Taco Bamba Gaithersburg

Where do I start? It genuinely took me a few minutes to select what I wanted to eat. The menu looked that good. Whatever you choose won't be a disappointment. Make sure to get their fresh pressed juice ( I ordered their watermelon 🍉). The staff was pleasant, and the service very good. I'm definitely going back again! If you want good eats at a casual restaurant, with or without alcohol, this is the place for you!

Food was really good! They have solid options for Happy Hour and Taco Tuesday, for sure. My only complaints are the drinks and the seating. The cocktails tasted a bit like a premade mix — I’m more of a “shaken cocktail” person myself. Also, the seating wasn’t the most comfortable and didn’t feel ideal for hanging out too long.

Great food, wonderful staff and a great way to unload on a Tuesday (see pic). The only thing I’d say is that they need a kids menu, lol. They have a lot of kids friendly food, but you have to pick it out of the main menu.

Great tacos and now a great burger too. Happy they are close to me.

Food was good but there are multiple occasions where had to fight over who gets the tiny street corn.

The food here's delicious. Three tacos were just right for me (I have a good appetite) and my wife's Cubana torta was very good. Great food and a good value!

Amazing food great options ! This is one stop for ideal taco and starters. The fries and calamari are amazing and super well done. Love the spicy chicken taco. Also have good sauce options for different heat levels. Definitely recommend it for lunch or dinner and with friends and family. Have outdoor seating as well.

If you looking for a inexpensive and affordable taco spot look no further. The vibe of this restaurant is splendid and very open. The customer service is wonderful and always ready to help. You can taste the seasoning and favorable tacos. The Birra is the best here with 4$ and 5$ tacos. The meat is perfect and not rubbery. The drinks are served cold and refreshing. This is a wonderful afternoon lunch spot and a hidden gem to see!

I am fanatical about this place. My first Taco Bamba experience was in Vienna, and I've been to most of their other locations now. When this one opened in Gaithersburg, it became the closest location to where I am and I went pretty much immediately. I've been back any number of times now; it's a thirty minute drive for me so I can't go all the time but if it was closer, I would. The price is about right for what you're getting. The ambiance is just okay, it's not stellar but it's not trying to be. Unpretentious, a little loud. You're here to eat, not to have a laidback conversation-heavy dining experience. THE TACOS. The traditional tacos are good, but the special tacos are where they really shine in my opinion. Standout recommendations at this location are the birria taco "dirty style", the Ma Cho, and the McLovin It. The salsa bar is also excellent, I love the focus on tomatillos in a lot of the salsas. Two for a smaller appetite or three for a bigger stomach is about right. I just love this place.

Taco Bamba has many options including vegetarian options for you VegHeads! I ordered the Spicy Shroom, Sweet Poutine tacos, Birria and the Rice & Beans. The tacos had a great mixed of stuff inside however there was virtually no flavor. I had to add some sauce to give it flavor which I found interesting. Ilthe Rice & Beans side had the most flavoring! I'll certainly try Taco Bamba again in the future.

I visited a few weeks ago and the quesadilla was good. I just ordered two carne asada tacos for take out. 90% of the meat was inedible gristle, just very low quality. The corn tortilla and onions without meat made for a light dinner. Probably not returning.When the food quality is that low, it does not seem that they care about customers.

I've been here a couple times and I'm a fan. I tried the OG breakfast taco today and it was really good with egg and chorizo. The birria taco was packed with lamb and while I wish there wa some consume to dip with, it was really good even without it. The carne asado taco is always good too. I like all the different salsas that is freshly made and while it's not a traditional taco shop, it's still a good spot to try some different flavors and fusion type tacos.

Came back for happy hour! $5 margs and $5 select foods, got the Jeffrey which is an extra long spring roll but meat filled. Got the carne asada tacos too, two are definitely enough to fill me up along with the street corn, which is one of the best things on the menu. The margarita was just ok, the dried lime definitely elevated the drink. Would I drive two hours again for happy hour? Probably not. But would definitely stop by again for carne asada tacos and the street corn!

Delicious and interesting tacos. Wasn't crazy for the mushroom taco but the meat ones we got were great and black beans and rice was tasty. Atmosphere is fast casual.

