Our first time at Parrando's. The service was excellent. Our server was new, but he had obviously…read morebeen well trained. The food was delicious. Everything came out exactly as we had ordered. It was piping hot and tasty. The combination chicken and steak fajitas were amazing. We will be back soon.

Parrando's has become our go‑to Tex‑Mex spot for a reason. The ambience is always pleasant and…read morecomfortable, especially around the bar area where we prefer to sit. It has that perfect balance of lively and relaxed, making it easy to settle in and enjoy lunch.. We always stick to our usual -- the large margaritas and the fried chicken wings with Mexican rice -- and they never disappoint. Honestly, this is probably the best fried chicken in all of NOVA. Crispy, flavorful, and consistently excellent. It's the kind of dish you never get tired of ordering. What really sets Parrando's apart is the service. Sitting at the bar is a must for us because the bartenders make the experience. Josue has always been fantastic, and now with Alex -- who came over from Los Carnales -- it's even better. Having two of the best bartenders in town behind the same bar was a great surprise and makes every visit feel even more welcoming. Parrando's continues to deliver great food, great drinks, and great people. It's the kind of place you look forward to returning to every time.

Casa Tequila & Bar is honestly such a hidden gem in the area. My friend and I came here for a…read moremargarita night since they offer margarita flights, which was a fun experience. There are so many flavors to choose from, and you can get the flights either regular or frozen, which adds a nice twist. The food is also very good and affordable. Our go-to is always the Birria Quesadilla. Even though it's listed under appetizers, the portion is huge and definitely fills me up as a full meal. The space itself is surprisingly large. Strangely, every time we've been here, it has never been full, which I honestly don't understand. Service is always very fast! Food comes out quickly after it's ordered. I would highly recommend Casa Tequila over places like Uncle Julio's or Chuy's--the food quality here is just so much better. It's a sleeper spot that deserves way more recognition.

First timer! Staff greeted us at the door. We had a nice table. Server was very attentive…read more Food was hot and tastefully made. The chips were hot. The salsa had some good flavor. They make it on site. The trio of enchiladas were very large. We opted last minute to order their flight of margaritas. The portion of each tasting was so large. They offer several flavors. It's a pricey cocktail($20) but they give you enough.

House Margarita never disappoints! Service is great and there's plenty of parking. Their chips and…read morequeso are sooooo good!

We come here several times in a month, we truly enjoy the food and the staff is so friendly,…read moreincluding the manager Mr. Ismael. If you want to eat well!!! And be 100% satisfied....This is the place!! FRESH AND DELICIOUS... reasonable price, Margaritas are delicious and strong. Th atmosphere is great, they play really good music. Food portions are generous and food is authentic with flavor.

My experience was wonderful, the food was very delicious and the service was very good. We were…read moreserved by a very good and friendly waitress, all very tasty thank you helma for your service!!!

I really wanted to like Uncle Julio's. I went in optimistic, hungry, and fully prepared to declare…read moreit my new go-to. And then... well... queso happened. And not much else. Let's start with the high point: the thin tortilla chips and queso were excellent. Light, crispy, and dangerously easy to keep eating long after you should've stopped. Honestly, if the meal had ended there, we might be talking 5 stars and a very different review. But then came my main--a chimichanga-style appetizer that showed up absolutely smothered in a mysterious brown sauce. Not drizzled. Not thoughtfully applied. Drowned. The kind of sauce that makes you wonder if it lost a bet. I gave it a fair shot, but it just wasn't for me. In the spirit of teamwork, I sampled around the table. A colleague's shrimp taco? Better, but not exactly memorable. A bite of steak quesadilla? Let's just say it didn't inspire any follow-up bites. To their credit, the service was good--attentive, friendly, and on top of things. My Diet Coke arrived exactly as advertised, which in some places is apparently a high bar, so points there. Prices were also reasonable, which softened the blow a bit. Still, in an area packed with solid Mexican options, this felt like a "close, but no cigar" situation. I came in hoping for a new favorite and left thinking the queso might be the only thing worth a return trip--and even that feels like a stretch. Three stars: one for the chips, one for the queso, and one for the effort.

