Excellent service and an amazing owner! Love coming here and the tacos are the best! Genuinely such a joy the atmosphere is hype and fun

An Exceptional Dining Experience at BIG PAPI- Wow, what a fantastic location! I absolutely fell in love by the incredible food, vibrant atmosphere, and amazing service. To begin, I ordered the 8oz guacamole with freshly made crispy tortilla chips. For my main course, I sampled from the single taco selection: the Birria, Smash Burger, Chorizo, and Carnitas tacos. Each taco was a masterpiece, featuring a crispy tortilla that appeared to be dipped in a savory sauce. The portions offered a perfect balance, packed with compact flavors. I MUST highlight the Loaded Fries with Steak--they arrived perfectly crispy and were generously topped with steak and a delicious secret sauce. Of course, I had to try the Flamin' Hot Elote Loco in a cup. Unlike many places where the corn lacks freshness, Big Papi's elote was unmistakably fresh and utterly delicious. For dessert, the hot, crispy churros were the perfect sweet finale. A special thank you to Jorge and Edward for their exceptional service. Their attentiveness and warmth truly elevated the experience. As a huge sauce enthusiast, I deeply appreciated the wide variety available. I LOVE IT WHEN I GO TO BIG PAPI, I ONLY LIKE IT WHEN MY TACOS COME REAL SAUCY. Thank you so much to the entire team for an excellent dining experience. I cannot wait to return! read more

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Recently got an order of 3 soy chorizo tacos from Big Papi's and I'm a little conflicted. First the flavor is great and would recommend for vegetarians and vegans to get it. I'm suprised that Big Papi's isn't pushing this protein more because it's something the other taco places in the area are offering. While the flavor is great, the portion size isn't and for 15$ it makes it tough to recommend. I dont want to compare it to other taco places in the area but with so many around, I have to. Other places, its a bit of a challenge to finish 3 tacos with the toppings and at Big Papi's I finished the 3 and felt like I could still eat more. So while the portion size was good, it didn't beat out other places. Lastly there were two sauces included but I wasn't sure what they're base was an if they were vegan or not. Either an explanation or note what the sauces are would be helpful for those that order this option. read more

I have to say this place was very MID. All the workers super friendly and greeted us as we walked in. After ordering, we went to find a table. Pretty much all the tables had either crumbs or salsa all over them. We opted to sit by the windows as it was the only clean area. The food - Both of our drinks were very much WATERED down. Not worth $5. Like my pineapple juice gave more water than anything. My girlfriend lemonade also tasted like water. - my girlfriend enjoyed her chicken tinga tacos - she said packed with flavor! - I really liked the surf and turf taco it was delicious in flavor - i would reorder this - smash burger was just okay - it's literally a patty with minimal lettuce and onions, with big pieces of pickles. I wouldn't get it again - guac and chips - guac had minimal flavor idk i like to taste more than just avocado like some lime or cilantro Overall, you probably wouldn't catch me here again. read more

I think this place is average! I think if you are craving tacos then it will get the job done but its kinda pricey for the size of the tacos. I ordered the carnitas and chorizo and both meats were quite dry. It tasted better once you dip it into the consomme. I enjoyed how the tortilla was cripsy. I think the birria grilled cheese sandwich was definitely better than the tacos but it felt a little too oily/greasy towards the end of the meal. read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Carnitas and chorizo tacos - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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Great fast-casual spot! I got the rockfish taco and the shrimp taco -- both were really flavorful. I ended up liking the rockfish taco a bit more just because it had more toppings and felt a little more loaded. The staff was super friendly, and they had a great playlist going, a mix of rap and R&B that my friends and I really enjoyed. Overall, definitely worth a visit! read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Rockfish taco and shrimp taco - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Oh yea this spot is fire!!!! The food is really good. I was heading to Regal Rockville theater to see Wicked with my friends and we decided to eat here first real quick. We decided to order our food online even though we were dining in. The service was great - we let them know what we ordered and our names and they brought our food to our table. I ordered the birria grilled cheese and I am still thinking about it. It was SO SO good. Right when we were leaving the chef and the guy at the register also checked in the check in if we enjoyed the food. The spot is cute and vibey. Perfect for late afternoon, evening bites after a long day in Rockville town center and the birria grilled cheese the best thing on the menu FOR ME. However I will 1000% be back next time I go to the movies to try other stuff on the menu! read more

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Food is delicious. Ample portions and comfortable seating. Service was excellent and wait time minimal. I would recommend turning down volume on either the music or the flatscreen TV as it is difficult to enjoy both at the same time. read more

