District Taco

This is by far one of the best taco places I’ve had the pleasure of eating at. They are simple yet flavorful, love the ease of ordering from a tablet with all the options and photos of each. Will definitely return!!!

It’s nice not as los tacos . I tried the beef and the burrito 🌯

Excellent food, a little better quality than chain taco places. it was a little too pricy for my taste but the food was good, and fresh.

We are traveling with WorldStrides on a children’s school trip. This is one of the places they brought us. It’s great. We were given several different choices. The tortillas appear to be home made, the chicken was seasoned to perfection. The toppings were fresh. The churro was yummy. The salsa was ok, but I’m from AZ close to the Mexican border and like my salsa spiced! I would definitely stop again if I’m ever in DC.

Please be very careful when you place an order on uber eats. I mistakenly place an order, the total was 16.80 and I was able to cancel but they still charged me for their work. What a hard work to receive an order and pack 2 Coca Cola. Completely deceived.

Corn tortillas are a must! They go well with every taco and there is a great salsa bar to compliment your meal! Perfect place for a casual quick bite to eat.

Good overall. Menu has plenty of options, including meat and dairy free choices. The guac was actually good!

I’ve heard great things about District taco for years and finally ordered a couple tacos to see what the hype was all about. I ordered the three taco combo plus one extra taco. One of them was to be vegetarian with guacamole and a few other toppings. What showed up at my door was a joke. 4 tiny tacos. Look at this taco with only lettuce and a scoop of rice. You’re seriously better off value wise going to chipotle. $15 gets you 3 tiny tacos here. What a complete rip off.

I enjoy grabbing lunch from this district taco location. It's conveniently located in the golden triangle vicinity, slightly on the edge of DuPont. They offer a good variety of vegetarian vegan options on their menu but still full of flavor. The staff is quick and efficient. They also have kiosks you can use to place your own order in addition to ordering online/on their app. This location has decent countertop height seating for a quick drop in along with standard dining tables. I typically order the three your way tacos or nachos. Tons of customizing options. The breakfast tacos and churros are really good too.

Guac is yummy!!! Chips could be a little saltier but hit the spot when I was very hungry and snacking on these -- and impressive for a fast food option. The tacos are highly customizable which is fun, but also come out basically like mini burritos in terms of flavor profile. If you like a hearty taco, this is a great choice. If you like something simpler, maybe not

When I came to DC, the last thing I expected to find was a legit fantastic taco place. I didn't discover this place until my last day, but it was so good at breakfast, I came back for dinner and it was just as good. Can't wait to come back to DC so I can eat here again!

I ordered the taco bowl, and it was amazing! The bowl consisted of black beans, chicken, rice, lettuce, sour cream, guacamole, grilled corn, cheese, and lime. The service was excellent. He was very attentive to our order. The place was spotless and orderly. My food was fresh, well-seasoned, and flavorful.

Tacos, there fine, drinks... could live without em but churros, OHHH THE CHURROS man, these are addicting. A tube tube of dough covered in cinnamon is genius, these workers are smart. I've never seen a churro like it, quite Devine these churros are. I bet if we gave one to the Lincoln memorial, it would get up and start dancing. That my friends is beauty of the district taco churros. Until we meet again keep these churros in your heart.

Maybe it's my sign to stop eating out for awhile because I can't keep spending my coins on bad food and service. The order process was pretty smooth and easy. I ordered a chicken burrito. Simple right? Waited a good while for my food but as they were handing it to me, I noticed the receipt said someone's else name. They realized they mixed up orders and gave someone else my food. They apologized, made my burrito again but didn't offer me anything for the inconvenience and long wait. I finally tasted my burrito and talk about disappointment. It was so nasty. It didn't taste at all like a burrito. The chicken was a little hard and there was a nasty aftertaste. I couldn't doctor it up...I'm disappointed because the food is usually good (but it's also been awhile since I've been to a district taco). Won't be returning.

Been here twice in the past month and they' are still as good as I can remember. The order by yourself can get a little crazy, especially when one of the machines is in the corner and most people block it off when ordering at the two machines close to it. But service was fast. Correct as well. I had the fish tacos and I just had a bowl yesterday w chicken. Everything was flavorful and tasty. I'll be back for more...

