50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Darnestown

“Food can be inconsistent and located out front of a gas station now, but the tacos and Quesadillas that I've had are generally good a reasonably priced. Birria has largely been delicious when ordered. Haven't had an issue with language barrier when ordering in person.“

“Delivery through Uber. Excellent fresh and tasty food. Well packaged. Great presentation. Best Mexican we've had in a long time.“

“Good service ,,friendly people“

“Friendly staff and great food!“

“Quick table and good food“

“Best food I’ve tasted must get the pupusas those were the definition of delicious super friendly people truly a unforgettable experience“

“Hidden gem! Parked to go into another restaurant then happened to see the orders this restaurant was bringing out, so switched gears and came here for lunch. Food was delicious: fresh, hot, tasty unique flavors. Fresh ice water available for paying customers which was nice. The staff was friendly and smiling, helpful, polite when our child was looking for the restroom and the tables were cleaned up fast which was nice as the tables were turned over quickly. Want to come back even though we don’t live close!“

“I am officially ruined. I ordered 2 al pastor & 1 carnitas tacos, and I am blown away. I also ordered a side of chips & guac, and it is THE BEST GUACAMOLE I’VE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE! This is not an exaggeration. I will always and forever crave Tortacos now.“

“Bar none the best lengua tacos on the planet…. Excellent beer selection and the staff is wonderful. Get here 🌮“

“The tacos were delicious but my favorite was the shrimp tacos, yummy. The mango margarita was also beautiful and delicious!“

“Finally found a place that serves good tacos in the area! Pretty unassuming place tucked away but I was lucky to have found them. Great tacos, great gorditas, and spicy salsas. Honestly cant beat this place. Give the place a shot and support a small business!

Parking: Parking is not good here. They have a couple spots in the rear but its crowded with the body shop cars. Street parking is available and is probably your best bet.“

“5/5 stars! I had an amazing experience at Baja Fresh in King Farm Shopping Center, thanks to the incredible service from Dora!

From the moment I stepped up to the register, Dora greeted me with a warm and friendly smile. Her welcoming demeanor set the tone for a great experience.

But that was just the beginning. Dora continued to impress with her exceptional service, bringing my food to me and checking in later to see if I needed anything else. When I mentioned I was taking my food to go, she even brought everything I needed to pack up my meal and salsa. I got the pick 2 fajitas with steak and shrimp, an extra side of carntas with a small chips and queso, which was very tasty and a nice sized portion. I'll definitely be eating the rest for lunch tomorrow!

Dora's attention to detail, kindness, and genuine smile made my visit truly enjoyable. Her exceptional service is a testament to her outstanding customer service skills.

If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and visit Baja Fresh at King Farm Shopping Center. Ask for Dora, and I guarantee you'll receive top-notch service with a smile!“

“Moved to Germantown 3 and half months ago and came here for the first time last night, Judith was our waitress and she was great! Service was fast, food was amazing, the staff were great..even the security people! We got to witness 3 birthday celebrations they do and the performance is quick & fun!! Ricardo came by at the end of our meal to make sure we were good and helped pack our leftovers to go! Great things to say about this place and will definitely be returning. Thank you everyone for the top tier service“

“the food is delicious. the plate are serve with good amount of food. customer service os very kind. 100%“

“Amazing food! My new go to for burritos & tacos! They’re packed with flavor. I’m from CA and newer to the area… been on the east coast for past 4 years though. This is probably the best burritos/ tacos I’ve had in a loooong time.. I got the burrito with carnitas and a birria taco
Seriously I don’t understand some of the reviews… guess us Californians just know what good flavor is! ….😂“

“good service and very good Ford. 10/10 recommend.“

“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 best Mexican food in the area...I will never changed for another one. the service is very friendly and make our experience very pleasant. thanks 😊“

“Best Mexican food in town. Breakfast is the BOMB!“

“Muy bonito lugar familiar pequeño pero mucha calidad humana“

“super riquicimos tacos los mejores una atencion esencial para my son los mejores tacos“

“great company and fun employees“

“I placed a call in order for pick up. Two chicken enchiladas.. came with rice beans, pico, guac and sour cream. Also got queso and chips and an horchata. The horchata was very good!! All the food was great except I wasn't a fan of the rice.. didn't taste like normal Mexican restaurant rice.. it tasted like the Knorr Spanish rice, which if you've ever had that before, it tastes very plain. The food was hot and ready and the girl who helped was friendly. I was searching all Mexican restaurants in the area and this one had the best prices as well.“

“My first time coming here is truly an amazing experience! My birthday is next week the staff felt like family we danced they made me a drink overall such a fun time ! If you’re wondering if you should try RUN don’t walk here !! Happy hour 12 pm -10 pm too Monday-Thursday!!“

“Tried the new location in Chesapeake this afternoon when I was heading out of town. I got a chicken bowl and it was SO GOOD. Way better than chipotle in my opinion 👀“

“Oh, great food! The tacos from that truck are seriously my favorite too; they always hit the spot. The ingredients are always fresh, and the flavors just explode in your mouth. I love how quickly they make them, so I can get back to whatever I was doing. Honestly, I could eat them every day.“

“Consistently the best food in Rio! Service is always good, and the food is excellent! The pickings for good food in Rio have become slim over the years with constant restaurant closings but Guapos has survived for a reason.
The queso is to die for, my favorite in the area for dine in Queso Blanco. Also every wait staff I've had tend to my tables has been attentive and kind.
There will probably be a wait for a table but it's worth it if you're in Rio already for a movie or something, as there's really no better place to eat in Rio.“

