Lives up to the hype! Most delicious tamales I’ve ever had, packed with flavor, and very filling tacos made with fresh ingredients. Chicken tacos were a bit more flavorful than the shrimp but the mess made eating both was worth it. Extremely fair prices too for the amount, and very easy to eat gluten free here. Oh and the margaritas? Also live up to the hype with multiple layers of flavor. Ok I’ll be quiet now.
Stephen Nicholas
A group of 14 had dinner here this evening. There were many choices offered and made from their menu. They have numerous signature. Margarita versions. Their food menu includes all the favorites and appetizers and entrees that are familiar and enjoyable. The food was tastefully prepared. Our server was responsive and the food came quickly. I would consider the pricing moderate.
Keith Shrader
One of my go to spots for tex-mex style food. Everything is great here. Whether I like it or not. Best guacamole, outside of my own. The house salsa is great with thier super crispy chips. I personally love the crispy beef tacos. Great flavor, and so juicy. If you ever catch it. I highly recommend the crab meat quesadilla. Service is always great. And the owner (I think he's the owner) is always around to share a great story. Let's not forget about the margaritas. Made just the way I like them. Limey, and with a heavy hand of tequila. The selection of tequila, and the different styles of margaritas is amazing as well. I will miss this location when it's gone.
Samantha S.
Love! The enchiladas are my favorite, particularly the beef. The sauce is flavorful, the beans and rice come on the side, and I like that it's served with guac and tomatoes. They have great margaritas and the staff is very friendly.
Josh Pence
Visited here while visiting DC. The place was clean, spacious, and the staff was very friendly and attentive. The good was very good and the portions were plenty. There were seven of us and everyone loved their meal. I had the fish tacos and my wife the tamales. I would definitely eat here again and even members of the family commented on the food while we were still in D.C. For more of my reviews on restaurants and other places of interest, follow me on Google reviews.
Brandon Burrows
Best margaritas in the area. The Tres Enchiladas are always ?. Will be back for more. And if you loved the ? you can always grab some to-go.
JH H-D
The tres leche cake was delightful!!
Brandon M.
Walked to this place this evening before my flight back to San Diego and ordered: - lobster Taco - Steak Tampiqueño - 3 amigos Margarita Absolutely everything was delicious! The lobster taco was so flavorful (I'm getting the platter next time) The Steak Tampiqueño was a plate full of goodness. The steak was juicy and tender, the enchiladas were flavorful and just right. Try this place out! It's definitely worth the visit! Note: the habanero salsa is great!
Russ N.
I discovered Taqueria el Poblano several years ago while on a business trip from San Diego. It immediately became my go-to place, Mexican or otherwise, each time I came to DC. Just revisited after a travel gap of a few years, and am thrilled to report the experience is even better than I remembered. They serve SERIOUS margaritas, and the Chili Relleno/Cheese Enchilada combo (I order this no matter where I go) was heads and shoulders above anything else I've tried in recent memory (This includes SoCal, Arizona, among other places). Their spicing clearly makes the difference. If they were in San Diego, they'd be my favorite Mexican restaurant in San Diego! Bien hecho!
Rebecca H
Came here on a Friday night hoping to have some drinks and relax after working from home all week. Was there for 1.5 hours and it was a painful experience- ordered the first drink when I got there, waited 30 mins, didn’t see the waitress again until we asked for the check. Some other guy had to come take our order and drop off our food. So disappointing and will go to the Irish Pub from now on when the opportunity arises. The worst part is the Owner was behind the bar and moderately busy and there were only two tables with people at them. No excuse to let people sit in your restaurant and obviously searching for someone to actually serve them. If you do choose this place sit at the bar because it’s the only place you’ll get service
Ordered the lobster tacos and seafood soup. The soup was ok, but the tacos left a lot to be desired. The tortilla (white flour) seemed a little stale and the lobster over fried. It was also doused in the sauce. The beans and guac also looked like they had been in the fridge for a while.
Carlos G.
The Best Margaritas around! Easy location with free underground parking. Nicest staff.
Caroline Hamric
Always, always get the queso appetizer. If you eat meat, get it with the chorizo. The margaritas are also excellent! I love the Tres Enchiladas plate. Parking is available in the garage behind the restaurant. I've always had great service experiences. No complaints!
daithih2021
Thomas (owner) and the team are amazing and extremely hospitable. The margaritas were freshly made and perfection to taste. The food was quick and delicious. We will come back again! Also, the queso is legend!
luvely me
I am a regular here, the salmon dish is so good! So are the quasadillas. Margaritas is just delicious; and prices are affordable with good atmosphere. alone or a group you can't go wrong.
