Chancho Tortilleria

After reading the lower google reviews I still decided to give them a fair. Low and behold I quite disappointed for many reasons. Rating based on food/drinks service and atmosphere: We ordered: Food: Guacamole and Chips 1/5 -lacked any flavour. missing cilantro and onions - Tortilla chips were cold and old with far too much oil remaining on them -chips were double fried 1/2 lb Pork Belly 3/5 -lucky was not too dry however meat was not mixed well with equal fat and lean meat. -seriously lacking seasoning Classic Margarita 3/5 - price point is on the high side considering quality that you receive in my personal opinion. Lemonada 3/5 -price point was also high considering what the item is, nothing special Service 1/5 Overall service is pretty bad, not in the sense that staff were rude. However the restaurant gave off a McDonalds level of service where customers order, seat themselves, and no one comes to check on food quality or other things needed. As others have mentioned, payment is required prior to receiving food as well as a tip! Tipping in my opinion has gone overboard in Vancouver. Starting option here is 16% without knowing service quality and food quality is quite absurd. Atmosphere: Overall a nice looking restaurant, interior looked lively, washrooms were clean. Nothing much more than that.

Very authentic place! I ordered a Paloma and it was delicious. For tacos I got the adobada and the meat was flavourful. I also enjoy the side of beans that you get on the side.

Lovely, clean, and welcoming place. The food is good, fairly average, but I believe the kitchen could do a bit more. The same goes for the service, especially when there are only a few customers; a little more attention to service would be appreciated. Overall, an average spot that I would still recommend, Price are average as well.

Where do I even begin? The tacos are insane - authentic and just plain delicious. The atmosphere is super chill, very easy-going and unpretentious. You order and pay before you sit at your table so there’s nothing much to their service but they have super friendly staff and super willing to give you directions to navigate their menu and give you great options if you’re not sure what to get. They also allow dogs on their patio which is such a bonus.

Casual laid back atmosphere, order at the counter and food/drinks are brought to your table. All of our food was mouth watering good. If you like heat, make sure to try their hot sauce- a tasty spice that builds. Will definitely go back.

Lovely little spot with good food and excellent drinks but seems a bit confused service wise. We walked in and were given menus and told to order at the bar. We came to the bar to order and turns out they meant the hostess station, but they took our order at the bar anyway... Was a bit awkward. They then took our second order from the table? And then we had to pay at the host stand. There were more than enough servers working to provide table service - not sure why I had to leave my seat to order, and you have to tip up front, before you even have an opinion on the service or taste the food. Thankfully, the food and drinks were great! The mezcal margaritas are excellent, and the sauces are so good. Great food, everyone was nice but I really think they need to just commit to table service -it would feel more welcoming and make the vibe better. A small thing too - put the amount of tortillas included per weight of taco filling on the menu. Otherwise wise, good spot, and I'll be back, but it was a bit strange the way it operated.

We did walk in and had brunch here this morning. No lineup. We scanned a QR code at the front of the restaurant. In the end, the server introduced what we should be ordering. We thanked him for his recommendations. It was our first time here and didn’t know what’s good. We ordered veggie and pork tacos as well as Chilaquiles con Huevos. All of the dishes were great. We usually eat Mexican food in US but rarely in Canada. The service was great. The server was very caring and attentive. We didn’t ask for extra plates but he noticed we were sharing food, so he brought us extra an additional plate and fork. The ambiance and background music perfectly matched the Mexican cuisine. We enjoyed the brunch here. The interior design was on par with we expected to see on Commercial Drive. Also, the washroom was clean. I would recommend friends and family could come here for brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hours.

Disappointing Experience – Felt Unwelcome I was excited to try this place as a newcomer, but my experience was disappointing from the start. I found it strange that I couldn’t order from the table and had to go to the cashier to place and pay for my order upfront. The food looked decent but expensive for the price, but I didn’t understand why tipping was expected in this setup. What really stood out, however, was the service. The staff constantly moved around me, and the moment I finished a plate, it was taken away instantly. It made me feel uncomfortable, almost as if I wasn’t welcome there. As I left, I started wondering what could have caused this treatment—then I realized I was wearing a Palestinian-patterned scarf. It became clear that this might have been the reason for the unwelcoming atmosphere. Judging people based on their appearance rather than providing quality food and good customer service is truly disappointing. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone who values inclusivity and respectful treatment.

