most legit bites you'll have in this entire area! if you arrive after 8pm on any given night, there will be a line but the wait is so worth it! must get the guacamole, tacos el pastor and the agua de jamaica is top tier and not bragged about enough, add some lime for an extra kick!! this hole in the wall is in the middle of all the bustle in zona romántica and sitting outside only adds to the experience! read more

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If you visit Puerto Vallarta and venture into Zona Romantica for the first time, I highly recommend trying this taco stand. While the wait can be a bit unpredictable, it's usually not too long, especially during the summer. However, if you visit in the winter, it can take a while. The food here is reasonably priced and the portions are generous. The only thing that confuses me is the fruit water of the day. The cups are incredibly small, and for 30 pesos, I expected more. I've noticed that some tables have their water refilled, while others have been changed. I'm not sure if this is a policy or just a coincidence. The service is okay, but nothing extraordinary. They have a limited number of tables and don't have air conditioning, so it can get quite hot inside and outside. However, you're here to eat and go, so don't expect a sit-down experience. One important thing to note is that they only accept cash. So, make sure to bring some pesos with you. read more

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This place always has a line down the street, but thankfully I stopped by on a slow, rainy day. I'd heard so many great things about this restaurant and had to try it for myself. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. I ordered the steak tacos, chips and guacamole, and a Jamaica to drink. Everything lived up to the hype. This place delivered in every way! Best tasting tacos I've had in PV. read more

Pancho's Takos - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

One of the few places that's crazy busy during the hot, hot low season. It was hot outside and even hotter inside but we had to stop and try their legendary al pastor taco. It did not disappoint. The meat was cooked to perfection and the grilled pineapple had just enough sweetness to complement the slight saltiness. Very good and such a bargain! read more

Pancho's Takos - Al Pastor Taco - lightly grilled fresh pineapple. Delicious! - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

Best tacos Al Pastore I've ever had. We fortunately got here a few minutes before five, with the line last night as long as 70 to 80 people waiting. Be aware that the orange sauce is habanero based, so it's got some heat. Also, they want cash not credit. read more

Pancho's Takos - Here's where the pork came from - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

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So, this is a famous place in Puerto Vallarta. They have the best tacos, so get there a little early because they fill up fast. It's very small, and there's always a line. You just have to wait patiently, and then one of the waiters will come to you. They'll ask how many people, and then they'll seat you when there's room. There are no reservations, but they can give you an estimate of the wait time. They can't write down your name or anything, since you need to be in line to sit down. Overall, it is the most delicious, amazing tacos. The flavor is fantastic. The salsa they had was excellent. The Al Pastor was cooked beautifully. I highly recommend them--when you come to Puerto Vallarta, you have to try their tacos. read more

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Wow, these tacos are amazing. Every day we walk past Pancho's and are amazed at the line of people waiting for a table. There's a few outside and more inside. Be careful when sitting close to the grill you'll feel the best the whole time. the Al Pastor tacos are the must-try item here. After that we really enjoyed the Asada and Chorizo tacos. read more

Pancho's Takos - Al Pastor Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

Simple and Delicious Tacos Be prepared to wait, line forms to the right and moves quickly. Study the menu before you are seated- it's long with many choices. Taco Al Pastor is the favorite and worth the hype Seating is tight, servers want to move tables quickly Order less than you think you can eat, always the option to order more, but Take Away is NOT permitted Prices are fair for the quality of food. read more

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Yes, it is worth all the hype and yes it is worth the wait! You don't want to leave PV without trying these tacos. There is almost always a line unless you come by around 4, which is just opening. Wait times can be anywhere from 20 mins to an hour plus. Once seated, the service for food is pretty quick. Everything here is delicious, but if you are visiting for the first time the el pastor taco is what they are known for. Order less than you think, they are LARGE portions. read more

