23 Best Mexican Restaurants near Poolesville

“Very good food and service. Nicely decorated seating area. My wife had the special (salmon with pasta) $25 and I had the chile relleno $16. We also had a bowl of guacamole $11. Pretty expensive Mexican food. The back area around the bathroom was dirty and not appealing.“

“The people here are just plain awesome and only their food outshines their awesomeness!We have lunch here at least once a week and El Fresco has never failed to deliver.It is Tex-Mex food made with the absolute freshest of ingredients. We swear you can taste the sunshine in the tomatoes used for the many varieties of salsa. Salsa that comes free with a huge helping of the best chips anywhere.We can vouch for anything shrimp having had both the shrimp quesadillas and the handheld shrimp burritos. Both of these are stuffed with fantastic shrimp and the very best of ingredients. (The burrito the winner of any we have ever had and we have had dozens!) All the proteins are of exceptional quality; pork, chicken, steak, etc.The nachos are in a category by themselves -- A delicious monster size helping which we swore we could not finish but oh, look -- we did!There is a terrific lunch menu which runs until the unusual hour of 4:00 p.m. which accommodates us workaholics who will suddenly look at the clock and realize lunch time has passed!We have not had anything of less than stellar quality in the dozens of times we have eaten here.The restaurant is always found in pristine condition as the manager personally takes the time to clean up on a regular basis; you can tell he takes pride in both the facility and the food.NVCC students take note: El Fresco is directly across the street from campus and it offers a 15% discount for students. Such a deal; we wish we were still in school!Please give El Fresco a try as the food is the best Tex-Mex to be found anywhere in the area.“

“We catered in Casa de Avila for a birthday party and it was such a hit! I knew their food was great after having it at their food truck, but catering in food can sometimes be a different experience. Thankfully, the catered food was just as good because they put care and quality into the prep and delivery! I can appreciate that it’s difficult to prep a larger size of food and deliver it fresh and in a way that upholds the quality of the food. They have everything down to a science. The employee who delivered everything was on time, professional, and careful! Their communication with scheduling and planning was outstanding which is very important to me. I highly recommend Casa de Avila for authentic delicious Mexican food! Best tacos in the area! ❤️“

“I just moved here at the area , from Maryland for 12 years now want do an update , these is how we got welcome ? in Virginia with this really good tacos ! Atmosphere is great the food are amazing good price and good music Latin , and stuff professionally! And place clean ! Love it I will be back Always ?“

“If you're near the Ashburn area, this is a really good Mexican restaurant. It was in a shopping center with many other stores that we had never been to. Service was pretty good and I loved the decor. One side had a bar too. We all enjoyed our food. The chimichanga was supposed to come with ground beef, but it can with shredded which was a delicious surprise. The guacamole was fresh. The salsa is more smokey, which I don't prefer but it was still tasty.“

“Got the Mango Habanero Shrimp. They are delicious. if you like spicy food and shrimp it's a must have. Got Fish taco's and Veggie Fajitas as our meals and both were very good. For desert had to try in my mind the staples, Flan and Tres Leches. They were delicious. My friend never tried Tres Leches and now he can't wait to have it again now.only issue was the other customers can be very loud. It's like a family type place with the atmosphere they have. the waiters and waitresses as well as the customers just get along. It's a very good place.I definitely recommend and can't wait to visit again.“

“This restaurant is the definition of don't judge a book by its cover. The outdoor decor definitely screams old-school diner and the inside is a bit dark. I was in Leesburg for a work trip and this was conveniently located by my hotel when we walked in it definitely looked a bit rundown, and we were the only people dining in. But as I started to read the menu, I got high hopes since their takeout line kept growing and growing, and people started to enter the dining room as well. I will say my coworker started with a margarita and it was not enjoyable and was way too sweet. But the food made up for it! I had the vegetable fajitas and they were very flavorful, and the portions were huge. My coworker had the enchilada taco combo and tried a pupusa. He said everything was tasty. It was his first time trying a pupusa and he loved it!!! I can't forget to mention that the chips and salsa were very good. I could literally drink that salsa! The server was super nice and took great care of us the entire meal. I will definitely be back on my next trip and I highly recommend.“

