Jalapenos Mexican Food Parksville stands out as a beloved destination for authentic Mexican cuisine, nestled conveniently on Island Hwy E in Parksville, BC. Diners rave about the exceptional flavors served here, particularly the highly-praised Thursday Birria special. Patrons like Darrel Cooper appreciate the friendly staff, though some wish for the addition of alcoholic beverages to enhance their meals.
Among its highlights, the all-you-can-eat tacos on Sundays have garnered immense popularity, creating a communal atmosphere that diners cherish. Tiffany C. calls it the best Mexican food on the island, with her delightful fish tacos exemplifying the restaurant's dedication to quality. While loyal customers like Raymond Galan express concern over recent operational changes, his praises for the food remain unwavering.
Others, like Nina Wilder, cherish their experiences at Jalapenos for more than just the meals; the welcoming service transforms visits into memorable outings. Though some feedback indicates room for improvement on portion sizes and operational hours, the majority feel satisfied with the generous servings offered. Overall, Jalapenos Mexican Food Parksville is a must-visit for anyone craving vibrant, homemade Mexican dishes paired with an inviting atmosphere.
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Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
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Reviews For Jalapenos Mexican Food Parksville
Darrel Cooper
May 24,2025
Yes, go here. Delicious! Thursdays Birria special is amazing. Very authentic Mexican cuisine. Staff was super friendly. A margarita would have topped off the dining experience but alas, no liquor license. Still, going back for the eats.
Tiffany C
Apr 27,2025
Congratulations Jalapenos on your second location opening! Currently they have take out only, though you can still dine in. Here's a picture of their delicious fish tacos. Authentic Mexican food, the best on the island!
Raymond Galan
Apr 24,2025
Always good food here, I eat here once a week or so. Edit - it was almost every Tuesday I eat here, but today when I called they told me they are closed on Tuesdays as well now. That is unfortunate and I've changed my review a little because of it. Not being open on Mondays and Tuesdays sucks because I work in parksville on those days and unfortunately I won't be able to continue enjoying their food due to this change. They also just raised their prices this week. Raising prices and closing on Tuesdays at the same time is definitely bad for business and has changed me from a happy customer to me saying "I guess they don't want my business" I'm leaving the food at 5* because this isn't a complaint about the quality of the food, it's a complaint about how the business is run.
Nina Wilder
Apr 24,2025
I love this place - and not just because I had a REALLY awesome first date here. The people are so kind and they really deliver on service and making you feel welcome. I've been here several times - the food is always incredible (all-you-can-eat tacos on Sunday!) and I hope they stick around forever!
Cathy McDougall
Apr 14,2025
We had lunch here today. Service was great, staff was friendly and best of all the food was great. Very reasonably priced for the large portions received. I ordered the famous fajitas and it was big with not enough tortillas for the food. There was 3 small ones provided, but 6 would have been more adequate or 3 larger ones. Will go again.
Chelsea Ann
Mar 27,2025
Had several fantastic meals here while visiting Parksville. Friendly service, large portions and authentic food. Can’t ask for anything more!
Jezza
Mar 19,2025
I had a shared meal and still had enough to take home for leftovers. This place felt very authentic and it felt like the owners actually give a shit. The food was very tasty and I was kind of surprised how clean the place was compared to other venues I’ve seen on this island. If you’re looking for some authentic Mexican food with a great atmosphere, I highly recommend going here!!!
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Mar 7,2025
First time here. I had the enchiladas and my wife had the taco salad bowl. We were both very pleased with quantity and quality of food. On reading some other reviews I doubt if they were actually dining there, too many bad malicious reviews just to bring down ratings
Reviews For Jalapenos Mexican Food Parksville