Great beyond your expectations for a place with horrible curb appeal, in other words don't judge a…read morebook by its cover

This small restaurant has an overwhelming number of delicious looking and sounding options. I dined…read morein with a few friends and wanted everything on the menu. The way it's set up is you look at the menu and then order at the counter. They then bring the food to you. I got three tacos and two pupusas. While waiting for my food, piping hot, beautiful entree dishes were being delivered to other tables. I need to return to try more. My food was great and my friends enjoyed theirs too. The only thing that I didn't love was that they don't have complimentary cups of water. You can either bring in your own water bottle, or pau $1.75 for one of theirs. They have other beverage options but I'm a water fan, personally.

Stopped in for an early dinner at Uncle Julio's, conveniently located on the upper level of The…read moreMall in Columbia, where parking is plentiful and free. The space is expansive, with a variety of seating options that can accommodate everything from casual meetups to larger groups. The décor leans into dark wood tones accented by vibrant, colorful artwork, giving it a warm yet lively atmosphere. Service was a standout--our server was upbeat, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful when it came to navigating the menu. The kitchen emphasizes fresh ingredients, with house-made tortillas and many items prepared from scratch, which is always a plus. We started with their complimentary house-made tortilla chips and salsa, a solid way to kick things off while waiting for our entrées. Our table ordered a mix: taco salad, seasoned ground beef tacos (kept simple by request), Baja fish tacos, and chicken quesadillas. Portions were generous across the board, and everything arrived well-prepared and satisfying--definitely enough for leftovers. If you're in the mood for approachable, comfort-style Mexican fare, Uncle Julio's delivers a dependable and enjoyable dining experience.

Service was great, especially for a party of 8! I had…read moreChicken taco salad . Everything was delicious. Everybody at my table loved their food. Nobody life a crumb. Drinks were cool. Frozen flight was a little too syrupy for my liking. I did wish they sold their shrimp w/o the pork bacon wrapped around it .

Great service from the moment we walked in to when we walked out. The food was very tasty and so…read morewere the drinks! We'll definitely be back.

Yummy food! The place is busy with people in and out, plus pick up orders with great testament to…read moretheir delicious cuisine. I've been here a couple times and the service is great. This was my first time having desserts (courtesy of the owner!) and I was pleasantly surprised. On this weekend night, they had live music which included a harp player and guitarist! Wonderful ambiance for a great dinner meal.

Another revisit within the same month; after telling a friend how much we love their pupusas we…read morewere easily convinced to take them to try everything out for themselves. This time I didn't have to split any of my pupusas, bwhaha- I savored my own beans & cheese, chicharron, cheese, & loroco, cheese & loroco, and everything- Again, everything was well-seasoned, amply cheesy, and not overly greasy- smothered w.ample curtido & salsa roja. Another fantastic dinner. Staff are super busy, but were very friendly creating our order to-go; they got us in and out quickly, and while we ate it was nice to see how attentive and friendly they were with patrons dining in.

Casual atmosphere, but we really go for the food! The…read morephones are off the hook at times so call back, trust me it's worth the wait! Authentic and flavorful Salvadoran dishes!

The most color Mexican restaurant with authentic food! Be prepared to speak Spanish, but the staff…read moreis able to understand a little English. This place is always packed because the food is so great!

Tried shrimp tacos for the first time with my friend (I usually get steak)…read more It was pretty good, but my friend whose had shrimp tacos before said it was okay

Pupusas are good, I wish they gave out more "curtido" but other than that they're delicious and the…read more Curtido and salsa are delicious too. Overall, I love the food. I travel 30 min to get my food.

Food was absolutely delicious freshly made, Next time I plan to try the cakes they looked great.read more

I'm a regular now and I really enjoy the service and the food. Staff is always nice and attentive…read more The menu is kind of weird. You can't just get cheese enchiladas. They don't appear on the menu. English is the second language for most of the staff so don't expect them to understand any detailed changes to your order like I just want cheese enchiladas.

This is one of the worst Mexican restaurants in the area. Frankly their food has never been…read morefantastic but some dishes were decent and the cocktails were amazing. However, as of 2025 there is absolutely nothing good left at Cinco de Mayo. Their food is either completely tasteless or has a weird taste. The chicken in their fajitas is not edible. New margaritas suck. The glass is small and the taste is awful. I am never coming back again. This place has become total trash. I sincerely hope they will go out of business and let a decent restaurant come to this location.

Good attention on the grocery you can find real Latin products in here. I have found stuff that I…read morecan't find anywhere else. And they also have a restaurant at the back! The taste is like homemade food, really good taste and also healthy! I loved the place

The food in the back of the store that everyone mentions is now located next door at Pollo Feliz &…read moreTaqueria! I got all my food to go so here's my take on things. First of all the customer service was superb! The bartender even took the time to walk next door a grab me a tres leches cake since they were out in the restaurant. I got 1 each ofbeans/cheese and pork/cheese pupusas, menudo soup, and 2 pork tamales (they were out of chicken). It came with rice, cabbage, onions, cilantro, and a variety of sauces and salsa. I was craving tamales, I'm from the south, and thought this would do the trick. It didn't, completely different. But that was my own failed wishful thinking. I love Latin American food and everything was ok to me. I could tell it was all homemade and the soup was my favorite. The tres leches was different from what I'm used to. It didn't have as much extra milk and it had peaches. It was ok but I prefer the regular way better. Would I came back? Yes and try the tacos and maybe the chicken. Plus like I said the customer service was outstanding! And next time I think I'll eat in the restaurant instead of taking it to go.

Ceviche!!! A buddy stopped Pollo Feliz for some takeout, and brought us the $20 mixed ceviche…read more Very very nice! First, a generous serving, like a 6 by 6 inch takeout container? Just a guess, Filled with this very fresh shrimp and tilapia mix, red onion crescents, lemon or lime, and i taste just a little spice and just the right amount of cilantro! This is bright and a little tingly, and the takeout has the most unbroken saltines I've ever seen! I do love this. Mr. "L"s gift has wone Pollo Feliz a new ceviche customer. Yum!

We give 5STARS!! It's our 2nd time dropping in and lunch was SUPERB!! BIG CLAPS FOR THE CHEF! la…read morecomida era deliciosa!!!! We ordered the bean and cheese Papusa, Chicken taco and Carne asada tacos. The presentation of the dish was soo lovely and clearly prepared with care. Our host was pleasant and made sure everything was correct after a little mix up. Nonetheless, we were full and satisfied. It was a quiet day with just one family there at the time and our enjoyment of watching the Olympics and small chat was great. They d9 have Taco Tuesday specials but we miss it due to the window of time. Check them out if you are in the area and love authentic cuisine!

This spot surprised me in the best way. Came in looking for…read morea solid lunch and ended up finding one of the better Salvadoran meals I've had in the DMV. The service was on point, quick, welcoming, and they actually guided me toward something great instead of just taking the order. Went with the Plato Brian and it was the right call. Everything on the plate was flavorful, well-cooked, and satisfying without feeling sloppy. The handmade tortillas really sealed it for me, there's something about that fresh, slightly imperfect texture that just hits different. Took me straight back to homemade meals. Had to try the pupusas too, cheese & pork is my go-to, and these delivered. Crispy outside, packed with flavor inside. Also, I've been searching for a good horchata around the DMV, and this one is definitely up there. Smooth, not chalky, and a little sweet (which I personally prefer). Big bonus: I grabbed food to-go for my wife, who's vegetarian, and they had legit options, not just an afterthought. She tried the spinach, loroco & cheese, and bean & cheese pupusas, plus the Salvadoran breakfast, and was impressed. This is the kind of place that does the basics really well, and that's what keeps people coming back.

I've been going to Angel Las Delicias for years, usually stopping by after work, and it never…read moredisappoints. My go-to is the pescado frito (fried fish). It's always crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and seasoned just right. I usually keep it simple and get it with salad or vegetables, and it hits every time. So delicious. The restaurant itself is spacious and clean, and they stay pretty busy with both dine-in and carryout orders, which is always a good sign. It is located in a sketchy part of Laurel, so just be mindful of that when you're heading over. But overall, if you're craving authentic Salvadorian food, this spot is definitely worth it.