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    Taco Bamba Ballston

    4.1 (228 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Riley G.

    I did not have much time for lunch, so I decided to get something quickly from Taco Bamba. Luckily I ordered ahead because they were pretty busy when I went to pick up. My food took a little longer than it said but it was no worries at all for me. I got the steak bowl, and wow was it good. The steak was nice and warm, and it paired so well with the quinoa, the pico and the guacamole dressing. I like that the guacamole dressing was not spicy. This bowl was a large portion and was very filling. The staff were very friendly, and were able to get through the line of people fairly quickly. I will have to come back and try their happy hour as it goes until 7 pm, which is late for Arlington.

    SALIM ABU AZIZ (shawarma spiced zucchini, grilled halloumi, sumac onion, parsley, burnt eggplant, chipotle yogurt, mint, pita)
    Puja P.

    This taco was sooo tasty!! It had so many healthy ingredients and packed with flavors with the sauces that were inside and that I got on the side as well. The tacos finished in a pretty short period of time despite how packed the inside was. The restaurant was small, but there was still seating enough to accommodate about 10-20 people inside. We went to this place as a "snack" before dinner but wow, I was surprised how heavy this one taco was! Definitely worth a try if you're in the area.

    og breakfast taco
    Genie F.

    Mmm mmm good! I've passed this place many times during business hours and have noticed that it's a nonstop revolving door with folks steadily in and out made me curious. That, and the sign outside stating ALL DAY BREAKFAST which was basically all that I needed to hear! So, I stopped in for a super quick bite and to peep the scene. In attempts to beat traffic home my stay was brief, so I was in and out. What a cute little spot for tacos and Mexican street food. The OG Breakfast Taco was delicious, well-seasoned and all the sauces were tasty. It was a pleasant surprise. And Emily the bartender made it even better with that Margarita. Emily was awesome and super nice. I can't wait to try the rest of the menu.

    bamba wings dry rub 10/10
    Chantel P.

    Flavor!!! Loveee the Bamba Wings (dry rub) 10/10 and Bamba Nachos (Asada) 10/10 plenty of cheese and chips, not dry. Only get quesadillas if they have peppers and onions, accidentally ordered the plain ones.

    Teressa B.

    Great tacos and kind waiter I like the aqua Fresca over the filter drinks. Large variety and reasonable prices. Outside dining available but limited. This is a smaller location. Great for quick bites and carry out.

    salmon quinoa salad chips quad
    Dona P.

    It's a solid 4.5!! SO many GF options! Fresh produce / fresh corn tortillas/ and food cooked to order. A little less salt in all the dishes we ordered and it would have been DELISH! We had the soup, steak tacos, salmon and quinoa salad, chips and quad, plus tried all their sauces. Truly delicious and we'll be back for it all. The STAFF ARE GEMS!!!!!! READ THIS- I asked the cashier if she thought the bathrooms were clean as they had a huge lunch rush, and she said let me go check. She THEN goes and gets gloves / bucket / mop / sanitizer and CLEANED THE WHOLE BATHROOM !! I mean come on!! Also- I LOVED the kitchen cooks had hairnets and gloves, just makes a huge difference ! The music could be a TAD lower but perhaps they dont want folks lingering which I understand :) We'll be back.

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    Karol M.

    I was randomly in town for a dog adoption event and wanted to grab something to eat. Looked on Yelp, and came across this place. The food was delicious! I had a taco bamba and the Jeffrey. So full of flavor and I actually couldn't finish (the Jeffrey...it was huge!) The other person I was with got the choriqueso torta...the bread was perfectly crispy/toasty and the fillings were perfectly seasoned. I also had an horchata and it was amazingly cinnamon-y. It was pretty quick to get our food after ordering at the counter. Lastly, I loved the ambiance. Very good music that they had playing...a mix of pop, r&b, and rock.

    Barbacoa Taco, Pescado Taco,  Arabe
    Ori F.

    Um 10/10 recommend. Taco Bamba hits every single time. We make an effort to try a different taco every time and have yet to find one we don't like. Service is good, everyone is so friendly. There is seating inside and outside. I just tried the seasonal frozen marg and was surprised by how tasty it is. Also, I would literally drink the salsa--each one is amazing--I recommend getting a side of chips and pouring your own free salsa sides. Three tacos and the marg was around $27.

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    The food here is SO GOOD and service is even better!! Definitely recommend! Even if for delivery

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    Food was decent but our order was slightly incorrect. They were busy so may try again in the future.

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    Took them :15 to figure out that they couldn't fill my order, gave me nothing, and then told me they couldn't refund my money.

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    This is the best Mexican food I have ever had in my life! So good, I ate here everyday I was in DC!

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