This is my first review, and I must say this restaurant exceeded my expectations. I decided to sit…read moreat the bar, where I was greeted by a very nice young lady with locs. I don't normally drink when I go out but I was feeling a bit wild that night. She recommended a drink called "la suegra", I'm not to sure how to describe it but it was very nice. It scratched the back of my throat in a pleasant way, I had to order a second one. I then ordered food, which I was a little intimidated by the scale of their menu. The tacos asada were delicious, and the paired salsa was amazing. I ordered a red salsa against my better judgment and found to spicy, but the flavor was still spot on. Very impressed with the food and atmosphere, not used to such welcoming staff in Maryland. I just want to draw attention back to the wonderful bar staff, the young lady was very on it. Even in the rush she was very attentive and kept up her friendly attitude. I never got a chance to speak to the gentleman working with her but he was just as busy as she was. The customers he was assisting looked as happy as me. Great job soluna, you guys really live up to the name "tequila bar". Will definitely be back very soon and I suggest everyone in the area to come as well!!!

THEE best FRESH and amazing margaritas! Order the 'Tommy'...omgoodness! No syrup crap, real fresh…read morelime juice....SO GOOD. Guacamole is also outstanding. Haven't had a bad experience yet!

There is a family owned taco bar that said they have some truly good food!! However, not a lot of…read moreus know that they are here. So guess what? I pulled up!! Let's go see if they got THAT!! . Where I am: @thelimeandsalt . Location Reviewed: 8865 Stanford Blvd., Columbia M.D. . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their Enamorada Mocktail ($7 with lime, agave, coconut, & mango juice). Tropical, fruity, & healthy sweet!! STAMP!! Their Chips & Crab Guac ($18 with freshly made house chips, guac, & crab meat with Old Bay on top). Worth the trip!! Super fresh, & tasty EVERYTHING!! STAMP!! Their Birria Tacos ($16 with beef Birria, cheese, cilantro, onions, & consummé). Meaty, cheesy, with a nice warm flavorful beef broth!! LIKE THAT! Their Cantina Nachos ($12 with refried beans, melted queso, pico de gallo, sour cream, jalapeno, & pulled pork). Plentiful, savory, & tasty!! LIKE THAT! Their Blackened Salmon Taco Del Mar ($6 blackened salmon with pico de gallo, & Old Bay remoulade). Thick, well seasoned salmon with a finger licking remoulade! DELICIOUS. Their Chicken TINGA Taco De La Calle ($6 with shredded chicken, chipotle tomato sauce, onion, & cilantro). Plentiful, I just needed the chicken to have a tad bit more flavor. STAMP!! Their Suadero Taco De La Calle ($5 with steak, cilantro, & onions). Well seasoned steak, you didn't even need any toppings on this!! STAMP!! Their Chicharron Taco De La Calle ($5 with fried pork belly, mango salsa, jicama slaw, & avocado cilantro crema). The ale set this taco off!! Crispy pork, & savory slaw!! DELICIOUS. Their Birria Enchilada ($20 3 corn tortillas with beef Birria, chipotle tomato sauce, & cheese). Good. I just needed the sauce to have more flavor, more kick to it!! STAMP!! Their Breakfast Burrito ($13 with eggs, cheese, chorizo, potatoes, refried beans, avocado, crema, salsa ranchero, & queso fresco). GET THIS!! That's it!! STAMP!! Their Churros, & Strawberry Cake ($10 each). Warm, gooey churros, & moist strawberry cake!! STAMP!! Their Horchata ($4 a milky cinnamon drink). Wow!! Their horchata was EVERYTHING!! . Customer Service: On Point! . Parking: Decent. . Recommendations: Get what I STAMPED!! . Accessibility: It's wheelchair & differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

I would say pass on this place. I think there is another review that sums it up. The food was…read moremarginal, the service was terrible, and if you are not a regular... well you will feel that when you walk in. I did have a margarita, it was not impressive. The chips were extra, and while made fresh from unused shells, they were not worth the price. Overall, I am new to MD and looking for a "go to" taco place... this one isn't it.

I've tried their Honey Habanero shrimp, chips w/ salsa, and their Mexpresso Martini! The food…read moretastes good, is cooked decent, and overall flavorful. I especially enjoyed the interior design and the habanero shrimp. The space is large and customer service is great. It's somewhat dim in there so it's hard to tell exactly how clean everything is. Parking is easy. Overall, I'd recommend!

Stopped in for an early dinner at Uncle Julio's, conveniently located on the upper level of The…read moreMall in Columbia, where parking is plentiful and free. The space is expansive, with a variety of seating options that can accommodate everything from casual meetups to larger groups. The décor leans into dark wood tones accented by vibrant, colorful artwork, giving it a warm yet lively atmosphere. Service was a standout--our server was upbeat, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful when it came to navigating the menu. The kitchen emphasizes fresh ingredients, with house-made tortillas and many items prepared from scratch, which is always a plus. We started with their complimentary house-made tortilla chips and salsa, a solid way to kick things off while waiting for our entrées. Our table ordered a mix: taco salad, seasoned ground beef tacos (kept simple by request), Baja fish tacos, and chicken quesadillas. Portions were generous across the board, and everything arrived well-prepared and satisfying--definitely enough for leftovers. If you're in the mood for approachable, comfort-style Mexican fare, Uncle Julio's delivers a dependable and enjoyable dining experience.

