10/10 The food was really amazing, it was some of the best tacos I've ever had! The service was the best, Emily was an amazing server and she gave us free complementary guacamole! The ambiance was great and I really loved the vibe the restaurant gave. read more

10/10 review, our server Emily was amazing and the service was incredible. The tables were clean and the food was delicious! Best tacos I have ever had! Emily even gave us TWO free guacamole dips for our table on her. We will be sure to come back soon! #tacobarlife read more

I was meeting 2 friends that I hadn't seen in sometime so we all decided on Bartaco. What stood out to me as we were leaving the restaurant was...what a fabulous "experience" we had. I got to thinking on the way home what made it feel extra special...The food was great, the surroundings, noise level was good but what kept standing out to me was our server Emily. Because we had different requirements (vegetarian, meat lover, gluton free) it was such a pleasure to have someone REALLY know the menu. We had no idea what to order and didn't want to spend 15 min figuring it all out. Emily was able to give us an excellent description of each item, what was good to share, what sides were included, how many we should order for the table etc. She had that special talent that so few staff seem to have now...she knew not to be overbearing but at the same time, check in frequently to see how we liked our orders. Her demeanor and presence set the tone for the lunch. I can't wait to go back as the food was so fresh and tasty with a wide variety of offerings but I think we may check to see if Emily is there before we head over! She had the ingredients that all servers should exhibit! Congrats to the management for finding her! read more

Based on my previous review, I really liked management's response, so I wanted to give it a new try. So food. Still fusion but much less sweet this time The price point has gotten better since they didn't reissue the prices too much over the years. I'm not a big fan of ordering with QR code but the give you the option and I can see how that can keep prices low. The service has gotten much much better. Also, although tube seen the later "party side" of the establishment. The early crowd is very family friendly. In fact they give a great activity book and just not a coloring sheet. They gave us free salsa as a par of their 10th anniversary special and I was actually impressed! The guacamole, ceviche, steak taco, and elote were pretty good. The non alcoholic drinks were also very affordable. Kids chicken and quesadillas were also very good options. I'm impressed with the changes they've made in service, price, and taste. I will be back. read more

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Emily was a great waitress as she was very accommodating for my friend and I's first time here! She recommended some pretty good tacos such at the crispy oyster which I tried and loved. It's kinda like a bite with a burst of the ocean a bit but very flavorful. I ended up getting a second one! The duck taco was very soft and tender. The sesame ribeye was good with the kimchi topping which balanced well. The ahi tuna taco however was a bit too florally fragrant for me so I didn't enjoy it as much. We went on a Thursday night and it was pretty busy! We got to sit near the outdoor seats which was great for the weather however the restaurant itself was way too dark to even see what we were ordering... read more

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Reasonably priced tacos and a good place to stop while in Mosaic district. Some of the tacos lacked spice/flavor. I like the matchbooks they have up front. The wait was really long on a Saturday night which is fine but we kept getting told unrealistic times. First, it was 30 minutes, then it was definitely no more than 15 minutes, and it took longer than that. I would come back for drinks because the menu looked extensive. read more

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I'm a huge fan of bar taco! I've never tried their rice bowls, but oh my gosh, the pork belly one is so good. The crispy rice is my favorite. And the salad pairs perfectly with the pork belly and adds the right amount of spice. 10 out of 10 I'm coming back for that bowl! read more

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Caught up with a friend over drinks and bites at BarTaco. We were instantly drawn in by the sign out front advertising "Rainy Day Margaritas"--yes, please. Straight to the bar we went. The staff couldn't have been friendlier or more attentive. We shared a few small plates: the corn dip, a pork tamale, and a chicken taco. Heads up: the verde salsa packs a punch, so spice-sensitive folks, proceed with caution! read more

