I made my order here as I was craving tacos on a Saturday and this was the only place that was open at the time I needed. I've seen the business advertised on a bbc show with Ainsley before so always knew about it, but this was my visit visit. Walked around the Arndale market to see about the place and it looks really good ... a proper street food authentic Mexican unit with all the ingredients on display, a cabinet full of hot sauces and chilli sauces and authentic Mexican items. It was great. I made my order through deliveroo to collect as I'm always a bit shy when ordering at a new place for the first time .. so order to collect on an app is perfect for me. I ordered the chicken tinga tacos (which were corn tacos so gluten free) and added tofu (for a cost) and had free toppings of soured cream, cheese, chipotle sauce and salad, and a bag of tortilla chips. The order came in an awesome branded paper bag and it was huge. The tacos were at the bottom and looking inside the bar, I didn't realise how big the tortilla chip bag was The food was great ... the container was filled to the brim and was so delicious. The salad was crunchy and fresh, the chicken came in big chunks and was delicious, the tofu was the best tofu I've ever had and they had rice on the tacos too. 10/10 would go back and recommend to anyone .. I need to try the burritos or burrito bowls next time .. or just have one of everything as it was so good .. and in the city centre too so if you're around and you want authentic, delicious, fresh Mexican food .. this is the place. (They even sell merch of the shop and things like Mexican wrestling masks and tomatillos and so much more) read more

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The first time I went to Pancho's I wasn't so sure about it but I loved my burrito today - pork and lime which was an unusual and delicious flavour. It's noticeable how different the filling is from the identikit Chipotle-style burrito places elsewhere - I'm not sure if this is actually more authentic but it sure is a nice change. Will be back. Just a note that the first time I didn't like the burrito so much because the sauce in the pork I had was quite watery which made the whole burrito soggy - so take a quick look at the meat options to eliminate that one if that doesn't sound good! read more

Been here a couple times and each time had the Pulled Pork Economy Meal deal - for £3.99. You get 8" burrito with rice, salsa verde and refried beans. Quite a good deal I think and a reasonable sized lunch. The burrito tastes good. Nice flavour. You get about 3 different options for the meal deal but if you just go for a burrito (no deal), you get choice of several different fillings. I will need to try them soon I think!! read more

Pancho's Burritos - Mexican Near Me - Manchester, XGM

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This place has such great flavor! I finally found a place in England where we can have something that is ACTUALLY SPICY WITH GOOD FLAVOR. We have been dying that we haven't been able to get mexican food, but this place did it for us! We got tacos and a burrito. Tacos had: Chicken w/ cactus leaves (mild) Chicken (spicy) Jackfruit (vegetarian) - Pinto beans + onions + cilantro + little cheese + guac + salsa + pico de gallo Burrito had: Chicken w/ cactus leaves (mild) - Rice + black beans + onions + cilantro + little cheese + guac + salsa + pico de gallo Everything was DELICIOUS & they were very decent sized. However, because it was so juicy and tender, our tortillas were slightly falling apart when eating so we ending up just using a fork to eat the inside. Very filling and again, very tasty! I'd definitely come back. read more

Ahhhh Pancho's, you wonderful Mexican delight you! Pancho's for me is by far one of the best food stalls in Manchester Arndale Market, if not one of the best Mexican vendors in the UK! I know, big statement, but here's why: 1. Their ingredients are fresh and prepared daily - this might seem obvious but you can genuinely taste it especially when devouring a XL burrito! 2. The owner, Enrique, is a delight and very proud of Pancho's and the food he serves! Plus he's got a winning smile! 3. The Guacamole - so god damn good! Ask for double helpings, in fact ask for triple! If you're a guaca lover, like me, you will not be able to get enough! 4. The Beef! Not to be a creature of habit but I will hardly ever stray from a Burrito filled with their shredded beef and all the trimmings - every mouthful is a taste revelation and I just cannot get enough (when at home in Manchester). I'd also definitely recommend giving their nachos a try and don't miss out on their daily lunch deals! I still await a burrito to rival its authenticity and my enjoyment of it but continue to scout I will! read more

