50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Lake Ridge

“La comida es deliciosa, gran variedad de bebidas, es atendido por personas muy amables y todo a muy buen precio“

“Let me tell you. This Taco Bell is my home base. My rock. My reliable ex with the good good. Because it’s always open late, and it always bangs.

In all seriousness I have never had anything wrong with an order here. I have come through that driveway more than a handful of times at 1 and 2 am car full of people hungry as hell.

And no matter how obnoxious or annoyingly long our order the staff has treated us with kindness and respect. It’s the kind of fast food experience you dream about.

I LOVE these guys and gals and 100% gotta give late night their props. You are AWESOME.“

“Best birria tacos ever! Make sure you get the sides, rice, beans, esquiotes (elotes in a bowl). It was so good we got food to go to eat tomorrow. We live 60 miles away and unanimously agreed to come back here just for the food. They are getting a liquor license and will start serving drinks next week. I can't wait to return. Additional bonus, the staff was awesome, friendly, helpful, hospitable and the food came out quickly.“

“The BEST Mexican food truck in the area! It is super authentic and always fresh. The food is amazing but in particular they’re made to order tamales. You have to contact the owners wife and get a minimum of 12 either chicken, pork, or rajas but trust me it’s worth it!“

“The food was fantastic, service was also fantastic. Would recommend this great place to anyone! Thank you, and you will be seeing me again!“

“This restaurant has the best Mexican food in Northern Virginia. The staff is outstanding. We go there almost every week.“

“Great food, service and price!“

“Really good stuff here. Well worth the price. Birria and Chorizo tacos. Fast service. Awesome decor.“

“Fantastic food! Wow! Calamari was so fresh, lightly crispy and the sauce with it was amazing. I’m really impressed.“

“We had the perfect trio! Steak nachos for an appetizer, enchiladas verdez and malcajete for the win! Margaritas of all varieties are on point!“

“The best Latino food in town !!!“

“Love their breakfast burritos. I only have experience with carry out but it was great. Food was delicious and family wanted more, so I placed a second order and they had the food ready in a few minutes. Looking forward to coming back again!“

“Muy buena comida muy bien a tendida“

“Muy deliciosa! Don't be intimidated by the facade. The blacked out windows belie the bright, festive decor inside. We got a mix of street tacos that contained twice the meat compared to street tacos in comparable restaurants in the area. The hostess/waitress was very pleasant. The restaurant and bathrooms were spotless. We will definitely be back!“

“Very good and friendly swevers.“

“Our server, Jocelyn was incredibly sweet. She didn’t make me feel like somebody sitting down at a restaurant. I felt at home she made me feel like Family. The food was phenomenal
If you’re coming here, ASK FOR JOCELYN“

“Amazing food and great service!“

“Food was good but they cheap with sauce. You bought 1 order of 1/2chicken w/2sides you get the same amount of sauce for 4 orders of 1/2 chicken. This is in Bowie Md location. I guess I am not coming back there again.“

“I highly recommend them! Their food is amazing!“

“Erica - has been here for 19yrs !!“

“I wish there were more locations. I love the food. Everything is fresh, and you can taste the difference in every menu item. The staff does the best they can, but unfortunately this location is short staffed. Please be patient when you are there, they are doing the best they can.“

“best breakfast burritos in the world“

“Very friendly waiter and good food 🙂“

“By far my favorite Sushi place!“

“Good eats, reminds me of UMBC days @bj“

“My sister is obsessed with all the animals like the flamingos and the giraffe, lol. The food came in about 10 minutes, and it was so good! I highly recommend this restaurant! ?“

“Comida exquisita ,, Me Encanto“

“Big plate of good food for a reasonable price“

“This place making a killing! The rice is not Mexican it taste peruvian....Peruvian..... but the rest they nailed it I thought it was knocked down . But I was told they moved across the street. from route 1 widening. But the rice does not taste Mexican everything else was great!!“

“The best tacos around the area without a doubt. As a Mexican, it is tough to find good tacos around here and we always prefer homemade. But these tacos are legit. The taste is authentic and simply to die for!🤤 The queso birria tacos with the consomé are amazing! The tortas and the consomé on its own are delicious as well. Everything is top tier. Wishing continued success to Tacos El Vale✨“

“Mi plato favorito, Jambalaya! Muy bueno!“

“As a South Texan transplant in the DC area, District Taco was the end of a years-long search for a PROPER breakfast taco. It tastes like home, the salsa is pure joy and the staff are always nice and expedient.

Do I hate having to drive 30 mins to find breakfast tacos? Yes. But the heart wants what the heart wants; it's worth it.“

“Me gusta, muy buena atencion, lugar comodo y aseado. aun me falta provar todo el menú, compré pupusas están buenas, aunq aun pueden mejorar..“

“Went in for lunch today. First the place was very clean. No greasy floors or tables. Even the salsa bar was clean!

