Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Washington, D.C., according to Tripadvisor

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February 8, 2023
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Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Washington, D.C., according to Tripadvisor

Mexican fare ranks second among Americans' favorite global cuisines, according to Chef's Pencil. Mexican flavors and ingredients have permeated all corners of American cuisine, infusing vibrant and varied tastes into Americans' daily diet. But while tacos and enchiladas may seem commonplace in America now, that wasn't always the case.

To be sure, Americans have been influenced by the flavors of our neighbor to the south for hundreds of years. But it wasn't until refugees from southern and central Mexico brought their culinary traditions north to the U.S. during the Mexican Revolution that dishes like tacos found their way into the mainstream. An increasingly global culture (and a growing number of Mexican fast-food mainstays and high-end restaurants) have cemented Mexican food's beloved role in U.S. cuisine. Which begs the question: Where does one go for the best Mexican food in Washington, D.C.?

To find out, Stacker turned to Tripadvisor to compile a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Washington, D.C.. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#30. Qdoba Mexican Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (41 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 555 11th St NW, Washington DC, DC 20004-1300
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#29. El Bebe

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (25 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 99 M St SE Ste 120 Ste 120, Washington DC, DC 20003-3957
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#28. El Centro

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (161 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1218 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20007
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#27. dLena

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (19 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 476 K St NW Suite D, Washington DC, DC 20001
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#26. El Sol

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (31 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 3911 14th St NW, Washington DC, DC 20011-5405
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#25. Far East Taco Grille

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (31 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 635 Florida Ave NE, Washington DC, DC 20002-3462
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#24. Las Placitas

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (79 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 517 8th St SE, Washington DC, DC 20003-2835
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#23. El Chucho - Cocina Superior

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (58 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3313 11th St NW, Washington DC, DC 20010-2405
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#22. El Sol Restaurante & Tequileria

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (51 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1227 11th St NW, Washington DC, DC 20001-4217
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#21. Santa Rosa Taqueria

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (40 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 315 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington DC, DC 20003-1148
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#20. Taqueria Nacional

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (49 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1409 T St NW, Washington DC, DC 20009-3905
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#19. El Tamarindo - Florida Ave. NW

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (94 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1785 Florida Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20009-2657
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#18. Surfside

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (63 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1800 N St NW, Washington DC, DC 20036-2404
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#17. Alero Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (174 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1724 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20009-1103
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#16. District Taco

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (80 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1919 M St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
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#15. Surfside

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (122 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 2444 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20007-1845
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#14. District Taco

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (93 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 656 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington DC, DC 20003
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#13. Taqueria Habanero

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (47 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 3710 14th St NW # 20010 Near Metro Station Georgia Avenue-Petworth, Washington DC, DC 20010-1321
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#12. Los Cuates Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (121 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1564 Wisconsin Ave NW Ste A, Washington DC, DC 20007-2795
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#11. Chipotle Mexican Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (148 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 2600 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 200, Washington DC, DC 20008
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#10. Agua 301

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (193 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 301 Water St SE, Washington DC, DC 20003-3734
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#9. Guapo's

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (151 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4515 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20016-4619
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#8. Burrito Brothers

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (89 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 205 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 1, Washington DC, DC 20003-1164
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#7. Tortilla Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (202 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 210 7th St SE Ste 100, Washington DC, DC 20003-4300
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#6. Cactus Cantina

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (416 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3300 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20016-3808
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#5. Mxdc Cocina Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (437 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 600 14th St NW, Washington DC, DC 20005-2008
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#4. District Taco

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (487 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1309 F St NW Between N 13th St & N 14th St, Washington DC, DC 20004
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#3. Mi Vida Restaurante

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (337 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 98 District Square SW, Washington DC, DC 20024-2491
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#2. Oyamel

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (2,181 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 401 7th St NW Corner of 7th & D Streets, Washington DC, DC 20004-2202
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#1. El Rinconcito Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (243 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Price: $
- Address: 1129 11th St NW between N L St & N M St, Washington DC, DC 20001-4354
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