more like a 3.5ish. we enjoyed our meal at Chido's. we went mid afternoon and it was busy considering the off hours. the chips and salsa were good (salsa a little runny, but tasty). we started with empanadas, which were really done well. the dipping sauce they came with was delicious - almost like a pickled or fermented sauce with herbs and finely diced onion. wasn't for my husband but i couldn't get enough of it! i had a combo plate, and got a beef enchilada and beef chile relleno. the relleno was flavorful (i LOVE cilantro) and the enchilada was done well. very cheese heavy, but that's never a bad thing in my book. expect VERY big portions. my husband found an eggshell in his rellenos, which was a bit of a disappointment. while i enjoyed mine, he indicated they weren't prepared as he expected. i found the flavors right, but i'm not usually very picky. our waitress was attentive and the atmosphere was relaxed and not too overwhelming (it's a big restaurant, this might be different at night with a full house). overall decent experience! read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Came here with some friends. Open surface parking lot, free. We didn't have a reservation but it was easy enough to get a table (booth) for 6 on a Friday evening. Booth was comfortable. I didn't have much, but the table chips & salsa was good. We ended up sharing a pitcher of Cadillac Margarita ($63) and regular Mango Margarita ($50) since we were all getting marg's anyway. These were all more than enough to share between 4 people. The Mango was good, the Cadillac was strong! I ordered Shrimp Tacos ($16). I don't think they were on the menu, but they were provided. 3 Tacos with salsa, guacamole & lettuce on the side. It always came with a bowl of brown beans and yellow rice. Good. I was full after 1 taco. When it's someone's birthday, the staff comes out in almost like a full band. It was cute. We were all able to pay on separate checks. I and myself took on the full responsibility of purchasing the marg's for the group. Not sure if it was due to the size of our party, but gratuity was automatically added at 18% to my check. read more

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Came in with a party of 4 for Happy Hour. The tables in the HH section of the bar are extremely small and cannot accommodate drinks and food plates for four people. We asked to combine two tables for more space and were denied. Asked for a larger table in the main area but they do not accommodate Happy Hour in their main area. I've been to the Silver Spring location and I've never had an issue. Disappointed but it's fine, spending our money elsewhere. read more

LOVEEEEE CHIDOS DOWN. Amigos just shut down so me and my sister went to Chido's. Super busy of course because everyone had the same idea we did but we were seated in literally 6 mins! Drinks super strong, tacos super good as always. I ordered tres leches to go, forgot it on the table and went on a walk around the lake. I came back and they literally give me a fresh one. Chidos will always have my heart!! read more

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This is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants and when I used to live in Laurel, I would go here regularly. The food and the vibes are always on 1000 and they throw one of the best Cinco de Mayo events in Maryland. On this particular day, I had a light meal, but it was so delicious and the bartenders, because I sat in the bar area, were so sweet and attentive. I wouldn't change a thing about this place and make sure you check out the entire menu because everything is delicious. read more

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I'm a fan of the fried bronzino with plantain, beans and avocado salad. The fish was borderline of over cooked but made the cut. The beans have a little flavor as well. The servers are attentive and pleasant. The salsa tastes fresh with good flavor but has more juice than substance. It's a venue I recommend and continue to explore some of the popular options. read more

Apparently I'm new to the fact that Chido's has the vibes. I met up with some friends on a Saturday, and the place was packed. We had to wait about 30 min for a table, but it wasn't too bad after that. We shared a Frozen blackberry and regular Margarita pitcher which was surprisingly strong considering it was being split between 4 people (suggestion: you only need 1)! The frozen blackberry was definitely a hit! For dinner we had Salmon en Salsa Caribe and Carne Asada, while friends had Chicken Quesadilla & Ceviche - only complaint being the ceviche did not come with chips or something to scoop with. Everything was delicious and well-seasoned. The Salmon is def a fave and something to look forward to on a return visit. Overall the atmosphere is very lively, a great place to watch the games/fights or share a pitcher with friends read more

