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Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Paco’s Tacos & Tequila offers big Texas flavor in Charlotte’s SouthPark neighborhood. FS Food Group founder Frank Scibelli traveled Texas with Tex-Mex culinary expert and cookbook author Robb Walsh in order to uncover the secrets of authentic Tex-Mex recipes, and the attention to detail shines through in the bold flavors of each dish. A variety of spices that season Paco’s dishes are imported from a Texas-based company, and a tortilla machine creates fresh tortillas daily.
From the Wood-Fired Grilled Fajitas to the Cheese Enchiladas with chili con carne, Paco’s menu showcases the freshest quality ingredients. Central to the dining experience is the bar, which features more than 60 tequila varieties, several outstanding wines and a selection of beers from Texas, Mexico and North Carolina. No need to travel to Texas for your fix-join us for lunch or dinner seven days a week and see why Paco’s is the city’s new hot spot!
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113 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 113 reviews
5 stars
(50)
4 stars
(54)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(51)
- kid-friendly(38)
- neighborhood gem(37)
- vibrant bar scene(36)
- hot spot(35)
- fit for foodies(34)
Paco's Tacos & Tequila Reviews List
Review 1 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a great experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have had drinks and meals here several times on visits to Charlotte and, regardless of the day of the week or how crowded the place may be, the food is hot, fresh and flavorful; the drinks are cold; and the service is terrific. It will always be on my schedule when I visit Charlotte!"
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of our go to places
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A great go to restaurant. Great service , great food and great atmosphere!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Tex-mex!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Tex-Mex! My faves are the gringo nachos & enchiladas. The tequila list is awesome!"
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Place!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is awesome, service is awesome...only knock on it is that we were seated in the lower bar area and that is very loud compared to the dining room...and we didn't have a choice of seating."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tequila & Tacos
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food menu isn't extensive but is creative. The tequila list goes on for days."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A step up from your typical Mexican
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is well prepared, and this place is slightly nicer than the typical Mom & Pop place. Inside are plenty of TVs to occupy the sports fan and the staff here is always friendly. The menu is a little more limited and slightly pricey, but I don't have any major issues with. A solid 'B' restaurant that I would never think to suggest, but never be against eating at."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great tacos!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been to Paco's many times, and my wife and I have never been disappointed with the service or food. We always have a friendly, attentive server (even when they're packed!), and the tacos, chips, and guacamole have always been top-notch. I highly recommend the Turkey tacos. Pulled turkey, jalapeno bacon, and avocado really go well together--I have ordered three of these every chance I get. Also, the table-side guac is worth every penny! I'm not a big drinker myself, but the collection of tequilas seems quite impressive, and my friends tell me the jalapeno-infused tequila is a mouth and stomach burner that is not to be missed."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, hot spot, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A little too loud
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"regular of the restaurant, but first time to be seated in the larger dining room. Big mistake, way too many families with very loud kids. Will be asking to be seated in the smaller dining room area in the future. Food was good as always."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the entire dining experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have four kids so dining out can be a challenge. We love going to Paco's Tacos. Both the kids and the adults love the food. It is a playful atmosphere so I don't have to worry about the kids disrupting someone's intimate dining experience."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You need to try Paco's Tacos....
