50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Kensington

“Good service, great food!“

“I stopped by here for lunch after my dental appointment and decided to give it a try. I was immediately impressed by the wide variety of options on the menu. Ordering was fast, easy, and straightforward, making it a great spot for a quick meal. If you enjoy having lots of choices, I definitely recommend checking this place out!“

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

“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 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.“

“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 grabbed eight tacos to go and they were all delicious but what caught me by surprise was the restaurant. Even though I just got takeout, I receive great service and the vibe in here is so fun. This is a perfect place to come for happy hour or dinner or a brunch with the family. I highly recommend it.“

“great services! good drinks!“

“The service at the table was fantastic. However, the host’s service was terrible. Our reservation was at 6:30 p.m., and we waited for about 15 minutes or more to be seated. There was no notice or indication that our table was ready.“

“Authentic, delicious Oaxacan food! The owners are so passionate – not only is the food spectacular but you will also come away knowing so much more about regional Mexican cuisine. DC has needed a restaurant like this for a loooooong time. Go eat there and support them as soon as possible!!!“

“I recently went for brunch and the French toast was out of this world — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and one of those dishes you keep thinking about after you leave. The whole experience was such a vibe. Great atmosphere, beautiful presentation, and bold flavors that really stand out. Definitely adding this to my go-to brunch spots!“

“Great brunches… will be back soon!“

“Drinks and food is great!“

“great happy hour until 7pm“

“Vera is probably the coolest place in DC! Not only is the food incredible but the environment, the staff and the vibe knows no rival in the city. My wife and I love the place so much we decided to have our wedding there and with the help of the amazing Milena we had the best time at our wedding. From the food, to the drinks, to the party, to every small detail, Milena, Fatema, Dusan and the entire Vera team made sure we would have the best day ever and we did. Whether just grabbing lunch or looking for a place to celebrate, this is where!“

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

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

“Cristian and Tanika took great care of my Husband and I on his birthday. It was our first time here and the food was quick, fresh, delicious! The restaurant was very clean and spacious. We chose to dine in and I am glad that we did. Cristian was an absolute sweetheart and was very patient with us. Tanika was amazing and a great host and was very knowledgeable with a kind spirit. I am only coming to the Riverdale location from now on. Thanks team!“

“Food was Excellent.“

“Absolutely spectacular! Highly recommend!“

“The fresh guacamole was excellent, the burrito was absolutely delicious, and the bowl was packed with flavorful ingredients. The chef even came out to ask if our family was enjoying the meal, which was a very thoughtful. Great service, great food, and a wonderful quick stop near the capitol and library of congress.“

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

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

“Very nice place good flavor decent prices some may say it’s better than chipotle some say it’s not, my only gripe for me is I’ll avoid the onions not because I don’t like them but only because the chop is big and can overpower your food other than that yummy in my tummy“

“Very beautiful place the food is amazing and the service is very good thank you“

“We were hanging out in Georgetown with our guests from out of town and we were looking for a place to eat lunch. We are all vegetarians and upon seeing good rating of this small restaurant, we decided to give it a try and we are so very glad we did. It's a hidden gem with delicious and healthy food with all vegetarian choices. The food was not only fresh, perfect temperature, and tasty but they had things on their menu that you don't find at a normal mexican joint.“

“Food was excellent, service was great!“

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

“Great tacos! I ordered pastor and chorizo tacos and the flavors were great. Service was quick and friendly. There's one long picnic table for customers to sit, otherwise it's great for take away. Highly recommended, would definitely go again.“

“Great tacos from El Chilango. It’s great value for the money and made to order. Whenever in the area I try and stop by. I’ve tried a few different types of tacos from here and I stick to the steak and mixto. Additionally the onion and habanero mix that is offered on the side is nice touch. Recommend if I. The area.“

“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!“

“We had been wanting to try this venue for a while, so we decided to visit on a weekend between lunch and dinner. To our delight, the restaurant wasn’t crowded, creating a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere. The service was exceptional, with friendly and attentive staff who went above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction.

We opted for the Un Poco de Todo, a selection of the restaurant’s most popular bites. To our surprise, the portions were incredibly generous and the prices were incredibly reasonable. Our favorite was Empanadas de mariscos. We were thoroughly impressed and will definitely be returning for more delicious food.“

“Good portion size. it's a convenient concept if you need to eat with a group of friends with different preferences and restrictions. The place was a bit untidy after a seemingly busy day, but that's the only downside. I appreciate the outdoor seating and a spacious, clean bathroom.“

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

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

“The food was amazing. The service was exceptional and the people were incredible. They wanted our dining experience to be enjoyable“

“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!“

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

“Visited San Pacho today and overall had a really solid experience. I had the quesadilla, and my friend got the California burrito—which comes loaded with fries inside and was honestly really good and filling. One thing I really appreciated was that they offer non-alcoholic slushies. I tried the guava one and it was so good, super refreshing and definitely a standout. I was a little surprised they don’t offer tacos, but the menu still has great options that hit the spot. The food, staff, and overall vibe were all on point—friendly service and a chill atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer than planned. Only heads-up is parking can be a bit tricky on busier days, so plan accordingly. Overall, a great spot I’d definitely come back to.“

“I ordered the taco bar for a party and it was fabulous. The great thing about District Taco is that they provide everything from the delicious food to the chafing dishes/sterno, plates, utensils--everything. It really contributed greatly to the party and the food exceeded my expectations. Shout out to the delivery service they use for catering; they came in and set up the chafing dishes and food and it was a much more full-service experience than I expected. Pleasantly surprised by that. Highly recommend District Taco for their catering!“

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

“The best taco spot around.“

“We had such a great lunch. Was so good…. All the family loved it“

“Delicious food. Great service.“

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

“First time going. I got the carnitas tacos and they were good. Better than a few other spots in the area. If they acclimate themselves to the customer demographics in that area they will do well.

The atmosphere is unique and feels a bit unfinished. More of an open space to sit. The music was too loud to enjoy a conversation with a friend but it can be a spot to watch the world cup for sure.

I recommend checking it out.“

“Luz (Peruana) nos dió buenas recomendaciones, nos encantó la atención, buen ambiente.“

“😍Love Love Fish Taco Wildwood! Miss you! Hurry back!“

“Their kitchen and bartenders are LEGIT!“