If you're in the mood for something different, Far East Taco Grille is the spot! The fusion of bold Mexican and Asian flavors is a game-changer. From spicy Korean BBQ tacos to crispy tempura bites, every bite packs a punch of flavor that keeps you coming back. The vibe is chill, with a fun, laid-back atmosphere that makes it perfect for a casual night out. The staff is super friendly, and the drinks are just as inventive as the food. If you haven't been, you're missing out on a culinary adventure! Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie read more

We visited FET on a Saturday night around 7:30pm to place an order to go. We prefer three spicy chicken tacos, a burrito and unloaded fries. The order took under 15 mins to prepare and we took it to go. Overall it was mid the chicken was dried out (like hard pieces) and the food was cold after a 5 minute walk. The French fries had absolutely nothing on them not a speck of salt nor pepper and they didn't put any in the bag. We also asked for utensils and they provided none. Overall I don't think our order was worth the $42 I spent. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Chicken tacos - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I got a chicken bowl with pretty much everything on it. It was great, but it's definitely a bit pricey, although it's really dependent on how big your appetite is (eat it all at once or split it up). The exterior is a bit dingy which is fun, but the food and interior are all quality. Minimal seating though. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Chicken Bowl - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

These are probably the best tacos in the immediate area. I love that they aren't standard. You can pick from a handful of proteins, sauces and toppings or have them pair the special toppings with your protein for you. The shrimp was excellent. Food was very fresh. Friendly service, very willing to help you decide. We were the only ones there and the music was jamming so we got to use the floor as our personal dance floor. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Spicy chicken, shrimp and regular chicken. I picked my sauces and the staff picked my toppings from their recommendations. - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Far East Taco Grille is one of my favorite fast casual joints in D.C. It's a little bit of a hole in the wall but the spicy pig fries are always my go-to for a tasty and filling meal for about $15. They have several fusions of Asian and Mexican food, with a creative and affordable menu. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Spicy Flying Pig Fries - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place only having 4 stars on yelp is wack. They deserve all the stars. From the lady who took our orders to the customizable meal, we loved every part. Inside has great music, a giant window and plants. There's only about 20 seats but we found a spot to sit with no problem. Bonus points for plain cheese quesadilla for a picky kid. Bonus bonus points for every bite being delicious. Will be back! read more

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We came here for tacos right before our night tour of D.C. It's a small corner place, near Gallaudet University. Once we got in, there was an iPad set up where we could order through there or we could order from the counter. The ladies in there were NOT friendly at all. Clearly we were not from there, but they treated us so rudely. They didn't greet us, and they just spoke in Spanish ignoring us. We didn't pay much attention to it, but when we asked if there was a bathroom or somewhere close we could go, they shrugged us off, raised their voices, and just said no bathroom, don't know where you can go, but not here. They were pretty rude about it, and didn't even offer to recommend a place close by. Anyway, the food. Considering that they got my whole order wrong and didn't even put the things on it that I ordered, my tacos tasted really good. So obviously the stars are for the service. I put in my order for salsa, sour cream, and some other stuff, but I didn't even get any of those things in it. They didn't even say if they had it or ran out. So I was left clueless. I didn't realize it till later bc it was a take out also. But I mean food was good still. Inside was small, only like 3 tables available, and the menu is simple to order from. The lighting was fine. Walls are black inside so it did add some dark to it. Anyway, service was like a 1 star, food was like a 3 star for my incorrect order, and the place itself is like a 3 star. read more

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It's not as good as last time (see original review), but it's still good. Needs to be more consistent, but will be back!

