First time ordering from Bartaco. Decided to go in and place a takeout order of two rice bowls,…read morechips and guacamole. The service was very friendly. The hostess greeted me and asked if I'd ever been to the restaurant before. She directed me to the back counter where I was able to review the menu and place my order. The server at this register was also very nice. I liked the texture of the rice bowls and everything was cooked well. However, the portions for everything were smaller than I expected for the price. Bartaco offers items with mushrooms, falafel, and cauliflower. However I think it would be great if they could offer something with tofu as there is not a protein option for vegans. The chips and guacamole were decent but nothing special. Interesting that the chips come as large pieces instead of as individual chips. I'd maybe stop in again if I was nearby but I'm not sure I'm eager to return.

The patio is nice on those warmer days. Drinks, food, and people watching. I've been to many of…read morethese types of places in DC. Sophisticated tacos were good but smaller. My half of chicken was ok. Just grilled and needed lots more seasoning and maybe a side should come with it. The trio was good. The drinks I had weren't strong enough. They had just introduced the toast software so there were plenty of glitches but they more than made up for all of the problems. Much appreciated!

Mexican street food spot in MVT. Pretty good selection of street tacos to choose from including…read moresome interesting ones like duck and crispy oyster. Also some vegetarian options like cauliflower and roasted brussels. The carne asada, baja fish, and pork belly were the favorites of the table. Drinks were quite good - strong sangria and the passion fruit Oaxaca margarita was perfect. Lastly the churros with a scoop of vanilla ice tea was the perfect way to end our meal. Definitely worth it. Ask for extra condensed milk if that's something you like.

I came here for happy hour with a friend and we sat at the bar. The service was great, and the…read morerestaurant had a really nice vibe -- relaxed but lively. I ordered the tuna tartare with crispy rice and the Mexican shrimp cocktail. The shrimp cocktail was a bit smaller than I expected, and I think the tartare was served with brown rice, which wasn't my favorite, but the fish in both dishes was really fresh and flavorful. I also had a cocktail (can't remember the name, but it had tequila!) that I really enjoyed. Overall, I'd definitely come back to try their tacos since that's what they're known for. It seems like a great spot for casual drinks and bites with friends.

Stopped by this place for a quick bite. Fish taco was $5+. Flavor was ok and fish was a bit oily…read more Also had the chorizo taco but meat seemed over cooked and tough. Very casual place, seating located on second floor. Good for a quick snack if you're in the area.

It was a disappointing Taco Tuesday! Yellow cheese at a Mexican restaurant is definitely a red…read moreflag! The meat was overcooked and under-seasoned and the fried fish was soggy. They also served the tacos on flour tortillas, another red flag! It's wild that they had a line, maybe it's just one of the few options around, or the people of DC have just accepted subpar tacos as the norm.

I initially had a slight problem with my reservation at dLena, but the manager took over and…read morepolitely resolved the issue. I was impressed with the prompt interaction and service.

Date Night Done RIGHT!…read more D'Lena was such a pleasant surprise. From the moment we walked in, I was impressed by the exterior, but once we stepped inside, the ambiance completely sold me. The restaurant is grown, classy, sophisticated, and sexy without trying too hard, exactly the kind of atmosphere you want for a good date night in DC. And the service deserves its own paragraph! From the hostess to our waitress, the bus staff, and the manager, EVERYONE was attentive. What really stood out to me was how observant the staff was. They seemed to actually pay attention to customers' body language and anticipate what was needed. If one team member couldn't get to something quickly, another person stepped in. That kind of teamwork makes a huge difference because you never feel forgotten or left waiting unnecessarily. The manager was especially personable. While we were waiting for our food, she came over and actually chatted with us for about 5-10 minutes. Not the typical quick "How is everything?" check-in she genuinely engaged with us. That made the experience feel very personal. Now...the presentation of the tomahawk steak was EVERYTHING! If you order it, just know it is a LOT of food. It's easily enough for more than two people, so come hungry or bring people who are ready to eat! We enjoyed several things throughout the meal and loved the overall experience. My appetizer personally wasn't my favorite, but that's more about my own taste than the food itself. I'm not a huge fan of a lot of cheese, and this particular dish had more cheese than I prefer. If you're a cheese lover, though, this is probably right up your alley. And then there's the downstairs lounge! I absolutely loved that you can essentially have two different experiences under one roof. After dinner, heading downstairs for the jazz performance was the perfect way to continue the night. The music had a really nice Latin influence, which made the whole vibe even better. There is a separate bar downstairs, so one thing to know is that the drinks offered downstairs are different from the cocktail experience upstairs. Also, the lounge space is limited, so I'd recommend making a reservation/RSVP or getting there early if you want to secure a spot. Overall, D'Lena gave us exactly what we were looking for: good food, beautiful surroundings, exceptional service, and an atmosphere that felt mature, elevated, and fun. Being able to have dinner AND transition into live music without leaving the restaurant made it an even better date-night experience. Definitely a 5-star experience for me, and I would absolutely go back.

I tried both mushroom options - tacos and quesadilla - and both were really delicious. They do have…read morean option to add chicken to an item, so not wholly vegetarian. Great location with lovely interior. You order on a screen in the restaurant and food is brought to you - very efficient. Coconut lime drink was really good!