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I went here on 2 separate occasions. The first time Melanie took care of us. And she has the absolute best customer service I have had in a long time. She was very thorough and patient. The mariachi band playing for a party was nice music. The music overall was great. Food was great as well we got full off the free chips and salsa. The second time I came back I had another server but they were still very nice. The food was so good but again I got full on the chips and salsa haha. read more

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Here for a birthday celebration! We had a reservation and we were seated when most of our party arrived. We had a large party of maybe 20 people. We were seated outside. We ordered drinks and we ordered the tower with premium liquor. I want to say maybe 4 of us shared it and we at least got 2 cups out of it. I also had a frozen margarita. It was good and it's a creeper. It was sweet and you forget it's alcohol in it. Now let's get to the food! I ordered Carne Asada fajitas. They were so good the meat you could cut with a butter knife. It was seasoned to perfection. I literally tried everyone's food and everything was amazing. I will definitely come back and try different things. I want to try the fish. Can't wait to come back! read more

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As soon as you park in the lot you can smell the food. This place was pretty spacious and it was busy, but the service was really good. We were served chips and salsa as soon as we sat down. It was pretty good. For drinks we had the sangria and a pina colada. They were both really good but the pina colada was my favorite. For entres we had the carne asada and the mar y Tierra. Both came with rice and beans and tortillas. Everything was delicious! The beans were really good and the flour tortillas seem homemade and a great pairing with the meal. Overall food was flavorful and delicious, service was excellent. read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Carne Asada - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

It's decent TexMex, but we really wanted to do Happy Hour at the bar but it's way too small for the size of the restaurant and right to the left of the entrance which is kind of strange. It was absolutely packed. We ate in an enclosed patio type area which airy and nice. All in all it was not a bad experience and the service was really good. read more

Oh this place was an absolute treat! I'm a sucker for Tex-mex and authentic Mexican food, so this place was perfect. The Shredded chicken taco salad was exactly what I needed. Perfect ingredients and the shell was fried perfectly. Our server did well considering it was 12 of us. We sat on the patio and although there was a lot of people, we were sitting on top of each other. Love the virgin and alcoholic Mango margarita read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Chicken Taco Salad - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

If you're craving bold, smoky flavors, Chido's delivers in a big way. I ordered a mixed grill plate, and it was loaded with juicy, perfectly charred sausage and tender grilled chicken. Every bite had that flame-kissed taste you hope for but rarely get this right. The seasoning was on point, with just the right balance of spice and herbs. The margaritas are amazing here too! Add in some sautéed onions and peppers for that extra layer of flavor--it's the kind of plate that makes you want to lick it clean. If you haven't tried Chido's yet, you're seriously missing out on a hidden gem. read more

I absolutely love this Mexican spot. Celebrated my birthday here, which happens to be St. Patricks Day. They have a 3 for 15 special. I chose the crispy taco, beef enchilada and the seafood poblano pepper and it was the bomb. The quality of the food is superb. Their margaritas come in three sizes. Kinda like a small, medium, and large. I got the frozen medium-sized margarita and it was $15. It was served in a small water sized glass. It was okay. I have a high tolerance for alcohol. So, I like my drinks a little strong. Especially when I have my husband as the designated driver. He does not drink. Back to the subject, the first time that I ever came here, I got the large frozen sangria margarita and it did not disappoint. Since it was my birthday, the server sent over a group of people that work there, who sang "Happy Birthday" to me in Spanish and English while wearing a sombrero. It was a vibe. So fun. Check out Chidos in Laurel MD. Located off Route 1 Baltimore Avenue. You will not be disappointed. read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Happy birthday to me. March 17, 2024. Also, my birthday is on St. Patrick's Day - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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This place is a really spacious and a cozy location. Parking is ample and the food and vibe was great. I enjoyed the Lomo Saltado and salad, we were there to meet some friends and the environment was just right for a great conversation without any loud background noises. There was a birthday gathering that had the employees banging on loud pots and pans which was similar to a mariachi, but not quite as nice, a real mariachi singer and instruments would have been really good. I enjoyed the tender beef and sauce in the Lomo Saltado alot, would definitely be back to try some other goodies! read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Salmon salad - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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Chidos, Chidos, Chidos, an all time FAVORITE! I've been a loyal customer to Chidos for a few years now and can say 11/29/25 was my first time trying their brunch out. My mom and I decided to go and we can surely say we were NOT disappointed! The food had a great flavor to them, service was quick and easy, and the ambiance of the bar area, where we always sit at, is such a vibe and a fun time. I love being able to become personable with the bartenders and it's so fun connecting with them! Everything was so great and I can't wait to go back for their brunch again! Reasonable prices as well, 10/10! read more