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Mexican food is something that I love so I was excited to be taken to Panchos Burritos in Andale market for today's lunch. I went for the large chicken burrito that was filled with white rice, beans, onions, salad and guacamole. It was packed full to the point of being more of a ball when it was rolled, obviously I was not complaining and took a seat to tuck in. As well as burritos we also had a portion of nachos to share that were served with salsa and guacamole. All of the food was great, my personal favorite part of the meal was the hot sauce that was sparingly put onto the burrito, it was smokey and peppery giving the meal just the right amount of kick. I would have liked a load more but with how carefully it was put on I was worried to ask for extra before tasting it first. A lesson learnt for next time! I love this kind of place and getting amazing food from a local market. I would definitely eat here again....and again....and again. Probably for the best that I am on my way back to Birmingham today!! read more

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You know those places where you don't want to tell too many people about just in case popularity ruins them...this is one of those places! I'm writing this wondering if I'm actually going to hit post at the end Wow what a burrito, I'd go as far to wager that they are the best this side of the Atlantic, I had a pretty good one in San Francisco that was 2lbs in weight (yes of course I finished it). These are not quite as big as that but perfectly portioned for around the £6-7 mark for a burrito and none of that crap about extras like guacamole costing you more, just one price based on the main filling and then fill your boots (not literally, that would be weird) with all of the other adages. I highly recommend the pork, lamb and beef...but that said I'd probably stretch that too everything if I tried everything, sadly I don't get into town enough to eat here. They even have vegan options, so you can bring that fussy vegan friend along (j/k). Anyway...do I press post, I'm a giving kinda guy so yeah I guess I will read more

One of the few places you can get a decent burrito in Manchester! I book marked Panchos a long one ago and have only just made it there today. It was worth the wait. I couldn't decide what I wanted but plumped for the express meal deal with a burrito, rice and beans for £3.99. A word of warning - this was an ok portion for me at linch time but it was really not lot of burrito overall and the amount of meat filling they put in was tiny. The small drizzle of sauce they put over the rice was also far too little and I couldn't taste it at all. I ordered the pulled pork and said yes to sour cream and hot sauce. I was disappointed by the tiny, tiny squirt of sour cream and I couldn't tell it was in there at all when I ate it. The flavour was still great though and I really enjoyed my lunch. I'd definitely go again but maybe read the whole menu and try something bigger. read more

Pancho's Burritos - Pulled pork express lunch deal - not a huge amount of food - Mexican Near Me - Manchester, XGM

In the surprisingly great food hall in the Arndale Centre, where lots of independent traders try and tempt people away from eating at Nando's, there are some awesome alternative options for your lunching times. Pancho's Burrito's is a small counter selling tasty and spicy Mexican wraps. Personally, I always go for the tortilla chips and guacamole dip. It only costs £1.99 and they're mega tasty. Like what you're eating? Then you can also buy some authentic Mexican cooking ingredients from Pancho's Burrito's as well and try making something tasty at home. Furthermore, Pancho (if that really is the name of the guy serving) is dead friendly. Good times. read more

Pancho's Burritos - Mexican Near Me - Manchester, XGM

Situated within the arndale MARKET food court (NOT just the arndale food court where KFC is) which I find is an excellent foodie hub for some of my favourite eateries. Pancho's Burritos are so popular, that they have 2 outlets here! And it's needed, they're very busy at lunch times. Offering differing sizes, types of burritos with a host of different arrangements of fillings it always hits the spot. They're so friendly and the service is quick and efficient. I'm a pancho's fan! read more

This place is a proper old school Mexican burrito spot, it just screams culture. It's nestled away in the Arndale Food Market although I believe they've opened up a restaurant on Oxford Road, which I'm sure is a massive hit with the students! I had the XL Chipotle Beef Burrito, and with it, pinto beans, rice, cheese, sour cream, guacamole - thats pretty damn adventurous for me when we're talking Burritos! All in all, Pancho's is a really great Burrito stand/stall and it feels very very authentic when you're there. My friends and I were all stuffed full after and it went down perfectly with the traditional Mexican soda options they have! There are some really great spots in the Arndale Food Market but Pancho's is right up there! read more

Pancho's, you were so apologetic that you had no more spicy wedges and guacamole left that you gave me free chips and salsa. Oh how I love thee. And those burritos just get better and better. read more

