We were sat right away during lunch hour, lots of delicious options here. Super chill restaurant. I got the huevos rancheros with steak and eggs sunny side up and al pastor taco. My husband got fried cactus tacos and I forgot the other tacos he got. I really liked the topping bar they have in the restaurant you don't see that often. It was all fresh too. Tacos were great. The huevos rancheros was ok, the sauce was too much though and it took over the whole meal. The gentleman working the counter was very soft spoken and we had to ask him to repeat himself several times. He seemed like he was annoyed about that, but he needs to talk louder I have dog ears and I could barely hear him lol. Overall I'd try again, but I wouldn't go out of my way my husband works right across the street which is why we came. read more

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This is such a gem! We hadn't been here in a while and the food is as good as we remembered! First off, the service is 10/10, all the staff is very friendly and nice. They have a great selection of Mexican food, and it's pretty authentic. A new item on the menu are the "enchiladas suizas" I hope those are here to stay because they were absolutely amazing!!! The tomatillo sauce was delicious and the portion was pretty big! The rest of the family had the torta de chilaquiles, they were out of asada so my hubby got the barbacoa, kids had the gringa with pastor and we all shared the nachos. Everything was delicious! We were sad that they were out of conchas, will have to come back to try them. The only thing I didn't love was that the music was a bit too loud, or maybe I'm getting old lol! But overall this place is great! read more

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This place is the real deal! Chefs from a fine dining background in Mexico City, using Mexican techniques with the best DMV ingredients. They get the corn from Mexico and put it through the nitamalization process (look it up ) when they make their own tortillas for tacos and tostadas. I know all this because Tom and Lynn the proud owners told me, and I also had the privilege of learning about the methods from Chef Elio. The results say it all - I had three different tacos - barbacoa, fish, and al pastor. I also brought home the amazing red pozole and one of the best salads I ever had. All the food was fresh and delicious. The salsas are also scratch- made. The place is cute with a lovely patio. I need to come back for the margs! read more

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I was craving tacos and saw that this place had good reviews. I ordered enchiladas (not pictured) which were pretty good (hence 2 stars) but the tacos were horrible...look at the piece of lard in my suadero taco. That's 1inch x 1inch of a chunk of fat. I'm particular about beef quality and this was not it. It had an aftertaste that I disliked. The fish taco was okay. The Al pastor tacos were okay. The meat was dry and was not anything spectacular. Flavor was also mid. I'd recommended hitting up a different joint or taco truck if you're craving. Or if you come here -- get the enchiladas. Sauces were mid too. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Carne Asada Taco - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Friday night with Mom and the old neighbors. [She] read up about this place in Washingtonian or something and basically forced us all to go. Unfortunately, the fish taco (what was hailed as the thing to get) was out. I asked the guy at the register to suggest a good taco and he immediately said "al pastor!" which I added to the order... only for him to chase me down minutes later to say they were all out. So I told him to just choose. Bummer bummer. It's an order at the register and then take your table number thingy to a table process. Real annoying that the tip option comes up before you even get your food (or are told what you want is out). It feels a little like poncy 'gentrified' Mexican food, with prices to match. It was generally good, but I wasn't blown away, and wouldn't make a special trip. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I came on a Monday afternoon. Service seemed nice. Loved the decore of the whole place! Very cool. I ordered the verde verde salad. For a salad it went above and beyond my expectations. Greens were crisp and fresh, gotta love a block of seared queso! And the dressing and everything else that came on it, pepita seeds, avocado and zucchini ribbons were all delicious together. I'd go back just for that salad, although their entire menu looked delicious. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Verde Verde Salad - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

First, my food took much longer than expected. It wasn't very crowded and I only ordered two carne asada tacos. I ordered at 11:39 AM and got my food at 12:01. I was very disappointed by this since it wasn't busy. That makes me wonder how bad things are or could get on a busy day. The chips and guacamole are delicious! I recommend them to everyone. I need to mention that there is a seasoning on the chips. I loved it but it may not be for everyone. I got the carne asada tacos and would order them again. I was hesitant to order the tacos birrias but I will likely try it next time since I'm a fan of that style. The fish taco looked tasty. It's the first I've seen where the fish wasn't separated and it was more of a breaded one piece. The jalapeños on top could definitely be a plus for those that like picante! I know that's too much for me to handle. I feel like this taco would be delicious with a sauce of your liking to pour on top. The ambiance is great. The outdoor seating area is nice and comfortable. I like that it has normal height seatings and a standing bar height table too. I would try this place again but will ensure not to come when I'm very hungry or during a busy time. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Fish Taco - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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This place is honestly super cute. I give the entire experience a four out of five. Overall, the food is definitely a 3.9 to 4.2 out of five. However, the service was really great. The salsa bar was good, too! read more

