Acapulco

It's been almost 20 years since I've been to an Acapulco, and nothing has really changed. Service was great, food and drinks were fine. Portions are really big and it's a decent value. The place is comfortable enough, if a little old. Biggest complaint is how incredibly salty the food was. It will keep me from coming back.

This restaurant serves very great food and drinks. I had a street taco with steak. The waiter Jesus M is very funny and adds to the positivity of the atmosphere. This is a great place to celebrate a retirement for a friend. First time in California. I will be back again. Price range starts at $20 for a decent meal.

We were in Glendale for work, but I scoped out this place before I even got on the plane and was so excited to try the food after seeing the menu and reviews. We throughly enjoyed our drinks and the street taco bar. I’m from the Midwest originally and live on the East Coast now, I’ve never enjoyed Mexican food this much before. Great job!!

I love the food, the drinks, and the vibe. Mango margaritas, 10.99 fajitas special, and great service... you can't go wrong. I used to come for their brunch, and now I come for the fajitas and the chips and salsa. Just writing this review made me want to go back. 🤣😂

Quick and easy lunch. Server was friendly and food was fresh & hot

Came here to say with my daughter to have some brunch that we’ve heard so much about. Let me just say that the service provided by Federico and Juanita was phenomenal! They are all so attentive and wonderful plus the music is amazing made me want to dance.

ODE TO THE HALIBUT FILET Buttery and flaky, savory and delectable yet supple. Lost but never forgotten, May its memory be a blessing. They took it off the menu. Been coming here for 35 years and the off-menu special request has finally been nixed once and for all. The sauce IS however still available. Ask for salmon filet with the white wine sauce and it’s pretty good. Can’t go wrong with the chicken fajitas. Birria tacos are pretty good, the consommé isn’t too salty. Service was on the slow towards the end of the night but that’s to be expected.

The food was delicious, I went for the happy hour and it did not disappoint. It's a little dated, could use a renovation find nonetheless the food was delicious.

Our ladies' group loves Acapulco! We come here on Mondays once or twice a month for their amazing $3 margaritas. The food has always been fresh and flavorful, and the restaurant itself is very clean with a great outdoor seating area -- perfect for enjoying good weather and watching a game on one of the outdoor TVs. The inside has a really nice decor -- I ejoy the home made decoration in the waiting area. It's a comfortable place to relax and enjoy a meal. Sophia is one of our favorite servers -- always friendly, super fast, and her guacamole is so good! Paco is great at managing big groups and never misses a beat when it comes to organizing separate checks. And the two brothers who work there? Both are quick, attentive, and always make sure our drinks are topped off. There's a large parking lot with accessible spaces, which is a huge plus. Acapulco is a truly nice local Mexican restaurant where you can sit down, enjoy your food, and feel welcome. I hope it stays open for many years to come -- we're always happy to come back.

We love this restaurant. The food and service are great. In particular, Luis, our server, is excellent!

Today was the last day my friends and I were visiting Glendale, and we were looking for a good place to have breakfast. We saw that Acapulco was just around the corner, and I couldn't pass it up. I hadn't stepped into an Acapulco restaurant in maybe 15 years--since they closed the one in Fresno, CA. My friends and family still miss going there. So walking into this restaurant and receiving the same great service, enjoying the wonderful food, sipping endless mimosas during brunch, and hearing the live mariachis brought back so many memories. We will definitely be back--100%.

We love coming to The Pulc for happy hour! The staff is awesome (we love Manuel!) , the food is delicious (and well priced!) We always have a good time! Definitely take advantage of their rewards program-- points are easy to rack up, and you get a free entree for your birthday! Today was extra special-- our server was Elvis and he went above and beyond when he found out we were celebrating a birthday! He's also the resident flan maker, so this guy deserves extra kudos for making such a delicious dessert! Thanks, Acapulco! We'll be seeing you again very soon!

It's been a long time for what ever reason. Nice to be back. It's always a good sign seeing a couple of the long term regular employees. The place is festive with nice music and the dining room is festive in it's coloring! I had a three item combo, it was good, the shredded beef taco was actually small chunks of beef and seemed "fatty" the Chile relleno and chicken taco were both good. We also ordered Carnitas which was always a favorite here. It was an ample portion and happily very lean, it was good. Service was ok, the great part was seeing long term busser/friend Alex! What a friendly great guy! We'll be back.

