Food: The menu offers a variety of Mexican dishes, including favorites like enchiladas, tacos, tostadas, and tamales. The cheese dip and salsa are particularly popular, with generous portions and delicious flavors. However, some reviews mention that the quality of the food can be inconsistent.

Service: The service is friendly and efficient, and I appreciate the attentive staff. However, when the restaurant is busy (which is nearly always is) the service slows.

Ambiance: The restaurant has a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere, making it a great spot for dining in. There is also outdoor seating available. Some reviewers note that the restaurant can get noisy when crowded.

Food Quality (1-5): Taste, presentation, and freshness.	The vegetarian platter is particularly scrumptious.	5
Service (1-5): Friendliness, attentiveness, and knowledge of the staff.	Friendly and attentive. When it’s busy you have to wait, and it’s quite noisy.	4
Ambience (1-5): Atmosphere, cleanliness, and comfort of the dining area.	Well cared for dining area. The bar, when busy, is standing room only.	4
Value for Money (1-5): Price relative to the quality and quantity of food.	I’ve never left Ponak’s disappointed. Despite poor parking and long waits, worth it.	4
Total Score		17