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Mi Vida

4.0 (250 reviews)
PriceyMexican
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Riley G.

Raul our server was so sweet! This was our first time visiting. It was the post-work rush, and things were a bit chaotic. We watched at least 4 tables be brought the wrong order, and there were managers roving around all over the place. I didn't realize that sitting in the "Dine-In" area excluded you from all Happy Hour offerings, which would have been nice to know. Our food and drinks were great! Very pretty decor on the inside.

Frozen mango margarita
Grace Y.

Mi Vida is a fun take on Mexican food. I got the Pescado Frito con Papas which is their version of fish and chips. Super yummy! The fish was flaky and high quality. The fries were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Also got their frozen mango margarita and that was such a treat on a warm day. Came with a small group with a reservation so we were seated right away once everyone arrived. The waiter was so patient in explaining their menu and making recommendations. He was attentive the entire time we were there (and kept bringing us more drinks). Location-wise, Mi Vida is quite accessible via Metro or walking since it's in Penn Quarter and there's a few museums and other points of interest in that area.

Lupe M.

The vibe was giving upscale Mexican cuisine. Service was great for the most part. Greeted and seated pretty quickly. Initially, our waiter was on top of everything continually to check on us but towards the end of the meal he was hard to find at time. The food itself was really good. We were a party of 6 and were told we could only use two cards for payment. 20% gratuity was automatically included without us being told.

Tacos dorados, a birria taco, a camarones taco, and chips & salsa roja.
Heidi M.

What a fun spot! Amazing happy hour/lunch specials if you sit at the bar. I went with a friend and we ordered the tacos dorados, a birria taco, a camarones taco, and chips & salsa roja. For beverages, we got a De La Casa margarita and Corona Extra. Everything was delicious; however, the salsa was much spicier than the advertised "medium" heat. We were unable to finish it, and we both like spice, so we were surprised and wished someone would have told us about the spice level when we ordered it. Service was a bit slow because there was a large party already at the bar, but everyone was friendly. Atmosphere is very cool. Location is awesome and convenient. Check it out!

Snazzy!
Terry F.

I had a no-nonsense lunch here earlier today. It was easily accessible from the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro station. Check-in (with Resy) reservation was seamless and the waiter presented the lunch and cocktail menu right after I was seated. I chose the lunch special and a Mexican Coke. The food was of good quality and a smallish, but adequate, portion size.

Un Poco De Todo
Min Z.

The service was excellent, friendly and attentive. We ordered Un Poco de Todo, which was a selection of its most popular bites. The portion was incredibly generous at an amazing price. We were pleasantly surprised. I will definitely come back for more.

Rumesh V.

We were here to celebrate one of our friend's birthday. Glad we reserved the time around the Wizards game as this place wasn't crowded much as the game was going on. Parking can be hard to find in the area during the game days. I recommend taking the metro or bike if you live in DC. The ambiance was great. The service was great as well. The server recommended some of her favorite apps to start with. Highly recommend the freshly made quac and hot salsa with the chips. So good. One of the best hot salsa in the city. For entrees I ordered the chicken fajita and my husband ordered the birria tacos. The tacos did not come with the sauce. We thought the birria tacos was suppose to come with the sauce. When we asked the server she said you have to order it separately. Well that's mostly why I am giving them 4 stars and also the chicken in my fajita was pretty dry. I had to dip it in the hot salsa to make it nice and juicy.

Where are the customers? Only one other table seated
Rumit P.

The ambiance and decor are super cool! The service was great--prompt, friendly, consistent, and pleasant! I ordered a margarita at the bar, which was tasty and prepped with a salted rim and made quickly but barely had any alcohol in it. Why not just call it a mocktail? For my meal, I ordered the deviled eggs, vegetarian nachos, and cornbread, which is a weird combination, I know, but it all tasted great! The cornbread was in the shape of corn and came with a hard block of brown butter. The nachos were a big portion. I asked for habanero sauce, and it was the mildest habanero I've ever had. I also ordered birria tacos to go that were not good at all. They weren't shredded as I expected but rather giant hard unseasoned blocks of meat. Definitely avoid! Overall,

Carne Camarones Tacos
Ifeoma I.

