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    4.9 (15 reviews)
    Closed • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Green (verdes) Chilaquiles
    Aimee G.

    Really glad we stopped in. It's always great to find a small local spot that clearly cares about both food and hospitality. Service was warm, welcoming, and attentive, and the space has an easy neighborhood café feel. The menu is Latin-inspired, with chilaquiles offered on weekends. They typically serve both red and green, though only green was available during our visit. I usually prefer red, but these were excellent. Bright, balanced flavors and chips that held their texture well. I ordered mine with eggs over medium and avocado, and appreciated the variety of protein options. The chorizo breakfast burrito was another standout and one of the better breakfast burritos we've had in the DMV. Simple, high-quality ingredients executed well. The house-made aguas frescas are worth trying. The jamaica was refreshing and nicely balanced. I also tried the café horchata latte. I expected more cinnamon-horchata flavor, but it was still a solid latte. Seating is limited, with only a few indoor tables and some bar seating, though patio seating appears available in warmer months. Overall, a spot we'll happily return to, especially for weekend brunch

    Interior with some small tables and a bar seating. There is also outdoor seating.
    Olivia S.

    Cafecito is brewing up something special with the perfect blend of coffee culture, flavorful Latin-inspired bites, and a whole lot of heart! The menu at Cafecito is full of fresh, flavorful options. The latte was strong and my caprese toast was perfectly toasted open-faced piled with ripe tomatoes and mozzarella. They have different avocado toasts and egg sandwiches, and pastries to choose from! The staff at Cafecito are incredibly warm and welcoming, whether you order online for a quick pick-up or step up to the counter. I ordered to-go and it was perfectly packaged - box and bag with handles. It has a small, cozy vibe that feels instantly inviting--think three snug tables with comfy chairs, a sunny bar counter by the window perfect for people-watching, and a few charming outdoor seats.

    Some Lattes
    Gerardo S.

    A good fresh coffee is always an amazing way to start your day and adding a flavorful mexican breakfast with a sweet home taste... mmm!! You have to try the chilaquiles

    Cold brew, cookie butter oat latte, and concha
    Rachel W.

    The food was incredible, everyone working was so friendly, and the inside was super cozy and cute. We sat outside on their patio and enjoyed our coffee, concha, and (not pictured) the burrito breakfast. We loved everything and will be back!

    Aster T.

    Tucked away in a neighborhood behind a MOM's, parking is available on the street and there may be a parking garage as well. The interior is super cute, with a few tables if you want to enjoy your coffee/food there. I had the breakfast burrito and horchata latte--both were fantastic! 10/10 would recommend.

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    3.7(652 reviews)
    0.4 mi•Rosslyn
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    I arrived as a party of three on a Saturday night and was quickly seated. We quickly got salsa and…read morechips to start and our orders in. Overall, service was quick. Ambiance felt authentic and casual. Queso Dip 3/5 Decent amount of queso. The cheese reminded me of bowling allergy nachos or movie nacho cheese. I'm not particularly a fan of that style but you might be. Taconazo 5/5 Absolutely delicious. I'm a big taco fan and the variety is such a bonus. My favorites were the grilled steak, grilled chicken, and al pastor. All three of these meats were very flavorful and tender. This was my first fish taco and I definitely plan on having more in the future because of this! The carnitas were also good but a bit dry-- still flavorful though! All tacos were huge portions and definitely filled me up. They had simple toppings but complimented the meats well. Would definitely recommend!

    OVERALL: authentic mexican food (as someone who grew up with it) plus of course other dishes for…read morethe masses. 100% worth it FOOD: amazing! Not many places can do mole so when I saw it on the menu I knew I had to try it. It was 100% spot on and not from a bottle. The flavors took me to Mexico! I also had the taco platter which is so filling and delicious. Tacos are made just right. The guac comes in a small portion but so good. The first time I had the salsa it was towards the end of the night and it was watered down but when I came back the salsa was perfect! This is my go to place in Arlington for Mexican food. The house marg in passionfruit is a must try! SERVICE: the team is quick and funny. Very welcoming and knowledgeable about the food. Great service! VENUE: very cute traditional decor with lots of unique art on the wall. It's very homey and there is ample seating inside. They also have patio space out front.

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    El Centro - Tacos Griegos - Not available at the 14th Street location.  Delicious!

