27 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants in Washington

La Tejana Tex-Mex • $
3211 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Guacamole
Avocado Tomatillo
Fried Potatoes
956 Taco Plate
Scrambled Eggs
Habanero Salsa
Chips and Queso
Breakfast Taco
Dirty Horchata
Tamarindo Tea

“I'm from Texas and have been dying to find a breakfast taco spot. I might as well have been in my mom's kitchen, eating tacos on a Sunday morning. that's how amazing La Tejana tacos are!“

4.4 Superb207 Reviews
Mary Bar Grill Tex-Mex • $
4231 9th Street Northwest, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Fried Cassava with Fried Pork Chunks
Grilled Chicken Salad with Fries
Chicken Quesadilla
Rotisserie Chicken
Steak Quesadilla
Taquito Dorados
Pollo A la Crema
Chicken Fajitas
Rice and Beans
Mole Enchilada

“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!“

4.8 Superb98 Reviews
Republic Cantina Tex-Mex • $$
43 N St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Queso Compuesto Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Braised Brisket Birria
Brisket Enchiladas
Cheese Enchiladas
Chicken Al Carbón
Veggie Enchiladas
Tres Leches Cake
Kids Quesadilla
Chile Con Queso
Brisket & Egg

“Great food. Simple as that.“

4.2 Good269 Reviews
Los Caballeros Mexican • $$
Recommended
308 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Mar Y Tierra Surf and Turf
Tacos Al Carbonara
Chicken Enchiladas
Chicken Enchilada
Beef Chimichanga
Beef Chimichange
Camarones Diablo
Chicken Fajitas
Supreme Fajita
Fajitas Mixtas

“Had an amazing experience at Los Caballeros! The fajitas were absolutely awesome perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The margaritas were just as impressive, and the atmosphere and ambiance really made the whole night special. Big thank you to Chris for the outstanding service. Can’t wait to come back!“

4.6 Superb269 Reviews
Alero Restaurant Dupont Mexican • $$
1629 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Alero's Guadalajara Fajita Platter
Chicken and Steak Fajitas
Side Chips and Salsa
Side Quesadilla
Chicken Fajitas
Salmon Mexicano
Quesadilla Combo
Tacos Al Pastor
Nacho Platter
Chimichangas

“great happy hour until 7pm“

4.5 Superb475 Reviews
Lauriol Plaza Tex-Mex • $$
1835 18th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Enchiladas with Tomatillo Sauce
Chile Con Queso and Guacamole
Pitcher of Frozen Margaritas
Freshly Made Chips and Salsa
Crab and Shrimp Quesadilla
Combination Enchiladas
Costillas A la Barbacoa
Camarones Brochette
Chicken Quesadilla
Seafood Enchiladas

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

4 Good582 Reviews
Guapo's Cocina & Bar Mexican • $$
4515 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

El Ranchero Fiesta Most Popular
Grande Cazadores Reposado
Camarones Brochette
Side of Black Beans
Machaca Chimichanga
Vegetable Fajitas
Camarones Tequila
Molcajete Fajitas
Ceviche Aventura
Sizzling Fajitas

“Drinks and food is great!“

4.5 Superb480 Reviews
Sweet Agave Bar & Grill 🇲🇽 Tex-Mex • $$
5105 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Burrito with Rice and Beans
Chile Relleno & Pork Enchilada
Chorizo and Steak Fajitas
Chicken and Steak Fajitas
Guacamole and Chips
Tacos & Enchiladas
Mexican Street Corn
Spicy Green Sauce
Chips and Salsa
Frozen Margarita

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

4.6 Superb204 Reviews
Cactus Cantina Tex-Mex • $$
3300 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Combination Beef and Chicken Fajitas
Chicken Fajitas for Two
Three Enchilada Platter
Portobello Quesadillas
Combination Enchiladas
Quesadilla Al Carbon
Seafood Enchiladas
Chips and Salsa
Shrimp Fajitas
Brisket Tacos