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I was looking forward to trying these tacos after seeing the hype online and passing it a number of times and seeing how busy it was and how long the line was. Unfortunately it did not meet my expectations. I believe this is over hyped. I did order the Al Pastor tacos and carne asada tacos and mushroom quesadilla. Honestly, the pastor was whatever. It tasted well cooked but lacked flavor and way over packed on the tortilla, I kind of enjoyed the carne asada tacos more. The mushroom quesadilla was such a let down. I love quesadillas and mushrooms so I had to try this but there was way more mushrooms than cheese and you couldn't even see the tortilla. I either had to eat it like an overpacked taco that was about to break or eat it with utensils. Ended up eating it with a fork. Service turned me off in the beginning as I was drinking a coffee and brought it and the server told me to put it on the floor because it can't be seen. I was like um okay? You also can't take food home. They tell you before you get sat down. From there the rest of the service was good. It's also just really busy on that sidewalk, so much was happening. Probably won't go back next time I visit PV but glad I got to try it. read more

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A great place for al pastor tacos. They pile on the tender delicious meat. Since it was slow season our wait was not that long. It is well worth it highly recommended. The service was fast and they talked us down from ordering too much, from 9 to just 6 tacos. We were stuff by the time we were done. read more

Pancho's Takos - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

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This place came as a recommendation and is very popular. Usually a line to get a seat. Known for their tacos they are good but the margs were meh. The tacos to tortillas ratio is so good and the pineapple topper was just too good! Be very aware of their hours. They don't open till four and on some days are closed so plan accordingly. It's quick turn and burn seating. It's a little crammed and warm. Side walk seating and a few inside seating spot but nothing special, side street taco vibes. read more

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I tried 2 other competing Al Pastor taco places. And Panchos was the best. If are not in line 30-40 mins before opening be prepared to wait at least an hr depending on what time you go. Was it worth it? Yes! We had the Al Pastor (skip everything else) and guacamole. The meat was juicy and tender and their sauces elevated each taco. Portions are large. The guacamole was fresh. Although they were extremely busy, they are fast, efficient and friendly. If you don't like sitting in crowded spaces, this place is probably not for you. The margarita was on the sour side but I came for the tacos and they were delicious! read more

Pancho's Takos - Complimentary hot sauce - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

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Charcoal fired al pastor tacos are my new obsession, and Pancho's delivers the most overstuffed street sized tacos I have ever seen. These things are too big to eat straight. You have to pluck a third of the meat with your fingers just to get the tortilla to structurally hold. There is always a line. On a random Tuesday it stretched down the street long before the door opened. I waited twenty five minutes at four in the afternoon for a seat inside. No to go orders, no doggy bags. You eat what you order and leave behind your self respect. The dining room is packed tighter than a turtle's pecker. A dozen staff members move around each other like bees tending the hive, the rhythm wild and relentless. The tacos themselves are intimidatingly large, the vibe unlike anything I have ever seen. Come for the al pastor, and come hungry. If you cannot finish, no option exists but to weep over the abandoned morsels. read more

Just get what everyone is raving about! The Al pastor taco!That's the way to go, the other stuff you can get it somewhere else for sure! Again, get the Al pastor taco don't hesitate lol. read more

Pancho's Takos - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

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BOMB tacos! And they know it. We were lucky to walk up and get a table for two rather than having to wait in the extremely long line that we had seen the last couple of days. Do not let that stop you from waiting because these tacos are worth the wait. We ordered the pastor tacos, grilled onion, and steak tacos. The only disappointing part is that you can't order the tacos individually. The specialty tacos come in orders of at least 3 which limits the amount of items we can taste from the menu without wasting food since they don't allow taking left overs. Other than that we enjoyed every bite. The location is small with seating is half inside and outside, it is meant to be a quick bite however there were some pretty large group parties when we got there. Cash only. read more

Pancho's Takos - Pastor with cheese tacos - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

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For framing, I'm a pescatarian. About 8 o'clock at night I joined the line outside the restaurant, watching their quick efficiency. I only waited about 15 minutes and was able to sit at a table by myself. They were able to offer a "special of the day" to accommodate my vegetarian needs, which was poblano pepper onion, mushroom, and cheese. I got six tacos and it was so much! The guacamole was fantastic and their sauces are spot on. The pineapple onion salsa is very picant! Overall, a wonderful experience for about 400 pesos, including tip and a Negra Modelo Cerveza. If you eat meat, it would be a great place to go, although there are many other places to explore as well. I'm looking forward to exploring the rest of the city today. read more

