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3.9 (932 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Carnitas Fajitas
Boris M.

Pepito's is our go-to lunch spot when my friend visits me. It's always a fun place with great service. We came on a Friday for lunch and were seated on their lovely patio. Javier took care of us. His service is always friendly and attentive. Complimentary chips never disappoint. The salsa has a nice kick to it. We ordered from their lunch special menu, the carnitas tacos and the carnitas fajitas. Both are reasonably priced, however, the fajitas appear to be the far better "deal," as the portion size, and particularly the quantity of the meat was way higher. We also had some skinny margaritas. They had a nice punch. Unfortunately, they are also quite pricey. If you can, they do have happy hour, M-F, 3-6pm, for better drink deals. Overall though, a great experience, and we will definitely be back!

Jeffery J.

Super cool place in Riverside, all the decor inside is super beautiful. It's like a little snapshot of culture inside. The food is also fantastic. You can see them heating up the tortillas right in front of you which is really cool. The server was super attentive and was there whenever I needed. The vibe inside is homely and lively, makes you feel very welcome. Overall, I very much enjoyed my experience here and would come again.

The beef and shrimp plate with corn. "Little flight" of margaritas lol
Yari T.

We've been coming here for about a year. The food quality is really good, tasty meat, refreshing drinks and we have always gotten great service. The ambience is casual, theres a bar area and there's even a loft type area. Would recommend this location.

The chips and salsa is delicious
Scott C.

Before I forget ...Paola is above and beyond! Thank you for helping these first timers have an excellent experience. This place is in a cute little shopping center in Canyon Crest with plenty of shopping and food and drinks! I had a carne asada burrito and my wife enjoyed a shredded beef chimichanga. We enjoyed everything and I hope you do too!

House margarita
Adriana S.

Very cute little restaurant with great service and good food! Our waitress was wonderful I wish I could remember her name!

Chips and Salsa
Karina F.

Service was really good. Our server was very attentive and service was amazing. The ambiance was nice not loud which was very good. The busboy was very very attentive and on point. We order the HH Nachos., the portion was perfect. We came yesterday and one the prices had change which I get it all is going up. But they should have kept the nachos at the same price or make it bigger. It seems the portions are less as well. Hmmm we will come back maybe but not really. The price is not the issue is the portions.

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The enchiladas suizas are very good! Raul was a great server. He made sure we were taken care of

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Amazing environment, friendly staff, food was amazing. The chef and manager came out to greet us, I Really recommend this place.

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Great restaurant, waitress Jenny was awesome!!! Delicious food. 5 stars! Thank you guys

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Do they have brunch?

On Sundays

Can't find any info on taco Tuesday deals/specials?

There is a taco bar on Tues evenings there.

What days are happy hour and what time does it begin and end?

Monday thru Friday, 3pm to 6pm… could be 3:30 🤔 either way, I’d aim for 4 to be sure 👍🏽

Do you have lunch menus?

Yes

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