Rosa

Tried Rosa recently after hearing mixed reviews, and I have to say it was better than expected. The overall vibe of the place was fine, nothing over-the-top, but the food definitely made up for it. I had the asada and al pastor tacos, both of which were excellent. They came on homemade corn tortillas that really took them up a notch—fresh, soft, and full of flavor. The rice and beans on the side were solid too, rounding things out nicely. The queso was absolutely great—creamy, rich, and addictive. We also had the frozen margaritas with Tajín, which were quite tasty and a fun twist on the classic and you have to have the Churros!!! If you’re looking for a casual spot with seriously good tacos and drinks, Rosa’s worth a visit. It might not blow you away on ambiance, but the food speaks for itself.

We had such an amazing experience at Rosa’s, thanks to Al behind the bar! Not only did he make some of the best drinks we’ve ever had, but he also brought great energy, top-tier service, and made us feel completely at home. Al is friendly, fast, and knows his craft — we’ll definitely be coming back just for him. Highly recommend sitting at the bar if he’s working!

The space is wonderful and the food is incredible. Large portions with well-seasoned food. The 3 salsas offer something for everyone and the guac is very flavorful. (The chips are always fresh and have the perfect amount of crunch and salt). Huge fan of the rice bowl and the al pastor tacos, as well as anything with carne asada. Drinks are so yummy (get the hibiscus ginger marg)!! Zach, the owner, is super kind and helpful, and Meredith, our server, killed it with a full patio! Follow their insta too!

4/10 Pros - good frozen marg in a cute glass, excellent burrito Cons - chips / salsa / queso were sub par, expected more from Mexican in ATL Points for free chips and salsa but the first batch of chips we got tasted stale. Highlight of the meal was the carne asada burrito! Overall, wish I could say I loved this place more, but it really didn’t do it for me. Would give this place another try in the summer on the patio!

SIMPLICITY AT ITS FINEST Beautiful space indoors and out, with immaculate restrooms . The small portion of guacamole was very inexpensive and just enough for two. The salsa had a tangy flavor that is quite different from the usual overly spiced versions that burn your tongue. I had the enchilada with red sauce and I found it a welcome change from the usual. The taco was chocked filled with fresh ingredients and just he right size. We found the quesadillas were equally delicious, and a very generous portion. Ending with the churros were a nice end and came with chocolate sauce that complimented the desert perfectly. This restaurant is unpretentious and understated, yet it delivers all all points and the service is efficient and friendly. Will come back soon. Oh, and real cloth napkins adds a subtle touch of elegance that did not go unnoticed.

Had a really nice meal at Rosa last week. The Fajitas were great. Excellent selection of tequilas and love a place with High Life on tap. Got to meet the owner who was super friendly, approachable and at the bar providing his intel on all things tequila. Chips and salsa were great. Overall a really nice experience and great food. Love having this place in the neighborhood.

Air fried chips, not very tasty carnitas taco, awful queso dip… great location! I’m sure they are getting a lot of new clients because of it. If I had an advice i would say listen to your cooks… if you need any support I can recommend someone, but please you have the location and the clientele, not the taste right now, please listen to your cooks, you can make this place awesome. Coming from a Mexican.

I ordered the chicken tamales (weekly special) with rice and refried beans. They are Huuuugeeeeeee (size of my hands, but I do have relatively small hands). My fiancée ordered the grilled chicken burrito and added pico with rice and refried beans. Both were delicious. The chicken tamales were flavored and tender. The corn base was a little flavorless but it was tender (not dry). The rice was good as well. The star of the show is the refried beans, they are runny but extremely flavorful. I was surprised. My fiancée loved her burrito. She thought all the ingredients added a lot of texture to the flavor and she enjoyed it. The chicken wasn’t overpowering for her, which she prefers it to blend in with toppings. Outside the main course, we enjoyed the three salsa options and chips were fine. Had a great time and enjoyed the red tiles and light green accents on the doors/windows.

Rosa was a cute and nice neighborhood taco spot in Virginia Highlands. I particularly liked the complimentary salsa trio and chips. All 3 salsas were yummy and it was a nice touch to start the meal. The service was noticeably friendly and attentive! Other bonus is that the restaurant has ample free parking, which can be hard to find in this area of town.

Vibes are low. Prices are high. Food is bad. The only saving grace here is the service - they were highly attentive and super nice. I really wanted to like this place. But - the prices are almost double what you'd pay at a traditional Mexican restaurant - and frankly - everything was gross. Even the salsa was gross. It feels like a sad dive bar inside (I love dive bars, just not sad dive bars). The enchiladas were drowned in some vinegar based soup-y stuff. The queso was just weird - like the stuff you might buy from Kroger in a moment of desperation and impulse. Anyway, we won't be back unfortunately. Go to like...any other Mexican joint and save a bunch of money and have a much better time (and culinary experience).

