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    El Panzon Chilango

    4.5 (27 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Machete de chicharrón prensado
    Rosario G.

    El Panzón Chilango Hidden gem that actually lives up to the TikTok hype Found this spot on TikTok and wow total hidden gem. From the moment I walked in, the family-owned warmth was obvious. Friendly hellos, quick seating. The food? Delicious and deeply flavorful. Fresh, well-seasoned, warm tortillas, and bright, balanced salsas that don't just bring heat they bring flavor. Portions are generous, and everything came out hot and fast. I also loved the aguas frescas refreshing without being overly sweet. Service deserves its own shout-out: attentive, kind, and on top of it without hovering. You can feel the pride in what they serve. Bottom line: If you're craving authentic flavor, generous portions, and true hospitality, El Panzón Chilango is the move. I'll be back and bringing friends.

    El machete tú dices que el pones
    Lynn C.

    Cool little spot it's a bit hidden. Clean and the experience was great, it's family owned. The food has good favor and portions are amazing also had a chile rellano! Very good.

    Nydia L.

    I found this place on TikTok so I decided to try .. let me tell you .. I don't regret it !! Food is delicious I tried tacos dorados , tacos de cochinita pibil and the huge martillo I think it's called lol anyway ..everything seems delicious place is small but good customer service and have tables outside if you decide to eat outside . The place is run by 4 women .. I guess that reason why the food tastes just like home . Sad thing only opens 4 days but if you are in the area definitely stop by ..

    This is half of my Chicharon prensado machete!! This is so delicious!!!!
    Bill W.

    This place has amazing vibes! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by some of the friendliest people, and the music adds to the great atmosphere. My girlfriend and I both ordered a Machete--she got the chicken with everything, and I went for the Chicharrón prensado. Let me tell you, they were absolutely delicious! Packed with flavor, and the homemade tortillas made all the difference. The salsas were the perfect complement, adding just the right kick. We'll definitely be coming back for more--highly recommend!

    Pambaso and machete de chicharron prensado
    Djfokis ..

    Pambaso was delicious. The machete was okay I was expecting the chicharron prensado to be more on the crispy side.

    Massive machete !
    Sharon S.

    Incredible home style food . Everything is Prepared fresh to order. All Guisados are very rich in flavor and delicious. Service was very attentive and helpful since it was our first time. I will definitely be going back. Plenty of parking but definitely go early place is very popular (as it should be) or be prepared to wait. Ambience was very homey I really liked my experience overall.

    Hannah C.

    DELICIOUS!!! Super authentic, options you can't find at your average Mexican restaurant! Cooked to perfection! FEMALE ran & operated! The ladies know what they are doing & they do it well!!! We will be back!

    All I can say ....soooo delicious!!!!!

    Seen this hidden gem on tik tok and wanted to check it out. The moment you walk in there are the most friendliest people. Great customer service and amazing delicious food. Highly recommend. Definitely going back soon.

    Elissa S.

    The service is fine, it's just that my torta is mediocre, there is so much onion! Like to an excessive amount, and the girl serving my table didn't seem like she to much experience. There was this other girl just starring me down while I was eating inside. Overall it wasn't a good experience, would I come back probably not but do I think it can improve for sure. I think I just got an unlucky experience.

    Pambazo

    Uh-mazing! Delicious! Huge! First time here, not disappointed. I had the Torta Chilanga my wife had the Pambazo and both were awesome. Authentic and packed with flavor. The milanesa was very good and WOW they weren't kidding the tortas are huge. Will definitely be back.

    the chilaquiles plate with whatever leftovers they had in the back bc they "ran out of food" ?? how unprofessional..

    *DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME HERE* this place is known to delete reviews on purpose so ik mine may be deleted as well..so for those who can see, do not waste your time here!! my family and I (7+ people btw) came here for dinner for my gma's birthday, and we're disappointed with the incredibly SLOW service and bland food. It took us 45+ minutes to be seated and the food was bland in flavor, not worth the wait at all! Spend your money elsewhere this place is as average as it gets.. and thats being nice Maybe if the food was top notch it would be worth it, but nahh.. go anywhere up the street!

    Machete

    The food is amazing and the restaurant feels homey! The service was quick and food came out so fast. It is very authentic and the pambazo was delicious! Highly recommend!!

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    The food is so good and the owner freddy really nice and talkative will make you feel very welcome I recommended to come try this spot

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