Had a couple of dishes and we all shared Everything was good and fresh Would definitely come back ! Nice beer to top it off
- Price $$$$
- Business Meals
- Kosher
- Outside Seating Area
- Take Away
ABOUT PEPITO’S
Launched in the spring of 2016, Pepito’s is the brainchild of 3 young immigrants from Venezuela and Colombia who had always felt a burning desire to bring the tastes of Latin American street food to Jerusalem. Thus far, the Pepito’s has been getting rave reviews from locals and travelers alike who are happy to see new tastes arrive in the Mahane Yehuda Market.
WHAT TO EAT
The name of the game is certainly meat at Pepito’s, and you can get various types either stuffed in sandwich bread or wrapped up in a tortilla with veggies and sauces made only from the freshest ingredients int he market.
Their signature item is the La Bomba — corned beef, Italian salami, Romanian Salami, an egg, vegetables and potato chips.
However, the kosher Cuban-style El Cubanito, La Negra and even the vegetarian version of the La Bomba are certainly worth a try as well.
Photos: Courtesy of Pepitos
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 55 traveler reviews“A gem in the local marketplace! ”
Just a very small shop, maybe 4-5 tables if that. But let me say, the food is absolutely delicious, cooked to order, and good prices for the quality. I had a couple empanadas, one chicken and one beef, and my friend had a beef burrito looking item that he said was amazing. The service...
MoreJust a very small shop, maybe 4-5 tables if that. But let me say, the food is absolutely delicious, cooked to order, and good prices for the quality. I had a couple empanadas, one chicken and one beef, and my friend had a beef burrito looking item that he said was amazing. The service from the Colombian waitress was quick, courteous, and friendly. Actually the entire crew that was working were upbeat, singing, and smiling throughout the hour meal and it was as pleasant as could be. The asado nachos were the pinnacle though! Amazingly tender, nothing overly spiced, and complimented by the sour cream and guac. Just a delightful place with great people watching in a consistently busy part of the market. Well worth a visit if you have a craving for Latin food.
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“How come that I haven't tried this place before?”
I remember when Pepito opened and walked infront if it frequently, but only a couple of weeks ago I first checked the menu and actually the no gluten sign made me even try something like this, and this is how I ate my first empanada in my life. :) It was true love for...
MoreI remember when Pepito opened and walked infront if it frequently, but only a couple of weeks ago I first checked the menu and actually the no gluten sign made me even try something like this, and this is how I ate my first empanada in my life. :) It was true love for the first bite, I had the feeling given in the title :) and I took my family there after a couple of times solo tasting, because I just didn't want to believe that it's really so good. :) My family also enjoyed it, almost as much as me :) , and it's good to know that there are options for gluten free foods there! Collective Latin restaurant in the market place with Latin music and homemade and handmade food, that should be the key of the success. I suggest you to try the empenadas, so far you can choose between meat or chicken, but it's already under planning to add a vegetarian version as well, but I suggest to try the La Bomba sandwich with tortilla that does have a vegetarian version and they are both very tasty for me. :)
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