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.

Located in the heart of Eagle River, this locally owned Mexican restaurant has authentic regionally…read moreMexican food. Ambiance - 4.25 Stars the building is modern, open, and airy. It has two floors and an outside patio with a lot of tables, booths, chairs, and benches. It has a full service bar with a decent selections for your vocations and they make Mocktails too. The 1st floor is the main dining area and to the outdoor patio. If it is sunny and warm, I highly encourage you to sit outside to soak up the Alaskan "rays". There are three different areas with fireplaces for additional warmth in the cooler days. The Mexican decorations are tastefully done and some of the art have been made by some of the employees. There is a wooden metal horse made with driftwood and light tin. As you walk upstairs, a beautiful mural is hand painted by a local artist. Also, there is an elevator for people who can't use the stairs; a wonderful addition. Staff: 4 Stars The staff were friendly, professional, respectful and helpful. We were greeted and seated to our tables. Our server assisted our large group of 8. We arrived after 1:30 and were seated in area where it was a tight because one family member is disabled and has an electric wheelchair. The staff were very accommodating and were able to created our table seating environment. Food: 4 Stars As mentioned earlier, this restaurant curates authentic regional Mexican food. You can actually taste the spices, proteins, fresh veggies and the freshly made salsa. There are too many Mexican restaurants that accommodates our "American" preference when it comes to seasoning or "bland" flavors and the food doesn't taste great. Or it covered in queso. The chefs / cooks here, are doing a wonderful job in bringing the real Mexican flavor back. Mucho gracias! Now for the food: 1. Chicken Chipotle Bowl: 4 Stars - $27.00 - a blend of chipotle and spices with grilled chicken, bacon, onions and bell peppers, over our home style rice, beans and three flour tortillas. 2. Lunch Portion - Carne Asada Tacos (2) $18.50 - large corn tortilla filled with carne asada (beef), red onions, pickled onions, and cilantro. Comes rice and beans. The beef was juicy, seasoned well, and flavorful. The corn tortilla is slight cook with oil to make them slightly malleable to hold the amount of beef and items. The frijoles (beans) weren't truly puree so you can taste some of the chunky beans. The rice was good and not overcooked. 3. Lunch Portion - Chicken Flautas. (2) $16.00 with rice and beans. The frijoles (beans) weren't truly purée and you can taste the beans. The two large Flautas were filled with chicken and deep fried tortilla were crispy. The chicken flavorful and tender. You taste the seasoned chicken. 4. Amazing Tacos - 4.5 Stars $24.00 Grilled steak and chorizo on five mini corn tortillas with grilled onions, raw onions, cilantro and fresh lime. Does not come with rice and beans. Additional $6 charge for it. So a $30 dish. Pretty expensive. 5. Steak and Chicken Fajita Combo $28.99. 4 Stars. It is a sizzling skillet with onions, and bell and or sweet peppers. Three flour tortillas, guacamole, pico de gallo, lime wedges and sour cream is provided. 6. Carne Asada Burrito - 4.25 Stars $19.99 A flour tortilla filed with grilled steak, rice, and cheese. Covered in green sauce and guacamole. Beans and rice is a $6 extra. This burrito is pretty large. It was plated on the largest plate especially when you add the beans and rice. The burrito with then salsa verde was flavored and seasoned really well. Be ready to unbuckle a notch or two on the pants. You may need to be rolled out. Desserts: We shared the following. 1. Flan - 3.75 Stars - A really good Mexican flan. You can taste the Mexican vanilla bean and custard were cooked well and evenly. Sweeter than the Churros. Served w whipped cream and fruit. 2. Churros - 4 Stars - The freshly made churros were fried and covered in cinnamon, sugar, and served w dollop of fruit and whipped cream. 3. Fried Ice Cream - 3.75 Stars The sweetest of the desserts we tasted. A large helping of vanilla ice cream rolled in crushed cornflakes, then deep fried. It was covered with a raspberry jelly syrup and served in a flour tortilla shell drizzled with honey. All were good and the range in sweetness. Price: 3.25 Stars - it is at a higher end at this restaurant. Be prepare to spend some $$. Also, don't ask for extra chips and salsa, unless you are ready pay an extra $6 after the 1st complimentary bowl of chips and salsa. I highly recommend this place and if you can't make it to Eagle River, which you need to, there is another location on Old Seward in Anchorage. Enjoy!

The BEST con queso!!!! Quick and easy! Comfortable space!…read more Great service! Cold beer! Clean!!

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.

They have a lot of bad reviews but the food is amazing. Just came from Texas and the tacos here are…read morefire. I ordered 8. The horchata is good will be returning. Saben buenos los pinches taquitos. This place is a hidden Gem. For being in Alaska I'd say the food is pretty authentic.

This is not birria tacos where are the red colors and cheese, does not understand own menu. Not…read morerecommended.

The Al Pastor burrito is amazing the quality is really good. It is a little pricey for a burrito…read morebut I don't mind it because it tastes really good. It is seasoned well the burrito holds together well. One of the best burritos I've had in Anchorage

Staff was super friendly, food was great. It was empty but for one other dude ordering a to go on a…read moreTuesday at 645 ish. It was prepped quick and was still warm when we got home. I got a rice bowl and wife got a taco salad. I'll be back again for sure.

We got take out. I love that their dishes are so tasty. A good quantity and not overpriced.read more

My husband went to the once number one Mexican food place Taco King and when he asked for Molcajete…read morethey said they didn't have it. Then he asked for chicken fajitas. They said they don't have it. They sent him home with a to go box full of mush and another with a little bit of beans and a little bit of rich and grilled chicken FOR FIFTY DOLLARS!!!! DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY! GO TO GALLOS INSTEAD WHERE YOU HAVE A LARGE BUNCH OF CHOICES FOR FOOD AND ITS MADE TO ORDER AND DELICIOUS AND CHEAPER AAAAND BIGGER PORTIONS!!!!

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.

Is El Green Go's "authentic"? Hell no!…read more Is El Green Go's the best Mexican-style food in Anchorage? Hell yes! While I live within walking distance of the OG, foodcart location, and probably won't be visiting this one very often: I am so proud of them for finally have a brick and mortar location! I know it's something they've been working hard on for a while now. This is my favorite type of restaurant, one that is near-mythical in how hard it is to find: it's actually a secret BBQ joint. What do I mean? I mean it's a place that cooks meats with care, low-and-slow, for the purpose of making amazing tacos and burritos. More places like this, please!

Trivia: The meat here is cooked via what delicious practice? (They have brisket on the menu if that…read morehelps) Jiving music fills the space which barely distracts from the very excitable conversations and general feel of happiness that permeates the space. There is a limited variety of drinks available outside of the soda, but the signage and wall of taps say beer is coming soon. I will say that the Mineragua sparkling water is quite refreshing. Maybe even better than *gasp* Topo Chico. The chips and salsa were good. But either the salsa I received isn't the spicy salsa, or their spicy salsa isn't spicy. But the tomato forward, slightly chunky salsa is quite tasty. So listen...that first bite is going to be magic as soon as the smoke touches your nostrils. The tastebuds will simply confirm the superior flavor milliseconds later.