Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Talkin' Tacos Washington DC

    4.3 (201 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

    Order Talkin' Tacos Washington DC Takeout or Delivery

    Talkin' Tacos Washington DC Photos

    Business Info

    TALKIN' TACOS WASHINGTON DC ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

    You might also consider

    More like Talkin' Tacos Washington DC

    Recommended Reviews - Talkin' Tacos Washington DC

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Samantha M.

    I was so excited to come try the Birria Mac n cheese. As a reviewer I would say Mac n cheese is my speciality! I love it! But unfortunately this Mac n cheese was not it at all. I would not order it again. The birria was good, the takis were a little Over powering so I'm glad they added a small amount. But the noodles and cheese itself. Just not good the most bland thing I've had. Like seriously I think Kraft Mac n cheese would have had more flavor. It was also super watery... and I usually love my mac n cheese creamy but this wasn't creamy. I'm not sure the cheese they used but it was not it.... I also asked for a side of hot sauce on the Kiosk and it was not brought to me. So I can't rate how that was. The horchata was good though. But there weren't that many people and the churros took forever to come out. They were the best thing I had there though lol. I left hungry... time to try the next spot in DC. Final thoughts: I think all food should come out at once... With so many spots to try in this spot I'll skip it for a retry. Even the birria was okay but not best birria I've ever had... not even top 10... maybe an off day? The vibe inside was beautiful though! I dig the video showing the process of making the food.

    Amaris H.

    Literallllllly. So. Freaking. Good. I had the 3 taco plate that allowed me to choose which 3 I wanted. I got birria, carne asada, and their Caribbean taco. All 3 were good. But the birria & consomé was my favorite. My sister and I completely finished both of ours, down to the last drop. Fantastic service as well. The place was clean and cool. A great place for a pick me up after walking around all day.

    Michael R.

    Stopped by because of all the wonderful reviews and they did not disappoint. The spot was vibey and cool - definitely great for a late night meal. When you walk in they have two screens where you can order your food. Once you order you grab a number and find a seat and they'll let you know when your food is ready. Now the main event - the tacos. They are really good! Very flavorful with good portions. They have plenty of options to choose from and I will definitely be back for more.

    Natalie M.

    I stopped at this location for lunch and was directed to order at the kiosk. Only one of the two was working and I ended up waiting behind a guy who took forever to place his order. An employee came over to hand menus to those of us waiting. When I asked about the broken machine, he did something to get it back up and running. I placed my order on the kiosk after the delay and got a text on my phone telling me my order would be ready in 15 minutes. My order was ready right on time! I ordered a blue lemonade and three tacos: 1. Bang Bang Shrimp: Breaded shrimp with pickled onions in a crispy corn taco. Delicious! 2. Caribbean Carne: A generous serving of beef and plantain. Yum! 3. Southwest Chicken: Chicken, corn, beans, and romaine lettuce. Nice combo, but the chicken was salty! The place was nearly empty when I arrived and gradually filled up. I appreciated the complimentary refill on my lemonade. Tip: Order online to avoid the wait at the kiosk!

    Vin S.

    Nice vibe, tasty tacos, service with a smile! What more could you ask for? I recently ordered a trio consisting of one mahi mahi fish taco, one bang bang shrimp taco, and one chicken achiote taco. All were delicious and satisfying! I'm a fan and will return on my next trip to DC.

    Cookies and cream Tres Leches Cake
    Kriss D.

    The vibes are immaculate. The food is delicious.. every single time and the customer service is always top tier!! Fast casual place with great music and even better food. The tacos are a must, I love the chicken adobo. Rice and beans are soo good! If you like sweets you must try the Oreo tres leches.

    queso
    Hajir S.

    So this spot is definitely a vibe. If you're looking for some real fancy or authentic mexican food this is not it - also if you're looking for just another Dos Toros or Chipotle this is not it. This has a Florida feeling mexican late night spot vibe to it - I can't believe people eat here during the day. The spot is great if you're trippin or drunk. Really the staff is excellent and the ordering process on kiosks is quite fun. Everything tastes good - it's clearly not a health food restaurant, or trying to be authentic. The food is sorta trashy, Florida Mexican style. I'm from Southern California and so this isn't what we ate when I was a kid, but lol, a queso and a birria burrito - yeah why not. The whole restaurant is halal, and the staff is just truly so friendly. If you're looking to spend a small amount on something tasty and filling, Talkin Tacos is what you should be talkin about.

    Arista W.

