Great food, chimichangas were phenomenal without being super big and making you feel guilty for eating it all. Rice was good. We are usually "team black bean" over "team refried beans", they don't serve frijoles negros but the waiter bragged that they had the best refried beans in Arlington, and they were awesome! The first test of any mex/ place is the salsa, and here the chips and salsa were on point with a nice hot kick! read more

I have to admit that pulling up to this restaurant I want too sure about it but let me tell you the food is great and so is the customer service. I would definitely travel from Maryland again to eat here!! read more

La Union Restaurant - 3 tacos minus 2 rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Absolutely delicious. Tamales were perfect, enchiladas were delicious. People were friendly, service was great. Not a single complaint. read more

The food at La Union is consistently excellent and the service is fantastic. This is still a family favorite restaurant.

We picked up takeout and it was absolutely amazing. We've been going here for years as a family and I finally got to show it to my boyfriend. The horchata is the BEST. Pupusas, carne, the beans, everything is phenomenal. 10/10 recommend read more

La Union has such yummy food! I especially love their cheese pupusas. They also have great salsa and chips and delicious, reasonably priced margaritas. Only thing I would change is their takeout containers (styrofoam containers should be illegal by now.) Thank you, La Union, for serving wonderful food at fair prices. read more

The food is very good. The people are sooo nice. Skip Tex Mex and try this restaurant.

Love this place. In my opinion they have the best taste for Salvadoran food. I have been coming here for over 30 years.

La Union is a favorite of mine for Mexican/Salvadoran, though I tend to stick to the Mexican food here, with the exception of the pupusas. La Union has been on my radar since Áine raved about it in 2010. It's usually quiet and the service is always friendly and warm. Chips and salsa are automatically offered as a tasty start to the meal. The pupusas are good--perhaps not the best I've had, but definitely high up on the list. I'm an enchilada girl. I love, love, love enchiladas and I urge you to consider ordering them here. The chicken is tender and red sauce flavorful. I usually add one of the table salsas for some heat. Plus, you can't go wrong with their rice and refried beans. The guacamole is fresh and I do not think it is oversalted, as other reviewers have mentioned. Chicken chimichangas are fried to perfection and I used the guacamole and a table salsa as a sauce. I must get back for one of their specialty dishes, fried ice cream, and a margarita. read more

I wanted to try a new restaurant for Cinco de Mayo this year and this was on the top places to go to. I couldn't be happier that I picked this place! When we came in we had to wait about 10 minutes because all seats were taken. It's a small restaurant with beautiful paintings and unique things from El Salvador and Mexico. It's an authentic, homemade meal that will have you coming back, for sure! I mean who can not love a place that places warm tortilla chips and salsa in front of you when you sit down. My boyfriend and I both went a bit crazy on the food, we couldn't figure out what to get so we got a little bit of everything. We are huge fans of pupusas and since he is salvadoran he is the real judge. We got the pupusa revueltas and it was absolutely delicious. It was overflowing with pork and cheese, so much flavor and the slaw really put it all together. Perfectly crispy on the outside when you bite into it, but its so warm and delicate inside with the mixture of pork and melted cheese. Yum! The nachos were up next with a hot plate with a good amount of tortilla chips, melted cheese and seasoned ground beef. Well worth the $7. My trio (cheese, chicken, beef) enchiladas were smothered with cheese on top with goodness inside all 3. On the side were refried beans and yellow rice. All were $9 and for the price, the food was beyond my expectations. The portion was also a generous size. Most entrees are from $8-$10 too, which is very reasonable. Now on to the best part of eating - dessert!All I gotta say is the flan was the bees knees and you have to try it. It's not too sweet which is perfect. The empanada de platano are lightly fried platanos in a milk pudding, these weren't what I thought and I don't think I'd get them again. I'm not a fan of the milk pudding. Service was excellent, the server was on top of his game even though it was busy. I enjoyed my experience and it will be one of my go-to when I'm in a mexican/salvadoran mood. Authentic, cheap and delicious - need I say more? read more

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Probably 3.5 stars, but I would go back Ambiance & service: Can't judge - I got delivery Food: A little up and down. I got the shrimp fajita. The portion size was large with a generous amount of shrimp and 4 tortillas. But the shrimp were unseasoned so the taste was pretty bland. It came with a small side of guacamole (okay, nothing special), and rice (good flavor) refried beans (again, simply average). But the saving grace for the order was a side of plantains Beautifully cooked with a lovely velvety flavor. Price; A little on the high side - I would expect better for this. I might try again, but only after I have tried more of the places in my neighborhood first. read more

Simply great mexican/salvadorean dishes in a nice cozy family oriented restaurant. Portions are great and prices are reasonable!!! read more