Ambiance: super cute, each time I've been there's been a place to sit, and the parking outside is easy, thankfully! Service: good and fast, I also appreciate that they are knowledgeable about gluten free options :) Food: very good!! My husband and I both noted that it's one of the better Mexican food spots in the area and enjoy their tacos. It's getting hard to rate Mexican food spots because we try so many - and although this place is very good, I have also had slightly better. I'd still say 100% give this place a try and see how it rates for you! read more

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This place was solid for quick tacos. I always go for Al pastor and I appreciate that they did not skimp on the pineapple and that it was actually cooked and soft. The salsa bar had some very tasty options. The fish tacos looked excellent as well. I will definitely need to try them next time. Service was always attentive. read more

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I speak Spanish, but they had an English menu, so I ordered in English to make it simple. I clearly said steak and eggs -- not once, not twice, but three times maybe even more because the cashier didn't seem to understand -- and somehow they still brought me eggs and chips. When I pointed out that my order wasn't right, they brought me the receipt and told me I'd have to go pay for the steak first... which was annoying cause I said steak about 100 times when I submitted my order. Didn't feel like waiting so I decided to give the food a try but maybe my appetite was ruined. The tamal looked like a flat, sad flap I'll let you judge, and the horchata tasted like milk with sugar, the chips a soggy mess def not worth $59 and I left more annoyed than full. read more

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This place is terrible. I do not recommend at all. The food taste like salty pepper frozen food that's warmed up. The bartender didn't speak English which okay I respect you, but I ordered a skinny margarita and she looks at me and poured simple syrup and agave and then handed it to me. Then I said I didn't want this and just asked for a tequila soda. She then just gave me tequila on ice. I asked for soda water to top it off. She used the soda gun to put soda water. Then charged me an additional $10. I asked her why she's charging me for water that came out of a gun... she said it's our policy. Okay..... Then some weird Mexican guy approached my table and told us was alone and asked us to return on Sunday to watch the Mexico game and support him. Then he proceeded to ask me where I'm from then said said racist and distasteful comments back to me. I was like woah. Watch out because I'm more than happy to shut you down. He proceeded to continue. This place seriously deserves 0 stars for food, service and ambiance. I'm glad I wasted my time and money on a racist Mexican restaurant. Also, I'm Latina. read more

Probably would truly rate it as a 2.5, and feel bad rounding down, so we'll give it a 3. What was good, the Al pastor meat in the torta was fire. The torta was loaded with meat, and the overall flavor of the meat, was spot on. My only complaint here, is the torta has no beans, , tomato / pico, etc. It's literally just the meat, which was delicious. The carne asada tacos were average, not bad, but not great. The horchata and Jamaica come in very small bottles. For the price of the drinks, you'd expect a large drink. The horchata, if you like really milky horchata, then this is the type for you. The Jamaica was good, not our favorite, but good. I would also say that the overall price of everything here is on the pricier end for one taco. The torta price I feel like is a good price, but again, where's the other items a torta should have with it?! read more

Great tacos and fixings bar yummy. Grapefruit margarita not good Very loud..service ok read more

Stopped here for happy hour. Classic margarita not stored, all alcohol at the bottom. Chicken Tinga taco, water dripping. Not as tasty as before. Brisket taco, swimming in oil. Had to use about 4 napkins to pat the oil out, tasted a bit strange. Ive eaten here so many times. It used to be so good. The topping bar is awesome. Hopefully things will improve. read more

Friendly staff, nice atmosphere, and quick service. Tacos, however, were just ok in my opinion. As someone who only eats poultry and seafood, I did not try the beef/pork options; however, my friend had the barbacoa and carne asada tacos and enjoyed them. The shrimp taco (very flavorful) was the best of those I did try, followed by the vegan chorizo (great texture, a little under seasoned) and lastly, the chicken tinga (chicken seemed dry, flavor was somewhat bland). I did also enjoy the corn tortillas instead of flour. Chips (especially) and guac were good, however I do think they were overpriced for the quantity received. They did not seem to have traditional pico as an a la carte side, but the salsa verde was pretty good. I would definitely say it's worth trying if you're in the area and craving a taco but I do not think they're the best for the price and maybe not the most authentic, if that's what you're looking for. I would dine here again but would opt for something other than the chicken tinga. read more

