This is a Mexican food joint located in Chinatown, across from the Arena. It is part of a small local 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. read more

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Dos Toros consistently has better quality food and service than both Chipotle and Moe's based on my experience. 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! read more

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A coworker and I wanted a burrito other than Chipotle and found this chain from New York. While a bit on the smaller side, the steak was well seasoned and the ingredients seemed pretty fresh. I will say that the steak was a bit chewy, but an overall pretty decent burrito. I would say it was very mid, but a change of pace from the usual chain spots. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Steak Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Got nachos. Its a base of nachos, and you can add whatever toppings you want. Itwas about $14. Kind of small, but hearty. read more

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Visited a couple of days ago, (6/11/26), place really needs a makeover; power wash in the outside --but then all the rest of the block too! Some shady people lingering outside, some youngsters outside with their pet snakes-- others gathering with them. Homeless walking around. Ordered, workers were nice, food was good! We left. read more

Think Chipotle but they don't skimp out in the portion size. Super friendly staff, very professional. They greet you and are motivated. Ingredients is fresh and the taste was solid. Super quick and efficient, and a clean restaurant next to the capital one arena read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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So much better than the chipotle next door, much cleaner, much better ingidients, better drink selection and workers have good work ethic / attitude. 10/10 read more

Decent food for average price. It's like chipotle but with more flavor. Of course some different options. Over all I would return. Service was good. Looked clean for what my eyes could see. read more

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Another build as you burrito bar. In a sea of similar options Dos Toros brings a familiar concept with fresh ingredients, large portions and speed. While there is nothing revolutionary here it's another solid quick service Mexican option. read more

Definitely a must try! If you like chipotle you'll love Dos Toros. While i was in the DC gallery area, i decided to grab a quick bite to eat and just started walking until i found this spot and it was a great first time visit! I ordered the chicken nachos and the staff were extremely polite and patient with it being my first time. A very similar experience to other Mexican grill style restaurants but they have a "smoky" sauce im assuming is made in house which is absolutely delicious!! Please don't skip over this spot you will regret it read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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If you're looking for a tasty spot to grab fast-casual tacos after a Wizards game, look no further! Food: The tacos are made with soft corn tortillas, warmed before being filled with your choice of grilled chicken, crane asada, slow-cooked pork, chorizo, braised ancho chili chicken (pulled chicken), sliced Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, or beans. I ordered grilled chicken tacos with black beans, lettuce, corn salsa, pickled red onion, tomatillo sauce, crispy tortilla strips and a dalop of the taqueria salsa. Chipotle watch out, these tacos are next level! If you're not in the mood for tacos, the restaurant also serves burritos, rice bowls, salads, quesadillas, and NACHOS. The staff is patient and friendly, even when it's close to closing time, and the service is quick. One of the highlights is that each taco is immaculately packed to prevent the filling from spilling out. Ambiance: Dos Toros is a fast-casual eatery, with booths and tables that can seat 2-6 people, as well as a narrow bar area where you can stand and eat your tacos. It's conveniently located across from Capital One Arena, making it an ideal choice for those who want a quick bite before or after a game. Additionally, the restaurant has vegan-friendly options, so everyone can find something to enjoy. Overall, Dos Toros exceeds the quality and flavors of Chipotle. It's clean, has plenty of seating, and offers excellent customer service. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Chicken Tacos after a Washington Wizards game! - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Very similar to Chipotle with healthier options like farro in addition to the standard rice and more fresh veggies. Ironically, Chipotle is a few doors down. The farro, sweet potato, and brussel sprouts were well seasoned and very flavorful. Annoyingly a tad bit more expensive than Chipotle as Guac isn't included with Vegetarian Burrito, it's $1.50 more I believe. Like Chipotle, the burritos are ginormous and very filling! In comparison, the tacos looked tiny. I would come back to try the salad/rice bowl. read more

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As someone who loves Mission-style burritos and grew up eating them, I was extremely excited to hear that DC would have Mission-style burrito restaurant. However, I was disappointed with my burrito. I ordered a carne asada burrito for delivery and received it on-time. While the cost was very reasonable, the taste and presentation left much to be desired. A proper Mission-style burrito should come with chips and salsa on the side and this came with neither. Although the steak was cooked well and there was a hearty portion, there was way too much Mexican rice as part of a ratio with the rest of the burrito (and it was loaded on one side). Even for a delivery order, the burrito was way too cold Dos Toros Taqueria is better than a place like Chipotle; however, it has a ways to go before being on par with an authentic Mission burrito place like La Cumbre or El Farolito in San Francisco. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Carne Asada Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Thoughts: Alternative option for Tex-Mex Food with more sauce/dressing options Food: I usually get the burrito bowl with Mexican Rice, Chicken or Steak, Black Beans, Pico de Gallo, Corn, and chips, and topped off with Creamy Chipotle Dressing and Spicy Avocado Goddess Dressing. Nice blend of flavors, undeniably fresh and tasty nothing over the top seems like something you can cook at home if you have the time. The combination works a solid 7/10 and you can't beat the price. Service: I usually visit this establishment during off-peak hours; it is quick and simple. The staff is welcoming and not frugal with portion sizes but is with dressing SMH. The App does not work well, they should have the option to scan the receipt later after purchase. Ambiance: A typical restaurant feel, can feel a little congested but nice view of Captial One Arena. Pictures with customers and unique combinations would add a little more to it. Recommendation: Solid 7/10, great grab and go food and great price. Yes read more

The tacos were grey far as portion size and the ambiance was nice as it was a chill spot and very clean. Spiced Sweet Potato Taco-okay Seared Pollo Asado Taco-okay Braised Ancho Chicken Taco- very good They corn on a corn tortilla which I'm not the greatest fan of but was fine with but only giving one tortilla is madness as it will break apart easily. The thing that I really love was all their ingredients were so fresh!the staff was also nice and everyone smiled and worked together well. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Spiced Sweet Potato Taco Seared Pollo Asado Taco Braised Ancho Chicken Taco - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We were running late to our show at the capital one arena and we decided you stop here for a quick bite and we were pleasantly surprised! Food was affordable especially for the area and the options they had and the process was super quick which allowed us to get to our show on time! Definitely recommend read more

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Review is for the breakfast burritos only, which are a fraction above microwave bean burrito quality. They're pretty small to begin with, not a lot of protein in them, we tried both chorizo and steak and I'd stick with the chorizo - the steak is not worth the upcharge for me. They're good and quick in a pinch - but know that they are not made to order, they sit there wrapped in foil ready for you. read more

Stopped by craving some Mexican food and this place hit the spot. It's a Chipotle-style setup where you can build your own bowl, burrito, or tacos. Prices were reasonable at $13, portions generous, and everything tasted fresh. Joshua at the counter was especially friendly and helpful. It was pretty busy--there was a hockey game nearby--but the line moved quickly. Would definitely return. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Joshua and staff were really nice despite it being a bit hectic as it was game night for the Capitals. Seating is sometimes hard to find due to the location and the customers it caters to being next to the sports arena. The food could use a bit more flavor as it doesn't have all the spice elements of an authentic taqueria but the prices and portions are good. $10 bowls are hard to come by anywhere these days and a couple dollars extra if you choose Carne Asada for your protein. Burritos and tacos are available as well. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Carne Asada Bowl & Carnitas Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great Mexican food in the heart of Washington DC. Service was good and super friendly. Appetizers came right out and our drinks too. Food was flavorful and good portions. Ambience was happy and super nice and clean! Will definitely recommend! read more

Needing a quick bite to eat, a couple friends and I stopped in here on our way to an event we had lined up. I have never heard of this place before and thought why not. My first impressions of this place was that it was a brighter version of a competitor that was honestly two doors down. Think Chipotle, but somehow tastier. Approach the counter, tell them what you want, they make it in front of you, you pay. It was a bit confusing navigating this space and figuring out where things were and where they went. For a quick bite to eat, it sure was filling. I got myself a bowl and I nearly finished it. I didn't want to have stuff sitting heavy in my stomach for what we were about to do. Great spot to also pass the time. While we were eating it had a great spot on the corner to people watch. Near the arena. read more

Nice alternative to Chipotle located in DuPont Circle. In town and craving a quick lunch that was somewhat healthy and Dos Toro nailed it. The employee helping me was very helpful and nice. I appreciate that they offer more vegetables like Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, and farro. Best of all they offer crushed tortilla chips as a garnish. Sometimes you want a little crunchy topping, but don't have to order a side of chips to get it like at Chipotle. Overall I really enjoyed my braised ancho chicken bowl with farro and hope they expand outside DC. read more

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Yeah, Chipotle under another name, right? Not expecting much but wanted to grab a bite before the Wizards game and not wait for 30 minutes so decided on Dos Toros over ChicFila. Glad I did...very pleased with my gigantic burrito for $10 - ancho chicken, pinto beans, mexican rice, lettuce, smoky hot sauce, pickled onions, etc. Fresh and tasty and much better than Chipotle in my opinion. Would definitely go back.. read more

Wow, right next door to Chipotle (lol). Same concept but healthier side options and fresher food. Highly recommend if you're craving the old style fresh chipotle. When it use to be clean, organize and the food was always fresh. They even have Brussels sprouts. Guacamole is $2.49. Service is fast and the staff is friendly and helpful. Offered: Burrito, Burrito Bowl, Tacos and Salad. - Pros Instead of just one straight line to order. There are 2 lines; 1 to the left and the other to the right. - Hot melted cheese is available - Guacamole is cheaper than chipotle $2.49 read more

This was my first time visiting this place and I really enjoyed the bowl that I ordered online. Everything tasted very fresh and it is cheaper compared to Chipotle. The staff was very friendly and it was worth the walk to me. I will definitely visit this place again soon and recommend it to others looking for lunch in the area. I would have Dos Toros over chipotle for lunch! read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food 10 Service 9 Ambiance 8 Dos Toros in the heart of Chinatown, D.C., is a hidden gem for Mexican-style fast food--but let me tell you about the Brussels sprouts. Yes, Brussels sprouts at a Mexican eatery. Sounds wild, right? Well, they're to die for! I'm talking about crispy, flavorful little bites of heaven. First time I've ever seen them on a menu like this, and now I can't imagine a rice bowl without them. The chicken and everything else on the menu? Solid, delicious, no complaints. But the sprouts? They're the MVP of this menu--absolute stars stealing the show. If you go (and you should), do yourself a favor and add them to your dish. You'll thank me later. I'm already planning my next trip back. Dos Toros, you've got my heart...and my stomach! read more

Fun and exciting grand opening here today. I was looking forward to the grand opening as I've heard a lot of great things and I am a quite impressed with their delicious, flavorful burrito bowls. The crowd handled the super loud, hectic ambiance quite well and handled my order rapidly. They have two lines set up to expedite things. My only constructive criticism would be that they should add a plant-based or fish options for vegetarians and pescatarians. I look forward to trying some of their other menu items. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

First time. The food was great. Chicken perfectly seasoned. Roasted Brussels sprouts were great. A step above Chipotle. Service was polite and prompt. Bathrooms were super clean read more

Got a couple bowls for the family. 60+ dollars and it was 80% rice, 15% vegetables and 5% meat. On the day we went, the seating/eating area also wasn't very clean. It was a waste of money. read more

There's a chipotle 2 spots over so I wanted to give this place a shot and was pleasantly surprised. They piled on the guac and had flavorful sauces. The meat was good and the service was excellent. I get that it's the DC district right across from the arena where the prices are STEEP but I'd still pick this place over Chipotle given they're both similar serving styles. read more

It's ok. Dry. WHO tf made the sauces. The service was nice but dc is lacking in flavor and taste. Go to chipotle.

This is a fast food establishment. The service was good and the staff friendly. The ambiance was that of any other fast food restaurant. The food was not hot and while the tortillas were supposed to be steamed they were like they came out of the refrigerator. All of that being said, the food was flavorful. Yes I gave three stars the food flavor and welcoming staff are the saving grace from a one star review. read more

Decent burrito place (for DC) but skip the breakfast burritos. The normal burritos you can have made Chipotle style, but the breakfast burritos were tiny, came pre-made, and were sub-par. Honestly, I would probably say the breakfast burritos from McDonalds were better than this place ;/ A pretty big breakfast burrito disappointment read more

Food is ok and expensive. Tgey dont seem to be able to pack orders correctly either. Twice we've had to go back because the didn't pack our order correctly. They just left out items yet still charged us. This has happened TWICE. read more

I wasn't expecting to enjoy Dos Toros Taqueria for quite a few reasons. I haven't enjoyed fast-casual Tex-Mex since I first stepped into Moe's Southwestern Grill when it opened in Pittsburgh in 2008. I haven't set foot in Chipotle since they halved their portions and stopped serving tomatoes after the salmonella outbreak. Or was it listeria? I'll leave that to Google to answer. Essentially, I was hungry, it was cold, and I had never tried it, so I rolled the dice. The best thing about the food was the hot sauce--very flavorful and spicy. Coming from California, paying more than ten dollars for half a bowl of rice and beans is not it, but I wasn't too disappointed with the food for a first experience. What really impressed me was the service. The older Black gentleman who took my order was cheery and kind, which is a grand departure from most service industry workers in DC. He was patient, friendly, and seemed to be in a good mood. He wasn't just nice to me--he was nice to everyone. To top it all off, they were playing the hits. Nothing but the hits. Nothing but the motha funkin' hits. And you know I enjoyed a little Beyoncé with my pico. I left with an original quote in my mind (feeling inspired): If you want to work just for the money, enjoy your job. The minute you let your job affect your mood, you're never going to feel like you're paid enough. Overall, I'd recommend everyone experience good service in DC, because I know it's few and far between. As for the food, well... no real comment on that. It is what it is. read more

The food was incredible and the service was even better, I can't thank both Joshua and Blessing enough. They're the two managers on duty and made sure that our experience was amazing. I had asked a few questions and they were very prompt to answer all of my questions as I have never been to this establishment before and was unfamiliar with a few items. The music inside the restaurant isn't too loud and beyond our chatter the noise level was very low. read more

These are not "mission-style" SF burritos. These are venture capital-driven fast casual Chipotle wannabes, and THAT'S FINE, but also incredibly disappointing to someone who's from Northern California and loves this style of burrito so much that she asks all of her visiting relatives to bring her burritos, AND THEY DO. If you want to know what a real SF style burrito is, go to El Farolito in the Mission, and then you'll understand why I am so so sad and felt so compelled to write this review. The food is fine. The staff are nice. The place is clean. For some unknown reason, they were out of water cups the day we went. It's all perfectly fine; it's just false advertising!!! read more

Surprisingly good. I had no expectations about Dos Toros, but I was pleasantly surprised. Food was good. They have a build-your-own dynamic, recipes are good it doesn't feel like a junk food version of Mexican food. Service was good. And the ambience is a casual restaurant ambience. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Taco - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I was in DC for work and when I visited the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, this place caught my eye. I also started getting FB ads on my phone. After my visit, I stopped by this location for lunch. People were coming and going and I was lucky to get a booth which was nice. The ambiance is like any quick service eatery. The bowl is hearty and tasty but I personally like Chipotle more than Dos Toros. The chicken was prepared differently than I am used to. The Mexican rice was good and I got the corn and cheese toppings. Perhaps their burritos are better but I don't think I would come back here again. read more

Dos Toros Taqueria - Seared Pollo Asado Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Dos Toros Taqueria excels with exceptional customer service, making every guest feel welcome and valued from the moment they step in. The staff is friendly and attentive, offering helpful recommendations and ensuring a smooth, enjoyable experience read more