Came here on Tuesday around 6 pm for some tacos after having a craving. There is a parking garage for all the businesses around here and it is free after 4 pm during the week and free during the weekends. The elevator door opens right next to the restaurant, and it is convenient. It was decently busy when I came for dinner, but the service felt a bit rushed. They serve tap water inside a green glass bottle. I ordered the corn esquites and I highly recommend it. It is warm and easy to consume with a spoon. All the ingredients in it are well balanced. I also ordered a frozen pina colada, chips and guac. The saltiness of the chips paired well with the guacamole and ice cold pina colada slush. The chips were thick and had a crispy texture. For tacos, I ordered Al pastor and carne asada. The tacos were not too spectacular, but they were big enough for 3 bites each. It is lively inside with music played at a decent volume so that you have to speak with an outside voice. read more

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I love the ambience of this place wit their indoor and outdoor seating. They have good taco Tuesday steaks where you get two tacos for the price of one. We went here because I was craving carne asada tacos. We ordered few birria tacos, chicken tinga tacos, and carne asada. The birria tacos were great and had a lot of meat. The consommé was also great. I also liked the chicken tinga tacos. However, their carne asada tacos were extremely salty and weirdly cooked that they were rubbery. Between the meat being hard to chew and being too salty, I couldn't enjoy the carne asada at all. I asked the server before ordering if the birria tacos or the carne asada was better and he unbothered-ly said both are good. We also got a Pina colada to share since we wanted to eat our calories than drink. But this upset the server and he was also upset that we weren't ordering more drinks. The service felt a little off due to his cold attitude. We do plan to come in the future but hope we are treated better and not judged for not drinking crazy amounts of alcohol at dinner. read more

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I would give this place higher but there was a long wait for a table even after we already had a reservation. Staff were nice about it and gave us complimentary guacamole and chips because of the long wait. Also in terms of the actual dining experience, the music is turned up so loud that it's hard to make conversation with the people you're dining with. I'd definitely recommend going on Taco Tuesday because tacos are buy one, get one free so I tried four. My favorite was the Baja crispy fish taco! I'd return for the Tuesday deal. This location is in Crystal City so if you live nearby definitely recommend walking but there is street parking available via Park Mobile as well as a garage nearby. read more

I ordered the vegetable burrito. I liked how it was different from traditional burritos - it had cooked greens and sweet potatoes (not 100% sure since I didn't see the ingredients on the menu). However, it was mostly rice and the hot sauce was not spread very evenly. The size of the burrito was small too. Service was okay - barely said much to me. read more

Tacombi - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Update: I wanted to share that I was invited back and I'm so glad I took them for their offer because we had an entirely different experience. We went on a Sunday, just like the first time, and came about two hours earlier. I would say the restaurant was about 40% full when we arrived. The staff there all chips in. The hostess was really busy outside and the bartender saw that we'd been waiting, so he came over and sat us. This time around we ordered their version of a burrito, a chicken tinga taco, and a quesadilla. Last time we ordered about 6 tacos so I wanted to try some other menu items. I must admit that the chicken tinga taco stole the show followed by their cucumber margarita made with mezcal. Considering the prices and location, this second visit made me want to come back again to try their breakfast tacos. read more

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First time coming here and I really enjoyed it - we sat on the patio on a nice evening while the World Cup played on the big screen inside. The chips were very good, nice and crispy. I ordered the Beef Barria and Baja Crispy Fish tacos, I really enjoyed both, especially the fish. I enjoyed a Monopolio Mexican lager and a Lupita orange soda. Our server William was on his game! I'll be back read more

Tacombi - Baja Crispy Fish taco - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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In Kind Find Tacombi - Arlington is a sweet surprise. Tucked perfectly between Whole Foods and the Alamo Drafthouse, this cozy spot delivers big vibes in a quaint, throwback 60s-style diner setting. The décor is cute and nostalgic, and the playlist was smooth and mellow with tracks like Sabre Alley by La Lom, Why Why Why Why Why by Sault, and Honey by Drugdealer. You'll find yourself nodding along while you eat. I stopped by on Taco Tuesday, which means two-for-one tacos--a deal you simply can't beat. The stars of my visit: * Paloma - Sparkling, refreshing, lightly sweet, and honestly just pretty in the glass. * Crunchy Fish Taco - A perfect bite of green crema, red cabbage, and pico. Balanced, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. * Totopos - The real MVP. These chips let me know I have not been eating real corn chips my whole life. I can only eat guacamole with Totopos now. I also tried the carne asada and shrimp tacos. They were just okay--not bad, but nothing I would order again. The rice and beans were also very basic, so I'd recommend sticking with the standout items. The wait staff was friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Side note: City living keeps your peripheral vision sharp like a superhero, so when I noticed a little bird on the ground inside, I definitely jumped--because, ya know! But it didn't take away from the visit. Tacombi is a small spot for a quick bite before or after a movie or a casual night out in Arlington. Great atmosphere, decent food, and great vibes. read more

