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    Pistolero's

    3.5 (693 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    PISTOLERO'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    5 taco platter
    Chrissy P.

    Nice chill place with a good bit of seating either inside or outside. Me and my friend sat on the patio one random Wednesday night, and it was packed! They are located right next to another taco place, but it was empty.. which makes me want to try the place because I can me missing out lol! Anywho... There's a parking lot with a good bit of spots, but not enough for the crowd that was there on Wednesday. We did circle both lots twice, before we were able to get a spot right when a couple was leaving. They have really great deals I ordered 5 tacos and a side for about 14 dollars! and you're able to pick between flower or corn tortillas! My favorite tacos were the veggie and cauliflower. The tacos came with a lime, but other than that.. they were pretty dry which made me sad, because they have potential! Overall I'd go back again.. but I'd go early enough to get parking

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    Julian Z.

    Amazing place with authentic Mexican food!!! Absolutely obsessed with it! Parking is more than sufficient with a nice lit dark ambient inside!

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    Bryan M.

    I went to dinner at Pistolero's I had the Green Chile Burger with fries. It was really good and season good. My wife have the 5 street tacos of course I ate two of them they were really good and seasoned good as well. The customer service was nice and the restaurant was pretty clean. I also had a house margarita it's tasted good mostly like juice. I couldn't really taste any of the tequila in it.

    Char I.

    Ya know pistoleros host a pretty dope taco Tuesday! Who can beat $2 tacos. But the worst part about the experience be the parking. There is an expanded lot that is providing some relief parking spits until the taco place is finished being built. But once it opens it up it will continue the struggle. There is valet parking though. Anyrate they offer a full menu but I came on their taco Tuesday which was pretty clutch. And they have happy hour as well. You can pick the type of tequila they use which is nice. There is indoor/outdoor seating and thankfully the outdoor seating is covered and there are fans.

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    Wilnesa C.

    I stopped here for a breather while walking along the streets of Montrose. I kinda wish I would have kept walking, if I'm being honest. Why? I don't have much to say about this place, because I didn't bother to order anything else after my appetizer, but I do have a story for you. I ordered some chips and queso, right?! The waitress brought it over and I was dying to dig in. The chips were cold and the cheese was barely warm. I still took a bite, only to realize it didn't have the best taste. I can't even explain what it tasted like. I let the waitress know about it, right? She took it back and didn't even try to whisper about the fact that I was the second person who returned it. She said she had tried the queso herself earlier and it was nasty. My mouth dropped! Not real sure why she didn't suggest I not order it, but hey. Goes without saying that I will not be returning.

    Beer Battered Fish Taco Grilled Portabella Taco Blackened Fish Taco
    Layo O.

    Great place to go on a Tuesday for the $1.50 tacos and happy hour! Tacos were delicious! Portobello was surprisingly seasoned well and delicious for all my vegetarians out there and mushroom lovers! The blackened salmon was dry on its own so the green sauce was a great add! Beer battered fish was perfect. Would def come again! We got there and had to wait for 30 minutes and just waited at the bar. Def a good time and caught up with some old friends here. Would def come again!

    Chante N.

    pistoleo's is definitely worth a visit! i stopped in for happy hour, which is always a good idea. they have a wide range of tacos, so there is something for everyone. i ordered the cauliflower taco and the fried shrimp taco. the cauliflower taco definitely left me wanting something more-- more flavor, more sauce, more something. the shrimp taco was definitely the star of the show. the service was great! and the vibe was on point. they played 2000s r&b which is always a good idea!! if you're in the area, and wanting a chill tex-mex vibe -- definitely pop in! bonne santé

    Jaylynn M.

    I cannot say enough good things about Pistoleros so I'll let it speak for itself when you go. What I will say is that they currently hold the title for my favorite frozen strawberry margarita. I'm actually thinking about having one as I type this. They finally have their own parking lot! I remember when we used to have to park on the side streets and pray that your car would be there when you came back. There is also a Photo Booth on the kiosk right in front of the bar that captures itself and its iconic sign in the background!

    Candace G.

    We visited on Sunday a little after they opened. Our server was kind and very helpful. I had a beef fajita taco and a fried shrimp taco. Both were great. The elote was just okay.

    Jennifer E.

