Alero Restaurant

Just dropped in in a Saturday night and sat at the bar. Staff were attentive and the food excellent. The guacamole and chips - outstanding.

Stopped by Alero on U Street DC for a couple of drinks Friday afternoon for Happy Hour. My friend and I sat at the bar and had a pleasant experience with the bartender and manager on duty (Julieta). They were so nice and fun to speak with. The manager Julieta was very hands on and helping out her staff wherever it was needed. Give her a Raise 😉

Visited Alero’s during happy hour and order the half picture of rainbow margarita. I love how I was unable to taste much of the alcohol but I indeed felt it after 1 1/2 cups. The steak quesadilla was delicious. The nachos were also delicious but I wish lettuce and tomatoes as well. The vibe was well, different genres of music was played. The waiter however, was not really attentive to our table.

I would probably not order through Grubhub. I had to order my food twice last night. The first time I didn’t receive it as the driver stole it and I was told they couldn’t redeliver it. They charged $13 for a frozen margarita, which is fine. However, I do feel cheated. They sent it in a small 12oz cup, when you get way more in the restaurant. They have it advertised as a glass. My nachos also barely had anything on them. I asked for olives to be added on them, assuming they’d be sliced black olives. They sent a side of whole green olives.

My friend and I decided to go to Aleros on Margaritas Day. The restaurant had a sign that said “Special on Margaritas”. We check out the happy hour menu “Margaritas on the rocks 8.50” and “tequila shots 6.50” to notice the waiter charged us 16.99 for each drink. This place is a Scam and racist place please don’t continue to spend your money here.

The steak quesadilla was good but they forgot one of my quesadillas and when I went to ask they had an attitude and kept asking each other about how many quesadillas they sent, EVEN THE COOKED CAME OUT, how unprofessional, never saw that before. Then a girl say to me that I shouldn’t take the bag if the order wasn’t complete. MIND YOU WHY IS IT NORMAL TO NOT DO THEIR JOB RIGHT that is now my fault. I was a server once and I don’t even know how they can have such an attitude after they show you the tablet with tipping percentages for a pick up order? Crazy.

Had a wonderful time at Alero restaurant! I love that every thing is decorated the tables, the chairs, the walls, and even the ceiling! Warm and attentive staff. They made sure your beverage glasses weren't too low or empty.. yes, even the water glasses. They hand make the guacamole at your table. I ordered the steak fajitas. They came with rice, beans, pico de Gallo, sour cream and a small serving of guacamole. The meat was tender and juicy. Everything tasted great! If you are celebrating a birthday several employees come out singing and clapping. One plays a guitar, the atmosphere is very festive! They place a sombrero on the birthday persons head and hand them some maracas to shake while they sing and clap! They also present the birthday person with a dessert! Lovely location for a celebration!

Always a great time at Alero. The pineapple fajitas were amazing. Careful with the Margaritas, they are strong.

Update- I went back today and this time I had the enchiladas and it was still good! Wow the low score! My buds and I were biking all over the DMV and starving. Originally we wanted Oohs and Ahhs but that location was for carry out only. So we decided on Alero. I've passed by here for years but never ate there. So many options on U street. It's a nice spot polite staff. Clean bathrooms. The menu was like most Mexican or Tex Mex restaurants with lots of options s. My margarita was good. The chips seemed to be made from scratch..... the salsa not so much but still good. I had the basic burrito with rice and beans. Nothing special but it was good. The fried ice cream was a hit and it did t take like cheap ice milk so I was glad about that. I would go back. Descent food, clean, great location. The pic is one my friend took and I am not ashamed!

Good place to grab a frozen drink on U st. Cool decor and lively staff. Quesadilla was an average appetizer I would get again. Tons of frozen drink options!