My first time coming here, and it was definitely the right choice. Since it was Cinco de Mayo, the…read moreplace was packed. The parking lot is small, and there's no sauce stand--which is probably my only downside. Because of the holiday, the wait was about 30 minutes for four tacos, which was a bit longer than I would've liked. That said, it was worth it. Taqueria Los Primos has always been my go-to spot and, up until now, the best tacos I've had in Maryland--but Los Perez takes the top spot for me. I was a little thrown off seeing the hot sauce come in a plastic packet, but it was actually super fire. I'd come back here all the time. This place could easily hold its own against some of the best Mexican spots in Los Angeles. Highly, highly recommend if you haven't been yet.

Really enjoyed the tacos from here -- tried the chicken, carnitas, cabeza, and asada as part of the…read more4 taco combo for $13.99 which was a great deal. The chicken was seasoned well and the carnitas were flavorful, the accompanying sauces - salsa verde y roja were incredible! The tacos were filling and accompanied with limes, cilantro, and radishes. My husband enjoyed both the cabeza and the asada, he especially loved the cabeza as it was very juicy and flavorful. We did pickup from the restaurant, calling the order in ahead was straightforward, and it was ready within 15 minutes. The ambiance of the restaurant is very special, beautifully decorated, with plenty of seating. Would definitely go again!

I am from L.A. and have been to many Mexican restaurants in Baltimore, Anne Arundel, and Howard…read moreCounty. By far, this is the best place for tacos and Mexican food in general; furthermore, it is the absolute best taco stand in Maryland. It even rivals some stands back in Cali. I had the chicken, shrimp, and beef tacos, and a quesadilla. Excellent! Super nice peeps! Nice atmosphere. A hidden gem! I am now a regular

The best taco truck in HOCo! Happened to drive by the place…read moreand decided to give a shot at their food. Apparently they are pretty well known to taco lovers. I was so in hurry to eat them and forgot to take pictures. I will definitely update with their pictures next time I stop by. The service was great and truck is clean! I love the fact that they don't require tips!!

Ernesto's has been a long time favorite…read more Our server, Alex, was incredibly attentive but not overbearing. We started with their complimentary chips and delicious salsa. I ordered a frozen margarita, unfortunately there was way too much sour mix for my tastes and I couldn't drink it. We ordered the chicken quesadilla, kids mozzarella sticks with fries, and carnitas tacos. The quesadilla was humongous with a generous helping of chicken. The mozzarella sticks and fries were perfectly crisp and tasty. The carnitas were soaked in a tomatillo sauce and were divine complimented by the fresh avocado. The tacos were served with refried beans and rice, not were underwhelming. The rice was dry and the beans were very under seasoned. The restaurant itself is very clean with plenty of seating. We came between the lunch and dinner rush so it wasn't very busy. Overall, I'd recommend Ernesto's.

This is my second time here this month. Also, It's my second time ordering the molcajete. This a…read morevery underrated dish on the menu. How can you go wrong with a dish that has chorizo, chicken and steak? You can't. Another must try at this restaurant is the margaritas. Definitely worth the price. I can tell they don't use the pre-mix margarita mix that I dislike so much.

I should have discovered this neighborhood gem a long time ago. The items I selected for a takeout…read morelunch with my grandson were delicious -- and kid-approved (he's a picky eater!). I was able to easily order online before leaving a dental appointment, and by the time we arrived at their location, the wait was only a few minutes. They provide an electronic pager so you can wait comfortably in your car until your food is ready, which was especially appreciated with unmelted snow still on the ground. Although this is a food truck, they have their setup very well organized. The smells coming from the ordering window were absolutely mouthwatering. Chicken Tacos - Four freshly made tacos with your choice of meat (we chose shredded chicken), topped with onion, cilantro, radish, lime, and multiple sauces. My grandson dove into his meal so quickly -- after kindly sharing one taco with me -- that I forgot to grab a photo! Birria Pupusas - Three generously sized pupusas stuffed with beef birria, cheese, onion, and cilantro, served with cabbage on the side. We also ordered the Plátanos (fried plantains), served with a dollop of sour cream -- delicious. The portions were very filling; I have more than enough for another meal. The ingredients tasted fresh, and the prices were very reasonable. The best compliment I can give? My grandson has already requested that whenever I come to visit (which is pretty often -- I live just three miles away, LOL), we order takeout from here again. I think we've found a new regular spot -- one I only wish I had tried much sooner!

We were in the mood for authentic tacos, so we knew we had to come to our usual spot…read more The tacos were made quickly and the flavor was there, but sadly the tacos had a lot of fatty pieces and one of the al pastor tacos was a little on the drier side. Probably an off day, so we'll give them another chance in the future!

This place is as authentic as it gets!! The food is incredible, facilities bright and clean,…read moreservice impeccable. I came on taco Tuesday- specials on tacos. I tried the pollo, carnitas, and al pastor. My favorite were the Al pastor - nice char and sweetness. The tacos came with fried green onions, fresh radishes, red and green sauce. What an amazing gem! I will for sure be back!

An establishment for a reason!…read more I will never turn down tacos and firmly believe that they're hard to get wrong. I came here on a Saturday afternoon with a friend, a little after peak lunch hours. The parking lot was full and the restaurant, bustling. From the outside, it doesn't look like much and upon walking inside, it transports you. I ordered 4 different tacos- chorizo, asada, lengua, and al pastor- and a tamarind agua fresca. My friend got the shrimp sopes. The food came out quick and super fresh! The plate came with two salsas and I got more at their salsa bar at the front. Honestly, wasn't crazy about any of them (I tried 6!), which was the biggest disappointment of tbe meal. The tacos were otherwise good and lots of flavor. I was so happy they included the roasted onions, too. There were other menu items that looked phenomenal but will definitely try whenever I came back!