On my occasional lunchtime jaunt to the Arndale Food Market I always walk past Pancho's, finding it oddly intimidating. As I was in the Arndale on Friday (well can you think of anything more thrilling to do on your day off) I ventured that we should push the boat out and go for a burrito. I can see this swiftly becoming my Friday treat lunch of choice. My pork in lime burrito was delicious, maybe a shade more expensive than some of the market's other offerings but truly it could have kept me full all weekend. Just the right amount of heat, with a delicious lime flavour coming through. Staff were helpful and friendly and the whole operation was very slick. Pancho's is sure to get my business above Barburrito. read more

It's simply average: there's nothing particularly bad about the food here, and the service is friendly enough, but it's hardly something you'd go out of your way for. Everything seemed fresh enough, and prices are reasonable, and it'll fill you up. But you won't be writing to anybody about it. One day, there'll be a genuinely good Mexican place in Manchester. Until then, this and Barburrito will do. read more

Wow! This was just what I needed. I was skeptical based on the location off the mall in the market, but the great Yelp reviews persuaded me and boy was I glad! I went for the pork and cactus enchiladas - they were tacos and not baked enchiladas but we're bursting with flavour. The corn tortillas were dipped in amazing green chilli sauce, filled generously with the pork, and topped off with lettuce, classic guacamole, and salsa. It was as authentic as you'll get over here and was such delicious comfort food! The three enchiladas were really generously filled for £5.99 and I went for the meal deal for £6.99 with chips and salsa and a drink which ended up being a lot of food for one. I'd highly recommend it! I went on a Saturday at lunchtime and it was pretty busy to try to find a seat but I did get one which was good. read more

This review is a follow-on from my review of Barburrito. (see http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/barburrhttp://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/barburrito-manchesterito-manchester=). There I suggested that there was no alternative to Barburrito in the centre. Well, better than an alternative is a substitute. Pancho's Burritos is sneakily located in the Arndale Food Market (which contains a very choice fresh-fish market and a brazilian cafe). The Food A 'standard issue' burrito is largely the same as that of Barburrito Meat, beans, cheese, lettuce and sour cream. Whilst the ingredients are, like BarBurrito, freshly made and of high quality the overall taste and feel could not be more different. The Burrito, or 'little donkey' is not a pretentious or boutique food, and in this respect Pancho's Burritos is the authentic local substitute to BarBurrito. The burritos really taste homemade (and the portion is by far more generous). The Venue The Arndale food market contains many unusual food stalls. This is just another ordinary stall, it is a less natural place for a business lunch. It gives pancho's burritos a real sense of latin wackiness, which is no doubt confirmed by the option of a shot of tequila with your burrito (for a supplementary £1.50). However, if you are tired of the frenetic waves of people storming around the arndale, this is indeed a sneaky corner to hide away in. Conclusion There is a real emphasis here on personal service, on popularizing mexican cuisine and of selling imported south american products with which customers are encouraged to try and cook at home with. This is a refreshing change from the corporate conveyorbelt culture of BarBurrito, where a more "we sell the burritos and you buy the burritos" mindset is implied. The burritos here are certainly more authentic, but they are not self-assured. They do taste superior (in my opinion), but whether they are a superior choice to BarBurrito depends on your mentality. If your looking to sit in a silly corner of a large food market eating a spicy homemade burrito (as they happily do across southamerica) then Pancho's is your place. If you want a business lunch, or convenient snack in a premium environment (think a funky restaurant a la IKEA) to have southamerican food for the first time then BarBurrito is your place. At the end of the day Pancho's is tastier and more authentic, but BarBurrito is more upmarket and established. Happy little donkey munching! read more