    El Centro

    3.3(1.4k reviews)
    1.4 mi•Georgetown
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    Came for lunch while exploring Georgetown. Had the chicken tacos and guacamole. They also have a…read morebottomless brunch on the weekends. Both dishes were great. The guacamole tasted fresh and the chips were warm when they arrived to the table. You get three tacos with the plate as well as a side of Mexican rice and beans. Service was fast, and polite. The inside has two floors. We sat upstairs where there is an indoor bar portion and an open patio. Would recommend and would return if I'm in the mood for solid tacos.

    I work down the street from here, and actually found out about it as I was perusing different…read morerestaurants to check out for Restaurant Week. I liked their menu and wanted to give it a try. I got there shortly after they opened up and it was pretty empty. I got a seat right by the door, and had a view of the street and watched as the restaurant began to fill up. Lots of college kids came in as the evening went on and it seemed like a popular restaurant. I thought my server was very good. He checked in regularly and had a lot of tables he was responsible for. For my meal, I started with Queso Fundido and that was probably my favorite. The cheese was really hot and very delicious. It also came with three types of salsa on the side (a salsa verde, a chili salsa, and a third one I'm not sure what it was). I did like the chili one. The flour tortillas were very hot and fresh. I enjoyed it. For my entree, I had the Achiote Hanger Steak Fajitas. This was my least favorite part of the meal. I had asked the waiter if they were good and he told me he always recommends it. I didn't mind the sides that came with it. The rice and beans were pretty good and I liked the guacamole. What I didn't like was the actual steak. It was very tough and hard to bite into. What was weird is it was completely red in the middle so I believe it was medium to medium rare, but the steak wasn't tender at all. It also wasn't very seasoned and the peppers and onions under it just seemed to be sitting in oil. I did ask for salt and pepper, but even with it, I didn't like it. I ended up not finishing the meal. Finally, I had ordered the corn cheesecake as a dessert. I now realize they sent out churros instead, but I guess I wasn't paying attention until after the fact.The churros were OK. I would have preferred more chocolate sauce on mine. I wish I would have spoken up because I was actually looking forward to trying the cheesecake. For me the food was ok, and not spectacular. I'd be willing to try out something else and come back to at least try their cheesecake, but if I never returned that'd be fine with me too.

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    Vuelve a la Vida Tacos, with grilled octopus, shrimp, chorizo and tomatillo salsa.

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    Chocolate Cigars! Made on site and served with espresso ice cream (not shown). Awesome!

    Tacos Los Primos

    Tacos Los Primos

    4.8(87 reviews)
    0.4 mi•Rosslyn
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    Very popular lunchtime food truck. My family decided to stop here and enjoy the shaded Park and the…read moregood food that's served at this location. I don't have a food review. There was no vegan options and bc I need to lower my cholesterol numbers. I can't even enjoy a quesadilla right now. Maybe I'll try one in September after lab work.

    I recently moved from Kent Island, MD to Arlington and I've slowly been checking out local food…read morespots to fill the a void I have with some places I miss back home. One such place was a Mexican place as my old fav Mexican place on Kent Island (Señors Chile) had great but extremely greasy birria tacos. So you can imagine my surprise when I stumbled upon this food truck that read "Tacos Los Primos". The spot made me curious. So I went to visit a friend who lives in walking distance from the spot for lunch recently. She ordered the veggie burrito and I ordered (pic below) Quesabirria tacos (no onion). When we got back I was WOW'd by not only how yummy my food was but how it wasn't oozing with grease! The consume that comes with for dipping is just enough for me personally and bursting with flavor. As you'd expect from most food trucks the service is made to order. When you go up to the counter and tell them what you want they make it fresh! The truck is parked on Rhoside Green Park (sandwiched between Courthouse and Rosslyn) so if you live in either neighborhood it's easy to access from walking distance. And since it's near an Arlington green space there's usually some seating nearby you can pop a squat and eat lunch. Given spring time is approaching this seems more doable. Just yesterday I was driving by to visit the same friend and saw a long line for this place! Most people in Arlington know how great this spot is, it is a terribly kept secret! Can't comment much on how long the line was busted as I went during a time when it was windy (but warm) and it was mid day. When I drove by it was pushing dinner time past 7pm. I love the food here! But since I live closer to the storefront location in Lyon Park I usually end up ordering food from there (review on that location is coming soon)! If you like authentic Mexican food that's fresh and delicious, you'll enjoy this spot!

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