Came in with a tour group. Order process was easy / but my corn tacos were so soggy I couldn't pick them up to eat. I had to use a fork. The churros they gave us were hard as rock & stake. What a joke! Clearly they figured they could scam our group since we were mostly teens. They don't even wipe the tables down before you sit down. What a dump!

First time so it took me a minute to figure out it's kiosk order only. Not a big deal. I'm a gringo so I'll keep it simple Romaine salad with grilled chicken and sausage Jefe style with a side of guac. Add in a fountain drink and I had a very filling and flavorful lunch for $21. Would definitely bring my wife and kids. Fans of Chipotle...I used to be. This was better IMHO. Worth a stop.

Quick | Options | Burrito Quick - I showed up at 8:30 PM on a Tuesday because I was in town for a conference. From the time I arrived at the kiosk to when I received my food was 6 minutes total. Therefore, the process of selecting and acquiring food was simple and efficient. Options - There were many meal types, condiments, and add-ons. Overall, I was very impressed with the different remixes I could make on all the meals. It was more than "the other Hispanic" chain restaurant with made to order meals. Burrito - I had the Chicken Burrito with corn, lettuce, home fries (potatoes), medium salsa, and corn. It was delicious. Definitely, top 3 Burrito I've ever had. When you consider the price point - it was great value for how full I was. Pro Tip: There is not a lot of parking, so be sure to leave time if you plan to dine in. Pro Tip: Do not dine in - the restaurant is not well suited for you to enjoy a meal inside. It is best set up for a "grab and go" spot.

First time having District Taco I must admit that the food is definitely on point and fresh. Placed my order on the computer kiosk stand. The limitless toppings that I saw definitely made a huge difference. The prices were reasonable. I felt right at home and I appreciate the workers who are there and I'll definitely come back to try the bowl

This is probably DC's go-to for Tex-Mex fast food - and in that category, there's not much competition other than maybe Taco Bell, if that even counts. Texans will recognize this menu as something similar to Taco Cabana, but the quality is better here. I slightly prefer the chicken asado over the grilled steak, but they both were good, and grilled over the fire if not already prepped. The food tastes fresh, the meats are flavorful enough, and even the tortillas don't taste old. Prices are reasonable, seating is plenty, and it's easy come, easy go. App for mobile ordering? Check. Dining rewards? Check. What more can you ask for from a fast food joint, really? They've pretty much hit all the marks. The only thing missing that Taco Cabana has and this place doesn't are the margaritas. And I already have my eyes on their churros - 3 for almost $4 is a steal when comparing to any other place nearby in DC.

If you are visiting from out of town DO NOT COME HERE. I am writing this to help other non local parents avoid the same experience. The place was empty for a reason. The way they have it setup is very disguising. It's sort of setup like chipotle, except you have to order from the kiosk first before you can see the food. If I would've saw the food before I ordered, I would not have ordered food. Once we turned the corner, I was immediately concerned. The food looked old and questionable. They were even out of basics like cilantro and onions. When we got to our table, I noticed everything around us was very dirty, something you'd expect to see in a public restroom. The walls and floors were extremely dirty. On top of all of this. It was extremely expensive. The price does not match the food, or experience. We paid $70 for a burrito, quesadilla, tacos and sodas for 3 kids! If a restaurant wants to charge prices like this, their food, ambience, and customer service need to match the price.

Really tasty & filling, $$$$ Jefe Way Grilled Chicken Burrito Chips and Queso. Give a shot

Do not go here! They only have order by kiosk system and the employees do not assist you if you have issues or questions in ordering! Senior citizens and those less adept with kiosk ordering will be ignored and laughed at by 6-7 employees in empty restaurant giggling and socializing with each other. I do not plan to ever visit any District Taco location after this rude service! Food is sub par anyway. To be honest, Taco Bell tastes better with much better service.

