When I first walked into Pepito's, I was honestly impressed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is beautiful, the decor is inviting, and I had really high hopes for the experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Unfortunately, the customer service completely ruined it. I saw my waiter maybe four times during the entire 45 minutes I was there: when he brought my water, took my order, brought my CORRECT order, and then finally walked by 10-15 minutes after I had finished eating. I actually had to ask another employee to find him because I was sitting with the wrong food for about 10 minutes. In the end, I had to flag him down just to get my check and a to-go box. The food was decent. The street corn was absolutely delicious, but my tacos barely had any toppings. I ordered water and never received a single refill the entire time I was there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's disappointing because the ambiance and first impression gave me such high expectations.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The restaurant is beautiful, but the service was so poor that I unfortunately won't be returning. read more

Two for one Margaritas are awesome! Service was great, very friendly, attentive. Apps were excellent... calamari, ceviche... fajitas for the main course were about as you would imagine. All good!! read more

We were on vacation and wanted to celebrate cinco de mayo, this place was a short drive from our resort and so glad we found this place. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was such a fun atmosphere, one of the radio stations was there along with a mariachi band.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We got birria tacos, queso, al pastor quesadilla. So much food so much fun. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My 1 year old grandson loved the band![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The food is always great and the service was fantastic. Our server came frequently to check on us and made sure our drinks were always topped up. read more

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BAD SERVICE BAD MANAGEMENT but good food. Service didn't check on us and didn't refill our drinks. Had bad energy and bad attitude since the beginning and my server name was Diego Fonseca. If you get this food order togo DO NOT DINE IN!!! read more

Ambience [[HIGHLIGHT]]Stunning! I love the furniture, decor, lighting and flooring. The styling is contemporary.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service Our server was on the ball. She was sweet, attentive, hospitable, and knowledgeable. Food Queso and chips--10/10; some of the best we've ever had. Chicken quesadilla--6/10 All of my tacos were under seasoned. They were also crying out for accompaniments. Birria taco--8/10 Fish taco--6/10 Chorizo taco--6/10 Pork--6/10 read more

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22 dollars for a pitcher of margaritas! Pretty good deal. Staff is nice, service is good. Food was good. They do have a lunch menu, which is good because prices on the regular menu were a little pricey. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I wish they had outdoor seating as it was so nice out, but the inside was nice and had the ac blasting! Definitely won't be hot in here lol[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Jazmin took my order for House Enchiladas with ground beef. Asked for double guac on it and did not receive any. :((. However, it was delicious! A Chile relleno, ground beef enchilada with rice and beans. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was quiet and tidy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They offer a 10% military discount on food only. We thank you for your generosity!! read more

Food was pretty good, decent quality. May have been a bit pricey but it's not much. What was the problem however was the horrid service. Firstly, when getting our orders attitude was very bad. Secondly, after we got our orders they almost never checked up on us. Never get another refill of my drink and didn't ask about us at all. Then it was our birthday's, so we asked about dessert and they said they would provide us with some ice cream! How exciting, right? Well turns out no, because they simply ignored our multiple requests (including the rude manager) and simply handed us the checks. Come to find out there was a mandatory included tip of 18%. Insane. Servers shouldn't get tip that they didn't work for; it entices them to not care as much for the quality of their service. Wouldn't recommend coming to this place. (Servers name was Diego) read more

Good food. Attentive staff. Drinks were very good flights on margaritas especially. Chips and salsa were bottomless.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Food, service, and ambiance were amazing![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Their grilled chicken was I would definitely come back! Highly recommend!! read more

We came here our last night in town. Food was great but service was really lacking. Our waitress was nice but we didn't see much of her. We had the cheese dip trio for an appetizer - would definitely order again. My friend had the bean and cheese quesadilla and loved it. I had three crunchy tacos with ground beef and they had a lot of flavor, which was nice! Would come again for the food. read more