Went past today and got a spicy chicken quesadilla with lettuce,corn and KBBQ sauce. Wasn't expecting it to be that pricey for four pieces but it was bad for taco Tuesday for me. Should have took pick but I was super greedy to get to them. read more

If I could eat here everyday I would. This little corner restaurant that's so easy to miss if you aren't tooling for it really brings the flavor with their Asian twist to Tex-Mex. I always order takeout which is pretty easy through toast. The wait time is always a few minutes more than what they tell you which is not a problem. My favorite dish is the kimchi fries. I usually don't get the egg or add any protein but I heard it takes it to another level! You can't go wrong with the Tex-Mex egg rolls and I enjoy their spicy chicken burritos with fresco and pico de gallo toppings. read more

Amazing food. Cooked very well with a lot of flavor. Small little business but really great setting. Service is amazing, very friendly and even remember my order and name from a previous visit! Definitely would recommend to anyone! Only thing that could make it better is if they served alcohol/beer! read more

Far East Taco Grille - Inside business - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The tacos are good, as is the quality. But they use a little too much sauce on top that it ends up being a bit too messy. Also, much of the menu is spicy-centric, which isn't good for the spice-averse (me). I'd need to go back for a second opinion and see if I can modify my order better. read more

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I've been to Far East Taco Grille once before, but I don't remember it being so good. I got the Chicken Rumble Fries and they were great!! Now, I've got to find reasons to get to that side of town more often!! read more

Far East Taco Grille - Chicken Rumble Fries - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Delightful combination of favours and very generous with their fillings. Another shell for the tacos would have done the trick to support its topping. Their take on korean-Mexican poutine was extremely satisfying and comforting. read more

So I have to update my review as FETG has changed a bit over the past few years. Still one of my favorites but it's annoying that the menu keeps updating and I can't always keep up. With that said, I've been embarrassed a few times enough trying to order something no longer on their menu. Well with our current lifestyle of quarantining, I'm happy to at least see they are open, in business, and on DoorDash! You never know which restaurants will go out of business with these unprecedented times. If you read my old review, disregard some of the items on there as they no longer exist. Also, note that prices on DoorDash may be higher than their in-store menu. One item I love that has stayed on their menu time after time with every single update is the Tex-Mex Eggrolls. Though size and pricing have changed here and there, I'm happy to see that it still exists - unlike many of their original menu options, even their first location. Okay so if you like Texmex flavors and Asian flavors, FETG is still one of the best when it comes to fusion. Support them and give them a try. You never know what you try may not be there in the future. read more

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These fried chicken dumpling were perfectly cooked and had amazing flavor! Paired well with both the sweet sauce and spicy sauce! read more

Far East Taco Grille - Fried chicken dumplings - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Love these tacos, they are truly the best and most unique in the DMV (that I have tried). They have so many flavorful topped and sauces, unlike most places that just offer lettuce onion and cheese. However, I had to take a star off for the consistently awful service. First, there is a lack of organization as far as how to pick up take out orders. Even if you got an email that your food is ready, you have to wait in the same lane as those ordering, and the line is always long! Also, we have gotten the wrong order on several occasions which is super frustrating, especially since I live so darn far away. So to summarize, amazing food and I wish they had more locations BUT the current location has a lot of room for improvement. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Smothered fries with chicken - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Small space, but was clean inside. I tried tex mex eggrolls and spicy chicken tacos. A bit pricey but everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. Food portions were plenty. read more