(Full disclaimer: As someone who came from LA, Washington D.C. can't really compare to LA or San Diego when Southern California has the best Mexican food hands down. So I'm somewhat seemingly overcritical when it comes to reviewing Mexican food). I digress. Here's my review anyway: I came here on a Thursday after work and it was okay. I wasn't overly thrilled or disappointed. It was meh. District Taco is a mini-chain to my knowledge and so, like many other chain restaurants (like Chipotle or Qdoba), it's average. The food is comparable to Qdoba, and the portions are fair. I ordered a Desnudo with Steak and it came out fairly quick. Because I didn't have high expectations, I wasn't really disappointed at the fact that the flavor was pretty bland and the steak was a bit dry. On the bright side, there's a small island bar where you can grab all your fixins--additional cilantro, salsas, lemon, etc. This location on M street was conveniently close to work so for convenience, I give it a 5/5. The inside is also kept pretty clean and the staff are friendly. Overall, I'm happy with the service, but would probably still choose Chipotle over District Taco.

La comida fría, la atención muy mala . Regular food, cold, and very bad customer service, I would not return.

Overall, District taco is a reliable spot to fulfill your Mexican food desires quickly and on a budget! Good for lunch, appetizers with watching a and, or even easy catering options for meetings or work events Pros: Price: Affordable eats for sure! The price here is solid for what you are getting. I have definitely seen similar food and portions priced much higher. Portion: Portion sizes are reasonable-- not huge, but definitely not skipping. Order accuracy-- I feel that all of the food, even food ordered on apps or online, is made exactly as I requested. Take out- Take out options are available. I have ordered food here many times on uber eats, and it comes quickly. Vegetarian and vegan friendly options: Many leafy options here, as well as impossible (vegan friendly) mean substitutes! It's nice to be able to make a filling taco and know I am sticking to my diet. Convenience: This location is conveniently located, and is able to be reached on foot. This is a good quick lunch spot, near many offices and buildings. Parking might be a little tricky, but that says more about DC than this location Pictured: Pictured are three tacos-- I like the fact that each taco is relatively cheap and that you can customize each to have the specific fillings that you desire. There is lots of room for customization here. Cons: The food here is consistent and reliable. While the food is made to my expectations, I wouldn't say it is incredible or really wow-ing. Perhaps I need to add more spice though!

Even though this is a really small establishment they have some seating upstairs. The menu is quite small but you can get 3 tacos for under $10. They have carnitas, carne asada, Chicken, al pastor, chorizo, and a few more selections. They even serve breakfast tacos. The food here is really fast and absolutely delicious. I had carnitas, carne asada, and al pastor. I was not disappointed. Their guac is also super delicious. Prices are reasonable for three of us to eat 3 tacos a piece, a drink, and share chips + guac it was $40. Good tacos are sometimes hard to come but 10/10 would be back if I lived around here!

Been 4 times to district taco, today's experience having their tacos was so disappointing I had to leave a review. Every other time I had a "Smothered burrito" which although it is not Mexican food it was always good. This place is considered Tex-Mex not exactly mexican. Anyways, when ordering the cashier was annoyed every-time I had a question she would point towards the wall with menu description. For example, when she asked me what sauces I wanted in my "tacos de carnitas" I told her I wasn't familiar with the options. She pointed towards the wall menu rather than tell me. The food: my three carnita tacos were soggy and the corn tortillas were falling apart. I am not picky but when the name of an establishment is "District TACO" you expect good tacos if anything. Each taco has a double layer of tortilla and still upon removing the tinfoil they were falling apart from the beginning. It was so frustrating that by the time I got to my 3rd taco I decided to eat the carnitas only rather than deal with the soggy mess of a taco. (I realized that under all that lettuce there were only 4 pieces of meat lol). After that experience I am not coming back. Props to them for the super spicy salsas. They make their salsas from scratch that I do find impressive.

I had been meaning to try District Taco for a long time, so I was excited ti finally get there yesterday. I ordered three tacos - one pollo asaado, one steak, and one chorizo - on corn tortillas. I was underwhelmed. How can a chorizo taco with pico and all the fixings taste so...bland? Even their hot salsa did little to add anything. Positives: everything tasted fresh (though very under seasoned); food came out quick; service was friendly and attentive; digital POS ordering system makes things easy. I keep hearing that their fish tacos are the best thing on the menu. At some point I'll give this place one more shot, and I'll try the fish tacos on flour tortillas. But that day isn't coming anytime soon.