Stopped in for a random Tuesday HH. It was pretty quiet in the place. Maybe it was around 330pm. The Happy Hour menu has def. increased in price. I went elsewhere. Happy Hour foods include 5 wings for like $10

Had the late night munchies and this was recommended by a local. So I had high hopes. We stopped here on a Monday night. It wasnt popping but the music was the servers were really nice. Came here with my friend and she had a million requests and they accommodated her. The food was below average. I think going towards the end of the night didn't help. The drinks were much better and probably the highlight of it. My friend ordered chicken wings and quesadillas and I ordered tacos cochinita de pibil. It's a lot of different colors and lights in the place. It gives off warm feelings. There's an outside patio, a front garden, and inside spots to sit. It's massive. There's a ton of seating. Plus bar seating. I think happy hour might be the best time to come here. There is late night happy hour when I went. Felt like the best bang for the buck.

This restaurant was a huge hit to satisfy those late night munchies. We were immediately seated at the bar. The music was thumping and the vibes were on point. The food was good. Plenty refills of frozen mango margaritas along with quesadillas chicken, shrimp and steak. The bartender was attentive and I will definitely return when back in the area.

Came here after kissing a concert. The food was AMAZING. Drinks were good as well. Perfect for a night when you don't have anything planned. Service was great and the ambiance was pretty amazing. I'd highly recommend. It is close to thee bars and social spots as well.

Came here to watch some soccer matches. Multiple TV screens and enthusiastic crowd. Atmosphere was great and welcoming. I was greeted as soon as I sat down by the staff and given a water. I opted for the frozen margs and chips and queso since I wasn't too hungry. They do a happy hour every day from 3-7pm. GREAT OPTION TO GRAB DRINKS AFTER WORK OR BEFORE DINNER. I got the peach frozen marg and a lime frozen marg. The peach was much better than the lime. The chips and queso was nothing special but good enough to snack on. The drinks also sneak up on you. The first one I didn't feel it, but the 2nd one I did taste the alcohol a bit more. Can't speak for the food but the drinks were great!

My experience at Alero's was "okay" which was the expectation as it did not come highly recommended. My friends and I were searching for a space to have a few drinks to celebrate Cinco de Mayo aka Cinco de Drinko, and Alero's served its purpose. We were charged a $10 cash only cover per person JUST for entry. Apparently they started charging covers after 11 AM, which we were VERY unprepared for, but we were flexible and allowed it. Afterwards, we were put on a waitlist without a specific time because they very "super busy and would let us know when a table was available." This was fine as we were able to spend time at the bar and be entertained by those on the dance floor. The DJ was on POINT curating a space with a blend of Latin and throwback Hip Hop/R&B tunes. Fair warning, the music is LOUD so if you're looking for a space to have intimate conversations with friends this is not the place for you. After waiting almost an hour, we were called and told our seats were ready. It took us less than 2 minutes to walk from the bar to the door and by the time we got there we were told our table was given away because they weren't sure if we were there when I had just been contacted less than 2 minutes ago and they knew we were at the bar waiting on our table. Yet, we persisted because we already had drinks in hand and were ready to eat. Our server was very nice but it was SUPER busy (as expected for Cinco de Mayo) so there was an expected lack of attentiveness. The food was subpar, the queso was very bland (tasted like melted cheese with no spice) so we added our salsa to the dip to increase the spice and flavor which worked out well. I ordered the Mexican Seafood Paella which tasted pretty good, but wasn't the best. The best thing was our drinks! The frozen margaritas definitely hit the spot, and the Miami Vice was pretty good as well. Overall, this is not a place I plan to return too; however, I did enjoy my experience overall mainly due to the DJ and being entertained by all the other patrons dancing and singing.