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I LOVE Chidos! The food was very good! I got the chicken nachos along with a Pina Colada. The outdoor area of the restaurant is beautiful, the scenery is very nice. The server was very attentive and friendly! read more

Went here for happy hour with some great friends. The ambiance is warm, and festive. There is a large bar with comfortable seats. The happy hour menu is small but powerful. The 5 dollar margarita made me wonder if they knew they were giving money away. I mean that one frozen margarita (strawberry) was delicious and strong. The bartender kept the addictive chips and salsa coming and I ordered the flautas which took me back in time. They were delicious and I offered none to my friends lol Will be back for sure read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Fried flautas - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Can't believe this was my first time at Chido's. This will now be my go to for good Mexican food & Drinks as well as a food vibe. The restaurant is huge and has two sides to choose from. There's the bar area which is a bit small compared to the size of the restaurant, and then there's the main dining area which is huge. We sat in the main dining area since the bar was packed on a Thursday evening. They have different specials throughout the week and offer what looked to be a decent HH. The fajitas were two thumbs up and so were the margaritas. If it's two or more people I'd recommend getting a pitcher. read more

Great Food Great Service Even the bathrooms were spotless The drinks were over the top delicious. Will be returning read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Fried Ie Cream was sooooo good. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Ambiance... it definitely checks all the boxes for Tex-Mex, very nice decor, etc. it was toasty in the restaurant, I found myself sweating and ready to get to air. Mints to go were delicious! Service.... Very kind, friendly waitstaff and hostess... no concerns there Drinks.... No concerns there, we had a strawberry and mango margarita and they were very good, I could've ordered more Food.... I was very disappointed with the Fish tacos... they contained salmon but the salmon was not seasoned at all and the plate was very "wet" lots of juices all over and it made the plate look really gross in my opinion and I didn't like the juice that was all over the plate very messy! ( I must add they did not charge me for the tacos because I did not like them)... pic has one missing where I tried to enjoy, but couldn't. Steak and Eggs (brunch item).... Very small steak it was flank steak, eggs were made order but unseasoned. Overall 3/5 for steak and eggs. Overall... I would come again for drinks if in the area and chips and salsa, but not for food and definitely would not travel here again to try anything else. Although this does not concern me, a gentleman who sat behind me dropped $20 and the waitress was standing there picked it up when he walked past and ran to another employee to share and then she put in her pocket. read more

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Chido's grill is a spacious restaurant with plenty of seating and a well decorated interior. The workers were friendly, however they barely came to check up on our table throughout the night. I ordered the sample platter- the taquito and quesadilla were tasty, but the wings were so salty it was to the point it was inedible. For a big party, this is a great place to grab a meal and they also give a free appetizer of chips and salsa. read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Sample Platter - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

