I really wanted to love this place. It checks all the boxes--hole-in-the-wall feel, family-run…read more(kids in the back, mom hustling up front), and homemade tortillas. The tacos were solid--small, but well-filled and flavorful. I'd come back for those. But the torta was a letdown--probably the worst I've had. The cutlet was tiny, no avocado, dry bread, and nothing really stood out. The agua fresca tasted like watered-down canned pineapple juice, and the salsas lacked flavor. I was hoping this would prove my friend wrong about the lack of great Mexican food in the area... but so far, the search continues.

Excellent tacos and mole on the weekends! Go here if you're a foodie!!! I will be back very soon!read more

I went to the H St location, which is at the spot formerly occupied by a Peruvian restaurant. I had…read more3 tacos (pastor, asada and shrimp) for about $12+tax/tip and I thought it was a solid and quick snack. There are also tortas and burritos that I'll want to try to experience a larger meal.

Let me say this place has some of the best salsas and the guacamole is amazing. I could just eat…read morethat with a very nice frozen drink and be a happy girl lol. I ordered from door dash so I haven't had the pleasure of eating in but I can tell you everything is done with care. I had a burrito supreme filled with shrimp (these were small shrimp that you may see sprinkled in a salad or in an egg roll ) .

Took my son to this taqueria for dinner and it did not disappoint!…read more It's a small restaurant with maybe 3-4 small tables and counter seating for 4-5. (It looks like it used to be an American diner). Everything is made to order right in front of you and it's all fresh. I had carne asada tacos and carnitas tacos with black beans and rice. You can order à la carte or as a platter - I chose the platter because I was hungry! They were delicious- especially the carnitas! All the accompaniments are authentic and super fresh. The tortillas are made on site and sooo soft and tasty. We also ordered chicken flautas which come with créma and guacamole. These were also very tasty. The restaurant seems to be run by a couple. They were prompt and friendly. I enjoyed the food so much that I forgot to take pictures first. Next time!

Overall, the food alone makes this experience worth it. The physical location defintiley isn't…read moreflashy or massive. But the food is made right there in front of you. It's a simple but excellent menu and we left so happy. Definitely a gem!

The service was super quick! There may have been a 10 minute wait between ordering our food and…read morebeing served which was perfect. We got the guacamole to start which was some of the best, and most flavorful, guacamole that I've had in DC. Being from Texas, I'm very particular about my street tacos. These were the closest I've gotten to Texas street tacos since I've been in DC, and I've been here for 2 years! The place is small and intimate but full of energy - great place for a happy hour with friends or a more casual date!

Solid local Mexican spot!…read more Food- shrimp dish was flavorful and tacos consistently good. Meats are prepared well and side dishes a great compliment. Drinks- hibiscus sangria and hibiscus margarita were refreshing and tasty. Vibes- great patio space

Wow. I finally found the best Mexican spot in DC. I moved from Los Angeles and not many to choose…read morefrom but this hole in the wall is spot on. I got a steak burrito and 2 al pastor tacos to test out. Both 9/10. A previous review said there was an odd smell but thats just the raw meat most likely pork. Smells fine! Will definitely be back!

These are so good every time. They've always been great at providing quality food and customer…read moreservice even through language barriers! 10/10 every time!

We went to Cielo Rojo before theatre. Since it was early, we made dinner by ordering the entire…read morehappy hour menu. Each dish was delectable! There were 4 of us and all four gave meal a thumbs up. Highly recommend. Food lives up to its reputation as authentic Mexican per food critics / writers.

Cielo Rojo is a gem! The food is fantastic, and even those with dietary restrictions can eat like…read moreroyalty. The waitstaff is knowledgeable, kind, and generous. And the ambiance is warm and festive. One of my favorite ever restaurants. So grateful.