Did not realize that from the humble beginnings this family run Mexican Restaurant went from one DuPont Circle location to 3 Did not realize it until our rideshare driver dropped us off at what we thought was the wrong place but this location did not disappoint. We started coming here when we lived in VA over 15 years ago and would do staycations in DC at the Hilton Washington Towers Hotel. This location is colorful like the original location on Connecticut Ave and the food is amazing. This location was bigger and brighter but would make a great date night restaurant. They had both indoor and outdoor seating. Wait staff was attentive and brought out their signature salsa which I could make my dinner out of just chips and salsa.... Not to say the entrees were not good but the salsa here is out of this world. Would definitely come back but would probably go back to the location closer to our Hotel ( that location moved across the street to a bigger location). Definitely a great place for Hapoy Hour or Dinner.

My companion and I stopped in for a quick bite to eat before attending a show at Lincoln Theater (across the street) because it was close and we were hungry! We had tried to go into the bar area of four different restaurants near my neighborhood in DC and the bar areas of all of them were packed. It was a Saturday night in downtown and the Capitals had a game that night so every place we walked into was packed with a completely full bar. The theater tickets were a last minute purchase so I had failed to make a reservation. I was hoping to eat close to home but thought I might find a less crowded area near the theater. I was approached by a gentleman immediately as I entered and I explained that I didn't want a table but planned to sit at the bar. He followed me to the bar area (also full) and when I turned to leave, he asked me to wait a moment. He came back and asked me to follow him. He led me to two empty bar stools next to the service area of the bar and asked (somewhat apologetically) if we would mind sitting there, since it would be a pretty busy area with the servers right next to me getting their drinks from the bartender. Beggars can't be choosers, so we readily accepted! I'm only sorry I didn't get his name because his actions made me resolve to visit again. We both had a delicious dinner (we split the Mexican Food Sampler and the Camarones Mexicana) since both of us prefer loading up on apps and not doing the whole entree thing. It's our version of Tapas. :-) Everything was amazing (service, prices, food, and atmosphere) and both of us agreed to put in on our future dining plans. The only fly in the ointment is, when the check came, I noticed the new "Initiative 82 Fee" of 3.5%. I know what this is and I'm highly opposed to it but it's what Washington voters wanted, so the charge of that is being passed along to us. I eat out several times a week but this is the first time I've seen it on a receipt. So sad to think that this is the new normal among DC restaurants. I just group it along with the "COVID Recovery Fee", "Sustainability Fee", and "Living Wage Fee" that are all the rage right now. I privately refer to it as FUF. It's basically a F*** You Fee to the customer. It's like prison sex - I'll do it if I have to but I don't have to like it.

I had mix vibes. I wish they had some type of happy hour. I think my friend got confused and went to this one. I think we would of tried more if there was a happy hour. Prices weren't horrible. Food was ok. Salsa was really good Extra star for our waiter. He was very attentive and helpful!

So I spent the day in our nation's capital visiting a friend and landed at @alerorestaurant for a cocktail and a bite to eat! Firstly, A1 customer service from the moment we walked. The atmosphere was welcoming and IG ready (cute selfies the bathroom too). My friend recommended we get the "swirls" aka Matrimonio Margarita and listen to me "strong" and so refreshing (5/5) 1/2 pitcher $35. And to eat we ordered the Mexican Platter $23.99 which included your choice of wing flavor we opted for buffalo (should've requested fried/cooked hard) but they were tasty (3/5), chicken and beef taquitos Veracruz (2/5) were ok but seriously lacked flavor, steak and chicken quesadillas where the steak was so tender and seasoned my personal favorite (5/5) and (3/5) for the chicken. The queso dip $10 (3/5) tasty but watery/thin but my friend added some shredded cheese and that made it better, chips made fresh served warm, solid pico (4/5) and guacamole (3/5). If in the area stop by and sit at the bar!

Stopped in for a quick lunch with coworkers. The place was pretty empty but the food was great! Looks like it would be a great spot for HH or after work drinks!

Friday afternoon happy hour at Aleros didn't disappoint. I was able to sit at the bar where the server was very attentive and everything came out quickly and tasted great. I had the Caesar salad, a shrimp and spinach quesadilla and buffalo wings. No complaints other than the shrimp in the quesadilla were a bit large and could be cut into smaller pieces. I always enjoy my time, food and drinks at Aleros and this time was no different.