The previous review saying these are the best tacos in Alexandria is Spot On! I cannot count how many times I've come here, and I always get the same thing now. The guac and chips is incredible with a huge portion and the VEGAN CHORIZO TACOS.... Dead! I always get three and never tire of the flavor. We always sit at the bar, and Jose always gives us the absolute best service. Come for happy hour and enjoy some discounted food and margaritas as well! And don't forget the fresh salsa, onions, limes, and cilantro bar! read more

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Great service. Great food. Amazing atmosphere! I love all the items on the menu that are very authentic and prepared with care. My favorite are the chicken wings, yes, they make some very tasty wings that have you coming back for more. The frijoles charros is also one of my favorites. Cooked to perfection and taste. Tacos are very filled with protein and toppings and the salsa bar gives you an option to add more to your tacos. Staff is personable and very happy while working. You can feel their vibe even while enjoying your food. Great selection of margaritas and drinks. Best of all? I can walk to the place! read more

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Delicious. Worth repeating: Delicous. Stopped in for quick lunch tacos, choosing a suadero and barbacoa. Fresh, hot, and with generous potions of brisket and pork respectively. Interior was modern and clean. Staff friendly and attentive. Overall just a fantastic experience with zero complaints. If you're still buying tacos from a chain, you're missing out on these authentic gems from Picoso read more

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Stopped in for take out dinner for two. In order of my favorites: fish taco, torta with al pastor, Baja shrimp taco, Al pastor taco and last was the lamb taquitos. The lamb taquitos were pricy and not good. For almost the same price you can get three tacos...get the tacos. The inside bar and dining room are large and the outside patio is large and welcoming. A great spot for groups. Uninspired decor but the flavors in the food make up for it. Delicious. Enjoy! read more

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This little place is delicious! The guacamole is very fresh and tasty and all the menu prices are just right for the quality and flavor you receive. I enjoyed my carne asada and fried fish tacos! Love the salsa bar option as well for those who enjoy cilantro and lots of raw onion! The outdoor seating available was lovely for a beautiful day. I was so hungry I didn't manage to get any photos this dinner. read more

I mistakenly didn't read the reviews before coming. Don't be like me. It's like a California tortilla that serves alcohol. Premixed Margaritas terrible! I don't know if the bartender/waiter was new but every request had to be ran through his coworker or the manager. They had a nice selection of tequila so I do not understand why the opt for premixed. There's an aftertaste. Possibly from the sour mix they use. After tasting the premixed margarita I asked to change my beverage. He (the bartender) said "sorry no". Then consulted the coworker who told him go ahead but my friend also wanted to send hers back and I guess that was problematic. Then I asked for a wine in it's place, this is when they had to talk to the manager. The manager said it was fine but they would not charge me the price of happy hour wine instead the price of the margarita. So when I clarified that I basically needed to pay for the nasty margarita even though I would be drinking a wine (cheaper price) they didn't understand what I was asking. When I finally agreed, they first poured the wine in a small shot glass for tasting, I assume they didn't want to risk me not liking it. That is now how you serve wine to taste. They did the same thing for my friend's rose since she sent back her margarita as well. My chips were over cooked. Guac was bland. I tried to get half steak and half chicken quesadillas, he said I couldn't. I ended up ordering two separate quesadillas. They fell apart. I had to just eat the interior with the chips. Food still lacked flavor. Finally, upon asking for separate checks sitting at the bar the bartender said he couldn't do it. I'm convinced he was new because he saw my frustration and asked the coworker who was able to provide separate checks. I'll never go back. read more

Absolutely terrible phone etiquette. I called and someone actually picked up--but didn't say a single word. Just silence. Then they hung up on me. I thought maybe it was a mistake, so I tried calling back--and this time, the phone didn't even ring. If this is how you treat people just trying to get in touch, I can only imagine how poorly things are run in person. Completely unprofessional and incredibly frustrating. Do better. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Unanswered call from the business - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Dripping in grease cold food- when I told them it was cold they looked at each other like they didn't know what they were supposed to do 17 for two nasty tacos read more

This is a little unassuming resturant in a small strip mall. Friendly staff take your order at the counter, then grab a seat at a table or at the bar. There's lots of TVs to watch your game. But let's get to the BEST part- the food! We ordered the shrimp tacos with a side of rice and beans and chips and guacamole. The shrimp tacos were delicious, I'm not sure what all the sauces were that made up the toppings but they worked taste wise and were visually appealing too. The homemade guacamole was on point and the homemade chips were a nice touch! But what blew my mind was the side of beans and rice that comes in a cup. These are whole beans mixed with rice. Normally, I don't get too excited about these side but these were seasoned so well, I almost ordered some to go. And through the week have been thinking about these ridiculously good beans and rice! LOL!! Yes, I would make the drive just for these but would order more shrimp tacos too! read more

