Bandit Taco is the best Americanized Mexican fusion food in DC. It's meant as a complement for real. Lots of fusion places suck. Here it works pretty good. The Asian and Mexican spices go together. Good for lunch. If you're here at night it's good then. The tacos are good any time. Basically these are small bite sized ones. These are best ordered a few at a time. Pair these with a drink. They don't have alcohol so you have to get the next best thing. Here it's the limeade. It's $3 for a cup that's made fresh each day and has the right amount of sour and sweet. This goes good with any tacos. It's $4 for each. These are small so most people order several. Choose the protein. These come with beef, chicken, or tofu. It has a nice patio area. Of course come on Tuesdays. Tacos are on special at $2 and this place is hopping so be ready for a wait. read more

Bandit Taco - Lime Ade And Tofu Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I just left this establishment. Great customer service, efficient service and nice vibe. The low rating is for the toddler size tacos that I just paid $20 for. I ordered (4) and now I'm on the way to Qdoba to order tacos. Tacos are cheap and easy. How can anyone mess them up or try to cut corners. Tacos are just that tacos. Cheap eats etc. The flour tortillas were slightly bigger than 1/2 dollar coins or a McDonald's dollar menu sandwich bun's diameter. It's really sad. This place loads you up with lettuce, radish, purple cabbage, Scallions and the like. I damn near had an entire lime on my tray as well. The taste was so so with the exception of crispy shrimp. I wanted to go back and get a few but I decided no to. Why should I have to pay $4 + per baby taco and I can get three for $10 at chipotle, Qdoba and other places and eat until I'm satisfied. This place really disappointed me tonight. I won't be back. I'm still looking for the best fish tacos in DC. I don't mind spending this type of money or more for quality. Can someone please help me out? Thanks. read more

Bandit Taco - (4) so called Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We come here weekly. Everything is good. Favorites include the burritos, shrimp tacos, nachos with steak, street corn, queso or guacamole with chips. Sometimes your order gets a little mixed up. Limited seating. Service can be quick and the staff is very friendly. read more

I have taco earrings. The left earring is that of an actual taco, and the other one just says "Bout It." So that is what I'm bout to do: Taco Bout It. Sometimes, you're in the mood for a taco feast. Other times, you may just want a taco snack. When I ordered from Bandit, I was just in the mood for a taco snack and the trio of tacos I ordered was just what I needed. In terms of portion size, the tacos are on the smaller side but that worked out for me. I had eaten a large breakfast so my hunger pangs were a little confused. I ordered the Al Pastor, Crispy Shrimp, Baja Fish tacos. Of the three, I liked the Crispy Shrimp the most. The balance of the warm and crispy shrimp, with the cold sauce and crunchy vegetables really hit the spot. I really had no business ordering the Al Pastor (since I'm not the biggest pork person) but I was lured in my the pineapples and the prospect. It was tender so I think pork lovers might enjoy more than I did, but next time I'll just stick with the shrimp tacos. Overall, best to be mindful of portion size. If you've got a big appetite, you'll probably have to order a bit more to fill you up, but overall a tasty meal! read more

Bandit Taco - Al Pastor, Crispy Shrimp, Baja Fish Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food was tasty with the Crispy Shrimp and Al Pastor tacos being the standouts from the order. Both were flavorful and tasted extremely fresh. The Yuca was also good especially accompanied by the included sauces. The biggest disappointment was probably the street corn as it was cold and fairly small. The flavoring was good but it would have been better had it been grilled prior to serving. Service was great with it being quick and the ambiance of the outdoor seating is great for warm weather days! read more

Bandit Taco - Adobo Chicken Taco Al Pastor Taco Crispy Shrimp Taco - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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One of the last few affordable spots left in D.C. Finally I found an affordable place to sit and grab a bite to eat, that's all I'm asking for. I ordered the adobo chicken rice bowl and the chicken was, to my surprise, very flavorful. This is a great casual spot when you want something chill, flavorful and cheap. The outdoor seating tables are nice too. read more