Omgosh! SO delicious. So fresh. And the best customer service. Casa De Avila Tacos is awesome!…read moreHighly recommend! Can't wait to go back.

I rate restaurants within their category and concept. I am not comparing a neighborhood Mexican…read morerestaurant to a Michelin star fine dining experience. If a place delivers quality food, represents its cuisine well, and exceeds expectations for its setting, that earns a high rating from me. We recently visited Casa De Avila in Leesburg, and I have to start with the horchata because it was truly the star of the meal. I am of Mexican heritage, my mom is Mexican, and I grew up drinking homemade horchata. This one tasted just like it should. It was creamy, clearly made with milk and condensed milk, with that soft sweetness and a gentle hint of cinnamon. It honestly tasted homemade, and that alone made me smile. Now, it is hard for me personally to give most Mexican restaurants 5 stars, and that has more to do with my background than the restaurant itself. I was born and raised in Los Angeles and grew up eating incredible home cooking from my mom, who is an amazing cook. That naturally shapes my expectations. In the DMV area, it has been tough to find truly authentic Mexican flavors. With the exception of La Jarochita, and Mancha Cocina Mexicana, which is more elevated but very well done, good Mexican food can be hard to come by here. All that said, Casa De Avila serves very good food and is probably the best I have found in this category locally. The sopes were made fresh, which makes a huge difference in both flavor and texture. The tacos were solid overall. The asada was very good, well seasoned and flavorful. The al pastor was good, but it did not quite have that deep, traditional flavor you get from proper trompo style preparation. The esquites were also tasty, and the kids loved that they added hot Cheetos. That is a trend we saw in Los Angeles years ago, so it felt fun and nostalgic to see it here. If I could offer one suggestion, it would be about the salsa. The salsa served tasted more like a bottled style Mexican salsa. I would love to see a true house made salsa roja or salsa verde, the kind where you char the tomatoes, tomatillos, chiles, and onions before blending. That deep roasted flavor is such a big part of authentic Mexican cooking and would elevate the whole experience even more. The service was amazing from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and attentive, and the staff really helped make the experience even better. Overall, Casa De Avila is doing a lot right. The food is flavorful, the horchata is exceptional, and it stands out in an area where good Mexican food is not easy to find. While my personal background makes me a tough critic, this is still a place I would happily return to. A solid 4 stars.

Love this place great food great service 5 stars. Would recommend for all who come through Ashburn…read moreVA

Senor Tequila's is a casual Mexican restaurant located in Loudoun Station in Ashburn. There's…read moreplenty of parking in the lot behind the complex as well as street parking in front of the establishment. The ambiance can be described as eclectic and family friendly. It's good for big groups and quick service. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, which makes it optimal for a casual hang. The first time I went, I went with my friend for happy hour and we sat outside. They have $3 tacos and $6 margaritas from 3-7pm. Our server was under 21 and forgot to tell his coworkers about our orders a couple times and we had to keep asking for chips, but my friend and I were having fun so it wasn't that big of a deal. The food was sooo good. The taco meat was flavorful and cooked well, the guac was seasoned and fresh, and the margarita was delicious. Overall, everything was a good portion for the price. The second time I went, our server was really nice. She perpetually checked in, filled our waters and was very kind. The tacos were a good size, came with a lot of rice and beans, and were topped with a fresh salsa.They were kind of expensive, but reasonable for the area. I would definitely go back with my family or with a big group for happy hour.

