41 Best Latin American Restaurants near Camp Springs

“La Caj Seafood is definitely a vibe, great energy, good music, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay for “just one more drink.” Sherika made the experience even better. She was friendly, attentive, and knew exactly how to keep the drinks and good energy flowing without hovering. Her personality matched the room perfectly…fun, welcoming, and professional. Ask for Rika when you go; she understood the assignment! I so love this place 🫶🏽“

“Great food great service!“

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

“Elegant setting. Beautiful decor. Stellar service. Innovative and delectable cuisine. Bonus points for mocktail options.“

“Great food! The only complaint I have is the laptop policy which prevents this from being a place to get work done especially over the weekend. However that’s subjective and I can understand some of the reasoning. The food is outstanding“

“Mita!!!! Wow!!! Well done We will savor those exquisitely delicious layered flavors, stunning presentations, delightful warm, personal service & outstanding ambiance & experience long after the last bite! Thank you so much for showing us just how incredibly tasty & flavorful plant based menus can be to enjoy fully. This was our first visit, but we can assure you we will be back soon & will let all our friends know to come & experience Mita for themselves. One of the best meals ever, truly!! Updated from previous review on 2026-08-14“

“Nice! The food was good and a very accommodating staff.“

“Delicious neighborhood place serving Guatemalan food and some Mexican inspired dishes. The service is friendly. The food is dependable and always delicious. They make the chips for guacamole or salsa and chips to order. Entrees come with traditional warm Guatemalan tortillas which are thicker than Mexican tortillas. I use them to pick up the delightful sauces.“

“We enjoyed our evening. It was raining and a Saturday in Memorial weekend and were able to get a reservation late afternoon for 7:30pm which usually unusual in DC. The cocktails were all superb including the mezcal cocktail, the gin cocktail, and the sangria. Definitely the best part. We did not order wine.
We ordered all vegetarian appetizers including the hummus(3/5 star), salad(4/5 star), carrots(4/5 star), tomatoe toast(4/5), Patatas bravas(5/5 star), entree roasted Cauliflower(4/5 star) and the vegetarian Paella(2/5 star as had too much beets and sweetness), flan(5/5 star), churros(4/5 star). It was a little dark and there were not many people this evening which was surprising. We enjoyed dinner for the five of us and was enjoyable. We parked in the Ritz colonial garage and received another ticket when leaving and parking was $10. Do not understand why they can’t comp us. It was pleasant but not out of world but I as enjoyable as healthy food with some good flavors. It was as about $90 a person total including tip reasonable for everyone who had a cocktail, apps, entrees and dessert in upscale DC restaurant. I would recommend a try as if ate fish or meat may be slightly better.“

“Amazing smiles and service! Best tacos in town! Great prices too!“

“the best arepas i have had outside of Venezuela.“

“10/10, took my wife for our 15 year anniversary and she loved, every delicious bite, every plate had a story to tell,such a wonderful and memorable experience. Gracias!!!“

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

“Had a wonderful dinner with friends - service was great and food unique and delicious! Highly recommend!“

“I've worked across the street since this place opened and never thought to stop by until today. I asked the cashier to ring me up for whatever he recommended and came back to the office with a pair of spicy beef and spicy chicken salteñas. The guy working the front had great hospitality; he walked me through how to eat it, and what I should expect through my new culinary journey. I loved it! The dough had a nice crisp bite on the outside, paired with the well-seasoned soup on the inside. Kind of reminds me of a South American take on a soup dumpling, and that sounds like all sorts of good. I'll be back for a quick luck break!“

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

“This Ricoton location in Petworth has really stepped up their game. Everything we’ve had at lunch and dinner time has been delicious. Their tacos, especially carnitas, are outstanding. The alfajores are one of the most delicious things you can get in DC right now. Now I just need to stop by for breakfast!“

“the best arepas i have had outside of Venezuela.“

“Very nice place with friendly staff And very tasty food and well seasoned“

“It's a food truck and typically you'd go and grab your food and leave. However, there were chairs out there. I would use some of those generated revenues for more tables.

The food is good, but could be better. The service wasn't the fastest but they were short staff. All in all i enjoyed my experience. If they're ever in the northern virginia area. I could see myself stopping by again!“

“What a great place!! Food: delicious 💯 Place: beautiful💘 Drinks: excelent 💯 Services: Fast and Friendly 🧑‍🍳 Yes, I recommend Cuba Libre Rest. DC“

“A small place so close that many walk by. Everyone seems to know everybody in this neighborhood restaurant bar. I've only been there for the drinks and conversations. Maybe next time I'll order from the menu while seated at the table. The bar area is small but the joy is making new friends. The atmosphere feels private and it's easy to unwind.“

“Friendly service! Try the chicken baleada! Pair it with fried plantains and guanabana!“

“🍽️ Benito’s: Incredible, Authentic Honduran Food – A Total Gem! A Must-Visit Central American Flavors

If you haven’t been to Benito’s yet, put it at the very top of your list. My little brother took me here for the first time, and it’s safe to say he completely knocked it out of the park with this recommendation. From the moment you see the menu, you know you’re in for an authentic, flavor-packed experience.