Pepito's Mexican Restaurant - Bean and cheese quesadilla and cheese dip trio - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I took my family of 6 there and the atmosphere was amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The hostess was rude just because we requested to sit outside( we are on vacation and it was a beautiful night) so not really sure what her problem was. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were finally seated outside and we were the only ones so still wasn't sure what her issue was.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Waitress was a very nice polite young lady and when she delivered our food she didn't bring my 6 year old grandson's. So we thought maybe her hands were full but she came back later to ask how everything was and I said oh I think you forgot my grandson and she proceeded to tell me that I never ordered anything for him like really I am getting old but definitely not forgetful. So she finally brought it and it was literally practically burnt chicken tenders and fries and she proceeded to tell me that she was sorry she told them to rush the order because I forgot to order his. So she went from nice and polite to this. Besides the service and the hostess the food was not even good. I think we would of had better at Taco Bell read more

Service was great, I was greeted immediately and they were very intuitive! The food was absolutely amazing. Ordered food to-go and it was prepped so nicely. Got carne asada tacos and they were stuffed with protein and individually wrapped with toppings on the side in their own containers. Definitely going back for more! read more

Fwb. Done. Was at 2pm. Got chicken chimi changa. Luke warm chimi. Lack of sauce. Beans and rice cold. Didn't get 15 %. Local discount as discussed with server. My husband's favorite restaurant. Won't be back. read more

The service was really great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is nice and clean with a great bar area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food seemed to be more Tex Mex, at least what we had. read more

You can only put so much make up on a pig.. it's still a pig. I wouldn't say my experience was horrible but compared to their old location and even to their Nicevill FL location its was bad. Im gonna start with the chips. The quality was sub par.. there was no crunch i almost felt they where stiff enough to scoop cheese dip and salsa (good btw) but as soon as you went to bite down on them they turned into this sanding no crunch kind of texture it was very unsettling. Chips need CRUNCH! Moving past apps just cause cheese dip isn't hard to mess up.. onto the entree i got the quesadilla dinner and it was the most cheese pack bland grilled chicken I've had almost as bad a Vallarta's in Perdido Key FL (1.5 hours west of here) it was just all around bland and not good. I paid $30 dollars for a tea cheese dip dinner quesadilla and felt like i was give half portions of rice and beans in a small bowl the guac salad was non existent.. rationing the sour cream if you haven't noticed. Again the plating was very good but $30 for 3 or for bites of rice and beans is kinda wild.. The service was alright my waitress was very attentive filled my tea up twice when it was low thats really about it - [[HIGHLIGHT]]the place is beautiful inside it really looks fancy and the vibes are 5 star[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] but Im there for good food not expensive light fixtures and fancy dividers on booth walls.. I'm sorry but old Pepitos on beal would be disappointed read more

Another restaurant where I didn't know how it was going to look based on the outside, but was pleasantly surprised. Definitely a mix of coastal but modern vibes inside, and I loved it. I'm always hesitant trying Mexican food being from Texas, but I was excited. Was quickly seated and ordered just as fast, our server didn't seem to really understand what we were saying but that's no fault to him (: we ordered speciality drinks, I got a mojito and it was absolutely delicious! The food was delicious too, but did get mistaken. I ordered the beef house enchiladas with red sauce but received chicken. Not a huge deal and I didn't want to correct the man, so I ate it. It was still very good for not being my first choice. My husband ordered the chicken tacos and thought they were good. Chips and salsa was pretty good imo. I love their rice and beans! I ordered to go from here two weeks later and it was still good just had to be constructed, but I rather get my food made fresh and eat at the restaurant. Maybe a little pricier than typical Mexican food but that's also probably the area too. Still, will check it out again and looking forward to it. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Pretty empty for a Tuesday night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was very quick. Everyone was kind. Food and drinks mediocre. Wouldn't go again. read more

Best Mexican food in town. Nice portions, nice presentation, staff is super helpful and friendly. Great place to go with folks from work to talk over a nice dinner. read more

The food was incredible so delicious. the service was great, kept checking on our table, very nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]and the ambiance was very pretty and modern.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely recommend we went twice in our stay!! read more

Ambiance is great. Food was bland, and based on the other reviews highly overrated! Service was ok. read more

Ordered the chimichanga, found it lacking basic seasoning and was super soggy. Service was adequate. read more

Wow the food was Delicious and so filling! Waiter was spot on and his service was exceptional will definitely return in the future.

