Tex Mex restaurants in Washington, DC
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Rio Grande Café
One of the city's top spots for Tex-Mex. Start with a bowl of melted queso (cheese); ask for some fresh flour tortillas on the side. The fajitas are some of the best in the business and what to order (skip the only so-so tacos and enchiladas).
Our lunch menu favorite is camerones a la parilla (spicy bite size, mesquite grilled shrimp done up fajita style). Order a margarita or the signature 'swirl' (frozen margarita and sangria) - both pack enough booze to get you tipsy. Portions are large, and appetizers double as meals, especially if you fill up on the free chips (delectably light, crispy and perfectly salted) and salsa (delicious mixed with the queso) first.
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Tortilla Coast
Hillies have been flocking to this old stand-by joint on the House side for decades now for lunch and après-work cocktails. Tortilla Coast serves great chips and salsa - the chips are neither too heavy nor greasy - along with unique margaritas and the usual fajitas and enchiladas (although we have to say people come more for the congenial gossipy ambiance than for divine cuisine).
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Lauriol Plaza
The Mexican food here is so-so – it’s decent Tex-Mex with some flash, nothing too surprising, served with efficiency if not grace. But the vibe is great for a night out; margaritas flow fast and are made strong, and a young and beautiful crowd tends to gather here, especially when the weather gets warm and the rooftop terrace opens up.
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Well-Dressed Burrito
Brought to you by CF Folks, a local catering firm, well-dressed burrito deals in…well, do we need to spell it out? These burritos are a good antidote to overly hungry stomachs. Enter through the alley.
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