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Pepe's Cantina Express

4.3 (24 reviews)
Open • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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The chips and guacamole...so yummy..but more so the lowkey atmosphere and steady stream of sports on the TV. The drinks on point might I add...

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Edna T.

Amazing Service and Food! Family Friendly and very good customer service and great care from the staff

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Joe S.

Affordable and the Marketplace at Avalon don't usually go into the same sentence, but Pepe changed all of that with his Cantina Express. I was able to get 3 Chicken Tacos for 9 bucks while sitting at the Bowigens bar by scanning the food QR code, and ordering. It's basically a chipotle knock off with different proteins (chicken, steak, birria, etc.), different configurations (tacos, burritos, bowls) and your choice of toppings (rice including brown, black beans, pinto beans, salsas, cheese and a few other things. It may be my new go-to as the portion was good and tacos are the food of the gods. I haven't dined in here but it looks like they changed the atmosphere a bit from the previous tenants and it's a lot more casual, which suits the area well actually.

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Ariana M.

I always like my visits here! I got the birria meat and it was super tasty. The green hot sauce was also very good! My mom ordered the steak and went back for extra. This place is similar to chipotle in style. I would say the flavor is a bit more mild. The location is very good. There are so many other options inside the food court plaza. They also have a cute little store. There is a nice coffee place across the street, and also an area for you to walk. Parking is very easy as well!

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22 days ago

Food was amazing and great service. Great atmosphere and great music. I will be back to enjoy some more great food.

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5 months ago

food was great! Service was superb. Love the vibe, it was awesome to watch the World Cup! Excited to come back!

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11 months ago

Good food and margaritas! Happy hour is the best, and the customer service is amazing

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5 months ago

Maria was very helpful and polite andthe Food is delicious. must visit the marketplace in avalon.

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1 year ago

Great place to eat. Service is always amazing. They have the best happy hour. Food is always good.

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9 months ago

Food is always amazing and the drinks hit the spot. Quick easy place to grab dinner and a drink and hang out with friends and family!

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1 year ago

Daniel was a wonderful bartender and we had a great time getting margaritas! Definitely come during happy hour!

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“There was something for everyone, steak, chicken, black beans, pinto beans, 2 types of rice, veggies, salad, chips, queso, and all of the toppings.”

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