Amazing place for tacos/ birria in the area. Got the birria pizza and honestly it was large enough to feed a family. It was so delicious me and my party of 3 almost finished it in one go. They do not skimp on the portions here The service is quick, friendly and the restaurant is in a great area with lots of things to do near by. Would recommend! read more

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Went with the bae the other day, and this food was fire!!!! I'm still thinking about it. I got Birria tacos (usually stick with pastor but they were out) and I ate them in silence because they were THAT good. I'm looking forward to coming again and eating well. Def recommend. Ambience was great as there was music playing but it wasn't overwhelming and I was able to enjoy the space even while tired. Service was nice as we were greeted and we ordered through the kiosk which was quick and efficient. read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Birria tacos - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Hey friends! I met my family here for dinner to catch up. We were in the mood for fast casual. Big Papi's is a fast causal spots offering traditional Hispanic dishes. We ordered Surf and Turf Tacos($18) and Birria Pizza($25). I enjoyed the Surf and Turf tacos, they were flavorful and the proteins were cooked perfectly. My cousin enjoyed the Birria Pizza. To me, the birria was overcooked and lacked that intense birria flavor. Customer service was amazing! We were greeted warmly and the cashier came over to joke with us while we dined in. There's plenty of tables available for dine in. There are a few TVs as well. No free parking available, paid garage or street parking. I'll definitely be back for those Surf and Turf Tacos. Hope you enjoy! read more

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The birria tacos are good. Crunchy shell, moist tender meat and hearty consomé broth. Sauces were still included. Restaurant is tad bit on the more expensive side. Wish they were cheaper. About $16 for three birria tacos with consomé. However my birria didn't come with the consomé at first, I had to ask for it which was weird... It was labeled in my order yet they didn't put it on my tray. So make sure to double check they don't forget it if you get this. Esquites was also a bit watery or on the blander side? Could be a tad better maybe. Aesthetic is good overall. Two self order kiosks. The loud pop reggaeton music was a vibe. I liked it. Might be back again to give the non birria tacos a try. read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Esquites - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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Best vegan tacos in Maryland. No competition. So thankful they opened up in Rockville so I can get this meal regularly. In Montgomery County there are many taco options but there are very few vegan options. At Big Papi's they have a vegan taco on the menu that is clearly labeled and needs no modifications to avoid animal products. Also, their vegan meat is made from tofu, tempeh, and lentils. It is so rare to find a business that crafts a plant-based protein in-house rather than using Impossible, Beyond Meat, or Gardein. The tortilla for the taco was so flavorful and a little crispy. The vegan protein had an amazing meaty texture. It was hearty and had some chew to it. The two salsas on the side added the right amount of heat. Each lime slide added the citrus this taco needed. And the cucumber slice on each taco was the best way to cool down your mouth after enjoying so much flavor. When it is your first visit you can join the Rewards program and get $5 off your first order. I highly recommend stopping in and taking advantage of that incentive. One taco order is all you need to get hooked! I am so excited to continue to build up points at Big Papi's Tacos. It would be cool if they could increase their vegan offerings. But this one meal is enough reason for me to stop by regularly. This business also is family friendly. They have plenty of highchairs and seating options for families. Looking forward to bringing my husband and daughter with me next time. read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Vegan tacos - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Let me start by saying that I cannot wait to try more menu items! I had 3 carne asada tacos and the nachos and everything was so good and fresh. The perfect flavors and when I finished I definitely wanted more. lol. Quick and friendly service with an easy ordering system. I like places like this so I don't get overwhelmed. The overall appearance of the place is cute and colorful with lots of neon lights. The music is a vibe and the bathrooms were clean. I enjoyed my visit and will be back. read more

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New to the neighborhood! Nice vibe inside. Good music, but a little loud for conversation when I was there for lunch yesterday. Got five tacos, beans, rice, the consommé, the Esquite Loco and chips/guac. Everything was delicious. The chip bag was greasy (like 5-Guy's fries bag greasy), but other than that the chips were crisp, not greasy and tasty. The guac was smooth and the small (they have two sizes) portion was plenty for two of us to share. Each of the tacos was good, with my favorite being the carne asada. The weakest for me was the shrimp. The consommé wasn't necessary to enjoy any of the tacos, but I will say that the consommé did provide a little something - not spice, not salt, but a nice complement. The tacos also come with a green sauce that was spicy and a nice complement. I enjoyed the Esquite Loco, although my partner did not. I think there was too much cojita cheese or maybe mayo in it for them. The rice and beans also were good and, again, a decent portion for the price of the side. Service: its counter service and the order was filled promptly. I asked for black beans and got pinto beans by mistake. The pintos were good actually. I asked for a spoon and the worker apologized that they don't have spoons. Then I looked in my bag, and there was a spoon there. So, be careful and double check your order. I like the place very much and will be back. It looked like other diners were enjoying the food and the vibe. read more

