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    Surfside Taco Stand

    4.1 (168 reviews)
    ModerateTex-Mex, Tacos
    Open 12:00 am - 2:00 AM, 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    SURFSIDE TACO STAND ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Outdoor seating

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    Erin D.

    Came after a full night out in the DC area! Was going to try and go to 12 stories but they were near closing. Stopped in for tacos and queso and the service was quick and efficient! The queso was really good but quite expensive for the serving size! Nice quaint ambiance right by the harbor!

    Jerk chicken quesadilla
    Kennedi H.

    I think this was good for a late night experience. We went around 1am so this was perfect. The food came out pretty quick. The jerk chicken quesadilla was cooked well but not my favorite. I would not order it again but not their fault. I think I just didn't like the flavor profile. There is outdoor seating and a couple of indoor seats. Parking at the wharf is easily accessible.

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    Elizabeth D.

    Wanted to grab a quick bite to eat while out with friends. This spot is open until 2:00 am which is very convenient if you're already out and about. I had a few of my sisters guacamole and chips and it was pretty solid for a walk up spot. Additionally, the jerk chicken quesadilla was pretty tasty too. It's not the typical savoriness of a quesadilla because they have added pineapples and sweet jerk sauce, which is definitely a different flavor profile than what I was expecting. It wasn't bad but it also just wasn't my cup of tea. You place your order at a kiosk and they call you up by number. It's a walk up stand so the ambiance is definitely causal and a tad bit noisy.

    Cabo San Lucas Horchata Guacamole
    Mila F.

    These tacos are the truth! Ordered to go, super easy quick experience for pick up. I love when rice is well cooked and I loved the yellow rice, so flavorful with lime. The steak was also really tender and they don't skimp on toppings either! This wharf location is pretty small so it's not a full size restaurant. It's small but clean and easy to navigate. And service is polite and friendly. Only thing is the guacuamole "side' really isn't worth the price to me and horchata was just okay.

    Cabo San Lucas
    Gloria M.

    I was pleasantly surprised by how good these tacos were! I tried the Cabo San Lucas which is grilled marinated steak, grilled poblano peppers and onions, guacamole, lime crema, and cilantro on flour tortillas. The steak was well seasoned and tender and it was a huge portion, good quality for the money. The location is small with only about 3 tables available inside, so plan for take away if it's busy.

    Jeongmin H.

    My favorite Mexican spot in DC. Every single thing here is SO delicious. I'm obsessed with their rice I could have a whole meal with just that and hot sauce alone.

    Cabo San Lucas and Negril tacos
    Tom P.

    Surfside is a tasty and less expensive option on the Wharf. The tacos have a Baja flavor and don't skimp on portions. If you are looking for walk around options this is the place for you. Their digital ordering system makes things easy. Full descriptions are presented for free each regional flavor. The digital POS system makes it easy to order and there is convenient indoor and outdoor seating. Stop here for a convenient snack or meal on the Wharf.

    Punta Cana
    Shannon S.

    I stopped by for lunch to try something different. I had the punta cana tacos. The lunch specials come with yellow rice. Flavor wise, I think the tacos were ok, nothing spectacular. The sauce definitely helped because the chicken itself is very bland. My favorite part of the meal was the yellow rice. I received my order pretty fast, the employee I interacted with was cool. I took my food to go but you can sit down and eat if you want to.

    Street Corn
    Shakira T.

    2.8 stars Cute for a quick bite, got the street corn and the shrimp quesadilla. The street corn was good, a little burnt but it's fine. I love street corn. The quesadilla comes with yellow rice. It's definitely not yellow Spanish rice, it's just jasmine rice with a little sazon for color, I can just tell. The service was decent, pretty quick. The shrimp quesadilla was definitely underwhelming, the shrimp isn't really seasoned but with a bit of sauce I was fine. Also (my quesadilla was the kids quesadilla, it comes with a "lemonade", definitely wasn't lemonade and very sweet

    Steak and poblano tacos.   Cabo San Lucas
    Steve F.

    Had the steak and poblano tacos and a cold Corona, excellent tacos, good music and a great spot to people watch while eating. Give them a try.

