Awesome! We happened upon it while looking for something tasty to eat. YELP came to the rescue and…read morewe went on it. The parking lot was crowded and the restaurant was too! Even though crowded, it was warm and welcoming. We got a seat quickly as we were greeted by the friendly host. We were greeted at the table by our server, Maybeline. She brought out water quickly, made some recommendations and came right back to take our order. We had the fajitas and birria, steak and shrimp tacos. They were all so flavorful, as were the black and pinto beans. Even the chips and salsa were delicious. All in all it was a great Friday find! Go check it out!

As a family, we have been to Helena's many times. The last few times we have gone we have noticed…read morethat the prices have consistently gone up over the past year or so and the food quality seems to be lacking. On our last visit, we got the chicken fajitas, and the grilled chicken was so flavorless, tough, and honestly, hard to eat. The chicken definitely needs to be marinated and seasoned, and it was neither. Queso often comes out lukewarm and overly thick. Birria tacos were good, per usual. Also, my husband and I have definitely questioned the amount of tequila that they are putting in the margaritas. We usually have one or two (and while not looking to get drunk lol) it definitely seems as if there is little tequila in these margaritas (especially if you buy a pitcher!). The margaritas taste like straight lime. Tequila has a flavor (which is one of the reasons why I love a margarita!).It is NOT present at all in the Kiki margaritas. Service is fine. Nothing spectacular. It honestly depends on who you get...some servers are clearly more attentive than others.

Excellent food excellent margs excellent service excellent vibes! Bathrooms could sue an update but…read moreI love the authenticity and classic vibe!!!

Overall, this restaurant was just okay. The outdoor seating was really nice, and the guacamole was…read moredefinitely the highlight of the meal. The service was friendly, but while I was waiting for the rest of my group to arrive, I was asked several times if I was ready to order, which made me feel a bit rushed. I also wasn't very impressed with the salsa--it lacked the flavor I was expecting. Overall, it was a pretty mediocre experience. Nothing was necessarily bad, but there wasn't enough to make me want to go out of my way to come back. Parking wasn't so bad, it was street parking and if anything you just have to walk one street over

Heyyy 10/10 if I…read morecould RATE higher!!! Found them while passing by, staying at the hotel near by, but looked on Groupon and seen they had a voucher for $13.50, you get $30 worth of food! We tipped of course and the FOOD/SERVICE: QUALITY!!!!! Original Mexican taste!! Original Mexican restaurant!! Parking lot packed, food is goooood!!! The wait time was literally 10-15 mins!! Amazing customer service! Sweet workers!! I'd come back!

I'd put sub ZERO if I could…read more Our first time at your restaurant today. We saw people give positive remarks about your food, and so as lovers of Mexican food and coming from the N.E. we were excited to try a new Mexican place! I'm not sure how you were given such good reviews because nothing was great about it. So disappointing on all fronts. The service was horrible - she didn't smile, she basically came up to the table and asked us what we wanted. Then when we said it was our first time and we needed some time to look, she walked off. No personality whatever throughout. The margharitas were so bland, full of juice and LUKE WARM - for 20.00 - that we ordered an extra shot - which she forgot until she stopped by 15 minutes AFTER our meal already came. The food was terrifically bland as heck. Nothing was seasoned well at all. We asked for the manager, and one said he was one of them. He was basically useless. He didn't apologize. He came back to our table and wanted to see if we wanted something else, this is after waiting forever for our first food. He didn't offer to take off anything, not that would allow - but it's called great customer service, which this place sorely also lacked. Then, clueless, asked if we wanted to wrap up our food that we did NOT like. The fajita was dry and hard - chx, steak, shrimp and over the top fried cod. No flavor in either rice or beans. Enchalada with chicken was so bland and boring. The sauce on top seemed like a tomato sauce from a can. Service/food/drinks were all bad. If that's the standard the people seemed to like around here, that's telling. Best part of the place, cold water. Amen to that.

A great unexpected find! We were looking for something to early Dinner places after a long day of…read moresightseeing and Dos Amigos didn't disappoint! The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Their service and good food made our day. Hope to come back again sometime soon on our next visit to Alexandria.

I generally don't post negative reviews because I know the food service industry is challenging…read more This isn't meant to be an attack on the restaurant, but I do want to share our experience. We arrived at 4:03 p.m. and left by 4:46 p.m. Our plan was to relax at the bar, enjoy happy hour margaritas, have appetizers, then dinner while watching the soccer match--a leisurely vacation evening. The hospitality, unfortunately, was lacking. Although our bartender wasn't rude, she seemed to be in a constant rush to get us to order, despite the restaurant being relatively quiet with only a few tables occupied. We even mentioned that we were hoping to enjoy a slow, relaxing evening, but we still felt hurried throughout our visit. The happy hour margaritas were very lime-forward with very little tequila. We switched to a regular menu margarita ("The Perfect"), but even that tasted weaker than expected. As tequila fans, we were disappointed. We also found the food to be far from authentic Tex-Mex. Having lived in San Antonio, I realize that's a high standard, but this didn't come close to what we expected. In the end, we asked for our food to go and left. We found another restaurant where we could relax and enjoy the kind of hospitality we had been looking for. I don't enjoy leaving critical reviews, but this was a disappointing experience, and unfortunately, I can't recommend it.

Good Tex-Mex food and a really nice atmosphere. Convenient corner location in DelRay, VA…read more The restaurant is bright and colorful and well lit, a fun place with good food. The owners/operators are very friendly and are local to Alexandria, VA. Had an adult birthday party there, it was a lot of fun! They brought out a big sombrero and sang

Food was fair on this trip but didn't wholly impress. Parking is street parking so you may have to…read morework around that. The service is good, and the setting is nice. Casual, comfortable, and nice. This time I tried the pollo saltado (the server recommended it) but found it to be average at best.

Hands down the best Guacamole in town... Maybe the State!!!…read more Great for the whole family and amazing staff!

Stephen, the bartender, was absolutely amazing and truly a hero to me on what was a very sensitive…read moreday. His kindness and attentiveness made my experience even more special. The food was delicious! I ordered two tacos one Carne Asada and one Carnitas and both were very good. The Carne Asada could have used a little more seasoning, but adding some salt, fresh lime, and hot sauce brought the flavor up perfectly. I visited on a Tuesday, when the tacos were only $4 each, and they were also offering happy hour drinks for $6. I ordered the on-the-rocks lime margarita, which was excellent. It's served from a premade batch, but it was still very refreshing and flavorful. I sat at the restaurant's bar, which was exceptionally clean. I didn't see any roaches, flies, or other cleanliness concerns, and even the air vents were clean and well-maintained. And the music? Absolutely on point! They had an amazing playlist playing throughout my visit. Overall, great food, great drinks, a clean environment, excellent music, and outstanding service from Stephen. I'd definitely come back!

I don't make it out to Alexandria too often, but since it was a halfway point between a friend and…read moreme, it worked out perfectly. My friend chose Don Taco because it's one of his favorite spots, and he kept raving about how great the tacos were. And because really, you can't go wrong with chips, salsa, and drinks for a quick happy hour. The salsa which is not pictured had a great smoky kick, the tacos were very flavorful, fresh and hot. The host and waitress were very sweet, kind and attentive. The atmosphere was pretty cool, nothing to complain about. A lot of space, we sat upstairs which I enjoyed. Unfortunately, this place isn't handicap accessible so if you're unable to walk 2 flights of stairs this wouldn't be the a great option. Thank you Don Taco Staff

I visited after my yoga party, and one thing I really appreciated was that they were able to…read moreaccommodate our large group at the last minute. We had the entire upstairs area to ourselves, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant was clean, and I loved the mini fans placed throughout the space--perfect if you're feeling a little too warm or have enjoyed a few drinks! As for the service, it was a bit hit-or-miss. The young lady who took our orders was pleasant, but it took quite a while for drinks to come out. There were also several missing items from people's orders, which caused some frustration since those items had been ordered well in advance. Now, onto the food--the real star of the experience! Everyone in our group enjoyed their meals and had great things to say. I ordered a salmon taco, which I actually saved and ate the next day for lunch, and it was still delicious. The queso, however, wasn't a favorite among our group. On the other hand, the chips and salsa were a hit. The mocktails were excellent, and everyone seemed to enjoy their cocktails as well. Despite a few service hiccups, the food, drinks, and atmosphere made for a great experience. I would definitely visit again.

This is officially my spot for Taco Tuesday. I've pretty much tried everything on the menu, sans…read morethe shellfish. Enchiladas, taco bowls, even tamales - well, honestly, I didn't quite enjoy the tamales. With the Modelo on tap and frozen margaritas, you will have the time of your life. There are happy hour specials and you can request to watch anything on one of the many TVs. The bartenders are great and the food comes out hot and fast.

Sometimes you find a hole-in-the-wall restaurant that's incredible...this wasn't it unfortunately…read more The food was mehh, service was fine. Don't need to go back when there are so many other good Mexican options in the area.

Really between 3 and 4 in ratings. Giving it a tad higher as it is a friendly neighborhood taco…read moreplace. First the food is a bit variable. Some dish is pretty good, like the empanadas. Some are less great like the breakfast burritos. Free salsa and chips are not only nice but also good. Paloma is also good. Service is friendly so nothing to complain about. Ambience is just a neighborhood taco place.

Stopped in after an afternoon exploring Olde Town, everything we had was fresh, bright and full of…read moreflavor. I love the Taco Card, we happened to go on Tuesday, and there was a taco special! Be warned, these are not measly unfilled shells - they are filled and bursting with flavors. I couldn't pick a favorite because they were all unique in their own way. Seasonal watermelon margaritas with a tajin rim was perfection on a warm Tuesday afternoon! Our server was fantastic, ensured we never needed for a thing. Only draw back, I don't live anywhere close and want more of that salsa!!

I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. I found it on the way to somewhere else and ended up…read morestopping here instead because I didn't want to go further with the heat. The service was great and quick! I ordered a fresh lemonade which came out in a margarita glass and it was sooo good! I would stop here again just for that. I ordered a sweet corn tamale which was a nice treat and the sour cream it came with must have had a touch of lime which took the appetizer to a new level for me. For food I ordered a chicken quesadilla which was pretty good. Not bad for a quick lunch. I also tried the fried ice cream. Not my favorite fried ice cream but it wasn't bad. I would definitely stop by again.

Very very shady business techniques. I was with a group of people and told the waiter that I'd…read morecover everyone in the group. He took my card for the entire time and I had to hunt him down to return my card. Some other lady ended up being our server. At the end I was charged an insane amount, when asking for an itemized receipt the lady got all weird and acted dumb, she attempted to show me another persons bill . Once I showed her my bank statement and the card number she refunded me the 40$ tip they pre added. Please beware and will be checking my bank statements due to the one waiter holding my card