Look, I don't really even like Mexican food at all, but this place is awesome! The food tastes amazing and they give a lot as well. Most importantly, it's cheap! I got 3 huge pork chop pieces, rice, and beans for $10. And because I eat out a lot I know I'll order with them at least once a week. read more

I just wanted to send this to let you know my experience at LaMexicana in Germantown last Friday December 12th. I saw something black floating in my drink, and since it was dark I took a picture with my flash to see clearly. I've posted it here so you can see for yourself I am DISGUSTED that there were at least 5 FLIES in my beverage. I didn't notice at first, which means I drank some of this! I reported it to the bartender who offered absolutely NO apology, but simply poured the drink in the trash can. I can't tell you how appalled I am as you can imagine. Talk about DISGUSTING!!! Don't bother trying this out unless you want some unwanted protein :( read more

La Mexicana - FLIES in the drink!!! DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Mexican Near Me - Germantown, Maryland

La Mexicana has FANTASTIC food. The chips and salsa that are delivered to your table upon arriving are delicious. The chips are usually warm and the salsa is made fresh in the kitchen and always tastes slightly different depending on who is back there making it that specific day. I've had about a dozen things on the menu, and nothing has ever disappointed. I highly recommend the strawberry margaritas which are amazing (and strong!). Also, I've never had to wait for a table, even during peak times, which is definitely a plus, and I have never felt rushed, even when my group has stayed for 2+ hours just talking. That being said, I would only recommend going there if you're in the mood for a long, relaxed meal and aren't in a hurry. While the servers are always friendly, the service can be incredibly slow. Sometimes it's just one person serving the entire dining room! The food always comes out quickly after you've ordered, but when I've gone with friends, we've waited up to 15 minutes to get our drinks and up to half an hour to get our check after we've finished eating. Sometimes it can be hard to catch our server's eye. They always seem to disappear after dropping off the food. Occasionally I've been given something similar to, but not exactly, what I ordered. Not a big deal, because I'm not a picky eater and everything is always delicious. All in all, the food is great and the atmosphere is relaxed, but if you're picky, looking to be waited on hand and foot, or in a hurry, then this is definitely not the place for you. read more

There food is great if only there wasn't a bar . The bar is a little un comfortable . Again there food is to die for . But I would not go there on a Friday night with a kid or family because that's when it gets rough lots of drinking ,yelling and smoke. But the food is awesome read more

The one on Rockville is my regular spot but when in germantown I have to check out the original. Both locations got the best grilled tacos in my opinion. Some things I like better there then here but same nice and friendly family. I do prefer Rockville's fried ice cream over the germantown location and I also like that in germantown they cut up the shrimp. But both very tasty either way. Chicken fajitas on point as always. Can't really go wrong here from my experience over the years. Pretty consistent. One last note - it was a bit chilly in here and the owner quickly adjusted the thermostat and places a space heater near uS to warm us up, I tell you it's the little things that count the most. I appreciate it. read more

Run. Run away quickly in the opposite direction. The food was pretty bad. Everything tasted like it came out of a bag, bottle or can with a generic label and was thrown together without any additional effort. It is hard to make a bad quesadilla, but easy when the spinach tastes like it came straight from a can and tortilla shell tastes stale. The chips and salsa? Might as well go to Giant and blindly pick out the cheapest stuff you can find. The rest of our food (it was a group of 4) had that same distinct canned or badly frozen taste ... how do places like this exist? We went for dinner. The waitress wasn't that attentive (also didn't speak that much English, which is usually ok but for some reason communicating and finding her was extra hard). The night crowd was also a little sketchy, and most seemed to know each other and comfortably enjoy cursing loudly. This restaurant gave me a new perspective of Germantown and made me quickly swear to never ever venture out in that area at night again. read more

