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Pelon's Baja Grill specializes in fresh Mexican fare inspired by California Baja style preparations.
Great Mexican food with a Southern California flair. At Pelons we serve the freshest Salsas and Guacamole avaiable anywhere in Hampton Roads. We are famous for our Fish tacos but we also serve great Carne Asada (steak), Chicken, Shrimp, Pork, and Vegetarian. Other customer favorites are the huge Burritos, Nachos, Quesadillas, Taquitos and speciality Salads. Our homade soups like Pasole, and...
Fanastic fish tacos, excellent Carne Asada, and I felt like I was back home in Encinitas, CA.
Let me start by pointing out that 2 vegan burritos and 2 sodas set us back $30. Ordered the Hawaiian Pipeline burritos, one with vegan chicken and one...
The fish tacos were pretty good, although the tortillas seemed a little stale and the fish was a little dry. I'm guessing it's hard to get corn tortillas in...
So tasty. Very good options for tacos by the Beach. Small place but they do have outside seating as well. The women at the register was so polite and helped...
Surprisingly good Mexican food right in the heart of VA Beach. I was looking for good and cheap food close to the Boardwalk. I checked out Yelp reviews and decided to give it a shot. I tried the fish tacos and they were tasty. I wasn't a huge fan of the salsa that came with the chips but it was passable. I also …
Good Baja Style Tacos. The fish tacos are some of the best Baja style you can get at the beach. It is overpriced for what you get. The service has never been that good in my opinion.
Tortilla soup burritos and tacos are awesome BUT the guacamole is basically chopped onions mixed with avocado purée (wayyyyy too much onion).
I walked in and asked if the fish was fresh. They said no so that's that. It was some weird named fish i never heard oftoo, kind of felt like a break down of the mcdonalds fish sandwich. If you...
This review is for the Fish Tacos since that's all I had... Twice in 2 days! ...So, if possible I would give them 4.5 stars, since no one is really perfect. I can't round down here though because...
I got the fish tacos which were great, really fresh. My brother got the big kahuna burrito which was not actually that big at all, smaller than a typical chipotle burrito. So my advice would be to...
So glad we found this place! Really good tacos! We have been on the hunt for good street tacos in VA and were overjoyed to find this place.We went on a Wednesday and all tacos are $2 on...
This restaurant is overpriced and nothing special. The wait staff is not friendly and the food is average. If you've ever eaten similar food in San Diego, you'll be extremely disappointed.
We shared a delicious salad, fish tacos, and a chicken burrito & two beverages. Took a bite of the burrito and noted the center was cold-asked counterperson to please nuke it. Waited a while and couldn't understand why until I was given a new freshly prepared burrito-uncalled for but appreciated.
absolutely fresh. made with all fresh ingredients small and intimate...with a couple of table outside on small patio
Was considering ordering the chicken burrito, but with the menu having more creative names for their entrees, I accidently order the steak burrito. And I'm very happy I did. It was excellent. My wife got the chicken burrito and while it wasn't bad at all, I enjoyed mine much more.
Has a skater feel to it. Food reminded me of Qdoba with more flavor. I like the fact that is perfectly priced to keep away the buffet crashers. I would come to it again.
Local favorite! My family and I live chilling at the beach all day and then swinging by after for a burrito. We always get the hang ten or the unemployed surfer. They have yummy fresh salsa too. I would definitely recommend staying away from the pork. It was really greasy and smelly and tasted like road kill. Their chicken is amazing though.
We visited Pelon's several times on our recent trip to VA beach. Food was excellent and had a nice selection. Prices were a bit high compared to similar type grills out there, but again food was worth it. Conveniently located by the beach area as well!
The food has always been amazing. The fish tacos are soooo good. They have been working very hard to improve the quality of the service and it shows. Be sure and try the special sauces in the plastic bottles. The guac, salsa and queso combo is the freshest youll find.
Whenever I am in the VA beach area I make sure to stop at Pelon's Baja Grill. The Fish Tacos live up to the hype, they are always delicious! The fish is fresh, the slaw is crisp, the pico de gallo is tasty, and the dressing is creamy. My girlfriend likes their margaritas and I usually go with a Tecate....
