Los Potrillos

This place was awesome. I had read several reviews on Yelp, all suggesting this restaurant. We…read morewent on a Thursday evening, around 6:30 pm and were told there would be a 15 minute wait. We only waited about 5 minutes and we're then seated. There was a margarita special for only $2.99. My husband got a frozen one and I tried a taste of it. It was very good. We had chips and salsa and ordered a side of cheese dip. Just the two of us ate one and a half baskets of chips. Our meals were excellent. We each got a dish that included steak, chicken, shrimp, and chorizo, along with rice and a side of flour tortillas. It also came with beans, but we got double rice instead. Overall we would definitely recommend this restaurant to those in town for one day or those moving into the area.

I should have walked away when I smelled something rancid. Chips were stale. Chicken was dry…read more Flavors were bland. I felt sick after lunch. Service was fine

20oz Modelo and soccer

Pork tacos (not always available so be sure to ask) very good.

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3.8(115 reviews)

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CLOSED. This place used to be our favorite Mexican food…read morespot. Then they closed for "remodeling," but it's been almost a year and they're still closed. We really miss it!

This is the 3rd and last of the 3 sit down Mexican restaurants in Front Royal that we have tried…read more We started with chips and salsa and a surprisingly tasty coleslaw. They had a $5.50 lime margarita special....did not need the 2nd one but yummy. I ordered the Rancho Nuevo Fajitas - there was plenty for two people to fully enjoy and still bring some home. Wonderful flavors, the char added an extra yumm factor She had the Asada plate and enjoyed every bite. A nice thin steak cooked perfectly with the perfect amount of sides to stuff the tortillas. To top it off we had a tasty flan. I would have preferred a warm sauce over the top but it was still enjoyable. Out of the 3 Mexican restaurants this has become our new #1, the salsa bar has won us over.

Salsa bar.

Burrito

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Exterior. Lots of free parking.

Sol y Luna Cal Mex Food

4.8(12 reviews)

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My family was staving when we left Shenandoah National Park but since we're just visiting here, we…read moredid not know where to go. So glad we stopped and ate here. The food was authentic, fresh and absolutely delicious. Also, the portions were huge!

We were in the mood for something different than our usual & came across Sol y Luna with high…read moreratings. We drove to the location, didn't see it at first, then saw the food trailer in the back corner of the parking lot. At first I thought, nah... I want a sit down restaurant, but decided to take a look at the menu. Do NOT do what I almost did ...and drive away! We studied the menu, ordered, and WOW! what a surprise!!! 1-The containers of food were HEAVY! My eyes popped when I saw the generous portion size 2-The food had a LOT of flavor! Although we had the option of adding sauce, the food had a lot of flavor on its own 3-Very friendly couple making & serving the food 4-I admit I don't usually seek out food trucks/trailers, but this one IS WORTH STOPPING AT. 5-It left an impression... we don't live in the area, but the next time we drive thru, we WILL RETURN to order again! So glad we stopped by for our lunch & highly recommend it to others!!! You can tell the dish was made with love.

Our fresh carne asada

Chicken quesadilla

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Shrimp for the shrimp tacos

Element

4.1(286 reviews)

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Hard to think of anything but nice things to say about this fine establishment…read more The libations menu was extraordinary and the old fashion spinoff with elements of chocolate (with a fanciful name which I cannot recall) was smoky and delicious. The mussels were generously portioned, and paired well with the complimentary freshly baked bread. The bread also came with olive oil, but we wound up dipping it in the mussel butter juice because we couldn't get enough. For entrees, we ordered the Grilled Beef Bistro Tenders Bowl & the House Salad topped with salmon - each artisanly crafted and mouthwateringly delicious. On top of it all, the service was outstanding. A kind young lady whom I believe was the owner of the restaurant was personally attentive to all the tables. Although I'm sure the dessert would have been indulgent, we decided to go to the similarly charming C&C Frozen Treats a few doors down for a scoop of Front Royal's best ice cream!

