Pepes Taco

C. Honduras 145C, 5 de Diciembre, 48350 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
+52 322 223 1703
$$$ Taco restaurant , Fast food restaurant , Mexican restaurant , Restaurant
(4755 Reviews)
Price Range $100–200

Pepes Taco sits quietly on C. Honduras in the 5 de Diciembre neighborhood, serving up a focused menu of Mexican staples with a special nod to tacos al pastor. The restaurant doubles as a casual fast-food spot, popular with locals and visitors alike who appreciate quick, satisfying meals without fuss. It’s clear from the moment you get near the place—smoke and sparks rise from the vertical spit where the al pastor cooks, lending the air a distinctive wood-fired flavor that lingers pleasantly around the seating area.

The vibe here is straightforward and lively, best suited for those who want to dig into authentic tacos with minimal wait and reasonable prices. The crowd is a mix of families, travelers dropping in after a day exploring Puerto Vallarta, and locals grabbing late-night tacos. The place opens mid-afternoon and stays open well into the night, making it a good spot for an early dinner or a late bite.

On the menu, tacos al pastor take center stage, but there’s also a nice range from shrimp and steak tacos to more indulgent options like queso fundido with chorizo and BBQ pork shish kebab. Don’t miss the mangonada with tajin that pairs a refreshing, tangy drink with a spicy rim. The sauces offered are notably spicy and diverse, allowing guests to tailor their tacos with a bit of heat. The Micheladas here also seem to be a popular choice to wash it all down.

The service strikes a balance between friendly and efficient, with staff often bilingual, easing communication for non-Spanish speakers. Seating includes simple tables with fans overhead which help on warm days—an important detail given the tropical heat of Puerto Vallarta.

If you enjoy street food with an emphasis on traditional flavors cooked over open flame and a laid-back eating environment, Pepes Taco fits that bill well. It’s especially appealing to those who want to be surrounded by the kind of smoky atmosphere that comes from watching meat turn slowly on a vertical rotisserie while they wait for their food.

Highlights
Has great beer selection
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Has all you can eat
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Somewhat difficult to find a space

Openings Hours

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Monday

12:00 AM - 6:00 AM

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Tuesday

12:00 AM - 6:00 AM

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Wednesday

12:00 AM - 6:00 AM

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Thursday

12:00 AM - 6:00 AM

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Friday

12:00 AM - 6:00 AM

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

12:00 AM - 6:00 AM

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

12:00 AM - 6:00 AM

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1:00 PM - 12:00 AM

4755 Reviews
Eric Macker

26 Dec 2025

I love this place! We arrived for the first time in Puerto Vallarta 2 days ago. I had seen Pepe’s name mentioned here and there in the comment section of many TikToks celebrating Pancho’s Takos. Ironically enough, our Airbnb happened to be 2 blocks from Pepe’s, so that was our first stop. Best Al Pastor tacos I’ve ever had!!! … We also tried the more popular Pancho’s Takos in the romantic zone and IMHO, they didn’t come close to Pepe’s! EXCELLENT TACOS! Amazing every single time. I will be having them at least two more times before I leave! (P.S. I can only vouch for the Al Pastor tacos)

Colleen Mullin-Hales

23 Dec 2025

Best Tacos al Pastor we had in town (many street vendors were close!!). We tipped it for is was the wood smoke flame, sparks and smoke filled the air, the chef on the vertical spit was super fun to watch!! Very entertaining. Food was quick amd prices reasonable. Totally recommend:)

Anna Edgar

09 Dec 2025

Just awesome!! Simply get 3-4 street tacos plus chips. Enjoy!! My favorite place to eat in PV. Cash only. They do take USD at 16 pesos per dollar… not bad if you don’t want to get pesos.

Maya Mukherjee

10 Oct 2025

Best tacos ever!!! The service was awesome everyone is so nice and friendly!!!! Amazing pastor, shrimp, and steak tacos. INCREDIBLE flan!!! I came here twice on my one week trip and both times were exceptional. Came solo the first time , so good I brought my brother and parents the next day. They loved it also!!!! Highly recommend visiting this place

Tania Thiessen

08 Oct 2025

We arrived a bit early not realizing this place opens at 1pm. Once we realized they are open all night, it made sense. We were able to watch one gentleman prep the all pastor for cooking. Quite the process. Very interesting. We grabbed a spot under a fan which was nice. It was warm, but moving air is welcome when it's hot. The sercive was great. Our servers English was pretty good. Our Spanish is lacking for sure. Our order was taken and delivered so hot and fresh. As with most places they had sauces for the Tacos. Two were mild, and two were spicy. The meat was spiced very nicely so I didn't need to add "heat", but my husband did. Another must go again spot.

Ch

29 Sep 2025

Open from 1 PM until 6 AM, this taco spot is a fantastic place for a late meal. The food is delicious with generous portions, and the staff are always friendly. If you’re visiting Puerto Vallarta, I think this is definitely a place you should try at least once.

Doug

16 Sep 2025

We went at 1:00 when they opened and within minutes after getting our table the place was full. I had the stuffed baked potato with Al Pastor and cheese and it was sooo good and a huge serving. My wife had the Al Pastor torta which comes with cheese and pineapple and it was delicious. It's definitely a place you must visit at least once. The service was very good and definitely a good value.

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