The Spicy Shroom taco is perhaps the best menu item ever devised. It has just the right balance between spicy and sweet, with just enough acid noted to keep everything interesting. It's my favorite item at this funky DC area chain. The Gaithersburg outpost, boasts the same lively vibe, hip decor and courteous service as the other locations. NB: menu items do vary a bit from location to location. I was a bit miffed that the Turkish Wrestler taco was not available at this location, but I got over it. Plenty of other good items to choose from including: The Grizzly Man, grilled salmon taco with a spicy sauce, the Juju Da Burger (a slider with all the trimmings on a tortilla), and the Arabe ( grilled chicken on pita bread with a spicy sauce). All tasty nothing ordinary. The outdoor seating was pleasant in the cool summer evening. FYI, some of the tables were wobbly, so choose yours carefully. Service was friendly and efficient. My wife had a few special requests and the staff handled them without a hitch. Overall, very solid!!!

A nice taco and bar place to come relax. But the customers service from Dana G. was horrible. The chicken taco was on point. The chicken nachos were good, but the chips need some work. The Bamba Fries. The fries taste like they were cooked in old oil. The meat was good. Then we found the avocado skin.

I really enjoyed the traditional tacos at taco bamba! I ordered the birria, lengua, and carne asada taco. My favorite go-tos are the carne asada and lengua tacos because they're both tender and well seasoned. The lamb birria taco is good too! It's well seasoned, tender, and not very gamey. The interior of the restaurant is clean, and the staff are friendly! I would definitely sit down and eat if I wanted hot tacos, but ordering to go is also great. Overall, I recommend trying taco bamba!

One of my absolute favorite spots for good chips and salsa. Everything here is super tasty and you can't go wrong. I'm a creature of habit and often continue to order the same dishes. I can attest that the Pack the Bowl with grilled chicken is the best. It's actually two meals packed into the bowl. Also suggest getting a side of chips to enjoy their numerous options of salsa at the bar. You really can't go wrong with Taco Bamba. One of my favorite places to visit for a quick and delicious meal. The only complaint I have about this location is the super loud music. If you're looking to have a conversation, you're better off sitting outside.

Taco Bamba is a Mexican small spot that absolutely nails the classics. Their lengua de res (beef tongue) tacos are incredibly flavorful and tender, while the birria tacos are a messy delight with the rich, spiced beef juices perfect for dipping. Don't miss out on pairing your tacos with one of their refreshing margaritas or sangrias. The street corn is also a must-try side - charred to perfection and slathered with creamy sauce, cheese, and spices. With its vibrant flavors and lively atmosphere, Taco Bamba transports you to the best taste of Mexico without leaving town.

I think Taco Bamba makes solid food that anybody with a discerning taste can enjoy. I've only dined in twice (different locations) and both times I had a torta, the Cubana and Lopez. Both were a delicious mess and they didn't skimp on the meats and fixings. You'll need a lot of napkins. In my case, also a knife and fork. No complaints with this location's operation. Ordering and picking up at the counter were both easy. The staff were friendly enough. They have plenty of tables inside and outside. Looking forward to trying out other menu items.

Im working at NIST this week and saw this place from the road when driving to the site on day one. The big red sight is a beacon of deliciousness!!! This place is cool! The atmosphere is perfect for a lunch getaway or even dinner and drinks with your coworkers. The staff are excellent and friendly with the great ability to guide you through the extensive menu. The menu is packed with awesome culture mixed delectable dishes. I had the chicken taco, I think it was called Rocco Pollo and it was great but could have use some sauce that I chose not to add so I could take in the style. The other taco was the Ma Cho which was an Asian marinade with Korean Gojujon a magnificent saffron rice, and pickled onions plus some jalapeños on top. This was one of the best fusion tacos I've ever had in my life!!! My coworker had a brisket and mac n cheese quesadilla that really looked good. This place is f'In fantastic and I'm going back for lunch today! Heck yeah!!!

First time at this location and stopped here for breakfast. Ordered a BEC empanada and the OG breakfast taco and both were great. The empanada was filled mostly with egg, not much bacon, but my taco however was overflowing with chorizo. Pretty filling for breakfast and I'd definitely order both again.

The tacos are always fun at the different locations, including here. Pretty bomb actually but, service is hit or miss and it's always freezing in this place. Get it to go, order early, and check your bag before you leave. Skip the bar.