Great dinner last evening. Pleasant atmosphere and great service. The food was outstanding. Highly…read morerecommend the cheese plate as an appetizer. Really nice and tasty. The coconut shrimp was excellent. Steaks were delicious and came with a choice of sauce. Shrimp and grits also great. The best restaurant we have found in FR.

Bar

House made bread

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4.3(23 reviews)

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Food is authentic, excellent, generously portioned and VERY reasonably priced. Ambiance is cozy and…read morecolorful.

Authentic and so good! An absolutely chance find. Passing…read morethrough and looking for a mailbox. Directions were spot on. And a mailbox is right in front of this restaurant. Hmmm! What a lucky find. Great service and they want you to enjoy their cuisine. A good menu. Almost all elements are corn-based. Gluten free hurrah! Good clean perfectly seasoned food. Not overwhelming. Jusssst right.

Horchata, chips and salsa.

Mixed fajitas! YUUUUMMMMM

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Facade

Chipotle Mexican Grill

2.0(34 reviews)

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My favorite restaurant in all the world - Chipotle. This particular location is very fine. Easy…read moreordering and nice table layout. Free parking - very reasonable prices -

Ate here for lunch today. Service was quick, friendly, and food was tasty! I got my food to go but…read moreinside looked clean.

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Talk Of The Mountain Seafood

4.9(7 reviews)

3.2 mi

Love Talk of the Mountain. For great crab cakes best in the area. Picked up 5 crab cakes for dinner…read moreuncooked and cooked at home in the broiler they were great.

Very pleasant staff, consistently good food, worth the drive. Interior is simple & plain, but your…read moretaste buds won't care about the dining room not being fancy... definitely consider Talk of the Mountain if nearby!

Hush puppies and Ma's potato salad

Menu of items

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Jumbo lump crab cake

Main Street Daily Grind

3.9(131 reviews)

3.2 mi

Charming place to eat breakfast and have a cup of coffee. We went at the right time - early in the…read moremorning for breakfast on a Sunday. I liked the ambience and the cozy vibe & seating areas. I rarely eat breakfast out, so this was a rare moment for me. There is only one single bathroom available for all genders. They didn't have Stevia and Splenda, so I skipped coffee. I also noticed they didn't serve coffee in a mug and saucer, which I thought they would have - like a typical breakfast diner place like IHOP or Waffle House. I ordered a cup of their pumpkin vegetable soup and my first Lox & Bagel Sandwich. It is a seasoned bagel sandwich with smoked salmon, cream cheese, tomato, onions, and capers. One of the best sandwiches in my life. I ate a few bites of it and saved the rest for my lunch. My pumpkin vegetable soup was so so and lackluster. It had more corn and a few pumpkin pieces that looked like carrots with little flavor and seasoning. We shared a Fresca for our breakfast drink. My husband ordered a bagel breakfast sandwich on a bagel and another on flatbread. We both agreed enthusiastically that the bagel sandwiches were excellent. Despite not having Stevia or Splenda and having to wait in line for the one single bathroom available, I am giving this place 5 stars for their excellent sandwiches, good service, and cozy ambience. I would definitely come back here for the lox and bagel sandwich and bring my own Splenda & stevia for coffee here.

Cute cafe on main street. You order as you come in and sit once given a number card. Menu itself is…read morepretty big so there are different options all around. Service was very quick with food considering it was 12pm on a Sunday. Both sandwiches were really good, and came out hot! I loved my chicken sandwich. The black coffee was really good! We tried the trail-mix latte and it was average to us. Cute place to come to hike strolling around!

Inside

Caprese Salad

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Mom's Country Kitchen

4.1(106 reviews)

3.6 mi

Amazing presentation of food. All of it was delicious. I really enjoyed the turkey club sandwich…read more The chicken fried steak was delicious. Our server was attentive friendly and gave us great service. It looks like this business has been running for a few years. You see yourself food is great.

My boyfriend and I decided to stop here while passing through Front Royal after Skyline Drive, and…read morewe couldn't have picked a better place to satisfy our cravings for homestyle comfort food! Service was fairly quick, and my salisbury steak was the best I've ever had. The sides of coleslaw and (super buttery) mashed potatoes were also flavorful and filling and balanced the meal out perfectly. We found the peach cobbler to be a tad sweet for our taste, but it was such a hearty meal overall.

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Taco Bell

2.0(22 reviews)

2.6 mi

This is a review of the breakfast at Taco Bell. As far as the rest of goes, I think everyone know…read morethe type of food you find at Taco Bell. The inexpensive bastardization of Mexican faire that seems to be fuel for stoners, drunks and video game aficionados. Not saying that I don't enjoy it from time to time. However, I had heard of a taco made from a waffle (just as I had once heard of a taco made entirely of Doritos), and my curiosity was piqued. Heath and digestion be damned, I decided to allow myself to try it out. And the review is... ...It's not bad. For a fast food joint, the eggs taste like eggs. That is novel. They are scrambled and served atop a sausage patty or with bacon, and topped with cheese. Served with a packet of syrup. They also have a very nice little breakfast burrito-ey thing called the AM Crunch Wrap. That one is really good! A hashbrown and eggs in a tortilla with either bacon, sausage or steak, and a mildly spicy sauce. Actually, I DO really like that, and I would choose it if I were a regular consumer of fast-food breakfasts. Be warned though: the Crunchwraps are between 650 and 710 calories, and chock full of salt.

Seriously I've been a regular customer here for almost 5 years, but I rarely come here now ever…read moresince they started shrinking the portion size of the meat. Less than half of what they used to give. I miss Taco Bell but i get more for my money elsewhere.

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april s.

17 years ago

I just want to tell that the person who had ploblemas your check is true, these people are like that. the first owner was in jail and one of them reported it to mexico to do business fraud and selling drugs there. another owner came out of jail that lasted 2 years and another out here less than a year ago. and the move from court to court. take extra care. with these people. and never eat very safe because they have the reputation for having rats in the kitchen read more

Mister V.

325

1621

2 years ago

Los Potrillos in Front Royal, VA: Overall: * Good food: The food was enjoyable, especially the shrimp tacos. * Pleasant atmosphere: The restaurant had a nice ambiance. Room for improvement: * Service: The service could be a bit more attentive. Additional notes: * Weekly kids' meal specials: This is a great option for families. * Casual atmosphere: It's a good place for a relaxed vibe. read more

Jose C.

15 years ago

Im driving from Ohio going to d.c. For the weekend and I ended up stopping by Los Potrillos... I must admit that the food has been some of the best Mexican food compared to were I'm from... The service was friendly and prompt the good was even better couldn't ask for anything better... I would recommend this place to Anyone that likes Mexican food... read more

Rory M.

12 years ago

We ate here Saturday evening, the Platter was very good. We had the One taco and two enchiladas. It reminded us of this place in San Antonio Texas. I love Sloppy tacos and enchiladas. Eggs ranchero were not on the evening menu but they made them and they were wonderful. We will return! read more

C M.

17 years ago

Staff is the best...friendly and speak ENGLISH! Food excellent and plentiful. Love the place. Need to be there before 4:30 any night to get in. The decor' needs revisions. Take hint from my fav place Don Pablo's in Manassas. That place looks like a Mexican garden. read more

Courtney L.

10 years ago

I'm not a fan of this place. it's very loud and the food was not the greatest too much sauce almost no actual food and the service was terrible. read more

Syl W.

2 years ago

Los Potrillos is one of my favorite restaurants in Front Royal as well as friends who I meet there for lunch !

Todd E.

452

12 years ago

We like it here for a casual lunch. The soupa Azteca is very large serving and quite delicious.

Ann M.

7 years ago

Love their food. Service is always great. Try their margaritas!!

Angela G.

14 years ago

Really good food loved the kids eat free deal on Wed.

Toshia S.

4 years ago

Delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Everything never disappoints

Carolina R.

12 years ago

Great food and Great service!

Los Potrillos - mexican - Updated October 2026

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