“Can't beat the quesadilla for the price! You get a giant quesdailla packed with protein& great flavors. The Al pastor quesadilla is my favorite! I recently had the Birria tacos, and I must say I now have a new favorite! So delicious! Even my husband couldn't help but steal a bite! Very cute restaurant. They play music inside sonits a bit of a louder environment. When you call, it's a bit hard to hear the employee on the other end, so I do suggest ordering online.“

“Kind, inviting people work here. I was greeted with a happy smile, great service, a real margarita with fresh juice, and a nice conversation. The Pollo Poblano Mole was a rich complex dish - authentic Mexican. Great job guys, keep it up! You have got an amazing restaurant and Bar. If you’re looking for authentic Mexican Food, stop by t’Kila Latin Kitchen & Bar, right here in Landsdowne. ?“

“This place is one of my all time favorites....the Elvis platter...and the Chuychanga are the best!! The creamy jalapeno dip is better than the salsa for dipping. My kids LOVE their burger so much they still order it now that they are too big for the kids menu.“

“My husband and I were out on a date night. We were spontaneous and just picked a restaurant on the fly.We ended up at BEBOP Korean-Mexican Grill. It was outstanding!My husband ordered the Korean Chicken Bowl with purple rice. He said it was very good, I tried some and he was right!I ordered the Bulgogi Cheese Steak Sandwich. It was over-the-top outstanding!We also shared an order of Mexican Fries, very yummy and spicy!We are so pleased with BEBOP Korean-Mexican Grill. The man behind the counter was very nice, he explained a lot the menu to us since it was our first time.We highly recommend BEBOP Korean-Mexican Grill in Ashburn, VA.We will bring our daughter here on family night and we will tell our friends as well!Thank you BEBOP Korean-Mexican Grill for the great food and service too. ❤️Dietary restrictions: N/AParking: Parking is great!Kid-friendliness: N/AWheelchair accessibility: N/A“

“The fish celantro stuff was fantastic!The beans were like a runny gravy.The garlic shrimp was served on the shell and very difficult to chew.The phone was in the booth behind me and kept ringing during the meal.I asked them to move it somewhere else, but I don’t think they know English.“

“Well, let's start by saying amazing. This place is amazing and the staff are very very nice and they are kid friendly too. We bring our toddler here and we are always greeted with smiles and excellent service. The food is just as wonderful as the people here... we get the same dishes all the time and it's always ready quickly and delightfully delicious. If I can give more stars I would. It's that good. I almost don't want to write this review just so I can keep this amazing place a secret... I love it that much and so does my fiancé. She gives it 5 stars... I just asked her, and she agrees... it's amazing. We love it and hope you do too.“

“Excellent food and service. The plates were big, priced fair and you could tell everything was made to order (so you might wait a little). We had pupusas with plantains that were not greasy and returned for breakfast that was incredible. Just FYI prices are not listed at the restaurant, but super inexpensive. Gracias Ana!Parking: Open parking.“

“I recently dined at Los Toltecos in Dulles Town Center and had a noteworthy experience. The highlight of our meal was the molcajete texano, a generously portioned dish recommended by our waitress, which was delicious and ample enough to satisfy two or even three people. However, be prepared to order extra sides like tortillas, rice, and beans if sharing among a group. The restaurant offers reasonable prices and benefits from the ample parking available at the mall, making it easily accessible. On the downside, the service was a bit lacking; our waitress didn't check on us as often as we would have liked. Despite this, the overall experience was pleasant, with the quality of the food standing out as a strong point.“

“Meal was good. Ambience ok. Shout to service. Hector was very good, smiled, and brought food in timely manner. Not to be critical, but the entertainment featured a singer whose voice was strong and polished. But sounded to much of a lounge act with phrasing that was too long. Songs were sung way too slow for my enjoyment and began grating on my nerves. 1st time there. Chips were thick and unsatisfactory. More along lines of Taco Bell. Will go back but no urgency to go back. Salsa should be better.“

