[[HIGHLIGHT]]Taqueria Guadalajara has a bit of a tucked away location just on the outskirts of Winchester, which gives it that standalone, local spot feel[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. While having its own building is a plus, parking can quickly become a headache during busy hours, so timing your visit makes a difference. Walking in, there wasn't a host present, which made the entrance feel a little unorganized at first. However, a server quickly stepped in and pointed us in the right direction. From there, the experience improved the service was genuinely friendly and attentive, which helped set a positive tone for the meal. The burrito was the highlight. It came out well prepared with solid flavor throughout, even though it didn't include any sides. Normally, that might feel like something is missing, but the taste was good enough to carry the dish on its own. Pricing leans a bit on the higher side, which is something to keep in mind, especially given the lack of extras. Overall, Taqueria Guadalajara delivers where it matters most good flavor and friendly service even if it has a few logistical hiccups like parking and the initial lack of greeting. It's the kind of place that leaves you debating between a 4 and a 5, but the quality of the food ultimately pushes it into 5-star territory read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Returned for the first time in a while, and it was the most crowded I've ever seen the place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Strongly recommend they consider some pads on the ceiling to absorb the sound, or maybe a carpet, but our table of three was shouting to hear each other on a Tuesday night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Salsa continues to be delicious (albeit punishing the next day), and of my three tacos, carnitas was the only one to write home about. Pescado was fishy (not in the good way), and the al pastor was, again, just okay. Pointed out my chipped water glass to the server, who was apologetic and promptly replaced it. Best tacos in the area continue to be Los Altos de Jalisco in Winchester. I said what I said. read more

Taqueria Guadalajara - Enchiladas de Mole - just okay, chicken was dry - Mexican Near Me - Winchester, Virginia

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The food is very good. Service is a little slow, but they were really busy. In the past month we have been there twice.

This is authentic Mexican at its best. Try the shredded goat or chipotle shredded chicken in your sopes like I did, grilled chicken in your burrito don gato like my boyfriend did, or any of the other delicious filling options. We waited quite a while for our food but it was well worth the wait!!! read more

Taqueria Guadalajara - Don Gato Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Winchester, Virginia

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Ok so first time here. How does it make sense to list queso as an appetizer yet I have to buy chips separately? We weren't attended to for a while either. Likely won't return. Sorry but service is just as important as food quality. read more

My wife has loved this place for some time now as anytime her companies corporate team is in the area, they go there and love it. We've been there twice together and never let down. The food is excellent and fresh, especially the guacamole. Recently she got the pineapple margarita and I had the tamarind margarita and couldn't believe how great it was. She tried it and switched for her second. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is always clean and has that cheerful vibe with an excellent staff eager to please.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Can't wait to be back. read more

Was looking forward to the Don Gato burrito with the good reviews. My friend has had it five times and swore it was the best. It was somewhat disappointing. There was hardly any beef and an overwhelming amount of black beans. The chips were fine but a bit thick. The salsa lacked any spice and was pretty bland. However, the mole sauce was one of the best I've ever had. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Good service and a very cute interior.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Very friendly staff. We were greeted and seated right away. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Pleasant decor, comfortable seating And tables. Clean inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Extensive menu options. Decent portion sizes. Chips and salsa are not complimentary. Guacamole was fresh and flavorful Chicken in the enchilada was dry and Tortila, difficult to cut. Mole sauce was delicious. Margaritas were good too. We will come back What we tried: Chips and salsa Guacamole Sopes al pastor Enchilada mole My rating rationale +1 Service +.5 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value read more

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The food was delicious and plentiful. I'm not much of a Mexican food fan, but it was Cinco de Mayo and taco Tuesday, so I wwnt for it. The service was very good and pleasant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The food was much better than the ambiance though.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would eat there again if I find myself back in Winchester on Cinco de May. read more

I had the sopes la comadre and a blueberry sangria. We came with a large unplanned group. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The servers were friendly and the establishment was clean and welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The portions are a bit on the smaller side but everything was delicious. For large parties they add 20% gratuity and they are able to split up checks. read more

We waited and hostess said 5 minutes and then she came back in five minutes and she said have a seat because it will be 10 minutes. There were several tables empty and probably 5 servers standing around. We walked out. Not a well run establishment. read more

Absolutely delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would recommend reservations if you arrive after 5.