Pancho's Takos - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

Tried Pancho's Tacos in Puerto Vallarta and really enjoyed it. The tacos were good and the salsas were delicious. The vibe was fun and lively, which made the experience even better. Ordering was a bit confusing since they give you paper forms to fill out. It's tricky to order for different people in your party, and they tend to rush you, which can be stressful. Despite that, the food is so good that I'll definitely be back. read more

One of the most popular taco spots in Puerto Vallarta, especially among tourists, so expect a line. We got there a bit later in the night so the wait wasn't as bad - about 30 minutes. Most of the seating is outdoors on the sidewalk and service is quick. We ordered the al pastor, chorizo, and a volcano taco which is essentially the same as a regular taco but with more meat. The al pastor were really good - well seasoned with a good char and pieces of pineapple, exactly how it should be. The chorizo tacos were solid too. Their salsa was really good as well. Place itself is a bit chaotic read more

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We stopped by Pancho Takos while visiting Puerto Vallarta after hearing a lot of hype about the place. They open at 4:00 PM, so we got there right around then to beat the crowd. Service was friendly and quick, which was a nice start. My wife had the carne asada tacos, but unfortunately they were pretty flavorless, not bad, just kind of bland. She didn't end up eating them. My father-in-law ordered the chicken tacos, and while the portion was good, the meat was on the dry side. I tried the al pastor tacos, which were okay but nothing to really rave about. They were missing something, maybe a bit more seasoning or pineapple flavor to make them pop. The salsas on the table helped, especially the spicy red one, and the tortillas were fresh, which I appreciated. The place has a fun local vibe and it's great for people watching in the evening, but overall, the food didn't live up to the buzz for us. Maybe we just caught them on an off night. read more

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We honestly weren't even hungry, but our tour mates insisted we had to stop here since we were already in the Zona Romántica. We came before the dinner rush and were seated right away. The al pastor is what they're famous for it did not disappoint. Each taco was loaded to the brim, with tender, flavorful meat practically spilling out, plus the juicy pineapple on top was the perfect touch. We ordered two al pastor tacos, two beef and two chicken tacos, thinking they'd be the smaller LA street tacos portions. Big mistake! They were all massive and overflowing with meat! As much as we loved them, we just couldn't finish everything. If you come here, just stick with the al pastor, you can't go wrong. Service was quick, prices were great, and the food was incredible. Just a heads-up that it's cash only and no takeout allowed. They make that very clear with a sign in English before you order. They accept US dollars however at a lower exchange rate, but it's still worth it! read more

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The food is so good, but because this place has become "famous" the people that work here think they can be rude to you. Go to sonoritas down the street where they treat you with kindness and the tacos are just as good. read more

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So, where to begin. My wife and I each had a very large margarita, 2 al pastor tacos, and a large fresh guacamole for what amounts to about $30 US. The meal came with 4 different hot sauces all of which were delicious. The tacos were likely the best I've ever had and the amount of meat on each was adequate for 3 tacos. You can watch them cut the meat off of the trompo. Service was prompt and efficient and the line moves quickly. This isn't a place where you linger over your meal. We love the feel of this place as it had outdoor seating and felt like terrific street food. You order on a paper menu by ticking off what you want and they make everything to order. This will be at the top of our list every time we visit PV. read more

Pancho's Takos - Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

Definitely a must visit spot in Downtown PVR. Depending on the time, the wait can be long as seating is limited. However, the turn around is fairly quick. The portions are huge and generous. Some orders include multiple so definitely check on that before ordering. I would say around 7 full size tacos with spear ribs chicken al pastor and chorizo was around $25-28 USD. Worth every penny. read more

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I literally flew in from SF one weekend for the tacos at Pancho's. Most authentic Al Pastor in Puerto Vallarta. read more

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You wait in line for over a half an hour before they hand you a piece of paper that says that you are not allowed to take any food to go. They do not let you know this until you are close to the front of the line, after you've already waited. NO SIGNS about this anywhere so you're informed before you wait. I went there and waited with the expectation of being able to bring some home to my family and instead left after being there for 45 minutes with nothing. They make you sit at the restaurant, which I did. Ordered 4 tacos. When I asked to pay before the tacos arrived so I could eat one taco and then go to allow them to turn the table for another guest, they told me that four tacos is too much for one person. I said I'd like to take the rest to go. They refused. So I never even got a chance to taste the tacos I waited so long for. read more

