Emilio was our server and he was so great and we had the best time eating the best food. Service was great

I visited on a Friday for late lunch. I parked in one of the nearby garages and walked to the location. There was no wait and I sat at the bar, and it had a great view of the water and wheel. The bartender was so really friendly and attentive. I ordered a frozen margarita and the birria quesatacos. The portion was small and the price is pretty expensive; BUT I can confidently say that those were the BEST tacos I have ever eaten. This was great spot for lunch and I would love to return again. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Menu of my meal. The BEST!! - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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Located along the water at the National Harbor in Oxon Hills, there is no street parking and you'll have to find a nearby parking garage. A little further away is metered street parking. This is a bustling area with active traffic so pay attention to your surroundings. We visited on a Saturday night. Not a long wait to be seated but once we were seated, it felt like we were forgotten. The server (Mattie/Maddie?) brought chips and dip to the table. The outside of the bowl was wet and covered in crumbs. I dunno, maybe they had just washed the bowl and used it to dip into the chips? The water glasses were still warm from the dishwasher. More time went by before drink orders were taken. I opted for the pomegranate margarita. I wasn't asked if I wanted it on the rocks or frozen and it came as a slurry concoction with a poorly salted rim with their signature spicy salt. They don't have Tajin. They were out of calamari and I chose the grilled shrimp Alambre. It comes with sautéed spinach and Spanish rice. Upon delivery to the table, I paused as I thought the sauce over the shrimp was liquid cheese (not a fan of liquid cheese). Turns out, it's a mango puree that gave the shrimp a nice flavor. The plate must've been put in a broiler because some of the rice was crunchy, but not as warm as the other items on the same plate. Overall, the dish was fine. There is bar seating, an outdoor seating area if you'd like views of the water and the live performances they have adjacent to the building. Capable of solo diners, date night and group celebrations with enough notice to support. A military discount is available with proper ID. A lot of hustle and bustle during this visit. I'm unsure if it's the location, the time of day, or just one of those things. Nothing happened that I wouldn't return, but nothing happened that makes me want to return. The ladies room was in dire need of some attention. The sinks were covered in water, someone had filled the soap dispenser with water to get the last of the last, and the trash was overflowing. A real turn-off. I bid adios to Ross Mexicano and hope things improve. read more

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They need to take the French toast back to the drawing board. I had to return it after one bite. The other good my mother and I ordered was great though! The service was a bit slow, but polite. The ambiance is Mexican in style. On a separate occasion, I ordered the signature nachos and a side of beans and rice to go. It was prepared in a timely manner and it tasted delicious. read more

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Came here for brunch on Saturday. You're not limited to brunch menu. Restaurant had nice views (natural light) with high ceilings. Nicely decorated interior. Service was semi-attentive. Lots of seating - seemed ADA friendly. Ordered: *Queso dip ($13) - my friend who doesn't like queso thought it was amazing. *Baja tacos ($17) - really yummy (some taco had too much lettuce/green), good size fish the price for 3 tacos seems eh. *Tres leches French toast ($18) - average (not anything amazing), could've skipped ordering, wouldn't order again. *Steak tacos ($22) - yummy (price for 3 seemed eh). *Guava colada ($7) was delicious - would absolutely order multiple of these since they were sooo good. Overall I think the pricing is not really worth the proportions (tacos), but the fish tacos and queso dip were good enough that I'd come back for those. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Tres Leches French Toast, Tacos Baja Style Fish, Tacos Steak. - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

I ordered this to take to my hotel room after day 1 of a conference. The service was nice. The lady who got my order for me was friendly. The food is okay. Not great. And certainly not worth $24. Guys, I only ordered an appetizer and some rice. I think I'm paying for overheard. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Flautas and rice. $24. Why LAWD WHY??? - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