I highly recommend coming to Acapulco!! Their happy hour prices are amazing and it's every day from 3pm-8pm!! I love getting their chicken quesadilla because it's filling for one person and it's super cheap. Service here is a plus. They're fast and efficient and really cater to your needs, even when they're busy. There's plenty of parking in their lot as well.

I got my seafood trio order to-go. Was very appreciative of how carefully it was packed. With cellophane wrapping not just on the food container but also the sauce. It kept the food warm until I got to my destination. Thumbs up on taste, and portion was big enough for two. Would recommend this over the dry steak that I got last time. Cashier and manager were really nice and accommodating on a Wednesday evening. I don't live near this area but the happy hour menu makes me want to come back for some drinks in the near future.

Took my family for Sunday Brunch. We were greeted immediately by the very friendly hostess and seated right away. Our server welcomed us and took our drink orders. He checked on us the entire time we were there and cleared our plates constantly and made sure to check if we needed beverage refills. There were a lot of options and I did notice staff walking around and checking that all the food items were presentable and the areas were tidy and clean. I would come back again and try the $6 drinks, but if you're not a drinker, the abuelita hot chocolate is yummy!

It's been almost 20 years since I've been to an Acapulco, and nothing has really changed. Service was great, food and drinks were fine. Portions are really big and it's a decent value. The place is comfortable enough, if a little old. Biggest complaint is how incredibly salty the food was. It will keep me from coming back.

My family and I have been coming to this place for so many years. We enjoy it every time. Thanks Luis for helping us today with our food. It was a great experience. You made us feel welcome. Environment was awesome!

While we were visiting friends nearby itcwas decided we should dinner at this establishment, as it was close to our hotel and right off the highway. Once there, our party of five made reservations; it was about a 20 minute wait. No problem; they had seating inside. A family member and I sat outside. The outdoor bar area had a TV running the seats were comfortable as well, as it was a nice night out, so why not? When we got to our table, we ordered our food. They had a Burrito - Gigante, and I choose the Asada Burrito. Desert came in the form of an order of Deep Fried Ice Cream, which was a delight. Our server for the evening was Paco C; and although he was attentive, it seemed like he was one of the only servers out there, short staffed? Maybe. The place is great for larger groups, as well as smaller ones.

Sad news Acapulco will be closing due to being sold to a private family business called IN n OUT! ( employee gave us the news) Upon our arrival, Acapulco seemed rather busy. you could tell they were short staffed. We cam after a long day at universal studios Hollywood. I'm not so sure if it was due to short staffing but the serves took our drink order and then let us know that he would be bringing is another soda with that because he ( implied) we would ask for refills. I want to say i appreciated the anticipated need but it was the way that he went about it that really just left us with a not so good impression. Mind you it may just have been an overwhelming day for him. fast forward to taking our orders... i would like to say that majority of our party ordered their queso birria tacos, a seafood dish and a chimichanga. now he wrote it down on paper which was fine but somehow back in the kitchen the paper was lost and well after 45min of waiting he came back to tell us that the order was never fired ( submitted) and that he had to take our order again. about 15 mins later we started to get some of our food.. come to find out the seafood dish was burned and so that took another 15 mins. the server then offered to waive two dinner plates from the order. he comes back with the last dish and he offered us a guacamole ( on the house which we took and a dessert also on the house, to which we declined the dessert) 2hrs later and we are wrapping up our dinner. we asked for to go boxes and all was well until we received the check. the 2 dinner plates that he mentioned were not removed. did we make a big deal.. no but were were even more dissatisfied. we just wanted to get out of there already. service was not great and well we did not feel taken care of. I wish they would have left us missing this place and wanting to come back for more but that was not the case.

Paco is the Best server Everytime I come here I ask for him to be my waiter sever so sweet and kind food is made to order just the way I like it highly recommend !! Thanks Paco!!

Me encanta ir a este restaurante, siempre todo muy delicioso! Pedi el mucho macho appetizer y me gusta que tiene tanta variedad. Y lo mejor de este restaurante es el servicio, muy bien servicio de parte de los managers, los empleados- en especial de Sergio quien siempre nos atiende muy bien y nos recommienda que comer. Definitivamente uno de los mejores restaurantes

Just had amazing service from the bartender Jose on a Sunday!! They also have $6 Cadillac margaritas that will soon pair well with football Sunday :)

Came in here with some friends and everything was great. I was reading about Paco to my friends and we wondered if our server was Paco... and it was! He was great. Attentive but not annoying. Food was good and came out fast. Parking lot in the back. I ordered the bbq chicken tostada. Delicious!