Still very consistently good. Although their menu differs from location to location. The taco bamba is still good with chorizo and steak. Service was super friendly even though they were busy. And also probably some of the best salsa choices as well. Place has ample parking but it can get pretty filled during dinner time. Can't wait for the summer months to be able to sit outside.

I ordered online and food was ready in 10-15min. Pick up was super easy. Cubano: Not the best I've had but pretty good. The sandwich was packed with pork & ham but a little lacking in flavor overall. It's good if it's eaten with all the sauces that's provided though.

Take out only review, and I was not the one who picked up, cannot verify anything about service or in store pickup details. First visit to this or ANY Taco Bamba although I have wanted to visit since hearing the story of the original location--there has simply not been one convenient to me as I live in Prince William County VA and le boyfriend lives in Montgomery County, MD....this changed in the last year and we finally decided to try. Boyfriend got three traditional tacos, al pastor, birria and pescado. His father got two chicken tinga tacos. Little sister had the chicken arabe quesadilla and I got Huevos Rancheros, add Barbacoa meat and Mexican Street Corn. We were each pleased with our selections, he and I even tried a bit of each other's. My over easy eggs were perfect, the fried tortillas were wonderful. Next time I might just forgo the Barbacoa meat with the egg dish as it kind of overpowered it, but I really wanted to try both. Sauces were all very tasty, my favorite was the fresh pico. We will absolutely order again, he wants to try more tacos and I'm dying to try the tortas and the brisket Mac & cheese quesadilla :D

Taco wasn't bad. Wish the sauce was spicier or maybe I didn't put enough. My order was ready by the time I got there to pick up. The store vibe was good. Not bad. Thank you!

I've been here a couple times now and I will continue to give Taco Bamba my money. The food is delicious when it's fresh. I don't think I'll ever get it to go again. I very much enjoyed their chilaquiles, carne asada torta, and pollo quesadilla. I will definitely get these again (and I have). Their B.E.C. was lacking enough cheese and would be SO MUCH BETTER with a breakfast sausage than chewy bacon. Let me preface this by saying I do not care for chorizo, but I do care for trying new things. Their popular bamba taco (?) was overrated, mostly because the chorizo overpowered all the other flavors. The pozole broth was decent, but really lacked MORE flavor, hominy, and pork. I got one of the woodfired cocktails and I drank it, but it was nothing BUT smoke. Another reviewer had mentioned the loud music, and I do agree the music was a bit too loud. Obviously I have my opinions, but my overall impression of this place is delicious. I look forward to trying more from their menu in the near future. Like...tomorrow near future.

The breakfast options are so good! We came here around lunchtime but wanted breakfast food and they offer their breakfast selections all day. Their huevos rancheros were delicious, and so was the OG breakfast taco. My nephew got the empanadas and devoured them. My sister got the breakfast sopa and said it was awesome. The staff were friendly and helpful, the place was clean, parking was easy enough. Highly recommend!

Wow! Can't believe I didn't try this place sooner. Everything I've eaten here has been delicious. The tacos, Carne Asada Fries, the beverages (yes there's a bar inside, WINNING), and the service have been spectacular each time I've visited. This location in Gaithersburg has been great. Looking forward to to trying the other location in Rockville.

Delicious tacos! I tried the camaron (shrimp) taco and one of the special tacos called "Juju Da Burger". If you can get over the embarrassment of having to say "I would like a Juju Da Burger", I HIGHLY recommend you try this one. It blew my mind. It was delicious. The shrimp taco was fine but paled in comparison. The torta tradicional and the bamba fries were both delicious and I would 100% order them both again. They were running a special on a new limited edition taco called "curry not curry" - please don't get this. It was bad. Happy to hear it's only on a limited run. Noticed some reviews mentioning super loud music, but I didn't experience that when I went on a Thursday night. The employees were all super nice as well!

We have been to Taco Bamba before, but not at this location. It's a cool, dark restaurant playing Grunge music and serving a good selection of mixed drinks and beer. The menu is pretty extensive mix of items, most of which is obviously tacos. I had a bamba cup and a sangria, both of which were tasty. The service was rushed and chaotic. The Manager seemed tuned into handling issues and resolved them quickly, so things turned out okay and we enjoyed the meal overall. It's not dirty but it's not "tidy" either. The person taking our order was distracted and got my order wrong but the manager quickly dealt with it and gave me the correct order and refunded the cost. Overall, I would return but temper my expectations a bit.