Taco place in Dc that has a similar theme as other chain make to order tacos and burritos. One catch is - that they are most probably the best. Simple menu - choose your item - Taco , burrito - choose your meat- choose the way you want it - typical , Mexican - etc or customize it the way you like! Grab a drink and wait at your table they bring it out when it's ready. I had the tacos with corn shells- shredded beef and the American style , pico , lettuce , cheese added sour cream - Delicious !! The drinks are typically Mexican sodas or craft sodas with real cane sugar. They also offer a salsa bar where you can choose what heat or no heat salsa you like to add to your taco or dip chips. The menu is good and easy to navigate -the food fresh and perfectly prepared ! Next time you are out for some Tex mex or tacos - drop in and give theM a try !! I

This had mixed reviews from the group. The tables were dirty, ordering was awkward and the food was just okay. The salad was actually pretty tasty and they let you pick up to 7 toppings. But all other items ordered were not up to par with the many other restaurant choices in the area.

Got food poisoning from this place. Never ever again!!!! Got the 3 tacos with sausage. NEVER AGAIN!!!

We used to love this place; however, they refuse to take your order with a human and the machines are difficult to order and customize with. Food is still good.

I love, love, love District Taco for breakfast. I always get the Flaco, so pinto beans and cheese, and I add lettuce, cilantro, pico, guacamole, and various salsas on corn tortillas. So good. These location is super close to work, which makes it easy for me to pick up breakfast in the morning. But their lunch/dinner tacos are bland and flavorless, even the vegetarian versions. I love street-style tacos and these just don't compare, especially when there are so many delicious taco offerings in the area. So I wouldn't visit for lunch/dinner, but definitely come in the mornings.

My friend and I needed to get lunch after studying all morning and wanted to try this place out. When walking in, the counter service was pretty quick and it wasn't too crowded, even though we went on a Saturday for lunch. I ordered the burrito desnudo (a burrito bowl) with guacamole and the Jefe Way toppings (lettuce, pico, veggies, cheese, and sour cream). I also picked up a few salsas from the salsa bar (definitely a highlight of my experience). The salsas came in a range of spiciness levels and each had a unique flavor. I tried all of the salsas, but definitely loved the tomatillo salsa (mild) and the mestizo salsa (hot) the most. My food came pretty quickly (pictured) and was a good portion for how much I paid. I was pretty excited for the food, but it wasn't super special in my opinion. The guacamole was delicious and I liked the salsas a lot, but my entrée could have used more flavor. Without the salsa, the food was a little bland and I would give it 3 stars. The only reason this review is 4 stars is because of the salsa bar. Overall, this place was good for a casual lunch and I enjoyed my meal, but I've definitely had better Mexican food.

DT is good but if I had to compare It to Q'doba then It doesn't stand a chance. The rice is bland and the chicken lacks flavor. The bowls are skimpy(they don't pack them like chipotle does) and I will never understand why a scoop of guacamole costs $3 damn near! Anyway, I'd be lying if I say I'm not going to return, this is the only spot that's remotely "Mexican" near my job lol.

Vegetarian burrito was literally just rice and beans. I threw it in the trash.

Came here expecting just another hyped taco place, but bae and I were pleasantly surprised. There wasn't much parking on a Sunday afternoon, but we got lucky and squeezed in. We each got 3 tacos on corn tortillas of course. I got 2 Al pastor and a Carnita taco. You can add toppings like onions and jalepenos when you order and choose between flour or corn tortillas. We got our number and waited patiently. We collected our various salsas from mild to SPICYYY. These cute lil tacos were individually wrapped and they were peeerrrrfect. They were packed with meat and flavor. I definitely recommend coming here if you're in DC.

The food was ok. Nothing great but not bad. I wish there was a person who took your order instead of a tablet since it's hard to customize what you want (although that may be their goal). The burritos was "aight" according to my husband and the bowl was ok. My daughter liked the quesadilla but it was definitely over priced for what you got and we had to get her a second one. They also forgot our Queso and I had to ask for it. Over all decent but nothing stand out.