    I went to Pistolero's for my birthday on Cinco de Mayo weekend and boy were they accommodating and friendly! The service was A+! They served a table of 14 girls and they didn't skip a beat. I loved my steak and shrimp tacos and jalapeño poppers. We had a little of everything on our table. They have a great Saturday Happy Hour on food and drinks. I will def come back for a brunch.

    Jamie L.

    Pistolero was a pleasant surprise. At the spur of the moment I wanted to hang out for happy hour. This spot popped up on the list somehow and we decided to check it out. There was a little wait upon arrival but it wasn't bad. This place seems to be pretty popular, judging the crowd. The taco Tuesday food and drink specials are on point. I had "a few" fish tacos and margaritas. The waiter was very patient and informative. I can't wait to return!

    Jessica N.

    We came in for after noon drinks and snacks. It was a rainy day so there was absolutely none else here but that was okay. I love the decor, the music was great and there was plenty of space at the bar as well as other sitting areas. To our surprise it was happy hour so we ordered a bunch of shareable apps. The drinks were all great, not to mention the Michelada was probably the best I've ever had. I will be back!

    Erin W.

    I love Pistolero's! Easily one of the best happy hours in the city. I love the nachos and elote, and the food always comes out so fast. Valet parking only with a very small lot, so I usually just Uber. The drinks aren't that strong but what do you expect for $5 margs. Enjoy the huge outdoor area with lots of fans to keep you cool :)

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    6 days ago

    Great food and service! Drink specials are kick ass even on weekends . It was our first time eating here and it won't be the last

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    2 months ago

    DOESN'T SERVE FOOD TILL 2 am says the bar stays open till 2 but it doesnt say that anywhere online !

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    10 months ago

    This place has amazing food and happy hour, Joél the bar manager is the best! Definitely check this spot out

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    Excellent!! The food was fantastic and so was the service. Beautiful venue and great experience all around!

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    Ask the Community - Pistolero's

    Is it 21+ or can kids be there?

    Kids are allowed, I believe just in the day! Or until 9pm

    How late is the kitchen open?

    MON: 4PM-11PM, TUE: 4PM-12AM, WED-FRI: 4PM-11PM,… 

    Do they have parking?

    Valet and it's really small . They say you can park across the street

    Micheladas on the happy hour?

    We have $1 off drafts during happy hour so if you order a draft beer for your michelada, it will be $1 off.

    On Tuesdays is it $1 taco until 8 or close?

    $1 tacos are available until midnight on Tuesdays.

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    Not my first time at Maderas. That's why I came back because it was excellent and my friends heard…read moreme rave about it and they suggested we come here. Arrived on Sunday evening around 7:30. Was sat immediately. Not my first time here so I knew the menu, my friends did not. So they needed time to see what drinks they wanted because they like cocktails and the menu is not small and they had to choose which ones they wanted because the options are good. When they decided, the cocktails straggled out. Two came out but the other two did not, They just sat at the bar as my friends sat with there with their drinks in front of them waiting on ours so we can toast to a wonderful day with a new member of the group. You would have thought the other staff would step in or at least the bartender would see that the waiter was in the weeds and needed help. That's when I knew we should have not come. The food was all lukw warm. The appetizer of queso was like warm with chunks of cheese floating around and some of the chips were fresh and others stale. A mixed bag you can say. My Flautas where luke warm, so was the side of beans and rice. My friends said their tacos were okay. My friend who got the Caesar Salad, there was no dressing on the salad not was there a side of dressing that came with it. We had to ask for it. I did not have the energy to try to keep wrangling the waiter. If you want to shut the kitchen down early because the day was long I get it. Let the customer know, I get it. I used to wait tables to but I would never give people luke warm food or luke service. The staff seems not to have one anothers back. I did not eat my food, I took my food home to reheat it so I could eat it at the proper temperature. My friend took his salad home because he had more Caesar dressing at home. Left a bad taste in my mouth and very disappointed. The service and food from the last time compared to this visit was night and day. Total miss. $200.00 thrown away. I paid because I could not let my friends waiste there money on someplace I raved about. Maderas is really a small cute spot. It's rare I have bad service when I go out to eat because I am not a difficult customer and I know I am not the only one they are serving. I will wait for good food and sit back and enjoy the atmosphere and my friends until it arrives. I would not put pressure on the staff or the kitchen. Also I will not arrive just before closing and make a resteraunt and it's staff stay open late because I am hungry. I rather come when the staff and the restaurant wants to recieve customers.

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