This place never disappoints…read more I've been here multiple times -- with family, on dates, and with friends -- and it's always a great experience. This most recent visit was with a friend who was trying it for the first time, and he loved it. The food was delicious as always. He had the arroz con pollo (which I recommended), and I had the camarones al ajillo -- shrimp in garlic sauce with rice, salad, and plantains. Everything was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The bartenders were so pleasant and attentive. We sat at the bar, and even though it was crowded (which it usually is -- a good sign!), the service was still great. Now let's talk about the drinks because they were the real stars:    *   My friend had three mango margaritas and couldn't stop talking about how good they were.    *   I tried the cucumber jalapeño margarita -- you could literally smell the fresh cucumber as they made it. It did not hold back on the jalapeño! It had a real kick, but the flavor was amazing.    *   And the mojitos? Delicious. They use real sugarcane, and you can taste the freshness. Great vibes, great service, consistently amazing food and drinks. I will absolutely keep coming back and always recommend this place.

Exceptional service, food, and drinks! Definitely decorated to fit the Cuban vibes! We tried some…read moreof everything from empanadas, soups, to main dishes and everything was super tasty and very filling. I had so much food I ate the rest the next day. We had reservations (highly recommend) for 730pm to celebrate my birthday and we couldn't have picked a better place! We ate laughed talked until closing time. We were the last to leave but they didn't rush us or standing nearby like we were an issue or anything. Made me feel good, respected and appreciated.

2nd time here after a year and still as good as I remembered! Though the happy hour menu prices all…read morewent up by $1, the margaritas were as tasty and strong. Had to get the nachos again, the portion is huge! And this time we tried the wings, very juicy and meaty- but missed out on those carrot and celery sticks.

A few of my friends and I checked out Mangos Grill for the first time and had a nice lunch. Each of…read moreus tried a different margarita, and they were all tasty and refreshing. The special Apple Cider Reposado margarita was good but we didn't taste any of the cider, just straight up tequila but it was good. You can also order margaritas in passion fruit, mango, strawberry, and hibiscus flavors. They get extra points because of the passion fruit flavor. The complimentary chips were okay, but the salsa stood out, it had an authentic/in house made flavor. For the main meals, everyone at the table was satisfied. We had an order of the shrimp and chicken fajitas, beef floutas and the salmon a la parrilla, grilled salmon topped with homemade mango salsa served with mixed green salad, rice & beans. The mango salsa was tasty but I didn't like how runny it was. The staff was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and the restaurant itself looked clean and well-kept, which made the whole experience more enjoyable. I would come back and try a few other items on the menu. The online menu is a bit different from what we had in person, I didn't see the mussels on the menu given to us in the restaurant. Happy Hour is from 3-7pm. This is a solid spot for a casual night out with friends for good margaritas, authentic touches, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Another revisit within the same month; after telling a friend how much we love their pupusas we…read morewere easily convinced to take them to try everything out for themselves. This time I didn't have to split any of my pupusas, bwhaha- I savored my own beans & cheese, chicharron, cheese, & loroco, cheese & loroco, and everything- Again, everything was well-seasoned, amply cheesy, and not overly greasy- smothered w.ample curtido & salsa roja. Another fantastic dinner. Staff are super busy, but were very friendly creating our order to-go; they got us in and out quickly, and while we ate it was nice to see how attentive and friendly they were with patrons dining in.

Casual atmosphere, but we really go for the food! The…read morephones are off the hook at times so call back, trust me it's worth the wait! Authentic and flavorful Salvadoran dishes!

Third time eating from here, and I can confidently and reluctantly share this spot lol. My husband…read moreis from El Salvador, and the food is authentic, the tortillas are so good, and the service is friendly. Today I finally had some tacos; I'd held back before because it's my go-to and I wanted to try other things first. The pictures don't do it justice. It's a simple yet flavorful dish; the meat is well done, and the sauces are delicious. I would say if you are not used to handmade tortillas, opt for the traditional corn tortillas, as the handmade ones are thicker, yet they soak the sauces much better; if you feel adventurous, try one, plus taco carbs don't count lol During the winter, they have added hot chocolate packets to the condiment counter.