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Who knew I was a Asian Mexican taco fusion fan? After coming to FETG regularly for over a year, I am for sure. The decor is like any number of taco places I have been to in East LA. Spartan with a few tables and place to grub but mostly catering to a carry it out type of customer. The magic of this place happens in the kitchen. Build your own menu depending on what you are in the mood for. Start with proteins. I am partial to steak and chicken. Each is marinated for hours and cooked to perfection on a grill and/or griddle. The steak is world class to me. Would that they offered a full size steak as an entrée. I do not eat pork but for those who dabble in the other white meat they have three types: spicy chorizo, pork belly, and spicy pork. Also, vegetarians will feel welcome with very good choices of grilled mushrooms or a well made tofu. Me and those who are Pescatarians will love the fish and shrimp options. Both are solid on flavor and a good choice for Lenten fish Fridays. The proteins are served over or in five choices of meals: 1) tacos; 2) bowl; 3) burritos, 4) quesadillas; and, 5) organic salad. I typically go with the bowl. Like Chipotle but super charged in flavor and execution. The next options are where FETG crosses the river Jordan from great into sublime. You get to choose a "style" where the Asian/Mexican fusion occurs. There are eight choices and the descriptions on the menu are spot on and easy to imagine how each would taste. I go Grilles Sensation (grilled onion and zucchini, mozzarella, fried onion flakes), Fresco (lettuce, jack and cheddar, and lime-crema), and Banh Mi Craze (pickled carrots, daikon, jalapeños, and cilantro). Next are the sauces which you can add as many as you like. The Sweet #15 and spicy mayotta are my picks. All the various styles and sauces just go together. My mouth is watering just thinking about them. Finally, I top it off with avocado for a buck more and then I squeeze lime juice from the free limes in the front of the shop. Just a perfect fusion meal without being fussy. Other Yelpers have reviewed the remaining items like chicken poutine fries and Bibimbap. I have yet to try them because I am addicted to the create your own bowl section. The prices are reasonable for the quality and amount of food. The customer service is very kind and very quick. The website is so well designed that even if you did not know anything about the items you will get a good idea or two. You can order online and I am sure UberEats or Doordash will deliver to you. Five stars and deserving of more. [Yelp Review #105] read more

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The best tacos in DC,in my humble opinion! They are so good,that I drive from Anacostia,to Florida ave.That should tell you something!. The service is amazing.Employees are efficient and sweet.Although not a traditional sit down spot,the ambiance is . read more

Absolutely delicious and superrrr unique food! Far East Taco's menu is a tasty fusion of Mexican and Asian-inspired flavors, with plenty of vegetarian options on the menu. The build-your-own process allows diners to customize their rice bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and other options to preference. I got a rice bowl with crispy tofu, mushrooms, lots of other veggies and three kinds of tangy, creamy sauces with crispy fried onions on top. The bowl was so good, the service was fast and unfussy, the price for the quantity was great as well - I would absolutely come here again. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

After my husband finished eating his tacos, he said, "this food did something to me." Everything was amazing, and I can't wait to come back and try more. I had the shrimp tacos with salsa Roja and kimchi lime. My husband had the spicy grilled pork with salsa Verde and Pico de Gallo. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Spicy pork, salsa Verde, Pico de Gallo - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This spot is a hidden gem in noma. It's a small cafe style restaurant that specializes in fast casual. My boyfriend and I stopped in and got corn some tacos and a burrito bowl. The corn was out of this world and the bowl I ordered hit every spot I didn't know I had! The food is fresh and well seasoned, I can't wait to try the rest of the menu! read more

My food was delicious! I will definitely become a regular customer. I've heard so many good things about Far East Taco Grill and I'm glad I decided to finally check it out. Once I receive my food. I was in a rush to sit down and try it. I was hungry! Have you ever taste your food while walking to find a seat? I'm guilty lol. The Bowl was flavorful with every bite. It was the perfect blend of seasoning. I was impressed! Menu: Build your own Bowl Protein: Chicken 6 free Toppings: Rice, Black beans, Lettuce, Corn, jack & Cheddar Cheese, Red Onions Add $1 extra for Avocado. Sauce: Mango Habanera (Sweet & Hot) :) Good food, Bold flavors, big portion size, quick service, friendly staff, Clean restaurant! P.S If you like fusions this is a good local business. The location is small but you won't be disappointed. read more

Far East Taco Grille - It tasted so good. - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We ordered the 3 tacos and got steak, chicken and Korean bbq. Hands down the best tacos I've ever had. GENEROUS with the filling and so flavorful. Spot on!! read more

