I came here with my girlfriend to watch the Mexico World Cup game. The place is a small but…read morewelcoming space. The customer service was really great. The hostess and waiter were very friendly and attentive. Our glass of water was never empty. We ordered some chips and Guac while we waited for our bean and cheese pupusas and taco salad. The chips and guac were good. Nothing amazing. The taco salad was fresh with amazing veggies. The grilled steak was good. However it was missing beans. It was ok, but not my favorite. The pupusas however were 5 stars. There were so good. I highly recommend them to anyone. Their curtido was also so delicious. We loved them so much we went back another day to order some more. The next time we are in the DC area we plan to stop here again.

The food was just OK and the service was TERRIBLE. We were mostly ignored. The wait was extremely…read moreslow, entirely too long for the small amount of food we ordered in a basically empty restaurant. The restaurant really needs some cleaning and general maintenance/upkeep. I had high hopes but I was so disappointed by this restaurant

I've only ordered this to go using the Uber Eats app, which I wish allowed the option or better…read moredescription of the items, including the various sauces packed with the order, because although generous, the 2 types of sauces provided are too spicy for me! Of the dishes I've had: champurrado (yum, except not securely packaged for delivery); chips & salsa (the salsa did not agree with my tummy); sopes carnitas (pork chunks were more fat than meat); tacos fritos de pollo (super dry despite the salad that's lauered on top -- needs sauce!), and the baleadas, my favourite is the baleadas sencillas (good portion, nice flavour, perfect texture).

Freezing, I walked along 11th street on a Tuesday evening searching for Benito's Place. An old…read morefriend had suggested it but..I couldn't find it. I walked a little back and forth, but.. no. Across the street, I saw another Mexican restaurant on the corner, but it looked closed, or even shut down. Maps told me it should be there. Looking across the street my eyes were drawn to the second floor, and a series of neon lights for a tarot card reader and psychic. Taking this as a sign, I crossed. That's when I found Benito's and realized that it's neon sign was out. Walk too fast and you might miss it. A narrow door aside a bay window lit from inside. It's a small place with a warm, cozy feeling. Benito's is very much a neighborhood Central American restaurant, but FYI: no alcohol. Started with guac and chips, usual fare, delicious but nothing that singled it out. I ordered the Pollo a la Plancha and it was rather good. The chicken was grilled through but not tough, it still had moisture and you could cut it. Rice, greens, etc. and the small 2oz solo of black beans, all standard fare. The corn tortillas were interesting, not your usual thin tortillas, so it took my mind a moment to consider what I was holding. It had the thickness of a pancake, maybe a sope base, and reminded me of thick, handmade tortillas when you don't have the press. Curiously, the tortillas were not the same that my friend got with his Mole Poblano, which were thin. Granted, it was a cold Tuesday evening, but in two hours only two other individuals came in to eat. Seems like they do brisk take away business. I expect on a warmer night with higher foot traffic this place fills up quickly. The service was great, did not want for anything. We were served with two containers of sauce, green and orange. Ostensibly green chili, and habanero, I did not learn specifically however. When I dine in DC I can't help but confront the blunt question: Was it worth it? Yeah, it's good food, good people, and a good place. You'll feel comfortable there and leave full. But the price of dining out is too damn high, and this meal is on the higher side of what, ten years ago, would have been $15. I fear that prices will continue to be pushed higher and places like Benito's might disappear, so get over there because the food excellent, the people are nice, and it's just a warm space to hang out for an hour or so talking to an old friend.

Great experience at taco Tuesday event they do every week. All the tacos are 2 dollars I got the…read moreBirria, langua , al pastor, and steak. All were pretty tasty overall I enjoyed the birria the most it was served with cosme and it grilled in the sauce so it's crunchy savory and has melted cheese with the braised beef. Langua was very tender with great seasoning. The al pastor was savory and sweet. The steak was good but had the least flavor to it was still tender. Service was friendly and nice. Food came out quickly. Place is definitely divy but food is good and has tvs for watching sports.