Everything is a bit pricey here but that's what's expected for this area. I enjoyed my half chicken plate a lot! Everything was seasoned well and I really liked the mole sauce it came with and the raisin spinach, plantains, and rice! It also came with tortillas so it was definitely filling. I also really liked my mango mocktail! It was very refreshing and I liked the chia seeds in it too. Our waitress was nice and checked in on us. She did forget to bring straws though when I asked. Overall, this is a pretty good place to eat at in the area! read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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Overpriced for what it is. The birria tacos were good but nothing spectacular. Unfortunately, it was not filling and for $22, felt like I did not get my money's worth. My mocktail was tasty too but not sure if it was worth the price either. Service was alright and the vibes seemed normal to me here. Definitely seems like a place that would capture tourists around the area. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Birria Quesatacos - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

The food and drinks were great. All the flavors were enjoyable and my drink had just the right amount of alcohol for an adult beverage. However I feel the restaurant could do a better job with cleanliness. It might help to have someone assigned to sweeping and wiping down tables and floor after guests leave,as tacos and nachos can get pretty messy. I sat in the bar area on a busy Saturday just FYI. Bartender very attentive and fast service! read more

Rosa Mexicano - Corn Tortillas (6). Chicken and shrimp fajitas Pomegranate margarita - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

Good for large groups and conveniently located next to the convention center. Decent mexican food, a bit pricey for the quality.

Staying at the Gaylord Convention Center around the corner, which has a few food options but not many, so we opted for this restaurant-- which we knew would be relatively good because we've gone to the one in Boston's Seaport several times. The queso with chihuahua cheese was pretty good. The frozen marg was really good. The tableside guac is a must! The birriaqueso tacos are pretty good. The salsa and chips that come complimentary are amazing! The house chips are so good. read more

While away on business and on Cinco de Mayo, I had another memorable meal here. My waitress, Bianca, was friendly, and the place was clean. I enjoyed the Mexican music. My tacos were flavorful, and so was my margarita, the Honey Badger. This was the perfect ending for a full day of travel. read more

Our party of 8 easily found seating on the outdoor patio for Wednesday dinner. It was a great spot to enjoy the weather and good food with some people watching, too! We shared guac which was delicious. I also enjoyed the mushroom enchilada. Service was excellent. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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We reserved a table for a large party. Everything went great! The food was really good also. Guacamole en molcajete 10/10 Fantastic table side guac. Birria quesatacos 9/10 Really good! A touch dry but the consommé dip really added that bit of moisture that it needed read more

Rosa Mexicano - Birria Quesatacos. - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

Great food...and I'm from Texas! Location is great and I loved the walking area by the water. I had the Chicken enchiladas with charro beans. The green sauce was wonderful! Brisket enchiladas were great and well was the fish tacos. The guacamole was made at the table and was great! If you feel like Mexican food with a view, this is the place. read more

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Loved my meal here! I left with a happy tummy. I came here with 4 other people. They started off by giving us free chips and salsa. We got a double size guacamole to share. The portion size was so huge!! We ended up having to take some of the guac back with us because we couldn't finish it. I also got the birria quesatacos. It was my first time trying birria, and I personally really loved it. The meat was so tender and flavorful. Obviously I can't compare it to other birria tacos so take this review with a grain of salt. By the end of this meal, I was stuffed. Staff was very kind and helpful. Also it wasn't that busy for a weekend lunch. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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Recommend making a reservation during peak hours or on the weekend. Very nice restaurant with a view of the water. It was a bit noisy the night we went. Several things on the menu looked good, but I ended up going with one of the specials. Our server was knowledgeable of the menu and very personable. However, he was not as attentive as I would have hoped. The food was also a bit pricy. Overall, I would recommend. read more

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Good flavor, good portion sizes, good service. The beef brisket enchiladas come with rice on the side which is really good with the enchilada sauce. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Enchiladas Beef Brisket. - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

This place has the best guacamole I have ever tasted! They make it right in front of you in a molcajete and you can choose your spice level! I wasn't the biggest fan of the enchiladas as the red sauce had a marinara flavor, but that didnt take away from the rest of the wonderful dining experience. Our server was so kind and the food came out quickly! read more