Here is the breakdown of the incredible spread we had:

The Main Event: Bistec Encebollado / Fajita Platter
The star of the table was a beautifully executed steak platter, packed with vibrant colors and rich, savory aromas.

The Meat: Tender, perfectly seasoned strips of steak seared to perfection.

The Mix: Sautéed with a generous mix of sweet onions, and crisp red, green, and yellow bell peppers that added the perfect crunch and sweetness.

The Sides: Served alongside a flawless mound of seasoned orange rice, a fresh, crisp salad topped with creamy avocado, diced tomatoes, radishes, and a squeeze of lime to cut through the richness.

The Ultimate Comfort: Pupusas
You cannot walk into Benito’s without ordering the pupusas. We got them served hot off the griddle with that signature, beautiful golden-brown char. They were thick, comforting, and stuffed generously. They came paired exactly as they should be:

Curtido: A crisp, tangy, lightly pickled cabbage slaw that adds the ultimate refreshing crunch.

Salsa Roja: A smooth, warm tomato salsa that ties every single bite together.

The Extras
To round out the meal, we had fresh, warm tortillas tucked in foil, a side of rich red beans topped with crumbled cotija cheese, and a sampling of vibrant green and orange hot sauces to kick the heat up a notch.

The Verdict: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Benito’s delivers massive flavor, generous portions, and that unmistakable taste of authentic, home-cooked comfort food. Shoutout to my little brother for introducing me to this gem. I will absolutely be back for round two!“

“customer service top notch (livida)“

“la comida es rica y el servicio es bueno.“

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

“What a gem! Amazing patio; the food and service were the best!“

“Delicious and a lot of food for the price. Mainly Venezuelan and Colombian food. Having alfajores and chicha morada on the menu make it Peruvian, too.“

“Hola si la. Recomiendo PERO QUE MEJOREN LAS PUPUSAS SOLO LES CUENTAN QUE YEVAN QUEZO PERO NO TIENEN LA SALSA NO ESTA BUENA PORQ ES DE ESA ENLATADA SIN SAVOR MEJOR SI LA ISUERAN DE PURO TOMATE SALUDOS A MI TUCAYA CHIQUiTA“

“The vibe is good. The service was very very slow. They kept forgetting to put things in. Not sure if they were short staffed. Don’t waste your time with the chips and dips. They tasted like store bought guacamole and salsa and cheap dollar store bag chips. But other wise the Citron sampler was amazing! We only one drink because again the service was slow. But overall I would try this place again because of the vibe and music.“

“Arepas deliciosas con sabor Colombiano“

“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 .“

“I’ve come with my family from maryland to visit a fellow family member, we started to look online a restaurant that we could order from and came across them. I’m very satisfied with the food, the people at front were great and friendly, it truly felt welcoming. I would totally recommend this place to eat some wonderful Pupusas, ones that truly feel that they came from El Salvador. I will definitely be visiting again!“

“I had the best time taking a Toscana Market Cooking Class! My team and I decided to switch up our team bonding and do something more fun and engaging! Chef Daniele guided us through shaping different pastas and it was such a fun experience! We even had a sauce off competition to see which group created the best pasta sauce! Afterwards, we all got to sit down and eat what we made together. 10/10 experience and can't wait to do it again with my team, friends, or even for a fun date night!“

“1st time here! The food was amazing! The service! Forgot to take pictures when we first walked in the food smelled amazing, everything was so clean.Their counters the back counters , the chefs. A lot of the words were not originally in English and the people working there was very friendly and took their time explaining the process to us.It's a very similar set up as chipotle , but I haven't been to chipotle since 2015. But this was definitely a lot better.My favorite items , only menu was the topper of dried beets. You wouldn't think it works, but it tastes amazing with your bowl.Burrito or taco. I really enjoyed the cheese balls.They remind me and the taste is very similar to korean mozzarella balls. The house fruit juices were very, very refreshing.I can't wait to come back!“

“Amazing pupusas!“

“I’ve been here at least 100 times.

I always call in advance and my food is always ready in “20 mins”.

I ordered the Fajita Mixta, which comes with chopped chicken, steak, and shrimp (4 pieces).

Honestly, this flavor is unmatched.

Only things I don't like is paying .35cent per extra sauce because I love sauce, so that's easily an extra $1-2, and not being able to sit in and eat “comfortably”. Please don't expect to be able dine-in.

(My ratings are based on quality of food and customer service)“

“Inconspicuous location with potholed parking, but warm reception and good food with a home cooked feel inside. Don't judge a culinary book by its cover. Stop by and try it. The yuca frita con chicharron was particularly tasty. Small menu, but competently prepared. A true diamond in the rough.“

“The food is consistently good at Silvestre's, and I love the mixed fajita! I have one suggestion though. If your customers spend more than thirty dollars for their food, you should give them some free sauces. You all nickel and dime on everything, and eventually people get tired of supporting that practice. Please consider a reward incentive for your consistent patrons.“

“Super good fav spot to go ea alone and family. And here serves is so good and he rea out like family.“