This place has amazing tacos and margaritas! You really can't go wrong here and you can't beat the…read moretaco Tuesday prices ($2 tacos!!) We ordered the tacos al pastor, the birria tacos, shrimp tacos, and carne ones. They were all delicious!! The tortillas don't break up, they have a lot of filling and the seasoning is so so good. I wish I'd taken pictures of them, but they didn't last long! Too good. The sauces that came with them were great too! The margaritas are so good, you need to be careful not to drink them too fast haha. My favorites were the peach margarita and the tamarindo one. However, the mint and cucumber one was super refreshing, and if you're feeling adventurous I recommend trying one of the jalapeño ones! It is spicy though. My friend couldn't handle it and that's why I ended up drinking it. It was really good! The ambience is great too. The owner personally greats everyone when he's there, the waiters are really friendly and make sure to check in regularly to make sure you have everything you need! Overall, the place is great for a laid back lunch or evening, with yummy food and drinks! I hear they have karaoke nights too. Not sure when... I'll definitely have to try it out. Fully recommend!

Great, great, great service. The food is great too. This place was the first time I had/ or had…read moreheard of poblano sauce or a pupusa. I grew up a block away, but spent my early childhood in Miami. I love a chicken poblanp with lots and lots of the fried plantains/maduro. Lots of options in terms of portion size if you want to meet up with girlfriends during a busy workday. Tamarindo also has humorous hats and Tshirts. Great bar, and great indoor ambiance. Eating outside is also great. Even if it's windy, fellow diners will help put plates on top of the tent flap to keep it from hitting you in the face. If you're in range of said flap My friends and I eat outside, mostly because we are loud. There is a very substantial tent covering for the outdoor seating, and the service is just as good if not better Enjoy

I had an overall decent experience. However, I think that I will have to give El Tamarindo once…read moreFIFA World Cup 2026 fever dies down because I think the service team was a bit swapped by the number of customers. Since the restaurant was (understandably) a bit loud because of a soccer/futbol game, I had a couple of small bites that included chips & salsa and a Revuelta (pork & cheese) pupusa, and I washed it down with a Pacifico. Overall, I thought my food was decent and the bartender was very nice. Looking forward to visiting again and trying some other things on the menu.

There nothing like some good pupusas!! So when I got wind of this pupusa spot inside of…read more@lacosechadc I had to go try it!! It's that simple...Let's GO!! . Where I am: @lcpupusas_lacosecha . Location Reviewed: 1280 4th St., N.E. Washington D.C. . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their Drinks ($5.50 each for their Tamarind drink, & Horchata with cold coffee drink). STAMP that fresh sweet n sour'ish tamarind drink. The Coffee Horchata was DELICIOUS only because I didn't expect the coffee in it, I forgot i ordered it!! STAMP!! Their Yucca Frita ($3.75 fried yuca root with super sauce). Perfectly fried, & seasoned with a sauce that is creamy, sweet, & savory!! STAMP!! Their Beef Pastelitos ($6.95 beef Picadillo turnovers with cilantro crema, & pickled onions). Meaty, tasty, & hearty!! LIKE THAT!! Their Tamale de Pollo ($5.50 with Salvadoran chicken tamal, pickled onion, & aji verde salsa). If tamales are your thing, this one was packed with chicken, flavorful, & tasty!! Their Pupusas *1 for $4.35, 2 for $8.25, 3 for $12* STAMP!! Their Revuelta Pupusa (with pork chicharron, cheese, curtido-slaw, & salsa). I didn't even dip this into the salsa, nor do I put the slaw on it...slim...STAMP!! STAMP!! Their Pollo Queso Pupusa (with marinated pulled chicken, cheese, curtido, & salsa). Well seasoned chicken, cheesy, just outright deliciousness!! STAMP!! Their Jalapeno Crema Pupusa (with grilled jalapeno, cheese, pineapple curtido, & cilantro crema). Plant based, cheesy, spicy, & that pineapple slaw was EVERYTHING on this pupusa!! STAMP!! Their Crab Pupusa ($6.95 with crabmeat inside, curtido, & salsa). If you don't get nothing else DC...GET THIS!! That's it. STAMP!! Their Empanada Bites ($7.95 sweet plantain empanada balls with par milk, & rice poleda inside, drizzled in powdered sugar). Different, tasty, a plantain with a sweet cream in the inside!! . Customer Service: On Point. . Parking: Rough on the street, but they do have paid garages. . Recommendations: Get that crab pupusa!! Accessibility: This spot is wheelchair friendly, & 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