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decided to try this spot as i was visiting virginia for the weekend and saw this spot was popular near me. I decided to order take out as i had a long day. Ordered around 8:50pm, said expected to be finished around 9:20pm. 30 minutes totally understandable. I get there around 9:30, i totally understand it was a saturday night, people go out and service can get more difficult to handle due to the amount of people there. I only ordered 5 tacos, the person doing the takeout orders said 2-3 minutes ( they were finishing up supposedly). 20 minutes go by, still no order packed for me. I understand it's packed. 10:15 STILL NO ORDER. I was truly becoming frustrated as i purposely did takeout to be quick and simple. I received my order realizing none of the takeout sauces were even in the bag that i requested for. I had to go back in as i read reviews their sauce was great. Maybe my expectations are too high but these were truly not great tacos. I started eating 5-10 minutes after picking it up. The tortilla were absolutely destroyed and falling apart. The carne asada was insanely dry and had no flavor. Chicken was super dry and tasted like it had no seasonings. I hate to be harsh on a establishment, i understand some days are stressful but i couldn't help but realize there was quite a bit of servers but there was only one guy finishing up the tacos with the garnishes like onions and cilantro ( based by photo there was basically none btw) definitely need improvements with service and working as a team. Maybe try coming on a weekday, possibly receiving better food and service. read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Good service although the waitress asked us to order and pay through the QR code menu when you first sit down. It felt like I was ordering take out since we had almost no interaction with the waitress. Fish taco: probably my fav. Light and crispy batter. Pork belly: sweet and savory with a little kick Rib eye: shredded rib eye with pickled veggies. This was my least favorite and just okay overall. read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Top to bottom: rib eye, pork belly, fish - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Service: We were seated outside since it was a nice day and the host recommended it. It was a really nice day and felt nice. I don't think the server introduced herself/gave a name and started talking about the QR code. Drinks and food were sent and received at a reasonable pace. Our second order of tacos was given to another table and that was corrected quickly when the other table got their order of tacos. Drinks/Food: The aqua frescas were delicious! That first sip of sour and the rest is sweet. :) Ice water is available to drink in their cute bar taco glasses. Our appetizer was the poke nachos. I thought it was interesting they just gave us the large tortilla chips. But it was a great sensory experience during the meal to make my own chips! The poke dip was seasoned well and wasn't salty. For tacos, we tried the: Ribeye, duck, porkbelly, baja, shrimp lime. They were all pretty standard tacos, but the top tacos for me was the pork belly and the baja taco. Deliciousssss. I think the next time I will just get an order of those two lol. We both loved the pork belly so much we ordered again. I also ordered the churros..it was too hard to resist :) So easy to eat and the vanilla sauce was great, not many restaurants serve vanilla sauce! Did not leave hungry. read more

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I love this restaurant! It has such a cool vibe and the food is just so yummy! Our server was super attentive, even though you do order on your phone, and I really appreciated that! You still get the super friendly service even though you can order much faster. Every time I try to order a new taco and I have never been disappointed! Even their non taco dishes are soooo delicious read more

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Shout out to Dave the manager for making my bartaco visit feel special. He took the time to chat with me because he overheard me say I moved away and no longer have Bartaco anywhere near me. The food and service here is always great but today, him coming to chat about my loyalty to come back anytime I'm in town made me feel like he cares about his diners and the bartaco brand. As always these pork belly tacos are A+. I can't wait for my next visit back to VA. read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Pork belly tacos - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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This is the place!! Ambient, vibey, clean, so much attention to detail, and DELISH food! We came here spontaneously for lunch and had the best service. We were sat on the patio, which is the perfect spot, given a fully coloring book and crayons for our toddler, plus a kid's cup of water, which was so nice considering this place definitely doesn't look like they would cater so much to children. We ordered some drinks and tacos, and all were AMAZING! I loved the pork belly and the carnitas The tacos ARE small, they recommend ordering 3-5 per person, but even at that we still felt like this was a very reasonably priced spot given the location and decor. We also ordered some of their fresh pressed juices which were the most amazing and refreshing addition to our tacos! Everything is well labeled on their menu for Gluten Free and other dietary restrictions which was so nice for my GF/DF husband! This place felt like you could just kick back and be taken care of - as parents we like that! Definitely want to come back again soon!! read more