We've had great food everywhere in and around Winchester since we moved here. This was our first trip to TG but we will be back regularly. I've only ever had one Mole sauce that was close to this. I may never try anything else. The kids also loved their dishes without any critique. This is a rare gem! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Really cute designs throughout the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Went for lunch in a Monday, not too crowded with about half the restaurant filled.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Free chips and salsa. Not too thin or too hard for the chips, salsa was delicious! We ordered the sopes - one pork belly and one lengua. Little crunch, juicy meat, overall really glad we ordered and tried it. Also got the carne azada (spelled with a Z here), thinnnn slices of meat but not chewy so we'll take it. The fried(?) onion was different and kinda interesting to try. Oniony flavor yet kinda sweet. Green part was crispy. Good attentive service. A nice little find in Winchester. read more

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Taqueria on the South side of town. They serve authentic Guadalajara dishes. Burrito , street tacos , enchiladas, tamales , beef, chicken and fish. The dishes are deep in flavor - gourmet. Protein choices include pork, brisket, beef tongue , beef cheek and more. The chips and salsa for an Upcharge are thicker than normal , fresh fried and lightly seasoned while the salsa is very smokey chipotle flavor. Guacamole is fresh made and yummy. They have a full bar with several specialty drinks, beer and wine. The interior is small with wood tables and a Mexican flair. It can get quite loud. Service is generally good. This place is well worth the trip for something out of the ordinary in Mexican cuisine. Can be considered a little pricey but not overly. Try a desert !! And do not miss the churros with chocolate sauce !! read more

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Holy authentic food and great service. We stopped in for lunch and were very happy we did. If you're in the area, give it a try.

The food is not the best, not fresh at all, or maybe because I get use to eat at real Mexican Restaurants, not a fake ones, when I saw GUADALAJARA I got so excited, but it is an insult to Guadalajara.. too bad [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bathroom has dust all over those light fixtures and everywhere so imagine the kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server was excellent, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambience is ok not too loud.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Great little spot. Sat at the bar and had a wonderful Margarita. Bartender was nice and attentive. Went with the beef cheek taco and he recommended the spicy pork. Both were delicious read more

The food looked and tasted great! The Bar selection was something to behold. The server, Johnny, was delightful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor was spirited![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was an overall pleasurable experience. read more

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Food is great. Not as big of portions as I'd like but tasty and well seasoned. Not happy about a charge for the salsa and chips that are free everywhere else. Queso is nice and spicy. Very disappointing that they don't make the Al Pastor on a spit. That's a requirement for Al Pastor if you understand what it is and its legacy. Drinks are small also but well made. Been here a few times and service is always slow. Drinks are especially slow as there is just one bartender so order your refills when you get a chance. The place is open inside so you sit cozily with everyone else like in a cafeteria. Overall it's good authentic Mexican food but I'm still looking for the best out here in Winchester. read more

Taqueria Guadalajara - Blackberry Sangria - Mexican Near Me - Winchester, Virginia

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Poor service and way overpriced. Server seemed disinterested in being there. My wife's food order came out about 15 minutes after mine. Weird! I ordered the three taco plate. There was no more than a tablespoon of meat in each taco. The meat was tasty, as was the tortilla, just really small portions. The diet Coke I ordered was flat. Overall disappointing read more

Love this spot! The dishes are so fresh and authentic! The service is always spot on! We had a lovely table off of the main dining area. They were busy but the staff are always so professional and attentive. This visit I had the Special of the Day, Poblanos Enchiladas and also the Special Cocktail of the Day a Mango Sangria. Amazing experience as always! Dessert was the Creme Brûlée. Great end to a fun day Christmas Tree hunting! read more

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You know what, I'm gonna say it! Taqueria Guadalajara in Winchester, VA is in my top two authentic Mexican spots. The sopes were so legit, my tacos were . The churros were so good. Just a 10/10 experience I'm very picky about my Mexican food as my mother cooked homemade for us all my life (tortillas from scratch etc) even her and her friends come here, that's how you know it's legit! The staff are super friendly and helpful, and they bring the food out quickly. The inside is decorated with really nice authentic Mexican decoration, it reminds me of things we used to hang. read more

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Taqueria Guadalajara had great food and amazing service! I love coming here I especially love the tacos definitely recommend if you are in the Winchester area! read more

Fresh fantastic food and service. Counting the days until I am in the area again and can have another meal here. Had a girls lunch out today, but wouldn't hesitate to go for a date night. This review would be longer but I need to protect my leftovers! read more

Fresh delicious Mexican food that delighted this native Texan. Very impressed with the menu and good service. I will definitely be back to try more dishes!! read more

Taqueria Guadalajara - Chicken enchiladas with salad and outstanding refried beans! - Mexican Near Me - Winchester, Virginia

Great food, drinks and a very friendly staff! Not your father's Mexican restaurant, much better.

