Let me tell you: I’m very into authentic ethnic food. The realer, the better. So when I had the arroz con pollo here, I didn’t have high expectations. I was wonderfully surprised by the flavors, textures and balance of meat and rice. I did order it with the queso on the side as a precaution, didn’t want that to overload the meal. Great idea. The signature dip was unique. The beef cut thru the cheese dip by bringing a variance that was worth trying. The atmosphere is subdued but with color pockets in the details. Overall, this place is like taking the cliche Hispanic restaurant theme and turning it on it’s head: bright airy seating with subtle touches of Southwest Hispanic feel.
Great food and drinks menu is a little much with way to many choices and could be simplified. Overall fresh and seasoned well food. I had tamales which tasted amazing a little doughy but still delicious. We even went in for fried icecream and amazing. Not my go to for Mexican but would dine here again no problem. Excellent staff.
2/20/16 - We've eaten at Pelancho's the eight years living in Knoxville. The food is pretty constant, good flavor. The salsa and chips are always good - I really like the cilantro bite of the salsa, not many Mexican restaurants put enough of this spice into their salsa and food. It's what makes Mexican Mexican.
Julian Huleo Rodriguez
+4
Just ate here for lunch. Food came out fast and fresh. The Tamal is amazing! The chips and salsa was great. Not too busy, but not completely dead. Will return!
Delish. Fast service, great food, attentive staff!!!!
Frequent returning customer. I love this restaurant. I love the people, the food, the speed of the service: everything. We've been going here about once a week since it opened. Highly recommend.
Similar to many other Mexican restaurants in town, but the quesadillas and taco salads are fantastic. Always quick service.
Great experience. Food, service, and prices were excellent. Best Mexican restaurant since we left Texas. Wait staff was very courteous.
Good place. The food here is really good and the service was excellent! The server seemed happy to have us at her table and made us feel very welcomed. Good, standard Mexican fare at great prices.
Wow. This place is great! Awesome environment, cool little bar (although the TV is kinda small), fantastic food, good prices, and great margaritas!!!
New favorite Mexican restaurant and by far the best I've had in Ktown!
The food and drinks were good. The service was great. We only had one server due to shortage of staff, but he was terrific!
☆☆☆☆☆I love this place! We celebrate a lot of occasions here. The last celebration we had was a remembrance of our wonderful friend who had passed away. Once we were all there, the owner came out with shots for everyone and we cheersed our friend. Everyone was so sweet. The food was delicious! I highly recommend this restaurant!
They where understaffed but friendly and got me my soda when it was empty. Good service and excellent desert!
First time here. Large menu including vegetarian options. Awesome salsa with the chips. Excellent chicken enchiladas and pork tamales with a tangy salsa Verde. Good cocktails. Great service even though we had a group of 24. I'll return.
Pelanchos May be my favorite restaurant in Knoxville! The food is amazing, the service is great, the place is a vibe, and the outdoor seating makes it so much more enjoyable on cool summer nights. My favorite Meal here is the Burrito Supremo and although Many different restaurants have a similar meal, Pelancho’s is my absolute favorite. If you have the chance, definitely stop by and try this place!
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