I must admit that I was highly disappointed in this establishment! I came to this restaurant twice in less than a week, the food and the service was HORRIBLE! They took forever to provide us with food and when it came it was terrible! The level of unprofessionalism and lack of urgency was unbelievably and profoundly unfathomable! I would give this a negative star if it were possible. In both cases the servers came to our tables once in like 45 minutes!

ALERO RESTAURANT!! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!! I recently had the pleasure of dining at Alero Restaurant and it was an incredibly memorable experience. The Mexican nature, aesthetics, and cooking are extremely rich. What's more, the restaurant offers a variety of vegan-friendly options, which is always a plus in my book. It's said that for centuries, the people of Mexico have harvested the gifts of the soil: corn, chilies, fresh vegetables, and natural spices. It is this harmony with nature that gives Mexican cooking its rich and natural flavors. For over twenty years, Alero Restaurant has taken great pride in their food and service. They invite us, "their amigos" - old and new - to sit back, relax, and enjoy your dining experience. Alero Restaurant has two locations in Washington D.C. Both locations are easily accessible by the metro transportation system. The Dupont Circle location is situated at 1629 Connecticut Ave NW Washington DC 20009 and is open Sunday to Thursday from 11am to 11pm and Friday & Saturday from 11am to midnight. You can contact them at 202.234.8100. The U Street location is located at 1301 U Street, NW Washington DC, 20009, in the corner of 13th St. and U St. The restaurant address is the same for The Ellington Building and is located steps away from the green and yellow line, African-American civil war and Cardozo Metro station. Their hours of operation are Sunday to Thursday from 11am to midnight, with kitchen hours from 11am to 11pm. Friday and Saturday, they are open from 11am to 2:30am, with kitchen hours from 11am to 2:30am. You can contact them at 202.462.2322. When I visited Alero Restaurant, it was late afternoon and the restaurant wasn't crowded, but there were definitely people there. The restaurant is spacious and has outside seating, so seating is never a problem. I decided to sit outside and take in the atmosphere. The decor is unique and reflects the culture of the restaurant. I was craving a salad, so I ordered the taco salad bowl. I also ordered a margarita because it was happy hour. I put salt and lime on the rim of the glass before even trying it, and it made the drink so much better. To top it off, they gave me a mini shot with my drink, but I'm not complaining! The food was delicious, and the drink was just as amazing. The presentation of the food was also impressive and added to the overall dining experience. Overall, my experience at Alero Restaurant was one of the best I've had in Washington D.C. The food, service, and atmosphere were all exceptional. I highly recommend checking them out if you're in the area.

I'm shocked to see anything other than raving reviews of the service and food, this is wild! Alero is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in DC. When I moved here I lived around the block with my husband and we are frequent visitors. Every visit we're left in awe with the service, every single person that works there is so kind and professional and will always work to make sure you have a good experience. I've spent many birthdays here because we know it'll be fun, easy, and reliable. Alero is the Best!! Special shout out to Demetrio, fantastic service, as always. Wonderful time!

I went with a group of 6 on a very busy evening so I did take that into consideration before doing this review. Our server only came around once & that was to take the order. We ordered queso when we sat down & it didn't come out until all the food did AND it was cold. 4/6 plates were also cold. The only hot plates were the fajitas because they came on sizzling platters. Once we brought our issues to management, things were quickly corrected. So l'd still give them 3.5 stars it may be better when it's less busy. Also, we sat on the patio & they only had 1 working heater, but they don't tell you that until you're already sitting.

I love Aleros and the service that I received. I visited on a friday night and we were quickly seated and given chips and salsa. The drinks are amazing especially during happy hour. The buffalo wings and amazing and the chicken and steak quesadilla. Definitely can't wait to return!