I've come here a few times, and it never disappoints! Paco gas has been our server several times, and he always has the best attitude and is always so helpful to make good recommendations. We have tried the streak ams shrimp fajitas with rice and beans, and it is simply amazing! The refried beans are covered by melted cheese, and the shrimp and steak fajitas always arrive sizzlingnto perfected with onion and bell peppers. The grilled onions are soft and full of flavor! The warm tortillas are a perfect pair when they come fresh off the comal. If you're used to a small starter, then the tortilla chips with fresh salsa are a hit. They arrive at the table sizzling warm! Or maybe you're craving something more filling. The chicken tortilla soup is full of flavor and comes in different sizes to get you going. The facility is conveniently located right off the 134 off the Pacific exit, and there's so much parking . Street parking is always an option as well. There's outside patio seating for brunches or for the summer night dinners , or you can come inside. There are tables , booths and a bar! Wherever you choose to sit, you're sure to have a good time. The games are always playing on the televisions by the bar, or you can take yourself to acapulco with the Mexican music playing. Whatever you choose, you're guaranteed a good time full of flavor , so come on down for your next dinner date.

Went on a lunch date with my hubby. I hadn't been to any Acapulco lately but I'm glad we did. We had the lunch special for $9.99 which was the enchiladas suizas. They were delicious. They did bring us fresh chips and salsa as soon as we sat down. Place wasn't too busy. Our server was very attentive. Will definitely come back when I'm in the area. Had to have a Cadillac margarita for old times sake!!

I wanted chicken fajitas rice and beans and this location delivered great service great taste and fantastic price with drink specials every day of the week. I would recommend this location for Good Spanish food

My girlfriend and I come here regularly during happy hour (3pm - 8pm), and it never disappoints! The service is consistently amazing--the staff always checks in to make sure you're comfortable and don't need anything else. They're quick with orders, though it can be a bit slower on busy Fridays, which is understandable. The ambiance really sets the tone, making it feel like you're at a lively fiesta, which adds to the whole experience. Now, let's talk about the food..it's fantastic! I highly recommend their Mexican Pizza, it's absolutely delicious and a must-try. The chicken quesadilla is another standout super cheesy with perfectly tender chicken. The nachos are also excellent, with fresh, crispy chips. The chicken taquito was just okay, but everything else more than made up for it.

Glendale's GO TO for as long as I can remember. An OG neighborhood, unpretentious staple that never gets old. Have been coming here for many years and it's still on point. Great food, perfectly priced and always welcoming. Paco was fabulous, friendly and attentive - he insisted I try the best salad dressing I've ever had in a restaurant. Delish! Thank you Paco, we'll definitely be back again and again!!

Went to Acapulco tonight for their Taco Tuesday taco bar. Have been many times. Have always been able to take advantage of the happy hour margarita pricing (everyday 3-8pm). However today, we were told that happy hour margaritas are only available in the cantina. Picture the cantina/dining area. We learned today that the approx 6 tables with green table cloths are considered "the cantina" and the approx 7 tables (in the same room) with the red table cloths are not considered "the cantina". If we wanted to wait 30 minutes, we could wait for a "cantina table" even though there were several "non-cantina" tables in the same room available. I was told they also do happy hour in their outdoor dining area, but they were short handed and couldn't accommodate that area for a couple of hours. I wasn't looking for happy hour appetizers, just happy hour pricing on the same margarita that I paid full price for. Why not just turn the tables as quickly as possible rather than have guests stacked up waiting for a green table cloth? We will be back but will plan accordingly.

Mother's Day Brunch Disappointment..... I made reservations 3 weeks ago for a party of 13 and asked if we are able to order off the regular menu if no one wanted the brunch and they surely said yes we can. The reservations was for 12:30pm and they had us waited til 2pm to get seated. Once we got seated , they told us they are not taking orders from the regular menu,only Brunch which is $42 each. So 3 people in our party did not eat because of that and the waiter still tried to charged them. Well I ate and the food the meat was cold and the enchiladas were not fresh but everything else was ok. That why some of us wanted the regular menu because the brunch food was sitting out there for too long. Very disappointing.........

Been coming here since childhood. Came today for nostalgia and everything was just like how i remembered. Our server Sophia was a sweet heart. The Happy Hour was great the food was good. Outside seating was nice. a LA staple for sure

Paco is a great server and provided great service. We appreciated his sense of humor. Thank you Paco!