La Union Restaurant - Mar y tierra (carne asada and shrimps) - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Been here before always good. But today's Chicken Fajita seemed like chicken and vegetables were boiled- no sign of being grilled. Disappointing. Rice was good though. read more

This is a neighborhood treasure. It is a nice casual place to frop into. Service is excellent and friendly. read more

Best Mexican food I've had in DMV. It was authentic and full of the flavors I've been missing. I'm from out west with a large Latino influence and have been disappointed by the other places is the area. Incredible enchiladas! read more

My husband and I came here to check it for dinner. We had the following for appetizers: papusas, that came filled with pork and cheese, and one that came with some 'edible' flowers - both were interesting, but a little underseasoned. I wasn't a fan of the cabbage relish as it was way too vinegar-y and potent. The queso dip was also a little too watery and not the thick consistency that I was expecting. For the entrees, the enchiladas my husband got was overly cheesy (which I really enjoyed), and the filling contained ground beef and no other ingredients. My chimichanga platter came stuffed with ground beef, - this was okay. The sides of the refried beans, I wasn't a fan, as it was too watery, but the rice was tasty. The customer service was great, and the owner was awesomely-nice! I am glad I was able to check this place out! +cheesy enchiladas +rice read more

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I lived about a block from this place for about 5 years and drove by it a million times before I stepped inside of a bite to eat. Let me tell you - i'm kicking myself in the backside now for taking so long to stop in. As someone else mentioned - this place really is a gem. It's a simple, no-sense restaurant. You great Hispanic food and a neighborhood restaurant price point. I have had the pupasas, the steak, and the enchiladas. All three were great. The place is friendly and simple - don't come here expecting somethings upscale and fancy. This is the place you come for a quick lunch, after the softball game, or when you just don't feel like cooking. In fact - I think I'll swing by later today read more

This has become our "go to" neighborhood restaurant! The beverages (read margaritas) are great. That is particularly true for their El Matador, a margarita that contains Grand Marnier and must be ordered with a wave of your hand for emphasis. The Supreme Nachos are delicious and sometimes all the two of us need for dinner in addition to a few of the aforementioned drinks. (Don't judge). If we're really hungry we'll get an order of fajitas knowing they, along with everything else we might order, will be wonderful as well. The staff is always pleasant and the service is surprisingly prompt. As for ambiance, there really isn't any. That is, except for soccer games that may be playing on one of their two TVs. Parking can sometimes be a problem and if we can't find a space in front there is always something a block or two away in the neighborhood behind the restaurant. La Union is a no nonsense place to go for a nice meal at a (don't tell them this) reasonable price. It's a place we bring our friends (don't tell them either) and don't see that changing anytime soon. read more

I love this small Salvadoran neighborhood restaurant. Excellent food - Burritos California my fave. Service is friendly and quick. Prices are fine. Highly recommended. read more

Went to La Union for take out lunch. I was surprised to find it crowed on an easly Sunday afternoon. I ordered several papusas, Tamal de elote, a QUESADILLAS, and a few burritos. The food was plentiful and authentic. read more

Good Family restaurant in the neighborhood. Central American and Mexican style items done fresh and with care. Full service -beer, wine - Liquor (Margarita with choices of Tequila) Shrimp dishes are my current favorite. Carry-out Take away available. But catch a football match and you will be glad you did. read more

Food was fresh and good. I'll enjoy my steak and rice. I will be back! I really don't have much else to say yelp! read more

SO GOOD. Clearly too good to stop & take a picture. Such a great spot for pupusas, they were hot, super fresh & delicious (bean & cheese is my fav). Also some of the best priced Mexican/Salvadorian food around in dc/Arlington. read more

La Union Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I wanted to really give this Ma and Pa restaurant a higher rating, but I found the food to generic. The parking lot is alway full, but there are better restaurants of this type of cuisine elsewhere in the area. read more

Goodbye high price non authentic chain restaurants. This is now MY place. Even in the pandemic my food was fresh, made to order and the staff friendly. My burrito platter was amazing. I won't stop until I've had the entire menu. I'm looking forward to an in restaurant experience. read more

I ordered delivery from this restaurant and it was the worst Mexican and El Salvadoran food I've tasted. Pupusas were bland, overcooked, and the beans were not fresh; queso was old, watery, and out of a can; while the flan dessert tasted and smelled like eggs and was not cooked thoroughly. read more

Unassuming and delicious! Enchiladas are incredible. They didn't skip on the quality of the rice and beans either. So happy we gave this place a shot. Definitely will be coming here in the future. read more

We enjoyed this restaurant. Food was really good and the staff was very attentive. Yuca frita and pork appetizer was delicious. read more

I love this place. Great service and tasty, consistent food. Try the El Tipico. The wife likes the Tierra y Mar, which is also great. The tres leches and margaritas were great too. I lived in arlington for years before trying this place. Sadly, those are years that I'll never get back. read more

