Gringos & Mariachis

★★★★☆ 4.1 (998) • $$

"Ambiance is amazing, very chilled and relaxed.Service: amazing staff. Very cordials!Food: incredible"

Tortas Y Tacos La Chiquita

★★★★☆ 4.4 (756) • $$

"I was at work and wanted to order something for dinner in the area that was still open around 9:30 PM. Found tortas y tacos on uber eats so I went for it! I ordered 3 tacos but somehow ended up with 4 (not complaining!) really delicious and plenty of cilantro, lime and onions! It is a bit pricey in my opinion for a taco but a decent splurge once in awhile when you're really hungry doesn't bother me. My colleague also got the quesadilla and really enjoyed it. Would like to visit in person one day just to actually take a peak at the restaurant but I'm assuming it's pretty casual."

Mama Tigre

★★★★☆ 4.3 (785) • $$

"Are you looking for Mexican...or Indian cuisine? Well guess what if you can't choose then come here! They offer a mix of both! The style inside is more catered to Mexican style but is very colorful. They have amazing drinks, food and i have been here a few times and have always had wonderful customer service! Great place to bring your family or your date! All in all a great place to stop by and check out especially if everyone wants different options."

La Mexicana Bakery & Taqueria

★★★★☆ 4.4 (732) • $$

"We recently moved to the area and found this spot on Yelp. We love it! We usually place our orders on Yelp for takeout and the food is prepared so quickly. Our favorite item from here are the birria tacos. The meat was really flavorful and the consume was great. I ordered without cheese because dairy upsets my stomach but I'm sure it would taste even better with cheese! We also tried the California burrito, Mexicuban Torta, and carne asada burrito. All were great and we would definitely order from here again. We also ordered the cookies and chocolate cake from the bakery and they were delicious."

El Paso Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (920) • $$

"If you're looking for a surf & turf burrito or carne asada fries reminiscent of San Diego, El Paso Mexican Restaurant has got you covered! Their carne asada tacos are legit as well. Portion sizes are huge (plenty to share), and their sangria doesn't disappoint. Service was pretty standard, and parking is plentiful in the lot just outside the restaurant.They have multiple locations in NoVA, so I'm sure I'll be visiting one of them again in the near future."

La Malinche

★★★★☆ 4.2 (611) • $$

"Still just a good! Good portion sizes. Excellent flavors. The tinta is heavenly but if you like sweeter drinks go with the Cava. You won't be disappointed! Food is almost as authentic as it gets. The only tapa I didn't like was the croquetas de pollo. Taste more like a fish stick. Loved both empanadas but the chicken was the winner. Waitress was excellent!"

Cielo Rojo

★★★★★ 4.5 (531) • $$

"3.5To the surprise of no one, this review is of the old location. This new spot with ample outside seating and spacious interiors... I don't know her. I came to CR when you had to work for your eating experience. Despite the struggle, it still worked out. Sorta.I was doing double duty: I was meeting up with some old friends and getting a vibe check of Takoma Park. Well, thanks to me underestimating the time it too to get from Foggy Bottom to Takoma Park (or maybe I just had a *really* bad rideshare driver), I didn't get as much exploratory time as I wanted in Maryland. No worries, that just means I get more time to eat and hang out with my friends, right? Wrong. This was the old location. Outside seating was scarce and people hung out like they were at home, not at a restaurant. Even though my 'you move now'-fu is legendary, the outside didn't turn over for over an hour. We should have left but by then we had given so much time to waiting it seemed fruitless to leave. It didn't help matters that I spied a vacant 4-top 20 minutes before we were seated. Not that it matters anymore but outside seating was a bit of a chore. I know shabby chic-esque seating is cute and all but it's not very functional. None of my party is/was of the portly variety and we still had some troubles navigating chairs and tables.Seated, annoyed and hangry we got to the important stuff: drinking. Look, if I didn't get a libation in me (after all of the above), it was not going to end well for anyone. I started off with a house margarita (no salt). Satisfied that CR could nail the basic, I took it up a notch with my next order: the paloma margarita (no salt). The added grapefruit to the lime, agave and tequila mix hit the spot and was my drink of choice for the rest of the evening. We started with the trio of salsas. To pair it down to basics, it was a red, green, black variety. The 'black' (charred habanero) was my favorite. The heat and smoke balanced nicely with the spice and overall flavor. The salsa had depth. Layers. The chips that came with with house-made, crispy with a slight chew (my preference) and lightly salted. Delicious. I was starting to de-Hulk. Continuing my flavor journey, I chose the chicken tinga enchiladas for my main. I didn't think it was a big ask but my food came out well after my friends' meals. Yep, it was time for a little 'Hulk smash.' My buddies were halfway through their plates when mine came out. No apology. No drink on the house. Just 'here.' If the dinner hadn't been a reunion of sorts, my response would have been *much* different. Thankfully, the food was delicious. The three enchiladas came with different moles: poblano, pipian (for more pumpkin flavor) and cacahuate (peanut). The moles were distinct and lent themselves admirably to the tinga. All enchiladas were topped with queso fresco and served with garlic rice and pinto beans.I understand why Cielo Rojo is popular -- especially with locals. I'm happy to read that it has a new location with a much larger (and needed) footprint. My food & drink were pleasurable but getting there took more effort than it should have (especially given that I am paying for it all; this ain't food truck pricing). I almost matched the red sky with the Red Hulk and that's too bad. YMMV."