Price/quality (4/4): I ordered the maciza and it was very tasty. The meat was tender and well-seasoned, just like it should be. They do have a limited menu though, which probably helped keep costs down without compromising on quality. Service (1/1): This restaurant is set up differently in that customers need to pay up front, but it was otherwise friendly and effective. Would I come here again: Yes

Grabbed dinner with a friend here a few weeks ago and for drinks, 1/2 lbs of pork belly with tacos and guacamole with chips it was about $80 after tax/tip I liked the vibe - it was casual - you order at the front host/hostess station and they bring your food to you. Not everyone is used to that but I found it manageable. They refilled my water regularly. Washrooms were clean which were nice and the restaurant area though dimly lit was well maintained. Definitely would recommend the pork belly tacos - they were surprisingly filling for 1/2 lbs even though pricier than some other places it tasted good which was important. Guacamole was also super solid and chips were decent - not stale like some taco places around town. Would go again - but watch out on ordering as those costs can add up. One of the patrons at another table grabbed a slice of pizza from next door and ate it outside before coming back in to join their dining companions.

I went here with some friends for a late night post-dinner hangout and since we were a large group, a lot of places cannot really seat a large group without reservation on a Saturday night, as expected. Here, it was not busy at all, so we went right in and got some food and drinks. I tried the campechano set and the pricing is very high for what you get for quality. Maybe because I grew up in SoCal so I am spoiled with Mexican food, but here, the quality is not really up to par and overpriced. 3 tacos for 16.50 (1/4 lb) and goes up from here, it is quite a bit pricey. There is decent amount of meat but the tacos felt a bit bland and the tortilla is a bit stale so it was very hard to cut into. The server doesn't put much effort and just asks us to do a good fraction of their work with ordering, etc.

Came here one afternoon for drinks. There was no one else here which could have been a sign. You have to order up front when you walk in and pay at the register, then they will bring your order out to you. Pretty inconvenient if you want to to sit down and just order things like at a regular restaurant. Needless to say this was a big factor in us not staying much longer than our first round of drinks. Who wants to get up order, pay, sit down, repeat over and over again? Got a couple of margaritas that were just OK. There is an open wall between inside and outside so whatever temperature it is outside is the same inside, plus there were a lot of fruit flies inside.

We got -1/4 Pound Panza (Pork Belly) (17.50$): I think I liked this one the best. Thanks to the fattinness of the pork belly, it had the most flavour/was not dry. -1/4 Pound Campechano (Pork Shoulder+Belly) (15.50$): Was ok, one again-felt like it could've had more flavour. -1/4 Pound Al Pastor (Pork + Pineapple) (?$): Surprisingly liked this one the least even though it's usually my favourite. Felt like it lacked a bit of flavour/moisture, and the portion of pineapple wasn't enough for all the tacos. Also was missing the coleslaw. The tortillas: they were quite good, however they were completely falling apart. The presentation, albeit aesthetically pleasing, was quite inconvenient given that all 4 tortillas were piled under the meat. As such, instinctually (to guarantee an adequate tortilla to filling ratio), you might think to distribute the filling before digging in. However, if you do this, the tortillas will weaken due to the juices of the filling, resulting in anticipating a bite just for it to escape your mouth at the last second. Also, I think I would prefer for the filling to come pre-distributed per tortilla. I think overall it was quite expensive for what you're getting. I think there's potential, but was a bit disappointed.

This is my 3rd time going to Chancho! My first time was at their Yaletown location, and I've been twice now to their Commercial Drive location. Service and quality are still stellar! It's a casual place; you go in and order first, then seat yourself. My friend and I split 1/4 lb each of veggie mix and pork mix. Each order comes with 4 tacos. My favourite part of Chancho are their side dippings and add-ons. I basically ate the beans side dish on its own at the end of my meal haha. The pork mix is tender and flavourful, with a few pieces of fat embedded to keep it moist. The veggie mix is flavourful too! The first time I ate it, I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. The only thing I dislike is the presentation of the tacos. The 4 tacos are layered on top of each other, fanned out, and the meat/veggie filling put on top. It's hard to get an even distribution of filling to taco, because the top one always has the most sauce/liquid. It's also a bit clunky to pull out the taco and grab filling to put in it. Service is very friendly and welcoming! Everyone has a smile.