    Talkin Tacos did NOT disappoint me at all! The food was absolutely amazing, and the fact that they're open late makes it even better! I ordered the birria quesadilla and when I say it was huge, I mean HUGE. Not only was the portion generous, but it was packed with flavor in every bite. Perfectly seasoned, cheesy, and just all-around satisfying. Definitely hit the spot! We also got the guacamole with tortilla chips and you can definitely taste how fresh it is -- super flavorful and a great starter. My husband ordered the steak rice bowl and thoroughly enjoyed it. He didn't leave a single bite behind! The place itself is small, but it's absolutely worth the try. Great food, great flavors, and we'll definitely be back!

    Birria Taco, Caribbean Carne Taco and Chicken Achiote Taco
    Chin D.

    First Yelp review of 2026 and it's definitely one to talk about. Talkin' Tacos came across my social media timeline and there was one taco on their page that stood out to me the most which was the Caribbean Carne Taco. I was curious to taste a taco with steak and sweet plantain drizzled over avocado sauce on a corn tortilla. I got ahold of my Taco Tuesday friend and we took the trip to DC to try it. We circled the block for parking on this Saturday day trip but ended up in the garage right next to the building. It was $11 to park and they don't validate. Walking in, you see 2 ipad kiosks and put in your order. My friend and I wanted to customize so the friendly manager Jimmy assisted us. We went a little crazy trying a few items I'll highlight later. Once you pay, find a table quick because it fills up fast and then they bring the food to you. Heads up to margarita lovers- there is no alcohol. My friend was a little sad about it but the food and the friendly service made up for it. We ordered our own custom trio of tacos, guacamole and chips, street corn in a cup, fries and 2 strawberry lemonades. Everything was flavorful 10/10 and service by Jimmy, Alejandro and Sam were 10/10. They checked on every table all the time, no 1 had to get up for anything. I'm already anticipating my next trip because the Caribbean carne tacos were unforgettable! My friend loved hers as well and the chicken achiote taco that was recommended by Jimmy. Love this family-friendly and late night taco spot. Please open a Maryland location soon but in the mean time, we'll be back to DuPont's Talkin Taco :D

    Mango lemonade drink
    AJ A.

    I was finally able to come here in the weekend and enjoy some good halal Mexican food. They have many options but we stuck with birria tacos, birria Ramen, stacked wrap and chicken nachos for meals and Oreo churro for dessert along couple of Jarrito for the drinks. These were some generous portions and they could be shared with others. The flavor of every item was delicious. The service was beyond good and they were genuine and friendly from start to finish. The Oreo churro was so damn good, I ate it on a full stomach and could have another order top of that.

    Caribbean Carne Tacos
    Larry M.

    Taco spots are plentiful in the DC area. There was one taco place that I've been geeking to get to!! They're OPEN to 2 a.m. daily, free refills on drinks...Let's GO!! . Where I am: @_talkintacos . Location Reviewed: 1800 M St., N.W. Washington D.C. . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their Drinks ($5.99 for their house made Horchata, & $4.99 for their Sunrise Punch). The punch was fruity, tropical, & fresh!! The Horchata was the BEST I've ever had!! STAMP!! Their Jalapeno Taki Queso & Chips ($6.99 with tortilla chips, melted queso, cilantro, cotija cheese, & jalapeno). A perfect, cheesy, spicy starter!! LIKE THAT! Their Street Corn in a Cup ($6.99 with cotija cheese, Takis, cilantro, & corn). Fresh toppings, & mildly spicy!! STAMP!! Their Crispy Stack Wrap ($15.99 crispy wrapped flour tortillas stuffed with chicken, pico de gallo, Takis, lettuce, avocado salsa, cotija cheese, a cup of cheese, cilantro, & consummé). Thick, well seasoned, & scrumptious!! STAMP!! Their Birria Grilled Cheese ($15.99 beef birria inside of Texas Toast, with American, & white cheese, onions, cilantro, fries, & a tomato soup). Thick, cheesy, well seasoned, & when dipped in that soup...STAMP!! STAMP!! Their Birria Mac n Cheese ($14.99 a 4 cheese blend Mac, with beef birria, Takis, onions, & cilantro). The birria on here is definitely STAMPED!! The Mac was just ok...DELICIOUS! Their Taco Trio $15.99 for 3 STAMP!! Their Bang Bang Shrimp (with fried shrimp, spicy mayo, cilantro,& pickled onions). Crispy, & flavorful!! STAMP!! Their Caribbean Carne Asada (with marinated steak, plantains, avocado salsa, & cotija cheese). A tropical tasting asada, & a tasty toppings!! STAMP!! Their Southwest Chicken Taco (with black bean salsa, corn, spicy mayo, fried onions, & cotija cheese). Zesty, flavorful, & cheesy!! STAMP!! Their Birria Tacos ($15.99 for 3 with cheese, onions, cilantro, & consummé). With a tomato based consummé, these HIT!! STAMP!! Their Biscoff Churros ($9.99 churros dusted with Biscoff crumbles, & sauce). Warm, seeet, & tasty!! . Customer Service: On Point!! . Parking: ROUGH . Recommendations: You can't miss here!! 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

    Boris W.