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It was a last minute decision, but I decided to do bottomless brunch while I was at the harbor for a convention. I made a reservation with little effort and was even able to push it back last minute when my friend and I were running a little late. We went in and got settled right away. Our timing was perfect, as it was 1:30 and there was a 90 minute limit for bottomless brunch (which ends at 3:00). We could pick from mimosas, sangrias, frozen margaritas, bloody marys, and the La Tradicional which is a very fancy and yummy margarita on the rocks. I tried everything but sangrias and bloody marys, and loved them all. As my entree, I got the bacon, egg, & cheese torta. It was a solid, tasty sandwich. And I have to say overall I enjoyed everything. Was I blown away? Not necessarily... but did I love the vibes and how great the service was? Absolutely. As I said before, I wish the harbor was more accessible for me! read more

If you come here for one thing, let it be the chips--they are the best and seriously addictive! I also loved that they make the guacamole right in front of you; it's so fresh. Personal preference: I thought it just needed a little extra squeeze of lime to make it perfect. The restaurant is really big with a nice ambiance and great service. Pro tip: Get the margarita pitcher, it's really good and perfect for a group! My fajitas were solid as well. Overall a great experience! read more

My partner & I came for brunch on a Sunday at noon. There were few people in the restaurant when we arrived. We were quickly greeted by the hostess and asked if we wanted to sit inside or outside. It was a bit warm outside, but we noticed it was a bit warm inside as well. We voiced this to the hostess, who relayed it would be cooler in the main dining area. It seems they were having issues with the AC. So we chose to sit inside, were seated at a booth, and were quickly tended to. Who doesn't love Rosa Mexicano guacamole? It is SO GOOD! That's the first thing we ordered ... spicy guac! The salsa is good as well. My partner is a chips & salsa maniac. I'll handle the guac! She ordered a mimosa flight. I just ordered the mango mimosa. I could have gone for more champagne and less mango juice, but I'll take it. My partner ordered the huevos rancheros, and I got the bacon & egg torta. I think both orders were Rosa Mexicano's take on the dishes. The huevos rancheros didn't look like I expected them to look, but my partner really enjoyed them! The torta was tasty. The bun was very soft and flavorful. You can't go wrong with bacon & eggs! It also had a sauce, I don't recall what it was, but it added to the sandwich. It came with fries. Our server, Jose Aquilera, was very attentive. Our chip bowl was never empty, and whatever we needed, he was quickly there to provide. The guac is what seals the deal everytime! read more

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Four stars for the service! My server was awesome once she finally got to my table. I waited for about 15 minutes for anyone to come bring me water or take my order. By the time someone showed up, I was ready to order. Now, for the food. I used to come here, maybe once every month or two when I first moved to this area. I really enjoyed this restaurant then. I hate to say this, but it has definitely fallen off quite a bit. Chops and salsa: chips need a little bit more salt and the salsa is bland. Guac: healthy portion size. Very fresh ingredients. Made it your table. I needed a little bit of salt. Chicken enchiladas: this really hurt my feelings. I used to enjoy these, but I would say these were a solid 2.75 to 3 stars out of five. They were cold, and the flavor was nothing like I remember. These were not as good as they should've been or as they used to be. Tortilla soup: lots of chicken and avocado, but the base was giving a burnt/roasted flavor and it was very oily. I wouldn't repeat it. Overall, I think this is the type of restaurant that gets visited by the conference goers in the area. It's definitely not the type of place. I would recommend my friends and I go to anymore. The ambience inside is very busy. I do recommend making a reservation if you do want to go. Again, the staff is great and very nice, but they can be a bit slow at first and the food is really not worth the price unless you have a coupon or app doscount. read more

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We held a private dinner and everything was perfect. The room met our needs, the staff was attentive, and the guacamole competition was so fun! We even got a picture of our group on the patio at sunset. read more

