Oh emmm geee. The newly added hoja santa short rib taco with the most amazing mole was enough to…read moremake me close my eyes, dance to no music, and hum to the heavens. Service is pretty much always good, and it's a beautiful restaurant. A plea to the owners: keep this dish on the menu, but also bring back the short rib entree. Short rib is their hidden gem. Just incredible.

Great Vegan Options (4.25/5)…read more Cielo Rojo is in an awkward location, sandwiched between a firehouse and a car shop. However, their food drives many customers to their doors. My family and I were looking for a new and different Mexican place with lots of vegan options and Google search showed me Cielo Rojo. I was happy to see a dedicated vegan menu and some excellent reviews so we gave it a try. Overall we were pleased with the unique menu but thought the flavors could have been elevated. Food (1.75/2) - most of the picks we had were great but some were lacking.... Flavor. The pan y macha butter was pleasantly a great start to the evening. Though the bread could have been a little softer, the macha butter wasn't overwhelming. The queso fondito could be skipped, there wasn't anything special and in fact I wouldn't order it next time. The guacamole was fresh and herby, however, there just wasn't enough of it in one order. I wouldn't recommend ordering two even for just two people. The street corn was a hit between my kids and my wife. They loved the sweet, tangy, and spicy corn that melted in their mouths. And the tacos were great as well. However, I felt the Gorditas under delivered for sure. I was expecting a flavor punch but received more of a chewy patty on a bland sauce. But if life could be thrown on it by additional fresh herbs and flavors. Drinks (1/1) - we only tried one cocktail and ordered a Mexican cola for our dinner but what we received was good enough to show they know their drinks. My drink wasn't under spiked or unbalanced, it went smoothly. The hibiscus flavor along with the spirit was showing boldly through the syrups. I wouldn't recommend ordering love to try another cocktail next time. Service (0.75/1) - I wish I could say the service was exceptional but there were times we were waiting too long for a service member to show up. They were friendly and polite but definitely could have had more touch points with us throughout the night. We sorta felt abandoned at times. Again, nothing much to complain but something to improve upon. Decor (0.75/1) - overall, it's a welcoming spot with art pieces of their heritage. However, there were lots of dusty sellables that probably should be removed from the dining floor. It didn't mix well with a great restaurant. Not sure if they really need to sell a rack of clothing right next to where we were sitting to be honest. In the end, the food was decent, unique, and welcoming to vegetarians so we would comeback again and give other items on their menu a try. Hopefully, flavor profile can be more prominent next time.

The service was super quick! There may have been a 10 minute wait between ordering our food and…read morebeing served which was perfect. We got the guacamole to start which was some of the best, and most flavorful, guacamole that I've had in DC. Being from Texas, I'm very particular about my street tacos. These were the closest I've gotten to Texas street tacos since I've been in DC, and I've been here for 2 years! The place is small and intimate but full of energy - great place for a happy hour with friends or a more casual date!

A perfectly fine taco spot. I've been here countless times and appreciate the laid back atmosphere…read moreand the margarita's. Do not, I repeat, do not get the wine. It's just not good. I do appreciate that they let me try it first, only to be like... maybe not! I've come here for tacos. They're perfectly fine for DC. Amazing? Not so much, but hey, it's still a perfectly okay spot. I like the outdoor patio seating when you have the rare nice day weather in DC. That is a major selling point. Otherwise, head indoors.

A California Burrito is a challenging thing to find on the east coast period, let alone a good one…read more San Pancho's version of the San Diego classic is absolutely top notch and would go toe-to-toe with the La Perla's, Humberto's, and The Taco Stand's of SoCal. The tortillas are fresh, the salsas and guacs house made and flavor packed, and the drink specials are always fun and unique. Not to mention the fun loving and efficient staff. By far the best California Burrito in the D.C. metro area, possibly on the entire east cost.

Even though the restaurant was packed that day, we managed to sit and place an order. The servers…read morewere attentive and the restaurant was clean. The decor is cute and the space is small inside, but there is plenty of outdoor seating. The burrito was delicious.The rice and beans were pretty good and the steak was tender. The meat and/or rice and beans could be seasoned a little more. The salsa wasn't spicy at all which was a bit disappointing. The horchata latte was delicious! My friend chugged it (that's how good it was lol). The agua de jamaica was very refreshing. It wasn't too sweet, just perfect!

I like this new location for Chicatana. It's just down the road from my place and I enjoy the…read moreoutdoor patio with the colorful paintings in the background. I had dinner here recently and I enjoyed the casual nature of the spot. I've gone to their previous location, which had a fire, and I like this current location much better even if it doesn't seem as popular as before. The food remains the same. Good, but not the best mexican. Though, I was spoiled living in california previously. The tacos and dips are the winner here. The quesadillas are heavy with the thick corn meal outer coating. It's just not to my taste. Overall, it's a great spot though. If it's nice weather, this is a go-to to sit on the deck. On my visit, they didnt have a liquor license but they now have it!

