The fajita burrito absolutely fantastic! The queso was fine. Now, the hotel attached to the restaurant looks like it's either undergoing a major renovation or survived a direct hit from a small tactical missile. I genuinely wasn't sure if I was walking into dinner or a disaster movie set. Thankfully, once you're inside the restaurant, it's a completely different story. Great food, friendly service, and that fajita burrito alone is worth the visit. Just don't judge it by the construction zone next door. The staff was great as well! read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

The most authentic Mexican you will find in the area. I am from California and always looking for "real" Mexican cuisine. I have been coming here for years and drive out of my way for it. read more

Decided to stop here after our extremely long flight. First off was extremely hard to fine. Terrible directions due to poor signs. Read the reviews and decided to give it a try. Upon entering there was this strange aroma. Very unpleasant, was unsure if it was due to the construction. My father ordered the fajita enchiladas, mom fajita burritos, son kids chicken tenders, husband tacos and my chicken fundido. Food was extremely salty!!! The waitress could not bring water fast enough. The fried portions of food tasted like old grease, which everyone knows takes all the flavor away. Restaurant was not busy at all. The plates were hotter than anything on the plate. Before you inquire, yes the waitress was made aware. All we were told is "I'll tell the kitchen" no offer for a remake or even an apology. My parents have eaten at this establishment before and praised it. They even said this would be there last time. Food was very subpar and the vibe very off. Bathrooms absolutely disgusting. I understand remodeling but if you're going to send your customers into a construction zone. How about make sure there is proper signage and it's actually clean. We've all have felt sick since we left. Three bathrooms stops. This is definitely and first and last for us. read more

Panchito's Mexican Grill is the kind of place that I love to find when traveling.  We have been here before (thanks to Yelp!) and you know its legit when you get there.  It's hidden in the back of the Clarion hotel in Fort Mill.    It was my son's birthday; we were enjoying the park (Carowinds) but wanted to get out and grab a real meal.  The portions are very generous, and the drinks are large!  You can split dishes here and try many different foods.  You really cannot go wrong with any dish, the service was fast and on point, especially with the waters and salsa.   For an Extra $5 they did a whole birthday celebration with hat for my son and that made the night complete, everyone left full and don't ask me how we rode the Fury After that, but we did!  If you're looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant stop by Panchito's! read more

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Came after Carowinds, outside of the restaurant made us iffy about the place but inside was real fantastic. The service was excellent and the food was delicious! Will definitely come back again. read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Inside the restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

New to the area and we were hoping to find our local Mexican food spot, but unfortunately this is NOT it. Ordered a variety of tacos, carne asada burrito, beef taquitos & a margarita. We had to send back the taquitos as it was soggy and wasn't fried in hot oil so it was oil logged. None of the items we tried will make us return. Margarita gave me a stomachache. Too much lime mix. The service was good and our server was very attentive. She tried to make it right, but at this point we were ready to go. We really wanted to like this place, but don't see ourselves returning. read more

Love Menudo. I grew up in Los Angeles so I'm a bit picky about my Mexican food. I can't speak for anything else here but the Menudo was delicious. read more

It was taco Tuesday and we had a variety without disappointment! However I do NOT recommend any margaritas here-sweet and 'no alcohol' ‍First time we will be back to try other 'food'! Service somewhat slow-not really busyambiance on point. read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Taco Tuesday $1 each - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

The FIRST thing you need to know is this place is located INSIDE the Clarion Hotel. When you see the sign for 'Foot Hills Parkway' turn left to go behind the hotel, it has a separate entrance. I sat at the bar and received exceptional service from Jackie. It was a slow evening but she was acting as seating hostess, waitress and bartender and doing a great job at all of them. They offer you chips and salsa complimentary. They were not hot, a little soft and not too good. The salsa options were mild, hot and hot verde. again not that good. I ordered the Fajitas mixes, you get steak, chicken and shrimp and WAY too many onions and bell peppers. No one took the time to remove the tail from the shrimp. You get 4 tortillas, they were small and barely warm. Overall the flavor was just OK. I doubt I return as there a way too many better options that are closer to mi Casa. read more

Amazing food and a good local spot. Service has never missed. Great Margs and Quesodillas. Ambiance is perfect.