El Rinconcito Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (617) • $

"This is THE pupusa spot! I have been coming for 7+ years and the quality and service have remained consist. It's my favorite pupuseria in the area, that's saying something.Most recently, I got 2 pupusas with rice and beans, and a side of plantains and sour cream. The pupusas are delicious, filled with cheesy bean-y goodness, and delicious slaw. It was so tasty and filling. The plantains were also delicious, I like that they are little thinner so the texture doesn't get too soft and mushy. This is a small restaurant but let's be honest, you're here for the decor, you're here for good food and service. The servers are so nice. If you're not into pupusas, the tamales and burritos are also good!"

Tortilla Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (604) • $

"Great place for the location and the low prices. The lady at the front was very nice and sweet, as well as the guy who brought out my order. The pupusas were good and I liked my entree too. I'd come back!"

Urbano

★★★★☆ 3.8 (672) • $$

"Stopped in on a hot evening out in old town Alexandria - the air conditioning was kinder than any welcome wait staff could have given us. Unfortunately, that's where the positives end.All menu items are in the upper $10s, I know inflation has been hard but a single enchilada is not worth $18. Gotta pay the rent somehow I suppose, may as well charge the tourists.Reggaeton was playing extremely loudly and it was difficult to hear, even though we were rather far from the bar area.Either my taste buds were broken this night or the food was truly nondescript, but I couldn't tell the difference between the salsas, or between the al pastor, carnitas, and the beef. The cheese under the black beans was a great touch though, but nothing standout.After the waitress brought the check, she didn't come back for it. My partner used the restroom and after they were done, the waitress still hadn't shown up, so I had to go up and bring the bill directly to her.All in all, feels like a tourist trap, won't be back anytime soon. There's a niche this place fills, and it ain't for me."

El Chucho

★★★★☆ 3.6 (724) • $$

"Such a cool place! It felt like I walked into Mexico. Very simple place, but the food is so delicious. Prices are reasonable and service is great."

Guajillo Mexican Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.7 (629) • $$

"We came here for dinner on a weekday evening and had a good experience. The meal started out with complimentary chips and salsa, and we also ordered some guacamole on the side. The guacamole was good, but the small cup was a bit expensive at $8.I got chicken fajitas, which came with onions, peppers, and zucchini, and sides of guacamole, rice, refried beans, and tortillas. I liked this, and it was a very generous portion size. I also tried my husband's mole poblano, which was good, and my kid really liked the kids' quesadilla they made him. Service was very friendly. Overall, a solid meal at a nice neighborhood spot, and we'd come back if in the area."

El Tio Tex Mex Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (509) • $$

"We love this restaurant! The ambiance is great with low lighting and great TV setup!!The food is absolutely delicious and homemade tortillas!! Our favorite bartender is Katherine. She is very attentive, kind, and professional! Highly recommended!!"