We had a recommendation from our guide on a dolphin watching tour to eat here. So we gave it a try and as we walked in the door, there he was! That's the kind of local recommendation I like to see. I wouldn't all it mexican food. Baja Grill is a good descriptor. Loved the salsa, unique and I wish...
This local establishment captures the flavor, attitude and zest of authentic Southern California baja style food. Great prices, awesome flavor. This native San Diego family agrees and approves this message!
Fresh, good, Mexican food at reasonable prices. This was not covered in sauce and cheese, it had fresh fish and light sauces. You order at a counter and the food is brought to your table. Service was pretty quick for fresh food. We would definitely go back.
This is a cute little local place that had great fish and shrimp tacos and excellent, friendly service - will definately go back again!!
Based on positive reviews i read,i tried the "famous fish tacos".I was very dissapointed..The fish was hard and the tortillas were rubbery.We ordered and paid for our food then told later while we were waiting for our order that a item we ordered from the menu was not available.My family also got a vege taco and quesadillas.I make them better...
This is one of the best kept secrets at the oceanfront. A real locals favorite. The food is fresh and prepared on site. The service is always cheerful. As for the parking, the review below never mentioned the food! Why? They didn't eat there! There are signs all over the beach and that lot mentioning the towing policies. Parking at the oceanfront is taken seriously at the oceanfront. Don't park...
I stopped at Pelon’s Baja Grill in VA Beach for lunch today. The carne asada tacos were just so-so, but what came during our visit has prompted me to write. Don’t patronize this place, not because of the food but the shop's property owners. They signed a contract with Aristocrat Towing and seem to be running a scam. Within seven...
Pelon's - You just lost two customers of 3+ years (and both our families) today. The owners of the North End Shops has let Aristocrat, a sleazy, crooked, lying company scavenge it's lot for patrons that dare to step foot out of their parking lot. My sister and I had a great time at the beach and as we always...
Great value and friendly restaurant. Our family had the Hawaiian Burrito, the Vegetarian Burrito, the quesidilla and nachos. All were wonderful.
Online they say they are a Mexican family and they are not. The tacos were falling apart, the rice was white rice with cilantro, which is not Spanish style rice, with something gritty which made me think it fell on the floor and they serve to us anyway. The tacos also had something gritty also which made us think they...
We stopped in with our two kids (ages 3 and 1) and had a fantastic meal. Shrimp tacos were wonderful, beef burrito was great, and the kids loved their quesadillas. The only negative for the food was that the carnitas taco was bland, however the meat was very tender. We would 100% return again the next time we are in...
For what it is, it's decent food. I has one shrimp and two fish tacos. I was hoping for fresh seafood but it wasn't. This is a cool place to hang with friends after a day at the beach. I had no issues with the service.
The food is good, the vibe is funky and we came at happy hour when margaritas were cheaper and tacos were buy 2, get one free. Since we were at the beach we all got fish or shrimp tacos and even my two teenaged daughters didn't have anything to complain about
Still rushing people out. I wrote a follow up review a couple months ago about how much better the people were after my initial bad review, but I had to delete it because we've had more bad experiences there. We pulled up at 8:45 (yes...it was late but it was still 15 minutes before closing!) and the girl turned off the "open" sign. She saw us pull up and then just walked back in, so we left....
Good Mexican food is hard to come by in Virginia but this has to be one of the best in Hampton Roads. Extremely relaxed atmosphere and flavorful food, and it also doesn't hurt that they have pictures of my hometown everywhere ;) I'm definitely a regular as I only work down the street.
Great chunky guacamole and the burrito was great. Really casual. Order at the counter and they drop it off at your table.
My husband and I have lived in Virginia Beach for 5 years and we eat Pelon's multiple times a month! We almost always get fish tacos and the guac & chips. The guac-queso-slasa sampler is delicious too, as well as the Grass Hut burrito and shrimp tacos. The staff are always helpful and have a bit of a grouchy charm...