Had dinner here while in town and it was really good. I was staying in the area and La Perla was…read morewithin short walking distance. Greeted walking in and seated in the same minute. The place is festive and bright inside, an impressive menu with lots of options. After giving it a once over, started with a Michelada and a bean and cheese quesadilla, it was a really good start. La Perla is known for its seafood, so I went for the Branzino, whole fish head on. The fish was so tender and flaky, just delicious. Served with fresh guacamole, rice, and a salad, with some fresh tortillas. This was an excellent dish and worth a try. 4.5 Stars rounded up for the kind hosts and cold libation 01094

if ever I could feel reverse racism in Loudon County this is the place. They seemed as if they…read moredidn't want me in their restaurant and weren't very friendly at all. I ordered pupusa's and next day paid for it on the porcelain throne. I'm not racist phobia but I'm telling you they didn't like this gringo in their restaurant.

I've been enjoying Anita's breakfast burritos for many many years... it's a Northern VA staple!!…read more While near this location one morning I stopped in for their original, signature breakfast burrito with extra red sauce inside. Service was quick, as I ordered via the kiosk when I went in. They were a little bust, as there were three others waiting for food ahead of me and a few more that walked in after I came in. I waited maybe less than 5 minutes for my food to be made. Took it back to my hotel and enjoyed that burrito!! They do a nice job with them... the balance of flavors and the freshness - it was all great! This place gets overly judged, which is unfortunate for places that have been around, locally for so many years (even tho this is new location for the chain)... Overall, it's really good and I'm always happy when I have their breakfast burritos!

Solid place for New Mexico style dishes. Its right in front of the ice rink and makes for an easy…read morelunch choice if you don't want to always get the pizza at Slice Theory. Our server was very attentive. The inside is set up like most of the other locations with ample seating and not too loud. The kids meals are a great option, since they are truly just smaller potions of the adult entrees and not made bland and flavorless like other restaurants do. My kids loved the taquitos, rice and beans. The lunch specials are good options- the mini chimichanga combo was very tasty and a good size portion for lunch. And of course the chips are always welcome.

This was my go-to in Herndon.... Glad they opened a 2nd location…read more The staff is friendly and are great at assembing my bowl. I deviated from my usual by getting half half meats...which I never knew was an option! The main selling points are the price and guac included. The fajita ipeppers are always fresh and crisp. This location is slightly on the smaller side with little a few seats in front of the counter. There is plenty of parking shared by neighboring stores and restaurants. Would I return? Most likely if I'm in the area!

The service was great! I wasn't a fan of the food the chicken didn't taste super cooked and some…read moretoppings weren't fully cooked for example the fajitas and onions. They had a strawberry mint lemonade which was very refreshing and made fresh!

I arrived at the restaurant around 12 PM on a Tuesday. The tables were mostly full, but the patio…read morewas empty and the turnover at tables seemed fast. I waited in line to place my order and it took a bit for one family to order but after a few minutes I was in front. Their menu didn't explicitly seem to have the birria tacos listed but I had seen that they were available every Tuesday on their website and they had an article printed about the birria tacos so I asked. The cashier let me know they serve birria tacos everyday! So I placed my order for two tacos and a tres leches. I grabbed water and sat down, expecting that they'd call out my name, but they actually serve your meals directly to you which was very nice! Someone also came around to bring the hot sauce rack to my table which was very nice, as I was interested in trying these. Everything was delicious. I loved the birria tacos, and the spicy hot sauce added a nice touch without being overwhelmingly spicy. The tres leches cake was brought to me at the end of my meal, and it was sweet and moist! Definitely a place to stop by if you're in the area!

Does Zocalo mean Joke in Spanish? It must as I was not impressed with this place at all. I did like…read morethat you could order different tacos in the combo. There was an 85 cent uncharge for shrimp and shrimp tacos are one of my favorites (al pastor being another in my top 100). It looked delicious but as I was eating, I realized there were only TWO shrimp in it... and they weren't big either. The Chorizo may have been the blandest (most bland) chorizo I ever had. It had zero redness and tasted like ground beef dusted chorizo spice (I think the Spice Girls kicked her out early, BTW). The chicken taco was decent and what you'd expect. For &17 for 3 tacos and can of Coke Zero, I was disappointed. I should have just gone to Sheetz for their 6 tacos for $6 instead. IYKYK! ;)