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    Los Cuates

    3.1 (438 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Plantains and sour cream
    Jasminn W.

    We decided to try a new Mexican spot in Old Town. We found street parking easily nearby early Sunday afternoon. Cute colorful restaurant! We were greeted and seated immediately when we arrived. There were maybe 3 or 4 tables total occupied during our visit so not too busy on a Sunday afternoon. There is outdoor seating as well. Our server, who was very friendly, hyped the premium margarita so we gave in and said yes. We also tried the passionfruit margarita. The premium was strong but that's probably what you're going for anyway The passionfruit margarita was delicious but not strong at all. We tried the chips and dip and the Platanos Fritos (plantains with sour cream) to start. Chips were fresh and hot. Salsa was a bit creamy. Never had it like this before but the taste was pretty good. Plantains were perfect! While we didn't order the Guac ( Guacamole Molcajete) , it was brought to our table. We found it to be on the bland side with no hints of cilantro, onion, lime or salt. We saw a few bits of tomato but it tasted just like a plain smashed avocado. Not something we would order again. We decided to try all the street tacos except the vegetarian so we could taste everything. Steak, chicken, fish, shrimp, ground beef, pork (al pastor), carnitas. We also got the 3 street taco platter that came with the Mexican rice and beans. We found the shrimp and fish tacos to be lacking in the quantity of meat. But they were flavorful. The chicken, while plentiful, was dry even with the sauce. The steak, al pastor and carnitas were all packed with meat and delicious but both our Al Pastor tacos were missing the pineapple. The ground beef was my personal favorite but was very greasy. The Mexican rice and pinto beans....Both were just ok. Overall, food was ok we were expecting a bit more flavor. Service was great. Pricing was a bit higher than what we usually pay for a similar order.

    Lovely outdoor patio seating
    Victoria R.

    We'd give Cuates about 3.5 stars. Most of the food tasted really good, my husband's enchiladas were delicious, and the steak from the beef fajitas was flavorful and well-cooked. That said, a few things really missed the mark. The portion sizes felt small, especially for the price. The salsa was disappointing...it wasn't really salsa at all, more like the leftover juice from pico de gallo after you've eaten the actual vegetables. We even ordered extra salsa thinking maybe they had just gotten to the bottom of the batch, but alas that was just their take on it. Since chips and salsa are one of my favorite parts of Tex-Mex, that was a letdown. The beans were also watery and didn't resemble refried beans as the menu described, more like pinto beans straight from the can with liquid. On the positive side, the patio was lovely and redeemed the experience. Sitting outside on King Street made for a really nice atmosphere on a beautiful day. Overall, Cuates has tasty entrees and a great location, but with small portions and underwhelming sides, I'm not sure it's a spot we'd rush back to.

    Single TERRIBLE margarita
    Jessica B.

    Great location, terrible everything else. Margaritas taste like luke warm, sugary, bath tub tequila sludge. Chips are stale, portions are small, prices are really high, slow service. Just bad. Always dead despite good location so I don't know why I'm surprised.

    GUACAMOLE MOLCAJETE
    Liz R.

    Randomly popped in for margaritas and wound up having guacamole and a chicken quesadilla too. Everything was so so except the guacamole which is what carried this review to receiving 3 stars (bc without guacamole it would've been 2 stars). Service was decent and they have both indoor and outdoor seating.

    SHREDDED BEEF BURRITO
    Trevor B.

    Came here because I had heard great things. For the price, I would say it is overhyped. The guacamole was deceiving as it's in a large molcajete, but there wasn't much in it. The little amount that was in there was delicious though. I ordered the shredded beef burrito. The meat was tender and flavorful. The rice and beans were fine. The service was friendly and it didn't take too long to get the food. They have tables and bar seating as options.