I'm on a mission to find the best tacos in DC, and Bandit Taco is definitely in the running. Great tacos, friendly staff, and the food comes out super quick. The only thing missing is some beers or cocktails to wash everything down. But, I'll give them a pass since the food is that good. I walk by here pretty frequently and the smell of those corn tortillas, chips, and meats starts from halfway down the block. It's starting to get difficult to resist buying a taco every time I walk by. Keep in mind, this place is casual and no frills, so don't expect anything fancy or to be waited on. read more

Got a steak burrito but damn near a vegan burrito it had like 3 pieces of steak. Not great. read more

Bandit Taco - Skirt Steak Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been regularly ordering from Bandit Taco for at least 5 years now. To me, this is a hidden gem for DC takeout. The quality and prices have been super consistent. I don't know why I'd go to Chipotle or Dos Toros with this around. 5 stars for sure read more

A great place for a casual sit down, after work, mid week catchup or weekend dinner! Outdoor seating is limited but the food is absolutely amazing! The service and staff is so friendly and helpful I cannot recommend this place more. I ordered birria tacos and steak quesadillas and gobbled them up before I looked down, this place is such a great little spot, delicious food, fast and casual and a great place to hangout with friends or grab on the go! I will be coming back! read more

Bandit Taco - Birria Tacos (3 Tacos), steak quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Horrible service! Ended up cancelling meal. Notified order was ready. 13 mins later still not ready and they were not even working on it. Several people behind cash register doing nothing read more

While visiting DC from Los Angeles, my husband and I happen to stumble upon this taco spot and were blown away by how good the tacos were! When we first walked in, we didn't think much of the place, we honestly thought "oh no this might not have been a good idea," the place is small and unimpressive in esthetic but then we got our food...all the tacos we had were super flavorful and none of the meat was chewy. My husband had the crispy shrimp and said they were the best shrimp tacos he has ever had. If we ever find ourselves in DC again, we will definitely make sure to hit up this taco joint. read more

This just can't compare to most Mexican restaurants in Los Angeles. I was wandering the streets looking for lunch options when I stumbled across Bandit Tacos. It was a beautiful day, eating outside seemed like a very good idea. It was a great idea! The menu is displayed on the wall for your convenience. I ordered the breakfast burrito, which consisted of chorizo, eggs, cheese, sour cream, and pico de gallo. I also had an order of chips and salsa. The breakfast burrito would have been amazing, but sadly the big chucks of cold cheese ruined the entire burrito. Why didn't they put the burrito back on the grill to melt the dang cheese? Chips and salsa were okay, I think the salsa could have had more salt? It was missing something and all I really tasted was the jalapenos. I am curious to give their tacos a try if i'm ever back in the area during a future visit.... Prices are average for a typical Mexican restaurant. The space is quite large, with seating on both sides of the restaurant and additional seating outside on the patio. They have a very open space and layout, which makes it very bright inside. The restaurant and restrooms are very well maintained. I noticed how clean it was. read more

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Wow. Delish. Easy. Fast. And again dish. I typically hit up El Rey bit sorry i found my new taco spot on U St. hearty. Flavorful. Variety. Jus not liquor which im okay with. read more

Bandit Taco - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I am happy to report that the vegetarian tacos are yummy. I am always looking for good vegetarian tacos and I appreciate that there are 3 options and even one with actual protein (tofu). The tacos are piled high with the filling and garnishes and they do not disappoint. My carnivorous life partner really enjoyed the steak taco and adobo chicken and I enjoyed the mushroom taco and tofu taco. I have to come back and try a burrito. I might ask to put mushroom and tofu because both flavors were so good and would compliment each other nicely in a burrito. I'll be back. Prices are reasonable and the tacos were prepared quickly. read more

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Excellent food, service & ambiance! Quick & friendly service. Recommended! Thinking I don't need to add more characters here!!! read more

So good. Super easy to order online and in-person. They are very fast and efficient even when it's busy. I love the tofu, fish, and Korean beef tacos. As someone who can't eat pork, I appreciate all the unique flavor options. read more

A little expensive but worth it. Pros: -Quiet patio with ample seating, good for conversation -Really tender meats, super good food Cons: -They get really swamped with to-go orders, so it took around 30 mins -You have to get drinks in a glass bottle which gets expensive read more