We arrived after 8pm on a Friday night. Parking lot was packed! We were told it would be a 20 minute wait for a table for two. I don't think we waited more than 10 minutes. After being seated, we were greeted by the server quickly for our drink order. Chips and a BOWL of salsa quickly followed (thank you. My husband never leaves me any salsa). I ordered a combination plate with a beef enchilada, chile relleno with beef, and a chicken tamale. My favorite was the enchilada... meat was tender (not ground) in a rich sauce. Tamale was least favorite. I like my cornmeal to have some texture. This almost looked like play dough. I didn't have room to try the rice and beans, but look forward to the leftovers. Extremely loud and very popular for birthdays. We saw at least six tables with servers singing. Service was attentive and friendly. It was nice to be back in the building after more than 20 years and find a new Mexican restaurant that is doing so well. We will be back! read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Border Combination 3: Beef Enchilada, Chicken Tamal, Chile Relleno Beef - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

I ordered take out from here and I liked their birria tacos and guac. I usually love having the Spanish rice and refried beans on the side at other Mexican restaurants but I can absolutely tell they use microwaveable minute rice. Very disappointed about that. If I wanted minute rice I would have made it at home. read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Birria taco, Side Refried Beans, Side Mexican Rice - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Chido's Tex-Mex is the spot! Amazing food, great service, and a chill vibe -- the tacos and margaritas are unbeatable. Perfect for a casual night out or a quick lunch with friends. Definitely coming back! read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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Happy hour isn't bad if you like margs but some of the prices didn't really give HH and I ended up ordering off the full menu anyways...decent tho read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - HH menu - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Love this Location! Today my family and I sat in the next patio seating that has a very beautiful view of Laurel Lakes. Our server Eva was so kind and sweet. The food is always on point here! I love that they have daily specials! Be sure to ask when you go in! read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Strawberry and Mango frozen Margherita - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

My go to place. Margaritas are always a hit. Chicken is always fried too hard for my liking here. The one in Silver Spring fries their chicken perfect. However the ambience here is awesome and service is typically good but the music is super loud, almost unbearable. They turn the music down when you play rap on the jukebox but they blast the music when it's Latino. That's an issue for me so I've scaled back on this spot because I've noticed that. But food and drinks are good. I was starving so I didn't get a picture of my hard chicken. read more

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We visited Chidos for Wednesday Margarita Day. It was our first time back since it used to be Don Pablo's. The staff made us feel welcome, and the lively atmosphere added to our experience. We tried the sampler platter, seafood soup, and, naturally, margaritas. The food tasted great and the drinks were enjoyable. We're looking forward to returning again. read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Sampler Platter - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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This is hands down one of the best Mexican places I've been to in quite a while. The staff was very friendly, but the food...the food was A few days ago, my family of four ordered cviche, calamari, shrimp quesadillas, the seafood burrito, seafood enchiladas, and the beef and pork tacos. There wasn't a single thing we didn't like. Everything was very flavorful, hot, and well prepared. This last part might not sound like a big deal, but because we drank so much we thought it would be a good idea to hit the restroom before heading out. IT WAS SPOTLESS!!! As a newly pregnant woman, I am very sensitive to smells and this passed the test with flying colors. I will definitely be back...maybe today! read more

Chido's stepped it up! I really enjoyed our last visit. I tried the enchiladas again and they were actually verryyyy good. Also, the basic cheese quesadilla? Slapped. Piña colada - very reasonablly priced and good. Butttt Chido's has the best service! Honestly, they are so sweet and so fast and so on too of it. They get you in and out but provide a great experience. The chips and salsa are great but the service is fantastic. Typical Tex-Mex vibe inside. read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Enchilada - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

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Whenever I'm in the area, I always make a point to stop by Chidos Mexican Restaurant and grab some food to go. The ceviche is my absolute favorite so far, fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared! The customer service here is just as great as the food, everyone is friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this spot for authentic Mexican cuisine! read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Ceviche Premium - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

*Updated Review* This place was my go-to over the last few years. Their outdoor seating options provided some relief during the pandemic. I've always enjoyed Margarita Wednesdays here. Hadn't been in quite some time, and recently, some friends wanted to meet up for Restaurant Week (the first ever in Laurel). The place was jam-packed on a Friday evening, but they were able to seat us! I wasn't starving and just wanted something small, so I just ordered off the regular menu. I got a chicken quesadilla with the green sauce on the side (love this sauce). I've gotten this many times, but this time, there was a bone that I almost choked on. Yuck! I was done! The margarita I got was very watered down and not what I remembered. They're opening a new location in downtown Slver Spring (not sure the exact date), but I'm willing to give it a try! read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