The food was good especially the wings, I really find it to much for 6 wings, but I understand how it's cooked, so I understand the price. .. but I would come back

Food was terrible. Ordered Pollo Rico the chicken is gray this doesn't look like chicken to me and looks very fatty. Pollo Al Carbon was so bad, very fatty. I ordered chicken as a healthier option, this wasn't it. Also ordered a side of Guacamole didn't receive it. When I tried to call the restaurant 5x their phone is busy likely off the hook. They should refund at Minimum for the guacamole and the tip since it's not deserved at this point, if not the 2 chicken tacos too. Order 219 feel free to credit my cc, since they don't answer their phone.

Finally a good taco place in Gburg that really competes with Taco Bar and Ixtapalapa Taqueria for best tacos in Gburg. What excites me are the bold flavors of their tacos! You can order just the protein or choose from their traditional menu or from their tacos nuestros menu. Their taco Bamba, even the salmon taco, and the Korean taco just full of flavor and heat. Tastes great and very reasonably priced. Their plain carne asada taco was very good and I added their mild salsa to it. Very pleasantly surprised! Both times I went after 12pm and were lucky enough to get a table. In the back are the fountain soda machine (Coke!) and salsa bar. I'm not into spicy foods anymore and their mild salsa was so good! Place has a lot of windows and let's in a lot of light and even has a bar, with its own bar service to order food and drinks (full bar) and has happy hour from 3-5? With $5 drink specials. They did tone down the volume of the music so it was easy to talk to my dining companions. Good music too! A most welcome addition to Gburg and right by my work!

Why not stick to traditional?? F'n carnitas taste like Korean pork for some reason I wanted Mexican, not Korean or Salvadoran crap!! Gotta go to CA to get decent Mex in this country

food: delicious - MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB - BAMBA FRIES - MULITA DE BIRRIA - TACO BAMBA TACO service: quick and efficient indoor seating: a little loud for my taste, the food makes it worth it. if you run cold, bring something light to cover up just in case. each time i've been there it's been a little chilly. they also have hooks for bags! extra stars for that!

Excited to try this new taco bamba location, conveniently located nearby my office. Very fast and quick line to order for pick up, although it's nearly 20 mins to get my to-go order. Was assisted in making a few tweaks of taco choices which I always appreciate recommendation of course. Food was great similar to other location as I remember. Would come back again to pick up lunch. Perhaps next time will do dine-in :).

We arrived in a Thursday night shortly after their grand opening. The line was quite long, but nothing that seemed unreasonable. The food took about 10 and ordering itself took 10-15 minutes due to the size of the line. I order the Jeffery and it came out piping hot and was flavorful. I like this taco bambo and will be back. It's close to home and good food. I will say inside was freezing. It was extremely cold outside, but it was very cold inside too. There should be something done when it's busy and the door keeps opening.

The price is right, each taco tastes different and they don't skip on the garnishes. Haven't had a bad time here ever

My first time at Taco Bamba was fun! Their Gaithersburg location has a bar (not sure if they all do), and their menu selection was impressive. They offer so much more than tacos, including bowls and quesadillas. I had 2 of their fancier tacos ($4.50 each), and left feeling so full. Good food, good vibes 9/10 (only bc we had to wait a while for our drinks)

I went here yesterday for lunch with friends. This was my third time there since they opened in December. First I mm excited that this one opened up as its closer to where I live and I don't need to go to Rockville to get my Taco Bamba fix. The food is always good when I have been. I enjoy and recommend the tacos dirty style. I typically try to get at least one taco dirty style. My main con about this location is they have only had one register opened. This is confusing to me as I go during lunch time which is peak hours. I have even been there once when two people were manning one register which I don't think is efficient. Outside of that, I have enjoyed my experience there and would recommend it to anyone looking for a taco fix.

I love the tacos, but the service is not really great. I stood in line for like 5-10 minutes without getting told "I'll be right with you in just a second." or something simple like that by the ladies at the counter. I suppose that's too complex for this location. It took probably closer to 10 minutes when more people started to wait in line when one lady asked in an uptight tone if I'd like to order. That type of energy does not have to be directed to the customer, and I don't understand how that is meant to earn you more tips.