This was my first time at Mi Vida gallery place location. There is a Taco Tuesdays and weekday happy hour menu until 7pm which we took advantage of. We stopped by ~4pm on a weekday and were seated immediately without reservations, but after 5pm it started to get a little crowded so dinger reservations might be better. I got the carne and camarones (shrimp) tacos which were really good. The carne came with a sauce that had a little hot kick so something to be aware of. There were also a number of happy hour drink options although none of us indulged in them. Great spot for a quick drink or lunch or dinner alone or with friends while in the area. Service was good but became a little slow as the restaurant got busy. Would recommend!

Breana S.

Food was very good! I had the cod fish tacos after work enjoyed it. The server was so kind every time she came to the table!

Naranjas Enchiladas
Nicholas C.

Ultimately, this was a disappointing experience. The food wasn't anything to rave about. The drinks didn't make up for it either. One of my friends kept saying his fish had more breading than fish. After trying it myself, I agreed. The taste was awful, and I was honestly surprised he didn't send it back. If they had toned down (or properly seasoned) the breading, it might have been decent. My other friend said her tacos were fine, but the price point didn't match what she got. My burger was okay, nothing special. The best thing I had all night was the chips and salsa. I also ordered a glass of wine, and the glassware wasn't very clean. You could clearly see streaks and scratches on it, which didn't help the overall impression. I wouldn't recommend this as a first date spot or really a date spot in general. I will say, they were clearly going for a certain ambiance, and I can appreciate that. Unfortunately, the arena's large LED sign shines directly through the top windows at night. If you're seated facing it, it's almost blinding. Adding a shade or darker tint to that upper window would make a big difference. Oh and bathrooms were horribly designed. It was dark walking up the ramp (which is a trip hazard) and signage was nonexistent until you got up to the door opening. I regret recommending this place to my friends, but hey at least we can say we tried it. I wouldn't return to this location. I'd suggest going to the Wharf location instead.

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Sheneil B.

Service was amazing from walking in to leaving. The vibe was chill but elevated, with nice big windows to look out. Had the birria tacos, guacamole and chips and I would recommend.

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Latesha J.

After visiting the DC holiday market, we stopped in to Mi Vida. There was a hockey game going on at the arena so the wait was about an hour. The food was definitely worth the wait. - The guacamole was really good with a hint of spice - the plantains came with sides of a cream and queso Fresca similar to what you would place on elote. It was a pleasant surprise. - the quesadilla was flavorful but the presentation was lazy. I also asked for jalapeños in the quesadilla and instead they gave me a whole charred jalapeño which was not ideal. My friends also enjoyed their meals. The decor was cute and gives a romantic vibe. I could see this as a cute date night and still has the space to be a good girls night out spot as well.

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Still one of my favorite Jose Andres restaurants. Reservations are highly recommended especially…read morebefore a Cap 1 Arena event. A great way to start is their guacamole. You can order it mild, medium or spicy. I found the medium spice was just right. We also like their version of Caesar salad. Like how they added a lot of anchovies. My two favorite dishes to share are the Camarones Al mojo de Ajo Negro- like the Mexican version of Gambas al ajillo and Bistec Con Mole Coloradito- grilled flank steak with excellent mole sauce. Order this medium-rare, sometimes they overcook it if it's really packed. Their tacos are really good, and most are priced $7 each so you can pick and choose. Fish taco was my favorite out of the bunch. I also liked their chicken enchiladas. Cocktail menu is pretty good but their signature margarita drink is a must. We recently tried their Baja Gin&Tonic. It's so refreshing and a great drink. For dessert, save room for the Cafe de Olla. It is so good.

We ate dinner early. The restaurant had not yet reached its dinner crush…read more My wife and I were sat at a table for two. Within 5 minutes another couple was seated at a table next to us (table tops about 12" apart). It had the feeling of eating at a table with strangers. With all the space in the restaurant, why not spread guests out? It was very difficult to have a conversation without feeling that you were sharing content with the neighbors. Additionally, when the waiter served the table next to us his butt was literally an inch or two from my face. Very hard to enjoy a meal when someone's rear is in your face. I simply stopped eating and leaned away. Food came. Tamal Rojo and a chicken taco. Both were rather bland. Asked for Tabasco - didn't have any. Brought house made habanero sauce which helped a lot. Our waitress was sweet and did a good job but just couldn't overcome the environment. In all we were eager to try it out - but quite disappointed in leaving. I can't imagine coming back.