We went to celebrate my brother-in-law, nephew, and my daughter's birthdays here. The food was good. Although they did forget to put the sliced avocado on my chimichanga. Also I requested no onions and peppers in my dish because I recently found out that I'm allergic and I was not accommodated. One bite and I started itching. Luckily for me I carry allergy tablets in my purse specifically for this reason. This place is a Mexican party vibe especially with the Mariachi hats. I love how they sing "Happy Birthday" to the people celebrating. It's a good place to try out at least once. read more

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The food is DELICIOUS and the customer service is phenomenal. I enjoyed myself and highly recommend this place. TWO THUMBS NORTH! read more

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Attended CHidos lastnight on a Tuesday for happy hour with a colleague. I will always return on a Tuesday as it was refreshing the full happy hour list but also the Tuesday special which included 5 taco shells of your choice and 4 meats. The meats included chicken, chorizo, steak, and carnitas with pickled onions, cilantro, and raw onions with lime for that extra touch and salsa verde and the lovely mango habenero sauce all for $11. The portion was enough for me to have plenty to take home and I still had about 3 taco shells left. Such generous portions and the meat was seasoned well. I ordered two margaritas both of which were $5 will certainly return. I enjoy places that have both a daily happy hour and daily specials in addition too. read more

Chido's Tex-Mex Grill - Happy hour menu - Tex-Mex Near Me - Laurel, Maryland

Staying in town for business at a hotel down the street and I drove by this place a couple of times, never saw it NOT busy... so of course I gotta hit up the joint and see what they're serving up! I walked in on a Saturday about 6:30 PM and was immediately greeted by the hostess. This place is HUGE - and it was packed, so it was very loud inside. I asked if I could be seated on the patio, which they were only too happy to do and let me pick where I wanted to sit. If you're going for happy hour, the bar is to the left when you enter the restaurant, and the people there seemed to be having a great time. My server, Emily, was prompt and very friendly, and the obligatory chips and salsa arrived within two minutes of sitting down. She took my drink order and allowed me time to peruse the menu, which has all of your standard Tex-Mex favorites but a bit more elevated. You won't find a Speedy Gonzales on the menu here. The drinks are a little more expensive than you'd find at your average Mexican spot, as well. I went with one of my standby orders, the Tacos al Pastor, although the Lomo Saltados was calling out as well. I was expecting small portions given the price but I was surprised to see two platters arrive, one with the charro beans and rice, and another larger one with three HUGE tacos and an array of salsas to try. The tacos were juicy, full of tropical flavor and had a little twist with pickled red onions as opposed to the white onions you usually see. Everything was very tasty, and for under $30 a person you get a LOT of food. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area - but the patio is a must, as it's just too loud indoors. read more

Great food, great service and great atmosphere! I love it here, O'an the Cadillac Margarita mui bueno

We've been several times now. The parking lot is always full; which is a good sign. With that being said, we've never had to wait. The music is a little too loud for this 70+ year old, but bearable. The birthday parade is always fun to watch. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food is always delivered quick, hot and delicious. Our favorite appetizer is Seafood Soup; scallops, shrimp, mussels and clams in delicious saffron broth and a side of rice. My husband loves the Sampler Platter that includes steak nachos, chicken quesadillas, wings, beef taquito. It's served with sour cream, guacamole, pick de gallo and jalapeños. I love their Branzino, you get the entire fish with white rice, black beans and a house salad. You'll find something delicious on Chido's extensive menu and their prices don't break the bank. read more

The vibe here is always good. The service is just excellent. Food is always on point. Just come have a pleasant time at Chidos read more

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