What a wonderful meal. We came on a Friday night, 8 of us, had a lovely outdoor table. We got multiple pitchers, and meals for each of us, our server was so attentive! Not only did we enjoy our meal, but they brought my friend's husband a full mariachi orchestra and sombrero to celebrate his birthday! Highly recommend for large groups!!!

My girlfriend and I went here for a quick light lunch- we split the plain nachos (with beans) and also had queso. My girlfriend had a peach mimosa (they have Saturday & Sunday brunch) and I had a house margarita. Our server was beyond excellent- we quite enjoyed him and the lady who filled our drinks up. They were both very attentive. If you love or even like Frida Kahlo, this restaurant is a MUST SEE. Make sure you go to the bathroom while you're here for some food foto ops by the door. We can't wait to come visit again!!

AMAZING food. Kevin was our waiter he was so incredibly friendly, staff was amazing and highly recommend for anyone in the DC area!!

Definitely one of those listen to the reviews moments because this place was NOT it. The restaurant itself is actually pretty nice inside a good amount of seating and TVs to watch sports. Apparently the place turns into a nightclub so the music randomly gets loud at a certain point in the night. We had a little appetizer platter and queso before going to a show at Lincoln theatre which is literally next door. Our food was pretty terrible. The queso already had the film over it by the time it got to us and had no flavor pretty much was like tomatoes and the worst off brand version of velveeta you can find. The platter had cold wings, taquitos which were fine but honestly you could've made them in your microwave and it's be better, and the tiniest quesadillas which were also made with under seasoned meat. They don't allow you to add an extra sauce on the side which was weird. So for our wings one of us wanted ranch and the other blue cheese and our waitress was like no, you can have one sauce on the wings and one on the side or the wing sauce itself on the side. The drinks were also a miss. Lots of alcohol but no flavor for a slushee style drink.

This is absolutely more a place to drink than to eat. The service is not particularly quick, but we were able to be seated quickly on a busy night which was appreciated. Overall I'd stop in for a margarita with friends, but perhaps not for a longer meal. The food here was very "meh," especially considering the many options throughout this area of D.C. We got a pretty wide variety between two people with two cocktails, a quesadilla, vegetarian fajitas, and a dip sampler. The service was not particularly quick and we ended up staying a bit longer than we'd have planned. The food was nothing particularly special, though the cocktails were quite fun.

Place is fantastic service is wonderful food was good. They are pet friendly. We were seated quickly and food came out promptly. I recommend this establishment without reservations.

Me and the wife took a trip to DC and ended up at Aleros on a Taco Tuesday. We started off with the a pitcher of the Georgia Peach margarita. The server told us this was the top selling drink but it was too sweet for us so we ended up getting the house margarita with was perfect. I don't have many pictures but the steak tacos, and enchiladas were great. Service needs some work but the food was great

Popped in here after having dinner at Roaming rooster for a quick drink before meeting friends. Their happy hour prices are pretty cheap ($7 for a martini/$6 for a margarita) and lasts until 8pm which is nice, even on Friday's. Their service is average (not super friendly, not bad) and the food didn't look great but overall we thought our drinks were solid despite being a bit sweet. We didn't expect much for the price and it definitely is a 3-3.5 star spot for the drinks. I'd probably go with the average of 2-3 stars for the food based on what we saw and heard from our bar neighbors who ordered food. Would come back here for happy hour again when on U st but not a spot I'd hit for dinner!

I always enjoy the food n service when I come here!!! Also great locatio, only minutes from my hom. I've already introduced a few of my friends to this spot n they all love it here.

Although they changed their HH menu to not include the food..the drinks remain the same. Service was fast but it was also early hours of happy hour. I recommend the Hawaiian Fajita dish.

Nice people, great food, fun decor. When we go to a show at the Lincoln Theater, we always eat here first!

My group and I dined here before our Dress Rehearsal for the opening of our Holiday Concert. The staff was very friendly and attentive, the food was delicious, and the portions were huge for the price! Sorry I forgot to take pics, but you know what chicken fajitas and quesadillas look like. Lol. A lively atmosphere. Great place to grab some delicious Tex-mex!

