50 Best Mexican Restaurants near North Bethesda

“I mean it's a food truck at a gas station, not much atmosphere. Other than that No complaints!! Unless I get there late and she's out of pollo??‍♂️. Not her fault lol. Never been disappointed and if you're nice you may get some home pickled jalapenos, definitely a great lunch option. It's my go-to a couple times a week. Definitely recommend ??“

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

“Very nice outdoor seating and great atmosphere. I really like retractable doors and how it opens up the restraunt. Tacos were wonderful and they have well flavored chips. Also totally worth going on Tuesday for their buy one, get one tacos for taco tuesday.“

“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“

“🥂✨ Brunch...still thinking about the unreal brunch experience we had this weekend! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was electric—bright, welcoming, and full of energy. The place was buzzing with laughter and clinking glasses.

The drinks were next level, especially the signature brunch cocktails. Every sip was a treat.

And the food? Absolutely spectacular. Perfectly plated, bursting with flavor, and made with so much care. Whether it was sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, every dish was a hit.

What stood out the most was the atmosphere—entertaining, engaging, and filled with good vibes. People weren’t just eating brunch—they were experiencing it. And you could tell the owners take serious pride in their space. From the service to the decor to the playlist, everything was done with intention.

If you’re looking for a place that serves more than just a meal—but a moment—this is it. You can see why you need a reservation.“

“great services! good drinks!“

“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.“

“Absolutely spectacular! Highly recommend!“

“I went to District Taco at the recommendation of a friend, and it did not disappoint. The menu has a variety of options to choose from, and luckily one of the staff there, Eimy, was really helpful with recommending what's most popular, as well as what she's personally grown to love. I'd definitely say I left satisfied. The vibes were good my whole time there, and there was very little wait time. I'll be going back and sharing it with those I know. Shout-out Emiy again, she hooked me up.“

“Amazing food. Attentive staff. This place serves a delicious variety of Mexican foods, beverages, and the best flan I have ever tasted. Our favorites include Tlayudas with pork, Bistec con Salsa Pasilla, Pastor Tacos. You really can’t go wrong. The offer tasty aguas frescas, tasty libations, and that creamy flan I mentioned above. The wait staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Angel is a gentleman, and listens carefully in order to customize your experience. I really kind of hate to let everyone know about this hideaway in Wheaton, but I can’t stop bragging on them!“

“Just returned from a visit to Mexico, and had dinner at La Vida which brings some of the greatest MX ambience to DC. The food in MX is so varied and La Vida echos that. Very tasty tacos with seafood and beef for two of us and black mole on quesadillas for another guest, with a huge selection of drinks to go along. We will definitely be back to savor much more of the wonderfully promising menu!“

“the food was amazing and delicious. I will be back!“

“Food was excellent, service was great!“

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

“Great brunches… will be back soon!“

“The chicken mole California burrito was really really good - specifically the tortilla and the mole and beans. Everything tasted homemade and delicious. The carnitas super burrito was also really well made and the guacamole was good.

The cold brew was the best cold brew I’ve tried (I’ve had about 10) - it was really chocolatey and delicious.

The reasons for 4 stars is that I didn’t like how the portions were a bit small for the price. The chips and guac was $12 and seemed to involve about 1 or 2 avocados.

The burritos were filling - appreciated and needed the salsa verde that came with them! But still a bit pricy.

These views might also be influenced by the fact I felt pressured by the card machine at the register to tip more than 20% before the food came. The first screen that pops up when paying has only 3 suggested tips: 25, 22, and 20% - the highest I’ve seen on one of these apps. In total it came to $63 for 2 burritos, 1 chips and guac, and 2 cold brew coffees including tip which feels very expensive. We also were accosted by wasps on the patio that tried to get into our food, so that’s a reason for the 4 star atmosphere.

Nevertheless I would recommend this place - if you’re not worried about the price and savvy enough to tip appropriately/not accidentally.

I am confident they are some of the best burritos you can get in the area, and cold brew!“

“Fantastic place for really good farm to table vegetarian food. This was a stop on a good tour of DC. The atmosphere is friendly and lively. The staff is fantastic. The food is amazing. I had a delicious taco that unfortunately I don't remember the name of 😑, but I did take a picture. I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try!“

“Drinks and food is great!“

“Good service, great food!“

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

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

“Absolutely fantastic food!!!“

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

“Quick table and good food“

“Delicious food. Great service.“

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

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

“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.“

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

“Enjoyed this place but looks like it may have closed down. Margaritas and tacos were excellent. Don’t think the neighborhood took to it like El Chucho’s bar scene. Tough location near Monroe St as it’s on the edge of 11th where the Coupe is king.“

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

“The team there is amazing, they are approachable and very helpful. It was our first time there, but they made it easier for us to pick a meal which was very tasty.“

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

“Good service ,,friendly people“

“Good service, great food!“

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

“Pikio Taco in Washington DC is a must-visit for food lovers! The Mexican Cheeseburgers are a standout, perfectly blending juicy beef with zesty toppings that create an explosion of flavor. Each bite is a delicious fusion of classic and Mexican cuisine. The well-stocked bar complements the menu beautifully, offering a fantastic selection of cocktails and craft beers. The lively ambiance and attentive service make it an ideal spot for a fun night out with friends or family!“

“Great food, great price point. Happy hour deals M-F 3-7 and all day Saturday and Sunday. I will eat there every day from today through Monday.“

“Very tasty food, pleasant atmosphere and attentive staff. Will come back,“

“great staff and delicious food“

“Saw the feature in CBS Saturday Morning show while traveling and was going to be near there later that same evening so was able to indulge. Delicious, quality food at very reasonable prices. The roast pork was perfect!“

“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!“

“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!“

“What an amazing lunch at this restaurant, the food was so fresh and delicious, our server Emma was so sweet and gave great food and drink recommendations. We will definitely be back and ask for Emma.
P.S. you should try the margaritas and you have to get the chicken Tinga burrito and the churros just melt in your mouth!“

“Friendly staff and great food!“

“Always great service /food/drinks we will always return“

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

“Their kitchen and bartenders are LEGIT!“