Pancho's Takos - Sauces I never got to taste - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

The best tacos I've had yet! Their al pastor tacos were so juicy, perfectly charred and topped with a piece of pineapple as well as onions and cilantros. Arrived at around 4pm and waited 10 mins before we got seated. My party ordered a little bit of everything including beef, chorizo, chips and guac and ofc Al pastor. The salsa fixings were complimentary. We love an unlimited amount of salsa!! Their pickled onions and daikon were so good perfectly spicy, tangy and crunchy. Would 100 percent come by next time. My husband suggested this spot after coming just a year before. It was memorable then and memorable now. read more

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Amazing service! We got lucky & there was no line but that literally never happens. Definitely worth the wait, just order the pastor tacos because they are out of this world. read more

Pancho's Takos - Al pastor tacos - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

My husband and I came in about 5 minutes before they opened and there was already a line, however we got seated fairly quickly - within 5 minutes because we got seated at a table in the sun that some people in line declined. Service was quick, efficient and a bit chaotic with the limited seating. We ordered the guacamole and al pastor tacos. Very generous guac serving which was a perfect appetizer as we were waiting for our tacos. The al pastor tacos were delicious - the meat was tender and had some char giving it a good smoked flavor. They LOAD the tacos so it was hard to eat without being messy. I liked the array of sauces but the only one to really write home about is the habanero sauce which has some heat. I'm glad to have tried it, one of the best al pastor tacos I've had and everything (4 tacos and guacamole) including 3 beers ended up being around 300 pesos! I'd recommended coming early so you don't have to wait too long on line! Every time we passed Panchos Takos there was ALWAYS a line read more

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Awesome food! Large portions! They give you a paper to fill out what you want to order and then bring the food. Space is limited but line moves quickly. Has a restroom, very small but clean. Friendly people:) No outside drinks. read more

Long wait but yummy tacos! Only dine in they do not offer to-go service! Waited around 40 minutes to be seated. Was given a menu while in line to take a look over. Once seated your order is taken and the tacos come within 5 minutes. Love that they bring you an assortment of salsas and some cebollas con habanero. Only con would be that none of the salsas were good. If their salsas were good the tacos would be 5/5 . read more

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Sooo good. Must try. But it's hot in there. Real hot. Sit outside if you can. Also, go early.gets busy late night. Pastor tacos no cheese for the purists . Try the quesadilla with flour too. CASH ONLY!!!! read more

Warm ambiance, The service was excellent. I'm a big guy , it is a restricted space due to its popularity but the clients and staff were very helpful in making room entrance and exit. The tacos al Pastor were very juicy, Excellent last meal in Vallarta. read more

If you are in Puerto Vallarta you must stop by Pancho's Takos. It's a great experience and amazing service. We waited in line almost an hour but worth the wait. We had the tacos al pastor and carne. We also had their guacamole. Tacos are simple but with a punch in flavor. Tacos are savory and to top it with the salsas are so good. It's definitely a great meal. The place it's small and always busy. Until next time. Chao! read more

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With all the virtual hype and being a foodie, i had to try this place! Now that i have, trust me you can 100% skip it. This is the longest I've ever lined-up to eat. Esp for a taco spot, it should've been outstanding, not subpar. 2 al pastor tacos (1 reg 1 crispy w/ cheese): dry meat and diminishing flavor profile. The cheese and tortillas were thick and stale. Very laborious to chew. 1/2 portion guac & chips (no complimentary chips): yummy avocados but overall dry and boring. Not enough tomatoes, salt, pepper, lime, or mixing. Salsas (all of them): flavorless and one-dimensional. Service: entirely stone-faced males with the exception of one woman. Zero smiles and i felt neither welcomed nor neglected. My waiter stalled to take my order, and i caught him shifting his body and sneaking a glance at my chest (which was entirely covered with a long sleeve athletic shirt--and my arms). Summary: a tourist trap for ppl that aren't accustomed to good Mexican food. The only thing i can tell that may be appealing is the plates are LOADED with (dry) meat--actually a turnoff since that usually compensates for quality. Everything (quality, flavor, service) about the place felt dull. Hopefully, the bright side is this review saves someone else the calories, time and money i wasted here. read more

