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    Pancheros Mexican Grill - Cedar Rapids 1st Ave

    2.1 (70 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 10:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    PANCHEROS MEXICAN GRILL - CEDAR RAPIDS 1ST AVE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Very bussing food. It made me very happy to eat. Basically made me bust afterwords. Highly recommend eating here.

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    Kyle L.

    Ordered a burrito bowl online, $11 and y'all gave me half rice, half beans and like 2 scoops of sour cream. I worked at panch for 2 years so I know the portions. Get it together

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    Timothy S.

    This was literally the worst Pancheros I've ever had. The cheese was a semi-solid orange instead of yellow and smells rancid. The food was literally inedible. My family used to enjoy eating here, but I will never order from this place again.

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    5 years ago

    Without a doubt the worst chicken quesadilla I have ever had. It makes the Taco Bell quesadilla look loaded. Never coming back

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    Workers are terrible, and there is absolutely no communication between the staff while making the food

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    The food was fresh and great! The customer service even better! Thanks! We are from Chicago and wish we had one there!!!

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    Adelitas Mexican Grill - Six oysters on the half shell with shrimp ceviche. Yum!

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    3.7(114 reviews)
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    Adelitas offers a decent selection of authentic Mexican dishes. The customer service was excellent…read moreand friendly. The chips and salsa was good to start off with while you wait for your food. The one negative things is that my soft shell taco was cold. The portion of food was amazing and a lot for the price you paid. The location of the restaurant is easy to get to and very inviting once you're inside. I will be back to try other dishes.

    I recently visited Adelitas Mexican Restaurant in Cedar Rapids after hearing that they made their…read moretortillas in-house. Sadly, when I inquired about this before ordering, the server looked at me as if I was asking something outlandish and nonchalantly remarked, "We've never done that - there isn't ANY restaurant around here that has the people to do that." This set the tone for an experience that was a mixed bag. Service: Service-wise, I was left wanting. Not only did the server's dismissive response about the tortillas disappoint me, but I also encountered another hiccup when it came to payment. After we had already paid with a debit card, we were informed that ANY sort of card used was subject to a 4% service fee. This felt like a hidden charge that should have been communicated upfront. Another minor issue was the lack of drink refills. My guest ordered a soda and was never offered a refill or asked if they needed anything else. I only ordered water for lunch and was disappointed to be offered a single refill when our food was initially brought by someone other than our server. My cup sat empty for over half an hour while we finished our meal. Food Quality: The food at Adelitas was reasonably tasty but nothing extraordinary. While their flavors were acceptable, their menu offerings of only shredded chicken and ground beef options as protein fillings fall drastically short of what I consider "industry standard." I'm not saying everyone has to have a barbacoa pit out back, but at least having a chicken breast or steak option would be nice. I will say, I did appreciate their lunch special, where you can get two choices that included tacos, chimichangas, burritos, etc., and a very well-made tamale (with your choice of sauces - and they allowed me to substitute in their queso sauce). Atmosphere: Adelitas scores well on cleanliness and location. The restaurant is well-located and offers a cozy, family-friendly environment that makes it a great spot for a quick meal. The interior is clean and spacious, with decor that is vibrant and reflective of the restaurant's Mexican theme, creating a lively and enjoyable dining experience. Outdoor seating is also available for those who prefer it. **Overall Experience:** While Adelitas Mexican Restaurant is a decent choice for a quick lunch on this side of town, my overall experience left much to be desired. With so many better options not only in Cedar Rapids but also in the surrounding neighborhoods, I personally won't be heading back to this particular restaurant anytime soon. For those considering a visit, it might be worth a try if you're in the area and need a quick bite. However, be prepared for potential service issues and hidden fees.

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