There is ample parking and the decor is cute. The plates are absolutely to die for! They're cute and flowery. The decor is very homey and the staff was generally friendly. The enchiladas surprisingly has a barbecue taste to it, which made it a bit more sweet and savory. The sopes also kept their shape well due to the masa but the meat was also tough. For the Carne ala Mexicana, the steak was a bit tough to chew and thus swallow. It is also a bit dry, so take your time to cut them into proper pieces. The side salad was filled with avocado and it went well with the tortillas along with the meat and beans. Overall, I would come here again as the food was pretty good for the price but I would say that its main charm are the plates and the restaurant decor. In the middle of Winchester, it's a pretty nice place for dinner. read more

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Amazing food! Great service! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I was not expecting this little restaurant to provide such a nice ambiance but the food and drinks are amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff is wonderful and so polite. Love going there! read more

My husband and I were just driving through and saw this cute restaurant and decided to try it out. It was the Day of the Dead, the restaurant gave out free tamales, candies and chips and churros. That was the highlight of the dinner. The decor was super cute and chic. I was so in love with the tables and chairs so unique! I love Mexican food! I will say my carne asada was a bit salty and surprisingly thin slice of meat. I've had at other restaurants were they were a bit meater. My husband did say he love their chocolate milk, was made fresh and their tamales. He had tacos, where the make the own tortillas. Service was good, friendly and speedy. I'll have to come back another time and give the carne asada another chance. read more

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The food was great! The servers were all very sweet and accommodating. It did take a bit longer than I would have liked to get our food (2 pozoles and a side of rice and beans) but [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere was good[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and overall I would go back again. read more

Best chips and queso Ive ever had at a Mexican restaurant! Chips are way thicker and the queso has corn and poblanos in it. Makes all the difference! Shrimp was perfection as always. Ive been here many times, their food flavors/menu ideas are different from all the other Mexican places near here. This place is a must try! Also best margaritas in town! read more

Taqueria Guadalajara - Shrimp with a spicy sauce - Mexican Near Me - Winchester, Virginia

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Gourmet is the key word here! You will get great Mexican food and Margaritas! It's very busy so get there before 5:30 on the weekends or you will be waiting. The service was amazing, very attentive and made great suggestions in the food. Best Mexican food I have ever had! read more

Taqueria Guadalajara - Don Gato Burrito and Sopes La Comadre - Mexican Near Me - Winchester, Virginia

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Food is always fresh, and the service is great. Love the tacos, and chips. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is a classic![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

2nd time- It's as good as the first! I meant to take photos- everything is always plated so beautifully!!! Three words- Clean - Authentic - Attentive The food looks and tastes CLEAN and so fresh! We brought our 16yr old son today- he gobbled up his enchiladas- no chance to take a photo. lol He'd never had churros, so we got an order for him. I tried a bite- whoa!! I've never thought of fried foods as clean, but it seems to be a theme- their fryer oil must be cleaned and replaced often- best churros ever. I got the carne asada tacos with extra cilantro and lime! Yum! We'll be back! If you haven't been here yet, you should make a point to check them out! Attentive wait staff, authentic food, and clean food and restaurant! read more

Best Mexican food in the area. Reasonably priced and delicious food. The fresh lime margaritas were fabulous!

THIS WAS AN AMAZING MEXICAN RESTAURANT!! We had placed a reservation for 7 but didn't get seated until 7:30, however the comped us with chips and salsa and guacamole on the house, which was so delicious! My girlfriend and I split the mole oaxaqueno and the tamales, both were so amazing! The mole had such a deep flavor that was, nutty, chocolatey, with a bit of spice! It was so delicious and I was wiping the plate with extra tortillas! The tamales were also really good! But just know that they are a little Spicey! I highly recommend it here! read more

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it's been at least a year since I've been to this wonderful authentic Mexican restaurant, [[HIGHLIGHT]]a little noisy today[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], but the food and service were excellent as I remember it read more

My friend and I ate an early dinner here. Upon arriving, I noted how small the establishment was, but we had called ahead for a reservation. We were seated right away. The restaurant featured groups of butterflies from wall to ceiling, round baskets hanging on the wall, and a Christmas tree as the focal point in the center of the restaurant. The waiter quickly took our drink orders and was back with a basket of chips and salsa. We added guacamole, and it was fantastic! Freshly made with Cilantro and tomato throughout. The salsa was also delicious - with a hint of heat and a lot of flavor. We went through three baskets of chips before our entrees! For my meal, I ordered the Don Gato Burrito filled with Barbacoa brisket, rice, beans, pico, avocado, and cheese. This is not something I would typically order. However, it was some of the most delicious authentic Mexican I have ever had. The meat was so tender and flavorful and all of the other ingredients complemented it well. I also sampled my friends entree which featured beef tongue and goat- the goat was the star of the dish! Our waiter was quick to refill waters, chips and salsa, and continued to make sure we were taken care of throughout our meal. All in all, thus was such a great find. read more

Taqueria Guadalajara - Don Gato Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Winchester, Virginia

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Short and simple. Good service. Inside was clean. Food was decent and pricey. I might go back and try something different.