Pancho's Takos - Two (2) let-down al pastor tacos + lazy guac + bland salsas. Hard pass. Not returning. - Mexican Near Me - Puerto Vallarta, JAL

They absolutely have the best al pastor tacos here! They're a must! $40 pesos a taco for el pastor and the rest prices vary. Usually really busy and a 5-20 minute wait and they don't to "take away" orders. CASH ONLY!! they should consider taking credit cards for us foreigners. read more

Well I think the hype is real! Waited in line for 15 minutes. Sat and ordered immediately because staff was on point. Mrs G. ordered the Al pastor with cheese and I don't think she expecting the giant amount of food she ordered. Boy was it so tasty tasty food. A local who was in line in-front of me told me to order the grilled beef spear ribs baked with cheese. I took that nugget of advice and ordered away. All in all about 3 pounds of meat was delivered to our table and we had left overs. I was very pleased with Pancho's Takos. I'd return! read more

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Tip: if you can have early dinner pls come here around 3.50pm. The line gets longer after that. Finally checked this off the list. We don't eat pork /beef so review is based only off chicken and veg options. The service is quick. While we waited in the line they gave us a paper menu and pencil to select our options. We had the choice to get a drink while we waited in the line. I'd recommend seating outside as it can get quite stuffy and smoky inside. The dishes were good, their salsas were delicious. They have decent veg options with chili and onions. The chicken was on the drier side , but it could be prepped up with the salsa on the table. Also it's and eat in place so they don't take Togo orders. I would recommend this place if the wait is not too long. But if you decide to not wait, you are not missing out on anything exceptional. read more

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When there's always a line for your food, you know it must be really good. Well the wait was worth it. The restaurant alone is very small. Small tables inside that seats about 10 to 15 and tables outside that seats about the same amount. Hence line is always so long. And that's even before they open. Hours are later than most at 4pm till closing which is about 12 midnight. Also don't think they do takeout. They're know for their al pastor tacos as so does many places here in PV. We arrived around 8:30 pm on a Tuesday night and there was a line still. Give or take half an hour or so till we were seated. While in line, they give you an order sheet with everything they have. Give yourself time to see what you want and mark it down. We opted for the combination of 4 tacos each, a quesadilla and cheese fondue dip. Well, waiter told us that it would be a lot of food when we got seated. Ended up taking off the quesadillas which he was right. We got seated inside, it's basically what's available. Small table so if there's too much food, then there's no room for the plates. 4 main salsas and an additional was brought out which was the spicer of them all. It was good but does add the EXTRA punch. Tacos didn't take long to arrive, the steak and al pastor with everything in it. They're mini size street tacos but loaded with meat. Meat was cooked well and paired with the salsa, it was major. The Al pastor, with the pineapple added that perfect flavor to it. Everything was excellent and fresh as the meat was literally cut right in front of you. They prepare the al pastor prior to opening daily. Cheese dip came after the tacos. Which we had it with mushrooms. The melted cheese accompanied by the mushrooms and served with mini tortillas. Ended up having the dip as it as the tortilla was too much. Good thing that we ended up canceling the quesadillas as recommended by the waiter. Also, the margaritas were a hit. Seen the table next to us having one and by their reaction, we had to give it a try. Restaurant was a hit. Missed trying it last visit but made sure to experience it this time. Be prepared to stand in line as it does form even before they open. Bigger group maybe harder to get seated. Tables are along the sidewalk so they'll be pedestrian walking by. Everything does come out pretty fast which is nice. Prices are very reasonable which makes it even better. It a must if you want good tacos in PV. It also a well know place hence line is always long. read more

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Taste: 5 Value: 5 Service: 5 Best al pastor takos in Puerto Vallarta. The al pastor are juice and flavorful. They come out super hot, so don't just take a huge bite before checking the temp. The pineapple mango salsa was spicy and delicious. The special dishes where they put meat or shrooms on avocado was tasty. As was carne asada on top of cheese and potatoes. They break down the potatoes into a chunky mashed potatoes. Volcano is yummy, but hard to eat with the crunchy tortilla covered with tons of toppings. Go during off hours to reduce your wait. Cash only, so make sure to stop by an ATM nearby before you go. read more