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We came in around 930 after our Musepaint bar session and were seated right away! I've never had a bad experience at bartaco. I remember the first time this place opened, they'd give you a card with a pencil that you'd fill out what kind of taco you want, and now you can sit down and order as much as you want through your phone, and even close out on it too. Scary times for the future lol but it was cool to see as it was very efficient In my opinion there is no bad taco on the menu read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Trio Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I love the tacos at Bar Taco! They added a summer special which included a lobster taco and a steak taco and both were delicious. The size of the tacos are perfect because you can try multiple types in one sitting but they are a little pricey for the amount of food. Love the ambiance and the staff here, everyone is so friendly and helpful read more

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Went for a double date on a Monday afternoon, the restaurant has fun light vibes with their open concept to the outdoor patio seating. We arrived in time for Happy hour but was dissatisfied to learn its only applied at the bar and not at the tables, nonetheless we were able to still order and just bring over our drinks & food to our table. The drinks were refreshing and the small bites were delicious but very small. Legit just a small bite not enough to share. The tacos themselves are small too but pack alot of taste! They are expensive for their size but its freshness and flavor i believe make up for it. The service is through a QR code so we didnt really interact with our server but they were friendly. Would probably go back as its a fun little stop read more

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We've been to Bartaco a few times now, and overall it's a great spot. The atmosphere is definitely one of the highlights--really laid back, fun, and a good place to hang out whether you're with friends or just grabbing a casual meal. That said, our most recent visit was a little hit or miss. The tacos ended up being much spicier than expected, and it kind of overpowered the flavors, which wasn't really my thing. I've enjoyed the food more on previous visits, so I'm hoping it was just an off night. Still, the vibe and overall experience keep us coming back. Definitely worth checking out, just maybe double-check the spice level if that's not your thing! read more

This place just gets better and better! The staff is always very kind and accommodating. They don't take reservations but you can join the waitlist. They've got a great outdoor patio with a view of Mosaic plaza (space heaters too). My favorite dishes to order are the pork belly tacos (crispy and not fatty or chewy), guac and elote (mixed it's delicious tbh!), the green salad, spicy cucumbers, and Baja fish taco. Ending with the churros is a great finale as well:) read more

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Having just arrived from the airport, we were looking for a spot nearby to grab lunch. Boy, did we choose well! Bartaco has the ambiance, the food and the service to make this a five star restaurant. Looking for a cocktail or a mocktail? No problem! They've got you covered with freshly squeezed juices and finely crushed ice. We had the recommended pork belly taco at my with a few others - all were amazing. Vegetarian? No worries! The brussel sprouts taco is to die for. Not in the mood for tacos? Bet! Try one of the many amazing crispy rice bowls. The ahi tuna bowl was beyond delicious. Our waitress was so attentive and David, the manager, even comped a dessert for us! This place is so cute and the vibes are immaculate. read more

Bartaco Mosaic - bartaco is amazing! - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

We ate here on Monday, and the food was amazing. But more impressive was the service! We have a newborn and a toddler, so it can be difficult to go out to eat sometimes, but the servers were so kind and accommodating. They brought our toddler a highchair, sippy cup with straw, and a Bluey coloring book with crayons that they let her keep - she was thrilled! We had a great experience and will be back again. read more

This was my first visit to this location. I've walked by it many times every time I came to Mosaic District. We originally started off at Ted's Bulletin, and ended up here. There is plenty of seating at the bar as well as tables. We chose to sit at the bar for a more casual feel. They have a nice food menu consisting of chips/sauces, tacos, etc. For anyone who hasn't been here, they usually provide customers a paper where you check off whichever Taco you want and include any customization . I don't necessarily have a favorite taco, but tend to order whatever I'm in the mood for that day. I tried a couple different tacos: glazed pork belly and seared chorizo. They had a drink line up of margaritas for the month, but I asked if they can make a Jalapeño margarita and they did :) My friends were feeling adventurous and selected different ones from the line up. I wish I took pictures of everything, but we were just so engrossed in our conversation. There is parking across the restaurants, either street parking or the parking garage attached to Target. Would I return? Definitely when i'm in the area! read more

