We chose El Paso Mexican Restaurant in Dumfries for a coworker's going‑away luncheon, and it turned…read moreout to be a fitting spot for the occasion. It was more like a 3.5 out of 5. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, with plenty of space for our group to gather and celebrate. I ordered the wet burrito carne asada with queso on top. The portion was generous and the presentation inviting, but the burrito wasn't served as hot as I would have preferred. The carne asada leaned a bit overcooked, which took away from the tenderness I was hoping for. That said, the queso added a creamy richness that helped balance things out, and overall the flavors were enjoyable. Service was friendly and attentive, which made coordinating a group meal easy. Prices are fair for the portion sizes, and the restaurant's relaxed vibe made it a comfortable setting for our luncheon. Verdict: While the burrito could have been hotter and the meat more tender, El Paso delivered a satisfying meal and a welcoming environment for our celebration. It's a solid choice for casual group gatherings in Dumfries.

We love El Paso Dumfries. We came for a late lunch and ordered birria tacos, fajitas and a kids…read moretaco meal. I suspect they have a new chef because the pieces of meat are cut bigger. They used to cut them into much smaller pieces. It presented better this way with the larger pieces. Birria tacos were loaded and so was the kids taxi as well. Drinks were tasty and you can take to go if you don't finish. We were seated quickly and received our food pretty quick too. Parking can be a bit tough here if you have a larger suv. The spaces closest to the entrance are better for compact cars.

Mirna Restaurant [MR]. (3.25 stars)…read more Pardon the Alice in Wonderland meets Rocky Horror Show confusion of thoughts that follows... :) Italian & Greek. Sure they have a "Mediterranean" theme. Mexican & Salvadorian. Sure geographically it makes sense. Italian & Mexican. Wait what?! I literally screamed!! Let me explain... I grew up for my formidable years in Worcester MA. My family (parents, grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles except one, aka entire family) were still in HI but I got shipped off because it was supposed to be a boot camp for me so to speak. What a laugh... My uncle couldn't cook to save any of our lives. I am Asian by descent but definitely not a decent Asian. ;) I never knew what Asian food was until well into my high school years (and was forced to move back to HI). I ate at every neighbors house for almost every meal & wouldn't have changed my culinary journeys for the world!! I grew up on a block with 20+ Italian American families, 4 Mexican American families, and 1 (mine) token Asian family. In the 80s Worcester was definitely a version of Little Italy!! But there were some Mexican influences that we as kids got to enjoy. So when I saw MR, I immediately reverted back to my childhood days & had to stop by to check them out. I haven't found many Italian/Mexican restaurants in my travels... There isn't much info on FB, IG, or Yelp. The first thing I noticed as I entered MR is that English was definitely NOT the language spoken by both patrons & the server/bartender. I don't mean any offense by that. Just an observation. :) I will fully admit I'm not an expert as far as Authentic Mexican food is concerned. But as I grow older, supposedly wiser, & definitely more anti-social... I've learned that authenticity, while appreciated & celebrated is not what I look for at the end of my meal. I look for 1) TASTE. 2) TEXTURE. 3) PRESENTATION. That's what makes me satisfied & happy when it comes to any meal (in that order). Italian is & always will be my favorite but Korean & Mexican are a tie for second! (Wasn't always that way)!! Asian food wasn't even on my "list" until my early 30s?! However, I adore Korean Tacos and Kimchi with my pasta so hence my comment about taste vs authenticity. Anywho... I ordered the two items that were recommended by my server. Steak Burrito. (3.5 stars). The steak is cubed but a little tough to chew. However, the burrito is a very generous portion & cheesy. I did find it interesting that the filling also has romaine lettuce & avocados (which is nowhere on the menu description). First time I've had that combo but texturally it worked... crunchy, creamy, chewy...? I do wish the plate was kept under the salamander for another minute to get the cheese melted completely & slightly crispy on the edges... but still a hearty dish. Lengua Tacos. (3 stars). I grew up with a Yucatán influenced version of Mexican food. All of our Mexican American neighbors emigrated from the Yucatán which relies heavily on RED ONIONS. This is why I probably still adore red onions (or any Onions) BUT still cannot stomach white/round/yellow onions!... NOPE. Yuck. I ordered the Lengua tacos & asked that the cilantro & onions be put on the side because I was told that MR uses white onions. Great I thought! Won't have to pilfer through the disgusting white onions!! Ummm... GONG!!! WRONG. The lengua is already cooked together with white onions so just be aware of that when you order it. Asking for the onions on the side was pointless for me. The lengua was tender & had a nice chew. Tortillas were fresh & greatly appreciated. Even though I wasn't absolutely blown away by my first visit. I'll definitely come back to try some other dishes at MR. Perhaps I may try their Italian dishes... Doubtful but the Mexican dishes definitely have some redeeming qualities that have piqued my interest... for at least another round!! Parking is available in a shared lot. I do wish MR well.

This must be a triplet enchilada. Incubated a microwaved til the three became one. Never againread more

I had a good experience at El Papi Real Street Tacos. The tacos are reasonably priced, with seafood…read moretacos costing slightly more than the beef and poultry varieties. Two tacos come in an order. You order your food at a kiosk. Many items are on the menu here. If conflicted about what to order, consider purchasing a sampler to try multiple items. There is plenty seating in the dining room and the customer service is good.