08/07/24 I ordered the stew, very disappointing. The stew had very little vegetables (2 pieces of potato, 1 carrot, 2 zucchini, tiny piece of cabbage), the meat was very chewy and a LOT of broth. It was like soup. It tasted old, like it was made a long time ago. I won't go back there again. read more

The food and service were great! Even our picky toddler enjoyed his meal. Restaurant is nice and clean. Food is a bit pricey but you get huge portions. Would definitely eat here again! read more

The service was excellent and the food was great we didn't have to wait for anything and I mean anything! The restaurant was very clean even the bathroom that's a big plus for me. The only thing I've had an issue with is the front counter hostess I don't know who hurt those girls but they are straight up rude! Hope they learn to respect all customers that come through, they're the first people we see when we walk in and first impressions mean more than they know. That's why I'm giving four starts instead of five other than the brats up front this place is excellent. read more

Never again!! Dined there for the first time Friday night. Ordered shrimp nachos, comes on a small plate for $18 and taco plate. Neither come with sour cream, they charge you extra for sour cream!! Margaritas are expensive too. One and done!! read more

Wings, coconut shrimp shrimp enchiladas and shrimp salad. Outstanding. Service some little dodgy Russian fellow also outstanding.

We had a great dinner here with 6 people. Everyone was happy with their food. Service was very good. The premium margarita pitcher was delicious. Very happy. read more

Very good food and atmosphere, super clean and a great waiter. All around good meal. Also well decorated

The food was good. The ambiance was nice. The service was horrible. I've gotten better service at a fast food restaurant. The hostess was an ass as well when I had to get the check and to go boxes from the front. Spending over $100 comes with certain expectations and they failed. read more

I had hoped for more. My wife really liked her street tacos, but she couldn't say the same for her street corn. An order was two ears. They were slathered with sour cream, but other than they had literally no spice. The choriqueso was interesting, but i wouldn't order it again. I had the seafood enchiladas. The shrimp had that smell that says I'm not really as fresh I could be, and rather than covered in a cheese sauce, what was on them was mostly sour cream. They were not great. I would have liked to try one of their margaritas, but as a small starts at 12.99 I had to pass. For $69 with only one draft beer it seems overpriced. read more

Came here by mistake, but glad we did. Got lost and ended up just picking a place. Quesadilla was really good and the service was fast and waiter nice. The chips were fresh and the salsa was pretty good. Hubby got the fajitas which he said were good. I was feeling a margarita, so tried a small house one, wow, strong, but really good. Perfect end to the day. read more

8:04 66 Where can I start... Thave never felt so disrespected by a restaurant employee which in this case is the "manager" Gabrielina, the most unprofessional, arrogant and disrespectful staff member. This is my first and last time going to this place. The manager made me feel like I was trying to steal food or get more food without paying. I ordered the Calamari appetizer and 80% of the plate was breaded jalapeños. Gabrielina came to our table (party of 10) to actively argue and acuse me of eating half of my plate when I told one of the staff members that there was a pretty small portion of Calamari in my plate when it was brought to the table (I did took a couple of pieces, but not what she said. The fact that she did not tried to de escalate the situation and also wrong profiled our party made me write this review. Gabrielina mocked my boss who was sitting next to me because she had never worked in the restaurant industry before. Gabrielina clapped her hands when I told her that I might never come back to the restaurant and said "I'm glad". I felt harassed and embarrassed in front of everyone. I've never felt like that in a restaurant before. Other than that, the restaurant is beautiful, the food is good and the staff other than the manager, is amazing. Robert Calimano read more