Fabulous! The food is good. The prices are good. The staff nice and friendly. It could be a bit cozier, but that could just be that it's been such a cold winter, hard to find a place that's got that cozy feel. I've been back several times and they take InKind. Definitely a plus. read more

Taqueria Picoso is located in a small shopping plaza in Alexandria. Think street inspired Mexican food. The restaurant was pretty busy for a Friday night. Lots of takeout orders but later on discovered that it was the start of restaurant week. The bartenders were friendly and helpful. Not usually a classic margarita fan, but the classic was made to perfection. The fish taco had the perfect amount of texture and crispiness. The tacos are priced decently so you can get a few or a lot. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Bar area - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Not a bad experience but I have mixed experiences with this place. It's in a little strip mall with free parking so that's a positive. Like other fast food places you drop an order with the cashier, who is very friendly. The setting is what you would expect, and comfortable tables inside and out. The food is the hard one. We all got the Sonoran hot dogs, which is what we wanted to try, and horchata. The hot dogs and horchata were great. It's the other dishes that left me less than impressed. I got a Al pastor taco, which I found dry and lacking flavor. My wife got a tamal de cochinita, which also was not very good. My son got a taco nopales, which was pretty decent. So it's worth a try but I would think about what you get. read more

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Taqueria Picoso is a must-visit for taco lovers! The tacos here are packed with flavor and generous portions. I had the vegetarian taco, which was fantastic--loaded with peppers and perfectly seasoned. The chicken taco was also a winner, with lots of tender, flavorful chicken in every bite. One of the best parts of the experience was the salsa bar, offering a variety of options with different spice levels, so you can customize your tacos exactly how you like. Plus, the pickled vegetables are a great touch and available in unlimited amounts--perfect for topping off your tacos or munching on with some chips. The chips and tortillas are made in house and super fresh, I wanted to eat all the chips myself!The staff is super friendly, and the place has a chill vibe with a few TVs if you want to catch the game. There's plenty of seating at tables, so it's a great spot to hang out with friends. They offer a nice variety of tacos and other Mexican dishes, all with the perfect balance of spices. read more

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This was the first time I ordered from this restaurant. I placed an online order and Ordered a taco, an order of chilaquiles, and the rice and beans. Ordering and pick up was fine enough. However, when I got home. The order was missing the rice and beans. I called the restaurant to let them know and the man I spoke with said the order was completed. I said I didn't receive the rice and beans and he proceeded to hang up on me. I called back twice and the third time. Someone just picked up the phone and left it with no one talking. I'm absolutely flabbergasted at the customer service I received. I won't be coming back and I'd like a refund on the item I didn't receive. Pics for reference. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Tortilla chips and taco. - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

The place is great, with tasty food and excellent margaritas. The only downside is the chef's attitude, he's not very friendly and doesn't even offer a smile. You can tell the staff feel frustrated with him. Aside from that, the team is fantastic, and we'd really love to see Jose back. read more

