra to use your card. I don’t care if VISA charges you it’s not for you to make us eat that cost because we are supposed to be using a card for convenience! Places like this I skip on because they’re cheap and if they do this what else are they skimping on quality of food maybe because it sure isn’t your atmosphere you can tell you don’t give a crap about how your place looks but pass you get none of my hard earned money.

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Dustin Hanna

Beef taco shell was burnt. Whatever meat mixture inside looked unedible. It got thrown out. Fish taco was gross. Some sort or chipotle mayo or something ruined it. A few bites got ate. Beans were hard. Rice had no flavor. Both got two bites taken and thrown out. Carnitas tacos were almost edible. 1 of 3 got ate. 3 rolled tacos got finished and now me and my girlfriend have stomach aches. As other customers have stated it was hard to get salsa from them. They ended up giving us 5 little ones. Which was disappointing. Then I realized not a big deal. Because all the food gets thrown out. So who needs salsa without good food. Anyways that was my experience. 35 dollars spent to fill my trash can and toilet. 🤣😭

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Marcos Gutierrez

My wife and I order the #2 combo plate. It had a horrible taste and it was cold inside of the enchilada & chile relleno. But it was hot outside. So I went to the counter to explain to a young guy about the food. He only offered to put it in the microwave. Am like really. He also responded (it is what it is). Bad customer service. Everyone that works there seems unhappy and no pride in their work ethic. This place needs work. They just lost a customer and a member of the community for there bad service.

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David (EL NIÑOSAURIO)

It's so sad that we're in 2024 and you go to a taco shop and order a $11.00 dollar burrito with extra toppings that they charged extra for. And paid for them and then you ask for some extra salsas and you get denied because they can only give 3 for order 😔 shame on them my family and friends & I would never be back to this place even though we're locals. If anyone is new to the area of Imperial Beach and want to eat some really good mexican food. Please make sure to not go to DON PANCHO'S. Please try "Tacos el Trompo" they're just a few blocks down and let me tell you they don't ever skip on extra meat and all the extra salsa you want at no cost to you 😉. It's and awesome place to grab a quick bite to eat. Super clean and friendly.

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Steven Williams

This place used to be great but is absolutely terrible now. I ordered some beef nachos, but instead, I was given "beef nachos" which definitely isn't the same thing. The cheese was actually just yellow water and the guacamole was sour cream with a green tint. The beans were some sort of clumpy, yet watery waste bi-product. Beef? Not sure if the sparse weird colored shredded stuff that was stuck to the bottom of the bean clump was beef, but maybe it was. Anyway, this place is absolutely awful now, it's like they created a dish with the goal of getting a negative review. If that was indeed the goal, then I congratulate you.

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AJ M

Shrimp quesadilla? Just say NO. I've always loved their food, first bad experience. Also their idea of Supreme is adding lettuce, tomato and sour cream on the side.

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Julie Burkhart

THIS is what I found when I got home-I was too tired to bring it back. I didn’t eat it after taking one bite, it was horrible. The shell was burned dark brown and it was half full with a sprinkling of lettuce on top, cheese pretty much non-existent. Wish I had checked it out before I got home, I wasted $9 This has been our go to fast food Mexican place for 15+ years and I have to say it’s really gone downhill the last year or so The girls are so rude with the exception of one who’s been there a long time They act like I’m annoying them and many times I have gotten home to realize something is missing from my order, I ask for 3 red sauce and she gives me one We won’t be going back I read a lot of the reviews and notice the owner only responds to the favorable reviews Buyer beware, it’s hit and miss now with this restaurant

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Francisco Guillen

Yeah this place is the worst taco shop in San Diego. Only got good reviews from tourist. Eat anywhere else but here

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Edwin Aleman

I just order some camarones plate ala diabla...which are supposed to be spicy...and they are not at all. Dissatisfied and disappointed 😞

Andy Campos
Andy Campos

Food gave me food poisoning next day started throwing up having loose stool meat. Taste in like it was left out for a few days. Fries tasted like they were gotten from McDonald's soggy Undercooked sour cream tasted like it was mixed in with old sour cream guacamole taste like it's weeks old and looks dyed How to repeat myself three times for every single thing I ordered I repeated in the same tone and projected my voice properly atmosphere. Definitely hostile cashier was really rude with me. I want to say I can't even stand for five minutes. It's been three days vomiting diarrhea would not recommend our civil servants or any other worker or person who needs to get to work tomorrow to eat this food unless you want to be able to leave early ER can't even Prescribe or describe the biohazard this food was Took to a testing facility, said that there was high levels of global warming potential gases in the food very disappointed very Was not worth my $40 order 50 on January 28, 2026 Next time, I'll just go to McDonald's and order some tacos there. breakfast is good here though.

Tyler DeBoer
Tyler DeBoer

Very odd spin on carne asada fries. Refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, nacho cheese. Such a large amount of liquidy things to put on fries. You end up with a mound of mush. Ended up throwing most of it away. Would not recommend. Get carne asada fries somewhere else.

Jennifer Watson
Jennifer Watson

The best taco shop has now become the worst. This is what happens when rude kids run this shop. I’ve been eating here for 6 years. This is how my food has been looking lately. The boy cashier is the rudest boy ever! He seems annoyed to be working there. Please give your business to someone else. Not these rude people.

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