    My wife picked up a steak quesabirria for me. She took all the chips though I have to say the chip crumbs were pretty good! The steak itself was juicy. The tortilla was good and the cheese and onions were awesome complements. Every bite was filled with flavor. The total was $17ish post tax. The price for the portion and taste is excellent! I can't wait to try their other items!

    Carne Asada Tacos
    Victoria E.

    This place came highly recommended and so I had to try it for myself! One thing to note immediately is that the meat is halal (huge pull factor for one of my friends). We came in on a Thursday evening and it was packed. The place was a decent size, but every single table was taken; we got lucky that one family left as we were looking for seating - the staff cleaned up the table pretty quickly. When you come in, you place an order at the kiosk or at the counter. From there, you are provided a number and sit at an open table, where your food and drinks will then be brought out to you. I don't think we waited more than 10-15 minutes for everything to come out. I came in a group of 3, and we each ordered 3-4 tacos, drinks and some sides to share. They had a great selection of tacos (and other items), but I decided to go the basic route by ordering carne asada. Nonetheless, my tacos were good! I also tried my friends' tacos - they got some unique ones which I'm forgetting the names of. The chips and dips were good, as well as the street corn! I really enjoyed the food here, and the drinks were also good, I loved their lemonade options. Being in DC, you already know the parking situation.. there's available street parking everywhere and garages within a short walking distance in all directions.

    Chicken Rice Bowl

    See all

    1 day ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    25 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 3
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Vin S.
    655
    950
    7692

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of AJ A.
    513
    237
    2161

    4 months ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 2
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rashad D.
    1
    49
    110

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Bill J.
    29
    28
    5

    21 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 18
    Thanks 3
    Love this 18
    Oh no 2

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kwame S.
    453
    1705
    2322

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ash C.
    685
    443
    1465

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    13 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 13
    Thanks 6
    Love this 11
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Pinky J.
    570
    189
    991

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 6

    Ask the Community - Talkin' Tacos Washington DC

    You might also consider

    Taqueria Habanero - Tacos

    Taqueria Habanero

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Not going to lie, walking up to the restaurant felt a wee uncomfortable but that is no fault to the…read morerestaurant just a note on the neighborhood. Restaurant was bright and welcoming and our waitress was lovely! In order of preference, we got the: Octopus tacos - Outstanding!!! There's a nice smokey char that adds flavor, sauce was fresh, and octopus was easy to bite through. Never had octopus tacos before and these were awesome!! I want to go back for this and to try other things! Huaraches - Bean filled and fried corn underlayer with sautéed steak and cactus on top -- cactus had a sour flavor and a light crunch with just a bit of slime kind of like okra, some folks aren't as into this but I liked it! Scallop tacos - Good sauce and nicely sized scallops. Salmon tacos - Good but did not standout, I'd skip unless you want something safe and it's your go to

    The service was super quick! There may have been a 10 minute wait between ordering our food and…read morebeing served which was perfect. We got the guacamole to start which was some of the best, and most flavorful, guacamole that I've had in DC. Being from Texas, I'm very particular about my street tacos. These were the closest I've gotten to Texas street tacos since I've been in DC, and I've been here for 2 years! The place is small and intimate but full of energy - great place for a happy hour with friends or a more casual date!