“The best tacos I’ve tried in the area!!! Carne asada is well seasoned and has crispy bits. Tortilla is actually fried on the griddle and salsa is spicy and delicious. $4 per taco a bit steep imo but inflation I guess. I always stop to eat when I pass by.“

“Just had the most amazing tacos at Taki Tacos! The flavors were spot-on and totally authentic—felt like a trip to Mexico. Plus, the service was super fast, so I didn’t have to wait long to dig in. Definitely my new go-to spot for tacos!“

“The best hole-in-the-wall Mexican place in Gaithersburg. However the staff plays loud music on all the TVs, loud enough they can hear it from the kitchen... but as a customer you have to sit by those TVs and the noise is unpleasant. Meals here are fantastic, they just can't last too long on account of the noise.“

“I love love loveeeeee this place! I recommend EVERY THING on the menu 🥰“

“Karaoke Nights!!! Chorizo!! Great food! Fun staff!“

“Never a disappointing experience!“

“This was my first time eating here, and it definitely won’t be the last. I stopped by today unplanned because I was in the area, and let me tell you—they have the best fish tacos I’ve ever had! They were off the charts. I live an hour away, but I will definitely be bringing my family here to eat.“

“I love their patio dining. I think their steak fajitas are some of the best flavored fajitas. Wash it all down with a tasty Paloma Rita.“

“Thank you ladies ? These women are barbarians! The tongue tacos are the best tacos we've had in MD! Add to that the way they serve you, their kindness and their good attitude. We recommend it and we will definitely return! Only the tables are missing, but it invites you to have a good conversation in your car while you taste!“

“Perfecto los amigos Vn compte con tus amigos“

“Cafe Rio is truly in a league of its own. The cheese quesadillas are nothing short of spectacular—perfectly crisp on the outside, ooey-gooey on the inside, and always made with the freshest ingredients. Every bite is a testament to their commitment to quality. But it’s not just the food that sets this place apart; the employees here are exceptional. Their warmth and attentiveness transform a simple meal into a delightful experience. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, the friendly staff will make your day with their genuine smiles and excellent service. Highly recommended for an outstanding dining experience!“

“Today I visited the restaurant with some friends and we thought the food and customer service were great. The waitresses are friendly and very dedicated to their work. We will definitely come back again, I highly recommend it and the place is very clean!“

“I love California Tortilla and this place didn't disappoint! The steak fajita burrito was delicious. The Coke from the machine was off, but I'll chock it up to a mistake. Someone probably put the wrong bag in the regular spot, it tasted like cherry. The sauce wall has some pretty amazing sauces and to-go containers. Will definitely be back!“

“Great local spot to satisfy your Spanish food craving. But please, someone manage the music. I can't remember the last time angry emo music ever pair well with eating. Please, for the love of God, get the 13 year old running the music off.“

“service was amazing and friendly“

“Probably the best place in MoCo for Peruvian chicken. It's always cooked on point and the sides are always fresh. I've tried recreating their Brussel Spouts and Carrots at home and can never get the same flavor. Much better quality that the "chains" here in MoCo.“

“I stumbled upon this p-lace when I was poking around on TripAdvisor. I had never had Salvadoran food before, but ask my dad what he thought of pupusas. He said he loved them, so I thought I would give them a try. After a long day at work, I swung by and they were empty (too late for lunch and a tad early for dinner). I walked right up to the counter and got my to-go order. I got three pupusas and they were ready in ten minutes. The plain cheese one was fantastic and super gooey. The pork one was by far my favorite with a nice mix of meat and cheese. The bean one was my least favorite as it was a tad dry. The pupusas themselves were definitely hand made and were bigger than I expected. I kind of just wish I had gotten two of them as three just made me so full. But I could not stop eating...“

“Best pupusas ive had here in Md. Great quality. Pupusas came out hot! And fresh. Let me say ive been to various pupuserias like in wheaton, langley park but this one in my opinion topped them off. That said i can only say that for the pupusas. The burrito were ok since they went heavy on the rice.“

“I really liked the experience since I am a big fan of birria, the boy is very friendly and the food is super exquisite! 100% recommended, if you feel like eating birria you have options, birria pizza, birria ramen, quesabirria, birria tacos! Finally you can get out of the routine and try this place!?

Parking: It's at a gas station so you don't need to pay to park ?

Wheelchair accessibility: It is an open place, it has no stairs.“

“excelente buena comida excelente servicio“

“We had a blast for our lunch together today. There were about 25 of us and the food and service were great! ?? I got the special shrimp tacos and they were very good. I also got a burrito with the sweet pork! OMG ?

Wheelchair accessibility: I have a wheelchair and I parked in the WEGMANS parking next to Cafe Rio. It was a very busy day today but they got everyone's order grear service and we had an awesome time“

“It’s seriously so bland… I haven’t had qdoba since my high school days and maybe it’s the location, but there’s absolutely no flavor in any component of my bowl. I would’ve been better off with chipotle.

UPDATE: Originally 1 star

I ordered two bowls today since their customer support gave me two free entrees which I’m thankful they made it up to me. I will say that the bowls taste better today than the last time I ordered and that the workers on the line were nice and made the pick up easy, but I still think there’s lack in flavor unfortunately.“