I must confess that, whilst I knew there was a market area here, I didn't know the full extent of the food offering available at the Arndale. Of course, I'd seen the chain offerings inside the actual centre proper but I'd never really been through the little indy stall area. That said, being hungry and in the Arndale and having heard good things about Pancho's Burritos I decided to check it out. First off, I was amazed at the range of meaty fillings available. Having been to a well-known chain burrito place previously where the offerings were somewhat limited, this posed a problem as I am notoriously indecisive. In the end I went for an XL Chipotle Pulled Pork burrito, on a tomato tortilla, with all of the toppings* and some of the chipotle chilli salsa to round it off. The guy who served me was incredibly helpful and friendly, especially when it came to suggesting that I go for the XL - as I originally asked for just L - as the price difference was tiny, and also with regards to the more unusual inclusion of cactus leaves in the salad. All I can say is OMG. Easily the best burrito I've had in a while. The meat was hot, the salad was cool and crisp, the heat from the chipotle was great without being overpowering and the filling wasn't scarce either - there was a good amount of pulled pork in there alongside all the other goodness. Their prices are also super reasonable; my burrito was £5.80 which for the size of it I'd say was a bargain. They do a meal deal as well which I think is £6.99, which includes nachos and a drink, but I didn't go for that on this occasion. It's places like Pancho's that make me wish I worked in the city centre, as I could quite happily visit these guys for lunch on a regular basis. Definitely worth checking out if you're near the Arndale. There's even two stalls to choose from! (* Toppings are: rice, refried beans, griddled onions and peppers, cheese, guacamole, jalapenos, cactus leaves, shredded lettuce and sour cream.) read more

Called at Pancho's Burritos in the Arndale food market for some lunch. Went for a meal deal which was a Burrito with everything on as well as nachos, salsa and a soft drink. I chose to have my Burrito with Beef, chillies and salad as well as the usual rice and beans. Other meat options included lamb, pork, chicken and chilli con carne. I have to say it was delicious if a little messy to eat. I really couldn't fault the food, but £6.99 for my lunch is a tad expensive so not for every day more for a treat. Will I go again? Definitely!! read more

Definitely the finest Mexican food in Manchester, Enrique (owner) says they're opening another branch on King Street soon so watch this space read more

Pancho's Burritos - So many great filings, so little time! - Mexican Near Me - Manchester, XGM

Finally got to try a burrito here after seeing so many reviews and bookmarking it ages ago. They're hard to miss in the Arndale's Food Market as there are two units - whether this stays the case when PB's restaurant opens off Oxford Road is anyone's guess at the moment (http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/panchos-burritos-oxford-road-manchester), but you can never have too many Mexican joints IMO. They offer a pretty comprehensive selection here, given how small an area they have to work from. Tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, nachos and home-cooked chillis. Everything is freshly prepared in front of you and you get given the option whether or not to have hot additions such as chipotle. For burritos there are seven possible fillings, from chicken and pulled pork to vegetarian chilli or griddled vegetables, so there's something for everyone. Service with a warm smile every time, their chicken burrito certainly warms you up too. Delicious, fresh and packed with a myriad of fillings, they're one of the best Mexican food providers in Manchester without a doubt. read more

Ponchos have two outlets in the arndale food market. They serve burritos with a choice of fillings including chicken, mutton, pork, and beef. Their special is the chilli con carne, and they also offer a vegetarian option. read more

Pancho's Burritos - Chilli burrito - Mexican Near Me - Manchester, XGM

The tacos were fairly tasty if expensive for the serving size and they were actually spicy which was refreshing. The refried beans and rice however are disgustingly bland bordering on inedible, avoid them at all cost I had to throw mine away. read more

Pancho's Burritos - Stall in arndale - Mexican Near Me - Manchester, XGM

When it comes to the Burrito...I haven't had better in town. Despite the burrito having a go at beating the burger as the Mancunian street food of 2013/14, Pancho's still owns the crown for me. It's big, it's filling, it's hot, it's tasty and it's a fiver ! 'nough said. read more

Deciding to celebrate Independence Day 2013 with some good old Mexican grub, I hoped that the less glamorous Arndale setting might result in some filthily authentic Mexican. I'd heard good things about Pancho's previously and it's been on the to-eat list for a good while now, after having previously passed it up for Wing Dai Pai Dong next door. After some uhhm and ahh-ing I went for the lunch deal which included an 8 inch pork and cactus burrito with a side of rice and refried beans all for the bargainous price of £3.99. Served in a small tray it worked out at about 40% burrito and 60% starchy carb plus three token tortilla chips. In hindsight, you get what you pay for and I made an error when choosing the meal deal. In the future I'll just go straight for one of the humongous sized burritos, as I couldnt hide my look of disappointment when seeing the miniture portion (less than half an egg sized scoop!) of pork that the meal deal provided. But in their defence the pork was super juicy and I'm now officially a cactus convert, as this added a surprisingly nice subtle crunch and peppery kick to the burrito. Note to future burrito-ordering self: ask for extra hot sauce. read more

