14 Best Taco Restaurants in Arlington

Taco Bamba Ballston Tacos • $
4000 Wilson Blvd Suite C, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Corn in a Cup and Chicken Taco Soup
Fried Chips DNA Guacamole
One Night in Bangkok
Slumdog Billionaire
Spicy Shroom Taco
Taco Bamba Taco
Al Pastor Taco
Tortilla Soup
El Rico Pollo
Chorizo Taco

“All but one taco is spicy. They're relying on the hot sauce to make food taste good. The staff wasn't very friendly. The location is convenient. I wouldn't go back since the menu is too limited for me. I have tried most things on the menu and they were fine. But really, please offer more items that aren't spicy.“

4.1 Good144 Reviews
Taqueria Esmeralda Tacos • $
1205 S George Mason Dr, Arlington

“I enjoyed 3 tacos al pastor. I like that the taco meat wasnt spicy in itself and was given a side of hot as an option. I think a menu price would be great.. small limited menu I dont think they offer drinks (there’s a 7 eleven right up the street) but overall pretty good no frills spot & will definitely go again next time I am in that area“

4.9 Superb17 Reviews
Picamas Food Truck VA Tacos • $
2425 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington

“Open late and everything tasted so fresh and authentic! We were looking for something to eat late on a Sunday night and a friend recommended Picamas since they lived nearby. I ordered the chicken burrito and it was so good. The tortilla was really soft and the chicken was so flavorful and went really well with the rice and veggies in the burrito. The owner was so friendly and they really made an effort to prepare our meal for us. Overall great food and we’ll definitely be coming back!“

4.7 Superb20 Reviews
Tacos Locos CD Neza Tacos • $
1560 Wilson Blvd, Arlington

“Wings are really really solid! Nothing super special but nothing negative to say. Just some really solid ole fashioned buffalo wings and fries well fried and good sauce. Also another review mentioned they received no ranch or ketchup but I did receive both. Wings and fries are 5x better than the more expensive ones right across the street at Wonder“

4.4 Superb14 Reviews
Taco Bamba Tacos • $
4041 Campbell Ave, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Charred Chipotle Eggplant Dip & Chips
Ancho Cashew Dip & Chips
Chilaquiles with Lengua
Pack a Bowl with Chicken
Great Big Mexican
Torta Tradicional
Mulita De Birria
Taco Bamba Taco
El Bacho Nachos
Tacos Al Pastor

“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 .“

4.1 Good115 Reviews
Tacos El Chilango Mexican • $
1719-1728 14th St N, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Tacos Al Pastor Y Asada Taco
Chorizo Sausage
Al Pastor Taco
Lengua Tongue
Pollo Chiken
Pacos's Tacos
Campechanos
Extra Salsa
Beef

“Amazing tacos! Jesus is so happy and friendly! It seems he finds pure joy in making and serving these excellent tacos. Highly recommend. Bring cash and your appetite and you won't be disappointed. The lengua is so tender, pork is delicious....they are all great!“

4.8 Superb112 Reviews
Tacos Mi Rancho Mexican • $
1301 N Cleveland St, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Pork Sausage Tacos
Cheese Quesadilla
Beef Birria Taco
Beef Tongue Taco
Street Tacos
Chicken Taco
Birria Tacos
Mixto Taco
Asada Taco
Fish Tacos

“This was my second time here, and I am even more impressed this time! The service is very friendly and they cook everything to order so it's nice and fresh. The birria queso tacos are some of the best I have ever had (the consume is so good I literally sip on whatever is leftover!) And the lengua...omg the lengua! Tender, bursting with flavor, def some of the best I have ever had! The salsa Roja has good flavor and a nice kick to it (on the level of Diablo Sauce from Taco Bell). I overheard them say business is slow because of the weather, so do yourselves and them a favor and show them some love! They accept cash and cards, and there isn't any online ordering but you can call in your order.“

