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    El Aguila Restaurant

    3.1 (153 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Tex-Mex
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Fajitas de Pollo
    Mimi W.

    Sadly I'll have to agree with most of the negative reviews here about service and prices! Visited on a Saturday night and stayed for drinks and dancing. We had a big group of 20-30 people and they set tables together that sat 20-22, then we had more tables nearby as more came. There was only 3 baskets of chips and salsa for the table of 20+ and by the time I got there, none was left and I was told they asked for water and more chips several times for the past 30 mins (there was maybe one or two other couples at the restaurant besides our party, so not busy). We never got more chips although we asked at least 3 times since I arrived. Drinks had no prices shown and they don't serve tap water, only bottled (still or sparkling). The large margaritas are gigantic (glass was as tall as the 16oz bottle of water) and we ordered pitchers of margaritas, but again no prices given, so we got a surprise when the bill came. As for the food, portions were big and everything smelled great. Flavors were average to good for Tex-Mex food, nothing special. Everything was plated nicely. I got the Lomo Saltado and asked for medium rare, but it was beyond well done, so very dry. The plates are huge and very heavy and the waitress dropped one behind my friend and her shirt and purse got all splattered on! Leather purses get stained with oils! They didn't offer her anything until she and a few of us kept asking (not even a discount on her food or a drink!). At the very end after we all paid and started dancing, they kept her waiting at the table to see what the manager will do while we were dancing. Ruined her night and she got a $25 GC in return - they could've voided her payment instead because she definitely does not want to return!

    Experience could have been better

    As a first time customer I arrived to find the restaurant darker than I expected. There was a constant...very loud alarm that continued the entire time I was there. I orders a jalapeño margarita. It was 0/5 on spice and flavor. I requested my bill and was told "the system is down". They weren't able to process my card. I was asked to pay in cash. Of course I never have cash. I had to submit payment via zelle. Such an inconvenience. I would not recommend this place

    Ceviche Mixto Peruano

    The best Ceviche that I ever tried, Valerie our server was amazing and we met Omar who always was paying attention to our table. The food is incredible, fresh and authentic we live in Virginia and we want to come back

    This is the seafood pasta
    Emily B.

    Food was AWESOME same as customer service i had the seafood pasta and it was delicious

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    Oscar C.

    20% tip included on a party of 2 but service was terrible. I would have left a 15% because I can be a nice person but a 10% would have been generous based on the level of service.

    Menu prices

    This was one of my favorite places in the neighborhood. Today I placed a phone order for two pupusas which cost $3. 25 each, a total of $6:50, and a Pina colada drink. Since my relative was in the vicinity I ask if they can pick up my order. When they went inside to pick up the order he was charged $20.00, which he paid for and was not provided a receipt. When he stop by to drop off the food he told me how much they charged me which made me upset. How are they going to charge me 13 dollars for a Pina colada. You just lost a loyal customer and a few neighbors for being greedy.

    Huge margarita!
    Starla C.

    Staying at a nearby hotel and walked over for dinner. Food was DELICIOUS. Waitstaff was attentive. Highly recommend.

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    4 months ago

    Love El Aguila! My wife and I are regulars here and Renaldo, our most recent waiter was wonderful. Great service, great food, great people.

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    10 months ago

    Great food great service huge margaritas. Crab and shrimp enchiladas were great. Service was on point.

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    6 months ago

    Great vibes, great food. The drinks are good, the fajitas are fresh. Steak was soft. I really enjoy the appetizer sampler as well.

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    5 months ago

    Este lugar es muy bonito y la comida es la mejor parte Recomendado y la mesera Valeria es muy amable y todo estuvo bien muchas gracias.

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    Valeria is excellent as a server!. We had a big group but she managed to to serve food in a timely mannner.

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    A great neighborhood spot--my housemates and I will regularly grab an after work marg here. And always such friendly staff.

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    Lime & Cilantro

    Lime & Cilantro

    4.5
    (108 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Oh, I can't believe I didn't leave a review for the spot, even though I've been a few times though!…read moreIt's been a while, but man are they delicious. I would describe them as a combination of classic and elevated Latin food. The vibe of the restaurant is very casual, but the presentation of many of the dishes takes it to another level. They also have a wide selection of beer and wine. I have had tacos, octopus, breakfast tacos, and tamales. Everything was flavorful and quite tasty. I will admit service was a little slow the last time I went, but given the weather and the fact that we weren't in a rush it wasn't a big deal. If you haven't been yet, you should go. The colorful presentation reminds me of Palette 22, and rumor has it they are expanding to the Ethiopian restaurant that closed next door. I hope that's true!

    Nice ambiance and good brunch menu offerings. I didn't know that they only offered brunch during…read morethe weekend so I was a little disappointed as I wanted to try something more complex but we enjoyed what we ate. Could work on those fried plantains as they were a little soggy. The quinoa salad was good, a bigger portion would have been nice for the price paid and maybe if it would be easier to eat if served in a bowl. The chorizo sandwich was okay. Presentation and bread could be better. We left curious about their regular menu so we may give it a try some other time. Their staff were nice but not very knowledgeable about their menu items. They didn't really know how to answer my question about their vegan tres leches and told me it was not actually vegan after indicating it had condensed milk and heavy cream.

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    Cilantro rice.  A simple dish, but a level above any I've had before.

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    Cilantro rice. A simple dish, but a level above any I've had before.
    Sabor Mixteco

    Sabor Mixteco

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    4.0 mi

    summary: a smallish taqueria located on the corner of Montgomery County, it thoroughly impressed…read morewith not just the food, but the "little things" along the way. Dining with kids can be challenging, so it's always nice when restaurants and staff are accommodating. The staff at Sabor Mixteca went above and beyond that. They were super fast with their service, but also showed warmth and kindness the entire time that made the meal delightful. The decor in the restaurant is vibrant and fun. They also had a clean, well-kept bathroom. The food was great. Everything came out in a timely manner and was excellently flavored and balanced. You could tell that this wasn't just like your run-of-the-mill taco joint. The flavors had a depth (especially the guisado) that brought things up a notch. But, like I was saying - although the food was great and memorable, I was really appreciative of how awesome the staff was and would love visiting again if we're in the area. Would definitely recommend.

    Overall: small Mexican spot with welcoming and kind service, good food, fair prices, bright and fun…read moredecor, has a single stall inclusive restroom, a baby changing table, and high chairs I felt super welcomed by the employees here. They were all sweet, kind, and happy to help. The kids got cute kids cups with silly straws. Chips and salsa were not included. The chips and salsa were the only things we weren't impressed with. Everything else was delicious. My shrimp tacos were full and had great flavor. They fell apart while eating them, maybe if they had less sauce or the tortilla was grilled a little more it would have held up but they were so good I didn't even mind it. Our kids and my partner loved all of their food as well.

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    Chido’s Tex-Mex Grill

    Chido’s Tex-Mex Grill

    3.6
    (54 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    This is a newly made Restaurant in Silver Spring, Maryland off Ellsworth and Fenton Street…read moreinside the shopping and Restaurant areas . Across from DSW SHOESTORE . and Copper Canyon Grille . And other restaurants. I hadn't been hrre on sometime and its my first return . This is called Chidos Tex Mex . As you go in you see the host area and on the right the Barists area where they serve all sortsof drinks exotic and saodas and more . They have neat there is a big dining area in this place that gives all the comforts of home makes you feel like your in the soamush countries . I dont know if this place is family owned or not but still doing research on it as we speak . I believe they allow outside help for hosts , Food Runners and servers as well . This place has greatmenus with all your favorite spanish foods . . This place d filled with Spanish Traditions , Language , Culture and more . I maybe a Mixed Colombian Heritage person born in the United States . This place i want to be the bridge between all worlds thst come there from all walks of life . Its a place I want to learn my Heritage and more to get answers concerning who I am . But to all who come there this place is where you get be become something much bigger than yourself by learning a new Culture Traditions and more . Things that you never knew about yourself . Thru have foods love there fish tacos , Empanadas, Enchaladas and more there . I never ate there botr and would love too soneday . I applied to this place recently and I hope they consider me . I want a jib thst i can be happy with and ne with my people mi Ligente . I want a job i wont be judged, Feared, Or used Bad politics against. I want to bring back business a d communities as it should and must go again . This is a place to have family times kuck back relax eat have a great time there . You'll get an experience hopefully you all will not soon forget. This place is such an amazing place to be at . If you love this place as I do , This mace is for you we all look forward to seeing you all there very soon once again.

    Let's call this an off day for Chidos in Silver Spring. We had two drinks, a strawberry margarita…read moreand a mojito, both lacking liquor and mostly sugar. We ordered the seafood enchiladas and the fish tacos. The shrimp and scallops were probably defrosted unfortunately when cooked tasted like potatoes. The salmon tacos ok, though was hoping it was tilapia instead. Service always great even though they push hard to buy another drink more than once. Ambiance at this restaurant spot on for a Mexican restaurant and one of the cleanest and beautifully decorated restrooms. Will I come back probably but I won't order the seafood enchiladas and I'll stay away from the frozen drinks.

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    El Aguila Restaurant - mexican - Updated July 2026

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