Really tasty and great service!

DC has by far the worst Mexican food ever and it's unsurprising that District Taco falls right into that. I'm from a border state and I wonder why DC will set up taco places that have no resemblance to the real deal? Such a disservice to the Mexican community. It's beyond disappointing. For example, got the carne asada taco and this place didn't even have limes (like ever! not just this day). Never in my life have I been to a Mexican restaurant and they said they don't buy limes? The taste is bland, tortillas are unremarkable, and the toppings were lifeless.

While to a business trip I found this taco shop. Being a native of Southern California and married to a half Mexican wonderful woman. I know a thing or two about this food. I judge Mexican food by how good there street food is. The tacos I had are very much like the type I have eaten in Chula Vista and Tijuana. Legit!

One of my favorite places to go during lunch! Unfortunately, the restaurant is always super busy during lunch, with lines out the door, literally. It's best to go before noon or after 1:30pm. The best part of ordering the tacos is unlimited toppings! For $8, you can get three delicious tacos loaded with toppings--beans, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, jalapeños, you name it. Guacamole can be added for free if you get the veggie tacos; otherwise, it's extra. The salsa bar is huge and amazing! Spicy sauce, medium sauce, salsa verde, fresh cut jalapeños! All of the ingredients are extremely fresh and well stocked.

In DC for a trip with my family and I began checking out eateries weeks beforehand. Why? We're all vegetarian but we don't eat onion, garlic, leeks, or chives. As you can see, this is a major concern when it comes to eating out, which is almost unavoidable when traveling, because those ingredients are EVERYWHERE. I emailed District Taco and a representative emailed me back pretty quickly with a list of items I could have: cilantro, tomato, pineapple, sour cream, eggs, potatoes, salad with no dressing, and tortillas. When it came to sauces/salsa, the queso as well as the habanero, salsa de chil, salsa maya, tomatillo, and chiltomate salsas were safe. That was something! We were walking around the area and I spotted this place and we went in. There are various choices like breakfast tacos/burritos, regular burritos, tacos, quesadillas, etc. There is a line and then you go up to the cash register (there was only one open) and they take your order. I was a bit confused on how it worked and coupled with our dietary restrictions, it took a while. I let the guy see the email with what we could and couldn't have, but he seemed a bit confused on how to put in the order when it was apparent that a line had accumulated behind me so the pressure was on. I still don't know how their food works, but he recommended we get the breakfast versions of the taco and burrito because we otherwise would have sad tacos/burritos since we couldn't have the black beans or the guacamole. In the end, I ended up getting breakfast tacos (comes 3 to an order), a breakfast burrito, a cheese quesadilla, a side of chips and queso, and a side of chips and salsa. The queso comes with your order when it's ready and you get a good sized paper container for the salsa that you get at the salsa bar. They give you a number on this cute card and off you go! I sort of stood there by the pick up area, but it turns out that if you're eating in, they call out your number and they also may bring it to you. While you're waiting, there is the salsa station to fill up the little cups with your salsas of choice (and fresh cilantro/jalapeño). The mains all come with sides of a salad (shredded cabbage and diced tomatoes) and the breakfast tacos and burritos were filling and good. We got the basic ones with nothing else added in, so they were filled with eggs, potatoes, and cheese. They were good but the salsa added another dimension whereas the salad made it lighter/fresh. Tacos were essentially like the burrito but in taco form. The quesadilla was great (cheese and tortilla - what could go wrong?) and simple; no beans were added. The chips and salsa/queso was good as well. I couldn't really detect any onion or garlic, but when I had my overly sensitive husband smell it later, he said he detected something. I'm thinking there was cross contamination since they were located at a self serve bar and other unsafe sauces could have accidentally dropped in. All in all, a good option for us, though there is always a chance of cross contamination as long as it's not coming out of my kitchen. I wish they explained how everything worked there, but going with the flow is fine from time to time. I'm still wondering how I can add pineapple as a topping, just for fun. The food was good, though not the healthiest, and filling for a decent price. I wish we could have gotten more of the side salad. The place was big, open, and well lit. Cleanliness both in the eating area and bathrooms were fairly good, even though they seem to be pretty busy. Although District Tacos would have earned 3 stars, perhaps 3.5, from me, because of the prompt help from the rep through the email, I bumped it up to a 4.