Shrimp Diablo entree is excellent , it's a little spicy but not overpowering and service is great.

This is by far the best mexican food around. I've been here three times in the past week. We just had the birria and it was hands down amazing. The staff are so kind and friendly as well! read more

Panchitos is a hidden gem tucked away in the shadow of Carowinds. Charlotte has a ton of Mexican food, some are authentic and some more Taco Bell, and Taco Bell adjacent. This however is very legit, more akin to what you would get going down South Blvd by "Marias" and "Tres Pesos" on Woodlawn. The staff is always very nice and welcoming, while I haven't seen them under pressure with too many patrons at once. I can say that they are very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Speaking of the menu, there is a wide variety of traditional Mexican fare...with a lunch menu and decent dinner prices to match. I personally try to get something new every time, from quesadillas to burritos I haven't been disappointed. This time around I ordered the Pollo con crema, the chicken was fresh and tender while the peppers and onions gave it a flavorful kick it offset the thick creamy cheese. I can't forget the chips and salsa, yes the free chips and salsa you get when you sit down. If you don't get free chips and salsa at any Mexican restaurant, it's a red flag and if they aren't good...RUN! Pro Tip: The drinks are excellent and decently priced (I didn't see the price listed on the menu last time I went). Ask for light ice and salud! read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Pollo con crema - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

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Was looking for a new place to try for taco Tuesday and saw this place had good reviews so decided to give them a try. I'm glad I read that they were located in a hotel or I wouldn't have been able to locate them as the signage is small and low to the ground so you literally have to be right up in it to even see it. When I walked in they place was nearly empty with the exception of the bar area. I skimmed the menu and decided to go with the flautas and their margarita which was on special for $8. The food didn't take long to come out. It was out after 10 mins of me ordering. When the food arrived the flautas appeared overcooked and the rice was dry and clumpy. I wanted to give it a chance so I bit into the flauta and the beef had a weird taste so I sent it back and decided to order something else. I ended up with ordering the Tacos Panchitos, one barbacoa & one chicken. I don't know why I insist on ordering chicken as my protein at Mexican restaurants b/c it's always bland, but the barbacoa was good. Excellent service from Jackie. read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Tacos Panchitos - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

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Chips and salsa were good, especially the chips. Taco salad was not good. Tacos were average

Great food and service. Waitress was very nice and friendly. Definitely will come back when we go to carowinds again

Another amazing experience at Panchitos! Service was excellent and loved the enchiladas de mole! The mole is so delicious, a must try! My husband ordered the enchiladas de suiza and a chimichanga on the side! Yep, you can order a chimichanga as a side. They make the best ones and so good and a huge portion! Also love the salsas! Always consistent and great prices! read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Side chimichanga - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

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this is by far my favorite Mexican place this Fish is definitely where it's at The service is always Great and the Ambience well from the outside ok let's just eat they are working on it. Did I say the Food is Amazing And the Bar area is where I love to wait for my order Sangria and Margarita Me please read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Mojarra Delicious you have to get the pickled onions with and Lime Yummy - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

The service was good but the whole outside smelled like sewage. Inside it smelled like pine sol but the food also tasted as such. It totally turned my stomach. We couldn't make it through the meal. I got sick afterwards. read more

The outside made us second guess eating here; however, the interior was nice and the food was good. We enjoyed trying the 3 complimentary salsas and the service was great. read more

We came on taco Tuesday. We each had o e carbs asada, pollo, and an al pastor. They were all fairly good, and honestly worth much more than a buck. The salsas are a bit thin for our liking, but had decent flavor. One word of caution, the spicy is SPICY. And don't forget to order a Margarita! read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Margaritas and Chips and salsa - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