I have to confess: I went to this shopping center because I wanted to eat lunch at the Hard Times Cafe. However, that restaurant is now closed and I wanted something Tex-Mex-ish so I went here. Pros: Service was friendly and attentive. The chips and salsa were very good. On the other hand, it was 1:30 pm on a weekday and the place was pretty empty. I think one waitress was waiting on the entire restaurant-it's a small dining room. I ordered the shredded beef sunken burrito lunch platter and the beef wasn't shredded. It was chunked. If I wanted chunks I would have ordered fajitas. But it was more or less tender.That said, the burrito and the side garnish of lettuce, sour cream, and pico de Gallo tasted all right. Not fabulous but OK. I didn't get a bar drink, but from reading the other reviews, maybe I should have. The decor is sort of standard Tex-Mex with dimmed lights and sombreros hanging on the wall, except for the inexplicable mural of the back half of a naked woman surrounded by calla lilies (???) The sound level seemed nice for a dinner with good conversation (as opposed to the off-the-charts noise at Uncle Julios) Cons: the rice was minute rice. The black beans were too mushy and I didn't like the flavoring spices. The food came out way too fast to be freshly prepared; I suspect microwave. Conclusion: this is moderately tasty Tex Mex fast food with silverware, better dining ambience, and a bar. Expect no more. If you want a real step up in food quality (and price) Mi Rancho and Uncle Julio's Rio Grande Cafe are reasonably close (and so are Baja Fresh and Chipotle for that matter). I'm kind of at 2.5 stars on it but the waitress was so efficient and friendly I'm rounding up. read more

This place is better to get a beer and chips which are good but the food wasn't great and last night my tummy hurt so bad a end up towing up I think I got food poison I won't be coming here and don't recommend this place the waiter she was nice but can't say nothing about the food the only thing was good the piña colada and chips with salsa read more

Had a bad experience there. Went in on a Sunday during football season. 3 orders placed and only 1 came out correct. My friend ordered the salmon taco, she got shrimp. I ordered Chicken and Shrimp fajitas, I got only chicken. We told the waitress and she only said "I put it in right!" I never did get my shrimp for my fajitas and they just charged my friend for the shrimp taco, not the salmon taco. I'd avoid Sundays there. What's missing from the salsa is the vinegar, it's just tomatoes in there. read more

Really bad taste the food taste nothing like Mexican food I couldn't finish my food that's how bad it was never again read more

La Mexicana - a plate of food and a glass of milk - Mexican Near Me - Germantown, Maryland

Mmmmmm.... ouch! Went on a taste tour of the neighborhood with a group of about 14....this was our first stop. Had a chimichango and 4 supreme tacos - both were so flavorful. This is a great neighborhood joint, with big flavor. A must visit! read more

ok let me start with the fact that the food isn't even culture Mexican. i ordered a simple carne asada something so simple you can't fuck up yet they did. 1. the rice is ass it was microwaved and the beans tasted sour and salty. 2. the steak was not done well and terribly seasoned 3. the pupusas is made with the wrong pork and badly handmade. maybe get better staff and work a little better. but overall a 10/10 to the waitress she doing her job right so give the lady a raise. read more

This place had amazing salsa and chips but everything else was pretty bad. This is not a place for big groups. The older gentleman there forgot to take the orders of everyone and brought out the food for the ones he did take while the other half of the table was still waiting. I had to ask three times for him to come back. They messed up my friends burrito 4 times. She asked for no lettuce and they just couldn't seem to get it. read more

Let me start by saying that the food here is good. Pretty typical Mexican restaurant fare. The prices are very good and quite reasonable. The decor and ambiance is a little worn and outdated and could definitely use some refreshing. But, it was pretty clean. The service was pretty slow, mostly because they seemed to be short staffed. It took awhile to get our order taken and even longer for our food to be delivered. Our waitress was good but over worked. I would come back again. read more

I have been eating at the La Mexicana in Germantown forever. The food and drinks are amazing and affordable. Alexa is the best waitress and bartender that we have ever had. We inquire when she is working so that we know that our service will always be excellent. read more

Alexis is the warmest nicest bartender I've encountered, i don't come to la Mexicana too much but she was always welcoming and she remembered my drink order after one night, she's great and should be treated as such. She's a quick bartender and she as a bartender has tact, even if someone is outta pocket she keeps her cool unless it's an issue and she takes care of it. Bones and monsta take care of anything as it's happening, i remember one lady came in, she was super outta pocket and it was shut down before it became an issue, the staff here are professional and know how to deal with everything. read more

Great food at excellent prices. Portions were big and food was high quality. We ordered the 2 pork chop dinner with black beans and rice. Absolutely delicious. Also chicken fajita taco combo was excellent. read more