Arrived here on Sunday around 3pm. This place is located in a strip mall so parking was plentiful; we actually got a spot right in front of the store. We walked into an average size establishment that was extremely clean, well lit from natural sunlight and lively although it wasn't overly crowded inside. There was a football and soccer game on the TV's at the bar and the bar patrons were definitely into them. We were greeted with a very warm welcome and were given a choice of table, then menus and was then explained the ordering process which takes place at the counter. We go over the menu, and my husband goes up to place our order. When he places my drink order, the young woman tells him that ordering drinks (alcoholic anyway) is done separately w/the bartender but that she would let her know what we wanted (he also wanted a different drink for himself but the machine wasn't working to make it so he landed on a hibiscus drink). That process seems strange to me because first, why does the patron have to order separately at the bar, and second why does the bartender then have to bring a tab to the customers in the main dining room and still have to manage everyone at the bar. Seems so unnecessary and even archaic to a degree. But that is what happened. The bartender brought my drink over (which was phenomenal by the way) asked me if I wanted to keep an open tab or close out, then a bit later she brought the check over to the table. For anyone wondering, I ordered a strawberry basil margarita. Ok..onto the food. Overall, it was good. Not mind blowing, not inedible..just...okay. The tacos come with a variety of proteins and for the most part, you get your toppings and sauces from a toppings bar..I liked that concept. We ordered birria, beef tongue, shrimp, shredded lamb and carne asada tacos. The proteins were plentiful in each taco, but they individually lacked flavor although they were all extremely tender. It was my first time having beef tongue and it was very tender and had an appropriate amount of fat. But if not for the toppings, these tacos would not be anything special to talk about. Again..they had little to no flavor at all. They all also come on a corn tortilla which isn't a con necessarily, but we have been to places that give you an option (corn or flour) and while I recognize that isn't a common thing at most restaurants, we have kinda grown to expect it..that's just a personal thing though lol. Corn tortillas just aren't our preference but we will eat them. Maybe we should've asked. The two tacos that we were dissatisfied with overall were the shrimp tacos and the birria. The shrimp come with a slaw and as someone who loves tangy and fermented foods and even drinks, this slaw was so slimy and tangy that it overpowered the entire thing. I don't even remember how the shrimp tasted..just the slaw. It was the one taco that I looked forward to eating the most and it was my least favorite taco because of that slaw. The slaw had no texture, no crunch-which signals to me that it was overdressed and sitting too long (possibly pulled from the refrigerator because it didn't appear nor taste freshly made) before it was added to that taco. And honestly outside of vinegar, I'm not sure what else was used to dress the slaw. I tasted nothing but vinegar. The consume for the Birria was dismal at best. No flavor, no viscosity, no bits of onion, nor cilantro, nor meat was anywhere in sight. I judge new taco spots by their Birria and this for us was such a fail. All in all the customer service was great and the establishment was very clean. The food left a lot to be desired but the drinks (both alcoholic and non alcoholic) were extremely tasty, and I'm on the fence as to whether or not I would return. Part of me is thinking maybe it was a one off; we were coming out of a snow storm this week, and maybe that threw things off for the staff in some way. Yet with so many great taco spots in this area and our own (we were an hr away from home), we just wouldn't think of returning here again. The mood for tacos hits us all the time tho so who knows...maybe we could return in the spring or summer to see if our experience would be better. read more

Love this taco place. I use inkind app to pay with it to get some deals. Probably one of the best taco places in Fallschurch.

It was pretty decent. They have a good happy hour. It wasn't too many people at the bar. However, the bar is small. I did not enjoy the Beria taco and the more flavor. The consume may lacked salt. But I would go back to try some of the other tacos. The Paloma I have was very good. read more

I came here on a Tuesday for tacos! The lines were not too long bc I came before the dinner rush. There is plenty of parking in the lot and this is located right next to an international grocery store. The food menu here is pretty simple. They also have a bar that has happy hour deals like $6 marg. I ended up ordering El pastor, carnitas, birria tacos, pulled pork, and the elote. The check in offer for Yelp is a free fountain drink. The el pastor meat was really salty but everything else was fine. The tacos were good but not something that really really stood out for me. Once you order, they'll give you a number which you put on a table you pick. They will bring your order to you. There is a hand washing station as well as a salad bar. The service here was great and I'll come back. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Food was a little on the pricey said for basically take out. Over $120 for a family of 4 with one appetizer the nachos (which were delicious). However, the meat was pretty dried out on the pork tacos and only seasoned a bit on the chicken ones. read more

Hours for happy hour were incorrect. Ends at 6pm not 7 pm. It is UNHAPPY hour for me.

I had to come back to share that this is worst guacamole I've ever had! I've had guac all over the world...even store bought guac is better than this. I didn't know you could mess up or butcher guacamole but it was basically barely ripe or perhaps teetering spoiled avocados and chunky tomatoes. Terrible, turned my stomach. read more

Taqueria Picoso - Birria taco - Mexican Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Some of the best and most varied tacos I have had in quite some time. Reasonable price; knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt service; good ambiance; and low-key location make this a choice venue for your next taco outing. read more

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The layout of the joint is a bit disorganized but makes do with the odd shaped interior. The outdoor eating was the superior place to bring your food and they have nice ambient lighting out there when it gets dark. What I got: Suadero taco - 3* it was pretty dry and the meat wasn't that impressive. I didn't realize there was a salsa bar until halfway through my taco and toppings definitely improved the rest of this meal. Guacamole and chips - 2* I was rather surprised how small the guacamole was and I didn't love the chips. And I'm pretty sure my guacamole is better tasting. Not worth the $9.50 Sonoran - 3* this sounded better on the menu. Overall rather underwhelming and the bacon didn't have any crunch to it. read more

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