Bandit Taco - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This taco place is either for bougie people or people who don't care about paying a premium for good food! The portions are small but the ingredients are quality and the flavors are all there! When I got my platter I intended to write a review about how expensive the food was and how small the portions were... and then I took my first bite. Can't wait to return and spend so much more money!! I ordered the fish taco and the shrimp taco and yucca. 10/10 read more

Bandit Taco - For size purposes. Tinnny but delicious and worth every penny. - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Birria quesadilla was fine. Burrito was extremely mediocre. Bandit taco is aptly named because you'll leave feeling robbed. Also a lot of bugs flying around outside. Make of that what you will. read more

Had a really terrible experience at this restaurant last weekend. My friend is allergic to black beans and we ordered a burrito and asked that they use pinto beans which they don't have. They misunderstand, definitely a language barrier OK but then they proceed to make the same thing three different times and on the third time they asked my friend to pay. Then they told us they would make one without black beans and made us wait for 20 minutes where we finally gave up and asked for them to refund us. Waited another 10 minutes when the manager finally came out and gave us a refund. No apology no discussion of what happened and why. Just really bad customer service. I'm never back here again. read more

TACO TUESDAY! I've had a few tacos that I just can't stop thinking about, ones that confuse me how good they are. These weren't quite that but they more than got the job done, and the green pineapple salsa verde was a delicious addition. I sat there telling my wife how they weren't knocking my socks off but it was the perfect satisfaction that I could enjoy every single day, especially for $2 each! They offer a rotating selection of three different tacos for the taco Tuesday special and for us it was mushroom (vegan friendly), chicken tinga, and carnitas. We will definitely be back to try some of the other meats and if you're looking to start celebrating taco Tuesday again this is one of the few spots that seem to have held true. read more

Bandit Taco - TACO TUESDAY $2 each rotating selection - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great for a quick bite. Had the Adobo Chicken Burrito and a side of Guac. My lunch partner had the Quesadilla and sweet plantains. Both excellent. Service was quick and very accommodating and helpful. Don't expect a lot from the decor. read more

Yummy, yummy, yummy! Shoutout to my future bro in law for putting me on to this place! Everything was good but the shrimp tacos stole the show! They were simply D E L I C I O U S! The shrimp were huge (which first of all is rare in itself) and seasoned to perfection. The slaw and sauce also complimented the shrimp as well. The steak and chicken burritos were very good too. They were a good size (you could definitely share one or have leftovers) and full of flavor. The queso and chips also did not disappoint. I would highly recommend this restaurant! read more

The yuca was really good, 5 stars. The yuca was fresh and not dried on the ends like other restaurants. They let you mix the tacos which is a huge plus. The meat was tender, but needed some seasoning. read more

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Meh. This place was fine. Food was ok, but they don't serve alcohol so don't expect a margarita. Atmosphere (around 8 PM) was busy and the restaurant was kinda gross and dirty. Not the worst but probably wouldn't return. read more

We just tried Bandit Taco for the first time, ordering the adobo chicken family meal for takeout. Wow!! We were so, so impressed. Every item - from the chicken to the salsas was made with TLC. Usually leftovers in our house are doomed to back of the fridge purgatory, but we were all calling dibs on the last of the Bandit Taco family meal. The kids thought the tiny tortillas were super cute, so the make your own mini tacos were fun for them, in addition to being delicious. Even the tortilla chips and rice were a 10/10. Our family has roots in Arizona, so our bar for Mexican food is high! Bandit Taco is our new go-to for family take out night. Thank you Bandit Taco for the A+ job!! read more

Stopped in for a late quick dinner and I'm so happy I found a fast casual Mexican place that's authentic but still has fun menu options! There is definitely something here for everyone: tacos, burritos, quesadillas, chips/salsa/queso you name it. And they've got a very long list of protein options: chicken tinga/adobo, steak, tofu, veggie, crispy shrimp, bulgogi, and the list goes on. The staff is so helpful! I was having a hard time deciding between a taco, burrito, or quesadilla and they said I definitely have to try the quesadilla. I'm so glad I did! The adobo chicken was very flavorful, and the quesadilla was nice and crispy (I can't stand a soggy quesadilla). It was definitely heavy on peppers, but they do ask at the counter if you want with peppers and onions or without. The quesadilla comes served with sour cream and pico de gallo. We also tried all the salsas, and my favorites were definitely the mild and hot. There is seating inside and plenty of tables outside as well. Definitely stop by and try Bandit Taco if you are in the area! read more