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On a dark and chilly Rockville evening, we found ourselves at Big Papi's getting some flavor. We started with the loaded chicken nachos, and there were more toppings (and chicken) than nachos, in a very good way - plenty of stuff to carry with each nacho. Then the tacos - crispy tortillas (I think they're fried in oil), with lots of flavorful ingredients. My favorite was the shrimp tacos. The rockfish tacos came in close second (the fish were fried, so the tortillas were not - nice balance). In general, plenty of meat with lots of bright and fresh fillings to balance out the oils in the fried tortillas. If it's taco Tuesday, get to Big Papi's for some really good tacos! Friendly folks in a fun atmosphere, you'll be glad you stopped in! read more

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Although I ordered online for pickup, it was a striking atmosphere when I first walked in. You got the reggaeton music playing, employees greet you with a smile, and the decor of the establishment is so welcoming, very modern. I ordered the steak bowl and the seasoning of the steak was so delicious I can't even describe it. Decent portion & I would def come back to try their walking taco. read more

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I did not enjoy my meal as much as my anticipation would allow. I went in and ordered chips and queso, and 3 tacos (chicken, birria and one steak). Because of where I live, I decided to eat my food while it was fresh. Well... The queso was great. However, my chips were super hard and stale. Every last one of them. I even tried shaking the bag up and pulling from the bottom in hopes that I would find fresher chips. I didn't. I ended up tossing the entire bag out. I was furious!!! I guess I needed to ask for the birria dip because my taco did not come with it. The chicken was seasoned well but something was off. The steak was ok. I was super disappointed. I should have known not to try it cause the place was completely empty at 7 pm except for the workers and the group of 3 patrons there. However, it had great reviews from what I saw. I didn't take pictures of anything bc I pretty much threw it all out. Maybe it was on off night but I definitely was excited until I tried to enjoy my chips. That may have been what set off the chain reaction of my experience. Pros: the staff were super nice and very personable, which I appreciated. The establishment was also very clean, which is a plus as well! read more

Greeted as soon as I came in! Very great atmosphere with Hispanic music. The inside is modern, with lots of seating. Parking was a little challenging if you don't know how to parallel park, but side parking, and public parking is available depending how long you stay. Two hours is $8 on a Saturday. Great place, I found it on TikTok! The food is good, and is warm, the horchata is to die for. read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Cheeto corn - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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Went here after a hike with 2 friends. It was pretty good. Pros- It is a great vibe in here. They were playing good music that we enjoyed and had the game on!! I would recommend the Horchata & the Fish tacos most definitely!! Churros was the best thing we had. One of my friend ordered more to go. Good and fresh. The service was good as well. My friends liked their food. The only cons are my friends said their food was not really hot for it to just have come out. The cheese was melted but the meat was hot warm enough. And the amount of tajin in the elote was over powering. I was not expecting that much. Still good but noted for next time to get little or no tajin. We did get the chips and salsa and none of us like it. The chips were very hard close to stale and the salsa taste like pace picante sauce. A hard no for all of us. Overall decent. Will return to try more things. read more

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We drove 40 minutes to try this out after reading yelp reviews and were extremely disappointed. Arrived at 3:00 on a Monday but it almost appeared closed. Staff were nowhere in sight. They were out of a lot of items presented on their web site- no horchata, strawberry juice. No chips and salsa. Definitely bummed. Birria taco was decently good at least. read more

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Oscar took great care of me and my friends after our track meet. He made sure our food came out perfect and that we were comfortable the whole time. Everything was delicious and made just right. Thank you, Oscar, for the awesome service! read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Steak fries - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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One of the best tacos I've ever had! Super delicious and perfectly seasoned! Would definitely recommend!