This might be an isolated incident, and I might have an update in the future...but for now, La Union is one of my least favorite restaurants. Pupusas were on the dry side, I believe they ran out of (or didn't have) corn tamales, and the atmosphere was not my favorite. It was a bit darker than average. Parking is very scarce and ridiculous. I'm pretty sure I parked in this teeny alley next to the garbage can between La Union and another place. Anyway, the waitress got my order wrong. Instead of eating a bean-filled pupusa, I took a nice, hearty bite of a pork pupusa. I would've probably had less of a problem with it if I wasn't 'pescatarian'.... but I felt gastronomically violated... I talked to the waittress, who in turn brought out someone else to ask what the issue was. Got $2 back for the pork pupusa after much hesitation and confusion...greeatttt. Try again next time. I had to eat at Atlacatl the night after to fulfill my corn tamale/pupusa craving... read more

Cyndy's Bottom Line: Delicious handmade fresh food and luscious margaritas with fresh squeezed lime juice! I returned to La Union after a long absence. The food is very delicious and everything is hand made. The tortillas...everything! I'm addicted to the beans. It is so flavorful, smooth and silky texture and delicious. Excellent for dipping the chips into. I had the chicken enchilada plate with two enchiladas, rice and beans. The chicken enchiladas were nicely rolled with just enough chicken and with a red sauce and sprinkled with cheese. Delicious! The rice was tasty and the beans were like magic beans! You wished that you had a plate full! read more

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Not consistent. Beef burrito wasn't cooked all the way. Charges too much for sides. No silverware. No napkins. Offer. Ask. Or leave it out for people to grab. read more

This place rocks!!!!! We have been looking for authentic Mexican/salvadorian food and this place is that exactly! They had amazing enchiladas and some of the best beans and rice I've had at a Hispanic place. The salsa is super spicy and the chips are perfectly fried. I finally got to try a papusa and it was amazing here. I look forward to making this place a regular spot! read more

La Union Restaurant - Awesome meal! - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I try not to go anywhere with high expectations, but it was kind of hard for me with all of the Elite recommendations. I really love my Tex Mex and Mexican food, but I did not fulfill my craving at this place. Chips & Salsa- Good Guacamole- Salty (tasted like they might have put a little mayo in it) Beef Chile Relleno- Good enough Chicken Enchilada- Good Beef Burrito- Good enough Steak Burrito- Better than the ground beef one Margarita- it was OK but could have used a little more liquor. They dropped a bunch of salt in the glass, so it was horrible by the time I was finishing it. This is a family restaurant so they are extra friendly. Maybe I should have tried the El Salvadorian food instead. I will do so if there is ever a next time. read more

We recently moved to Arlington and were eager to find a good "hole in the wall" Mexican restaurant to replace our old favorite. It was a Friday night and the place was filling up fast, but service was quick and friendly. Here is what we ate: Tamales (chicken) - seemed a bit bland and had potatoes in them, not something I am used to Pupusas - yum yum yum El Tipico - OK. Tasty and fresh, but the steak was on the small side and was not very warm Brochettes de Puerco - absolutely fantastic; lots of pork and toppings. Interesting seasoning. The refried beans, which we usually do not eat, were delicious. I went back and forth between 3-4 stars, and landed on 4 because the prices were VERY reasonable. We'll be back. read more

Friendly service, family run and reasonable prices (if you get the el tipico - don't get the "mar y tierra" as the few extra shrimp will not be worth it). The pupusa was not the greatest I've had and the sour slaw was not good. BUT, the proprietor (son of owners) was very friendly and his mix of latin music made for pleasant listening. Again, get the el tipico for $11 and you'll get a good deal. I did enjoy the fried ice cream (yes, you read right) but who can resist anything deep fried? read more

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Me and my partner had the pleasure to be served by Joey. He was very friendly, relatable and fun. I believe that the vibes of customer service alone is worth the trip. The food was really good. Fresh tortilla chips upon arrival but in particular, my red snapper was full of flavor and fried to perfection. It's crazy because the first think my partner said when he saw the fish was, "I see it's not burnt". Yes he said that lol, only because we've been to other restaurants that needed to watch how long the fish was suppose to be in the grease. Nevertheless this place is worth the trip. read more

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A family favorite. We've been coming here for years. My go-to's are the fruit salad drink, though the Margaritas are delish too. Also the shrimp in tomato sauce and the shrimp fajitas are my fave entrees. It should be noted that the last time I was here, my food came out 15 minutes after everybody else's because they accidentally delivered the first one to another table. They apologized but did not comp or discount my entree. I still give this place five stars but it's good to own your mistake. read more

One of the best places, price is not crazy. Service is good. Food is great. It has a feeling of homemade an authentic.

The food, the beer, the service was perrrrrfect we loved everything about it and will definitely recommend it