My husband loves this restaurant as a lunch spot. The food is authentic, the waitstaff is kind, and it is inexpensive. Today I got the chicken and cheese papusas. They are $1.75 per papusa, and two is more than enough for a meal. The bar is also great, and fairly inexpensive, so Don Pedro's is great for a cheap date. Our tab was only $20. read more

Don Pedro's - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This place falls into a sweet spot between typical sit-down Mexican restaurants that mostly cater to non-latinos and an authentic salvadoran dive. The inside features a bar, some booths, and even a pool table. The clientele has always been exclusively latino when I've been, and most of the servers speak limited English, but the vibe is completely welcoming. Everything is made to order so it can take some time (15 minutes on average), but I've never had a better pupusa. They're crispy on the outside and chewy soft on the inside. All of the combos of chicken and bean with cheese are phenomenal. They're so crazy cheap too: $1.75 a pop! I'd give this place five stars if they music weren't so often so loud that you can feel the beat in your chest. Order take out or bring ear plugs if you want to dine in. If you're looking to party though then this is your spot. I've seen some of the guys at the bar ask a waitress to dance and they cha cha-ed there way around the place! read more

Don Pedro's - Combo #12: pupusa, burrito, taco, rice & beans - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Don Pedro's looks like and iffy place from the outside and not much to brag about from the inside which, upon entering, instead of immediately seeing the dinning area you are confront with a bar, most likely with someone playing a noisy video machine and a pool table. Indeed, I had my doubts about the place thinking that my stop here wasn't such a good idea. However, I decided to stay and I'm glad I did. The food turned out to be the real thing as in authentic Mexican. The service was very good and the place appears ultra clean, orderly, well managed and well organized. They also make a very good margarita read more

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I don't like writing these to start off, but this placed just lost a loyal customer ,due to the unprofessionalism of the server that handled my order. My girlfriend went to pick up the order and they almost forgot her drink, and when she check her food they gave the wrong order and blamed her for not giving her order correctly. And we told her that if she didn't have the music so loud and talking to other people while taking our order she would of heard us better. Then she laughed and told us to stop being dramatic over an order. But the best part was when they charged us $80.75 for a ordered that was only suppose to be $20.75. luckily we checked our bank account after we paid. I will never ever EVER EVER come back!!! SMH!!!! This is so sad because i like to support small business but this is one small business that wont be taking my money anymore!!! Thank You Marlen ! read more

We love this place! Great food, service, and nice covered outdoor seating. The seats outside are not very comfortable but aside from that it's A+. read more

Love coming here, they never disappoint! The food is always delicious and it always feels like home. I've always gotten the pupusas de arroz and they always hit the spot, and the few times I've tried the other dishes I've loved them too!! Don't expect to have a normal dine-in experience. Seat yourself, call for the waiter/waitress if you need them. read more

I found this restaurant when I was looking for a halfway meet-up with my co-workers that's between Petersburg and Richmond. I've been here twice and has now become a favorite of mine for authentic latin american fare. Chips and salsa is served generously and is of course, free. The menu is extensive with a lot more choices that one won't usually find in other latin american restaurants in Richmond. I had the fried tilapia served with beans and rice and on my second visit a few days ago, ordered two pupusas (one chicken, one pork) , a plate of fried plantains, and corn on the cobb served in their own style (cream, parmesan cheese and ketchup). The place is divey and usually plays loud music but the food here is great and cheap too. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

Today I landed up in this out of the hustle bustle place which takes you back in time. Its a peaceful place with a general sitting for may be 30-40 people max. It also has a lotto machine and a pool table if you would like to have a hand at it. The light native music augmented the experience. The staff is generous and courteous, the service is bit slow, who cares! We were served with loads of nachos and free refills while we waited for our food to arrive. The salsa served along is super fresh. Food was good, portions were sufficient, beer was served cold and we had a jolly time. This place also has lots of El Salvador artifacts hanging around on walls to add to the theme. read more

Authentic Mexican tacos and they are awesome! This is a real Mexican restaurant. Friendly place better if you can speak a little Spanish but no necessary. Be prepared for loud, upbeat Mexican music in the background. Clean, good service, good food and the menu is simple. Chips and salsa is fresh. If you like basic Mexican food you must try it. If you are a local they are located near Defense General Supply at Bellwood on Jeff Davis Highway in the old Planters Peanut Store but do look for Mr. Peanut because he's been gone for a long time. read more

There should be a zero star. My wife and I tried this place three times. It is very nearby. the food was good. service was good. there was a language barrier. however, is that not what you expect? The rub. The reason for two stars. each time we ate there Montezuma's Revenge visited us the following morning. The mexican-american we eat today in central Virginia is typically made from groupings of sauces. the sauces are simmered all day and require monitoring of time and temperature. failure to do so results in a visit from Montezuma. Good restaurants follows scientific procedure to keep you full, happy, and safe. this restaurant does not follow that philosophy. Good procedure cost money and reduces profit. if you want to look at it that way. Eat here at your own risk. like I said, the food is good. the longer you simmer it the better it gets. but you have to know how to simmer it so it doesn't make someone sick. read more

The food was great very authentic and cooked to order. I have no complaints and can't wait to eat there again and try more menu items even if it's the beef tongue. read more