This spot is weird.... Quality of the meats is good, but execution is sub par..... husband got a burrito, I ordered 3 tacos. He ordered off the menu, +lettuce and the lettuce was on the side, not inside the burrito....really? We didn't ask for a side salad. My corn tortilla was the driest wrap I've ever eaten..... 10/10 I'd recommend you eat somewhere else

I prefer this DT location over the one by Metro Center and the one by Eastern Market because of its size. On the other hand, I do tend to go at off peak hours so seating hasn't been a problem. The large windows and options for counter height seating and table seating and outdoor seating are also pros. I think the portions are great for the price and they have a self serve fresh salsa bar.

I had the Burrito Al pastor today, finally. Stare decisis, ***

The place doesn't look like much at first sight and when you walk in it still doesn't look like much lolol. Anyway. I made my own tacos (3) and they were really fresh and tasty. I got chicken, lime rice, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and pica de gallo. No beans. My husband tried one and he also really enjoyed it. We also tried the churros which were also pretty good. I really like the fact that you can make tacos the way you want here. For sure better than chipotle tacos.

Terrible customer service from the floor, cash register and food maker. Unprofessional on how they went about my order. There was greet, and no receipt given. Nobody looked happy or satisfied to be there or work there. They should get a customer service training.

This is a restaurant with fast counter service and a somewhat industrial feel. The food here was okay, but nothing spectacular. I got chicken tacos with cheese, sour cream, guacamole, onions, and lettuce. There was a really small amount of cheese and sour cream, which was disappointing since I usually like to load up with those. I also got a churro, and although it was nice and sweet, it was also kind of hard. I think the flavor of everything was decent, though, and I liked how they have a whole sauce station for you to serve yourself and try different kinds. It wasn't a bad restaurant by any means, but I'd personally skip this one, because I think you can find better.

If this is all that DC has to offer, then I'd come back. If there were other taco options, I'd probably opt out for those other places. Felt that the staff was a little rude. After a long day, I mistakenly just said, "meat" for my tacos. The cashier said, "WHAT!" After going back and forth with this a couple of times, it hit me and of course I apologized and said oops! But I also realized he could have politely asked me to clarify what type of meat instead of condescendingly repeating his "what's" at me. Anyway, their tacos were flavorful but not for $4 a piece. Would not go back even if I needed a quick late night taco fix. Sorry, not sorry.

Super fast service, very friendly staff, and clean restaurant! Will definitely return in the future.

If you're craving a decent burrito or taco outside of Chipotle do yourself a favor and come by DT. This location is by far the best and always has open tables. The best part is the salsa bar and the queso dip (extra). They rock at customizing orders too! I will say that there isn't a lot of consistently between all of the DTs. Some times they allow you to do something ((like guacamole on the side)) and some times they tell you no. I'm not sure if one manager is more strict but that's why we always come to this one.

By far one of my Favorote taco spots in DC. The meats are seasoned nicely and I LOVE the fresh condiment bar. I am a taco fiend and I've never been disappointed by District Taco. Although it doesn't quite have the Taco Tuesday vibe you look for in a Taco Tuesday spot the actual tacos are definitely A-1.

Quick service, good food, good variety, reasonably priced for DC. I would come back.

I have a case of the mehs about this place. It's local and has great offerings but their menu is confusing as all get out, and I always freeze up when I'm trying to order. Everything is listed as toppings--even things that should go INSIDE the burrito, and it's next to impossible (in my opinion) to figure out which burritos are smothered and which are not. The burritos themselves are fine, and I probably should just ask when I'm ordering, but when there's a line I feel like there's a lot of pressure to just order quickly, and then I leave disappointed.

Corn tortillas, chicken tacos. Hubby and I came here while in town. Our hotel was close by. The tacos were good, staff were friendly. The hot sauce are actually HOT