Looked good but the beef wasn't seasoned as I expected. To me it was a on the expensive side for 3…read moretacos. Plus 6% service charge - not cool. Staff was friendly.

Outstanding food and service! Everything is so fresh and delicious! We like this place better than…read moreour usual favorite Mexican restaurant, and that says a LOT!!! We will be back!

Food is fabulous! I ordered the fajita burrito and scraped my plate clean, it was delicious. The…read morestaff are great as well. Service was a bit slow the night we came but they were crowded so it was understandable. Only negative, the bathrooms need to be tended to a bit more, not the cleanest. Highly recommend trying out this Mexican restaurant if you want great food!

Flawless service and top-notch food every single time! I've…read morebeen coming to El Paso Mexican Restaurant for a couple of years, and they are remarkably consistent. The Service: Outstanding from start to finish. The hostess is incredibly welcoming and coordinates perfectly with the amazing server team. The Food & Delivery: The bus staff brings the food out fast, hot, and beautiful. The Vibe: The atmosphere is always excellent. This place never disappoints. Highly recommended!

This is my go to place. They have good food & generous portions. I hear they have a second location…read morethat I haven't tried yet.

Went here off of a recommendation from someone I ran into on Quantico base. This was a nice little…read morehole in the wall spot. The server was very friendly and attentive. I ordered the jalapeño margarita, first time ever. It had a good spicy kick. Took me by surprise at first but adjusted. The Molcajete was ok. I wanted something different from my norm fajita. It came w chicken, steak, shrimp and chorizo (I believe). The steak and chicken were little bland but the sauce that came w it had good flavor to compensate. It was a nice place, I would go again but maybe not the same meal.

Queso Fundido A good hunk of melted cheese, think grilled…read morecheese; as listed on the menu it's solid not liquid. Chorizo was made well and added flavor. Molcajete Jalisco The meats were tough and over cooked. The rice had a strong off putting flavor. Service Welcoming and nice staff. The food missed the mark for me. While it didn't feed my soul, maybe it feeds yours?

My server was Jaimi. She was excellent and thorough. As soon as we had garbage on the table it was…read morecleaned. She delivered the food hot and made sure 3-5 minutes into the meal that we had everything we needed. I will definitely return. The prices were reasonable for "Taco Tuesday"!! The meat for every taco (I got one of each) was moist and delicious. The restaurant was clean and nicely decorated, providing a wonderful atmosphere to eat within.

Good food and good service i go ussually and every food is good and they serve you fastread more

We were looking for a place to have breakfast during a holiday weekend so we decided to drive…read morearound the small town of Colonial Beach. We did a drive by and circled back to come here. We were very pleasantly surprised with our dining experience. They offer a diverse breakfast menu but they also have a great breakfast buffet. They have a full bar open during breakfast hours. The prices are extremely reasonable. I had the breakfast street tacos and they were SO good. It was so much food that I brought some back to the hotel for the next days breakfast. My husband went with the breakfast buffet and said everything was amazing. We will be back in Colonial Beach again this summer and can't wait to go back!

We had a quick breakfast on our way out of town. My huevos rancheros were good but not amazing…read more Service was friendly but a tad slow (and it wasn't a busy day). There is a large outdoor patio, but it is right on the main street in town, so not exactly quiet. In my head $10 seems a bit high for a plate of eggs, but the hash browns were also well cooked and the black bean side was tasty.

Beautiful tropical atmosphere with rich cultural vibes from the music and decor. Service is quick…read moreand efficient, though it gets busy; so expect a wait without a reservation. Mango lassi is thick and naturally flavorful, just wish it was colder. Chips and salsa are fresh and well-balanced. Marsala fries are crispy, flavorful, and unique; definitely a standout. Fajitas were delicious with perfect portions. Highly recommend!

I've heard about it for years, and we finally made it out. It's a mix between Indian and Mexican…read morefood, you won't find anything like this in the DMV. I would definitely suggest making a reservation. We waited for almost 30 minutes because it was packed, and that was on a Thursday. The service was quick, though, and the food came out fast. We had the burrito, roti, taco and fries. The portions were generous, and everything had such a unique flavor. Our bellies definitely weren't big enough to try more, but everything we had was delicious. There's plenty of space inside, which I loved, and the bathrooms were clean. They also have free parking, which is always a plus.

Ever since I moved to NoVA I have been on the hunt for some good Mexican food! El Paso in…read moreSpringfield isn't far from my job! I stopped by one day after work for takeout and was not disappointed! My go-to order is the Chori-Pollo -- which is sliced chicken, chorizo, smothered in queso, rice, and beans (I always ask for black instead of refried). It's incredible and it comes with tortillas so you can mix the goodness up and make little tacos with it.

Coming from Texas, I have missed a good Taco Tuesday, El Paso Mexican Restaurant hit the spot. $35…read morefor 20 tacos on Tuesdays! Their Lengua has a 50 cent up charge per taco but it is quite worth it. As you can see, they load up their taco, the barbacoa is very juicy and el pastor is solid. It comes with two servings of rice and beans which I found quite delicious too. The chips and salsa were quite disappointing, it did not feel home made but I feel like I shouldn't complain since it is free. I would suggest having the chips with the bottled salsas since those are much tastier. The interior of the restaurant is an explosion of color and decor, this adds to the dining experience. The service is mediocre at best but the food will bring me back.