Oh my. I found myself invited back to Rosa a second time. This was the opportunity to make amends for a terrible experience the day before. (Not my idea.) We got the guac this time, and it was good, as it always is, but the chips to go with it were all broken up into little pieces. We ordered fresh chips, and of course they took forever and arrived just and we had finished the guac. I thought I would order the carnitas tacos -- hard to mess up. They were fine, except that the food was barely even lukewarm. Cold carnitas can taste good, and these were not bad, but I had expected my food to be hot. I know the place was packed with tourists, so they were busy, and there was a very large party that had reserved their party room. But there also were waiters just standing around with that party (Medill) while our server, who was quite attentive, was racing around so much that he was literally sweating. How does this place remain in business. read more

Best tacos and birria quesadilla I've ever had! Have to go if you are near the Gaylord in national harbor. Me and two others were in a rush and got in and out in 30 minutes very pleased. Loved seeing the Gaylord in person. True mystery of the world. PLACE IS HUGE. Also I mean look at this quesadilla. Tell me one thing bad I dare you read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

I love that this restaurant is by the water and is really nicely decorated. The food was also fresh and delicious. I will say, the server we had was a bit pushy in getting us to order things we didn't want. But overall I enjoyed the restaurant. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Taquitos Lobster - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

Parking at the National harbor so expensive I went there on Taco Tuesday the taco weren't good at all but the price was good. The serve was great. I was so disappointed in the taco don't think I will return back. read more

I have visited Rosa Mexicano before but this was my first time at this particular location. The service was okay, it did take a few minutes for my server to come over. I ordered the steak enchiladas which was served with a side of rice. The steak enchiladas were good. The rice was a little bland. I ordered the churros for dessert. They were served in a bag along with a raspberry and chocolate dipping sauce. I wish they had a caramel one! The churros were delicious. read more

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I've been here a couple of times for business meals and it's not too bad. Definitely have some things on the menu that are misses, but the stuff that's good makes up for it in my opinion. The fresh guacamole is really good and it's a huge portion! We always order at least 3 of them for the table. I've ordered the birria tacos and was slightly disappointed due to how small the tacos are. They taste good but leave you wanting more. If you have chips and salsa before, it may be enough food. I personally prefer the fajitas. They have a lot more food and also taste really good. Careful though because they are really REALLY hot (temperature wise). I burned my tongue a little when I had them due to how hot the bowl stays. The churros for dessert was good if you're craving a little something sweet after your meal. The service here is typically good. We are typically a larger group so they're usually pretty quick for how many people we have. The server this past time was a little pushy on trying to get the group to order more drinks than we wanted. We kept insisting that we were good with our 2-3 drinks each. The ambiance is nice. They have some good decorations and they make good use of lighting to make it feel more fancy than it is. read more

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Overall a great experience for upscale Mexican food with a small hiccup that was quickly amended! Came here in March for a conference dinner. The price point is a lot steeper than a typical Mexican diner. However, the whole National Harbor area is expensive. We got appetizers of chips + guac and nachos. The guac was . We also had chicken enchiladas which were also delicious. For entree, I ordered Tampiquena which was recommended by the waitress. The steak was amazing. Unfortunately, I didn't get to try the whole meal hot as my food mistakenly got cleared when I went to the bathroom. Luckily, the owner was kind enough to pack me a replacement meal to go, which I ate the following day. The churros as dessert were crunchy in the outside and soft on the inside. Very well done. The two sauces are strawberry and chocolate. I liked the chocolate more. Clean and upscale environment that's dimly lit. I'd rate this place a 4.5 if I could. read more

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Been here multiple times. It's our go to place at national harbor bc you can be inside or outside. Service is typically good and food is good too. Specially the guac. Yum. Overall a solid 4. I would rate them higher if they communicated better. Last time we were there they didn't tell us there was an AC issue until we were seated. Let us make that decision. Everyone was complaining. Didn't even try to give us a discount for our troubles either. So... that's why a 4... typically a solid 4.5... not 5 bc they have some minor service issues w not being attentive enough even tho I can see the servers not doing anything. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Tacos Pork Carnitas. - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