Ordered flautas and a torta. Both were delicious. Flautas perfectly crispy, beans were really good. Great presentation and a very good portion. My friend loved her sandwich as well. Sauces were varied in spice level so something for everyone.

Great service! Would definitely go back.“

“Great food. The service was quick And our waiter was amazing.“

“Best authentic Mexican around! I usually go for the Quesabirria. Its a hit every time! These other reviews saying that the service is garbage have got to be spineless people who were rude from the start. Been here more then ten time and have yet to have a bad experience! Keep up the good work!“

“Karaoke bar every Thursday to Sunday from 8 pm to 2 am“

“Taco Ssam has a really nice atmosphere, and the interior is beautifully decorated. The tacos were delicious and definitely hit the spot!
The only downside was that I remembered they used to offer unlimited chips and salsa, but on this visit they were an extra charge. I understand that with today’s economy, many restaurants had to make changes, so it wasn’t a dealbreaker.
Overall, we had a great time, enjoyed our meal, and would definitely come back whenever we’re craving tasty tacos!“

“This place RULES. Their quesadillas are amazing and probably the best in all of NOVA.“

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“I tend to get food here weekly and it’s always a joy to see the same gentleman who always serves me. That being, Freddy. He’s efficient, charismatic, patient, and I wouldn’t even want to get food here if not for seeing him every time. Super cool guy, and he supplies great service.“

“The first time we went here we weren't impressed. However, one of the owners reached out to us personally and invited us back. We have been back twice. They are awesome! The food is yummy and reasonably priced. Staff is very friendly! Only downside is they now do not have fountain drinks (cans only) but I think that's just a sign of the time of living in a pandemic. Hopefully, when we return to a somewhat normal existence this will be back. Love Guapo's and highly recommend!“

“Excelente atención al cliente, la comida exquisita 👌 100% recomendado, nos atendió la sra Eneyda 💛“

“Delicious food. Service took a while which is expected. Its more of a take out spot if you are looking for atmosphere.“

“I purchased almost everything on their menu, my family and I have tried their tacos de carne asada and pollo, torta de carne asada, and their quesadilla de birria. I have no complaints on the tacos or tortas. They tasted amazing. Their birria is a little saltier than I would want it to be. Their side of consome and rice is so delicious. I wouldn't mind going again just for tacos and tortas. I cant wait to try their steak and cheese subs. I'm looking forward to trying that next. I spent almost $50 wiht 2 quesdillas de birria, 3 tacos de carne asada, 3 de pollo, a torta de asada and a sidral. For that much food no complaints“

“I highly recommend them! Their food is amazing!“

“Pupusas were excellent. Kids enjoyed the tacos too. Enchiladas not spicy. The guacamole was surprisingly underseasoned but the chips were fresh and crispy. We added salt and fared well. The atmosphere is more of an adult atmosphere-- full bar, sports, pool tables, etc. You can tell it's for nightlife. But for lunch it was fine w kids. All of us were amazingly full esp for the price. Worth a stop.“

“My choice over Chipotle any day!“

“My husband and I are visiting the area but I grew up in Virginia so we are familiar with the area. We were looking for a Peruvian chicken experience. We found a delicious diverse menu full of Peruvian specialties at a super affordable price!

The waitstaff are extremely friendly and helpful. On the day of our visit there was a young lady preparing fresh fruit cups in front of restaurant.

Our purchase was 2 orders of El Tipico, 1 loroco pupusa, 1 ayote pupusa, half of a roasted chicken (for the drive home) and a 16oz fresh pink guava juice as well as a sweet fruity cashew drink called Maranon. We also snagged a watermelon cup on our way out.

The restaurant wasn’t very busy so I hope more people will visit and keep them in business. Our entire purchase was less than $60 which is unheard of in Northern Virginia. Definitely worth the visit! 👍👍“

“I can confidently say Tacos El Costalilla has the BEST tacos in Woodbridge. Everything about this place is amazing. The service is always so friendly and the food comes out super fast, which I love.

They also have a self-serve topping bar, so you can load up your tacos exactly how you like them. I got the carne tacos and they were SO good, especially with a fresh piña juice on the side. You can really taste that all the drinks are made fresh.

My friend ordered the al pastor tacos and honestly… she said they were even better than the carne 😭 she also got the horchata and loved it.

I also tried a cheese pupusa and it was SO good. This is honestly the first place I’ve tried in the area that has both amazing tacos AND pupusas done right.

And to top it all off, I got a churro at the end (yes I was being big back 😂) and the lady made it fresh for me without me even having to ask. That alone made the experience even better.

I seriously love this place and will keep coming back. If you’re in Woodbridge and want real, flavorful tacos, you NEED to try it.“