In DC during covid was not aware of the strict eating rules. We arrived in DC late Friday night by the time we got dressed and ready to go out it was 11 and all restaurants stop serving food BUMMER! We came back the next day and was pleasantly surprised, we ordered the half margarita pitcher and the drinks were delicious. I ordered Juarez 3 tacos and made the mistake of saying ok to shredded beef DISGUSTING. But besides that it turned out to be a cool spot. I would come again as a safe food option. One thing I didn't see was a dessert menu??? Not sure if I missed it or they just don't have one. Also a great place to watch the game if you'd like as well.

I came here Saturday evening (5/8/21). For drinks with friends. U Street was live and poppin'!! We were bar hopping and stopped here cause they were one of they few places we could get into without being forced to have 'bottle-service' or a reservation. Before being seated, they checked everyone's temperature at the door and had a hand sanitizer station as soon as you walked in! The place was packed but every table was socially distanced. We ordered a pitcher of their mango margarita on the rocks. No complaints from me or my party! My sister ordered the 3 taco special and devoured it LOL. Clearly it was a hit so I'd recommend you try that dish. A lot of birthdays that evening. Upon request, the staff would come to your table and sing a birthday song in Spanish and do a traditional dance. I thought that was nice and super entertaining! All in all, I definitely enjoyed myself here and recommend you try this place out.

If you're going there to get lit! Be my guest! It's a great place to order pitches, celebrate birthdays, get liquored up. They even have a cute celebration they do for people. I personally am not the fondest of Spanish food but the quesadillas here pretty standard idk. But I love the drinks and the ambiance. The service was standard/ they be on it. Parking is a hit or miss because you know how u street corridor cN get. Double check wait times because sometimes that line drawls :) affordable pricing

The food was good but OMG what a horrible service, the kept forgetting the order and add extra drinks on the bill. Not only that at the time of payment over charge my card, refunded that charge the wrong amount again. NEVER GOING TO THAT PLACE AGAIN.. Service was horrible ITS IS NOW DAY 4 and the hold for the over charge of $180 is still in my account. I have call the restaurant and manager never there.

The food has no taste. It was a food shaped substance that came from a microwave. It clearly caters to people who are inebriated and so doesn't focus on food quality. Would not recommend if you are looking to eat.

I had an outing with friends we first went to the African American Museum then came here!!.. this was my first time but my friends come often. The Food was very Authentic, The Service was great the lady Catalina I think that was her name was consistently checking on our table. the Ambiance was very welcoming, very colorful and Artsy like a dedicated museum !!!...she got the combined Quesadilla and I got nachos since I was craving them for a long time!!! They both were very flavorful and authentic to the last taste.. I'd definitely return to try the quesadillas!!!! And the drinks!! On a nice day you'll be full and can walk it off if you like by walking around the block

Food was great. Service was fast. Quick chip refill. Lot's of young people. Frozen margarita's looked good- didn't try. This place was hopping!

My friend mentioned they put fajitas in a pineapple and I couldn't say no to trying it. We went at happy hour and margarita pitchers are half priced! The food was good too and the staff is nice.