    Quesadilla - Grilled Steak
    Natarsha W.

    Surfside is the perfect taco spot, tucked right off the Wharf with beautiful views while you eat. The service is fast, even during busy moments, and the food is consistently delicious and filling. The chicken and steak taco will hit every time with a side of Elote. yummy! One of my favorites is the strawberry lemonade--it's so refreshing, it's hard not to order a second one. Honestly, I just wish it came in a larger size--it's that good!

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    1 year ago

    Food is always on point and I love their street corn. Plus they are open late and will deliver

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    1 year ago

    I stopped in while visiting my brother and nephew. The tacos were delicious and I enjoyed they had varying options and more unique flavors.

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    The food is BOMB! I get the steak burrito weekly !! Fresh, delicious and consistently good !

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    Amazing food and great price considering that they're at the wharf. Really enjoy this place one of the better values in the area.

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    How do every single time your rice is crunchy like a Dorito! It's horrible! Never again

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    1 year ago

    Twice, I picked up an incomplete order from this place. I recommend to double check your order before leaving the restaurant

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    Got in from a late flight to DC was the only thing really open. The food was fantastic. service was quick.

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    1 year ago

    A 24 hour taco stand? We have to stan. Everything on this menu is worth a try and they definitely don't skimp on the portions either.

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    Ask the Community - Surfside Taco Stand

    Bartaco - Fish, steak, and chicken taco. Delicious!

    Bartaco

    4.3(51 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    The patio is nice on those warmer days. Drinks, food, and people watching. I've been to many of…read morethese types of places in DC. Sophisticated tacos were good but smaller. My half of chicken was ok. Just grilled and needed lots more seasoning and maybe a side should come with it. The trio was good. The drinks I had weren't strong enough. They had just introduced the toast software so there were plenty of glitches but they more than made up for all of the problems. Much appreciated!

    First time ordering from Bartaco. Decided to go in and place a takeout order of two rice bowls,…read morechips and guacamole. The service was very friendly. The hostess greeted me and asked if I'd ever been to the restaurant before. She directed me to the back counter where I was able to review the menu and place my order. The server at this register was also very nice. I liked the texture of the rice bowls and everything was cooked well. However, the portions for everything were smaller than I expected for the price. Bartaco offers items with mushrooms, falafel, and cauliflower. However I think it would be great if they could offer something with tofu as there is not a protein option for vegans. The chips and guacamole were decent but nothing special. Interesting that the chips come as large pieces instead of as individual chips. I'd maybe stop in again if I was nearby but I'm not sure I'm eager to return.

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    Chaia

    Chaia

    4.4(210 reviews)
    1.5 miChinatown

    The handmade tortillas and vegetarian tacos are bursting with flavor in every bite! The tacos are…read morepeppered with spices and herbs, cheese, roasted veggies, and topped with zesty sauce that blend so well together and complement the flavors. All the tacos are unique and tasty - Braised Mushroom with feta, Creamy Kale & Potatoes, Roasted Beets with ricotta, Roasted Eggplant, Skillet Corn and Cauliflower, Lemon Garlicky Greens, Smoky Collared Greens taco, Butternut Squash with goat cheese and caramelized onions. The only taco that I'm not a big fan of is the Scrambled Egg with Black Beans. It's very bland and the eggs are cold. The new Lunch combos are great - I got the Mushroom Quesadilla with Kale Salad. The Kale Salad had a spicy kick! There's a nice large tank of complimentary ice water instead of the faucet. The hibiscus tea is refreshing and sweetened with honey. The coconut lime aqua fresca is refreshing as well and a nice summer mocktail. I've had the blueberry margharita slushie at the Gtown location and really enjoyed it. Always excited to come back and it's become a staple of my office go-to lunch hot spots!

    This is a very cute, hip eatery that specializes in veggie tacos…read more Now I admit; I love me some pork belly tacos, or pretty much anything with meat in it. But hold on - they have a roster that will leave you full, even if you are a self-professed carnivore. I got a trio of different options and loved every one of them. The prices are reasonable (for this area) as well. I also like the space. It was bright and spacious, with almost an independent coffee shop vibe. If I needed to telework, I could see myself hanging here (but eating tacos instead of sipping lattes). Put away any misconceptions about 'vegan' and try it.