Spicy passionfriut margs! Delicious…read more Plantain w/ brisket: Excellent starter! The whole thing was amazing and the brisket was phenomenal. Tacos - Overall quite generous portions of filler. Rajas: This was my wife's favorite by far. Al Pastor: Far and away my favorite taco. Carne Asada: Tasted great and was what we wanted. Suadero/Carnitas/Pollo: These were fine. They lacked the intense flavors of the other tacos and while none were bad, I wouldn't get them again. Shrimp: My wife did not really like this one. Passionfruit Flan: Very subtle and not too sweet. The price was great and it was larger then expected. We enjoyed this. We enioyed our dinner on the upper outside patio and the service was great. The guy who delivers the food is so cheerful and our server gave great recommendations.

Came here for a late afternoon lunch…read more The drinks were delicious and cold. The food itself was phenomenal. We had the steak enchiladas and chicken nachos (normally an appetizer). Both were seasoned correctly and tasty. The service was good with no issues and the ambiance was as great.

Finally tried out this Brookland neighborhood spot for lunch. Friendly staff and excellent Tex mex…read more Food came quickly and was delicious. Will definitely be back. Looks like it has a great happy hour as well.

Stopped here after reading great reviews. The service was very friendly, and the food came out…read morequickly. The tacos were good, but the vegetarian burrito was a GREAT vegan option, and also super filling. I would come back if I were in the area. Parking was easy. The restaurant felt very authentic and well-decorated.

Food was EXCELLENT. Relaxed environment with friendly staff. Portion size, presentation, and taste…read morewas all perfect.

Took my son to this taqueria for dinner and it did not disappoint!…read more It's a small restaurant with maybe 3-4 small tables and counter seating for 4-5. (It looks like it used to be an American diner). Everything is made to order right in front of you and it's all fresh. I had carne asada tacos and carnitas tacos with black beans and rice. You can order à la carte or as a platter - I chose the platter because I was hungry! They were delicious- especially the carnitas! All the accompaniments are authentic and super fresh. The tortillas are made on site and sooo soft and tasty. We also ordered chicken flautas which come with créma and guacamole. These were also very tasty. The restaurant seems to be run by a couple. They were prompt and friendly. I enjoyed the food so much that I forgot to take pictures first. Next time!

Overall, the food alone makes this experience worth it. The physical location defintiley isn't…read moreflashy or massive. But the food is made right there in front of you. It's a simple but excellent menu and we left so happy. Definitely a gem!

Amazing team and food waiter was amazing food was amazing stop here you will never regret itread more

San Antonio is such a nostalgic spot for me I've been coming here since I graduated from Howard,…read moreand it never disappoints. I love their happy hour and the food is always on point. This was my first time trying the paella and it was a 10/10 full of flavor and cooked perfectly. My friend got the mussels and a steak quesadilla, and both were really good. You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. And the drinks? Strong and HUGE exactly how they should be. The music loud and get you dancing. Our server was fast and very attentive. I love this place so bad. It's definitely one of my go-to spots!

I popped in to take in the mild weather day and their amazing covered patio (highly recommend)…read more They had the fifa games playing on a wide screen but had some fun Latin music playing. The chips are perfection--very thin, crunchy, fresh, with a slight amount of salt. The salsa was tomato forward, and while I usually crave heat, I really liked the balanced flavor--so much I had two bowls! I orders the cheese enchiladas and it was massive and oh so cheesy. There were cheese pulls for days. The rice was good, I tasted the beans and they were also okay. This really hit my craving spot on, and I had a few beers on the patio because the weather and vibe were just right. My server was Eric and he was very consistent and very great. He made sure I never had an empty plate or glass, which was very appreciated. Overall really great time!

I recently went here with three friends for dinner and had a solid experience. We were able to get…read moreseats immediately and the service was excellent. Mi Rancho's prices are reasonable, the portion sizes good, and the staff friendly and helpful. I appreciated the delicious complementary chips and salsa, and we were able to get refills. Mi Rancho is also very family-friendly-they have high chairs, an extensive kid's menu, and we saw several kids there. I got the mixed chicken and beef fajitas for my dinner. While the meat was a little tough and needed a bit more flavor, the accompaniments were good and combined with the salsa, produced great flavor. I would recommend Mi Rancho if you're looking for a family-friendly, laid-back dinner in Silver Spring.

Mom and pop type of restaurant. The food was very good and the employees were very friendly. This…read moreplace may not catch your attention at first on the outside but it's worth going in and checking out!

Ordered two burritos to go for $30. Disappointed no limes or sauces were provided and both burritos…read moreseemed heavy on the rice. Chicken had little flavor but the steak was decent.