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Our entire experience at dLeña could be summed up in one word - "wow"! When we entered, we found a…read moremodern, stunning bar and a dining room that was buzzing with hip clientele. The hosts and our server were all fantastically gracious and friendly. Plus, the food was spectacular! The restaurant also housed the Roja Jazz Lounge in the basement, which we were hoping to find a seat at after our meal in order to enjoy a nightcap. Keeping that goal in mind, I skipped having a beverage with my meal. Instead, I went immediately to my entree of a whole, butterflied branzino. One half of the fish was coated with green adobo chili, while the other was sprinkled with the red version. The fish was topped with a ripe slaw made from citrus and cherry heirloom tomatoes. It was served with a grilled avocado half stuffed with a scoop of corn salsa sitting where the pit had been removed, as well as several flour tortillas if I wanted to make my own wraps. The branzino was moist, flavorful, and uniquely prepared. My companion ordered the short rib tacos, and he absolutely adored the tender meat and grilled vegetables. After we completed our delectable meal, we headed downstairs to the lounge, where we were, thankfully, able to grab two seats at the bar, while a live jazz band performed in the corner. In addition to the small bar counter, there were some chair-less high-top tables and larger, more comfortable lounge seating. Our barstools allowed us the ability to scan their over 100 mezcals and tequilas. The selection was impressive, but their cocktail list was also something of which they should be proud. My Pina Punch included Del Maguey Puebla Coconut Fat-Washed Mezcal, a ginger-mint syrup, lime, and pineapple soda. It was served in a glass that resembled a whole pineapple. The drink was sweet, refreshing, and offered a slight kick from the ginger. It was a combination of many items that I adored, so I was happy! The beautiful d'Leña really evangelized its namesake, "leña," which translated to "firewood", in its rustic decor, wood-fired food preparations, and smoky agave beverages. They managed to stand by that theme and execute it all with class, making it truly worth your visit.

I stumbled upon this place after coming to the restaurant I wanted to go to and it was closed…read more Didn't know this was a Michelin Guided restaurant. This isn't your typical Mexican restaurant as their Mexican dishes are added with an extra hint of pizaz. Crab Guacamole (5/5): The portion does look small, but it was packed with flavor. The crab was seasoning with this delicates spice and mixed with the guacamole. Horchatas (3/5): Honestly too creamy for me. Seafood enchilada (5/5): Comes with seafood like crab and shrimp. It's mixed with powerful flavor. Churros (5/5); Crispy on the outside and fluffy in the inside as it was perfect. The ice in the middles was perfect as a refresher. It also comes with a caramel dipping sauce. I definitely recommend this place for a night out.

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3.9(1.6k reviews)
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Posting about a month after eating here and realize they are currently closed for repairs…read more Mi Vida is a "go to" when company is in town since everyone typically can find something they like on the menu. Sitting outside gives a great opportunity for people watching and enjoy the fresh air. We started with queso fundido, it was different than what we were expecting. Very thick cheese that we had to cut or use our fingers to rip apart - it is not a dippy king of queso. We broke some chips trying to get it out. Also it comes with soft tortillas but we asked for chips as well. Decent flavor but not something we would order again. All the tacos are good. The vegetable ones were really delicious and so glad I tried them. I'd definitely order them again. Can't go wrong with a carne asada taco either! Two tacos per order. We also had a side of sweet potato fries as a side. Service was okay. We were the end table and things moved at a very relaxing pace. Not sure if it's because of our location or the server was busy with other tables, but we definitely had to flag down for drink refills and getting the check. Nothing that should hinder you from going, but good to be aware. Look forward to them reopening!

Hosts and Servers are always friendly here! Table service with a view of the sunset.. paired with…read morefresh guacamole and chips - what else could there be? Creative cocktails, non alcohol selection and mocktails. The enchiladas Suisa are a bit tangy and spicy, plentiful with chicken. The platano maduro are like a desert, sweet and topped with crema.

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