3.5/5 I went at 1pm on a Saturday. It wasn't busy at all. Food overall was good. Worth a visit if you are around, I wouldn't go out of your way though. Menu is fast casual style where you get to build your own meal. I don't think I picked the best combos and probably would have had a better experience if there were recommended combinations available to pick from. I got fish tacos original spice with salsa roja, mango salsa. I really liked the fish and the batter! I would probably recommend Baja style and take mayonnaise instead of the salsa roja. I also got grilled pork belly rice bowl, spicy, salsa verde, kimchi. Their "spicy" seemed to be just extra black pepper. I didn't love their pork either. It was dry, maybe over cooked and not enough fat to be pork belly that I expected. I would not recommend the pork. Elote, I enjoyed it but it was very rich and don't think I could finish an entire one myself. It was a little different. I think they used sriracha mayo with lime? Plenty of cheese I wished they had more of the typical Mexican chilli mix. They got forgot my coke and didn't ring it up. Miscommunication there. They made our order to go even though we wanted it dine in. That was communicated properly (on the receipt). So we produced a bit more waste than I would have liked. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Fish Tacos Grilled pork belly Rice Bowl Elotes Street Corn Stick - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The tacos are pretty good but I have to take off stars because they always get my order wrong. If I pay for something, I expect it to be what I asked for. How can you omit stuff when it's ordered online? It's simple reading! This has happened multiple times and unfortunately I am not going to return due to this matter. read more

What can be said about Far East taco -they are AWSOME, a bit pricey still worth the price for me, i love their Locale ,the picnic tables Are great idea. I had 3 basic Soft tacos and a quesadilla, i was stuffed. I went to the New Hampshire Ave ,NW Location. read more

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I was hungry and came here for lunch at the Gallery Place food truck spot. Decided to go with their recommendation menu. You have to write what you want on a piece of paper and give it to them. The tacos came out in 5-10 mins (wasn't a line when I got there so I was lucky). The presentation was great and the tacos looked like they could be eaten without making a mess. Once back in the office, I ate each taco quiet quickly. My favorite one was the one in the middle with corn but I forget what protein was in it (could've been chicken, beef, or pork since those are the ones I chose). Regardless, they all tasted good so I would recommend their recommendation menu. read more

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If you need a break from your standard taco, try Far East Taco Grill. It's Korean and Mexican fusion. In concept, it's set up like a fast casual restaurant where you pick between a bowl, burrito, etc. and then move to picking a meat, toppings, dressings, etc. Their tacos are $2.50 or so and not small so if you need a snack, go with that. The bowls are really good too and make you feel like you're eating something slightly more healthy. Kimchi fries- stay away. It sound good, but are too much. Always pick the bulgogi or spicy pork for the meat! read more

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Nice little gourmet taco place. I like the options it has as far as toppings, sauces, combinations etc. Never fails. Price can be eh sometimes, but its definitely a good TREAT YO SELF. You an order online and pick up. You have to pay for extra sauce which can be annoying when sometimes you feel like there wasn't enough sauce on it to be with. Definitely enjoy this place-not to far from H street. Im really sad that they took away the mushroom tacos. Bring them back! read more

Absolutely love this place! I once ate here 3 times in one week. Great prices for authentic taste and quality food. Made to order, fresh and hot tacos. I love to get fish and shrimp tacos. I always try a new combination of salsas, toppings, and sauces. Wait time can vary. Always worthwhile though! read more

Delicious fresh food, lots of combination options and reasonably priced. Very casual ambiance.

Tacos are fire , service friendly and the service fast Is a small place but always clean and the ladies are always kind The shrimp tacos with pineapple sauce and mango love are my way to go You can't get nothing wrong everything taste so good read more

Simple food done well. Pick your base, protein, toppings and sauce and you'll have an amazing meal read more

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I just finished eating and I could barely breathe but felt compelled to write this review. I am generally skeptical of fusion tacos, because I'm a keep it simple and original kind of gal, BUT these tacos were amazing. We ordered the steak, chorizo and pork belly tacos. I can't decide which one is my favorite. Each of the protein options were seasoned and cooked perfectly. The toppings were fresh and they offer a variety of different style options. Delivery was fast and the food was hot. We also ordered the Tex-mex egg rolls which probably put me over the top and in my current food coma. The egg rolls were crispy and delicious, kind of like a mini fried burrito. Prices are very reasonable, I found that the tacos were larger than the tacos I am accustomed to. 3 for $9, can't go wrong. I'm glad this place is so close to me, will definitely stop by to get my taco fix in the future. read more