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lots of great food and fun with a casual atmosphere!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food is good and portions
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is good and portions are large - price is VERY reasonable. Drinks are excellent - lots of tequila choices."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 12 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The waitress was good at first
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The waitress was good at first and after talking to two other staff members to get her so we could pay the bill and leave, it still took over 10 minutes for her to respond even though she saw us finished while taking the order for the table beside us."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 13 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
LOVE this place!! We always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"LOVE this place!! We always have such a fun time whenever we go to Pacos and the food is always incredible!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
They have a small patio which
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"They have a small patio which was very nice for a spring day. Excellent place for lunch."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Terrific New Fav!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is the best Tex-Mex we have found east of the Mississippi since we moved here from Texas 7 years ago. Excellent quality and Texas sized portions! The margaritas rock. You won't find a better one in Charlotte."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Paco's Tacos and Tequila is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Paco's Tacos and Tequila is a favorite of mine. My boyfriend (a Texan) loves the fajitas, which says a lot about them! They have a great gluten-free menu as well. It means a lot when the two people with us with Celiac could eat without worrying about their allergies. The staff is always friendly, available, and accommodating. We went for my sister's birthday last weekend and had zero trouble with reservations. They made sure we had a great time. The food is definitely what keeps bringing us back, but the service is definitely appreciated."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 17 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband loved the brisket
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband loved the brisket tacos. A friend we went with also got tacos but they were very dry. When he asked for some sauce the manager then came by and offered to make a new batch. The second time was much better and no sauce needed. The enchiladas I got were just ok. They were dry too. Wait time is high on the weekends. Even though we had a reservation we still had to wait about 30 minutes."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was unique enough with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was unique enough with some unusual twists on items - but not strange.....
Salsa was really good - not too tomatoey with a kick - which I tend to use as a barometer for Mexican type places...Good atmosphere - noisy but not loud...."
Salsa was really good - not too tomatoey with a kick - which I tend to use as a barometer for Mexican type places...Good atmosphere - noisy but not loud...."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 19 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The salsa is excellent. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The salsa is excellent. The options for taco offerings are unique and very tasty."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 20 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
i had the pork carnitas and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"i had the pork carnitas and my wife had the tuna carnitas both were fabulous. The server was knowledgeable and friendly and we enjoyed the whole experience. Portions were huge, we ended up with enough left overs for another meal"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband actually requested
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband actually requested coming here for his birthday after our first visit to Paco's during Restaurant Week. It's definitely one of the best of its kind in Charlotte, maybe the best. Servers are super helpful in providing information. Our server was able to describe the different tequilas and how they were made in my husband's tequila flight. The El Dorado margarita happened to be their special that night, and it was perfect. As our visit before, we left stuffed to the gills with my chicken chimichanga and the pick your own tacos is awesome. The only slight disappointment was our calamari app, which was a bit greasy and overcooked."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been many times and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been many times and it is always GREAT!! Love this place!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
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Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed our meal and were provided good service."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 24 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Saturday nights are always
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Saturday nights are always tricky with a group of people. The wait, yep even with a reservation... but that happens and it's okay, was exactly what we were quoted. The food was just as good as always. Drinks were yummy!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 25 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our 2nd visit to Paco's confirmed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our 2nd visit to Paco's confirmed our 1st impression: they do food right, & with great service from front desk to waitstaff to managers doing the friendly check-in, they make sure you're enjoying your stay while you stuff yourself with the freshest ingredients around. I'll be returning to share a pitcher of margaritas with the girls, after which I suspect I'll be checking back in to rave about their bartenders, too. Well done!!"
Dined on 02/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 26 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was good. However, service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good. However, service was horrible! It took about 20 minutes after we ordered to get first drink. We never received appetizer we ordered. We were going to order another drink during meal, however, no one ever came back during the meal to check on us."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
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Review 27 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
1st time at Paco's Tacos.We
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"1st time at Paco's Tacos.We made a reservation thru OpenTable & waited about 10 mins past our reservation time.No big deal,it was 7:30 Friday night & packed.Food: took one look at the salsa & was not impressed.It looked like spaghetti sauce.Clearly gone thru a food processor too long.It was also way too strong black bepper tasting.The heat level was not the issue,just the odd amount of black pepper.I ordered the make your own combo with enchiladas dennis, chicken taco milanesa & the veggie quesadilla. Loved the quesadilla & the enchilada but the chicken in the taco was a cut up breaded chicken tender.Was NOT impressed.Overall it was fine but very pricey & gross salsa. (Chips were nicely done.)Service was great. No complaints."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
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Review 28 for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall great spot. Just wished
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall great spot. Just wished I lived on that side of town to go more often."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Paco's Tacos & Tequila
Based on the average of (85) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
17 out of 17 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic