The hostess was also our waitress. She was polite and very quick with our orders…read more The place is SO clean! I love when you can see the effort of the staff in the way the place is kept. It's obvious that this place is well cared for. Everything we ordered was great. The chicken for my fajitas could've been hit with a bit of salt before serving, but that is literally the only "complaint." This was such a pleasant find for us. Even the pricing was on point. We will definitely be back.

UPDATE: After getting a lovely response from the management…read moreat this location through Google reviews, I decided to give them another try! My friend and I had lunch there yesterday. I was pleasantly surprised with this experience. I ordered the chicken enchiladas with the molé sauce and my friend ordered the shrimp tacos. The presentation of the enchiladas was impressive and the shrimp tacos looked tasty! I loved the sauce on my dish and the cheese/queso. I was full after 2 and a half of the enchiladas. It came with 4. My friend filled up on 2/3 of the tacos. Soni was our server and she did amazing! She was sure to keep our waters filled and was consistently checking in with us. The cleanliness of the restaurant and bathrooms were still impressive, despite a couple of crumbs on the table when we sat down. The chips and salsa were still my favorite part. I can be pretty picky when it comes to salsa but I love the texture and taste of this salsa. The chips always come out crispy and fresh! We were there at lunch time and the restaurant was not super busy. I'm glad I gave them another try! My husband and I love mexican food and were excited to try this location. I was very pleased with the environment when we walked in. The staff was welcoming and the restaurant was beautiful. I was excited to get seated in a booth immediately on a Friday at around 5. I will also say that the bathrooms were incredibly clean! My husband and I both ordered tacos, but we were disappointed to find out they were out of the Birria tacos. I was shocked because it seemed early enough on a Friday for them to not be running out of items. I ordered chicken tacos and was not impressed. They were very bland and didn't come with much to add to the chicken and tortilla although, the plate was presented beautifully. My husband ordered the fish tacos and while he did enjoy them, they were also quite underwhelming. The service was not exceptional. I had to ask for water multiple times and as I was once a waitress myself, I was always taught water should be served immediately. I also had to remind my waitress 2 times that we had ordered the queso. It didn't come out until we had already received our food. Despite this, the chips and salsa were actually quite tasty and kept us satisfied. The server did bring more chips when we were getting low and was attentive to my soda and my husbands beer. I did feel the waitress could've been more attentive, but she was very kind and cheerful. I feel it's also important to note that the restaurant did not seem to be busy. I was happy to find that for two orders of tacos, a beer, and a soda, the bill was roughly $50, plus a $10 tip. While my husband and I prefer other Mexican restaurants in the area, I am glad we got to experience El Habanero.

Amazing fish tacos!! Ground beef taco had great flavor. The salsa and pico de gallo is fresh and…read moreso good. The rice is a lovely complement to the meal. Our server was very helpful during our questions and the service was timely. Overall, it was our first visit and a gem of a find.

Good atmosphere. Responsive waiters. Advertises as Tex mex. I had a dish. With no onion or spice…read more It didn't taste Mexican for sure. Had a tablespoon of grated cheese salongside a dollop of sour cream, no avocado, no hot pepper, no onion., very little spices. Quite a disappointment compared to when we were here a year or so ago. It was a bowl. Two small tomato pieces a little lettuce and some celery. Tasteless meal. Two stars for the ambiance

We've been coming here for over a year and a half, and have NEVER been disappointed!…read more The staff is extremely personable; the service timely and efficient... ...and the food is delicious!

Back again and wow they did not disappoint! Wonderful service and the food was so good Totally…read morerecommend

Loved the food. Every dish was presented greatly and was fantastic…read more Would love to visit again

Good food in a convenient location…read more Burrito dish was good, well seasoned and hot. The chips were light and crispy. They tasted like they were fried in house. Staff were responsive, not outwardly friendly but we got our meals in a decent timeframe.

A hole in the wall place but with large portions and delicious food. The staff is very welcoming.read more

After adventuring out into DC during the weekend, my partner and I wanted to grab some food close…read moreto the metro stops in Falls Church or Fairfax. I wasn't feeling up to the big chains and places I wanted to try seemed to close early. Luckily this place was open and I had been wanting to try it for a while. Definitely it let a hidden gem! There are some parking spots right in front, although not many. There is a decent amount of seating, but it would be tight if you had a large party. My partner did note that the bathrooms weren't that great. You immediately get served complementary chips and salsa. They were pretty basic, but not bad. We ordered the following: + Papusas (Pork and Cheese & Loroco and Cheese) - Decent, although I prefer the Loroco (an edible flower bud). + Pollo à la Primavera (chicken dish) - Yummy, especially the sauce which mixes well with their hot/spicy sauce too! I could do without the salad dressing. + Camarones con Calabeza (shrimp dish) - Same as above! Note they leave the tails on. + Natural Juices (Mango and Maranon) - So refreshing! I loved the Maranon (cashew apple) was a wonderful burst of tropical sweetness with a subtle nutty taste. I appreciate that for the pupusas they had the foresight to provide my partner and I two plates so we could sphere the papusas. The portion sizes of the entrees were great for the price. It did take a while for the staff to swing by so that we could get boxes and the check. Note that credit cards and mobile pay are accepted. I definitely wouldn't mind coming back again to try more items on their menu.

Good food and drinks. Good service, never a long wait. The ambience is good too…read more But only adding this because yall make us have a certain amount of text.

Ernesto's Fine Mexican Food | Ellicott City, MD…read more Sometimes a restaurant delivers a memorable experience. Other times, it's simply a place to grab a meal. Unfortunately, Ernesto's fell into the second category for us. We stopped in for lunch with our daughter, son-in-law, 2 1/2-year-old granddaughter, and my wife, Anjelina. I ordered the lunch chimichanga, Anjelina had soup and a tostada, and our daughter and son-in-law both ordered tacos. Overall, the food was just okay. I particularly didn't enjoy my chimichanga, and nothing else at the table stood out as especially noteworthy. As usual, we brought along our traveling collection of dietary challenges: gluten and dairy restrictions, a tree nut allergy, Alpha-Gal syndrome, and, just to keep things interesting, diabetes. Fortunately, the staff was helpful and accommodating, and we had no issues navigating the menu. That's always appreciated. The atmosphere was pretty typical of a casual Mexican restaurant. Comfortable enough for a family lunch, including our young granddaughter, but nothing particularly distinctive. The verdict: Ernesto's is a perfectly serviceable option for a casual family meal. The staff was helpful, and managing our dietary restrictions was straightforward. Unfortunately, the food didn't give us much reason to return. Not every restaurant needs to be extraordinary, but we'd hoped for something a little better than ordinary.

Another great visit. Service was kind and attentive, no table felt rushed which can often be the…read morecase on a Saturday afternoon. Love how they switch between the chirpy happy hour vibe in the evenings to a family restaurant vibe for lunch. Salsa and crackly tortilla chips continue to remain solid. Staff refilled it with warm chips every now and then. Desserts are as good as entrees. Vegetable Fajita--5/5 Complimentary Tortilla chips and salsa--5/5 Kids cheese quesadillas--delicious--5/5 Vegetable Enchiladas--5/5-perfectly cooked, subtly spiced, right amount of cheese Carne Asada Fajita--well cooked--5/5 Omelette from the brunch menu--5/5-plantain haters enjoyed the fried plantain on the side Paloma and Margarita--5/5 Tres Leches--5/5-3 orders were polished off in 3-5 mins, everyone loved the light texture. Churros--5/5-warm and crisp--5/5-appreciate the ice cream and variety of sauces Flan--5/5-flan expert in the group said it is one of the better flans they've had. Queso and Guacamole combination--5/5

Sooo good! One of my favorite restaurants in the area. Food is fantastic and so is the service…read more There is also free garage parking next to the restaurant What we got: Fried Yucca- only had fried yucca a handful of times but this was delicious and loved the sauce with it. Beef taquitos- good! Carne asada fajitas- the best! They cooked the steak perfectly, seasoned sooo well, and so tender and juicy. Definitely will order every time we come here! Birria tacos- good Churros- good

Delicious! It's not on the menu, but they have queso Blanco and it's delicious. It comes with these…read morewarmed tortillas, but the chips are better. I had the beef chimichanga, and it was delicious. I also had a single beef taco, this is where things weren't as great. The beef didn't have any flavoring. It was just plain beef. Disappointed by that. They must've forgot the seasoning. Everything else was delicious, especially the fried ice cream. The sangria margarita was good, got me, tipsy. The salsa is a little watery, standard cheap restaurant, but good. The noise level is about average, service was good, nothing outstanding or exciting, just a really good Tex-Mex restaurant. By the way, they don't have chorizo that they can put into anything, and ground beef is only for the tacos. Great evening