    Photos
    Taqueria Habanero
    Taqueria Habanero - Fajita Mixta

    Fajita Mixta

    Taqueria Habanero - Birria tacos

    See all

    Birria tacos

    dLeña - Pork Belly** and Short Rib**

    dLeña

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$$

    Came last night before a comedy show at the Capital One Arena and OMG...10/10 hands down I have no…read morenotes. We went in right as they opened, on a Friday at 5 pm, and there was already a line! The reservations were full, but we were offered a seat either at the bar or outside. Luckily it was a beautiful day so we took a seat outside. They started us off with a sweet hibiscus flavored juice as a palate cleanser which was super refreshing. The left side of the menu had appetizers and shareables, while the right side had entrees. We ordered the short rib tacos, pork belly, wagyu empanadas, and seafood enchiladas. Everything had a beautiful bright orange sauce on it and made it look like it would be spicy but it wasn't! I think it's their signature guajillo sauce and it was VERY good, super creamy. Seafood enchiladas: This was my fav. Might have been because it was extremely hungry and it was my first bite. Definitely best when eaten warm, as the cheese is gooiest and the seafood inside is hot. I wasn't sure how the salad was going to be but it added a perfect refreshing and acidity to balance out the creamy sauce. Wagyu empanadas: Much gooey-er and cheesier than expected, but also a hit! Came with a decent amount of beef inside. Comes with the orange sauce and a chimichurri, which I think was a good idea because given how cheesy and creamy the filling already was, the chimichurri was a nice balance as well. Pork belly: Melts as soon as you cut into it. The Asian in me low key wanted a giant bowl of rice with this so that I could soak up all the sauce and veggies. Pretty fatty so if you're not a fan of that you might not like this. Short rib tacos: These were loaded, not with meat but with tons of crunchy topping (maybe fried carrots?) Could have done with slightly less crunch but overall still good. The orange sauce on the bottom had a peanuty flavor which I thought added a unique kick. Also, we were surprised at how quickly the food came out. We were in and out in under an hour. Our server Rebecca was also extremely nice. Will def be back if in the area. Highly recommend all around!

    This rating is for the brunch and the brunch only... I have to be completely honest about this for…read moreanyone planning on going for brunch. The service was ok, we had to tell our server we weren't seeing him enough, there's a 2 hour limit and we weren't getting a chance to order more drinks. After that he kept the drinks coming. WARNING! You DO NOT get to choose what items you want from the ayce brunch menu, they bring every single dish out and they do it at a pace that you barely get a chance to enjoy anything. Every dish is loaded with fillers and barely any meat. Every dish has a similar flavor of chilli, lime and cilantro. I say this with the upmost respect to this restaurant, the only good thing about the brunch were the churros and they don't give you that until you're ready to leave. The chicken and waffles were almost good but the sauce on the chicken with the waffle just ruins it. The steak and eggs were ok and you only get a 1oz piece of steak. Birria tacos were just ok and the fish taco was ok. Everything else was not worth it. A lot of items went to waste. If we could've chose exactly what we wanted, it might have been better. This would also add to why the service did not start off well because our server gave us our first drink and left. After that, every item from the brunch menu were just getting dropped off by food runners. It became overwhelming. We didn't even have room on the table for all of that. Then we also had to ask for new plates because we did not want to mix the flavors of every dish. The drinks were also not good, I had margaritas for my drink of choice and they are so sour and filled with cheap tequila... respectfully for 70$ a person you're better off ordering à la carte. The restaurant is beautiful though, great for pictures and the food is colorful as well but the flavors are just not that good and you're ultimately paying for a bunch of food that you don't really even want nor enjoy. I really hope they adjust this because I heard it was 10x better in the past.

    Photos
    dLeña - Bathrooms

    Bathrooms

    dLeña - Salmon Zarandeado*

    Salmon Zarandeado*

    dLeña - Broccolini

    See all

    Broccolini

    Tiki Taco - Kalua pork taco

    Tiki Taco

    4.4(450 reviews)
    0.3 miDupont Circle, Downtown
    $$

    What an awesome "stumbled upon" discovery!…read more I was in Dupont and wasn't even particularly ready for lunch yet when the music coming from here called me in. The reggae music was giving me all of the good vibes, so out of curiosity I headed down the steps. Once inside, I discovered a cozy and casual little taco spot with some great offerings and a warm staff. I took a quick look at the menu and decided on a fish taco and a jerk chicken taco, with a Hawaiian shaved ice to-go. The tacos were actually pretty sizeable and at a reasonable price point. I love the fish taco, but the jerk chicken in the other taco was a little dry to me that day. Either way, I enjoyed my food and was GEEKED out when I walked out with my shaved ice. Loved everything about this place and will definitely return in the future!

    Tasty Hawaiian flavors served up in a convenient taco…read more I ordered the Crispy Sesame Tofu taco and the Jerk Chicken taco. The tofu was deliciously crispy and would be easily enjoyed by even the avid meat lover. I also enjoyed the jerk chicken taco though it seemed to lack the mango salsa that was listed which is what caught my eye. Just a few pieces of mango, no salsa. Service is friendly. Limited seating inside. Floors were in need of a good cleaning and the interior had an overall dingy look. Despite the short comings, I would still recommend.