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I was having a rough day & popped in for some food after a movie. Had some great tacos & tasty cocktails (chicken verde & oyster tacos w/ anejo old fashioned). My bartender was awesome, super chill & helpful with recommendations. Would definitely go back next time I'm in town! read more

Very cool concept ! I loved the ambiance of this place. From the indoors to the outdoors. Customer service was good, but it is so neat to order from your phone and pay from your phone. The ease of it is amazing. Tacos were pretty good. I had a chicken (pollo), shrimp (camarón), and tried the duck (pato) too. I can't wait to go back to try more. I also had the key lime pie which was served in a mason jar. It was not too sweet or tart. read more

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Had a late lunch here on Monday to enjoy the weather before some storms were predicted to come through and definitely enjoyed everything. We sat on the patio and tried the appetizer platter, a few different tacos and the duck birria. I enjoyed the plaintains and the oyster taco the most ! & the green margarita was tasty as well. They don't have sour cream for tacos but did have a creamy sauce that comes with the plantains and on the oyster taco as well. I'm old fashioned so we did just order with our waitress but there is an option to just write food orders down and the waitress takes them similar to how I order sushi at most restaurants. Our waitress was very nice as well and Mosaic is always a nice area to relax and family friendly . read more

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Bartaco is a solid place that you can rely on if you don't know where you want to eat. It's a decent price point, there's plenty of seating, and it's just a good time. The menu has options for everybody and there are seasonal items alongside yearlong options. You order on your phone after scanning a QR code on the table so you don't really interact with any of the staff. This time around I ordered the baja fish, seared chorizo, and glazed pork belly tacos for an after work dinner with friends. Fish tacos are my go to at most taco places and this one is great! It's crispy and refreshing when compared to the other options available, not spicy like it says on the menu. The seared chorizo is pretty good but it's a little difficult to eat because the pieces are cut small. I would highly recommend the glazed pork! The pork is soft, a little sweet, and bite-sized. It's topped with pickled onions which balance them really well. All the tacos here are on the small side, but you have a tab until the end of your meal so you can keep ordering if you want. read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Amazing food!! Loved every single tacos I tried. I did not have any room for their churros but definitely will try next time. The service and ambiance are perfect too. Also kid friendly :) read more

I always love the tacos at Bartaco! I almost always get the glazed pork belly taco from here, and it is so delicious. The pork is super sweet, fatty, and crispy, and the pickled onions are perfect. However, I will say the tacos are quite expensive, especially considering how small they are, and they are a little bit inconsistently made. Sometimes the pork is on the tougher side. Along with the tacos, I ordered the esquites, which were very good as well. They were super creamy, and they had a nice acidity to them. We ordered the guac + verde + roja as well, which was good. I tried the Pina colada, which was tasty, but I have also never had a pina colada before so I am not sure how it compares to others. I have also tried the fish taco in the past, and it is super solid. Some other people ordered them this time and said they were great. I hadn't eaten at the restaurant in a while (I usually pick up from here). The service was really good, better than I remembered. The restaurant is super spacious and has outdoor seating. I definitely recommend trying this place out! read more

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Stopped by here most recently for a mini-meal consisting of 1 Spicy Chicken taco, 1 Glazed Pork Belly, and 1 corn on the cob - Mexican Street Corn. We also ordered the Ceviche, chips, fresh guacamole, and salsa. And a few other tacos! Yummm! We were seated outside on the patio within about 5 minutes on a weekend evening. Service was pretty good. Our waiter had a fantastic personality and made sure we enjoyed ourselves. Atmosphere is cool, edgy, relaxing vibes. Highly recommend! read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

