Restaurantji's Wood River guide: Where to find the best Mexican flavors.
“Mr. Panchos Mexican Restaurant and Grill is a gem of a find! The margarita tower was absolutely fantastic, a refreshing and delicious treat that was perfect for sharing with friends. The wings were cooked to perfection, flavorful and juicy with just the right amount of spice. The service was top-notch and the atmosphere was lively and inviting. This place is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Mexican cuisine and a great time!“
“I LOVE OAXACA!!!! The food is delicious, the service is great, the atmosphere is electric and the margaritas…..the best I’ve ever had!!!! I could eat here every single day! The guacamole is my favorite thing on the menu! If you don’t visit this place, you are missing out!!“
“Small but mighty in flavor for both food and drinks The carne asada charo is nearly inexplicably good. Tender and a flavor explosion The orange colored medium salsa looks strange but you forget about that given the spice and in a few moments you just want to drink it The original margarita is a proper one with real lime juice. If you want a sweeter one opt for the house margarita Great family business serving up the best tacos. So simple, so fresh, so good so cal!“
“It was Tuesday, so I had to have tacos. My favorite taco recently has been shrimp. Most of the places I frequent, add large grilled tacos. I was surprised to see small shrimp bites here at Casa Romero. They may have been small, but the flavor was still huge and enjoyable. I'd order them again.When I arrived, I was pleasantly greeted and told I could sit any where I wanted. I chose a booth and was quickly served complimentary chips and salsa. The chips were crisp and warm, which tells me they were super fresh. The salsa had just enough spice and was thick enough to cling to the chip when dipping.Before my entree, I also enjoyed a Top Shelf Margarita and an order of Bean Dip. The Margarita was strong. It was strong enough that I only had one and I typically enjoy two. An order of Bean Dip for me is much more enjoyable than a side of Cheese Dip or Guacamole. The mixture of white cheese and refried beans, doubles the flavor.The ambiance is your typical, bright Mexican colors and sorta tacky decor. For my own personal preference, I could dim the lights a tad. It was extremely bright and the white ceiling lights are a little overpowering.“
“First off all the food that I've had here has always been excellent I've never had anything that I've had to actually send back. I even had one day where they didn't have jalapenos for the carne asada steak but I was completely fine with it because everything still tasted amazing.My server was courteous and spot on and every time that I come there I'm so happy that I found my place for my favorite cuisine.“
“First sweet tea was perfect next two were unsweet guess someone forgot to add sugar. We had a group of 10 food was delicious but I guess they aren't used to big groups had trouble getting our order and food items delivered to table and correct but all in all it was delicious and had a good time.“
“1st time here, understand that I am from the suburbs of Chicago, and I have had Mexican food for years, all kinds of food, and from various regions of Mexico. So, I ordered a taco dinner, al pastor, with corn tortillas, so it comes with beans and rice.The rice and beans arrived on a separate plate, and a big portion of each, the rice was almost dry, and kind of bland, the beans were thin, almost soupy, and seemed to be missing the flavor of "lard"The AL Pastor tacos, (3), had lots of flavor and were good sized, I wished they had used yellow corn tortillas instead of white, and they should have used 2 tortillas per taco, as corn will fall apart from the juices of the meat and salsa.Overall a good meal, I would come back to try something else“
“My spouse and I had a late lunch here today and it was amazing! Our server was very friendly and attentive. This is the best Mexican food in the area. I had quesabirria and it was full of flavor and very tender with delicious consume. The chips and salsa are the best I have had at any restaurant. The chips are thick and crunchy and the salsa is amazing. Some say it is spicy, but I definitely think it's mild (but I do eat rather spicy food regularly so others may not be used to any spice?). Do not drive by this little gem on College Ave.! Stop in and order some of the best Mexican dishes in the Metro East!“
“This is my new favorite Mexican restaurant in the area! Our server, Barbara, was so attentive and friendly!! The first hint of goodness was the excellent homemade salsa and chips. I had the Caldo de Birria and a Tamale rojo. She had the Barbacoa tacos. Everything was fresh and delicious. The tortillas that came with my meal were freshly handmade! If you're looking for a clean, welcoming, and authentic goodness, this is the place I recommend.“
“Enjoyed a delicious meal here for lunch. Chips were light and crisp. Salsa was fresh and homemade and very flavorful.The tamales and enchiladas were fantastic! A limited menu but everything on it is wonderfully done. Big portions and so tasty.We will be back.“
“Whenever I've gone here I regularly order carnitas dinner (seasoned pork) one day I decided to try the steak which normally I don't eat. I had the most delicious steak dinner that I could have ever imagined. I definitely recommend this place to anybody who likes great tasting Mexican food.Parking: Plenty of parking with wheelchair accessibility.Kid-friendliness: Big selection of different foods that all kids would like.Wheelchair accessibility: Why doors and easy access from parking lot.“
“Went here for a late dinner, best service ever. It was my first time and the employees were very patient with me! They were willing to explain different good items and ensured that I would like everything I ordered and I did! I’ll never eat chipotle or qdoba ever again ?“
“Ordered delivery from Si Senor tonight through a 3rd party and accidentally ordered the wrong item. 3rd party couldn’t make another delivery for an hour, so Hector volunteered to bring me my food! Above, Beyond and delicious! Highly recommend. Food is great and customer service is top notch!“
“Stopped in here for some beers at the bar with friends. The place was a bit busy and they were very, very short staffed unfortunately. We waited longer than desired for things, but everyone was still very friendly. I would recommend, but cannot comment on the food.“
“It was a great night the employees were all nice curtious and work as a team nice to see that because most places now the young people working are not really people friendly. I've seen that in other restaurants the young people look like they don't want to be there, so yes it was nice to see it at Taco Bell in pontoon “
“This was the absolute most fresh taco bell I have ever gotten. Not only was all of my food hot it was prepared well. I got a quesadilla meal and the sauce wasn't pouring everywhere and my taco was very well prepared. Love this location.“