Don Pepe's Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
$ • Mexican, Vegetarian
Hours:
306 N McColl Rd, McAllen
(956) 631-8516
About Don Pepe's Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
Customers' Favorites
Recent Reviews
Quality has decreased dramatically.
We ordered a botana for 4 and it was a lot smaller.
No tea, no guacamole.
Very little beans & rice.
Fajita a little burned.
Terrible place! I ordered barbacoa tacos and it tasted like it was from a couple of days ago. It was burned from some spot because of the reheat. Salsa doesn’t taste like anything at all, I asked for a different one and they charge for other ones. This place is a joke. I’m surprised how’ve they managed to be in business. I think a taco from stripes is probably better than this nasty food
Was there for breakfast today. Very horrible customer service the waiter made us feel very uncomfortable when we asked for our beverages my husband asked for water and I coffee he put the glass down rudely and threw the straw on the table. He kept passing by our table but never came to get our order he made it clear we weren’t wanted he even sat at a table to eat his food my husband looked at him to get his attention and he looked away. Mind you we had been sitting there for...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 10PM |
Don Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant and Cantina offers a welcoming and elegant atmosphere with an upper-scale hacienda style and Puebla vibe. The interior features a water feature outside, and the decor creates a nice setting for dining. The staff is friendly, quick, and attentive, making guests feel at home and providing good service. The hostess often engages in conversation, adding a warm touch to the experience, though service can sometimes be slow, particularly when bringing checks.
The menu includes a variety of delicious options, from fajitas and enchiladas to the large botana for one. The food is consistently praised for its good flavor, juicy and tender fajitas, cheesy enchiladas, and perfectly spicy salsa. The pollo à la chipotle is highly recommended, with some guests noting they cleaned their plates. The prices are considered middle range, reflecting the quality and portion sizes.
Overall, Don Pepe’s is a nice place for a date night, lunch with friends, or family dinners. Guests appreciate the tasty food, pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff, making it a reliable choice for a satisfying Mexican meal.