    A spectacular dining experience. I, who love tender flank steaks, shrimp and chicken, savored the sizzling medley of all meats on a bed of a delicious grilled onion and pepper veggies, served as "Fajitas" on the menu. Add the rice with beans, soft tortillas and a separate helping of a tomato salad with onions and other greens and spices with a heap of sour cream became even more delectable with the grand finale, being home made Lechze dessert. Don't forget to ask for a Margarita with the tortilla chips and various dips to start your Mexican gourmet feast. The authentic atmosphere, music lively bar scene and friendly staff top it off as my favorite spot for authentic Mexican cuisine as a destination not to miss.

    Enchiladas and margaritas
    Lesley R.

    Food was delicious and huge portions- get the guacamole!! Staff is friendly and amazing. Happy hour is perfect. Can't wait to go back!

    Exterior
    Jeremy E.

    Wandered into this place while exploring old town. Sat at the bar with a friend. Cool little spot. Colorful vibe. When the bartender came over we asked about the happy hour menu (as it was not included in the menu they handed us ) He reached behind the counter and pulled out the small menu, very begrudgingly. Ordered the house margaritas and some chips and salsa. The margaritas were well flavored, but stingy on the tequila. The chips were crisp and delicious but the salsa was about as basic as it could possibly have been. When the bartender finally came back over (he basically forgot about us once we got our drinks) we asked if they had a spicy salsa. He did have a VERY good sauce hidden away. That made the meal significantly better. Wouldn't recommend going out of your way to find this place but if you want a quick margarita while walking around it's worth a stop

    Sweet corn
    David C.

    The food here is okay but not great. It is very much average but with no distinguishing features and a lack of seasoning as well as varied levels of execution. While some items are good, others are below standard. The wait times are also quite long. I suppose both of my quibbles may be understood within the context of being in a prime location and the difficulties that come with such. If you are in a hurry, this is definitely not a good choice. Likewise, If you're expecting excellence, this is also not a good choice. If you, however, just want a hearty meal and happen to be in the middle of Alexandria / Falls Church, this is an opportune, passable choice! However it is quite pricey, so bear that in mind. If the food yields a C- on its own merits, I would assign a D+ when accounting for total value of experience. While I'm unsure if things have changed within the few years since I've been to the DC location, I am quite sad as I have had a couple of high 3 star to borderline 4 star experiences there in days long past.

    Guacamole Molcajete
    Marjan W.

    Went here for karaoke a few weeks ago. It was about 10:30/11 pm on a Saturday night. The location is higher up in Old Town and not near the water. The pros: karaoke - you can sing quickly without waiting 2+ hours. The food was also good but their menu was more limited. The molcajete guacamole was fresh and delicious. The quesadillas (steak + cheese) were also great. Also ordered skinny margs and these were good. Lastly, I liked the interior - lights and bright yellow - definitely a fun spot! The cons: the taxes on the bill were high - there is an 11% tax + a 3% card tax. Overall, I enjoyed karaoke, the food, and the lack of line to sing so I'll be back- probably just with cash next time.

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    Nobody working. Terrible food. Overpriced. Go anywhere else but here for Mexican food!

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    6 months ago

    I did not enjoy the food at all. The rice was cold and tasted like it had been cooked a day or two before. The drinks we're not good either.

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    Excellent! Great margaritas , great food, service great! Ambiance great... would highly recommend!

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    I wish I could go lower than 1 star and don't order iced tea, they give you just water. Good quality is also below par.

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    4.2(60 reviews)
    1.2 miDel Ray

    Food was fresh, tasted very flavorful. Highly recommend, came here off the whim and left very…read moresatisfied

    My wife and I were in the mood for fajitas and were looking for a different option to our usual Tex…read moreMex choices. After reading some reviews, we decided to give Dos Hermanos a try. They emphasized fajitas as being a featured item on their extensive menu, and reviews seemed quite positive, so hey...why not give it a try? We arrived around 4 and sat at the bar. We were the only customers at the time which seemed a little odd since it was a Friday and a very pleasant day outside. We were greeted by the bartender/server and given complimentary chips and salsa, both of which were quite nice. We also had basic salted rim jalapeno margaritas, which were ok. Not bad, not outstanding, they were poured out of a large plastic jug. We then opted to split the steak and shrimp fajitas with the usual accompaniment of guacamole, sour cream, cheese, tomatoes, refried beans and rice. For $28.99, this was a huge disappointment. 3 shrimp and 5 strips of thin beef with fried onions and a few peppers. The shrimp was actually tasty and very well seasoned but 3 shrimp? Please. The steak was difficult to evaluate since the pieces were so tiny. The refried beans, rice etc were fine, but the dish was overall a total disappointment and a terrible value for the price. There was only one other party of people that came in during the entire time we were at the restaurant which I feel is telling. With so many other Tex Mex options in the DMV, I would not consider returning to Dos Hermanos again.

