Great food, drinks, service, ambiance, everything. Great salsa too, highly recommend.

I wasn't going to review tonight but what started out as an okay night didn't end well. First off, I've been to this restaurant plenty of times in the last 15 years. I've spent a lot of time in Texas and this place really pales in comparison to the Mexican restaurants there. They did a really big remodel within the last few years and I will say it looks really nice inside. The tortilla chips really tasted stale. They were not very light or crispy. The salsa was pretty good but I ordered a side of queso and it had the consistency of water without much taste at all. Dinner for 3 was ordered. I had chicken enchilada's in a green sauce. The chicken wasn't bad but the corn tortillas they were in weren't very good. Rather slimy with a cardboard chew. I make corn tortillas at home so maybe my standards are too high. What ended our dinner on a sour note was paying the check. I'm not a big fan of too much technology but I'm not ignorant of it either. Our server returned with a little machine I was suppose to use to pay my bill with because I guess they're too busy to take my card, run it, and bring me a slip to ad my tip and sign. Card in hand, I was handed this machine and without even looking at it, my card got charged and sale completed just picking up the device. I had no idea what I was charged or what kind of tip I was charged. I asked the server to cancel that sale and start over. I don't know if the charge was reversed yet but he said it was. He set it up again, and my daughter handed the device to me. Just touching it, selected skip for the tip. I wanted a tip on there so the server had to back out for a 3rd time so I could add my tip. Finally the 3rd time, it worked but by this time I was so frustrated and couldn't wait to leave. For this reason, I will not go back to this restaurant. Sometimes these places get too big for their britches and need to take a few steps back. Maybe I'm being harsh but eating out should not be a frustrating experience. read more

On a shopping trip with my wife to Fetus, mo. So we came across Lachanga Mexican Resturant on S. Truman Blvd.ay crystal City, Mo. So we stopped in for lunch and was a excellent place to stop at. The resturant is very large all kind of seating large booths, lots of tables, beautifully decorated inside very confortable seating. We were greeted when we walked in and seated. Very quickly our waiter came to our drink order and gave us menue, lunch specials. We decided on a Chimi lunch,, flour torta grilled chicken, green peppers, onions and covered in caso, salard, rice and beans If your mouth is watering believe me it was simply fantastic, flavor, great presentation and smelled delicious. Our waiter was very nice his name was Robeli #11 He was excellent, very friendly,took excellent care of us and made our visit very nice and great service. To the managers, Owner you have a class A company and AA staff, GREAT BUSINESS KEEP IT UP. We highly recommend you need to try it, and we also will compare it to the same resturant in Bonne Terre, Mo. And will follow up later. GREAT FOOD. read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - Chimmy lunch, LaPachanga restaurant, crystal City, Mo. - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

Well I was underwhelmed. Let me say, the food was good. The most disappointing part was the portion size.....food tasted great, but there wasn't a whole lot of it. I got the Pachanga fajita and added chorizo (again, surprised it didn't come on it) and the sizzling plate was even full. That's a first for me at any restaurant. There were about 3 overcooked medium sized shrimp in my whole meal. My wife said her burritos were disappointing and didn't have a whole lot of flavor. She did not like the hamburger and said it was weird. My daughter said her taco salad was really good but once again the shrimp was lacking. It was also supposed to have chopped tomatoes but she found an entire half slice in the salad lol. The service was just ok. The gentleman was super nice but we never got anymore chips once we finished them. Sure we could have asked, but honestly they didn't come around much and once they did we already had food. This was a bummer because the salsa was very good. Ambiance was relaxed. There is a ton of very cool artwork inside and it's a very well put together place. I wouldn't go out of my way to recommend the place, and would honestly recommend driving a few more minutes. As far as recommending, unfortunately there are much better places I would recommend. Bigger portions, and better service at the same price. read more

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The best atmosphere. The best food. Always delicious and very fast. You won't be disappointed read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - Bar area - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

The food was AMAZING. Top-tier Mexican food experience. The service was fast and attentive, and the atmosphere was clean and professional. Highly recommended! read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