There's been a hell of a lot of buzz on Twitter recently about Pancho's - a small, relatively unknown stall on Arndale Market which serves up an excellent range of delicious and affordable Mexican treats. I'd also been hearing rumours that whisper it its food may be better than that being served up at that long standing Mancunian Tex-Mex institution Barburritos. So, when I was in town yesterday and my tummy started rumbling, I thought that the time was right to try it out, and see for myself if it lived up to the hype. Pancho's is certainly popular. Perhaps it was just because Arndale Market was busy yesterday, but when myself and my partner arrived, there was a long queue of people there who'd all been drawn in by the delicious smells wafting out from this stall's grill and tortilla press. They also appeared to be rapidly running out of tortillas and baguettes, which is always a good sign of a popular and much loved food stall. I decided to opt for a portion of Chilli con Carne with rice (£3.75), and my partner chose a Pork Torta (£3.75) which was a small baguette filled with shredded pork, jalapeno chillies, sour cream guacamole and topped with chipotle ketchup. The chilli was excellent - rich, toothsome and deliciously smoky tasting from the liberal addition of chipotle chillies. I was rather confused as to why it contained carrots and courgettes (surely that can't be authentic!) but I still happily scoffed the lot. My partner was slightly less impressed by his pork torta. Whilst each of the indivdual components of the sandwich were delicious, when put together, it seemed to lack a bit of punchy bite and zing. Still, at under £4, it was excellent value - and we both agreed that we'd probably order it again, although with something like beef or chicken next time. All in all, you can see why Pancho's is proving to be so popular with those Mancunian foodies in the know, even more so when you see that it's also a treasure trove of hard-to-get Mexican ingredients, such as hibiscus tea, and chillies in adobe sauce. I also loved the fact that you could buy individual chillies from little baskets situated to the side of the cashier, which is great for any Mexican-food-loving cook. Is Pancho's better than Barburrito? Well, the jury's still out. But I do know that I will definitely be returning, and soon. The mere thought of another portion of their excellent Chilli is making my stomach growl! read more

This place is a real find - exceptional burritos, tacos and messy sauces (there's something wrong if your burrito is not dripping down your arm), really friendly and helpful staff and a nice line in dried chillies sold by weight to take home as a souvenir of your visit! I like barburrito too but preferred Pancho's. Can't wait to go back. read more

I have only just discovered how great the selection of food is at the Arndale Market and if you are craving Mexican but don't want to pay Barburrito prices, then head to Pancho's Burritos. There are two stalls in the market and there's always a slight queue, which shows how popular it is. The servers are cheery and in appropriately jaunty costumes. I think the selection they offer is good, however I tend to always go for the burritos. They first one I had was amazing, but since then they have left me slightly disappointed taste wise. They are HUGE, so they are good value for money, though trying to eat them in a lady like manner can be quite hard! Overall I think its well worth a visit, especially for those who aren't too keen on spices. Its quite hard to get a seat in the Arndale Market, so it might be hard for families or big groups to sit together. read more

hate to be the lone naysayer, but i tried it again and.... nope. still nope. stars stay the same cause i appreciate the intent and it's nice to know i can find a jar of nopales in manchester. but the food...oh man.... plain rice? come on. add some salt, some onions, some something. i know they have to take local tastes into consideration, but the plainness of it kills everything within the burrito. which i think sort of summarizes this place in a nutshell. spinach and tomato tortillas????????????? i don't need to say anything else. dorito-esque tortilla chips? i mean, really??? i'd be embarrassed to bring any of my family here. come on'a my house and i'll make you much better food for a fraction of the price. and uh...de nada read more

Chipotle pork, guacamole, sour cream, Mexican rice, jalapenos, lettuce, onions, refried beans... Pancho's get it spot on yet again. Washed down with a cool ginger beer. A great place to grab a bite to eat to gear yourself up ready for a big shop round the Arndale! read more