Lives up to the hype! Most delicious tamales I’ve ever had, packed with flavor, and very filling tacos made with fresh ingredients. Chicken tacos were a bit more flavorful than the shrimp but the mess made eating both was worth it. Extremely fair prices too for the amount, and very easy to eat gluten free here. Oh and the margaritas? Also live up to the hype with multiple layers of flavor. Ok I’ll be quiet now.
A group of 14 had dinner here this evening. There were many choices offered and made from their menu. They have numerous signature. Margarita versions. Their food menu includes all the favorites and appetizers and entrees that are familiar and enjoyable. The food was tastefully prepared. Our server was responsive and the food came quickly. I would consider the pricing moderate.
One of my go to spots for tex-mex style food. Everything is great here. Whether I like it or not. Best guacamole, outside of my own. The house salsa is great with thier super crispy chips. I personally love the crispy beef tacos. Great flavor, and so juicy. If you ever catch it. I highly recommend the crab meat quesadilla. Service is always great. And the owner (I think he's the owner) is always around to share a great story. Let's not forget about the margaritas. Made just the way I like them. Limey, and with a heavy hand of tequila. The selection of tequila, and the different styles of margaritas is amazing as well. I will miss this location when it's gone.
Love! The enchiladas are my favorite, particularly the beef. The sauce is flavorful, the beans and rice come on the side, and I like that it's served with guac and tomatoes. They have great margaritas and the staff is very friendly.
Visited here while visiting DC. The place was clean, spacious, and the staff was very friendly and attentive. The good was very good and the portions were plenty. There were seven of us and everyone loved their meal. I had the fish tacos and my wife the tamales. I would definitely eat here again and even members of the family commented on the food while we were still in D.C. For more of my reviews on restaurants and other places of interest, follow me on Google reviews.
Best margaritas in the area. The Tres Enchiladas are always ?. Will be back for more. And if you loved the ? you can always grab some to-go.
The tres leche cake was delightful!!
Walked to this place this evening before my flight back to San Diego and ordered: - lobster Taco - Steak Tampiqueño - 3 amigos Margarita Absolutely everything was delicious! The lobster taco was so flavorful (I'm getting the platter next time) The Steak Tampiqueño was a plate full of goodness. The steak was juicy and tender, the enchiladas were flavorful and just right. Try this place out! It's definitely worth the visit! Note: the habanero salsa is great!
I discovered Taqueria el Poblano several years ago while on a business trip from San Diego. It immediately became my go-to place, Mexican or otherwise, each time I came to DC. Just revisited after a travel gap of a few years, and am thrilled to report the experience is even better than I remembered. They serve SERIOUS margaritas, and the Chili Relleno/Cheese Enchilada combo (I order this no matter where I go) was heads and shoulders above anything else I've tried in recent memory (This includes SoCal, Arizona, among other places). Their spicing clearly makes the difference. If they were in San Diego, they'd be my favorite Mexican restaurant in San Diego! Bien hecho!
Came here on a Friday night hoping to have some drinks and relax after working from home all week. Was there for 1.5 hours and it was a painful experience- ordered the first drink when I got there, waited 30 mins, didn’t see the waitress again until we asked for the check. Some other guy had to come take our order and drop off our food. So disappointing and will go to the Irish Pub from now on when the opportunity arises. The worst part is the Owner was behind the bar and moderately busy and there were only two tables with people at them. No excuse to let people sit in your restaurant and obviously searching for someone to actually serve them. If you do choose this place sit at the bar because it’s the only place you’ll get service
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Ordered the lobster tacos and seafood soup. The soup was ok, but the tacos left a lot to be desired. The tortilla (white flour) seemed a little stale and the lobster over fried. It was also doused in the sauce. The beans and guac also looked like they had been in the fridge for a while.
The Best Margaritas around! Easy location with free underground parking. Nicest staff.
Always, always get the queso appetizer. If you eat meat, get it with the chorizo. The margaritas are also excellent! I love the Tres Enchiladas plate. Parking is available in the garage behind the restaurant. I've always had great service experiences. No complaints!
Thomas (owner) and the team are amazing and extremely hospitable. The margaritas were freshly made and perfection to taste. The food was quick and delicious. We will come back again! Also, the queso is legend!
I am a regular here, the salmon dish is so good! So are the quasadillas. Margaritas is just delicious; and prices are affordable with good atmosphere. alone or a group you can't go wrong.