We came to Rosa on Memorial Day for a late lunch because of a lot of places were closed and I am so glad we came here but unfortunately one guy was waiting on the whole restaurant so it did end up being quite a long lunch.. but nevertheless we felt bad for him and honestly it was fine and ended up being totally worth it! Our waiter was super generous and kept the chips coming and the queso was great! The guac was a little too chunky for my liking but I still enjoyed it. We also got a marg pitcher to share and they did not skimp on the tequila For my main, I opted for the carne asada quesadilla and it was great! A great portion size and I thought it was a good price as well. The meat was well seasoned and tender and I really enjoyed it. Overall I really liked this place and enjoyed sitting on the patio. Would love to come back!

Been wanting to try this place even with the mixed reviews. We chose to sit inside since it was so hot outside. First I have to say I love that you get 3 salsas to start with. I really enjoyed two out of three of them. The chips were thicker than most places but really good. I ordered the Taco and Enchilada combo. Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of it. The Carne Asada taco was very tender and good but the chicken enchilada sauce reminded me of Spaghettio's sauce. The beans were ok and the rice was mushy. I'll come back for just drinks and salsa though.

Really pleased with Rosa!! Restaurant was kept clean. Chips salted perfectly throughout- fresh and not greasy. 3 types of salsa and had a hard time picking a favorite. Queso was light and tasty. Phone didn't eat first for my chicken quesadilla but it was great! Rice has a nice smoky flavor. Next time we go I'll get the fajitas because they kept smelling so good!!! Staff is quick and helpful. Very glad to have a typical Mexican restaurant around!!! We will be back!

We went to celebrate with family and were excited to try out Rosa. The restaurant was fairly busy and the patio was full. We ate inside, which was well decorated but a bit loud due to hard surfaces. They could probably use some rugs or wall hangings to reduce sound reflection. Service was a little bit slow due to the push but our waiter was communicative and apologized for delays in gettin our drinks and food. Everyone in our party liked their food and we especially enjoyed the totopos. Really good addition to the neighborhood. Would absolutely recommend and go back.

Great food and service! Welcome addition to the neighborhood. After hearing some mixed reviews, we are glad we tried it ourselves. Went a couple times. Enjoyed the enchiladas and burritos. The margaritas are absolutely perfect! Enjoyed trying all the salsa varieties too. Agree the one improvement could be some thinner/different tortilla chips, otherwise we've had really good experience each time.

As a Texan transplant living in VA Highlands, I have been patiently waiting for a real deal Tex-Mex spot for years. Rosa answered my prayers. Margaritas on tap, sizzling fajitas, and frijoles charros (finally!), it's all I could have ever asked for. Make sure to ask for extra salsa aguacate- a rarity around these parts- they do a great version that will get the job done. Plus some of the friendliest bartenders in town. A great Tex-Mex haven, and a new ATL must.

Rosa was amazing! I had the beef & chicken tamales and they were amazing. The service was quick and attentive & the ambiance is great!

I wanted to love it, but the food didn't quite hit the mark for me. The patio looked nice but the inside was pretty loud. The variety of sauces was a nice touch! We had great service from a manager I believe.

Food was fantastic!! Clearly are using g fresh ingredients. Wait staff is kind and helpful. It's a perfect Mexican restaurant for the neighborhood. Oh, and they did an amazing job on the decor and patio.

I went to Rosa the first week it opened and the following week and it was pretty good. I then went July 2025 and the chips were stale, taco shells for the crispy tacos were stale. Not sure why they only have male waiters.

Every time I've been here I've had SUCH a nice experience. The staff is so passionate about seeing success within the restaurant and interested in hearing feedback. The food has always been hot and good. I am a big fan of frozen margs and love them from here. The outdoor patio is perfect!

I so desperately want to like this place because it's within walking distance of my house. But the food is just bad. I've been three times and tried multiple menu items, and it's the most flavorless Mexican food I've ever eaten. The food just needs seasoning. But as it is now, the chicken is like Perdue ready to eat chicken out of bag that's had no seasoning added to it. It's all so painfully bland. The salsa has no flavor. The fajita toppings are tired looking and the pico does not taste fresh. I've tried, and I'm done. Dining room is extremely loud. On the plus sides, service is fine and the patio is nice.

Rosa has the best margaritas in town! The food has been fantastic and we love the salsa options. Everyone who works there is so friendly and attentive. We love this new addition to Virginia Highland!

Had a great dinner at Rosa's. Outdoor patio was beautiful and has plenty of seating. Cheese dip and Margaritas were excellent. The tacos were great as well.

I was really looking forward to this place and I went back a few times before I left this review because it's so close to home, but it's just not good and extremely expensive for what it is. Even the interior is just bland like their salsa and queso and $18 margaritas. Unfortunately I will not be back. The people are very kind and I feel bad but it needs a major overhaul food wise, beverage wise, and price wise. "The original el taco" is GREATLY MISSED in this neighborhood.

I wanted to like Rosa, I live very close and was really hoping for a great Mexican restaurant. I have been 4 times and tried various menu items. The service has improved since opening, but the food is so bland. There is no seasoning. I will not be returning until there are new recipes. Also, they charge excessive amounts for add-ons without informing the customer. The inside is also too loud, great patio though.