At the time I rote this review, La Pachanga had less than a five-star review but my experience was different. The quesabirrilas were excellent and my girlfriend's bowl of shrimp soup was enormous and chocked full of ingredients. Service was also very good and they sent our leftovers home with extra chips and salsa. Highly recommend. read more

Went here for our mother's 80th bday. The food and drinks were excellent. The staff were friendly and super attentive. They even sang Happy Birthday to the birthday girl with a sparkling candle. She loved it. Thank you for a great experience. read more

Very good service very good food recommended for Valentine's Day date food was extremely delicious and the meal was big for what you pay for

Food was really great and the portions are large My wife had tacos and enchiladas , I tried the Quesabirria tacos They were meaty and juicy , but also crispy The guacamole is poppin as well Very clean place , and prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get The cocktails were also on point. I had a Cadillac margarita my wife had a Mojito both tasty but not weak read more

Too expensive, for bad food. Very cute environment but just not good food. My friends and I went just the four of us and spent 100 dollars not worth it. read more

Pan fried, not grilled. Artificial sour cream, only thing we liked "kind of" were the chips and salsa. Meat chopped up like dog food and flavorless! If We could give a half star, that would be our best to give this place. Over priced for no taste. Your best bet would be to keep traveling! read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - Not sure why it is chopped up like dog food or baby food? No flavor whatsoever. - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

Ordered the deluxe chicken chimichanga and it was FANTASTIC! It came on a hot plate with fresh steaming veggies - again SO GOOD! Chicken chimichanga's are my go to at Mexican restaurants and this did not disappoint! Their chips and salsa were "okay" - I like hotter salsa and this was reminded me more of a store bought brand (still happily ate a whole serving of it haha) Friendly staff, quick service! read more

While we were visiting St. Louis my wife and I went to many different restaurants and establishments. We went to the Mexican restaurant that was close the hotel and this is the one that we had. The chips and salsa we're good and I always get the burrito with the cheese and beef in the inside and it was pretty darn good as well I would recommend it read more

Grand Slam Home Run! I went to this restaurant with the express purpose of trying the food and evaluating the service. There are two Mexican Restaurants in my area.This is the second one I have tried. Both restaurants performed excellently. I ordered the same meal fr both to make an honest and fair review. The meal I ordered was a steak burrito. Visually the only difference between the two restaurants was the shape of the plate. Portion are about the same. The plates were full and well cooked. The wait staff at La Pachanga were friendly and attentive. The food was served in a timely manor. Flavor was excellent. I am originally from Southern California where Mexican food is not only good it is a big part of what's for dinner. I recommend La pachanga for great service and delicious food at a reasonable price. I will definitely be making this regular stop for what's for dinner. read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - a cold drink and a menu - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

The food wasn't bad. But the price of a shrimp, that's pretty steep $1.20 per shrimp or $5.99 per order of 6 and that's for a medium size shrimp. I used to sale for US Food ServicC read more

I took the bf here for lunch. It is delicious. The medium margarita is huge. The margarita was just ok. I got a taco and enchilada lunch special for only $5.99. The taco was stuffed. No space for anything else. I'll be back soon. read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - a drink in a glass - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

I know one star!! But they have fallen since they have opened so many years ago. We rarely dine here anymore, because everything seems so precooked or microwaved to order. It's almost like TacoBell, but no drive through and alcohol. LaPas used to be the GoTo place for Mexican Cuisine, but not anymore. They expanded and I guess they got to busy for their business. Hopefully they can turn it around. It's hard out there in place where nobody wants to work, and you are constantly short staffed. But they do have some competition out there.. Las Brisas, Iguanas, Casa Charro.. these places are all supremeo!!! read more

Yet another place I will be never coming back too, can't even give us our full portions. More money, less quantity is the new way of life.