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Oh. My. Lort. This place was around the corner from where we were staying on holiday, so we took the short stroll here to try them. Now that I know how delicious and fresh the food is, I'd walk ten more blocks to get here. I had the combo: flour tortilla with mushroom, corn with spicy pork, and flour with chicken. Two were dressed fresco and one was pico de gallo. I also selected the salsa verde, which is a creamy and spicy tomatillo sauce. The flavors were clean and amazing, and the portions were filling without being overdone. Super find for the first day of our trip! read more

Far East Taco Grille - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I thought that this spot was just another one of those swanky new places that are riddled throughout the city, and it wouldn't last long. Especially on a main thoroughfare like the N.E. side of Florida Ave. But hold up, this eatery has been there for a minute now, and I was always curious about it. So I finally stopped at 535 Florida Ave., N.E. Washington D.C. @fareasttacogrille !! I have to be honest here...I didn't expect much...I was WRONG!! This establishment has a really dope Asian/Latino food fusion with menu items like their Quesadilla that has Chorizo Picante, and/or Spicy Octopus as a protein option!! Wow!! They also have burritos, rice bowls, salads, Kimchi (Korean fermented and spiced vegetables) fries, jalapeño poppers, Mandu (a meat, or vegetable filled dumpling that can be fried, boiled, baked, or steamed) dumplings, and chicken wings!! On this trip I copped their Chicken Cool Wrap (pictured-with grilled chicken, lettuce, red bell pepper, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, in a tortilla with the Chef's special sauce $9.50). Smack Smack...STAMP...excellent!! This wrap qualifies for BIG SCHLIMS LITE POCKET MEALS...and it's worth it. I crushed, it was truly that good!! Next up was their Elote (pictured-buttered, smothered with Yum Yum sauce, topped with cotija cheese, and sprinkled with chili lime seasoning $4.95). Now many places has this popularized item. But not with the good Yum Yum on it!! Another STAMP from me!! Lastly was their 3 mixed Taco option (pictured-a spicy chicken, a chorizo picante, and a sliced ribeye steak on corn tortillas, all topped with a splash of lime, fresh corn, black beans, pico de Gallo, cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, Korean bbq, fried onion flakes, and spicy mayo-$11.95). Now I thought I over did it with the plethora of topping options they have. I didn't. These tacos were EVERYTHING!! So...STAMP these too!! The whole meal was bomb!! Customer service was on point, parking was difficult because you have to park on a side street. The establishment was clean. Go!! No disappointment here. Trust. That's it. #tacos #elotes #burritos #deliciousness #bigschlimsreviews #fareasttacogrille #litepocketmeals #goodeats #washingtondc #foodie #musthaves #affordable #chicken #chorizo #steak #fusion #tryit #trust #thatsit read more

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My husband and I live near the Far East Taco Grille on 15th Street and walked there the other night to find it closed (anyone know the hours there, it said open on Yelp). But we had taco on the brain/stomach so we had to go to this location. And I am so glad we did! It was a quiet night, no one was in line or inside when we arrived. I went with the steak rice bowl with fajita volcano and fresco toppings and the Sweet #15 sauce. YUM. The steak was cut up in small pieces and cooked very well. The rice was delish and the veggies and toppings made it sooo yummy. The sauce was a little bit sweet, which I liked, and so I added a bit of Siracha and I was good to go! My husband had the shrimp tacos with the mango habanera and the mango fiesta. He really enjoyed the tacos as well but told me he would prefer the steak next time as he liked how cooked they were and said the flavor was better. Overall, we were very pleased that we went and will definitely come back! read more

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This was my first time going on the recommendation of a friend. It was just ok. They use parboiled rice in the rice and beans, which seems sacrilegious considering this is Korean fusion. The black beans were dry dry. I got the spicy chicken and beer battered tacos Both were overcooked, but the chicken was well-seasoned, and the toppings and sauces were tasty. A woman also came in without a mask and was still served, and allowed to wait for her food. The woman on the register was friendly, so that is a plus. read more

Far East Taco Grille - Par-boiled rice and dry beans - Tacos Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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