Bandit Taco - Adobo Chicken Quesdilla - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This was my first time ordering tacos for take out and I was impressed. I loved the tacos - particularly the shrimp and Korean beef. They were delicious. I preferred the shrimp because it was a flour tortilla. I definitely think that the flour taco was better than the corn taco. Can't wait to sit down and dine at this place! read more

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I ordered: * Pastor * Baja Fish * Korean Beef They were all very good and yummy. With tax it came to over $16 and these are on the smallish tortilla's, so I felt I could have eaten much more. I'd recommend this place but bang for the buck is why I didn't give it a full 5. read more

I really enjoyed my meal! It came out really quick and was delicious. Will definitely be back! read more

Bandit Taco - Al Pastor Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is my first yelp rating. Best salsa I've had in my life and I'm from Texas. Very spicy, perfect salty, idk just perfect.

The tacos, burritos and quesadillas are delicious. The service is friendly and helpful. And our meals were reasonably priced

Stopped by while in the area for a quick lunch. The "crispy" shrimp tacos weren't that crispy. It probably was due to the enormous amount of cabbage slaw. Another thing I didn't like was there were only 2 shrimp on each taco. The flavor was good but could have been better for the price. For 3 tacos, guacamole and a bottle of Coke it was $24, definitely not worth the price. However the guacamole was pretty read more

Bandit Taco - Crust Shrimp and Baja Fish Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great tacos. Reasonable prices, nice staff. It's a great spot to grab a quick bite. Nice little indoor seating area and some cute picnic tables outside. It's never been too busy when I've been. read more

I've given this place multiple chances because I wanted it to be a go-to neighborhood spot, however I've never had a takeout order that doesn't have something wrong with it including finding hairs in my food twice. read more

The prices are reasonable, the food tastes good, and it's usually ready VERY quickly. Recommended.

Bandit Taco is the latest attempt to offer Washington, D.C. decent Mexican food...Well, fusion Mexican food at least. They are a small taco shop in between Dupont Circle and Adams Morgan that serves tacos inspired by Asian flare (hence the Korean beef tacos). I went here on a Monday right at 11:30AM when they open for lunch. I was the first person there and the only person to dine there between 11:30-12:30PM. I ordered two Korean beef tacos and Mexican street corn. The tacos come on two smallish corn tortillas with a generous portion of whatever filling you order. The street corn is corn on the cob with white sauce that I'm pretty sure is straight up mayo (just how I like it). The food is good, but still not compared to any Mexican food experience south of the Mississippi (why can't DC master this?!). The staff are friendly and even brought their three sauces to my table. They have guacamole sauce (which is a lighter version of guac), a medium salsa, and a hot salsa. The tacos are flavorful and good, but not out of this world. My Mexican street corn was good. One of the best in DC, but nothing like found in Texas or Mexico itself. If you need a taco fix, it's worth visiting to taste for yourself. read more

Great tacos with a variety of options! I got the carnitas, al pastor, and fish tacos. The fish taco was by far the best one - definitely a must-try and something I'd go back for! The al pastor wasn't bad, but I found it to be a bit dry, so I would say the carnitas is the better pork option. The price is reasonable but the tacos are also tiny - I ate three and was decently full but I probably could have eaten four or five comfortably. They did have pretty good deals for Taco Tuesday though, with select tacos being only $2.50. read more

Though I was sad to see Yamas go, I was really excited to see Bandit Taco finally replacing it. I went during their soft opening, and though they had only been open a day or two, they seemed to have their act together! The service was friendly and quick, preparing each of my tacos and side fresh. I tried the al pastor, Korean beef, and fish, with a side of yuca fries. The fish was my favorite, but they all were very tasty. I'm happy to have them in the neighborhood and hope they stick around awhile! read more

Bandit Taco - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia