First of all, the tacos were amazing. They have such a wide variety. Our group had the following…read moretacos, and all of them were outstanding. Shrimp, pork belly, roasted duck, and Baja fish tacos. We also had the plantains which were very delicious and the gelato had a beautiful texture and taste. Above all was the service. We felt welcome, people were so kind, especially the manager and our server Wyatt. We love the ambience and vibe of the restaurant. Great for date night, friends, or even family dinner with teens. Even though we were there until closing time other 11 PM. They were friendly and did not rush us at all. If you were looking for a great place to eat in Washington DC near the Penn Quarter, I highly recommend Bartaco.

First time ordering from Bartaco. Decided to go in and place a takeout order of two rice bowls,…read morechips and guacamole. The service was very friendly. The hostess greeted me and asked if I'd ever been to the restaurant before. She directed me to the back counter where I was able to review the menu and place my order. The server at this register was also very nice. I liked the texture of the rice bowls and everything was cooked well. However, the portions for everything were smaller than I expected for the price. Bartaco offers items with mushrooms, falafel, and cauliflower. However I think it would be great if they could offer something with tofu as there is not a protein option for vegans. The chips and guacamole were decent but nothing special. Interesting that the chips come as large pieces instead of as individual chips. I'd maybe stop in again if I was nearby but I'm not sure I'm eager to return.

Mexican street food spot in MVT. Pretty good selection of street tacos to choose from including…read moresome interesting ones like duck and crispy oyster. Also some vegetarian options like cauliflower and roasted brussels. The carne asada, baja fish, and pork belly were the favorites of the table. Drinks were quite good - strong sangria and the passion fruit Oaxaca margarita was perfect. Lastly the churros with a scoop of vanilla ice tea was the perfect way to end our meal. Definitely worth it. Ask for extra condensed milk if that's something you like.

I came here for happy hour with a friend and we sat at the bar. The service was great, and the…read morerestaurant had a really nice vibe -- relaxed but lively. I ordered the tuna tartare with crispy rice and the Mexican shrimp cocktail. The shrimp cocktail was a bit smaller than I expected, and I think the tartare was served with brown rice, which wasn't my favorite, but the fish in both dishes was really fresh and flavorful. I also had a cocktail (can't remember the name, but it had tequila!) that I really enjoyed. Overall, I'd definitely come back to try their tacos since that's what they're known for. It seems like a great spot for casual drinks and bites with friends.

Sol is what Chipotle aspires to be. Same ordering format, but significantly better flavor!read more

Stopped by this place for a quick bite. Fish taco was $5+. Flavor was ok and fish was a bit oily…read more Also had the chorizo taco but meat seemed over cooked and tough. Very casual place, seating located on second floor. Good for a quick snack if you're in the area.

We sat at the bar and it was the best decision. We were so well taken care of! Dlena is one of…read morethose places that makes dinner feel special. It's a great place to go with friends, date night or solo. It's very intimate, dark and cozy. We came for the steak which was amazing but the star of the show for me was the branzino. I loved the sauces on the fish -the red side was my favorite. I was also super shocked at how good the carrots were! They were sweet and savory perfection. The crab guacamole was also delicious. Everything was so good! Can't wait for my next visit.

I finally crossed dLena off my "to go" list and must say that it lived up to the hype for me…read more So, we came here to celebrate a friend's birthdate and everyone agreed that this was a great selection. The timing of our visit also worked out perfectly, as it was still Restaurant Week. I started off with the Tamarindo Margarita, which was a great start. The drink was not too sweet with the perfect mix of tamarind. For my appetizer, I then had the Empanadas de Wagu, which was absolutely delicious. The flavors in this dish were everything. My only critique was that my empanadas weren't brought out hot, they were actually lukewarm. Despite the temperature, these empanadas were bussin! For my main course, I had the Seafood Enchiladas. The pairing of all the flavors, spices, sauces, and meat was perfect, offering a unique, delectable taste that I look forward to having again the next time I visit. For my dessert, I had the Creamy Corn Cake which I thoroughly enjoyed. The service was good, though it started off giving the impression that it may be a little rocky, which turned out not to be the case. The ambiance of dLena was cute with intimate vibes. Overall, we had a great experience and I will definitely be back.

Some of the best tacos I've had anywhere. Made to order, the tortillas held up and kept these…read moredelicious veggie tacos intact. I had the sweet potato and a squash variety and both were delicious. They do have a chicken option but I was really looking for a fresh, light, plant-based lunch and this was perfect. It does take a few extra minutes to get high-quality food - totally worth the wait. Also, the store is beautiful and it feels good to pause for a minute and enjoy the space. Can't wait to go back.

This is a very cute, hip eatery that specializes in veggie tacos…read more Now I admit; I love me some pork belly tacos, or pretty much anything with meat in it. But hold on - they have a roster that will leave you full, even if you are a self-professed carnivore. I got a trio of different options and loved every one of them. The prices are reasonable (for this area) as well. I also like the space. It was bright and spacious, with almost an independent coffee shop vibe. If I needed to telework, I could see myself hanging here (but eating tacos instead of sipping lattes). Put away any misconceptions about 'vegan' and try it.

Amazing restaurant…read more The location is great and the vibe and energy in the restaurant is great. The employees were so kind and very attentive. Prices were good. The food was amazing. 5 stars. My girlfriend loved her burrito de asada. It was so full of flavor and tender asada. I loved my enchiladas de mole. The mole sauce was perfect. The rice and beans were great also. Finally the gorditos de asada was generational. Not only were they filled with great tasting asada and grilled veggies, but the plain Gordito literally brought me back to my abuelas gorditos she would make me growing up. Brought me to tears. I definitely plan to visit this location anytime I'm in DC.

This place hit the spot, even toddler approved! We ordered take out and it was prepared pretty…read morequickly. The menu is quite extensive, it took us longer to decide on what we wanted. I got the nachos, my husband got tacos, and we got a chicken quesadilla for our toddler. The nachos were PILED with toppings and so colorful - even in a take out container is looked beautiful. They were SO tasty, very full of flavor and spice. My husband said the tacos were delicious and our toddler actually ate a lot of the quesadilla. Win all around. Highly recommend!

Amazing spot. Stopped in while on work trip. Some of the best tacos I have had in a while…read more Taco trio was great. Choose any 3 tacos from entire menu. I added 1 extra. Birria , southwest chicken, mahi mahi, bang bang shrimp. Washed it down with blue lemonade. Amazing flavors, cool atmosphere, quick service and very friendly helpful staff. Very reasonable price. Would definitely come again

I'm in town for business from AZ and had a craving for tacos...the birria tacos were amazing. Wish…read moreI found this place before the last night in town.

This is a Mexican food joint located in Chinatown, across from the Arena. It is part of a small…read morelocal chain of restaurants. There is metered street parking within a reasonable walking distance. The restaurant has a nice patio and a decent-sized dining area. The staff was friendly enough, but I had a hard time understanding them. This place serves basic Mexican food, including tacos, burritos, bowls, nachos, chips, and salsa. You just pick your protein and toppings. They have asada, chicken, asado, carnitas, and potatoes. Some toppings include shredded cheese, guacamole, salsa, corn, onions, and lettuce. You also have to choose between brown rice, Mexican rice, black beans, and pinto beans. I ordered a chorizo burrito. It took them about 5 minutes to prepare. The burrito was huge. I must say that it was very good. Very tasty and flavorful. It could have been a bit warmer, though. After I ate my burrito, I was full. I really enjoyed my meal here, and I highly recommend checking this place out. They serve some good, fast Mexican food.

Dos Toros consistently has better quality food and service than both Chipotle and Moe's based on my…read moreexperience. Food - I always get a chicken bowl with a ton of toppings. This is the only place where I can get crushed chips in my bowl too. In terms of the price point, it's similarly priced as other texmex places. I can also appreciate how I won't run out of options here. Service/atmosphere - the employees are also speedy when preparing my food. They're also generous with their scoops, which I can always appreciate. The place indoors is always clean too. I would skip Chipotle and other Texmex places and go here instead!

Several friends recommended The District Taco while we were visiting Washington, DC, and it was a…read moregreat lunch stop. We happened to visit on a Sunday when kids eat free, which was a nice bonus for our family. I ordered the chicken bowl, and everything tasted fresh. The chicken was cooked to order, and you could tell the ingredients were prepared with care. It stood out from many of the larger burrito and bowl chains thanks to its freshness and flavor. If you're looking for a quick, fresh meal while exploring DC, The District Taco is definitely worth checking out.

We're visiting DC and like everyone else we're running around all museums etc. by the time we got…read morehere it was 4pm and we were starving. 3 adults 2 teenagers. 2 salad bowls 3 taco meals I loved that I could build my own bowl and make sure I have just the things I liked and the food came out super fast. It was raining so we set inside but there's not a lot of room and the place wasn't clean. The trash cans were overflowing which was a little gross. The food itself was a little on the salty side but was good and fresh.

I LOVE MEZCAL!!! First time visit.. soon to be regular…read moremajor shout out to the bartenders, Johnny and Marvin super cool and fun the perfect people you would want to be your bartenders Everything was good. The vibes were good. My only issue was the bar seating I didn't really like the chairs, but shots were flowing. Food was amazing. Next time you're in Chinatown, stop past here

Stopped by Mezcal Cantina in D.C., and it seemed like a popular, busy spot for drinks. The décor is…read morereally cute, with a fun atmosphere that would make it a nice date night spot. The fajita salad was awesome and definitely the highlight of our meal. The tacos were decent, too. The birria ramen, however, was disappointing. The broth was flavorful, but the noodles tasted like instant ramen to us, and the portion was quite small. Dessert was the biggest letdown. The Mexican tiramisu was very hard and dry--we tried several different corners, hoping another bite would be better, but it was the same throughout. They kindly replaced it with tres leches, which was okay, but still much drier than expected. I'm used to tres leches being soft and moist from the milk soak; this felt more like a regular cake and was probably the driest tres leches I've had. Overall, a cute atmosphere and a great fajita salad, but the birria ramen and desserts fell short for us.