A hole in the wall place but with large portions and delicious food. The staff is very welcoming.read more

After adventuring out into DC during the weekend, my partner and I wanted to grab some food close…read moreto the metro stops in Falls Church or Fairfax. I wasn't feeling up to the big chains and places I wanted to try seemed to close early. Luckily this place was open and I had been wanting to try it for a while. Definitely it let a hidden gem! There are some parking spots right in front, although not many. There is a decent amount of seating, but it would be tight if you had a large party. My partner did note that the bathrooms weren't that great. You immediately get served complementary chips and salsa. They were pretty basic, but not bad. We ordered the following: + Papusas (Pork and Cheese & Loroco and Cheese) - Decent, although I prefer the Loroco (an edible flower bud). + Pollo à la Primavera (chicken dish) - Yummy, especially the sauce which mixes well with their hot/spicy sauce too! I could do without the salad dressing. + Camarones con Calabeza (shrimp dish) - Same as above! Note they leave the tails on. + Natural Juices (Mango and Maranon) - So refreshing! I loved the Maranon (cashew apple) was a wonderful burst of tropical sweetness with a subtle nutty taste. I appreciate that for the pupusas they had the foresight to provide my partner and I two plates so we could sphere the papusas. The portion sizes of the entrees were great for the price. It did take a while for the staff to swing by so that we could get boxes and the check. Note that credit cards and mobile pay are accepted. I definitely wouldn't mind coming back again to try more items on their menu.

Delicious food, nice staff at the front and good prices. Lots of seating inside and at least a…read moretable outside. They also offer carry out. Lots Of Latino dishes to choose from but I went with guacamole and pupusas. All was delicious!!

First time trying pupusas. It was good. Although I love tamales, I did not like this tamale…read morefilling. The side salad was really good although I was surprised that I had to request salad dressing. The guacamole was really fresh. The service was quick and friendly, the restaurant was clean, and the price was really affordable. Inconsistency: The second time I visited, I purchased takeout for my family. The yuka dessert was smaller and overcooked/burnt.

Got carryout because we heard it was good. Not locals…read more Tried 5 different pupusas. Every kind was great. Came accompanied by cabbage slaw+tomato sauce to dip them in. Would be here a LOT if we lived here. PS Pretty big place inside/lots of booths/busy.

**Service:** The service was terrible. It took forever for our food to arrive, and the self-seating…read morearea was kind of dirty. Our waitress was more focused on flirting with another customer than checking on us, forcing us to flag down another waitress for assistance. **Food:** The food quality was awful. As someone from El Salvador, I've had many pupusas, but these were the worst. The dishes arrived cold, tasted old, and the cheese seemed spoiled. After informing the waitress and requesting a refund, we were denied. I paid the bill but felt compelled to mention how bad the food was.

These are the BEST PUPUSAS OF MY LIFE!! Also the restaurant is so cute on the inside. The outside…read moreis not cute but definitely give it a chance! Also the salmon platter was delicious and the fruit drinks pineapple and melon was the best!

We visited on a weekday morning around lunchtime and were glad they were still serving breakfast…read more The restaurant is somewhat small but the ambiance felt home-y and I liked that customers included regulars and those just checking out the place, like myself. Our waitress was nice and answered questions we had about different entrees. Given this is a Central American fare type of place, I stuck with a simple Latin breakfast:eggs, beans, plantains, sausage, and crema. It was very good but not spectacular. Overall, we were happy with the food and quality.

I had hand surgery and ordered take out for two week! OMG! This restaurant saved my hand, and my…read morewallet! Service is always quick with a smile, and attentive. Love the shrimp encreamadas, avocado salad, and margaritas. This "mom and pop" business is authentic, warm, and yummy!

Hole-in-the-wall Salvadorian restaurant with a large menu of authentic food and drinks…read more I came here for dinner on a Friday night with my fiancé, and we tried a number of dishes. Some dishes were better than others, but the highlight was definitely the pupusas. Cheap with solid portions Friendly and fast service

This is a hidden gem in this obscure shopping center and an area I don't normally drive through. I…read morewas using the Yelp surprise me feature and decided why not! I enjoyed how crispy the fries were and you need to ask for whatever that green sauce they have is! The sauce had a little kick, but made the food so much better. I was not a big fan of the beans, I rather have them less watery but everything else was great. I will be checking this place out again in the future.

I ordered a rice and chicken dish and was not pleased with the meal. For the price, the quality of…read morethe protein should have been better and the dish should have had some spices, and or vegetables. It was bland.

Es la segunda vez que compro pollo con tajadas y el pollo siempre lo dan crudo…read more Un plato que cuesta 16 dólares y me lo dan crudo. Pésima comida. No lo recomiendo

Maybe their popusas were good 3 years ago but I got a few bean and cheese and they were basically…read moreall bean with barely any cheese. Might as well been bean popusas. They were burnt and dry. The worst popusas I've ever had. Their salsa was salty too. I don't think I'll try anything else from here. Very disappointed

Atlacatl is one of the Latin restaurants that has lasted decades in the Arlington area for a good…read morereason. Solid menu choices and consistency. The staff are eager to please the customer. I visit here at least once per month for the homely atmosphere and good vibes.

As always great food and fast service. Great takeout spot! Would recommend to others.read more

This is a popular local place to eat south-of-the-border food. The kitchen does a good job. I…read morecannot speak to authenticity, but the food is very good and service is fast and friendly. Parking is a breeze in the large lot, and the oudoor seating is comfortable and appreciated. I think, however, that the stand-out piece is the delicious and ample margarita served in a strikingly beautiful glass.

I normally don't leave negative reviews, but I felt this experience was worth sharing…read more I found a long black hair cooked inside my pupusa from Margarita's Grill. The first time it happened, I chose not to leave a review the first time it happened because I understand mistakes happen. Instead, I decided to give them another chance. (This was months apart - maybe even a year) Unfortunately, when I ordered pupusas again, I found another long black hair cooked into my food. I called the restaurant and spoke with who I believe was the owner. He offered to make another pupusa, but I politely declined and asked for a refund instead. While he agreed to refund me, his response of "you can see how busy I am in here" came across as dismissive and not very apologetic. I ended up going back in person that same day, showed them the hair, and received my refund. Finding hair in my food twice is disappointing, but what really sealed it for me was how the situation was handled. Unfortunately, I won't be returning.