Such a cute operation, we were shocked it wasn't busier…read more It was clean, well decorated and welcoming. The staff were quick to greet and offered decent service. The food was good and beautifully plated. The portions were on the smaller side for the price but the food was good. They could use at least 1 or 2 vegetarian options to round them out, but maybe that's not a need or demand in Anchorage. Very nice to get good Mexican while in Alaska. Not somewhere I feel I have to return to right away but I definitely would go back again.

Tacos were disappointing for my husband and I. Very runny with grease and did not come out fresh…read more It seemed precooked and not strained off. For the quality, it was overpriced. It's a good place for drinks and appetizers. I don't recommend for a "date night" dinner.

Saturday evening and this restaurant was empty! They do have a parking lot but since it was not…read morebusy plenty of spots. The place is a little outdated, but it's very colorful and it adds to the ambiance of being transported to another place. Staff was attentive and we got to choose where we wanted to sit. They had a paint night type of event that was ending when we got there and as we kept eating more and more people slowly started coming in. Portion sizes are huge....we couldn't finish our food. We took it back to our Airbnb and we repurposed and used the leftover food into new dishes for breakfast the next day. Was this the best Mexican food ever.... well no, but it wasn't horrible. I got the Chile Verde Burrito and it was good. I think that the dishes were basic and there was nothing that took it over the top. Nothing special, no different seasoning. Even though we didn't finish the food, we ordered dessert and shared. The flan.....OMG! Yes, yes, yes! I would go back for the flan. It tasted like it had coconut, but when we asked they said that it didn't. Hmmm, not a bad thing that it tasted like coconut in my world, it just elevated the taste.

It's been a long while since I've been here. In the past it was always delicious and busy, but I…read morebelieve it's been 5yr+ since my last visit I think that era of peak goodness has passed...5-6pm and it was fairly empty. We had a BOGO Free dinner coupon so we decided to give them a try again. I had the tamale and relleno combo. The tamale, rice and beans were very good. However that relleno was BAD. It tasted like mold. I ordered another tamale ala carte ATI make up for it. My partner had the chicken suizas and I thought they were good. He thought the chicken tasted like it was precooked and reheated like at another local chain (TK) so he was a little disappointed. I thought it was tasty... The margaritas are nice and strong which is a plus, but not enough to make me return. I think we will stick to our main spot in Spenard for Mexican food...

It was pretty good could've been cooked a lil longer beside that the side sauce 10/10read more

After my parents and I did the trolley tour in Anchorage, we decided to eat here for lunch since it…read morewas right there. The place is really cool inside and the service was prompt and friendly. We ordered the chicken sandwiches and the vegetarian tacos. They serve black bean soup with the sandwiches and my parents absolutely loved it. My dad even ordered a second bowl! We all really enjoyed the sandwiches as well...well cooked, seasoned and very generous portion! The veggies tacos were incredibly tasty too. We would definitely recommend this place and come back again for another taste!

Get the Machaca Burrito for Breakfast!! Half it, and make a bowl out of the other half for…read moremidnight snack. with the chips. Insanely Good. As a visitor in a hotel....this was awesome the first morning we were there. Yummmyyyyy. My college kid will be ordering every week, I'm sure of it.

Service is excellent and speed is also good. I would say it…read moremay be a bit inconsistent as far as garnishing goes. I ordered the picante burrito with carnitas. I really enjoy the idea of crema and the cojita with the pickled onions... ...sadly it was delivered without the onions. Without the cojita. And without the crema. I did not ask for them not to put it but it came without it. I would absolutely come again, the food was great but I just needed to request the toppings I thought were automatically included. The Jamaica was very good and perfect Overall I'd say they are wonderfully authentic and makes me proud to have as an option in Alaska

Updating my original review, I'm not sure what happened to them, but this place is awful. Service…read moreis just okay, restaurants are slightly dirty, and the food looks absolutely disgusting/ bad quality or expired. I will not be coming back

The fiancé and I finished a long hike and decided to reward ourselves with Mexican food. We came to…read moreXalos based on the excellent Yelp reviews (but really, the pics of birria tacos). I was expecting something more hole-in-the-wall (Mountain View has changed so much), but Xalos is an open space with lots of seating and a big menu. I couldn't decide on what to eat but went with the pork carnitas plate. Fiancé went with the birria tacos and we shared some guac and chips. You order at the counter and they bring the food out to you. The pork on mine was very tender and juicy and there was something about the flour tortilla that was different but very good. I seasoned it with their spiciest hot sauce (I could handle on its own, but accidentally ate a jalapeño right after...yikes). I honestly could have inhaled the whole plate but saved some for later. Fiancé is somewhat of a birria connoisseur, and while these weren't his favorite he enjoyed them. Xalos was a great find and good value for the price (a little over $50 for the two entrees and appetizer). I'd love to try their tacos on our next visit.

