50 Best Mexican Restaurants in Washington

“Brunch is amazing. Bottomless margaritas and the churros are excellent!“

“We had an early dinner before attending a performance at the Ford’s Theater. We made reservations through Open Table and were immediately seated upon arrival. The service was great. Our server recommended several dishes that we loved. There were abundant vegan and vegetarian options. Chilorio de Res tacos were mouthwatering as were the Hongos en Milto ones. In fact, every dish we ordered was delicious. One dish (chilaquiles) never arrived from the kitchen but we were pressed for time so we opted to have it taken off our bill instead of waiting for them to prepare it separately. Dessert, Cafe de Olla, was phenomenal. Pics are only some of the items we tried. Great atmosphere for date night and a milestone birthday celebration. Highly recommend.“

“I had an amazing experience hosting a large party at El Techo. The owner and team were great! As were the food, drinks, ambiance and service. 10/10, I would recommend this place to anyone“

“The service was amazing and Diana was my waitress she was so nice“

“great services! good drinks!“

“OUT OF THIS WORLD! I am Mexican and this food is just as great as it is in my own country, adding a touch of sophistication, fun and spark! Highly recommend it.“

“I am a picky eater but I was surprised with the cleanliness level, jaw dropping food and outstanding customer service...thank you very much..definitely will visit every time I am in DC“

“Easily one of the best spots in DC, with some of the best food. The corn tamal, grilled leeks w/ mole, and lamb neck barbacoa were some particular favorites, but everything was delicious, fresh, and carefully crafted. The cocktails were excellent, the patio was extremely pleasant, with attentive service — everyone was so kind. A true 10/10.“

“great happy hour until 7pm“

“Food was Excellent.“

“Drinks and food is great!“

“Solid, easy, and unique dinner spot to catch up with your friends. Ambiance was great. Decor was great. Vibe was great. Food was great. Drinks were unique, but I wasn’t crazy about any of the ones I had to be honest taste-wise! The steak was amazing. Ceviche was tasty.

We had 5 people and spent 88$ each - we had 1-2 drinks each and apps, sides, and main dishes, which we all shared. Everyone we met there was super friendly, staff involved. You can take great pictures here lol.

Wish we had stayed for the DJ. Music/club area started playing music around 10:30-11pm, but no one out on the dance floor yet and we just decided to call it a night! Parking was easy at 7:30pm, and free on the street. 1 min walk into it. Street parking gets more packed as the night goes on, of course. When I was going back to my car at 11pm it was packed.“

“Great brunches… will be back soon!“

“Clean, quick service, normal wait time for food. Real sliced beef on the nachos. See attached pic for details.“

“I got a burrito, the rice had a rich lemon cilantro taste, the beans were good. The carne asada had a great taste. The tacos salsa was good that you need to eat with the tortilla chips… I highly recommend it. The prices are not bad respectfully for the food quality.“

“Absolutely spectacular! Highly recommend!“

“The food was fantastic. I had the tacos and the hibiscus margaritas. The service was great too!“

“Flavors are good. The after taste of the tortilla was not pleasant, but the other items were great.“

“The staff is always so accommodating of our family with two small children and a giant wagon stroller. We absolutely come here for the generous inKind promotions, too! Thank you for making us feel welcome!“

“So goo that we came twice in two days while we were on vacation. Highly recommend.“

“We came here to celebrate right after getting married at the DC marriage bureau just two blocks away, and Mi Vida made the day feel even more special. The staff was incredibly welcoming, the space was spotless, and the overall atmosphere was fantastic. Everything came out fast, the food was absolutely delicious and the drinks were top-tier. Parking in the hotel garage right next door was around $25, but it was well worth the convenience for such an amazing experience. We’ll definitely remember this meal and will be back to celebrate future milestones!“

“Great tacos. The pork shoulder and pork belly were excellent!“

“It was our first time there we had a great time , service was great the food the bomb we will come back again .“

“Blown away. Food was incredible, all the staff I spoke with were helpful and friendly, and my one complaint is that I waited until my last night to try this place… I would’ve eaten here every single night of my visit. I got the chicken tacos (cooked well, salsa and seasoning was flavorful and it wasn’t a skimpy portion), the mushroom tacos (phenomenal. 100/10. Seriously the best vegetarian tacos I’ve had in a hot minute, speaking as a Portlander), and the churros (also great). Didn’t take a picture cuz I ate it too fast. It’s Taco Tuesday ($5/two taco plate) but I ate so much I didn’t stay under $40 😂 that said, please plan a hefty tip for this awesome staff to make the difference between the price of this spot and a Cap Hill snobby spot… I promise it’s worth it.“