    Photos
    Tiki Taco - Tiki Taco

    Tiki Taco

    Tiki Taco - Kalbi, jerk chicken, fish, and carne asada tacos

    Kalbi, jerk chicken, fish, and carne asada tacos

    Tiki Taco - Blackened Salmon Taco

    See all

    Blackened Salmon Taco

    Chicatana Fine Mexican Cuisine

    Chicatana Fine Mexican Cuisine

    4.7(95 reviews)
    2.0 miColumbia Heights

    Had a great time and dinner! Chicatana is unassuming and unpretentious, staffed with attentive…read moreservers who do an amazing job (water was always filled and empty plates removed quite efficiently). The decor is simple, no table clothes or frills but it does live up to 'fine cuisine' with excellent food and presentation (another subtle touch is if you leave the table, you return to a nicely folded napkin). We got nearly everything on the menu including all the desserts and Mexican hot chocolate (yum, lightly spicy and piping hot!) . As others have said their guacamole is excellent...do check the charges though bc they added salsa and chips to the tab which we did not order (they removed). Also, the first order of guac came with big bowl of chips, but none with the second order of guac- not a problem though because you do not go hungry. Portions are quite generous. We even tried the ants which was a fun novelty

    This was the valentine's day 2026 stop. I had no idea it was in the area it was, but alas, we made…read morethe trek from lowly ballston anyway. After parking in the Giant parking garage (decent price), we walked the few blocks to the restaurant. We spotted it with the poster sign hanging up on the outer walls. Inside you head up the stairs and you're greeted by the host stand. We checked in and got our table, right at the window (hellya). There was a rose and a candle on the table (vday vibes) and we also received a vday specials menu. We landed on queso fundido to start and a cocktail each: prickly pear marg for her, a viva mexico for me. After fundido'ing it up, we ordered our entrees. We're simple folks it was a 2 carne asada tacos, 1 al pastor taco, 1 pescado taco, and 1 chicken quesadilla. Unfortunately we weren't bold enough to try the insectos. Food was great, drinks were great, service was great. You can pay your tab via Toast for no additional fee which was convenient. There are two, single use bathrooms in there too. Overall, solid spot.

    Photos
    Chicatana Fine Mexican Cuisine - The bar

    The bar

    Chicatana Fine Mexican Cuisine - Bunuelos

    Bunuelos

    Chicatana Fine Mexican Cuisine - Illegal old fashioned

    See all

    Illegal old fashioned

    Taqueria Al Lado - Campechano Taco

    Taqueria Al Lado

    4.3(67 reviews)
    2.8 miH Street Corridor/Atlas District/Near Northeast

    Years ago, behind U Street Music Hall (RIP), there used to be a taco spot in a row home called El…read moreChilango. It used to be the spot for me and my friends to grab a quick bite and everything about it was exceptional: who can say no to super affordable yet authentic street tacos served on paper plates. Sadly, it closed. Last night, I think I stumbled across a taco spot to finally take the wheel from our dearly missed El Chilango. Taqueria Al Lado is very no frills and a tiny spot, but it has tacos that make your heart sing. My friend recommended the Al Pastor so I got that with a chicken taco as well. Both were super flavorful, fatty, but really fresh and well balanced. The key here is simplicity and they do it perfectly. Each taco was about $4 or $5 if I remember correctly, so it's a great spot to grab food if you're trying to ball on a budget. We got the guac, too, which was good but not life changing; the fresh chips, however, were spot on. As far as service goes, we went on a Friday and it was super busy, but there were plenty of servers if we needed something (just had to be vocal). I will definitely be coming back!

    I stopped in here as I walked home from an appointment on H street because the music was great and…read morethe smells were even better. The ordering process was very easy. I picked a spot and was quickly approached by one of the several servers to place my order. I ordered two tacos, rice, and a beer. The food came within ten minutes and was hot. The vegan birria taco was delicious. It was a mishmash of veggies and tasted amazing. The fish taco was good, but the vegan option was my favorite. I had hoped the rice would be seasoned, but it was just white rice. The overall restaurant vibe was very fun with loud music. It was crowded but there were still several tables available. Checkout process was easy as well. A happy little find I will be sure to come back to.

    Photos
    Taqueria Al Lado - Heated porch seating. We sat at the bar.

    Heated porch seating. We sat at the bar.

    Taqueria Al Lado - Suadero Huarache! This was freaking incredible! Hidden gem!

    Suadero Huarache! This was freaking incredible! Hidden gem!

    Taqueria Al Lado - Suadero Taco & Quesabirria Taco

    See all

    Suadero Taco & Quesabirria Taco

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

    Bartaco

    4.3(51 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    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.

    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!

    Photos
    Bartaco - Happy hour ciprihana (something like that) refreshing drink

    Happy hour ciprihana (something like that) refreshing drink

    Bartaco - Duck Birria

    Duck Birria

    Bartaco - Chips and Guacamole

    See all

    Chips and Guacamole

    Talkin' Tacos Washington DC - tacos - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...