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    Chaia - Scrambled egg and black mean taco, braised mushroom taco and green rice.

    Scrambled egg and black mean taco, braised mushroom taco and green rice.

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    Santa Rosa Taqueria - Mmmm nachos

    Santa Rosa Taqueria

    3.7(136 reviews)
    1.3 miCapitol Hill

    "El Seis De Mayo" Yes... I missed Cinco De Mayo, but was still feeling festive the next day and was…read morecraving a frozen margarita. And for sure Santa Rose Taqueria definitely didn't disappoint.... Best frozen drink I ever had !!! And their fish taco's were delicious and very fulfilling ( great taste, with all the necessary toppings ) I also was in the mood for a simple bowl of black beans & rice... once again Santa Rose flavor game was totally on point. The environment there ( customer wise ) is very diverse, with a super cool vibe throughout the establishment ( they have an outside deck and a dining area up top ! ) Definitely going to be a hot spot for the summer !!!!

    We're from Texas, where there's a taqueria on almost every corner, so we rarely choose Mexican food…read morewhile traveling--our local Tex-Mex is just that good. However, I made an exception on this trip because Santa Rosa Taqueria is a restaurant by Spike Mendelsohn, who competed on Top Chef many years ago. As a fan, I try to visit Top Chef-affiliated restaurants whenever possible. We ordered loaded shrimp nachos, an asada steak taco on a flour tortilla, and a diablo shrimp taco on a flour tortilla. We shared all three. I didn't particularly enjoy the shrimp, (it was fried) on the nachos, but everything else was delicious! Loved their green sauce and their red had a real kick. I tried one of their cranberry margaritas. O M Gee. That was the strongest margarita I have ever had. I don't really like to taste alcohol, so I only drank half and was a little tipsy when I left, but for more 'seasoned' drinkers, there's a lot of 'bang for your buck' in just one drink! I can't wait to return and sample more delicious food from the menu!

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    Santa Rosa Taqueria - Outdoor seating covered section

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    Taqueria Xochi

    Taqueria Xochi

    4.3(27 reviews)
    2.1 miPentagon City

    I've stopped by Taqueria Xochi a few times for drinks, but this was my first time actually sitting…read moredown for food and I'm so glad I finally did! I went during lunch with a few coworkers and we were all very impressed. I kicked things off with the hibiscus margarita , which was refreshing, floral, and perfectly balanced. For food, I ordered the crispy birria tacos with consommé, and wow... flavor on flavor. The tortillas are corn-based, which is a huge win for me since I have a gluten allergy . One coworker ordered the same, while another went with the chicken tinga tacos with added avocado - everyone loved their plates. I also really like that you order and pay via QR code at the table, which makes splitting checks super easy when you're with coworkers. The only thing that feels a little odd is being prompted to tip when you don't really have traditional table service, staff simply drop off food and drinks (though the brief interactions we had were friendly and pleasant). The menu has a great variety, everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared, and while the restaurant itself is on the smaller side, it works well for a relaxed lunch. I can definitely see this place getting packed during happy hour. The restaurant vibes are chill so no need to dress up or make a reservation. Just walk in and seat yourself then scan the QR code to place your order. All in all, a great spot for tasty tacos, fun cocktails, and a quick but satisfying lunch break. I'll absolutely be back!

    It's a very small spot. Not big for large groups. They have great happy hour deals starting at 4pm…read morethat include drinks and food. The service was fairly quick about food I came on lunch and I was able to get my food within 15 mins. I personally didn't enjoy the food as much as I was hoping especially for the prices. I ordered: The beef birria with the dipping soup on the side - 5/10. It was lacking flavor, the soup was super oily, the birria was super oily. I've had better honestly. They did a good job of loading up the taco and making it cheesy and meaty. I just wish the beef actually had flavor to it. I wouldn't be able to recommend this for the price. I also ordered the chips and salsa lack luster as well. Chips didn't have much salt and salsa was bland. The Mexican hot chocolate was my favorite. Really good and perfect for a cold day!!!

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    Inside Restaurant

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