Absolutely love this place--five stars, no hesitation…read more They're cash only, and it's a small walk-in, order-your-food-and-go kind of spot. It honestly feels like a food truck, except there's a little waiting area inside where you can stand while your food is being made. Simple, no frills, and exactly how it should be. They make the best breakfast burritos in town, hands down. This is a super small, family-run business--a dad and his son--and Oscar is back there cooking everything himself. The food is fresh, consistent every single time, and you can tell it's made with real passion. He clearly loves what he does, and it shows in the quality. This is one of those places you root for. I will always, always come back.

This is good food fast! Great flavorful Mexican burritos and tacos. They also have burgers if…read moreyou're not feeling Mexican that day, lol! I have definitely returned to here. The cooks are friendly and they are all Oscar's family.

Come hungry, leave happy. Prices are good too! Lots of food and won't break your whole bank. I…read morerecommend the corn on the cob for sure, with all the yummy on it, including Tajin. The fried ice cream was bomb too. And the service was helpful and friendly. Oh and if you're wanting aguas frescas the Jamaica flavor was soooo good gang. Ok goooo!!! Try it!!

Tamarind juice was delicious. Not sure how they sourced the ingredients for the taqueria but it's…read morethe real deal! Tacos, burritos, even the refried beans were good - and I'm not normally a fan of them. Highly recommended if you're in the mood for Mexican food.

BEST MEXICAN AIN Anchorage! Authentic and delicious…read more Definitely get the guacamole The mole is complex and spicy It's decorated like true Mexican style You order at the counter and then sit down There is a salsa bar Do yourself a favor and try this out

Simply wow! Wow. This place transports you to Mexico/…read moreOaxaca. Fresh, authentic and Uncompromising flavors. We have had a lot of Mexican food on both sides of the border. their fried beans is #1. Spicy Salsas wow, slaps you , yes from the first bite, it's unbelievable they are here in Anchorage. Enchiladas, verde pollo were flavor explosions. You will have to remind yourself you are in Anchorage Alaska, when you're enjoying their delicious food and friendly caring staff. Yes the menu will be a bit challenging and they may disappear after serving you.. ;) but it's necessary for what they deliver. If they were in NY or CA, they will be minting, But of all places Anchorage gets this Treasure. Loved the food, the spice, the flavor and the freshness. Caring friendly staff. Loved it. Good luck guys. Keep up the good work.

Pancho's has consistent quality Mexican at a reasonable price you can't find elsewhere. It's been…read moremy place of choice for nearly 15 years now, and I've never had a reason to change that despite all the other Mexican restaurants that have came and went in those 15 years. Fantastic food and excellent salsa!

Panchos has decreased in quality and value in the last year or so. The last three visits have been…read moreoverpriced food in my opinion. The service is always good. My shrimp tasted awful. Like they were frozen, thawed and froze again. The sauce they simmered it in wasn't good and I'm convinced helped overcook them to a rubbery consistency. My steak was fine, but was well done vs medium rare like I ordered. I prepared myself that it likely wouldn't be cooked right, but I expected at least a little pink. I know it's not a steak house, but they cook steak for other items so I figured I'd be okay. My partner said his ranchero steak wasn't very good. He only ate it so I wouldn't feel uncomfortable eating while he waited. The meat wasn't very good he said, tasted old. He said the sauce wasn't very good either. For the rise in prices of things quality has gone down. They haven't done much for improvements - my seat had a big gash in it. Unfortunately after being a customer for many years I don't see myself returning here after 3 strikes this year of poor quality food at an inflated price. I think they should consider cutting their menu in half and really focusing on making quality dishes.