We came to this restaurant because we happened to be in the area and honestly didn't expect it to…read morebe somewhere we would drive to since we don't live particularly close. But after our first visit, we were impressed enough with the food that we came back soon after to try more of the menu! On our first visit, we ordered the lomo saltado, and it was really flavorful and delicious. We also tried the carne asada, which came covered in a brown gravy--not exactly what we expected to see on our steak! We were hesitant at first, but once we took a bite, we realized it was actually very tasty. Definitely not what we expected based on how it looked. The margarita was okay. On our return visit, we ordered the steak and shrimp, and wow--the flavor was absolutely delicious! The steak had an amazing flavor. We also tried the steak with onions, which comes topped with plenty of sautéed onions. It was very good, but the skirt steak with shrimp is still our favorite. We came back again for brunch and tried the steak and eggs, which was pretty tasty and served on a sizzling platter. They also have a $30 brunch option where you can choose three menu items, get brunch drinks at a substantially reduced price, and receive a dessert. That's a pretty good deal! The restaurant also has a large menu with plenty of choices, so there is still a lot for us to try. The customer service has been consistently good, and we really enjoy their fresh, tasty chips and salsa. The chips are crisp and flavorful, and the salsa is delicious. We've now been back several times and will definitely return to try more menu items. There are some surprisingly delicious dishes here!

Chido's is always a good time. I love Chidos. My friend and I decided to go after a yelp event…read moresince it was down the street. As soon as pulled up we saw that it was crowded but we did not mind. I mean is it Chidos if it is not crowded lol. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the hostess who was super friendly. We decided to sit in the high-top section by the bar since we were just getting drinks. For drinks we ordered the Cadillac Margarita. It was great as well. Perfect balance of tequila and mix. Along with our drinks we enjoyed complimentary tortilla chips with salsa. The chips were a great addition as we had already eaten at Hello Chicken. The ambiance was great. Like I mentioned it was crowded but their were good vibes with the music as well as the futbol games playing. Overall, it was a great experience. I will be back soon.

Decided to come to Chidos for HH since I had a class in the area…read more HH is from 1-6pm and since I had a late day at the office, I was pressed for time. I looked at the menu ahead of time and my homegirl sent me pictures to confirm. This way I already knew what I wanted (flautas & passionfruit margs) I came in, sat down and waited for a bartender to acknowledge our look my way so I could order. I was able to get my order in just in time and informed them I'd need a refill before it was over. My flautas came out as two taquitos cut in half and I just laughed. Barely any lettuce piled on top with sour cream and salsa on the side. Really, two tortillas rolled around chicken and cheese. It was hilarious. It was just barely much food at all and I didn't want to try anything else so just asked for my refill. Check came and got charged full price. When I asked about it, I was given a smart response and told they wouldn't take it off again like they were doing me a favor or I was trying to get over SMH They're lucky that passionfruit marg was hitting or it would have been challenging to go back.

Our first visit to the restaurant and I will definitely be back. We had two different types of…read morefajitas and both were delicious. Everything was well seasoned down to the black beans. For drinks we ordered an old fashioned and a mango margarita, we also got to sample the strawberry daiquiri, they were all made to perfection. Our server was also the bartender, and was able to remain attentive to her tables while also making drinks. She was also kind enough to run our to-go bag out the car when we left it on the table. Thanks, Madison! The atmosphere was great and they were preparing for live music when we left.

Taco Tuesday!! We stopped in for a quick bite at lunch. Fiesta Tex-Mex in Waldorf was a solid…read morevisit overall. Service was excellent. Extremely attentive and friendly from start to finish. The food came out super fast and piping hot, which we appreciated. We ordered the birria tacos and shrimp birria tacos. The flavor was good, but it did feel like the shrimp portion was a bit skimpy. Not enough shrimp just a lot of cheese. Also disappointed that they don't offer cocktails, which would really elevate the experience, so one star deducted for that. Still a good spot if you want quick, hot Tex-Mex with great service