Didn't love the long wait but it was worth it. Fun menu items, yummy food and fun history of the building and restaurant. Wish we lived closer.
Counter service. Beach/surf atmosphere.
Went to Pelons because I heard great things about their fish tacos. Meh. They do not compare to Rubios' fish tacos. Ordered the salsa/queso/guacamole and chips appetizer and can tell you that it is NOT worth the $12. The guac is a little bland and the queso is salty. The salsa was unusual. It is cut...
Boy, this place might be overrated on here a bit. It's a neat little place, but I would say the food isn't all that great. I had shredded pork tacos, and the pork was as dry as a bone. The salsa is strange; it has slivers of tomatoes (?) and it had what tasted like vinegar in it. Not bad,...
This restaurant had the slushy kind of margaritas - my favorite, and were good. Loved the homemade sauces and fresh ingredients in their tacos - both chicken and beef were small chunks rather than shredded with a generous amount of guacamole & sour creme. Plus great brownie to top it all off. A fun hip place, order at counter, nice...
This is a hidden dive. My friends talked this place up and I thought it matched my expectations. The chips and salsa/guac/cheese dip combo was neat for people like me who love it all.. Also it was fresh! There was beer offered. They also have good tacos! Moderately priced and cool environment. The service was just okay, maybe the people...
Wow, I love this place! I visit several times during every visit to Virginia Beach. It is located directly across the street from our fave motel, The Belvedere, so it is very convenient. They have a pretty extensive menu but their fish tacos are to die for! The soft taco shell is perfectly thin so that you get all the...
My husband and I walked to Pelon's for lunch from our hotel on the beach. The inside is quaint with great decor and ambience. Based on previous reviews we decided to order the fish tacos and weren't disappointed. Flavorful and filling with big chunks of tuna. We had the queso and chips to start. The queso was creamy with little...
I thought my food was pretty good. My wife liked it a lot. They have quite a bit to choose from and I'd like to go back and try some other items. Nice atmosphere.
Had heard about Pelon's, but just had to finally try it ourselves! Wish we hadn't waited so long! We are locals, so it has become a favorite! All burritos can be served as a "bowl". Ask to have them served on greens! What a salad= two meals in one! No table service isn't a problem, as the staff is so...
I loved it here!!! I grew up with a house in the North End and spent summers working at the beach. This place took me back to that time in my life. The cashier was friendly and helpful with her honest feedback of my order and not at all bothered when i later decided I wanted to add a margarita...
This was one of our favorites. Located off the boardwalk near 37th St. Don't expect linens and silverware. This is a very casual place but the food was great. Try the fish tacos.
Walked here to dinner from our hotel. The place is a hole in the wall in a strip of businesses, but was worth the walk. Small inside with only a dozen of so tables, but the crowd turned over pretty quickly so that was not an issue. Had the fish tacos which were very good. My lovely wife had a...
Very authentic. Fish tacos are 2 die 4. Large and tasty margaritas. Excellent variety of hot sauces. Normally I wouldn't like ceso but this was great. Foolish 2 miss if ur in va beach
This restaurant has counter service and everything was a la carte, so casual and cost effective. The food quality and taste was great! Cute atmosphere too.
Went to Pelon's Baja Grill @ the beach location. Was looking forward to the fish tacos. Ordered 2 fish and one shrimp taco. I had previously had fish tacos at Gringo's and these were not nearly as good, but they were half the price...you get what you pay for. The shrimp taco, however, was very good (it has some pineapple...
You will love this tiny Baja Grill! My adult children all ask we visit when in VA Beach.
Had their fish tacos, steak burrito and chips and queso. All were great. A little bit of a walk off the main street on Pacific but was definitely worth it. You have to try their queso and chips.
We love fish tacos and shrimp tacos. I tried one of each. Both were great but I wold say I liked the shrimp tacos more as it had a bit of sweet with the pineapple salsa. While the fish taco had a little heat next time I will try one of their many sauces to put put a little more...
Very casual atmosphere so don't expect lavish decor or table service but the food more than makes up for it. Great value.
