food is amazing! best tacos Ive had since living in El Paso! authentic flavors and great service. I…read moretried a few menu items like birria tacos and quesadillas, along with the Al pastor tacos, asada tacos and chorizo tacos. 10/10 highly recommend! The vibes inside are dope!

This one is such a different vibe from the Hyattsville one, but that amazing taste is still there…read more I met up with some friends after work and it was fairly easy to find parking along H Street or nearby. You order at the register, and there are plenty of tables in the back to sit at. But I noticed that this location, the ordering area can get crowded very fast because of how narrow the area is. It was Taco Tuesday, so I got four tacos and decide tp try their chicarron gorditas. It was a lot of food but it was all so delicious. Honestly, my only complaint was that the sauce packets are so hard to open. I wish we had a knife or scissors or something. The red and green sauce is in the packets taste different from the ones in the bottles, so it was unfortunate that I wasn't able to easily switch between the two. The staff are also really nice. I would come back, even though the Hyattsville one is closer to me.

Last min decision to snag dinner instead of cooking. All in all, solid decision for sure…read more We sat at the bar, was promptly taken care of. We had the Chile Relleno and steak fajitas, both were deliciously flavored and satisfied our appetite. I love love love a good rice and bean side, and they did not miss. I would definitely come back and try some more items!

Attached to a food court in Noma yoy will find a great taco spot with a modern twist on traditional…read morestreet tacos. The line can get long, so be prepared to wait, but it will be worth it. Ordered three tacos and an order of guacamole to share. All the tacos were so flavorful!

We got takeout for a couple of friends - suadero tacos, champiñones tacos (pork), Al pastor, and 1…read morecod fish. I liked the suadero and the al pastor best. The elote was solid, with real queso fresco. We also ordered aguachiles with shrimp and it was prepared nicely though when the delivery came the bottom of the bag was soaked with aguachiles water/ citrus. The Jamaica agua fresca was nicely done as well. Overall for legit Mexican in the DC area and for delivery Al Lado was top tier.

Years ago, behind U Street Music Hall (RIP), there used to be a taco spot in a row home called El…read moreChilango. It used to be the spot for me and my friends to grab a quick bite and everything about it was exceptional: who can say no to super affordable yet authentic street tacos served on paper plates. Sadly, it closed. Last night, I think I stumbled across a taco spot to finally take the wheel from our dearly missed El Chilango. Taqueria Al Lado is very no frills and a tiny spot, but it has tacos that make your heart sing. My friend recommended the Al Pastor so I got that with a chicken taco as well. Both were super flavorful, fatty, but really fresh and well balanced. The key here is simplicity and they do it perfectly. Each taco was about $4 or $5 if I remember correctly, so it's a great spot to grab food if you're trying to ball on a budget. We got the guac, too, which was good but not life changing; the fresh chips, however, were spot on. As far as service goes, we went on a Friday and it was super busy, but there were plenty of servers if we needed something (just had to be vocal). I will definitely be coming back!

Came by for happy hour and had a great experience! The atmosphere was lively and fun, and the…read moreservice was friendly and attentive throughout. We ordered the Salsa Macha-Honey Glazed Wings, Esquite Fries, Mexican Street Style Corn Off the Cob, and Chips & Salsa. Everything was delicious, the wings had the perfect sweet and spicy glaze, the esquite fries were packed with flavor, the street corn was creamy and satisfying, and the chips and salsa were a great starter. For drinks, we tried The Margarita, the Frozen Pineapple Margarita with Tajín, and the Pregame Shooter. All were refreshing, and the cocktails were definitely strong. Great food, strong drinks, awesome vibes, and excellent service. We'll definitely be back!

Drink of Choice: Cucumber Mint Cooler (mocktail) or one of the frozen margaritas!…read more Food: Nacho Mama - as a fan of the sister restaurant, El Vez in Philly, this dish is one of the dishes that is on both menus and always a hit. It's a full baking sheet of nachos which is great for sharing! I like to get it without the jalapeños since the salsa included is a bit spicy in my opinion and you can ask that they remove anything you don't like. You can also add a protein for a few dollars more (see the Macho Nachos).

