38 Best Taco Restaurants in Washington

“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“

“We really enjoyed our meal at Chaia. The nachos were definitely the standout. My kids got small quesadillas and we tried a mushroom taco too which was great, but the nachos with all of the toppings were such a treat. Would love to come back! Updated from previous review on 2025-12-30“

“Been dying to try this place for a while. Loved the atmosphere. Staff was nice. Markus was a whole vibe! He had me & my gf cracking up. The Baja fish, glazed pork, & chicken tacos are my fav. We will def be back and this time it’ll be early enough to grab seats at the bar!“

“Traveling from Massachusetts, this was our first time at Taqueria Al Lado II — and it absolutely blew us away. We started with chips, guac, salsa, and queso — every dip was fresh and bursting with flavor. The tacos (beef and carnitas) were phenomenal, each with distinct, authentic seasoning. The quesabirria was rich and cheesy, and the rice rounded the meal off perfectly. Bruno, our server, was outstanding — friendly, fast, and genuinely made the experience better. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and for the quality of food, the prices are unbeatable. Easily a 5-star stop. We’ll be talking about this place back in MA.“

“This is absolutely one of my favorite places to go! The Roost was my go to during the pandemic with tons of outdoor seating. Since it was in my neighborhood we frequented a lot. The staff watched my little one practically grow up there! It became our meeting place and neighborhood watering hole. Quick and efficient and some of the best food and customer service! We’ve moved from the area but always stop by when in town because it feels like home!“

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

“Nice restaurant in Adams morgan, the food was prepared and brought quickly. The tacos were 4.75$, and they were simple but good. I believe the meat tacos were better than the vegan ones, especially the carnitas and chicken tacos.
The staff was amiable and responsive, it was a quite nice dinner.“

“great food and service! tacos are outstanding and the tex mex egg roll are definitely a must buy!“

“I spent a couple hours here because my flight was delayed. The staff was very friendly and helpful. My Cosmos were perfectly pink. (If they’re clear and red they’re not made correctly) and only $6 during Happy Hour. I’m not a big fan of Mexican food, Cosmos I ordered the Bora Bora marinated chicken without the tortilla over rice. It was delicious! The chicken was so tender and tasty and all the flavors were wonderful. I also enjoyed watching the surfers on TV,. The waves relaxed me instead being stressed out over a delayed flight. Definitely recommend this place for its casual atmosphere and good food. Even if you don’t like Mexican!“

“The Tacos and clam chowder was really good. The frozen Rose’ was good as well. Great service“

“First time eating here had delivered for lunch baby bang taco was so good . Salsa and chips- the chips were so fresh salsa soooo good I will order again .“

“The Channel isn't just a pub, it's a DC institution. Is the food fantastic? YES. Is the service always top notch? YES. But that's not why you go there. You go for the staff, the patrons, and the atmosphere. Nowhere else like it.“

“Bandit Taco is a hidden gem that delivers on every level. The service is friendly, welcoming, and efficient, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. The menu is unique and flavorful, with a great variety of options that feel fresh and thoughtfully crafted. Every dish is satisfying and well balanced, making it hard to choose just one favorite. The ambience is relaxed and inviting, and the charming little aesthetic adds so much personality to the space. Bandit Taco is the kind of spot you’ll want to come back to again and again.“

“The breakfast tacos are packed with food. I got a chorizo breakfast taco, and 1 taco was plenty of food. It was delicious. The gentleman who cooked the ingredients fresh on the grill was very customer oriented. Had a very positive vibe. (It is inside the 7-Eleven)“

“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“

“This place is amazing and the owner is awesome! 10/10 on the food.“

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

“Best experience ever, thank you! My soon to be 5 year old daughter wanted to go to Bar Taco for her birthday dinner this past Saturday evening. Not surprisingly as it was prime time on a Saturday they had a decent wait but she was determined. The hostess was kind and made sure to keep us updated on where we were on the list while continuously checking how close the tables were to clearing out while also letting my 2 girls pick out full size coloring books. Once we got a table the hostess danced with my daughters to the table. As soon as we sat down the manager came by and said “I heard we have a birthday being celebrated here?” In such a way that really made her feel like a princess. He then brought both my daughters free Shirley Temples and apologized for the wait. After we finished eating the same manager brought both girls free ice cream and comped our dessert we ordered. To top it all off they stopped the girls on the way out and gave them Bar Taco sunglasses, stickers, and a bandana. Thank you making an amazing birthday celebration for my daughter and making this solo dad look cool and like he actually knows what he is doing when it comes to celebrating his girls. I doubt she will ever want to go anywhere else for her birthday dinner.“

“Tacos. Están rikos. Y la tortas. Apenas el primer día. K llego después probaré lo demás 🤠“

“Adored these tacos initially in their G’town location. Delighted by new centralized DC location with seemingly broader menu. Always creative combinations, beautifully prepared, healthy and flavorful. Food is fun.“

“Great food! Great service! Great people!“

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

“A well kept secret in the city. It is a restaurant without much pretension, which offers good quality Mexican food with careful service. The space is small, so it is ideal to go as a couple or in small groups. The price-quality ratio is good.“

“This is by far the most delicious food Truck I have ever been to in Dc .
Authentic food and good vibes , amazing location . Everything is to the 9.

Dietary restrictions: He has such a delicious mushroom tacos made from oysters mushrooms ……..by far the best vegetarian tacos I have ever had .“

“Great restaurant and service.“

“I really appreciate that they stay open later than most places in the area. The tacos were flavorful, but what stood out most was the service. I asked for room-temperature water (they only had cold), and ELISEO went out of his way to buy one for me — a gesture I won’t forget. My only feedback is that the bathroom and dining area could be kept a bit cleaner. Overall, a great experience! 5 stars for ELISEO!“

“this was the BEST pho I’ve ever had!! I got their Banh Mirria Sandwich, and it was the most delicious thing i ate all week. The bread was soft and fresh, the beef and cheese were scrumptious. Highly recommend! I’ll be following them around the US for the rest of my life“

“This is my "hands-down" go to in DC! It makes Chipotle look (and taste) like dog food. From their amazing, yet simple, menu of FRESHLY made food, to their exceptional customer service, I highly recommend Sol 👌“

“Amazing pupusas!“

“Great place great atmosphere and excellent food“

“Excelente lugar para disfrutar de unos deliciosos tacos son verdaderamente deliciosos“

“The best tacos and quesadillas I ever had“

“Went today for the first time. We ordered a bulgogi bowl Korean style, Gogi single, carne asada cheesesteak and crispy chicken sandwich. Everything was freshly made and portions were generous. The Korean bowl was the best of items we ordered and will feed me for 2-3 meals. Most places give mostly rice but this bowl was full of toppings and bulgogi. The chicken sandwich was next runner up with a honey glaze and Korean slaw it was the right mix of crunch, sweet and spice. Service was great to boot. We didn’t try any drinks but maybe next time. Highly recommend.“

“fast service, great food, and the best Peruvian-style chicken in Columbia Heights.“

“Wonderful mixture of flavors and textures. Refreshing and filling at the same time. Definitely a must if you like asian mex fusions. 🤤“

“Hubby and I we're looking for some place to grab some lunch after our flight and stumbled upon this cute little taco stand and what a pleasant surprise! The nachos were my favorite and absolutely DELICIOUS ! The birria tacos were yummy too! There are a few tables inside that you can eat at, which was great because it was soooo windy outside. We would definitely be back next time were are in town!“

“Their food is the best my favorite is torta mexicana ,pescado frito their fries taste so delicious dip in there white sauce I also Love their customer service and how family-friendly they are . There dessert is die for .“