We stopped by here on a Monday night on our way back to the hotel. It is a small 'hole in the wall' type of place - but don't let that fool you. Inside the walls are covered with surfing stuff - nice vibe. I decided on a fish taco - I have heard of them but never have eaten...
This place was recommended and glad it was. It is a small venue but fast. It does have some seating outside. I had fish tacos. Tasted very fresh and plenty for me. Reasonable price and friendly staff.
Burritos from Heaven! After an all day sesh last summer we discovered this stand along surfer friendly spot! Delivers everytime no matter how hungry you are (try the "Dude"). Owner takes pride in his recipes and uses fresh ingredients with lots of meat. Fish Tocos are light and great for keeping calories in check. Chips are awesome with real salsa...
Great value, terrific food, good atmosphere. Love it
I had the chicken burrito with guacamole. My husband had the same thing with no guacamole and complained that his was pretty bland. I loved mine, so maybe all the good flavor is in the guacamole! They do have lots of sauces he could have used, but since many of the bottles are unmarked he wasn't sure which to use....
Wonderful fish tacos! Very reminiscent of our favorite California taco joints! YUMMY!
This place is by far the best burrito place in Hampton Roads. Forget Moe's, Q'doba, and Chipotle. They've got nothing on Pelon's. The laid back "surf" vibe and the casual decor is definitely welcoming to all who enter. I go here all the time!
Tasty food to eat after a long day in the sun or on the beach. Great place to "refuel".
My husband and I regularly go to Pelon's Baja Grill - both the Virginia Beach and Norfolk locations. We LOVE this restaurant. Reasonably priced, fun atmosphere, and easily the BEST fish tacos I've ever had on the east coast. It is always a good idea to visit their website before planning your trip as they have great weekly deals, particularly...
I love that Pelon's is open until 10 PM every night. Went late last night w/ my husband and we got 2 burritos & chips/salsa. Loved the salsa- very unique, like no other salsa I've ever tried. Our...
Food that's fresh and really good. The interior is decorated in a surf/skate motif and they have a couple of TVs overhead. Friendly staff, good service.I've had the fish tacos. Really good, some of...
Best fish tacos in Hampton Roads. Made in the classic San Felipe style -- breaded white fish, corn tortillas, shredded cabbage, and a mayo/ sour cream dressing.There are others (Gringo's?) that have...
pelons is so good. Their fish tacos and burritos are amazing. So are the...
Nothing but praise. Being knee deep in the burrito game I know a good burrito when I have one. Tons of specialty burritos and tacos. Think if Chipotle were independently owned and had some creativity...
At Pelon's Baja Grill, food is what we re all about! The Muscara family from Orange County, California, offers a lifetime of passion and experience for healthy, tasty and authentic Mexican food, prepared for...
Casual hangout serving great burritoes and salsa - looks to be popular with the surfing/skateboarding set
Pelon's Baja Grill can be found at Pacific Ave 3619. The following is offered: Restaurants. The entry is present with us since Sep 9, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In Virginia Beach there are 378 other Restaurants. An overview can be found here.
Since 2005, Pelon's Baja Grill has been providing Retail - Grills (eating Places) from Virginia Beach.
Welcome to Pelon's Baja Grill - The most popular Baja Style Mexican food restaurants in Hampton Roads.We are the Muscara family, originally from Southern California, we opened our Oceanfront location in 2005, and our Ghent location in 2007. Being a family owned & operated restaurant, we bring together our passion for food and the beach, to offer you delectable dishes and friendly service, in a...
Virginia Beach is home to the eatery that brings the southern California style Mexican fare to Virginia. Pelon's Baja Grill serves dishes like several different burritos served in a bowl, fish tacos, chicken, vegetarian and mushroom quesadillas.
With location in Ghent as well as the Oceanfront, our California style Mexican food is what you're hungry for! Come down for lunch or dinner and grab a beer while you're here.
Pelon's Baja Grill is located at 3619 Pacific Ave, Virginia Beach, VA. This location is in the Northeast Virginia Beach neighborhood. This business specializes in Mexican Restaurants.
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