Horrible food. Got heartburn afterwards. This place used to be pretty well managed and with good food. I'd like to also add whenever you're there next time, just approach the bar and observe how they're washing the glasses. That's horrifying and disgusting.

The service here is phenomenal. I've been here more than five times in the past year, and every visit feels like being greeted with open arms. We usually come during happy hour because it's such a great deal for the food. One of the staff members actually recommended one of our go-to items--the Skillet Nachos. At just $6 (a few bucks more if you add asada), it's easily the best value on the menu. We almost never finish it in one sitting. I also really enjoy the chicken quesadilla and chicken taquitos, though they're on the smaller side, so I usually order a few. The ceviche tostada is okay, but nothing standout. While I don't drink much alcohol, I did enjoy the Acapulco Sunset--it's super sweet and masks the alcohol well. My friends, on the other hand, rave about the signature margarita, and the rest of the happy hour drinks seem like great deals. From the main menu, I've tried the Flaming Fajitas Gigante, which is solid but not something I'd go out of my way to order. The Birria Tacos are overrated in my opinion--I'd prefer to grab those from a good street stand. The Burrito Gigante, however, is amazing! Just a pro tip: get the salsa on the side instead of making it a wet burrito--I'm not a fan of soggy burritos. And of course, I have to mention the bottomless chips and salsa. They're so addictive that I usually down two servings before the food even arrives. Overall, this place nails it with amazing service, great happy hour deals, and a few standout dishes. I'll definitely keep coming back!

I only give it 2 stars because their Sunday brunch buffet is its savior! So delicious and so much variety. The other menu items are sub par. But my husband loves their margaritas. Plus side is their very attentive and vivacious servers!

Highly recommend this spot to anyone who loves Mexican food. We ordered the table side guacamole, tacos vampiros, fish tacos, kids chicken fajitas, and kids pizza. Star of the show was definitely the guacamole. It was the best. Service was great. Everyone was very friendly. The restaurant was very spacious and offered regular tables and booths. One of the best things - ample parking!

Decent food, good service, but out dated restaurant. There aren't many acapulco's left but they are nostalgic to me. The food is okay. Much better Mexican food elsewhere but still give this 4 stars overall. Portions match the price. Love the table side guac as well. Chips are thin and crispy and their salsa is mild so don't be shy to dig in! Deserts are a must! Can't go wrong with the Oreo torta is amazing! So is the flan and deep fried ice cream. Restaurant decor is a bit outdated but still clean.

Service - 5/5 : our waiter was absolutely great. He was attentive and kind! He made sure we had everything we needed and could want! I couldn't have been happier and same goes for my party! Food - 5/5 : great food and good prices! I love their happy hour menu! I wasn't able to get all my friends food but they enjoyed it! Losing a star because of this city mandated surcharge! Customers SHOULD NOT have to pay for this charge for their employees to get health insurance! The owner needs to do better and provide this automatically. I say this not knowing the rules for Glendale but I do not agree with it.

We love coming here for happy hour!!! We enjoy date night every Friday night. And sometimes we come for Brunch on Sunday. Delicious!! Patrick is our favorite server!!

Daniel Esponela es un mesero muy atento y servicial muchas gracias por el servicio tan amable y rápido. Gracias Happy Mothers Day!!

As part of introducing culture through food, we brought 62 hungry 8th graders to Acapulco for a special taco lunch today, and the experience was absolutely fantastic! The staff was incredibly accommodating and well-prepared to serve such a large group. The service was efficient and friendly, and the food was a hit with all the students. Many of them were trying Mexican cuisine for the first time, and they left with happy faces and full stomachs. The tacos were flavorful and fresh, and the restaurant created a welcoming atmosphere that made it a fun and memorable experience for everyone. Thank you, Acapulco, for helping us introduce a new culture through great food! If I could, I would rate them 10 stars for the food and amazing service!

What a great experience Food was nice and warm Our waiter Federico was awesome Will be back soon!

If you love good authentic Mexican food you have to visit Acapulco Restaurant - good food, excellent customer service, nice atmosphere with outside seating too And the icing on the cake that made our visit even MORE SPECIAL was our outstanding server Paco!! Paco gave a very friendly & warm greeting from the second we walked in the door & he made sure that we had everything we needed for an enjoyable dining experience! I will definitely be back soon - and I'll ask for Paco!!