“I definitely had a memorable dining experience at this Uncle Julio's. I ordered the carnitas fajitas and ate the whole jalapeno not thinking it was gonna be sooooo hot (because majority of the places I have been to that served jalapenos have not served spicy hot jalapenos). It definitely packed a punch and made me cry at the bar! Kudos to the bartender who acted like I wasn't just bawling while eating my carnitas. She also kept the chips and salsa coming and my drink filled, while I was waiting for my entree (which wasn't really that long of a wait). Service was for sure top notch.The complementary chips and salsa were pretty good. The carnitas fajitas and everything that came with it were delicious and flavorful. I would've liked more lime crema over it, but it was still pretty great. The portions are pretty good: as hungry as I was, I had to take some home (which is good for me for a midnight snack sometimes!). The restaurant can get loud, depending on who's dining close to you, where you are seated and the day/time it is. I came in on a Thursday night and sat at the bar fairly close to a big group of diners who were enjoying their night with a few drinks, so it was fairly loud, but I didn't mind. They were all animatedly talking about something and a couple of them had some entertaining takes on the subject. It's part of the dining experience! LOL.I enjoyed my dining experience at Uncle Julio's and will definitely come back.“

“Went to Local's Tacos and tequila (Sterling) the other week with friends. We started with the nachos (picture attached) and margaritas. The nachos are 2nd to none with plenty of toppings, real cheese, melted in broiler and really tasty. For my entree I had the combo steak and chicken) fajitas which were really of tasty and plenty of food. The service is prompt and friendly. The atmosphere is exactly what you want in a Mexican restaurant. Local's Taco & Tequila thanks for offering great food and service. I'll be back soon. Cheers!“

“This review is for Cafe Rio Catering. We ordered the Taco buffet for 25 people. They showed up right on time and delivered everything as expected.The food was fantastic! A couple of Mexican guests kept complimenting the quality and authenticity of the food.Well done!“

“Wow!!! I had never felt so comfortable in a restaurant, Mr. Luis Davila's attention was very good, very attentive, and very kind to us. He undoubtedly loves his job and there are very few people like him compared to other restaurants I have been to... ?‍?️ Magnificent restaurant with a very good and pleasant atmosphere. I recommend it!!Parking: It is very safe, I could leave my car unlocked and I know nothing will happen, very safeKid-friendliness: Yes, I took my nephews to eat that day and Luis served us spectacularly.“

“I don't know why people keep saying they don't have salsa, their salsa is AMAZING!! The warm chips, fresh cilantro and huge chunks of red onion ... I couldn't get enough... and I should have because then I couldn't finish my huge chicken burrito... but I did finish my huge margarita (salt & something red on the rim). Everything was delicious! The music was really loud... but it's not a big place, I did not expect the loud music but the food was so good I decided to enjoy the whole experience and then my toddler started dancing LOL. I will definitely go back! The service was ok, my waitress was nice and got everything to me in a decent time, everything that was supposed to be hot, was.“

“The food is fantastic. It is by no means authentic, but it is that sort of americanized take on Mexican food that somehow still hits the spot. You can easily spend a good $20-40 per person here, so I would not consider it for a random, "Oh, I just want a cheap taco," moment. However, for what you pay the portions are generous. The servers can get overwhelmed, but they are friendly when they do come to the table.My biggest complaint is the music. At times they will have Latin music playing over the speakers, a client selected song playing on the jukebox and even a live Mariachi band playing at the same time. The loud cacophony makes for a not-so-great experience. It gets to the point where you can't have a conversation at all.“

“Thank you, Anita.I lived in Virginia during late 90s, working with United Airlines. We used the order 50 to 75 every Sunday morning.Fast forward 25 years and my recent trip to Virginia. I got the famous breakfast burrito.And i'm just saying it was everything I'd remembered down to the pour on sauce!Keep them on the menu andWE WILL COME!Victor in Pittsburgh“