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Not sure how they get some things so good and others so bad. Quesadillas looked like my baby cousins made them, but the tacos and burrito were very good. They also make you pay online, but there is no service or WiFi in the place. The host also had no clue what was going on, told us there were no tables yet there were a couple open. Place is stupidly overpriced as well. read more

I was excited to finally try this place as I often pass by it to go to Alamo movie theatre. I came during happy hour which includes deals on beer and margaritas, additionally it was Taco Tuesday so the tacos were BOGO. -Spicy margarita-$9 (It was alright nothing special but I guess decent for the deal) -Guacamole- Really good!! -Tacos (Beef Birria, Baja Crispy Fish, Al Pastor, and Beef Ribeye) *The Birria and the Al Pastor tacos were my favorite! The service could be improved as no explanation was provided about happy hour or Taco Tuesday until I asked. I had to ask for water which I realized once I saw everyone else at the table with a bottle, but then the water was just in a bottle and it was room temperature (with no ice or any bottled options given) with food floating in it. read more

Tacombi - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I wanted to like Tacombi after visiting NY locations and this one but I'm consistently not impressed with the food. The tacos prices are pretty steep for the quality. The Al Pastor taco was so dry and the fish taco was just okay - pretty bland overall. Service is always friendly and the restaurant has a great indoor-outdoor feel which is great for the warmer months but I wouldn't recommend if you're seeking authentic tacos. read more

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I was shocked to see that at the time I'm writing this, the overall rating is under a 4.0. Mind blown because my husband and I loved this place! The only reason I'd personally consider lowering my rating (but it wasn't worth it to me), is because the wait was long, and the parking in the area is pretty rough. However... those didn't stand out to me enough once we had our food and drinks :D I loooooved their birria tacos, esquites, and the options they had for drinks. If I lived closer, I would absolutely be here much more frequently. The ambiance is also so cute, unique, and stylish! read more

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Tacombi in Arlington is a fun spot for a casual taco night, and their Taco Tuesday deal (buy one taco, get one free) makes it worth it. The steak and shrimp tacos were my favorites -- super flavorful and fresh. The drinks are decent but didn't totally wow me. Still, a great vibe and a solid pick for tacos in the area! Service is always pretty attentive too. read more

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The venue is so pretty, I like the street taco flair, the steel chairs and the light decor. The venue seems wheelchair friendly, including the bathrooms which I thought was tasteful. Looking past the gentrification of the Mexican street Taco, I enjoyed the vibe and the food. The tacos were really good! Salsa too. The tostada also so yummy! I also felt I had a kind and thoughtful server that did the best they could. I had to be asked if I'd been helped after being seated by the host. 1st communication issue. Then, a runner brought my drink without the agave shot and tasted so off but I didn't know why, until I realize people are getting served a little shot with their drink. I had to then ask for it from the server, making them figure it out because the runner or the bar tender messed up, making them work harder than they have to, which is Issue number 2. I had to follow up about our appetizer because it never came. our appetizer came after we finished the dinner tacos. Issue number 3. I wanted to love this place but the service operation needs work, it's evident that the communication across the team isn't streamlined. If you are serving Michelin grade tacos, I'm expecting quality in the restaurants operations. Unfortunately that doesn't match up here. read more

Tacombi - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Food is good but overpriced. A "large" guacamole and one bag of chips costs $18 lol the girl asked if I wanted salsa, I said yes please and it was sent with no salsa. So for $20 total you can get an actual small sized guacamole with one bag of chips no salsa lol read more

