Mi Vida

Cool spot on the Wharf - we had seats up on the top floor with views of the water which was pretty nice.Food was all good too though smaller portions than I was expecting given the prices. The queso fundido wasn't quite what I was expecting, especially served with soft corn tortillas, but it was very good.My friends also shared a margarita pitcher which they enjoyed but did say was pretty strong! We were still finishing up the pitcher when they let us know they had people waiting for tables - it was definitely a super busy Saturday at the Wharf

I was so grateful to be able to get reservations here after a Mardi Gras parade on the Wharf! The ambiance is beautifully detailed and dimly lit during dinner service. The staff was very attentive for being so busy. The menu is extensive but there is a wide variety even for people not craving Mexican cuisine. The guacamole was absolutely delicious though I felt like there needed more guacamole to balance out the toppings and the shrimp and crab didn't add anything special. Not worth the extra $!The plantains were good and loaded with cheese. Both of the tacos were disappointing. They had enough seafood on them but lacked flavor. They both were topped with different slaws and both were very spicy. The spice took over any other flavor.Loved the ambiance and guac but would not get tacos again upon return!

Mi Vida is one of our fave Mexican restaurants in DC! First, the restaurant is beautiful with a friendly, welcoming staff. We had family visiting from out of town and took them here for lunch. As always, everything was beautiful and delicious!We started out with the Queso Fundido and a variety of cocktails. We then enjoyed items from the brunch menu including, the Enchiladas Suiza, Huevos Rancheros, Fish Tacos and a version of their breakfast burrito...all really good! If you're not into spicy, I'd stay away from the tomatillo sauce and salsa. I'd recommend to anyone looking for a fun place to dine with a creative cocktail menu and super yummy bites!

Stop by for a quick visit. Mi vida never seems to disappoint! Great ambience and great food. Sat in the top floor and you get a great view of the wharf! The appetizers were tasty, I got the queso fundido and the yellowtail ceviche. The ceviche was very salty (the citrus juice). The Spicy margarita with the tajin rim was refreshing. We sat by the bar and the service was great! I highly recommend checking this place out and trying their other menu items!

Food: I came to Mi Vida for dinner and enjoyed my time here! I ordered the Picadillo / Vegan "Beef" Picadillo Empanda, which came with Avocado-Chipotle Salsa. I also got a side of plantains and a delicious mocktail. I couldn't tell that the empanada was vegan at all; it was so flavorful and filling! I recommend this if you're looking for a healthier alternative to the traditional beef empanada.Service: The service was great! I arrived a little bit earlier and left a little later than my friend, and the restaurant accommodated me by letting me sit at my table and wait for the rest of my party.

Mi Vida's vividly orange colored sign (and equally vivid website) is the first indication that you and your companion(s) are about to embark on a journey that is reminiscent of the best of Mexico City. The imposing wooden double front doors were so grandiose and heavy that they reminded me of church doors. Once inside your senses will be soothed and assaulted at the same time by tranquil lighting but hustle and bustle of the crowd.The cocktail flight is outstanding. Well-balanced drinks, some with a spicy kick to counter the sweet. I can just enjoy this with their house-made tortilla chips and smoky fire-roasted tomato salsa. Spicy but just enough to sing not singe (that is a great line, if I do say so myself). My favorite dishes are actually the sides. The deconstructed elote (off the cob and in a bowl) is so good and less messy than the original. The black beans and rice are superbly savory and hearty. You will want another dish of them to bring home. I am not usually a fan of plantains outside of my Caribbean spots, but Mi Vida is staking a claim that their version should be in a conversation (Mexico borders the Caribbean Sea). I love the service, the value proposition, and the waterfront location of this truly beautiful restaurant. Five stars well earned.

A must for Happy Hour. Great food, great prices and great service. The tacos were amazing, and I had some churros for dessert. All were delicious. The raspberry sauce was delicious.

My first time at this restaurant. This was a great restaurant located at The Wharf. We were seated us upstairs, which was nice because we were away from most of the other tables. There was a "secret" elevator, but that required a special key or badge and wasn't open to customers. Our server, Octavio was efficient in taking the orders and taking payments, but otherwise the communication was minimal. The food came out very fast (at least seemed like it was fast!). They tag on 20% gratuity (and suggest additional tip amounts) and don't separate checks for larger parties. The decoration throughout the restaurant as well as the lighting set the mood. The bathroom itself looked very cool with the walls and lighting. They provided chips with guacamole and salsa. I shared the Enchiladas de Mole Negro with someone as the portions were so large (3 enchiladas). It was delicious, although the tortilla was a little tough to cut through. From what I heard, the other dishes were tasty as well. The dessert was okay...nothing to really brag about. The prices were high, as is expected being that this is at the Wharf. There was a paid parking garage and paid parallel parking available around the corner.Would I return? Most likely not, only because I rarely go to DC.

This was a cute restaurant to visit. It's located at the wharf - water front. It's very inviting inside even with the dem lights which I loved. The drinks are very good, LOTS of drink options and put together very well. Our server was very attentive and answered any questions we had. I had the crab and shrimp empanadas, my friend had the guacamole both were good. I also had the chicken mole quesadillas and my friend had the carne asada. I added lettuce and crema to my quesadilla and took some of my friends peppers and they were sooo good. I also had the sorbet and while it looks regular it was sooooooo rich and tasted amazing.

Great spot for intimate dates. Service was frequent and the waiter was attentive and came to the table frequently to check up on us. Came here for dinner and tried the carne asada and salmon dishes. Both were delicious.