The food 10/10 Service 10/10 Atmosphere 10/10 Everything is amazing! The food here is so spectacular to the eyes and delicious to the taste buds. The Service is super good as long as you take the patience to help them with the order. Some workers are not as fluent in English. Which is fine. Be patient and help them and you will have a great experience! The atmosphere is so friendly and welcoming. The music brings another component to my rating! Definitely a must-eat restaurant. As long as you are in NC you NEED to come here. You will have the time of your life! EVEN THE SALSA IS GOOD!!! read more

Located on the ground floor of a hotel, Panchito's may appear unseemly. Like your mama may have always taught you though, it's what's on the inside that counts. Having dined here a couple dozen times, I've never left disappointed. To begin, you are greeted with chips and 3 different kinds of salsa (one mild, one with a little kick, and a green one that is spicy and unique - ALL taste freshly made and delicious). Add one of their delightful margaritas and you're off to a great beginning. The Botana Cora shrimp appetizer is outstanding and highly recommended if you like shrimp and flavorful heat. The Barbacoa and Al Pastor tacos and there's always good lunch specials. Looking forward to retuning soon. read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - Botana Cora shrimp appetizer....WOW - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

Hands down one of the best Mexican restaurants in Charlotte and the surrounding areas. I have been here so many times I lost count. They are hidden behind the starbucks and jimmy johns on carowinds blvd. I honestly stumbled on this place trying to get to KFC one day and booked marked it as a place to try and they did not disappoint. This place is being slept on! Please don't judge this book by its cover. I am so puzzled on what to review on because their service is always great and all their food is A+! Food is flavorful, the portion size is greatly appreciated, and the prices are good. Ok so the obvious, they serve complimentary chips and 3 different salsas to start. I am not a fan of most Mexican restaurants chips and unfortunately this place wasn't much different. The mild red salsa was good but the others I could pass on. On to the real food... This last visit I got the quesabirria...and they were slap yo momma good. I am sure whoever said Maria's has the best quesabirria has not yet been to Panchitos. You get 3 in an order for $14. Packed with meat and flavor. Also the consommé came out hot and you could definitely tell the meat came straight from it. If I had to change anything about them I would say a little more cheese please! I love cheese! I also recommend their Queso, fajitas (any), Fajitas Nachos, Camarones Fundido, Camarones Con Hongos, Carney Y Camarones. read more

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Ordered for lunch today through DoorDash after a fiasco last evening (delivery to wrong address during a blackout and lovely neighbors kept our order)... anyhoo... Food came to us in Steele Creek hot, as ordered with accommodations, and HUGE portions! Well packaged and fresh! The Torta Cubana is literally enough for 2 meals. We will definitely order again. read more

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Stop reading. Go to this place and order the Parrillada Panchitos. All your hopes and dreams will come. It has everything - steak, chicken, shrimp, pork, chorizo. Absolutely perfect. Could probably feed four but it's made for two. Folks there are super friendly. Place is blaring Mexican music. Highly recommend! Sorry no picture, we were hungry. read more

Don't bother getting carry out. They'll let it sit for 30 minutes before you ask about it, and then try to charge you full price. Get your stuff together. read more

The salsa was watered down. The queso was watered down. Think about that. The QUESO was WATERED DOWN. W.T.F. Even the damn barbacoa burrito was somehow watery. I dont even know how tf they accomplished that. What an egregious waste of money this garbage food was. I should have known to avoid this place, honestly, because it's located in a friggin "Choice" hotel that itself is a rundown dump. Good god. Do NOT, I repeat, DO NOT order from this place. I want my money AND my wasted calories back. Any Mexican would be ashamed of this so called "food". I wouldn't feed this slop to a dead burro. F**k this place into the earth. read more

Ordered through Doordash, my second time coming here. The first time was great. I ordered a vegetarian burrito tonight along with a mango agua fresca, horchata and other food with my girlfriend. My vegetarian burrito had a bone in it. Gross. read more

Panchito’s Mexican Grill - a piece of food left on the table - Mexican Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