El Paso Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (525) • $$

"El Paso has become my boyfriend's and I go-to place. They are always consistent and always provide friendly service. They aren't anything fancy but a solid place that never disappoints is hard to find.The food is always delicious! I have liked every single thing I've ever ordered. Their rice is good, their beans are so flavorful, both the refried and stewed beans, and all the dishes are prepared well. I don't have a go-to meal because I always get something new since everything is good. I love their mole enchiladas with carnitas, the fajitas, and the burritos. My boyfriend recently got the whole rock fish which was so good! The ceviche is my favorite appetizer. The margaritas are also always on point and they provide unlimited fresh chips and salsa. If you're looking for delicious Mexican food with consistent service and a relaxed welcoming atmosphere then El Paso is your place!"

Guapo's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (576) • $$

"This restaurant has been a staple in my family for years. The chips and salsa are always fresh and the margaritas are affordable and tasty. This visit I ordered the Chile rellenos which were massive and very filling but also very heavy (comes with the territory I suppose). My dad enjoyed his salad and my mom loved her tacos. The tortilla soup here is also perfect for a winter day! Service was good as well."

El Tamarindo

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (598) • $$

"This isn't a fancy place but they offer good service, good food, and a reasonable price. They do what they do well. My group of 9 had intended to sit outdoors but the weather forecast was very bad and they were kind enough to accommodate moving us indoors. The pupusas are kind of their main special thing. A number of us had those and enjoyed. I personally can recommend the spinach/cheeese and zucchini/cheese ones. I also enjoyed the chicken tamal greatly. The corn outside is soft and a little sweet and the inside has tender shredded chicken . The pina colada was quite tasty!!! I do recommend! They were very kind in splitting up checks for us as well."

Paraiso Taqueria

★★★★☆ 4.4 (356) • $$

"Stopped by for brunch and the food is amazing! The servers and bartenders are very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. They have a very relaxed atmosphere. I couldn't recommend this place more."

Urbano - Mosaic District

★★★★☆ 3.8 (466) • $$

"Good Folks!! It's a Shopping Center out in Fairfax Virginia that I had no idea it existed!! Filled with swanked out restaurants I've never heard of I got excited. Let me show you one of them....Where I am: @urbanotexmex.Location Reviewed:2985 District Ave., Fairfax VA.Menu Includes:See Website www.urbano116.com/mosaic.Their Chips & Salsa's (House made tortilla chips with a smoked tomato salsa, & red salsa Free $.99). STAMP!! Fresh FRESH chips, & a smoky spicy salsa!!Their Texas Chili (with slow cooked beef, 7 chili's, crema, cheese, onions, & jalapeño $10). STAMP!! Spicy HOT, thick tender beef, & perfect cheese!! Their Birria Tacos Platter (with a beef & chicken queso Birria taco, a consummé Verde, & Rojo, rice, refried beans, pico de gallo, cheese, & sour cream $17). STAMP the chicken Birria!! HITS DIFFERENT!! A creamy chicken soup like consummé, melts in your mouth!!The Beef Birria...DELICIOUS! Good, with a thinner consummé.The Rice & Refried Beans...LIKE THAT!! You can tell everything was cooked that day!!Their Combo Meal (with A Grilled Shrimp Taco-with pickled onions, lettuce, cilantro, & a aioli, A Carnita Enchilada-with a green tomatillo sauce, & blended cheeses-A Ground Beef Chimichanga-a fried flour tortilla with beef & cheese inside-Black Beans, & Rice $19).STAMP the shrimp taco!! Well cooked, & seasoned!! TASTY!!The Enchilada...LIKE THAT!! Savory, meaty, & well seasoned!The Chimichanga...STAMP!! Melted cheese, a crisp flour tortilla, & seasoned beef? YES!The Black Beans...DELICIOUS!! Standard beans.Their Crispy Half Chicken Entree (fried chicken with red chili pineapple sauce, fried plantains, & cilantro rice $25). STAMP!! The chicken stayed crispy, the SAUCE was sweet & spicy. The pineapple sauce drip on the rice, & those sweet crisp plantains!!Their Passionfruit Agua Frescas ($5). STAMP!! Fresh!! Refreshing!!Their Grande Margarita (with @casamigos & @patron $28). STAMP!! Have a designated with you!!.Online Navigation: Easy.Customer Service: On Point!!.Parking: Decent in their FREE garage, ROUGH outside..Recommendations: That chicken is a must have!!.Music:YouTube-What band Let it Ride-Rain5 Stars=STAMP4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT4 Stars=DELICIOUS3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS1 Star=NAH#Bigschlimsreviews"