Excellent!!! Beautiful restaurant, the food was incredible and the service just as incredible!…read more The seafood paella and the lamb chops are a must try! The lamb chops were so flavorful and tender. I also really enjoyed the tres leches. Highly recommend checking them out.

came to Vera Cocina & Bar for my birthday brunch, and it ended up being one of the most fun brunch…read moreexperiences I've had! When you first walk in, it seems like it'll be a laid-back brunch, but don't let that fool you. The service was incredibly fast, and the food came out quickly. Everything I tried was delicious! My favorite was a breakfast sandwich served over a hash with an incredible sauce--I was thinking about it long after I left. We also shared an appetizer that was so good we couldn't stop going back for another bite. Just when I thought the great food was the highlight, the entertainment started. The host did an amazing job keeping the entire crowd engaged, the music had everyone singing along, and before I knew it, the whole restaurant had turned into a party. The belly dancer was absolutely mesmerizing and interacted with the crowd so effortlessly, making the experience feel even more special. Between the food, drinks, entertainment, and atmosphere, time flew by. What I thought would be a simple birthday brunch turned into an unforgettable celebration. I'll definitely be back for another brunch--and next time I'll be ready to dance!

Always a hit for me!! Good food & quality. Never been to the place but I can imagine it's fine.read more

Protein is allowed to sit until purchased; chicken tastes exactly how it looks--old and nasty. I…read morethrew my order in the trash when I got home. Sorry, but this is not a legitimate Mexican restaurant.

Great food and service!…read more Had the guacamole, the cafe de olla, and the serrano bloody Mary. All delicious!

We went for brunch and had cocktails, chilaquiles, and tostadas. Drinks were great, food was solid,…read moreand service from Jose was fantastic!

This is a very unique place that we stumbled upon while visiting the area. We enjoyed the nachos,…read morethe chips were tasty and the sour cream was delicious! Service was limited because it wasn't many people dining in but the one server we had made sure we had everything we needed. The wings were pretty good, I'm not usually a huge fan of bread chicken but these were quite tasty. I do believe the chicken could have been fried a little crisper but they probably didn't want to dry them out! The fries were also really good, I didn't order any but my friend allowed me to try a few and I regretted not getting any! The hallway to the bathroom was a bit yucky and smelly and I felt the restroom could have been cleaner but overall the space was decent.

To be completely honest, this was such a disappointing experience. I've heard great things about…read morethis restaurant so I had high hopes, but those hopes were not met. Our server, Sama, was the best part of our experience. He was attentive and made many suggestions. However, the food did not live up to any expectations. To start out, we ordered guacamole. Simple, plain guacamole. The guacamole came out covered in bacon. We're pescatarian. The server put it in properly, but the kitchen messed it up. After another 15ish minutes, someone (I'm assuming a manager) brought out the corrected item. It genuinely tasted like premade, store bought guacamole. Next, the pound of Buffalo shrimp that we ordered came out. It was extremely soggy. No crispiness at all. We also ordered an order of fries. When the shrimp was brought out., the gentleman who brought it out asked us if we wanted bacon on the fries (he didn't have any fries with him). Now this is the same gentleman (not our server) who brought out the guacamole with bacon that had to be sent back. After waiting almost another 7-8 minutes, fries finally came out. Now again I say, our server was amazing. He offered to have the shrimp remade because as soon as he saw the shrimp, he said, "That's not what I promised you." We declined as we'd been in the restaurant almost another hour and really just wanted the check. Although our server attempted to make a small bit of the many issues that came with this experience better, with the extensive amount of challenges not one time did management come back to the table to attempt to make anything right. There were significant issues with the kitchen and management of this establishment. We paid the tab and left, but will not be back, nor will I ever recommend this restaurant to anyone.

The decor was stunning and I felt like I was transported elsewhere for my meal I love places that…read moreare decorated lovely! What we chose for our course! Cheese Empanadas Horchata Tequila Tacos (al pastor, chorizo, carnitas) Flan (my favorite

I don't normally go for Mexican in DC, but gave this spot a try. The food is actually very good. I…read moreoften judge a place based on their chips and salsa. They passed my test. Our party of two started with Margaritas, with a side of chips, guac and salsa. I order a chicken burrito with pollo asado. Tried some of my friend's yucca and loved those too. Overall, a great meal. This place is very big. They have indoor seating in the front and back, as well as covered outdoor seating. We sat on the patio, but noticed the popular area is towards the back of the restaurant where the restrooms are. Decent service, but not the best for being a slow evening. That might be the downside of sitting outside on the patio.

The service is getting worse. My main reason for visiting is the banana milkshakes. Hubby likes the…read moreburger deals. The cashier did not clarify my order. In spite of having a receipt, I didn't receive what I ordered. It shouldn't take an awkward conversation to get items paid for. Even with four or more employees, the process is slow. The area is sketchy. I only visit during the day. There are other places that have milkshakes. We can purchase checkers fries in the frozen section of grocery stores.

A fast food place without the fast OR THE FOOD. Waiting over an hour and a half and it's not that…read moreeven busy, it's ridiculous. McDonald's is down the road, go there, the food is about the same and the service is way better.