4.7 Superb155 Reviews
PhoWheels at The Water Park Food Trucks • $
1731 Crystal Dr, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Fried Egg for Sandwiches Roti Tacos or Pho
Bo-Khirria Eggrolls x3 with Broth
Side of Laughing Cow Cheese Whiz
Bo-Khirria Eggrolls 3 with Broth
Saigon Eggrolls w Nuoc Cham x3
Bo-Khirria Banh MI with Broth
Bo-Khirria Banh MI w Broth
Barb-Kho-A Tacos x3
Oxtail Pho Tacos x3
Bo-Khirria Banh MI

“this was the BEST pho I’ve ever had!! I got their Banh Mirria Sandwich, and it was the most delicious thing i ate all week. The bread was soft and fresh, the beef and cheese were scrumptious. Highly recommend! I’ll be following them around the US for the rest of my life“

4.6 Superb159 Reviews
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El Rey

El Rey Tacos • $$
4201 Wilson Blvd, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Chorizo Potato Hash
Breakfast Burrito
Burrito Birria
Adobo Chicken
Al Pastor Taco
Street Tacos
Queso Fundido
Nachos Pollo
El Rey Fries
Birria Tacos

“Carne asada tacos were great. Ribeye tacos 🌮 were bomb“

3.9 Good118 Reviews
Westover Taco Mexican • $
Recommended
5849 Washington Blvd B, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Mui Fuego Pollo Taco
Birria Quesadilla
Carne Asada
Al Pastor

“Westover Taco is a cozy, local favorite with a laid-back vibe. The tacos are fresh, flavorful, and nicely portioned — simple but made with care. The ingredients taste clean, and the tortillas have that perfect texture. Friendly service, chill atmosphere, and food that feels honest and satisfying. A great neighborhood spot for easy, tasty bites.“

4.6 Superb110 Reviews
Banditos Tacos & Tequila Mexican • $$
1301 S Joyce St Suite D - 4, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Cheesy Beef Empanadas 3ea
Al Pastor Birria Tacos
Mexican Street Corn
78005 Monster Nachos
Quesadilla Marina
Chips & Guacamole
Bang Bang Shrimp
Boom Boom Shrimp
Street Steak Taco
Chips and Salsa

“BRING BACK QUESADILLA MARINA! That’s was the best quesadilla ever!!!“

4.2 Good331 Reviews
Taco Rock - Rosslyn Mexican • $
1501 Wilson Blvd, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Birria Crunchy Supreme Wrap
Specialty Taco Combo
Birria Crunch Wrap
Elote Surf N' Turf
Cheese Quesadilla
Specialty Tacos
Ahi Tuna Taco
Street Corn
Carne Asda
Guacamole

“Visiting from Birmingham, this was some of the BEST Mexican food I have ever had. It was very affordable and delicious.“

4.4 Superb112 Reviews
TAQUERIA LA CEIBITA Mexican • $
4625 Columbia Pike, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Tamales Mexicanos
Tacos De Chorizo
Quesadilla
Pupusas
Burrito
Tortas
Pollo

“Tasty tacos from nice folks. Definitely staying in the rotation 😋“

4.4 Superb56 Reviews
Sofia's Pupuseria Salvadoran • $
3610 Columbia Pike, Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada with Rice and Beans
Carne Asada Con Tajadas
Pollo Con Tajadas
Tacos Al Carbon
Squash Pupusas
Pescado Frito
Pupusas Tacos
Taco Platter
Quesadilla
Frijoles

“Sapodillas in SE DC delivered a meal that felt like a celebration on a plate. Every dish came out vibrant and full of flavor, and the presentation had that quiet elegance that makes you pause before diving in. The service matched the food—warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Samantha, the owner, was especially delightful. She moved through the dining room with an easy brightness, checking in on guests as if hosting a dinner party in her own home. Sapodillas is truly a standout in the DMV and absolutely worth the visit. Try everything but don’t miss the Oxtails and the Dulce De Leche Pancakes.“

3.6 Good92 Reviews