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    3.3(493 reviews)
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    This is our go to Mexican restaurant!! We love the staff, we love the food and the vibe!!!read more

    I visited the above establishment on Cinco De Mayo for my 1st experience. I passed over 3-4…read morerestaurants to try the above establishment. The Parking was terrible, had to wait for someone to exit. Waited to be seated ( no pager or intercom to call the guests), Guests stood in the small entrance to hear our name be called. Once seated, I received menus & waited for over 30 min. to order. Next to my table was a party of approximately 15 people. The waiter seemed to cater to The 1st party ( who eventually left) as the 2nd party ( approximately 16-18 people) who were seated at the same setting. I inquired of placing my order, with Jaime/said manager(who waited on both of the large parties). He inquired about my other guests. I replied, they are on their way to restaurant, I ordered drinks for my guests, myself & a meal for me. It appears the staff was not prepared for the amount of traffic in which they received. Jaimie returned & said he was waiting for my guests to arrive, prior to placing my order & I should have been seated once my guests arrive(he was unprofessional & exemplified a very demeaning attitude towards me). I was flabbergasted. Again, He advised he had people who were waiting for my table & my guests must arrived within 5 min. otherwise I had to leave. Very disturbed and appalled (there were no signs indicating maximum time seated). Friends were searching for parking spaces & eventually arrived. They searched for Jaimie to order their food. Jaimie stated, they had to wait 20 min. For chicken. We ordered drinks and waited over 45 min. for chicken. We Inquired about the chicken ordered, he again repeated all the above, and failed to put order in. Eventually an argument occurred (about the wait time and the amount of drinks order).He printed the check and told me to give 0 tip. Which is the only thing I agreed with. He tore the receipt off, which was half of the printed info. I went to him & requested a new receipt. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THE ABOVE RESTAURANT. If the manager represents the restaurant, I could imagine how he train his staff. Jaimie's behavior was: deplorable , obnoxious, rude, disrespectful and unprofessional on ALL LEVELS!! Food was not good, service all of the above adjectives and the floors not cleaned. Staff did not thoroughly clean, prior to seating guests as they walked over & around the ( food, napkins, straws on the floor). I prefer to give 0 star.

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    3.8(509 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Everything has been good so far. Chips could be better quality, and salsa needs some spice, but…read moreother then that, no complaints. I customized their fries with chorizo, sour cream , cheese and jalapeños , I think I'll add beans next time . Their fries are great by themselves. However i am a Mexican food lover , so i gotta get something with the fries. I'm looking forward to many more experiences at this place. Staff was great also. I tried the Mexican street corn, also great. An one other menu item , I just can't remember the name, also good. May they stay open until they no longer have desire to run this great business!

    If you're looking for a spot that actually understands flavor, Tequila & Taco is it. The tacos were…read morefresh, seasoned just right, and packed not skimpy. You can taste the quality in every bite. The tortillas weren't dry, the meat wasn't bland, and the toppings balanced everything perfectly. They run a Taco Tuesday special, so that's already a win. Good food and a deal The tequila selection is impressive. Whether you like it smooth and light or bold with a kick, they've got options. The margaritas? Strong enough to respect, smooth enough to enjoy. No watered-down nonsense. The staff was genuinely nice welcoming, attentive, and on top of everything without hovering. The environment is clean tables, floors, restrooms all well kept. And they have outdoor seating, which is perfect when you want to enjoy your food and vibe out a little. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. Taco Tuesday just made it official.

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