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

4 Good416 Reviews
Laredo DC Restaurant Tex-Mex • $$
3500 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Steak and Pork Ribs Fajitas
Tres Chiles Calamares
Burrito Combination 2
Pollo a La Plancha
Chicken Enchiladas
Laredo Guacamole
Beef Enchiladas
Fajitas De Pollo
Tacos Al Carbon
Chips and Salsa

“Came to Laredo after a busy day at the zoo and I am so glad I did. First of all the staff is very sweet and friendly. Secondly, the food was all very fresh and very filling! The margs were some of the best I had as well. Worth every penny and whenever I come to the area I would definitely come again.“

4.2 Good298 Reviews
Taco Cantina DC Mexican Grill Tex-Mex • $$
3321 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Churrasco
Chicken Wings Meal
Seafood Paella
Shrimp Volcano
Patatas Bravas
Chicken Paella
Patacon Burger
Passion Fruit
Bandeja Paisa
Birria Tacos

“This was a great spot, we received excellent service and hospitality. The food is to die for and the drinks are superb! I highly recommend this place for brunch or for a chill spot to go to on a Saturday night. Good music vibes too!“

4.4 Superb165 Reviews
Krystal Tex-Mex Tex-Mex • $
3629 12th St NE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Veggie Enchiladas
Veggie Burrito

“Excelente lugar para comer con la familia y amigos lo recomiendo mucho“

4.6 Superb57 Reviews
San Antonio Bar & Grill DC Tex-Mex • $$
3908 12th St NE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chicken & Shrimp Quesadilla
Crispy Calamari and Shrimp
Chips and Salsa for 2
Virgin Mango Daiquiry
HH Gambas Al Ajillo
Chips \u0026 Salsa
Chicken Quesadilla
Rice and Beans
Mussels Andaluz
American Burger

“A great Happy Hour spot. Daniel makes great drinks.“

4.3 Superb277 Reviews
Surfside Taco Stand Tacos • $
1800 N Street Northwest, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Taco I Burrito I Quesadilla
Steak Quesadilla
Plain Steak Taco
Tres Leches Cake
Cabo San Lucas
Shrimp Tacos
Birria Tacos
Quesadillas
Street Corn
Yellow Rice

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

4.1 Good407 Reviews
Mission - Navy Yard Mexican • $
1221 Van St SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Blueberry Margarita 32 Oz Serves 5
Chips and Salsa and Guacamole
Boom Boom Chicken Taco
Loaded Waffle Fries
Nachos with Chicken
Mexican Chile Wings
The Dinner Burrito
Chicken Tinga Taco
Breakfast Burrito
Chicken Wings

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

4.4 Superb547 Reviews
Surfside Taco Stand Tex-Mex • $
33 District Square Southwest, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Side of Yellow Rice
Martinique Burrito
Side of Guacamole
Tres Leches Cake
Plain Steak Taco
Steak Quesadilla
Chips and Queso
Cabo San Lucas
Island Nachos
Birria Tacos

“This is go-to spot when we do not feel like cooking. Very affordable. Steak and rice bowl is 10/10. We always place a pick-up order and they are very fast. If there is something going on at the Wharf, it gets really busy and the wait can be long. Staff is very friendly.“

4.1 Good238 Reviews
The Well Dressed Burrito Mexican • $
1220 19th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Open-Face Burrito Chicken \u0026 Steak
Marinated Pork Chimichanga
The Well Dressed Burrito
Grilled Burritos Bowls
Mexican Bread Pudding
El Gordo Burrito
Chicken Burrito
Grilled Chicken
Marinated Beef
Chimichangas

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

4.2 Good342 Reviews
Mariachi Restaurant Bar and Grill Tex-Mex • $$$
5217 Georgia Avenue Northwest, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Sopa De Mariscos Seafood Soup
Chicken Fajitas

“A very nice place like you have no idea with three floors I mean, three levels, great food, Upstanding clean, nice tables to eat, of course pool table, I amazing LED lights all the way around…. You have to stop by and check it out…. I know the owner for a few years. He’s such a good guy Mr. Raul Lopez.