This is a very cute, hip eatery that specializes in veggie tacos…read more Now I admit; I love me some pork belly tacos, or pretty much anything with meat in it. But hold on - they have a roster that will leave you full, even if you are a self-professed carnivore. I got a trio of different options and loved every one of them. The prices are reasonable (for this area) as well. I also like the space. It was bright and spacious, with almost an independent coffee shop vibe. If I needed to telework, I could see myself hanging here (but eating tacos instead of sipping lattes). Put away any misconceptions about 'vegan' and try it.

Amazing restaurant…read more The location is great and the vibe and energy in the restaurant is great. The employees were so kind and very attentive. Prices were good. The food was amazing. 5 stars. My girlfriend loved her burrito de asada. It was so full of flavor and tender asada. I loved my enchiladas de mole. The mole sauce was perfect. The rice and beans were great also. Finally the gorditos de asada was generational. Not only were they filled with great tasting asada and grilled veggies, but the plain Gordito literally brought me back to my abuelas gorditos she would make me growing up. Brought me to tears. I definitely plan to visit this location anytime I'm in DC.

This place hit the spot, even toddler approved! We ordered take out and it was prepared pretty…read morequickly. The menu is quite extensive, it took us longer to decide on what we wanted. I got the nachos, my husband got tacos, and we got a chicken quesadilla for our toddler. The nachos were PILED with toppings and so colorful - even in a take out container is looked beautiful. They were SO tasty, very full of flavor and spice. My husband said the tacos were delicious and our toddler actually ate a lot of the quesadilla. Win all around. Highly recommend!

As a good Mexican Talkin Tacos did not disappoint one bit. They know how to cook, the tacos were…read morepacked with flavor and not to mention the tortilla! Crispy, soft and crunchy. Their salsas are great as well, especially their Jalapeño sauce. Definitely will be coming back to try some other dishes. They offer plenty of seating, just keep in mind it's first come first serve. You also place the order by yourself at the front of the store. So if you are looking for great Mexican food this is the place for you!

Food was good 9/10 Service nice but they get too busy and…read morewait time gets long Location 9/10 Inside loud and cool Limited seating

This is a Mexican food joint located in Chinatown, across from the Arena. It is part of a small…read morelocal chain of restaurants. There is metered street parking within a reasonable walking distance. The restaurant has a nice patio and a decent-sized dining area. The staff was friendly enough, but I had a hard time understanding them. This place serves basic Mexican food, including tacos, burritos, bowls, nachos, chips, and salsa. You just pick your protein and toppings. They have asada, chicken, asado, carnitas, and potatoes. Some toppings include shredded cheese, guacamole, salsa, corn, onions, and lettuce. You also have to choose between brown rice, Mexican rice, black beans, and pinto beans. I ordered a chorizo burrito. It took them about 5 minutes to prepare. The burrito was huge. I must say that it was very good. Very tasty and flavorful. It could have been a bit warmer, though. After I ate my burrito, I was full. I really enjoyed my meal here, and I highly recommend checking this place out. They serve some good, fast Mexican food.

Dos Toros consistently has better quality food and service than both Chipotle and Moe's based on my…read moreexperience. Food - I always get a chicken bowl with a ton of toppings. This is the only place where I can get crushed chips in my bowl too. In terms of the price point, it's similarly priced as other texmex places. I can also appreciate how I won't run out of options here. Service/atmosphere - the employees are also speedy when preparing my food. They're also generous with their scoops, which I can always appreciate. The place indoors is always clean too. I would skip Chipotle and other Texmex places and go here instead!

District Taco's worth the hike from the National Mall your legs will bitch the whole way, but those…read moretacos shut 'em up fast. I've hit it 2-3 times and it's a reliable haunt. Started as a food truck in 2009 by a Mexican immigrant and his neighbor, slinging Yucatán-inspired grub that blew up into a chain. Ratings hold strong: ~3.8/5 on Yelp (thousands of reviews) and 4.2 on Tripadvisor for the F Street spot. Top dog? The Fish Taco Deluxe gets massive love crispy grilled Alaska pollock, fresh toppings, homemade salsa on warm tortillas. Pollo asado and carnitas run close seconds, but fish wins the crowd. Quick, customizable, fresh as hell. Walk it off later. 4.5 stars, no regrets. Go hungry.

We're visiting DC and like everyone else we're running around all museums etc. by the time we got…read morehere it was 4pm and we were starving. 3 adults 2 teenagers. 2 salad bowls 3 taco meals I loved that I could build my own bowl and make sure I have just the things I liked and the food came out super fast. It was raining so we set inside but there's not a lot of room and the place wasn't clean. The trash cans were overflowing which was a little gross. The food itself was a little on the salty side but was good and fresh.

Food was great especially after long train ride 10/10 would visit again margaritas were great.read more

Saw some good reviews and gave them a try, very impressed…read more Decor was Mexican for sure, but not gaudy. Our waiter, unfortinately didn't understand many things we asked, not sure if he understood english. He said yes to everything even when I knew he should have said no...service was spotty, drinks slow to get, dinners in a decent amount of time, they were not busy. Food, very good, I had carne asada, the only thing holding them back from 5 star was the steak was over cooked and tough. The Pico and guac were excellent. Wife had chicken enchaladas which she said were very good. Everyone else enjoyed their dishes. Mezcal is worth a try, the portions are generous and everything was tasty.