Tacombi - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Wanted tacos on a Tuesday and figure I finally try TACOMBI located next to Alamo theaters in Crystal City, VA. ***Happy Hour & Taco Tuesday Specials/Deals*** There's garage parking available since there's limited street parking nearby. I love the design and cleanliness of this place. Very vibrant and great size plus taco vibes for sure. The customer service was decent, I actually got amazing service from the host more than my waitress which was odd but I am thankful the lady went above and beyond since it was hard getting assistance at first. I wish I knew her name because since deserves to be recognized. SINALOA SHRIMP TACOS On Tuesday's, tacos are BOYO (Buy One, Get One FREE). I love this deal honestly since tacos are around $4.98 up to $8.98 each. The shrimp tacos came with sliced avocado (my favorite), melted cheese, onions and shrimp. This was extremely flavorful and cooked exactly the way I love. Originally I ordered 2 but then end up getting an extra 2 because it was that good. I only could eat 3 though lol. LUPITA PINEAPPLE SODA I wasn't going to get soda but I figure why not try since it's displayed all over. I wasn't expecting this pineapple soda to be soooooo good, but this is by far my new favorite Pineapple soda I ever had and I don't drink soda regularly. The perfect amount of sweetness and fizz, this should be definitely a must try. They also sell burritos, quesadillas, sides, desserts and appetizers plus have a kids menu. Many options, just wish they had fajitas but I'm not mad since they have a great variety of stuff. I'll be back on Taco Tuesday! read more

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Outstanding service, pretty good food, odd decor. That's the sum of it. The restaurant itself looks outdated, and not in a fun-kitschy kind of way. The tables are too close, and the chairs are metal fold outs. Enticing, this is not. The food is a step up. I found this place because I read an article where they partnered with a Michelin-Starred Mexico City taco place, so I just had to try it. Well...I did get the beef...and it was pretty good...but not amazing. I did, however, love the Avocado Tostada and pineapple soda, both of which were favorites of my server. I never would have thought to order that soda, but she was 100% right. My service was outstanding, and the food came out super fast. No waiting at all! I'm not sure what the big deal is, maybe I'd go back, but it's not a priority. read more

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Food amazing. Service on point. And perfect location and ambiance for date night or food with friends ! read more

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Great service, fun atmosphere. I sat outside on a beautiful day and enjoyed the fresh air. I ordered two tacos, guacamole, and a margarita. The food was pretty descent and the margarita was tasty. Solid restaurant, i'd definitely come back. read more

Tacombi - Al Pastor Taco, Beef Birria Taco. - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

They do not have a pick up process and force scheduled orders to wait in the same line as those waiting for seating. Do not bother trying to use their site to save time. They are wholly unprepared for anything but dine in. read more

The staff randomly puts spicy sauce and jalapeños in items that say nothing about being spicy at all. Not everybody likes spicy food and if you're going to make things ultra spicy, you need to say it on the menu. I will also say I've been there more than once and the service is abysmal every single time. I wanted to like this place bc I think the ingredients they use are high quality. But I won't be going back. read more

This place was delicious. As a transplant from CA, I have been having a tough time finding good Mexican food. Tacombi different satisfied the craving. The salsas were super flavorful, and the birria was yum. Lots of different options to choose from for food. Will for sure go back and try other things read more

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Very bland, unfortunately. I ordered the ribeye quesadilla, which is a specialty menu item in collaboration with some Mexican City chef or restaurant. The ribeye itself has sliced very thinly and served on top of an open-face tortilla, which has the cheese already melted onto it. I tasted the ribeye by itself, and there was no distinguishable flavor. I then proceeded to fold my quesadilla to eat it in typical quesadilla style and it just didn't have much flavor at all. I wound up adding the entire container of guacamole salsa that they provided with it to give it some umph. Will not be returning. read more

The ambiance of the restaurant is definitely a vibe. The service is fast. However, the food is just ok. I ordered the seared fish tacos and it wasn't flavorful just super spicy. It was tolerable but I definitely did not enjoy my meal. They are also very pricey. I paid $15.36 for 2 tacos that are fairly small. read more

Tacombi - 2 Seared fish taco - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

mixed feelings after my experience at taocmbi yesterday. i called and placed a takeout order ~7pm friday. they said it would be ready in 20 min. 20 min later they said the order wouldn't be ready for another 20 min. the hostess (very reluctantly) let us sit at the "bar" while we waited. the interior is cute - colorful and fun and loud when crowded. there are some outdoor tables as well. small amount of nearby street parking, otherwise there is a garage right next door. when we got home with our food, i was very sad to see that one of the tacos we had ordered (that was on the receipt) was missing. our birria tacos were also missing their side of broth (criminal!). the small guac ($7) is absolutely tiny (for 1-2 people max). however -- the food really was tasty. the birria, shrimp, and crispy fish tacos were all delicious. the chips that come with the guac are reallyyyyy good and heavily salted. i was underwhelmed by the esquites and won't be ordering it again -- it was mostly a cup of watery plain corn with a spoonful of spiced mayo on top and a dusting of cotija. would i come back? yes. for taco tuesday. but if im ordering takeout, im checking the bag before i leave, and giving it an extra 10-15 min before pickup. read more

