Don Pablo's
Columbia, MD 21045
Phone: (410) 290-1618
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Editorial Review for Don Pablo's – by Katie Heffernan
In Short
Bright colors and big booths make this quick-service, sit-down Mexican restaurant a cheery choice for group outings. The traditional menu--including classic enchiladas, soft and crispy tacos, mesquite-grilled shrimp, sizzling fajita platters and made-from-scratch salsas--features lunch specials, create-your-own combinations and to-go options for more fast-paced patrons. Tequila makes its appearance in house margaritas and cocktails. Bringing the little ones? They're catered to with a kid-friendly, Tex-Mex menu.
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Insider Tips
When to GoLunch specials--which come with a fountain soda, cup of tortilla soup or side salad, plus rice and beans--are available until 4pm Monday through Friday.
The ExtrasThrowing a party, business meeting or other event? Don Pablo's can put together hot ready-to-serve large fiesta platters.
What to DrinkIf you're looking to economize your tequila intake, opt for the 27-ounce Lotsarita margarita. Extra-large beers are also available.
User Reviews for Don Pablo's
08/22/2006 Posted by charmcitybaby
Good restaurant, very "Applebees-ish" as far as the authenticity goes. Don Pablos has one very big dining room with high ceilings, usually very crowded (booths only around the perimeter) and noisy. Bar area is nice, gets crowded around happy hour because they have some really nice specials. Chile Releno is not the best, and the food overall is average. If you like Chevy's, you will like the style, but the food, and even the sides, don't match up with the food you get at Chevy's. Priced a little too high for average Mexican food. Parking is difficult during peak dining hours because it is right next to Famous Daves and Macaroni Grill in a very hectic shopping area.
Pros: Mexican food, bar specials, predictable
Cons: Loud, crowded, average food