I used to look forward to Panchos, and last year I recommend it to people several times. I'm not sure if I'm just a hater these days or what, but their food seems to be slipping in quality lately. It swings wildly between flavourless and eye-wateringly salty, and I end up feeling cheated no matter how little I spent. Maybe the sauce reduces to much over the course of the day in those heat trays? It's starting to feel more and more perfunctory. Burritos have cheese and meat and beans and rice, yes, but they are supposed to be more than the sum of their parts. I've found that a staff recommendation on the day is the best way to receive something that I end up feeling okay about. For my burrito quid, I prefer Lucha Libre, but it is halfway across town and more expensive. read more

Great customer service, the food was gorgeous and for a burrito reasonably priced. It wasnt a cheap option like taco bell, good quality food, you can really taste the difference! Recommend the succulent chicken! read more

I was loathe to submit to Barburrito, I was convinced I'd find some authenticity at Pancho's and discover a burrito that kicks the said big chain in the cojones and tells it to stop being so overpriced and overvalued.... Oh how wrong I was. I went for the safe option : a beef burrito, bought for a reasonable price. Smelling like a dream and looking on the awesome side of mouthwatering I barged past the locals milling in the market to find an apt spot to feast on this tasty beast. Alas the filling was full of fatty chunks of beef lacking the tenderness of a long slow cooking period, the filling of rice and beans was really bland and the accompanying salsa was watery and dull. Lacking a hearty chilli or any real flavour punch at all my burrito offering, well, how do you say...... no tenia ningunas cojones. I will give them another try. The senoritas that served me were cheery and speedy to deliver and deserve credit. Plus, I hate to dismiss any small hard working stall that stands tall against bigger name brands. Until I try again, my two star review remains. read more

I really like Arndale's food market, such diversity and all great value. I very much enjoy Pancho's Burritos, popped over there again today whilst on lunch for a meal deal. That's a burrito with all the trimmings, nachos, salsa and a drink.  I chose to have my burrito with beef, salad, rice, beans and chillies. There's a good selection of other meats if beef is not to your liking. It was very tasty and incredibly filling (that's not a bad thing by the way). I know some people complain about the price. But this is the city centre and the cost of a sandwich with crisps and a drink is not really that different in terms of price. Plus, this is not your run of the mill lunch fayre, good everytime. Throughly recommended. read more

Really love the burrito bowls and the enchiladas especially, and the lamb is my absolute favorite filling. My only complaint is that the servers never put enough guacamole on anything, in any of the different locations! Apart from that, I'm loyal to Pancho's till the end! read more

Simply delicious. The staff are brilliant and the food even better. I enjoy Mexican food a lot and up until now the only source nearby was barburrito and although they're not at all bad, Pancho's is in my opinion much tastier and of similar value (actually, I think it's a tad cheaper). I'll definitely be returning in the near future. EDIT : I still think the food is great, but the older guy (owner / manager ?) really needs to learn some manners As a loyal customer, I will not be spoken to in the tone I was. Also, they were (on this occassion at least) extremely dis-organised I had to repeat my order of a beef burrito four times. Panchos are popular and deservedly so but at lunch time having to wait as long as I did, with no explanation of what stage my order was at is not acceptable. I still unreservedly recommend Panchos but I'd probably try to avoid peak times if possible as the service appears to go to the wall at such times. read more

Worst burrito ever. If you go here more than once, as I have been for a year, you will realise that their customer service goes downhill fast. Today was the last straw, I will never eat there again after dealing with a cheeky member of staff who not only would not honour the loyalty card I'm sorry I paid for 2 meals, if the last box is a free meal, it's a free meal she also overcharged. I believe 2 meal deals are £11, I do not understand how you got to £13.80?! After that I asked for a refund from their other counter as I was unhappy with their service and they didn't even provide one telling me I need to see their manager on Tuesday as no one has ever complained before IT'S SUNDAY. I just left my un-opened burrito on their counter and walked away. I've put up with their bad service in the past but never again. It's not that good to put up with unpleasantry from their surly female staff. I do not recommend. read more

I thought the food and service was great, really tasty, authentic cuisine and really good value for money. Spoke to Enrique, (the Mexican owner) who serves me most days, about the different chilli strengths available. He was delighted to advise me. AmandaMoo read more

Really enjoyed the baritto's and taco's(3) for 4.40 with 20% off for students, Great deal and good tasting food with strong flavors and good service read more