Loud music. No one seated us we had to find a seat at some old plastic table had to get are menu are selves. Then some one came over to move are chairs so not to block waitress walk way.Place was packed but more like a big private hang out not a restaurant. No one was really eating just drinking. And Big language barrier if you don't speak Spanish. Also didn't smell well. We sat and sat and sat for about 15 minutes and no one even came over to us. No water nothing. But the waitress kept walking by us. So after waiting and no service we left. Would not recommend this place at all. Would give it a no star but can't have to give it something. Will never go there again. read more

this place is a gem and if Richmond doesn't start supporting it, you will be sorry. Family places like this are a rarity for Mexican restaurants. I can't add anything to what people have said. The food was great. Yeh, its music is loud, but it is really different latin music so we opened a couple Corona's and enjoyed it. The guac was terrific, we had a chicken fajita dinner, and a chicken chimichanga. Everything was as good as it gets. My chimichanga, especially as the breading was as light as a feather. My wife's fajita was excellent and we had to bring half of it home. Very nice portions. The chips and salsa were excellent. Had to force ourselves not to indulge. The waitress didn't seem to understand everything we said the first time, so be patient if you don't speak spanish. She was very nice and helpful. The owner too was very nice and made the rounds at the table. Prices are very fair given the quality of the food. Please Richmond, support this place so we can revisit on our next travels. read more

The food was great with very fresh ingredients. The best vegetarian burrito I've had at a Mexican restaurant.

Stopped in at don Pedro's after a 6 hour drive in from south Carolina. I was accompanied by a delicious 26 year old co-worker named Rudy. We ate chips and salsa, our eyes playing table tennis with each other in anticipation of our meal. The waiting was making my tastebud muscles quiver relentlessly. I ordered the Carmel asada chimichanga, he selflessly ordered combination number 12. We added two beers to our flavorful mix, sipping on them with aplomb. We had to ask for limes, apparently in el Salvador you drink beer minus the limes, dull and without flair. I can't understand the music, but it is full of life and I want to dance but don't, i fear the reactions of the staff. 2nd basket of delicious chips and salsa arrived, making me crave even more! All kidding aside our food came out hot and delicious with great service I highly recommend!!! read more

A hidden gem! It's not much to look at, but the food was THE BEST Mexican food I've had (and I've had a lot! ) Everything tasted so fresh and authentic. The sour cream must be homemade- I've never had anything like it! The best part was that as we were leaving, a sweet mexican-grandmother type woman came to check on us... the owner, perhaps? Do yourself a favor, and try this place today! ! read more

Love this place! Always stop here on our trip back to New York from FL. The guacamole is the freshest and best i have ever had. Tried the combo 12 platter. The pupusa was to die for, rice was exceptional, and pork tacos freshly made with succulent pork. Try the Suprema brand beer. Deliciosa! The enchilada made with cheese was also tasty. You cant beat the price either. Hubbie had the beef and shrimp burritos. He is hard to please and said they were filled with lots of tasty beef and seasoned fresh shrimp. If you like authentic and homemade, this is the place. Not your Chipotle Grill! read more

We loved Don Pedro's . It was authentic Mexican. Great music and fun. They even made sure we had an English server. The service was exceptional read more

We stopped by and had great hospitality and amazing authentic food. We got 2 shots, a beer and i got their shrimp n chicken (accidently gave me steak but without hesitation they corrected my order) n my hubby got a burrito...sooo good! This is our new spot read more

Great authentic food, friendly service, clean restrooms. The food was delicious and cooked to order. If you like real homestyle Mexican food I highly recommend you eat at Don Pedro's Mexican restaurant you will not be disappointed. read more

Don Pedro's is litterally around the corner from where I work. I love coming during lunchtime because they aren't super busy (it's more of a bar setting... So I have a feeling they get a lot more traffic in the evening). The food is delicious and authentic! And of course, you can always judge a Mexican restaurant by the chips and salsa... Which are delicious here! Overall, I was very satisfied and I will be back :) read more

Read the other reviews and decided to try this place out. My mother and I both ordered the #12 combo that came with an enchilada, a taco, a pupusa, and rice and beans. The beans were all liquid with only a few beans and a bad taste. The rice was decent and the best thing on the plate. The "enchilada" was hardly edible and the tacos were bland. The pupusa was undercooked and disgusting. Don't waste your time eating here. Also, we were greeted by two women wearing dresses that were not only extremely short, but also unflattering and inappropriate for a restaurant. read more

The food there is amazing! Especially the papusas! The customer service is great and the music there is really nice. I go there a lot to eat and do some work because they have free wifi! The restaurant it self doesn't look fancy but the food there definitely changed my opinion about the restaurant! I come there almost every day for lunch and basically order the same thing! Now Don Pedro's did have an accident on the side of the restaurant with a car accident but they have fixed and it looks great. They are also adding a porch for birthday parties! I can't wait until they start!! read more

Delicious food. We ate there and I was surprised with the taste. The shrimp had a real good taste and carne asada was delicious. The waiter was a little rude but still good place to go eat. I definitely go back again. It was worth the money . :-) read more

You know how, when your traveling, and tired of all the usual...etc to eat. My wife checked a few reviews on Yelp, saw something different at Don Pedro Llc, and said....hey it's only a few miles away. So, as a dutiful husband, I went in search of Don Pedro Llc, to bring the goodies back to the hotel. WOW! After looking at thousands of corporate driven, same old model of food, I was very pleased with the look and reception at Don Pedro's. I met the owner and her son, we ordered chicken fajitas, chips with salsa, thanked them and left. But, would the food be good, better. The place looked authentic, but what about the food? Folks.....quick, go to Don Pedro Llc ( not to be confused with the other Don Pedro, hence the Llc) The fajitas were outstanding, the rice and beans ....particularly the beans, were great....and the chips with salsa had a crispness and taste unlike we have tasted in years...reminds us of REAL AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD! HURRY!!! read more