Fire place! Authentic mexican cuisine. Truly enjoyed every item we ordered. The ribeye tacos were…read moreso tender. The fajita combo was amazing. Staff was very attentive. Will be going here again.

Food was very delicious! It definitely hit the spot. The nachos came out on Taco shells which were…read moreinteresting but still delicious! Our server was kind and great! She continued to check on our waters and had quick service. The inside of this spot is what I often see at other Mexican Restaurants. Not fusion! The decoration is colorful, pops out, lots of decorative touch! It was very warm inside, I had to pull out my portable fan. Granted, I went on a day when there was a heat wave, so maybe that was an effect? But I would still visit again, nonetheless!

We come here several times in a month, we truly enjoy the food and the staff is so friendly,…read moreincluding the manager Mr. Ismael. If you want to eat well!!! And be 100% satisfied....This is the place!! FRESH AND DELICIOUS... reasonable price, Margaritas are delicious and strong. Th atmosphere is great, they play really good music. Food portions are generous and food is authentic with flavor.

House Margarita never disappoints! Service is great and there's plenty of parking. Their chips and…read morequeso are sooooo good!

I really wanted to like Uncle Julio's. I went in optimistic, hungry, and fully prepared to declare…read moreit my new go-to. And then... well... queso happened. And not much else. Let's start with the high point: the thin tortilla chips and queso were excellent. Light, crispy, and dangerously easy to keep eating long after you should've stopped. Honestly, if the meal had ended there, we might be talking 5 stars and a very different review. But then came my main--a chimichanga-style appetizer that showed up absolutely smothered in a mysterious brown sauce. Not drizzled. Not thoughtfully applied. Drowned. The kind of sauce that makes you wonder if it lost a bet. I gave it a fair shot, but it just wasn't for me. In the spirit of teamwork, I sampled around the table. A colleague's shrimp taco? Better, but not exactly memorable. A bite of steak quesadilla? Let's just say it didn't inspire any follow-up bites. To their credit, the service was good--attentive, friendly, and on top of things. My Diet Coke arrived exactly as advertised, which in some places is apparently a high bar, so points there. Prices were also reasonable, which softened the blow a bit. Still, in an area packed with solid Mexican options, this felt like a "close, but no cigar" situation. I came in hoping for a new favorite and left thinking the queso might be the only thing worth a return trip--and even that feels like a stretch. Three stars: one for the chips, one for the queso, and one for the effort.

Wow, this place SMELLS amazing outside, so we are walking around One Loudoun and say, heck, let's…read moregive them another try, it's not busy at all 2pm). There were an abundance of tables and booths inside and outside, but we were told they were all "RESERVED" and we would have to sit in the bar area. All high top tables, except one, which we had to use (medical issue). It was by one of two doors outside to the patio on the bar side of the restaurant, which should have been my warning to just leave now and save the hunger for another establishment. The bartender was working EVERY TABLE in the area, inside and outside. I was concerned, but we gave him a chance. Chips were good, salsa was kinda green and tasteless, but we only ever got one basket of chips in the 80 minutes it took us to order, get our food, and ask to pay. There was soccer on in the bar to distract, thank goodness, because it was filled with people and at least four kids literally having foot races in the bar area because they were bored waiting for their food. No kiddie activity crayons or whatever. My husband is halfway through his soda, and we see a long, dark hair inside the glass... INSIDE THE GLASS. When the waiter finally got back to us, we asked for another drink glass. He brought us two fresh drinks, but now mine had a jagged glass chip missing from the rim (where you place your lips), so I was no longer interested in my drink. Food was mostly OK, the fajita chicken is very good, the tortillas soft and fluffy. The beef in the enchiladas or taco my husband got is currently making him feel a bit ill (oily maybe?) but his chicken one was good. The poor waiter had too many tables for one person. The other person in the bar area was in full out prep mode for a night of drinks and bar activities. Lemons, limes, ice, very busy, didn't help the waiter at all. The tables that were vacated stayed dirty for almost 30 minutes outside, no bus boy help, but several staff people in the host area talking and I suppose waiting for the avalanche of guests for those empty tables. By the way, if you sit near the door outside, every single time the waiter opens the door, a gush of humid, hot air blows you hard and strong. It's very annoying, and you want to AVOID the tables by the patio door or you will get to enjoy all the seasons, all at once. We finally were able to get the waiters attention to pay, tipped him (this situation wasn't his fault), and left. Guess what? Empty tables, staff standing around, I was annoyed. Don't go without a reservation, or better yet, don't go to Uncle Julios... The choice is yours.

Omgosh! SO delicious. So fresh. And the best customer service. Casa De Avila Tacos is awesome!…read moreHighly recommend! Can't wait to go back.