This restaurant is off the beaten path but thanks to Yelp I found my way here. When i arrived…read morethey were cooking the pork which looked delicious. When I asked how I could have some the cashier mentioned quesadilias, tacos and burritos. I want to fully taste the flavor of the meat so I ordered the Yucatan con chicjarrón. The service was warm a d friendly. On the end, I didn't love my food. I would definitely gone them another chance and try something different. They do not have a printed menu so pack your patience. I've posted pics of the menu to help you out. Pro Tip: check my pics to view menu.

The experience at La Casita was two thumbs up for me. The food was delicious. I absolutely loved…read morethe pupusas (revueltas & mixto). They were packed with delicious fillings. You can tell they were made fresh. This could be part of the reason the food took a while to come out. I enjoyed the carne asada as well with the rice and beans. The restaurant itself is super spacious with lots of nice dine-in seating options. They serve beer and drinks which was nice, as I was able to sip on a beer while I waited.

I wanted more of a broth-y soup than a creamy one and the beef broth soup at La casita delivered…read more It included some veggies, corn, and some greens. It's served with a pupusa, lime wedges, and a little cup of rice if you'd like. The ingredients tasted fresh. I think it could have had a little more flavor and spice, but it was enjoyable overall

Nothing like a fresh CACHAPA, TEQUEÑO o AREPA. The Burgers,…read moreEmpanadas and PEPITOS, i have tried them all. If you are hungry, and you are around the Laurel area, do yourself a favor and stop here. The HOTDOGS are BIG! and in itself a whole meal. Clean, Tasty and very handy. The service is excellent and the area is very well lit, and safe.

New food truck, right next to our office, amazing hamburger and Empanadas. I haven't tried anything…read moreelse yet. But the hamburger is giant and reminiscent of the fast food joints in Iran!!!

This spot surprised me in the best way. Came in looking for…read morea solid lunch and ended up finding one of the better Salvadoran meals I've had in the DMV. The service was on point, quick, welcoming, and they actually guided me toward something great instead of just taking the order. Went with the Plato Brian and it was the right call. Everything on the plate was flavorful, well-cooked, and satisfying without feeling sloppy. The handmade tortillas really sealed it for me, there's something about that fresh, slightly imperfect texture that just hits different. Took me straight back to homemade meals. Had to try the pupusas too, cheese & pork is my go-to, and these delivered. Crispy outside, packed with flavor inside. Also, I've been searching for a good horchata around the DMV, and this one is definitely up there. Smooth, not chalky, and a little sweet (which I personally prefer). Big bonus: I grabbed food to-go for my wife, who's vegetarian, and they had legit options, not just an afterthought. She tried the spinach, loroco & cheese, and bean & cheese pupusas, plus the Salvadoran breakfast, and was impressed. This is the kind of place that does the basics really well, and that's what keeps people coming back.

I've been going to Angel Las Delicias for years, usually stopping by after work, and it never…read moredisappoints. My go-to is the pescado frito (fried fish). It's always crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and seasoned just right. I usually keep it simple and get it with salad or vegetables, and it hits every time. So delicious. The restaurant itself is spacious and clean, and they stay pretty busy with both dine-in and carryout orders, which is always a good sign. It is located in a sketchy part of Laurel, so just be mindful of that when you're heading over. But overall, if you're craving authentic Salvadorian food, this spot is definitely worth it.

This restaurant is so good! If you're looking for authentic Dominican food, this is the place to…read morego! We had the fried pork, goat stew and fried red snapper. Everything was well seasoned and delicious! The rice was delicious and well cooked. I did a pick up order and it was ready within 15 minutes of ordering. The restaurant was quaint but authentic. I already went back since this trip!

I ordered the sancocho. It was absolutely terrible. The serviced sopa de res. One waiters ignored…read moreme the whole time until I told last name and that I was married to Dominican man, she instantly changed. Not real authentic Dominican food at all!!! This was my second chance at this restaurant. Won't be back for a third. Just try Baltimore or DC

This place is as authentic as it gets!! The food is incredible, facilities bright and clean,…read moreservice impeccable. I came on taco Tuesday- specials on tacos. I tried the pollo, carnitas, and al pastor. My favorite were the Al pastor - nice char and sweetness. The tacos came with fried green onions, fresh radishes, red and green sauce. What an amazing gem! I will for sure be back!

Tried shrimp tacos for the first time with my friend (I usually get steak)…read more It was pretty good, but my friend whose had shrimp tacos before said it was okay