50 Best Mexican Restaurants near South Riding

“Great food and service!!!“

“My daughter keeps asking when we can go back all the time.“

“This is the best Mexican food in the area, period. As someone who works for a local small business in the area, and also grew up around here, this is the place you should be spending your money. Everything I have ever had here has been the best version of it. From the food to the people, it is the best, through and through. Order extra tacos, lots of pupusas, and tip well!!! They absolutely deserve it!!! SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS!!!!“

“Es uno de los mejores restaurantes de la zona de Manassas park la comida es deliciosa y la atención es de la mejor 👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰“

“First time seeing this place, but I knew what I wanted immediately. Loaded fresh birria tacos, the most satisfying in northern Virginia. Ask for hot sauce upgrades! I didn't dip these because they seem perfect as served. Get some tres leches to soothe the sizzle.“

“The food was great! Second time dining here and it definitely won’t be my last! 👌“

“I love this place, the food is pretty good, the staff is very friendly, it's family owned. I wish they had more sitting, but for being a food truck, they have a pretty nice set up. I always call ahead to order so that I don't have to wait. I recommend the beef tacos and the pupusas :)“

“This is such a great Mexican restaurant in South Riding and also family owned. The prices are great and portions large. Salsa is amazing! That is one thing that keeps me coming back. The only thing I’d work on is better crafted margaritas. They have the frozen in the machine that are OK.“

“We went and really enjoyed the food…“

“Buen servicio nos brinda la señora María estar como en casa gracias, pero falta en el bufet más variedad de comida“

“I love this restaurant! For years it has been a favorite. The food is great and so is the service.“

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

“great food, great staff, great environment“

“Enjoyed a delicious dinner with my family this evening. Friendly, attentive service and great food. I loved the California fish taco. We will be back soon!“

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

“A happy place with fun Latin music and good food. We like to bring visitors for the atmosphere and great service.“

“I ordered via UberEats. The burrito and enchiladas were amazing.

10/10 recommend this place and the delivery was very perfect. Still, it's even better if you're dining at the restaurant. It's worth the trip.“

“Great food. Great service. Great pricing. You can even watch them cook the food if you want.“

“The best tacos in the DMV area!! Ive been getting them for nearly a decade now and it’s my go to spot. I love taking my friends here because they’re always impressed with how good it is and it quickly becomes their favorite spot too!“

“Sangria is so so good. Salsa is fresh & flavorful. I recommend the chile relleno, seafood enchilada, beef fajitas. You won’t regret a meal here - friendly, attentive service.“

“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 😊“

“Yes my wife and I almost didn't go in . Wow ! That would of been a bad mistake! This place is the Best I've had . Margaritas were on point , the food was on point and the service was on point. Don't pass it by !“

“Did NOT disappoint! Enjoyed a tasty meal at La Finca this weekend. Staff was friendly and attentive. Most important, the food was delish. Salsa was smooth--just a hint of heat and not too much cilantro. Beef and chicken flautas offered a great crunch and tender meat filling. Chile relleno, filled with melty cheesy goodness, was a hit! The skinny margarita was as you'd expect--good, but not quite the punch of a regular margarita. The mango-habanero shrimp was a beautiful presentation and the sauce packed a great, sweet kick--minus a star for shrimp being really over cooked (easy fix for the kitchen, though). Sounds like the new management team is off to a promising start and we can't wait to visit again!“

“Food 10/10
Customer Service and vibe 10/10
will you return? Si! As you walk in you can just smeel the fresh food being cooked, and the music being played adds another layer of comfort. Portion sizes and flavor stays consistant. Asada is tier quality!“

“Se ve delicioso todo si como se ve sabe ,pues entonces quiero probar todos los platillos ...“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rob Diaz at this Baja Fresh is absolutely phenomenal. From the moment I walked in, his energy and attention stood out big time. He greeted me warmly, took real care with my order, explained everything clearly, and even added fresh extras without being asked. He moved fast, stayed positive, and made sure everything was perfect.
What really impressed me was how he leads by example — checking on customers, keeping the team sharp, and delivering service way above what you expect at a fast-casual spot. Rob has that rare combination of hustle, genuine care, and natural leadership that makes the whole experience better.
Honestly, this level of performance deserves recognition. Rob is the kind of talent that companies should be promoting to Area Manager or even VP-level roles. He’s a standout who represents the brand at the highest level.
Will definitely be back. Rob, you’re killing it — keep shining!
Highly recommend this location because of him.“

“We were looking for a way to get dinner for 4 takeout for less than$10/pp tonight and my husband suggested this restaurant after just discovering it earlier this week. This is a cheap eating gem! We will absolutely be back.“