I rate restaurants within their category and concept. I am not comparing a neighborhood Mexican…read morerestaurant to a Michelin star fine dining experience. If a place delivers quality food, represents its cuisine well, and exceeds expectations for its setting, that earns a high rating from me. We recently visited Casa De Avila in Leesburg, and I have to start with the horchata because it was truly the star of the meal. I am of Mexican heritage, my mom is Mexican, and I grew up drinking homemade horchata. This one tasted just like it should. It was creamy, clearly made with milk and condensed milk, with that soft sweetness and a gentle hint of cinnamon. It honestly tasted homemade, and that alone made me smile. Now, it is hard for me personally to give most Mexican restaurants 5 stars, and that has more to do with my background than the restaurant itself. I was born and raised in Los Angeles and grew up eating incredible home cooking from my mom, who is an amazing cook. That naturally shapes my expectations. In the DMV area, it has been tough to find truly authentic Mexican flavors. With the exception of La Jarochita, and Mancha Cocina Mexicana, which is more elevated but very well done, good Mexican food can be hard to come by here. All that said, Casa De Avila serves very good food and is probably the best I have found in this category locally. The sopes were made fresh, which makes a huge difference in both flavor and texture. The tacos were solid overall. The asada was very good, well seasoned and flavorful. The al pastor was good, but it did not quite have that deep, traditional flavor you get from proper trompo style preparation. The esquites were also tasty, and the kids loved that they added hot Cheetos. That is a trend we saw in Los Angeles years ago, so it felt fun and nostalgic to see it here. If I could offer one suggestion, it would be about the salsa. The salsa served tasted more like a bottled style Mexican salsa. I would love to see a true house made salsa roja or salsa verde, the kind where you char the tomatoes, tomatillos, chiles, and onions before blending. That deep roasted flavor is such a big part of authentic Mexican cooking and would elevate the whole experience even more. The service was amazing from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and attentive, and the staff really helped make the experience even better. Overall, Casa De Avila is doing a lot right. The food is flavorful, the horchata is exceptional, and it stands out in an area where good Mexican food is not easy to find. While my personal background makes me a tough critic, this is still a place I would happily return to. A solid 4 stars.

I love Senor Tequila's for Happy Hour! This was the first time that I ate inside during happy hour…read morenot on taco tuesday. The frozen blue margarita was tasty and paired well with the chicken quesadilla, which was also on the HH menu. We also ordered the al pastor tacos again, and they were seasoned perfectly. However, they were a little expensive for 5 tacos for the size ($21) when full priced. They did taste good and the meat was juicy, so I didn't mind! The lava cake was also a perfect addition to the meal. It was priced well and was presented very cute. Additionally, our waitress was super kind - she refilled our chips and drinks often and constantly checked in on us. I'd recommend coming here for a casual Mexican happy hour!

I'm not sure why there are so many 1 star reviews. You really get your bang for your buck here! The…read moreportion sizes are HUGE and you can probably split one entree with another person instead of one entree per person. I highly recommend the fajitas because it comes with so many different types of meats, vegetables, beans, rice, and tortillas! I like how you can choose between corn or flour. The grilled steak nachos were also really good with all the toppings with queso, sour cream, lettuce, guacamole, salsa, and jalapeños. I enjoyed the complimentary tortilla chips and sauce that it came with. I also ordered a frozen mango margarita which is HUGE. Definitely shared that with another person. There's a lot of seating inside and you can easily walk in. Our waitress was nice and came to check in on us multiple times. Definitely a solid Mexican place in the area!

Had dinner here while in town and it was really good. I was staying in the area and La Perla was…read morewithin short walking distance. Greeted walking in and seated in the same minute. The place is festive and bright inside, an impressive menu with lots of options. After giving it a once over, started with a Michelada and a bean and cheese quesadilla, it was a really good start. La Perla is known for its seafood, so I went for the Branzino, whole fish head on. The fish was so tender and flaky, just delicious. Served with fresh guacamole, rice, and a salad, with some fresh tortillas. This was an excellent dish and worth a try. 4.5 Stars rounded up for the kind hosts and cold libation 01094

if ever I could feel reverse racism in Loudon County this is the place. They seemed as if they…read moredidn't want me in their restaurant and weren't very friendly at all. I ordered pupusa's and next day paid for it on the porcelain throne. I'm not racist phobia but I'm telling you they didn't like this gringo in their restaurant.

We order breakfast burritos from here often. This last time though, totally disappointed. We paid…read moreover $8 for a burrito and it was smaller than the plastic fork they gave us. I'm usually pretty happy with their burritos, and usually they are MUCH larger. Not sure why they gave us a mini burrito but, not impressed at all with this mini size for $8.

I've been enjoying Anita's breakfast burritos for many many years... it's a Northern VA staple!!…read more While near this location one morning I stopped in for their original, signature breakfast burrito with extra red sauce inside. Service was quick, as I ordered via the kiosk when I went in. They were a little bust, as there were three others waiting for food ahead of me and a few more that walked in after I came in. I waited maybe less than 5 minutes for my food to be made. Took it back to my hotel and enjoyed that burrito!! They do a nice job with them... the balance of flavors and the freshness - it was all great! This place gets overly judged, which is unfortunate for places that have been around, locally for so many years (even tho this is new location for the chain)... Overall, it's really good and I'm always happy when I have their breakfast burritos!

Oh, fellow yelpers, I wanted to love this place BUT I have mixed opinions. The place is small…read morecompared to Chipotle. Staff is so helpful, guiding us on how to order. They don't Nickle and dime you for the condiments. Guacamole is free. I asked for a few sides like pico, corn salsa and their mild sauce. Well, my quesadilla was huge. I was able to custom select my proteins and ingredients. Taking it home was another story. It was soggy and fell apart in my hands. I think if it was toasted a bit longer then it may have stood the test of travel. The condiments were in the sweeter side(corn, pico). The chips and queso were good. I liked how the chips are served warm. The queso was an odd orange color and wasn't my favorite.

This was my go-to in Herndon.... Glad they opened a 2nd location…read more The staff is friendly and are great at assembing my bowl. I deviated from my usual by getting half half meats...which I never knew was an option! The main selling points are the price and guac included. The fajita ipeppers are always fresh and crisp. This location is slightly on the smaller side with little a few seats in front of the counter. There is plenty of parking shared by neighboring stores and restaurants. Would I return? Most likely if I'm in the area!