Much improved and lovely!! They've done some reorganizing of the space and it looks a bit more generic but the flow for guests and waitstaff is TREMENDOUSLY improved. They've also slimmed their menu which made ordering easier and I think definitely helped kitchen turnover. We loved the cocktails, the tacos, the pork. There were no insane lines even near peak dinner times. I recommend the cheeseburger tacos, though be warned as I was craving them again for days afterwards. It was just a perfect balance of crunch, fresh, cheese, and seasoned beef. read more

We stopped here on a Sunday for a quick lunch. My husband ordered nachos and I ordered a shrimp quesadilla. Service was prompt and pleasant. It was kinda noisy, but I wasn't turned off by it. I enjoyed the view. The food was good and I would return. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Quesadilla Shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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Jose made our experience exceptional! He was our bartender and server, and despite the bar being packed because of the World Cup, he never missed a beat. He was attentive, friendly, and made sure my friends and I were well taken care of throughout our visit. The drinks were excellent, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was fun and energetic. Outstanding customer service from start to finish. We'll definitely be back! read more

I like the ambiance of this place but I don't think the air was working. It was cooler outside than inside. We sat at the bar, it took a second for the young lady to take our drink order but she was nice. Had the shrimp quesadillas and it was good but definitely not work 25 bucks. The pomm margarita was good nothing exciting. They offer military discount but if it's a split check they only give it to one person. Nice view from the restaurant. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Pomegranate Margarita with a Gran Marnier float - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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Server was Dania A 1. Asked for sparkling water, when it came I had to ask for ice and lime TWICE, which NEVER came. We drank warm sparkling water. 2. Daughter asked for sour cream, our server NEVER brought it, flagged down another server and got it. 3. Duck tacos were extremely dry. Did not bother complaining to her. 4. Asked before we ordered if we could get a small taste of the Burria, she didn't inquire or anything just said NO! 1 star because my daughter steak tacos were good 1 star because the guak was very good! We will not be back nor recommend! We usually tip 25% not this time! read more

Rosa Mexicano - Terrible server, terrible duck tacos, good steak tacos and quak warm sparkling water! - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

This was a great experience. The guacamole was wonderful. Our food was all good. The best part of the meal we're the cocktails. I really want to return. read more

Rosa Mexicano at National Harbor (Saturday Brunch) We had such a great experience at Rosa Mexicano this past Saturday. The Mexican Fried Rice was incredibly flavorful. I didn't even need the sauces that came with it. The guacamole was made fresh and paired perfectly with the warm, crispy chips. The service was excellent. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of. We were seated immediately, but we arrived at 11:30 a.m. because the weather was beautiful and we knew it would fill up fast. The view from the outdoor seating area was just perfect. Overlooking the water, the Ferris wheel, and the lively National Harbor scene made for an amazing brunch atmosphere. Highly recommend for delicious food, great service, and unbeatable views. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Fried Rice - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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This is a spacious spot with seating available in both the bar and restaurant areas. When we arrived, there was a 25-minute wait, but the lobby had plenty of seating to accommodate us. True to their estimate, we were seated right around the 25-minute mark. Our waiter promptly brought chips, salsa, and water. He answered our questions and took our order without any issues. My wife chose the chicken enchiladas, which came with a generous amount of flavorful sauce (maybe a little too much). There were two good-sized enchiladas served with a side of rice. She thought they tasted good but mentioned she would have preferred a red sauce instead. I went with the Fajitas Molcajete (Steak & Shrimp). It arrived sizzling, which was a nice touch. The steak and shrimp were served on a bed of sautéed onions and bell peppers, accompanied by tortillas, rice, and refried black beans. While the presentation was appealing, I felt the $40 price tag didn't quite match the portion size--there were only four strips of steak and four shrimp. The beans were a bit too salty for my taste, and the rice was just average. On the bright side, the chips were fresh, and the salsa was excellent. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Steak & Shrimp Fajita Molcajete $40 - Mexican Near Me - Oxon Hill, Maryland

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