“Food is tasty! Mild if you like that. Service was quick but was all but ignored when expressing food allergies as the server listened to my husband instead of me when talking. If looking for something quick and mild, this is a great spot. Music was wonderful. Atmosphere of the restaurant was wonderful.“

“Good food and drinks. Manager came to our table to make sure everything was good.“

“This hole in the wall did not disappoint! I couldn’t read the menu in Spanish but I was assisted in clear English which was helpful and I ordered what was recommended for my hankerings. The beef tacos seemed traditional Mexican style and they were so tasty! I got 3 to the order that were very filling. I’m fairly certain the tortillas were hand made, they certainly tasted fresh and homemade with something like pico & beef inside, topped with radish and cucumber, side of lime and the best sauce. So good! I wish I’d taken a pic because the presentation was nice. I ordered tamales to go and will have them later. They were wrapped very well and kept warm while I sat to eat. It smells delicious. I’m not local or I’d return.“

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

“So excited everyone waiting for that“

“La comida es muy en buena, a mi esposa y a mi nos encanta, cada visita a este lugar siempre me quedan ganas de volver! Mi última visita nos atendió Estefany y nos ofreció un excelente servicio.“

“Thanks Kelly our server at Anita's Restaurant for your friendly service and delicious dessert. From the Chilean family.“

“Excellent food and service!! Friendly staff reasonably priced. Very nice and clean restaurant. I highly recommend!!!“

“Best tacos, so delicious!!! Nice place together with Crooked Run Brewery and Nectar👌“

“After living near Chofita for 7 years, I can’t believe this was my first time dining here! I came with six family members, and every single one of us left with clean plates—that says everything about how amazing the food was.

The house-made chips were fresh and delicious, and the tacos were absolutely out of this world. Everything we ordered was flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with care.

A huge thank you to our waiter, Bori, who was incredibly funny, attentive, and made us feel like family from the moment we sat down. The manager was also wonderful and surprised us with a complimentary dessert since it was our first visit, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the experience even more special.

Great food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We had an amazing time and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Chofita to anyone looking for authentic Mexican food and a place that truly makes you feel at home!“

“best Mexican food in NVA and the staff is super friendly. Really enjoyed the entire experience and will be back.“

“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!“

“Classic spot, decorations haven’t been updated since the 80s, but the recipes are good and the service is great. Classic Mexican American tacos and enchiladas with a great price. This is the last OG tippys tacos left as the one that is at another location has changed names and ownership.“

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

“Good is always good and great service“

“We finally tried this place and must say we had a great experience! The Pupusas are delicious (very cheesy) and fresh! Their nachos are real nachos, they had carne asada pieces, beans, cheese, onions, tomatoes and probably more. Their Horchata is probably the best I’ve had in a long time! Milky not too sweet and definitely flavorful. Hungry for Authentic Salvadoran food? This is probably the place!“

“My party and I had a great time celebrating my boyfriend’s commencement ceremony. Uncle Julio’s brought everything we needed, kindness, beautiful lighting, and awesome enchiladas!! I recommend coming here to celebrate and the drinks are not bad either lol. Thank you Uncle Julio’s!!!“

“healthy food and good taste 😍“

“Anita’s breakfast burritos are so good, never fails. Everyone here was very nice. And I’m happy they are open early.

They are definitely doing it right at this place, I can’t wait to go back and enjoy my time sitting down in this beautiful restaurant. Thank you!!“

“Ive lived in the sterling area for most my life and its very difficult to find authentic mexican tacos.
Their al pastors, quesa tacos, el texano taco, and their churros are my favorites.
Pakos fresh mex is by far the best tex mex in the area, and definitely a must try.“

“Very bump I was not able to take a photo of the food, but it was amazing. It was very, very tasty and very fresh. It tasted very homemade. I will definitely definitely be coming back for more and also the aguas frescas omg delicioso 🤤 please try the gorditas de asada“

“I've been coming here every Tuesday evening with my family for almost 20 years. We park our car a half mile away and make the ritualistic hike into the boggy mosquito infested marshy stream that is Elkick Run. The only time we've ever missed a single weekly session was once when I was briefly a POW in Afgan.

I've never had any complaints. Until this last Tuesday. When we ordered our platter of 55 tacos, and what we were served could hardly be seen to be believed. These tacos are so small. I weep for the past.

I have attached a picture of the tacos next to my cat in the dining area for scale. Look at how small these tacos are. The tacos are right next to my cat. You can't even see them! 🥺🥺🥺“