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Tacombi on Tuesdays is the spot for me! Great drinks, delicious tacos, quick service and STRONG DRINKS. read more

Tacombi - Baja Crispy Fish Taco and Mango Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Was excited to try this restaurant. Server completely ignored me. Restaurant reminds me of a vintage outdoor cafe. No frills. Seats are awkward. Staff does not change gloves between patrons, preparing and delivering food. Surprise no one has gotten food poison. Guacamole is horrific. Went for HH and barely received a drink. Place was busy but workers catered to certain customers. read more

I love Tacombi! I often judge Mexican restaurants based on chips+guac -- Tacombi has the best I've ever had. Everything on the menu is just as delicious. Their service is incredible. Anthony,Caesar and the rest of the team are accommodating, warm, and deliver the food with speed. The ambiance is fun and lively. This is the top recommendation for anyone in the DC/Crystal City area. 10/10 P.S. the new Ribeye Taco is to die for. read more

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The tacos here are pretty damn good. My favorite was the shrimp and the beef taco that has the dipping sauce. I forget what you call it. The chips and guacamole was fire as well. Def good for taco Tuesdays. Good ambiance, food came packaged very carefully. I like this place. Highly recommend it. read more

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Really cool retro Mexican restaurant. Mostly small plates. Food was great but the service was lacking. Ordered a beef taco that never came even after I checked on it. Also ordered a Michelada which was great. read more

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Tacombi Arlington is such a fun spot. The staff was genuinely warm and welcoming, and the agua frescas were seriously excellent, fresh, flavorful, and the perfect pairing with tacos. The tacos al pastor were the standout: super tasty, well-balanced, and easily my favorite thing we ordered. The atmosphere and aesthetic are on point too, bright, lively, and thoughtfully designed. For a second, I honestly felt like I was back in Mexico. Would definitely come back. read more

Tacombi - Carne Asada Burrita. - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I'm from Mexico City and this place not only has the ambience but the food is VERY AUTHENTIC !! My favorite place! Also, servers are great and place is clean. Micheladas are a 10-10 read more

Tacombi - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This particular location is in the National Landing area, and the place is pretty spacious. Their menu offers some starters, tacos, burritos, and quesadillas; we came here for an early lunch, and ordered: +Corn Esquites - comes in a cup; this could have been more warm; definitely smaller in portion and just enough for a 'sampling' for one person +a couple of Baja Crispy Fish tacos - served on Vista Hermosa corn tortillas; fish was battered well, crispy, and flake-y; did ask for no cilantro, but came with mounds of it on top +a couple of Beef Birria - filled with Jalisco brisket and Chihuahua cheese; served with a cup of consomme; really generously packed with the tender brisket +a Carne Asada taco - topped with caramelized onions and roasted jalapeno slices; the asada was slightly tough, and the toppings were a kind of minimal and didn't really stay put +a Pollo Yucateco - roasted chicken in a spicy recado rojo sauce - unfortunately, this was one of the worst chicken tacos we've had; it was just wet and had a weird flavor to it +a lime agua fresca - didn't seem 'fresh' and had an off-putting, chemical-like aftertaste +an horchata - a little too thin and watery for me +a pineapple Lupita - had a weird aftertaste to this, even though it came in a small glass bottle Service was pretty friendly, and you get served some housemade salsas to add to your meal. We saw lot of online orders, and more people started to trickle in for the lunch rush. Garage and limited metered parking in the area. +Corn Esquites +Baja Crispy Fish +Beef Birria +friendly service +avoid the drinks read more

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Went last week. I found this place to be remarkably mid. It's okay for the price, but not impressive. First, the theme. They try to create the decor of a greasy spoon in Mexico, but it doesn't come across as authentic rather it seems forced. The metal chairs and card tables aren't comfortable. Everything was expensive. My partner found the tacos were okay but pricey. Despite the price, there is no gratuities like chips and salsa. The water is unfiltered tap water. Quite an unpleasant taste. I only liked one thing - the guacamole. I appreciated the attempt at homemade chips. The problem was that many pieces were undercooked and chewy. My michelada wasn't very tasty. It was kinda bland. My burrito had undercooked hard rice. This is a one and done for me. read more