The Carne asada fries 10/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I mean they put it in their name that the tacos were going to be good. I'm not sure why you are doubting, but when you get there let me know if you disagree. Since I was there before you I can tell you that you're going to love it. We got our food fast and we didn't have any complaints. I will be back next time I am in the area, I don't live close enough to come here regularly that's probably good for them because I think they would be tired of seeing me, plus I'd be trying to talk them into giving me some kind of a punch card for the frequency of my visits. read more

So happy this spot is in Town Square! My son and I stopped by for lunch on a Sunday and absolutely loved it. You order at a screen, which makes it super easy to customize everything. I got the chicken tinga tacos and two shrimp tacos, with added peppers and guacamole. My son had a quesadilla, and we shared a side of chips and salsa. I'm from California, so I have high standards when it comes to tacos and salsa, but this place delivered. The sliced cucumber on the tacos was unexpected but really good. Both the red salsa with the chips and the green salsa with the tacos were flavorful and actually had a kick! My son loved his quesadilla (it was huge, we took some home). Highly recommend checking this place out. We'll definitely be back. read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Chicken tinga and shrimp tacos with peppers and guacamole! - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Big Papi's Tacos has recently opened up in the Rockville Town Square, taking over what was once Domoishi. Currently in their soft opening stage, they are offering a limited menu. We tried: +Flamin' Cup - prepared with corn, white queso, and Hot Cheetos +the 3X Birria Rolls with a side of consommé Menu items will eventually include the rest of their extensive list, such as various tacos, wings, pizzas, ramen, etc. Staff were friendly and welcoming! Metered street and garage parking available. +soft opening stage +limited menu +friendly service read more

Waited thirty minutes for a simple walking taco. Only one old woman working and the service was terrible. The cleanliness is horrid as all the tables were sticky and no staff was wiping down anything. So many other taco places that just do it better read more

Oscar helped us with our order and explained the menus very thoroughly! Rhina also helped us explaining all Selections of beverages and dietary changes in the menus read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

We stopped by this new spot on a whim, and wow--what a find! We tried a mix of dishes--ramen, nachos, tacos, and a quesadilla--and everything was seriously good. The ramen was rich and comforting, with a flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles. The nachos were layered just right--crispy, cheesy, and topped with fresh I ingredients. The tacos were bursting with flavor (we'll definitely be back to try more varieties), and the quesadilla was golden, gooey, and just the right amount of indulgent. It's rare to find a place that nails such a variety of dishes across different cuisines, but they've done it. Great food, good vibes, and definitely worth a return visit. Service was friendly and the music made it just perfect. read more

The tacos were small and had minimal toppings, My wife got the vegan chorizo taco and the only thing in the taco was the chorizo in little balls. Overpriced. read more

Food was greasy and overpriced. Not flavorful. Doesn't taste authentic either. The place is nice. I gather that's because it's fairly new. I dined in and my order took forever to come out. There was one person cooking and one person handling orders and the front. read more

I eat a lotta of tacos from all over Maryland this by far one of if not the best on the Maryland side of the dmv def recommend I will say this they lil expensive but totally worth it read more

Once they sorted out our lost dine-in order, we sat down to eat. The tacos were very tasty. We weren't expecting a hard shell but it was delicious. The only reason for one less star is because we had the best tacos ever in Arizona earlier this year. The music was so loud we couldn't hear each other at the same table. read more

BEST PLACE IN ROCKVILLE TC EVER. By far the best vibes service not to mention food in the area. This solos little miner taco so hard. Workers are so nice. The horchata is so delicious. Price is super reasonable. I tried this place out for the first time 2 weeks ago and I've gone 3 times since. Cali burrito is massive and amazing. Also the grilled cheese with birria is great. Couldn't recommend this place more for people to try. read more

Really flavorful food, and lots of options in the menu. the burrito is big. The interior is clean and has a cool Miami kind of vibe, there's lots of light from all the windows. It's self service at the counter but the staff always seem nice/responsive read more

Quick and friendly service from employees. Foods so great you got to try it. It mouth watering good. My order was inexpensive too. My quesadilla was big and tasty. I will most definitely come and try the Tacos. I'm so excited to have such a great place near a metro stop. The interior was pretty too. read more

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Id give this restaurant 4 stars. The menu offers a good mix of options, and the dishes I tried were fresh and well seasoned. The staff were courteous and kept things moving smoothly, even when it got busy. I liked the casual, cozy vibe of the place it felt easy to relax and enjoy the meal. Id return to explore more of the menu next time. read more

Bomb birria Carne asada tacos & a killer carne asada grill cheese! 10/10!!! I LOVE IT WHEN YOU CALL ME BIG PAPIIII read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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Very friendly staff the food is awesome. It's good to hang out with her by yourself or with friends and/or family, coworkers, etc.. yes, I remember everyone not only people live in Rockville, but other people live in the DC areaor if you visiting the DC area, this is a place for it whether you like tacos, wings, fries, etc. Come on down to BIG PAPI's Tacos you will not be disappointed read more

Big Papi's - Real - Good - Tacos - Good food, french fries and wings - Tacos Near Me - Rockville, Maryland