Had a great time and dinner! Chicatana is unassuming and unpretentious, staffed with attentive…read moreservers who do an amazing job (water was always filled and empty plates removed quite efficiently). The decor is simple, no table clothes or frills but it does live up to 'fine cuisine' with excellent food and presentation (another subtle touch is if you leave the table, you return to a nicely folded napkin). We got nearly everything on the menu including all the desserts and Mexican hot chocolate (yum, lightly spicy and piping hot!) . As others have said their guacamole is excellent...do check the charges though bc they added salsa and chips to the tab which we did not order (they removed). Also, the first order of guac came with big bowl of chips, but none with the second order of guac- not a problem though because you do not go hungry. Portions are quite generous. We even tried the ants which was a fun novelty

This was the valentine's day 2026 stop. I had no idea it was in the area it was, but alas, we made…read morethe trek from lowly ballston anyway. After parking in the Giant parking garage (decent price), we walked the few blocks to the restaurant. We spotted it with the poster sign hanging up on the outer walls. Inside you head up the stairs and you're greeted by the host stand. We checked in and got our table, right at the window (hellya). There was a rose and a candle on the table (vday vibes) and we also received a vday specials menu. We landed on queso fundido to start and a cocktail each: prickly pear marg for her, a viva mexico for me. After fundido'ing it up, we ordered our entrees. We're simple folks it was a 2 carne asada tacos, 1 al pastor taco, 1 pescado taco, and 1 chicken quesadilla. Unfortunately we weren't bold enough to try the insectos. Food was great, drinks were great, service was great. You can pay your tab via Toast for no additional fee which was convenient. There are two, single use bathrooms in there too. Overall, solid spot.

Wow. Had the Mexican mocha latte and a regular burrito with mole chicken. My friends selected the…read morechicken quesadilla and regular burrito with barbacoa. Everyone thought it was delicious. I will come back to try something different! Also, the waitress with the pigtails is super sweet!

I can attest - the food at San Pancho is still banging!! If you're at all close to Takoma Park, you…read moregotta go. I crave their cali burrito all the time, so I was so happy to have it again. Every component is perfect and I wouldn't change a thing. I did really want to try their breakfast burrito and was sad (& surprised) they aren't open for breakfast on Mondays, because online it says they are. Anyways, we got there right when they opened for dinner and others clearly had the same idea. You order inside at the counter, sit and they bring you your food. Our food did take awhile to come out though, and we were giving the tables around us side eye for getting their food before us. We devoured our chips and salsa in the meantime. All 3 salsas are amazing and worth getting! They went great on the burrito too. Matcha horchata and Arnold Palmer were refreshing, and I appreciate the more inventive drinks than your standard taqueria. And now onto the main event... THE California burrito. Man, it made me happy to be alive. We sat on the patio and it was lovely, and shaded by the umbrellas.

This place is a hidden gym as it's located within a mall that from the street does not look like a…read moremall. I was working in this area and I had a taste for rolled tacos, so when I saw this place had Flautas, I had to try them. This place did not disappoint. The service was impeccable. The staff was very friendly and helpful. There's plenty of seating on the inside, family-friendly, and their menu has a little bit of something for everyone to love. The 5 flautas were made fresh to order, were crispy and so delicious. It comes with a side of rice and black beans, which were also really good, but the star of the show were the Flautas. The chicken on the inside was tender and very flavorful. The meal comes with two sauces, a salsa verde and a salsa roja that tasted like it was adobo based and both complemented this dish well. I spent about 20 bucks, including the Jarritos fruit punch soda that I got as well. I will definitely be back here again to try some of the other menu options as I heard the barria dishes are also really good here. Highly recommend.

Great testing food. I wish the portions were a little larger, but the place is great!read more

Ordered food for delivery via Grubhub The delivery driver…read morestole my food It was NEVER DELIVERED As a customer I don't have time or money to waste on bad service. These restaurants need to be careful about these shady delivery drivers

Burrito was 3/10 Loosely rolled…read moreIngredients just thrown in any kind of way, Way too much rice, sour creams, beans, and lettuce, barely any chicken, and it wasn't even any pico just tomato. Should not be $12...dunk that bitch in the trash