La Tingeria

★★★★★ 4.7 (302) • $

"La Tingeria in Falls Church is an awesome spot that truly shines with its taco offerings. Despite its small size and limited seating, the cozy atmosphere only adds to its appeal!The menu is a taco lover's dream, featuring a selection that caters to a range of tastes. From the juicy carne asada to the perfectly spiced al pastor, each taco is crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients.The variety of salsas and toppings available ensures you can customize your tacos to your liking! The service is friendly and efficient, though the small space means it can get busy--so be prepared for a bit of a wait during peak times. All in all, La Tingeria delivers a memorable taco experience that's well worth a shot!"

Taqueria El Poblano

★★★★☆ 3.6 (510) • $$

"Fish & pork & chicken & beef Tacos & burritos are outstanding.....the margaritas are exceptional too .....the 95% miserable liberal white privileged patrons are the only problem due to the heinous location in Del ray Alexandria.... The depraved & Marxist mayor (Justin Wilson) of Alexandria is a disgrace to he/him/his race & gender & all Americans....Make America great again.....'the border is secure' - Kamala Harris"

La Union Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (328) • $$

"It had been waaaay too long since we visited this wonderful family-owned/run treasure. Saturday night we popped in for dinner and everything -- EVERYTHING! -- was spectacular. We had chicken and beef dishes at the table , and the meats were "like butter" - tender, marinated and spiced to perfection. The service is always warm and welcoming! And I call their refried beans simply magical! We asked our waiter why they are so insanely good -- his response? "Time." And that is the key! The kitchen takes time preparing every ingredient properly, and you can taste it in every bite. Patronize local businesses folks! This one is a winner!(Parking is limited in their small lot, but (free) spots in the surrounding neighborhood are pretty easy to score.)"

El Rey

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (505) • $$

"Those margarita pitchers omg! When I tell y'all I left this place lit, I'm not lying! Also they were so good! Not too sweet, just right & then more! I only ordered two tacos the Al Pastor and the Thai Shrimp taco. The Al Pastor was good but I didn't really like the Thai one that much. I still ate it though lol. I'm took off one star because of the tacos, i enjoyed the Al Pastor but I plan to visit again to try other food!"

Guapo's Rotisserie Chicken & Tex Mex Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (382) • $

"This is my personal opinion but rotisserie flame broiled chicken is so delicious and one of my go-to's when it comes to eating out. I want to go back to try some of the other menu items. It was lunchtime when I was there and they have a great dining area for setting up your laptop to work in between meetings. They also have free wifi and everyone was friendly."

Mezcalero

★★★★☆ 3.9 (367) • $$

"The food is not so bad, the pozole is made of can, I didn't like that, the service is good, although in the end we ordered an ice cream and it took almost half an hour to serve it, and that's why I told them again! Besides, they charge 20% for service and they still want a tip, that is, you don't have to be so abusive!!!"

The Bottom Line

★★★★☆ 3.8 (365) • $$

"Great bar close to the White House. The food was great and the staff was excellent. Good place to catch a game and not too noisy. Ordered the fish and chips. Large thin pieces of fish that were fried and seasoned perfectly. The tartar sauce was creamy and the fries perfect."

Tacos 5 De Mayo Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (283) • $

"I went here with my mom for carryout on Friday (7/21/23) because my mom was set on tacos and this place did not disappoint. Ordering was straightforward and required use of a tablet. The food was made-to-order and we were provided cups to fill with an assortment of mild to "level hell" salsa. I had the tacos dorados and the quesadilla which were both delicious. My mom added cheese to her street tacos and she enjoyed them. The guacamole was also very delicious. Service here was excellent. We both will definitely be back here again and my mom is very happy that we were able to find a place so close to home that has good Mexican food. Highly recommend!"

