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About This Place

Welcome to Pancho Villa, where the heart of Mexico meets the vibrant city of Ottawa. Located at 361 Elgin St, this charming establishment invites you to indulge in a culinary journey through traditional Mexican flavors. With a menu designed to cater to every palate, Pancho Villa offers a delightful array of dishes, from their famous Fajita Salad to flavorful Mariscos like Enchiladas and Camarones Al Salsa.

As you step inside, the warm ambiance instantly makes you feel at home. The dedicated staff, led by excellent servers like Christopher and Paige, ensures that every guest feels welcome and receives attentive service. Customers rave about their dining experiences, highlighting the delectable nachos as a must-try appetizer and praising the beautifully crafted Mole Enchiladas that keep patrons returning year after year.

Although some may find the portion sizes generous—perfect for sharing—it is essential to savor every bite! Pancho Villa encourages you to explore their eclectic beverage selection, which includes refreshing Jarritos and crafted cocktails like the ever-popular Dos Equis on tap. Whether you're looking to unwind with Herbal Tea or indulge in a rich Hot Chocolate, they have something to quench every thirst.

While the prices may lean towards the higher end, many find the experience well worth it for the exceptional service and quality of food provided. Even the ambiance, with its charm and comfort, adds to the experience—a true homage to Mexican dining that feels genuinely inviting. Just as one returning customer stated, "It was our first time at Pancho Villa, and we had such a great experience!"

So, if you're in Ottawa and craving authentic Mexican cuisine paired with friendly service, look no further than Pancho Villa. With a menu that spans traditional favorites and modern twists, this hidden gem promises a memorable dining experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next visit.

Service options

Accessibility

  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Has outdoor seating
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
  • No delivery

Highlights

  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great cocktails

Popular for

  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining

Offerings

  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves beer
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves coffee
  • Serves food
  • Serves healthy options
  • Serves late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Serves small plates
  • Serves spirits
  • Serves wine

Dining options

  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating

Amenities

  • Has bar on site
  • Has toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
  • Popular with university students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs available

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space

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Guest Reviews (1127)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was our first time at Pancho Villa, and we had such a great experience! Our server, Christopher, was very kind and made us feel welcome and comfortable. I really appreciate the effort he put into making our visit enjoyable. Also, the nachos were super delicious — highly recommended!

Every year we visit Ottawa and make a point of visiting our favorite Mexican restaurant. Thank you to our server Paige for making our visit memorable. Once again, the Mole Enchiladas were fantastic. Combo platter for newbie to the restaurant, and he enjoyed it.

The food was good. Main dishes are big enough to share, but a little too big for one person. I would personally prefer somewhat less expensive and smaller plates; as the prices do tend to be a little on the expensive side. Service was very friendly and proactive. My only real critic would be the awful smell in the mens washroom.

Love this place. Second time here. My son had the nachos & we had chicken enchiladas. Great cocktails here. Dos Equis on tap. We sat on the bar side. Our server was patient & knowledgeable. We will be back.

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