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    El Panzote

    4.3 (32 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican

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    The Fried Chicken Torta
    Jrona5 ..

    Had the fried chicken Torta for lunch and it was fire! Fresh bun, verde or anaranjado for lunch. I was the only person in there but saw some to go orders. Fresh and tasty!! Def bringing fam back to try!!

    Receipt from a Train Wreck

    WAIT ABOUT A MONTH (Late July) FOR THE OLDER COUPLE TO GET BACK FROM VACATION.  IF NOT CHECK EVERY CONTAINER OF YOUR CARRY OUT ORDER FOR ACCURACY. Have a bad dish it happens. With this train wreck we will not be back until they come back. See attached receipt Chicken Flauntas are a plate with rice..... except they forgot the rice. Tostadas.... well they broke out the beef for 1 tostadas onto 3 shells and very little vegetables. Huarache.... up charged for asada (steak).... too much work to use steak?  again light on the shredded beef and vegetables Chicken Quesadilla .... well almost got it right they used cheese and the flour  tortilla, but forgot the chicken. Pork Tamale ...Never made it to the bag. Sauces had lids not tight,  on so it was all over the containers. I should have known it was not going to be up to grandma and grandpa's standards,  when I waited the 20 minutes and went back in and the girl tells me our food is ready...... what was it you ordered again? We lucked out when we found this place, and after going in regularly for the last 6 months. This happened..... very disappointing. I hope they can get their house in order.

    Sarah S.

    We pass this restaurant/bakery almost everyday since we live a few miles away! My husband I decided to stop by on Sunday evening and we were pleasantly surprised! We were the only ones there and it brought me back to our trips to Mexico! The place was very clean and the service was great! The menu is plastered all over the walls with pictures! My husband ordered a steak burrito and I ordered a chicken quesadilla! Our order took a little longer than expected but we didn't mind! The food itself was delicious! It was flavorful without being too spicy! They also sell shakes/smoothies and lots of desserts and bakery items! We didn't try any this time but that gives us an excuse to come back again

    Gary S.

    This was my first visit to El Panzote. My father-in law had discovered it earlier and has been 3 times before and he took me today, When you walk in the door you have to admire how neat and clean the place is. They have recently added more table space to accommodate more guests. The owner was very helpful in assisting us place our order from the large color photos of the various of plate options. The seasoning was outstanding, very flavorful but not overpowering for my tastes. The portions are very generous. I will be getting a second meal out of my burrito. This place is as much as a bakery as it is a Mexican restaurant. The whole back wall is a pastry shelf and I can't wait to come back some morning for a cup of coffee and to try one of the amazing looking sweets!

    Joe G.

    I was quite impressed with this restaurant. It's pretty typical to what I remember from the cuisine in Mexico and the staff is quite accommodating and friendly. I requested the chicken empanadas and the beef empanadas. I was quite satisfied with the results and I will try to go back again. I'll give this place another try but for right now I will assign it four stars.

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    Amazing food and friendly owner call ahead to order or sit down and wait it won't disappoint

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    We were so impressed with the food we will definitely be returning! The staff was so friendly and helpful as well. Would highly recommend.

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    The food here is amazing. As the tipper said, check out the home made bakery items while you're there.

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