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    Pablitos Tacos

    4.4 (184 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    PABLITOS TACOS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Boula M.

    I had an outstanding experience at Pobalito in Van Nuys! The food was absolutely delicious, but what really made the visit special was the exceptional service from Marco. He was attentive, friendly, professional, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the entire meal. His warm personality and attention to detail really stood out. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and Marco's service made the experience even better. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to, and I highly recommend asking for Marco when you visit!

    LOMO SALTADO
    Isaac Z.

    Just had the Lomo Saltado at Pablito's Tacos in Van Nuys. Beef was tender and had good flavor. Onions and tomatoes were solid, sauce was savory without being too salty. Came with rice and fries that soaked up the sauce nice. One of the best saltado I've ever had, it was perfect and filling. Portion was solid for the price. Would get it again.

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    Samuel O.

    This place is worth a try! Warning - The art and decor of this place can be intimidating. There are a lot of colors and the walls feel very congested. If you can make it past this, I would recommend making your way to the cashier and ordering some delicious chicken and plantains. There are lots of cool taco and burrito places out in this part of the valley, so Pablitos doesn't really stand out in that aspect. What stands out are their seafood and rotisserie chicken! If you're going in a group, grab a chicken together and get some sides. Chicken is well made and seasoned. If you care about what you eat, I would highly recommend this option. I love fried plantains. They're one of my weak spots, and this spot makes them right. There were like one or two that were burnt, but aside from the few, the rest were great. I would come back here just for the chicken and the plantains.

    Tacos were out of this world!!!
    Rick Dutch C.

    This is my first time coming to Pablitos...and let me tell you. This might be one of the best kept secrets in all of Van Nuys!!! Everything was made to order fresh and came out just as delicious as it all looked. The icing on the cake was the amazing in house blended watermelon juice (thank you Estrella)...and oh my GOD!!! When you guys come in, ask for Marisol. She was amazing as well and will take the absolute best care of you. Very friendly and top notch service with a smile. The place was spacious and extremely clean, perfect for dining in if you so choose. Thank you guys, I will definitely be coming back soon for sure.

    Mark H.

    Excellent food, excellent service! Cool ambiance! Good prices! Excellent Cuban sandwich! Excellent ceviche! Excellent variety! Just really yummy food! Just a really good spot to go eat and take your family friends or whoever else!

    Ceviche Mixto

    I am very very disappointed with the owner of pablitos tacos. My wife and I came here for dinner and I order the ceviche mixto. i have had it many times here at the van nuys location and never had a complaint. But today and I got my plate and I took a bite I tasted nothing but anise in my ceviche. Which besides the fact is very weird to put in a ceviche. I am also allergic to it. When I requested for them to either remake it or exchange for something else. The employee had to call the owner just to receive and straight sorry no refunds or exchanges. No where in the menu does it state anise is in the ceviche. The owner should be 100% ashamed of himself for his behavior. Never will I come back to this dump of a place. I will also be speaking to my attorney regarding this situation that was easily avoidable.

    Chile Relleno Burrito with a wild berry drink
    Pedro B.

    Pablito's Tacos is hands down one of the best Mexican restaurants I've been to! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed with great customer service and a friendly atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The food is absolutely incredible--everything tastes fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. The tacos are packed with perfectly seasoned meat, the salsas are delicious, and every bite reminds you of real homemade Mexican food. You can tell they take pride in the quality of their ingredients and the care they put into every dish. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the service is fast, even when they're busy. Whether you're stopping by for a quick lunch or bringing the whole family, this place never disappoints. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food that's consistently amazing, Pablito's Tacos is a must-try. I'll definitely be coming back again and again. Highly recommend!

    Agua Fresca
    Gary B.

    The service here is great was greeted instantly I def would recommend to come get some tacos if you craving tacos great place good music awesome environment can't wait to come back Marco was amazing even let me sample a agua fresca def recommend this if u craving some tacos and aguas frescas will def be back thanks for the great service

    Lomo taco
    Linda P.

    We found this gem in Van Nuys and experienced good service and great foods! We loved the lomo dip sandwich, tacos. The meats were rich in flavor paired with delicious green Peruvian sauce - amazing!! Will definitely come back to try other menu items.

    Aurelio M.

    Hands down this spot is legit to bring your family to and the cashier is very friendly, the customer service is 1000. Food is really delicious. Best in the west

    Jordan W.

    This is my first time here, and I saw the great reviews here on Yelp. I didn't know that it was a Mexican Peruvian fusion restaurant. I've never been to one of those and it was excellent. I love Peruvian and Mexican food. I want more of the Mexican route today. But there was definitely some Peruvian influence with the creamy green sauce. Both sauces were excellent, the Birria was good as was the Horchata. Fernando was great and went above and beyond explaining the menu and making sure that everything was great during my visit.

    Three taco plate
    Mitchell L.