Alcapulco was amazing the other night but Elvis our waiter went above and beyond his job as a waiter. not only efficient , quick but kind a caring. we need more people like him in customer service. margarita was yummy as well as our food. thank you Elvis n Alcapulco

Let's start with the poor service, went on Thursday and restaurant has 10 tables and myself at the bar, ordered food and never came, finally the manager on duty comes out of office, I waited 50 minutes? I told her to give my check, no apology given. I come here at a minimum twice a week and it gets worse every time. I'm done

my Girl Scout troop celebrated our arrival in Cali with a wonderful dinner here. it was a great start to our trip with delicious food, amazing service, and friendly staff. Paco took such good care of us. We were well-fed and happy after a long trip from Colorado. people comment on the ambience in a negative way way but I quite enjoyed it. it's not super fancy but warm and welcoming.

Acapulco has always been a pleasure to visit and one of those restaurants I know I can count on to always keep its quality in their food and have the best staff!!! During my last visit I had Sophia as my server and let's just say she had all the characteristics of a great waitress; she tended to us without us needing to grab her attention, shared the daily/current deals, and even provided some of the best table side guacamole I've ever tried! I have been here before and all the other servers and staff have been great but Sophia definitely stood out to me and I can't wait to be back to dine at Acapulco! If I could leave 6 stars I would based off my last visit alone! :)

I love Acapulco. I go there sometimes, my favorite it's the taco Tuesday's and happy hour. Today however we went there for early lunch and the food was very good, also the service was excellent our waiter Federico was very friendly.

Delicious food and wonderful service. I was completely impressed by the quality and the taste. The restaurant is clean and comfortable. You will definitely be pleased with this establishment.

Great experience, friendly and great customer service! The atmosphere is very fun and always a good time here. The food is very good and their buffet brunch is definitely a must go to!! Always cooking food as well

Had the most amazing experience thanks to our server Paco! Food and drinks were delicious and very fairly priced. Birthday flan was topped with fresh berries and was soooo yummy! Guac and salsa were fresh & plentiful. Parking lot, tons of seating, lovely staff. "12/5 stars" - my friend

I've been going to Acapulco for over two decades as a child and it has always been in my family tradition to come here for happy hour and birthday celebrations. Since most of the locations closed down, this is where I go. Though I don't go often since the one on Northridge has been closed for some few years now, I go to Glendale location. The food is always good and the other night everything was tasty and made freshly! The salsa, tostada Del Mar, and my Cadillac margarita was very bomb! The salsa was good and made me addictive I couldn't stop eating. Also, I ordered a small side of guac and it Was delicious too! The service is always cool, been going here so we know most of the managers and the seasoned waiters. Very attentive customer service and the food is not a long wait! The ambiance is perfect! They have a nice outside patio for dining, bar area, and spacious seating inside. Overall, I'll consider Acapulco! Decent deals, and they have Monday and Thursday happy hour, taco Tuesday, and their popular weekend brunch many love going to! The food is good, been around for a while and exceptional customer service. I would say come here for happy hour or eating with you co workers or friends after work or a birthday celebration. They have they own parking lot! It's plenty of parking no doubt. -Marshay D.

Server was the best! Made guacamole at our table outside. Food was super delicious and the chips were made from scratch. So good!

Acapulco in Glendale is AMAZING! They always take perfect care of me, whether dining inside restaurant or ordering from food delivery apps (I call & ask them to put a few extra salsas in the delivery bag & they always are happy to make me happy ). Best, most fresh & tasty salsa ever!!! I've never ordered anything from here that wasn't super yum! Great margaritas too!!!

Tonight I went to the location in Glendale around 7PM. There was limited Happy Hour seating because of the large crowd. That is a good sign. The hostess, Valerie, was so professional and helpful! While I had a short wait for seating, she went out of her way to assist me; evening bussing a table for me! My server was Elvis and he was very helpful with the menu. I told Valerie when I was leaving that she made me feel right at home. Think I've found my new Taco Tuesday spot.

12/03/2023 When you have a big group, you have to pick a place that welcomes big groups. Brunch buffet with bottomless mimosas is perfect. Even better, ask for Patrick to be your server. Each mimosa was filled as much as the coffee and soda on each table we occupied. The food at the buffet was really good. Packed with flavors and the colors were amazing on each dish. I especially liked the huevos rancheros served sunny side-up on top of beans on top of a tostada. Waffles and churros where you could top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Perfect Sunday with this group. I love my gift and hope the person who got mine loved it just as much.