Pepito's deli is definatley the best mexican food in the eastbay. since i was a child back in 1986 have i been eating at Pepito's, and nothing much has changed, except for a few more items on the menu. and the food has been consistent and filling since as far as i can remember. now in 2006, Pepitos deli is still the best in the east bay...another good resturant is in the mission in San Francisco, Pancho Villa taqueria, the food is just as good or even better than Pepito's, but it is more expensive...

The Best Mexican Food
Working in the area, I go to Pepito's once a week. My favorite is the Enchilada Suiza plate. They have excellent tortas and their menudo is the best I've had. Their hot sauce and chiles are homemade and fresh. Definitely authentic and reasonably priced.
Recommended: Enchilada Suiza plate
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10

i agree with your critique
Ny name is Nayaa, I attended a desktop publishing course at Richmond High School back in 1992 and stumbled upon Pepito's Deli. Then I ordered the "enchilada suiza" plate (price was $3.20), then I started adding a chile relleno to the enchilada plate for a combo dinner. Now, in 2003, it's all I order and I must have it at least 2 times a month. In March of this year, I moved to the Caribbean Islands but as soon as I landed in November (home for the holidays) literally as soon (landed on the evening of the 4th & was at Pepito's on the 5th) as I got back to the bay I headed for a great meal.
Recommended: enchilada suiza (and go ahead and add a chile relleno to the plate)
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 8
Overall: 10
- i agree with your critique

Great Homemade Food
I loved it! Not only is the food delicious but the dining area is colorful. As soon as you walk in feel as if you were transported to Mexico, with its authentic Mexican groceries, pinatas and candies you'd only find in Guadalajara. They also have an array of fresh sweet Mexican bread. The menu is full of variety with the basic burritos and tacos to specialty dishes that the head chef prepares personally. Not only is the food the best but the prices are frugal! You truly walk away with a smile of satisfaction.
Recommended: Camarones a la Diabla
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10

Old School Authentic Mexican Cuisine
This is an awesome find in the Bay area! The excellent dishes served here are exquisitely prepared as it would in the hacienda of a wealthy 'patron' DEEP IN THE MEXICAN INTERIOR. Enjoy!
Recommended: everything!!
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 6
Overall: 10