FORT MILL, SC 06/18/19 LUNCH +$1 Taco Tuesday specials!!! +The food is great. +The salsa and chips are great. +They have a vast menu with plenty of options. +The customer service was pretty quick and friendly. +The location is in a weird spot, but that's what makes this place a Triple D-worthy dining spot. -No loyalty rewards program. -The chorizo was a bit too salty to my liking. Overall, I would come back even if it's not a Taco Tuesday. Go check them out! read more

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The restaurant is attached to a hotel and the entrance is behind the hotel. The ambiance was a typical Mexican restaurant, loud music and tacky decor. Two people in the party ordered the arroz con pollo and there was a strange sauce on the dish. Unfortunately, the members of the party that ate this dish had stomach issues all night. The steak fajitas were "ok", thankfully no one got sick from this meal. Won't come back. read more

Our visit to Panchito's was average. We stopped by here because we had gone to Carowinds for the day and Panchito's was one of the closest restaurants. The best part was the homemade juice; we tried mango and pineapple, which were both delicious. I ordered the vegetarian quesadilla and it had so much oil that it was dripping when I picked it up. The oil was soaking through the wrap. I used a paper towel to soak some of it up. My husband got the steak tacos and said they were okay, but he also didn't feel too well on the drive home. I think we'd probably find somewhere else to eat if we were in the area again. read more

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This place is tucked away in a hotel's back side. Don't be fooled by its low key and dull exterior. We were seated 2 minutes of reaching there. Once seated they provided their famous house chips and 3 salsa. Their salsas are one of the best salsas I have tried around here. Our food came within 22 minutes of ordering. They forgot to properly make one of the dish and our server was quick to apologize (very rare to get this nowadays) and fixed it. Food was really good tasting. One of the best Mexican food I had around this area. Food is also fairly priced. Ambiance is also tolerable. Overall 4.3/5 stars. read more

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I've ordered several times and everything is always amazing! Faves are the steak tacos and pork tamales red sauce. They taste just like homemade ones I used to have in Colorado. The cheese dip is also a pleaser as well. I also find the pricing to be fair and reasonable, Another chain in the area charges twice as much and tastes 1/2 as good! All orders are carry out. They e never forgotten an item, always include a variety of dips and sauces for chips. read more

Great taco Tuesday specials. Margaritas were fantastic both the house and the top shelf ones.

Great find in Fort Mill.. big menu and lots of good items. Cheap good tacos on Tuesday! Gem

1) order the guacamole!!!! The server prepares it fresh per order. It was wonderful. The avocado was super creamy, and just the right amount of lime and salt. 2) the birria quesadilla were delicious. It's two corn taco shells with lots of meet inside. The beef juice was very nice. I would definitely recommend and would order again 3) the chicken burrito was plain. It seemed that all that was in it was chicken, tomato and lettuce. I don't think I'd order this again based on all the other things in the menu 4) the Al pastor taco was great. The meat was very flavorful. I wish they added pineapple pieces but I'd definitely order again 5) the chips and salsa that were complimentary were super flavorful. The green salsa was delicious and just the right level of spicy 6) the only thing from our order that we didn't like was the flan. They added chocolate syrup and whipped cream. I'm used to a plain flan with just the caramel sauce. It felt like I was having a sundae and don't think I'd order again. The flan itself wasn't creamy which is what I look for in a good flan. read more

Good tacos, but really honest associates. Came for take out tacos after work, and left behind my wallet. Manager, Carlos, went out of his way to track me down, and get it back to me with all cash and cards. read more

Worst food I've ever had at any Mexican restaurant and service sucked just as bad had to beg for a water just to wash that nasty food out of my mouth will never eat here again read more

Very friendly, welcoming service as soon as we walked in. Three different salsas brought to the table with our basket of chips - described as mild (green and a bit sweet), medium (moderate chipotle flavor), and hot (good kick, but not overpowering). Dinner selections are plenty, so everyone should have no issue finding something. Our dinner selections were all tasty and very affordable. DH had a frozen peach margarita that was also good - you could taste the alcohol and still enjoy the peach! read more