We did walk in and had brunch here this morning. No lineup. We scanned a QR code at the front of the restaurant. In the end, the server introduced what we should be ordering. We thanked him for his recommendations. It was our first time here and didn't know what's good. We ordered veggie and pork tacos as well as Chilaquiles con Huevos. All of the dishes were great. We usually eat Mexican food in US but rarely in Canada. The service was great. The server was very caring and attentive. We didn't ask for extra plates but he noticed we were sharing food, so he brought us extra an additional plate and fork. The ambiance and background music perfectly matched the Mexican cuisine. We enjoyed the brunch here. The interior design was on par with we expected to see on Commercial Drive. Also, the washroom was clean. I would recommend friends and family could come here for brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hours.

I have long said that Vancouver has a dearth of good Mexican food. Chancho is doing its part in proving me wrong. My friend and I ordered a half pound of pork shoulder and a half pound of pork belly. The pork shoulder was great--meaty and delicious, but the pork belly... the pork belly is what I'll be dreaming about. It was melt-in-your-mouth soft with perfectly fatty bits. On top of all that were three fantastic salsas with varying levels of heat, hearty black beans, and some pickled cabbage and lime to balance it all out. It didn't look like much with an eye test, but it was surprisingly filling! Service is casual, you order at the front as soon as you walk in (so be ready). I enjoyed the bright pink exterior, but didn't love the plasticky tablecloths. All in all a great spot for lunch but not super conducive to hanging out for much longer!

I've been to their other restaurant on Davie Street and was delighted to see they opened a new location on Commercial! Congratulations on the growth and success of your business! When you're walking down The Drive, look out for the characteristic pink exterior. When you walk in you'll see enjoy the vibrant energy and the artistic paintings on the walls. In other words, the first impression is definitely "a vibe". My friends and I previewed the menu online in advance because we knew that you have to order right away before you sit down at a table. We ordered 1 pound of carnitas, which came with fresh corn tortillas, the chilaquiles (happy hour special), palomas, and classic margaritas. For dessert we got the churros :) YUM!!!!!!!! The staff were all very friendly! I was super happy with the quality of the food and the fast, friendly service. I look forward to coming back again soon :)

Great taqueria. A bit different - they focus on pork carnitas. The carnitas are great - really good quality pork, both kinds are really good. I also really love the different sauces they give you, plus they give you good amount of black beans and guacamole also. They also have tortas which looked really good - made from crispy French bread. Soup was also delicious.

Everything went well! The staff are friendly, the atmosphere is unpretentious and authentic-feeling (not trying too hard), and my order came quickly both times I visited. The menu has very few items, so they can do what they do spectacularly! They render the pork belly so perfectly that they don't seem overly fatty! Amazing! I'll keep coming back often!

I stopped by to takeout a Torta (mixed pork). Pretty good sandwich, filling was generous and came with some pickled onions and green salsa on the side. Everything tasted fresh. My gripe is the bread - similar to a french baguette, very crusty. Not your typical Mexican torta bread. The selection of meats is also limited. For Vancouver Mexican food, solid 4/5. But for Mexican food in general, 3/5 at best. I was spoiled while living in SoCal and that bar is set very high. Service was great, everyone super friendly. Place seemed clean and comfortable. Street parking.

We ordered the 1/4 lb squash and 1/4 lb potato tacos, both were insanely delicious. In my experience, lots of places sleep on veggie tacos but these were so flavorful and the three salsas + beans and slaw exceeded my expectation! The food came out fast and the service was incredible.

I found the very loud music distracting . It was impossible to enjoy the food and converse with your lunch companions. This is a shame, because the food is good.

Food was average as, dry, tortillas broke and expensive. Good vibe and atmosphere