These pupusas were so hot and cheesy! I ordered the three pupusa pack which came with a free…read morepupusa of my choice. I went for the espinaca, jalapeño crema, soy chorizo and cheese, and loroco and cheese. All were so great, but the espinaca and jalapeño were my favorite. The ordered an extra side of the Curtido, and was given several extra sides which was awesome. I found both this traditional and spicy both good. The tamale de elote was my favorite. The corn flavor profile was so present and topped with the crema, it was chefs kiss. The tamarindo drink wasn't too sweet, a slight bit sour but it was very mild. It was interesting but tasty. I would absolutely order everything again, it was so good! There was quite a bit so it lasted for a few meals. I wish the red sauce had a bit more of a kick, it really didn't have a much of a presence to it. Overall, I definitely recommend!

This food is SO good--and the fact that they're open late night makes it even better. Authentic…read moreSpanish food, great drinks, and genuinely amazing service. It's a local spot that's been around forever, and I'm just now trying it... honestly mad I've been missing out on this all my adult life Definitely becoming a regular.

So, we've been going here for over 10 years, and things have sort of gone down a bit. Not bad, but…read moresort of average. - service - slow. We went at 3 pm and there was only one other table. The staff seemed focused on serving To Go drinks and mostly ignored us. 10 minutes for chips and salsa/take orders,10 more for water (never refilled), 30 minutes after we ordered we got our food (quesadillas, papusas, tortilla soup.) The chips were stale and the salsa bland. Tortilla soup was hearty and above average. Papusa was good, quesadillas very good. Hopefully it's a phase and not a trend.

The food is sooooooooo good the service is sooooooo hot the ambience is soooooooo funnn…read more Staff are super nice, mostly speak spanish but easy to communicate with!

the waitresses are above this world good looking and the food is sooo amazing and good the ambiance…read moreis fun with vibrant relaxing music playing all the time

Was around the area and this place caught my attention. I'm…read moreglad I stoped in, it's really cute and cozy , can have your stuff to have or to go. Their service is rapid and friendly. Their pupusa is so delicious, I'll definitely be returning.

Elizabeth Pupuseria & Deli offers pupusas, tamales, and even a hot bar where you can create your…read moreown combos. We stopped by to pick up some cheese pupusas, a chicken tamale, and an arroz con leche. The pupusas are all handmade, and they were cheesy and tasty; I just wished it was a little greasier with some crispiness. The arroz con leche was served extra hot; you can request the amount of cinnamon sprinkling on top, and I recommended getting a generous amount of it! Staff were very friendly! There is a table inside with 4 chairs, but there's also an enclosed 'wrap-around' patio with additional seating. Many were also calling ahead for to-go orders. Limited street parking can be found in the area. +pupusas +friendly service +ample seating +street parking available

I am very picky with pupusas and I work in the area so I'm always going to food trucks or other…read morerestaurants. Since I'm working near La casita, I decided to give the pupusas a try and I gave it a 5 stars because I love how their pupusas are evenly made. They are so perfect! This is my second time purchasing some. I will be back and recommended to people this place.

Found this spot through Yelp and after reading all the great reviews, I decided to give it a try…read more One encouraging sign when I first walked in was that the place was pretty full, which told me I came to the right place. I ordered three chicken and cheese pupusas, and they were a great size. I was nearly full after the first two. The flavor was on point. My apologies for my photo because I was already halfway through my third pupusa before I remembered to snap a picture. I also tried the corn tamale, which my wife and I enjoyed a lot. On top of that, I ordered a steak taco, which unfortunately didn't make it into a picture either because I ate it too fast. What stood out to me was the "shell." Instead of the usual flour or corn tortilla, it uses the same masa dough as the pupusa, and I really enjoyed that difference. We finished our meal with the nuegados en miel dulce, something I had never tried before. I was glad I did because it was delicious and a great way to end the meal. Overall, the food and experience were excellent. If you are like me and rely on Yelp reviews to decide where to eat, I highly recommend giving La Casita Pupuseria & Market a visit. You will be well pleased like I was.

Saw this on a YouTube vlog. Plentiful food & good prices. Not the most dazzling place inside, but…read moreit gets the job done. Was disappointed that they didn't have oxtails when we went. But overall it was a good experience.

They always have good food and they don't skimp. Lots of seating!…read more Is buffet style so the food is precooked but definitely fresh! Service is fast and they are always kind.