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    Pa’ Tortas El Papi

    4.8 (36 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    The tacos are absolutely delicious. This is the Mexican flavor Fredericksburg was in absolute need of. The tacos are served freshly made, hot, tasty and with friendly customer service. The standard garnish of onion, cilantro, sliced radishes and salsa served with a regional twist of cucumber--which is characteristic of North Eastern Mexican food (like they're made in Tamaulipas). I can't say much more than once you try them, you'll know that they're Mexican. The tacos de asada are generously filled with steak that has been finely chopped with a cleaver--like at every taco stand in Mexico. Try it. You won't regret it. They are now set up at a new location by Advanced Auto Parts.

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    Food was amazing!! Service was great. You really should try this place out!!! Price was reasonable as well. Love it. So glad we tried it.

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    Meagan N.

    Yum! Freshly made tacos at a great price point. Four tacos for only $11! I was very pleased. These aren't my favorite tacos in the area, but a solid option. The tacos were very flavorful and I like the touch of cucumber. I found some of the meat to be a bit dry, particularly the chicken. Their verde sauce was delicious. I just wish they gave more of it. They're made fresh so expect to wait a bit!

    Susie W.

    The best authentic tacos - highly recommend trying this food truck! The food is made to order, prepared quickly, and they have a great 3 for $8 taco deal so you can mix and match to try different combos! You can tell this family owned/operated business is a favorite among locals as there is always a crowd from open to close. A definitely must-try if you're in Rosslyn.

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    Christine S.

    These are the best, most authentic tacos we've had yet in our 4+ years living in the DMV. (Although, to be fair, we haven't made it to that other Arlington taco truck yet. We'll get our butts over there someday!) They make their tortillas in-house, and that quality comes through in the texture and taste. My only criticism for the tacos would be that I personally prefer my carne asada to have a bit more char. For himself, my boyfriend ordered the torta cubana. For those of you who didn't know (I certainly didn't), the torta cubana is a completely different sandwich from the cubano! It has things like breaded meat and eggs in it. His main criticism of the torta cubana was: it's so huge! Seriously, it was a massive sandwich that even my boyfriend had trouble finishing it all. This last criticism is unfortunately the most important one, and the reason this otherwise excellent food truck loses a star. The chef was not wearing his mask properly. If your mask isn't covering your nose, it isn't protecting the food and the customers from accidental transmission of pathogens. So, while the food was delicious, we won't be visiting again unless we see that the staff are all wearing their masks properly.

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    Tanj C.

    I've passed this beautiful festive truck several times and finally when I was having a taco obsession, I had to try their tacos! You know how something is so available to you... until you want it! Lol, I walked miles one Sunday so I could finally try Pa' Tortas El Papi's tacos and guess what... the truck wasn't there! Once, I was able to try the tacos I saw their business hours and their not open on Sundays. I made sure to snap a photo of their business hours, which I've attached. Okay now let's talk about the tacoosss. I ordered their 4 tacos special, which is 4 tacos for $10. I ordered two carne asada, one chicken and one chorizo. The tacos are served on two tortillas. It took maybe 5 minutes for them to prepare my food. When I opened my container their presentation was quite nice for a food truck. Four lined up tacos with a cute little Mexican flag in the middle. I love a good presentation, it was so adorable! I loved how The flag informed me they were Mexican tacos. I knew they'd be good from seeing that little flag. You know how else I was assured I was in for a treat, the tacos were served on two tortillas, a sure sign of "tacos authentico"! The tacos come with the meat and they ask if you'd like the onions and cilantro mix, yes! The tacos are also served with lime. I asked for salsa verde and salsa picante, both sauces were delicious. All the tacos were yummy! The chorizo might have been my favorite, I certainly recommend it. If you see that beautiful "Pa' Tortas El Papi" food truck do yourself a favor stop and order some authentic Mexican food, you will not regret it!

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    Trish E.

    My boyfriend and I stayed at Rosslyn and decided to eat here!!! The tacos and torta were really good!! Specially the chorizo!! Really loved it!! Will be coming back soon!!

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    Marita L.

    Best Mexican in the DMV. We love the tacos and tortas. We found this taco truck by accident and are so grateful. So yummy!

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    So so yummy!!! The tacos are so flavorful and fresh. Wish they had chips and salsa/cheese though.

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    Pa' Tortas El Papi has friendly customer service and their food (especially the tacos) is some of the best Real Mexican food in the area.

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    best tacos in the area IMO and the nicest ppl ever. gave my roommate and I a free taco to try once too

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    Gabriel and the crew provide great service. The food is some of the best tacos in the DMV.

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    The food was amazing and the service was awesome. The guy was really nice and funny and an absolute beast at eating spicy wings.

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