La Mex is a favorite of mine. Food is always fast and delicious and the drinks are fabulous. The staff is terrific and very attentive. The owner, Mr. Roy, always has a warm welcoming smile and greeting for everyone that comes in. I have eaten here many, many times and have NEVER had a bad meal. My hands down favorites are the Shrimp Limone, the pork chops, combination fajitas, and anything (yes anything) that is covered with the Verde sauce! I frequently special order (I'm very picky) and this is never a problem. On to the main reason for my review... Recently I wanted to have a small surprise birthday gathering for my fellow. I called the restaurant and Mr. Roy answered. I told him that I wanted to do this but that I didn't know what food I wanted to order. He asked for a budget and said that if I wanted, he would take care of the food. YES! The day of the party, I dropped off some decorations and a cake. When we got there for the party, everything was all set and looked wonderful. The food came out hot and delicious. The variety of sauce that came our were amazing. Everyone complimented the food. The spread was impressive. Our server was Sammy Jo and she is on the ball. She listens, her timing is great, her personality is top notch. The bartender that afternoon "T" is so chipper and lively and simply a positive, wonderful person. We already know that this was the first of many parties / celebrations that we will have there. Thanks La Mex. read more

I came in on Monday evening and had a great experience with a young lady named Alexis who was behind the bar. I ate on the patio and she was very attentive, and made our dining experience great. I have come in before and have not had the greatest experience with service, but I was in the area and thought I'd give it another shot. I'm glad I did because Alexis was amazing and the food was good as well. We will definitely be asking for her next time we come! Thanks Alexis for helping us have a nice evening out! read more

Only go here if: 1) You enjoy being completely ignored by all staff even when you sit at a dirty table for 40 minutes & there's only 2 other tables eating food. 2) You enjoy having to go & find your own menu; only to be told by the waitress that she will bring it to you (I guess 40 minutes of waiting wasn't patient enough). 2) You like when it takes 2 hours to get 3 of 4 drinks & one appetizer (which they don't even supply enough chips to eat it all & they sure don't come back to ask how it is or if you need anything). 2) You like being told that they can't make a margarita without sour mix until you tell them how to do itk & like when the waitress rolls your eyes at you over a simple request. 3) You enjoy sitting on an outdoor patio surrounded by signs claiming it is a non-smoking area while everyone sits around you & smokes anyway since apparently no one can read & apparently management doesn't care about local code (your non-smoking loved ones will love you coming home reeking of cigarette smoke! Now my new purse even reeks of cigarettes - yay!) Seriously - go elsewhere. Worst experience OF ALL TIME! read more

The wait time was super long just to get your food, and the tilapia was incredibly Salty like it had only been soaked in complete salt. The horchata was good however but that's about it. I don't really recommend this place especially when wing stop is next door and wings are always bomb. read more

I ate here this evening and the food was delicious. The service was fantastic and the restaurant was spotless. I have been to a lot of Mexican restaurants throughout the moco area and I will definitely be back here soon. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

The grilled chicken and steak that they use for all of their food is amazing. The margaritas are excellent. The waitresses and chefs will even prepare the food however you want it, regardless of whats listed on the menu. We've only lived here for 3 months and we're becoming regulars. read more

Went in with the husband for an early dinner and it was delicious! The shrimp limon appetizer was memorable and we both ordered lava rock grilled entrees. My husband ordered the salmon and it was prepared perfectly. Good margaritas, only $4 for happy hour and strong! The chips were delivered to our table warm and both the mild and hot salsas were tasty. To me all the food was good-quality Tex-Mex with lots of flavor. I'm from the southwest and having lots of Mexican & Tex-Mex food over the years I had all but given up on eating at Mexican restaurants in MD. I don't understand the average reviews I read, glad I trusted a friends recommendation and went to La Mexicana. Our server was very attentive and will be back for sure! read more

I have been here 3 times with my wife. Twice for lunch and once for dinner. The food here is a really good. I am very surprised by the reviews of others. The price to quantity ratio is amazing. We love the hot salsa. We would definitely come back. read more

We ordered lunch for carry-out. Our entire office loved their food. We all ordered something different. The food was very very good. My boss is a picky eater and he was scrapping his plate and gave Germantown La Mex 10 stars... read more

The is a great place for margaritas and low cost good Mexican food. We go here quite a bit, good for a meal and to watch football after church. They also have Karaoke on Thursday nights. We always leave happy from here. The restaurant looks a little run down but the bathrooms are always very clean. It's a neighborhood hang out! A lot of staff and regular people know our names:) it's our go to spot! read more

My wife and i come here alot for good mexican food at low prices. We're always surprised at our check total thinking something's missing. Their wings with yuca sauce is a must have and the fajitas are always on point! I agree with the other reviewers that the bar can be a bit rowdy and unruly but i think they have it under control. The wait staff and manager are always friendly and service is always pretty quick! read more

The food tastes authentic and the atmosphere is lively. I had the chicken sampler, fantastic.