    Been awhile since I got to have me some Pablitos. My wife and I ordered the three taco plate. I got the lomo saltado, Al pastor, and carne asada tacos. She got the Chicharron, al pastor, and fish. She really loved the Chicharron taco, but enjoyed the other two also. I thought the al pastor was the best, but also liked the other two tacos. Beans were okay, not totally authentic, but close. The rice was an absolute miss. Under cooked and under seasoned. Not sure what they were going for honestly. Service was good, took a long time for the food. We were the only ones there too. Place has a Cuban vibe with the mural designs and the music. Still a fan, gotta try something else next time. Also, wish I had a Pablitos closer to Ventura County.

    Limo Saltado
    Jack T.

    Best Pablitos in town. The keto tacos here are so fire. Shoutout to Fernando for his top notch customer service, he works harder than any other cashier ive had the pleasure to talk to.

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    Thanks you very much for your visit and review

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    Thank you Carlos!! We appreciate the love

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    9 months ago

    Awesome service ! Their Mango Agua Fresca is so good & refreshing , They have a big menu as well !

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    11 months ago

    The flavor on the birria may be a little overwhelming but still good. The service was honestly great. Cleanliness was maintained.

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    Came into pabiltos tacos. Friendly customer service. Good with recommendations and food was hot and ready fast! Come by!

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    So delicious and beyond amazing service. Crack sauce is worth all the hype, I had the birria tacos and i give them a 10/10

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    10 months ago

    Super fire. Fernando's service is awesome and the chicken tacos are some of the best in LA

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    8 months ago

    Me and my wife's favorite new restaurant, burritos are fire ,had no idea peru Ian food could taste so good.

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    Sometimes you believe in second chances but nope . Still bad . No improvement . 2.99 for a can of soda . Beware everybody .

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    9 months ago

    Amazing Customer Service. The guy who was taking our order was so sweet and helpful, considering we were first timers! Amazing!

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    11 months ago

    Fernando at the counter offered my party elite service a few days ago. The service was as great as the food. Amazing.

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    Good service good food everyone's friendly and the service is really fast tables and place clean

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    Amazing! The chicken is . Came here after having a baby and needed to feed a wife mother in law and myself for 2 days. Soooo good!!!

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    Excellent sauces!!!! Tried it for the first time & chicken and steak (lomo saltado) is tender. Will be back soon

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    A happy birthday lunch was had here for our first visit - and we're better for it. I got the…read moreBurrito Saltado and my birthday buddy tried the Lomo Saltado. We shared a side of fried plantains. I'm a sucker for a lot of fusion-esque burritos that wrap up traditional cuisine dishes in a flour tortilla. The tortilla usually tastes of higher quality (ALWAYS a highlight) and I was most interested in having a familiar dish spun a little differently. It did not disappoint when it came to the expected flavoring of the veggies and lomo saltado style steak. There was plenty of filling and it sang with the aji verde and orange pepper sauces, but it ultimately was not a revelation. The traditional Lomo Saltado plate was not culinary brilliance either, but it was the favored of the two selections, as it featured the grill in the back of the kitchen more effectively. Anything that is exemplary of mainstay dishes from a regional category is still very special, and this plate will be worth returning for. That, and of course the Inka Cola I've always had to order with my Peruvian plates, where available. This place boasts really good roasted chicken and when you see working men order the la brasa by the basketfull for lunch, you start making conclusions about what an authentic experience at an establishment looks like. So we plan to eat what the regulars do upon the next visit. We weren't burned for starting with the cow though. Guess I had to have my birthday steak one way or another.

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    If you don't order the seco y aguadito you are doing it wrong! Hahaha. Those are my favys but…read morealways really delicious and the employees are always so sweet.

    There's definitely a reason why this place has terrible reviews!!!! The owner is by far the rudest…read morenastiest person I've met in a while. My first impression is she came storming out of the restaurant as soon as we parked in the PUBLIC LOT available. Last time I checked, if there are no signs saying "For this business only" it is free game as to whoever can park there. Mind you, there was NOT ONE PERSON even in her restaurant lol. Anyways, she comes storming out and yells at me and my partner from across the lot saying how we aren't allowed to park there. If she would have asked nicely, maybe I would have considered it. But no, she came with such aggression and entitledness. She explained that "I've told that guy so many times not to let his customers park here." Like ok? That's your beef with the owner of the next business. How is that my fault? I'm assuming this business is doing so poorly they can't afford a couple signs that say "For Peruvian Grill customers only." When I told her there was no signs, she immediately came at me with aggression once again and demanded I move the car. I honestly don't know who this lady thinks she is but we were considering going to eat there after since it's right next door. But now, I will never eat there and I will let everybody know what a disgusting entitled person she is. Nobody was even at your restaurant yet you wanted the parking lot empty for potential customers... sad. All because she wanted to claim spots at a PUBLIC PARKING LOT.

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    As a Peruvian man I LOVE this place it makes me feel right at home and the auto shop makes next to…read morethe resturant me love ts place even more I love car. The staff and food are great, I HIGHLY recommend this place for a late night dinner.

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