It's nice to pop into this space late at night after a long day at work. It's truly a perfect venue to give your taste buds a wonderful experience, and your mind a relaxing ambience to rest in. I thought the whole experience from ordering to closing out the bill was super nice all being digital. Flavors I never thought of combining together provided an absolutely stellar journey through the universe of authentic and elegance. This isn't just any taco experience, this is a trip into another dimension. You won't regret going here. read more

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Last night, I had a nightmare that Bar Taco had closed. I woke up so, so relieved that it was only a dream. Don't ever scare me like that, Bar Taco. Clearly, my subconscious cannot live without your perfect baja fish tacos, exquisite Palomas, and no-wait QR code service. See you in my dreams! read more

Great tacos! We get our lunch delivered from here weekly- it's delicious and everything is always hot when it arrives!

Food was amazing. Been here at least 4 times recently due to family in the hospital. Service was great the first time. The last couple average. read more

Actually my all time favorite restaurant. I've been to this location about 10 times. Everything I've tried on the menu is amazing. I am absolutely addicted to their pork belly tacos. The glaze is incredible and the pork is super crispy. They have a QR code you can scan to start your tab and they get your food to you SO quickly. I am always extremely satisfied with the food and service and the vibes are always great when I'm here! read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Glazed Pork Belly Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

4 stars for the tacos and food. After living in California for 8 years, I've had trouble finding tacos in DC for the past 3 years. This place is top 3 so I had to leave a review before the new year as a thank you! We didn't make a reservation and just sat at the bar. Drinks were good, nothing special but did the job! Staff was great. It felt pretty casual. I would come back again specifically for the tacos!!! This definitely wouldn't be a trendy date spot in my opinion. More like tacos with friends, or meeting someone casual to catch up. I'll be back for tacos I'm sure. read more

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After getting recommendations for the best margaritas in town, I decided to try bar taco's spicy margarita for my first postpartum drink after 10 months. It was delicious and well blended. The tacos however, were disappointingly small and overpriced. Each one was 2 bites and though tasty didn't justify the price. I would definitely come back for the drinks but would skip the food next time. Service was prompt and we were well attended to. The ambiance is upscale casual with a nautical theme, which is nice for a date night or get together with friends read more

Bartaco Mosaic - Spicy margarita - Tacos Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Nice taco place in Mosaic district. I love the glaze pork tacos! You order from the QR code and the food will be delivered to your table. Less interaction with the staff. I visited this place a few times and food quality has been consistently good! I highly recommend you to try this place if you are in the area. Good vibe and good food! read more

Enjoyable place to grab some food if you're at Mosaic. There was a wait for a table on a Saturday afternoon(I assume due to low staffing since they had empty tables) so we sat at the bar without a wait. The food here is fresh and tasty. The spicy cucumber salad was tasty and had a little heat but nothing overwhelming. The plantains were also enjoyable. The chips with guacamole and red/green salsa were also tasty and better than most places. The tacos here are tasty but small for the price. I had three since they're only a couple bites and they recommend 3-5 tacos a person. The chile lime shrimp was best followed by the sesame ribeye then the mushroom but I'd recommend them all. Drinks are solid here as well. The spicy margarita had some heat and didn't have a too sweet flavor like some regular margs suffer from. I can vouch the ingredients are fresh since I saw the poor bartender having to squeeze dozens of limes in a hand press. Service at the bar was fast and friendly. This place is a little pricey since tacos are $3-4 each and on the small side but they also have other options. Overall, I enjoyed my meal here and will be back again. read more

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Bartaco is like going to a tropical beach restaurant while shopping at the Mosaic Center. I can't understand how we haven't been here before. We were greeted by a very attentive host who took us to our table and explained how to order and what to expect. Or waiter was equally helpful. The food was fine and the atmosphere was great. read more

My sons favorite taco place! Quick and easy with quality food. The food comes out fast and I love the fact you can pay from the app so no waiting for the check if you don't want to, definitely a plus when eating out with kids! read more

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