Great food and great service. Seems like a hip place. Will come back when in town. Gets loud in the bar area

Gave this location a second chance after a less than stellar visit a year ago. The food isn't *terrible* but it is a far cry from some other Mexican restaurants we've been to. The fajita meat was tough and hard to chew. The rice is exceptionally bland and the beans are...interestingly smoky flavored. If that's your thing, by all means go here! BYOHS--bring your own hot sauce. The first time we were here, we waited A LONG TIME for bottles of sauce to be brought to our table. This time, they were completely "out" of hot sauce when we asked. Not sure how that happens at a Mexican restaurant. This last part of my review is a bit nit-picky, but I have to include it. The music that was playing was some kind of Mexican techno??? Not exactly sure what to call it, but it was CRAZY ANNOYING. I would literally rather hear the Mexican Hat Dance song on a loop than listen to that techno junk ever again. Next time we're in that area we will be checking out the newer place in Crystal City. I've had my fill of Lapas. read more

Always awesome food and drinks and the service has always been great. I recommend this place to everyone all the time!

Very good food and great service! Extremely clean restaurant! We will be back! The chips were a little greasy and that would be the only con. read more

I admit that Mexican cuisine is about my least favorite; however I'm always prepared to go with something simple like cheese quesadillas if that's where we land. And that's what I chose. They were okay, but I prefer when they're crispier and not so dry. Their complimentary salsa (w/chips) was excellent though... not very chunky but a substantial consistency with a sweeter, milder yet spicy heat. I ended up pushing my plate aside and going with this instead. read more

Margaritas are mostly ice. Beer usually tastes funny. Food is hit and miss. Be warned, if you ask your server if a dish has sour cream on it and they say yes even though it doesn't, you'll be charged extra for asking for that sour cream on the side. The woman taking your money will be rude when you ask about it. It's not a huge charge but it's the principle of the situation. Most places would take it off of a bill the size of our but not this place. Better off hitting the Mexican place in Arnold.... read more

DO NOT EAT HERE!!! There are many reasons but number one is that they are the only restaurant I've been to that has a SMOKING section. found almost a whole bay leaf in my beef nachos their cell reception is horrible. taco salad was just sour cream in a shell beef nachos had little to no cheese and it was shredded, not queso service was less than adequate salsa is more tomato chunks than flavor, super bland so yeah I'm not a man of many words except when it comes to quality time with my family. my decision to go here ruined our night. read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - Bay leaf in my "beef nachos" - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

I'm a regular at Chipotle, and was hoping to find a similar burrito for take out. This restaurant is much better for dining in. The ambiance is festive, high-end furniture, very beautifully decorated. The atmosphere probably makes up for some of the mediocrity of the food. The burrito was decently delicious. Too sloppy for my taste, but filled with fresh ingredients. The chicken in the burrito is cooked just right, great flavor. The burrito tortilla is yummy and toasty. It wasn't folded very well, so very messy presentation and hard to eat with all the toppings coming out. I was disappointed in the chips and salsa. The corn chips are too thick and not a great flavor. I prefer thin, crispy chips that are well salted and maybe even lime flavored like at Chipotle. The salsa desperately needs improvement! It's watery, tastes only of tomato, and is too spicy. Spicy tomato liquid. The guacamole is better. I'd order that again. The small portion of guac is a great price for a good amount of guacomole to dip the chips. I just wish the chips were better. Thinner and saltier and a fresher taste. Service was fast and attentive. They said my takeout order would be ready in 10 min, and it came out all nicely packaged in less than 10. I will eat here again, but only for dine-in to enjoy the beautiful, Mexican themed atmosphere. The bar looked like a fun place to have drinks. I'd come to celebrate an occasion like a birthday, or to socialize with a group of friends. read more

La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant - My date, Attila the Hun's, bite of approval. - Mexican Near Me - Festus, Missouri

Great food, great people, and great margaritas! What's not to love?? And they recently added outdoor seating which is perfect for summer!! The portions you get are HUGE and I've never tried something here and didn't like it. Taco salad is one of my favorites and their cheese sauce with the chips is so good! Love this place!!! read more

This Cantina has Never disappointed me. Today's meal, Beef Burrito Deluxe was delicious.