Cute hipster style place, but very slow service, like extra slow. And the prices for the food are expensive. I got a quesadilla and it was the same size as a taco, only double the price. Just go to another place. Not worth it. Taco Tuesday, different story. Service still is terrible but you get buy one get one free. read more

This is a solid taco place for the area. They have a good selection of meats and prices are not too bad. The inside seating is cute if you want to dine in as well. Service is pretty fast as well. read more

Pretty no frills interior (not super comfortable seating) at Tacombi and service feels like between a sit down restaurant and fast food. I've been here a few times for lunch. The esquites (corn) is pretty good and I like their fish taco. It's a bit on the expensive side. The line was too long for the Califa de Leon Collab but came back for lunch one day to try the two specials on the menu. Not bad-- different. Since it's close to my job I would come back. But there's also a lot of other restaurant options in the area! read more

Tacombi - Califa de Leon specials - Mexican Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Lived in Crystal City for several years before recently moving to Fairfax County so have been here a few times, most recently last week. Seems Yelp has Tacombi listed as being in Pentagon City though, having lived around here for a long time and being familiar with that area, I think this is actually in the adjacent Crystal City area (and is located right on Crystal Drive). So I came here last week mainly because it was getting advertised that Tacombi would feature Michelin-starred tacos from a Mexico City-based taco stand (El Califa de Leon) for a two-week period in December. Tacos are one of my favorite dishes so of couldn't pass up the chance to try them out! I tried two of the Mexico City-based tacos - the costilla (beef rib) and chuleta (pork chop) tacos. I'd thought gaonera (tenderloin beef) tacos would also be available, as this is one of the signature tacos (and probably the most popular) at the Mexico City taco stand, but they weren't made available on the Tacombi menu for whatever reason. A single costillo taco cost $14, with the chuleta taco costing $12, which is pricy for a single taco, LOL. They did have a "deal" where you could order both for $22, so I chose to do that. Both tacos were meaty and pretty good overall, though I also felt they were a bit bland and lacked the flavor you might expect of highly rated tacos; I've definitely had better (including more flavorful and filling) street tacos in Mexican cities like Tijuana that can be had at even the best spots for $1.25/taco. The tacos here definitely didn't live up to my expectations and certainly weren't worth the $11/taco cost. I'll say that this lines up with my previous experiences eating at Tacombi - very expensive tacos (with similarly priced quesadillas and burritos as the other main dish options) for slightly above average food. At least for me, even with the food being "good" overall, the cost doesn't line up with the quality you get. I do appreciate the authentic, old-school decor of the restaurant. They also serve Mexican sodas, beers, and cocktails here, which is a nice touch. At least the day I went, service was a bit lacking - the spot was nearly empty but still had a lot of trouble getting the waiter's attention simply for a glass of water, LOL. Parking in this area can be pricy during normal business hours; my advice if you're stopping by just to visit this spot would be to come after 4 PM or on the weekend, which is when you can park in the underground parking garages in the area for free. Otherwise you'll have to pay $6 or so/hour for the parking garage unless you can find metered parking nearby which is cheaper. But be forewarned that parking in this area can be a bit of a pain at times. Now that I don't live in Crystal City anymore, I probably won't be going back - there are definitely better food options in that area. Again, the food here is pretty good so if you like Mexican food it's worth checking out - just expect the costs here to be higher than what you'd find at comparable Mexican/Latin spots in the area... read more

I come here when I'm working at the office and am craving good tacos. It's hard to remember this place is here when there are all of the food kiosk options across the street, but this place has really good tacos. They're not cheap. You might want at least three of them to get a filling meal. The steak quesadilla is also excellent. Service is always good. The interior feels a little retro with it's almost diner-style feel to it. You can also enjoy eating outside, though I can't say I ever have. Not keen to eat while people are rushing to make the VRE train. read more

Quick, consistent, and tasty is a great combo! One of our favorite places to grab a quick lunch or dinner in Crystal City. We've always had attentive-enough service, and never had any issues getting our food quickly. In my view, the best al pastor tacos in the area, highly recommended and pretty much the opnly thing I ever order there at this point. One off-menu tip: when it's hot out, ask them to mix the pineapple and the watermelon agua frescas, the half-and-half is super refreshing... read more

If you're craving tacos in DC; Tacombi works. Authentic-ish flavors and service was fantastic. Was expecting more from the tortillas, but they were just ok. Overall price per taco is high based on the amount of meat, but not ridiculous. I'm also unfairly comparing them to actual Mexico street tacos; thus just 4 stars. I had the Carne Asada and an Al Pastor. I'll probably go back and try their other tacos. read more

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