Always a good service with a nice people inside nice bartenders, friendly always ..“

5 Superb7 Reviews
Chimalli Restaurant Tex-Mex • $
4401 14th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Fajitas de Carne Mixtas Y Vejetarianas
Grilled Steak
Pupusas

“Great little place. The lomo saltado was good but the black beans that come with it are fantastic. Knowing a little Spanish definitely helped when ordering but I'm sure you'd be fine without it. Everyone there (staff and other customers) were extremely nice and even helped when my Spanish failed. We will definitely add this to our list of places to come back to.“

3.8 Good69 Reviews
Surfside Tacos • $$
4200 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Kids Steak Quesadilla
Steak Island Nachos
Eleuthra Quesadilla
Jerk Chicken Airline
Plain Steak Taco
Huevos Rancheros
Salsa & Chips
Kids Burrito
Birria Tacos
Street Corn

“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!“

3.8 Good321 Reviews
Haydee's Restaurant Mexican • $$
6303 Georgia Ave NW #7, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp and Steak Fajitas
Chicken Quesadilla
Pupusas Revueltas
Yuca Con Curtido
Chips and Salsa
Chicken Fajitas
Fajitas Supremas
Guacamole

“A local gem. I’ve been enjoying this place for 20+ years and have never been disappointed. Wether im getting a drink or food. The drinks are always great and worthwhile and the food is always good and hot. In certain days you may even get to experience live music or karaoke night“

4.3 Superb81 Reviews
Casa Majanos Tex Mex Mexican • $
1439 11th St NW, Washington

“As a tourist I wanted some good food. Many places have a bunch of wall decor and fantasy front, but this place is for people that want good food and nice people. The chips were made once we ordered. Food was the best we had on our trip. Highly recommend stopping here if your looking for just good food.“

4.8 Superb13 Reviews
Guapo's Cocina & Bar Mexican • $$
3050 Water St NW Suite WG60, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Shredded Beef Chimichanga
Guapo’s Plato Grande
Guapomole with Chips
Steak Burrito Grande
Trios Ceviche Mixto
Pick Two Enchiladas
Sopa De Mariscos
Guapos Margarita
Ceviche Superior
Tacos Al Pastor

“We sat at the bar. Delicious food and drinks. Great service. We came twice on our trip to D.C.“

4.1 Good455 Reviews
La Lomita Restaurant Mexican • $$
1330 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Burrito with Rice and Avocado
Enchiladas Mexicanas
Camarones La Lomita
Chips and Salsa
Beef Enchiladas
Chicken Fajitas
Shrimp Fajitas
Steak Fajitas
Carne Asada
Guacamole

“Super delicious“

4.2 Good173 Reviews
Royal Rooster Carryout Barbeque • $
1826 Benning Road Northeast, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Philly Teriyaki Steak and Cheese Sandwich
Fried Chicken

“I'm a proud Royal Rooster regular and the food is always superb. I'm particularly fond with the Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich. The family that runs the restaurant are extremely welcoming and hospitable. I always feel at home when dining.“

3.6 Good36 Reviews
California Tortilla Mexican • $
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

California Sunset Bowl
Blackened Fish
Burrito Bowl

“Had their signature burrito. It was delicious. Cost was about $10; a couple of days before I paid $15 for a really terrible one from the DC food trucks. My daughter had bubble tea from a different spot in this food court that was also way better and cheaper than food truck. My conclusion is skip the food trucks and head over here and you will do much better.“

3.6 Good57 Reviews
Las Placitas Restaurant Latin American • $$
1100 8th St SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Ensalada Las Placitas with Shrimp
House Margarita Single
Chicken Nachos Supreme
Lomo Saltado de Pollo
Las Placitas Sampler
Yucas Con Chicharron
Jose's Special Combo
Fresh Guacamole Dip
Pupusas Revuelta 2
Shrimp Chimichanga

“Food was delicious!! Service was excellent!! People were so friendly! Love it here!!“

3.8 Good290 Reviews

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