“Highly recommend,… great food and fun atmosphere.“

“We had a wonderful experience at the best tacos that we’ve ever had in DC here! Esmeralda was a wonderful waitress and the environment was super fun and authentic!“

“Honestly this has been my go to spot for years as I loved their farm to table, healthy, vegetarian tacos! However, I sadly won’t be returning as they’ve just added chicken to their menu! Such a shame- vegetarian spots in dc are hard to come by- there are countless other places that serve chicken tacos. Such a shame, as I always brought all our friends and family here! Hope they change it back to all vegetarian!“

“Ate here two nights in a row while at a conference. Exceptional the first night, very good the second. I did a build my own salad bowl. Excellent portions of protein and options to add for the price. I recommended it to others at my conference. Friendly staff. Speedy service“

“We had a wonderful experience at the best tacos that we’ve ever had in DC here! Esmeralda was a wonderful waitress and the environment was super fun and authentic!“

“Fui almorzar y me pedí una fajita de carne y estaba muy buena, la recomendo.“

“Love it and a must to eat when in DuPont circle in DC“

“Really enjoyed ! love the Papusas 😃“

“Great food, great price point. Happy hour deals M-F 3-7 and all day Saturday and Sunday. I will eat there every day from today through Monday.“

“Me gusta mucho este lugar, buen servicio, buena comida y agradable ambiente!😍😋“

“Had an amazing lunch here today - delicious taco/enchilada combo with an hibiscus margarita - Que bueno la comics! Muy excellente y caliente!“

“Great spot, with a very cool mural. I had the best veggie burrito — with tasty zucchini!“

“First time at a Dos Toros but I’ll be back for more. The service was fast and friendly, the protein choices a little broader than other burrito places and i love the way they wrap it in foil (very consistent; looks a little like a tamale). The atmosphere is sort of “vanilla” but it was clean, functional and well appointed. Definitely worth the trip.

“Tell ‘em Hal sent you.” 🐮“

“I’d say this is a solid neighborhood taco spot. I’ve eaten here several times, and it’s been consistently good. The food is fresh, the service is friendly, and it’s a reliable option when you’re craving tacos.

While it may not be the most memorable taco place in town, it’s definitely one I keep coming back to. I’d also choose it over Chipotle any day.“

“We visited DC for four nights. We ate here twice because it was so good. The happy hour specials were delicious and good deals. The salsa is transcendent. Loved the mojito and the sangria. The carnitas, the tinga de pollo and the esquites were AMAZING! The whole staff is awesome and the atmosphere is so cool.“

“William was extremely polite and warming to the customer he also was very noticeable on his food. He know what to help with what to get. Also, he was extremely fast at his job. William has very very good customer service. You guys should give him a promotion.“

“Best affordable tacos I've found in the district so far! Double tortilla, generous portion of filling and extra sauces you can get in the store. The staff is really nice and the service is quick. We havent had a bad taco experience yet! La Cosecha is a great place to eat at different spots and Apapacho Taqueria is a staple! Check it out if youre in the area!“

“Their kitchen and bartenders are LEGIT!“

“Absolutely loved this place! The food was fresh, flavorful, and authentic—especially the tacos and fajitas. The service was just as impressive: friendly, attentive, and fast. A great spot for anyone craving quality Mexican food with warm hospitality. Highly recommend!“

“Delicious food and great atmosphere.“

“We visited from Lancaster PA, and we had FANTASTIC service and while we were about to leave the owner gave my son THE BEST Tres Leches we have ever had.
Best food ever!! When we come back to DC,
Definitely will be returning.“

“The food was good quality, and on par with Mexican restaurants in the district. For some reason, restaurants in the DMV always make a good branzino, and Muchas Gracias is no exception. Although I didn’t try the tres leches, it looked absolutely amazing. The hole in the wall, narrow cantina atmosphere was really cool, and created a really interesting place to eat a meal. I had the fajitas (giving them a fair 7.5/10).

The best part of the dining experience was the service. Very, very attentive and understanding to our table, checking if the food was alright or if we needed any drinks, regularly coming to refill water. We did not feel forgotten.“

“Good and healthy easy ti get there and fast service“

“By far a favorite lunch spot among the Jubilee Jobs staff!!“

“A great job fr over 30 years -- a neighborhood favorite continues to produce.“