Mi Casita Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (322) • $$

"I am so glad I decided to check out this spot! It is AUTHENTIC! I was craving tacos today (Taco Tuesday)! I was looking for a nice spot in the Gambrills area that had street tacos that you can mix! I found it . I ordered their street tacos. It came with four ( 2 carnitas, a steak, and chicken) They were so good and the portion size was amazing! It is served with rice & beans. To compliment the meal, I ordered the big 20 oz cadillac marg. Overall bang for your buck. The manager Dorian was super nice, introduced his self, and made sure my visit was no less than amazing! I sat at the bar. The bar only has two seats. It was perfect for me since I was by myself. Keep that in mind if you are solo and want bar interaction. I will def be back. Thank you for the hospitality"

Taco City DC

★★★★☆ 4.4 (266) • $$

"Excellent small business with fresh food and excellent service. I have been coming her for about 4-5 years and cant believe I never reviewed them!They have great happy hour specials and yummy food. They recently redecorated and painted inside and it reminds me of the movie Encanto. The space is small but bright and lively with really cool paintings and decorations. I met the owner Juan who gave me the history of how it came to be. Come and see him to hear for yourself!I usually stick to the tacos but they have plenty of great food options and drinks to go along with it. Def come check them out!"

Mango's Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (285) • $$

"I was catching up with a friend I haven't seen in quite a long time. He lives near here and I spotted it as a contender for a happy hour I haven't checked out yet. From what I tell, they have been around forever -- I'm pretty late to the party. I walked in, and it's definitely a cozy sit-down restaurant. They have a bar, but no stools to sit at... you can be near it though!The happy hour is Monday-Friday from 3:00-6:30, and it was around 5:30 when I arrived. Thankfully, this is one of those spots that provides chips & salsa once you're settled... yay! That salsa was really good -- flavorful, and I could tell it was homemade. I started off with a margarita that was really good! Then I got guacamole, an order of tamales and a sangrita later on. The guac and sangrita are easily the most aesthetically pleasing items that I got. Everything was delicious, and honestly I have no complaints about the place. The prices were good too, even after happy hour! My friend felt the same way, so I'm sure we'll be meeting there again."

The Well Dressed Burrito

★★★★☆ 3.7 (365) • $

"This is becoming a solid lunch spot, and that is solidified especially with the chef's special, the salmon and shrimp open face burrito. There is so much flavor packed into the dish that I am astounded that people would choose certain other fast food restaurants when the well dressed burritos provides incredibly delicious food at an unbeatable price. The salmon and shrimp were amazing, the rice was perfect, and the honey chipotle sauce was exceptional! The service was fairly quick. Even though the restaurant was packed, I only waited about 5-7 minutes for my food. The ambiance is nice and homey, but I typically just grab my food and head back to work. Exceptional burrito from an exceptional place!"

Casa Oaxaca

★★★★☆ 3.9 (328) • $$

"I came for happy hour (only offered at the bar) and we got a few drinks and carnitas tacos. Tacos were $3 each and they were decent. Drinks were good and cheap. They give free chips and salsa. I would come back again for happy hour, if I'm in the area.Service was good and attentive."

Jazmin Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.5 (245) • $

"Jazmin cuisine has become my favorite tex mex spot in the area, you can't go wrong with any of their options. You can build your own burrito with fresh ingredients and generous portions. Each bite is packed with flavor!"

Azteca Restaurant-Cantina

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (413) • $$

"An ABSOLUTE favorite of mine!! I will go here at anytime of the day just invite me!!! They offer parking in the front and in the back, for free. It's right on RT1 so you'll be turning directly into the parking lot in front or the driveway to take you to the back. The wait staff is so nice and helpful, especially at the bar. The space is really big. Big enough for events and birthdays. There's nothing that I don't like on the menu. It's one of my favorite places to eat. Seafood pastaPupusa Shrimp Diablo PlantainFajita combination Cheesecake"

Mexicali Blues

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (595) • $$

"Amazing happy hour deals so definitely come then to get your $6 marg or house wine!Great tasting food for a really good price. Good amount of variety on the menu too. The inside of the restaurant is really cute, I love the vibe. It's perfect for a girls meetup or a date night. They also have plenty outdoor seating for when the weather is nice which I loved. We got our food really fast and have no complaints for the service.Highly recommend"

SOL Mexican Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (396) • $

"The Taco Tuesday makes it possible to have yummy affordable tacos in DC. The $2.50 tacos include one protein and two toppings, or otherwise you'd be charged for extras.These tacos are American style and I enjoyed this combination:One carne asada tacoPico de galloCheeseFlour tortillaOne veggie taco with guacamoleBlack beansCheeseFlour tortillaAnd is a great deal. I'd be back for the Taco Tuesdays."