This place is the fucking worse. We came here after attending a Gala, for a few drinks and light fare food. When we arrived, there was a small crowd but went in anyway. I was disappointed to know they do not have a late night menu available but off to the side in the dark was a street cart style taco bar with chicken and steak options. (Personally, the setup wasn't inviting so I passed but those I was with said the tacos were good). I don't remember the exact time but there was a "Last Call" for alcohol. Around 2:45/2:50am, one of my associates went to the bar and ordered another drink, which they served him. At 3am, Alero was closed and the few of us were still in the establishment and we were asked to leave. There was another table, who also had a fresh round of drinks, were also asked to leave before they had a chance to finiSh their drinks. They obliged but my associate stated he would leave once he finished his drink or he would like a refund and would leave then. The security guy in suit opens his mouth to say, he claims he saw him on the security camera ordering his last drink at 2am, which was pretty odd to say. So my associate said he would like for him to show the recording because that wasn't correct information. The two guys proceed to take him to the back, but stops and tells him, they couldn't show him the video. Again...odd... the guy in the suit was extremely aggressive and rude for no reason when my associate went to the bar to request his money back for the drink. The security guard stated he was watching him all night. again...odd.. why were you watching him? He sat at our table the entire time we were there in a suit, not bothering or talking to anyone outside of us. I don't know what was this security guard's problem but he tried his best to aggravate my associate. The bartender threw the money at him, which a few dollars dollars fell on the floor. the security guard continued being aggressive, rude and obnoxious so both men exchanges words, as we left. Personally, their approach came off very prejudice and the security guard in the suit was a complete asshole. I will never patronize in this establishment ever again.

This is an COVID19 Review... Yes, Dine-In is OPEN Guys I am happy to report that Alero is open for business. They are following all protocols to protect others during this pandemic. You can choose Take out, Dine In or patio seating. If you Dine in you can only stay for an hour. All staff members wear face masks as necessary and is constantly wiping, disinfecting and sanitizing stations. There's hand sanitizer for your guest. Social distancing is in place here. I chose patio seating and it felt so Good to finally get a small taste of my normal life. The food was amazing! (This was my first time here too) The prices are firm for such awesome Flavor. The customer service was cool too! Oh and the drinks were awesome I am definitely coming back!

The restaurant is conveniently located at the U Street metro. We visited on a chilly Winter day. There is a patio for outside seating when the weather is nice. The food is simple and good. I love Mexican options. The burrito was delicious. The decor is fun. You can borrow a Mexican hat for photos. The menu items are priced for the location. The decor is colorful and fun. The servers are nice. The bar area is small. The dining area is roomy.

Great experience. Server was attentive and polite. Best seafood burrito i ever had huge shrimp and scallops. Super tasty and the refried beans and rice was delicious. Nice serving size. The virgin daiquiri is really a smoothie but that's a good thing it's not icy it's smooth and made with real fruit. My cousin got the taco salad which she liked but didn't like the shell. The table comes with chips and salsa, which had a nice minor kick. Overall would return and recommend. Nice popular spot on U St

I went for Happy Hour this past week and tried their ceviche mixto. I really enjoyed it... it had the right balance of salinity and acidity from the lime marinade. I wish it were a little spicier but it is among the best ceviche I've personally eaten in DC. Fresh and well flavored.

Alero has gotten a lot of flack over the last few years, so I hadn't been in a while. But omg the food was SO GOOD. After a show at Lincoln, I got the seafood enchiladas and I was not disappointed. The food has definitely upgraded over the years!

Alero's is always a good time! I've been coming to this restaurant for years and I've never had a bad experience. The food is delicious and the drinks are pretty strong. They have weekly HH up until 7 so you can't beat that! My favorite drink was the mojito. It was very fresh and packed a punch. The guacamole was delicious and the shrimp fajitas were succulent and filling. My only complaint was with the strawberry Margarita I had, the flavor was a bit off. I could tell there was a ton of flavoring because it was so red but it had a weird taste. All in all I love this restaurant and it's always a good time when venturing to the fun and entertaining U St. corridor!

Had lunch here recently. Service, atmosphere, food ....amazing! Highly recommend the chicken enchilada and tortilla soup lunch special. So flavorful!

The food and service were both incredible!! The margaritas were amazing and all of our orders came out in less than 10 minutes! Our group will be back!

Had the tamales and chimichanga - dishes were very good and the rice and beans excellent - Happy Hour 3-7. 1/2 pitcher margarita was perfect for 2 people. Arrived at 4 wasn't very but and by 4:30 was 2/3 full.