I am sorry, but this is NOT Mexican food. You can't just throw anything between a tortilla and call it a taco. To start, we ordered Chili con queso and I am still wondering where was the chili part. It was just cheese, and american cheese for that matter. The children menu items do not include a drink and they don't have children's size so if your child would like a drink other than water it will cost you $2.50 and have no lid , so be prepared for spills, and on top of that it cost $2 extra for the chicken taco, which the server never mentioned when she offered it. We paid $10 for 1 taco, a few fries and a drink for our daughter, of which of course she barely ate because the chicken was charred and what 7 yo likes that? The texture of the beef was terrible, the seasoning for the carnitas was all wrong, the refried beans tasted like they came out of a can and I don't even know what the rice was but it definitely was not Mexican. On top of all that, the service was terrible too, except for what looked to be the manager, who came to our table a few times to check on us. We barely saw our server and when we did see her service was subpar at best. We would have been more understanding if the place was packed as we know could be overwhelming, but there were only about 4 tables. She obviously didn't want to be there. We will definitely never be back. Most disappointing meal ever. read more

Muy bueno. Run don't walk to this establishment. You won't find better mexican food until you hit the rio grande in Bethesda.

Anyone who has reviewed this place as having more than one star clearly has no class and has never dined out before. I would not even feed my dog this food. The people who enter this restaurant unfortunately come from a class that considers Taco Bell fine dining. This restaurant should be inspected and doors closed for cleanliness. Trust me when I say this stay away from this restaurant it's cheaper to eat at Taco Bell! read more

I just had the worst experience at La Mexicana, Gaithersburg, MD. New state law says no more styrofoam containers. When I asked for a to go box, I was told I had to pay $.50. I asked for the manager. Server came back with a 'free paper plate and a sheet of aluminum foil'. I asked for the manager again. Watched him talk to the server, disappear to the back. Server told me he had to leave for another restaurant. I asked for his name and owner's name-he was the owner. I left my card and a promise to share my experience on social media. #justsaynotolamexicana #poorcustomerservice read more

Highly disorgqnized when we came they were no waiters at a restaurant and the bartender was working both sides . I only saw 1 bartender . Never coming here again for food wasted gas . read more

My boyfriend and I walked in at 5:30 on a weeknight for dinner. There were plenty of people at the bar, but nobody at the tables. We waited for a while... standing there... looking around for an employee, but none approached us. The bar staff ignored us. A female employee walked out of the back area, looked at us, and then walked back in the back area and never came out again. Finally, we left and went a couple doors down to Hard Times, where we were greeted instantly with a smile and treated like valued customers. read more

I too wish that I could award no stars for this terrible excuse for a restaurant. My boyfriend and I had errands to run in the same shopping center and decided to walk here for convenience. We should have walked right back out when we saw that there were only two tables in the entire restaurant with customers. The bar was full of what seemed to be regulars talking loudly and walking past us frequently to go to the restroom or outside to smoke. The chips and salsa were so-so, only okay because they were free. We both ordered vegetarian entrees (a burrito and enchiladas) and received them promptly. Upon tasting our food, we agreed that there was a distinct freezer burn taste to the vegetables. There were some very odd vegetables included for tex-mex cuisine (cauliflower, peas and carrots to name a few). Everything on the plate, except the garnish, tasted as if it had been frozen for years, even the rice. Nothing was seasoned, not even the canned salsa. Not since living in Germany have I had such terrible tex-mex, and I've never had such poor quality food served to me at a restaurant. I can say that our waiter was friendly and talkative, if not very attentive. We waited for almost 15 minutes to pay. We also overheard the diners behind us complaining about two wrong orders. La Mexicana would be better off serving their most loyal customers by turning the entire establishment into a bar. read more

Exelent food and Exelent place to hang out with family and friends tasty food the people that works at the restaurant are very nice and very profecionals i will recommend this place for everyone that wants to pass a good time read more

Omg! Worst worst experience! we walked in and the lady just looked at us and said sit were ever she didn't sit us down no menus no intro no nothing. After waiting 20 mins sitting and sitting like idiot while everyone around us had there drinks good and/or chips we had nothing I at least wanted chips but no the waitress walked passes is like 4-5 times and nothing never coming here again. read more

Having driven by this place dozens of times we decided to check it out finally. We walked in and sat ourselves since there was no sign to tell us otherwise. After 5 minutes and multiple glances from the only apparent worker we walked out. There were many tables and only 6 or so with guests. No one seemed to have any food. Probably won't be coming back. read more

I give three stars for being a dive bar...I love dive bars and this place is one especially on a Friday evening. Great grilled tilapia heard the pork chops were something amazing maybe next time. read more