Penny Wise and Pound Foolish! We stopped buying kids meals for our older kids years ago because they eat like more adults I know yet La Pachanga discriminates against them because of their age and their money doesn't count because they're kids. (How about that for an intro...it's probably a run on sentence as well.) Our family of 8 has been coming to this great local establishment since we moved back to MO in 2008. On Sundays they offer free kid's meals per one adult meal. My wife and I order a meal, my two older boys order an adult meal (because the kids meals aren't enough for them) and you would think that would get us four kids meals to cover the other 4 kids. NOPE! Because my older boys aren't officially "adults" the money doesn't count. When I pressed them on "how old one has to be for it to count," they couldn't tell me. Also, apps don't count toward this deal even though many apps are more than some "adult meals." They are penny wise and pound foolish or the Sunday staff lacks common sense...or a little of both. The food is great, but the service is what killed this review. I come in by myself to get food...but we know take our kids to other local establishments that doesn't discriminate against kids money, like Pasta House and Thai Rama. C'mon La Pachanga, you can do better. read more

Great Mexican restaurant love everything I had there.Been there many times with family and friends. Service is great everyone should go and try it out. read more

I ordered take out here for dinner after a busy day of work. I ordered a small guacamole and the enchiladas rancheras which included 3 cheese enchiladas topped with beef and rice and beans. Chips and salsa came with it. The amount of food lasted me 2 dinners. The food was very tasty. Not outstanding Mexican food but I was very satisfied after a long day. Definitely worth it. The food is very affordable and the wait for my take out was quick, about 10 minutes. The staff was very helpful in recommending their favorite entrees. read more

Previous review update: Friendly and attentive staff. Quick food that's always good. And I love the fresh warm chips. We frequent the Festus location. read more

We've eaten here many times (and had them cater our Holiday dinner once) and we've always had great experiences! The staff is friendly and while sometimes there is a slight language barrier, it's never been a problem for us. The place always appears clean (including the restrooms) and the food comes out hot and as ordered. They do a great business as any evening you drive by, the parking lot will be packed. And on this visit, we could see they've started work on an outdoor seating area. We will definitely try that come spring! read more

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It doesn't matter what food you order because it always comes out fast. It is pretty reasonably priced and there chips and salsa are really good! read more

I almost didn't go here because of bad reviews but I'm glad I did. The food was good Tex-Mex. the salsa was a little bland but good and the chips were hot! The service was very good. If I'm in the area I'd definitely plan to go here again. read more

This place is where I go to get my MARGARITA on. The food is just OK, but the drinks mean that my hubby is a happy man later that night. I don't know what it is about tequila, but it has certain effect on me, ya know? Anyway, the place is decorated real colorful-like and I feel like I am at a FIESTA when I am here. Party on! The service is average and they don't like it when you get all affectionate at your table, just a warning. The food is decent. I like the nachos and the burritos. Quite filling, good-sized portions. If you like cheese and meat and salsa and margaritas this is a good place to go. DOn't go all in here expecting some kinda gourmet experience. It is what it is - cheap an filling Mexican food. AND GET SOME MARGARITAS! read more

Love the food...love the service. My fiance and me don't get out often but we love coming here the food is always good.

Recently moved to the area, and while out driving one night we stumbled upon La Pachanga.. took some friends and had dinner. La Pachanga is decorated very festiv, and it reminds me of other Mexican restaurants. I liked the flavor of the salsa, and the service we received while eating there was great, and our server was very professional and continued to smile and be friendly and efficient, a quality not seen too often now days... Everyone enjoyed their meals, and a few of the group ventured further into the menu and tried some desserts. we left the restaurant with a smile, feeling completely satisfied, and relaxed in the feeling that our money wasn't wasted, and that we would definitely be returning for more meals in the future... read more

I avoid going to this location at all costs. Unless I'm with others who absolutely MUST eat here, I never stop by. For some reason, they can never seem to cook my food all the way. Combine that with employees who don't seem to care and dirty tables, and you have a recipe for disaster. I'm not sure how the Festus location can be so subpar when the Herculaneum Lapa's is so good. read more