Tacos are good. Got pollo and pescado and they were good. Parole is decent. Service is horrible. The kids behind the counter are rude and aloof. Act like you want to be there. Engage with your customers when they ask questions. Stop shrugging your shoulders.

Rude cashier, unresponsive to customers lacks common courtesy. Got the order wrong. The flavor, taste turned out ok. Hard to hear anything with how Loud the restaurant is. Will be skipping the Gaithersburg quince orchard location for sure nigh try out the Rockville location before writing them off - there's many other Tex mex places skip this one.

Music was incredibly loud at lunch. Heavy metal at 500 decibels. Even outside it was loud. Taco Bamba was like a taco only smaller.

I stopped in for a late breakfast after my mother raved about their tacos. It's clean, neat and the staff is friendly. I ordered the cup o bamba with pinto beans and barbacoa. The flavors are balanced and the serving was satisfying. I'll be trying out their tacos this summer. Something tells me I'll enjoy them thoroughly. For those who don't eat pork, order the pinto beans. The black beans have pork.

Good food, the place is nice & is kinda a hidden gem, service was quick & nice, the environment is good & music is a vibe

I've eaten at Taco Bamba in Gaithersburg 3 times now. The tacos were amazing and it was great finding vegetarian options that weren't smothered in cheese. The Spicy Shroom is a slice of Heaven--complex spice, textures, and even attention to colors. The Sweet Poutine is also really good. And the servers have always been cheerful and efficient. I'll definitely be going back!

Today I tried Taco Bamba for the first time and, frankly, was a little disappointed. I ordered the Bamba Brisket Mac and Queso quesadilla and some chips and guac. First the quesadilla: while flavorful, it was extremely thin. There was a minuscule layer of Mac and cheese. I had to look twice to see if any was in there. That goes also for the brisket. When you look at the stock photo from the owner, it looks very hearty and thick. For $13 I really expected more. For that kind of money I can come away full at Chipotles. Now for the chips and guac: for the money, I couldn't complain. The chips were tasty and the guac, while a little heavy on the lime, was plentiful and tasty as well. I'd probably go again just to try something else, but as for the razor-thin quesadilla that ain't happening again even though it tasted good.

Good food and variety with good service and a clean restaurant. Best of all they have Pacifico!

OMG! This place is amazing! Ambiance has lively music, clean facilities, open concept. Staff were courteous and efficient. This joint has a variety of tacos with some fusion of ingredients and sauces of Asian and Caribbean flavor. They make it blend so well and I'm just totally blown away! From classic tacos of Al pastor, chicken and steak to the jerk chicken tacos and Siracha Mayo several others mix. My mouth was watering as I ordered but just didn't have enough space in my stomach to try it all. If you like spices and love experimenting with taste and blended seasoning from influences of Asian Latino and Caribbean, this is the place for you. Or if you enjoy the classic Mexican Taco, you will want to try this place too. You should head over asap and I will be right behind you!

Welcome to Moco Taco Bamba! I came here with my friend during the week. It wasn't too busy. They have some HH specials. I had a Jeffery which is like a long egg roll with cheese, peppers and meat stuffed inside. Very tasty! I got lengua taco. ( beef tongue) tasty. I wish they had a fixings bar. However they have a nice salsa bar. My favorite is their Salsa Habanero, very hot salsa with Pineapple. You have to request it from the cashier. Im on the fence with their ceviche... maybe I'll try next time. Service was good. Restaurant was clean.

Not true authentic Mexican and the food is really average and not worth the money. The portions are small and it isn't appealing

Second time I ordered the Biarri that should have the consume dipping sauce. Second time it was delivered with no such thing. Very disappointing

Tinga Taco - Dry and Salty - tasted like lamb for some reason Asada Taco - Tender and Flavorful - but lacks garnishment (Cliantro & Onions) it was sad just to see a tortilla with meat thrown on it and a piece of onion or two with it Birria Taco - Tasted lamb again like the tinga taco - just took 1 bite and tossed it yuck Al Pastor Taco - Salty, Overcooked Carne Asada Torta - overpriced and underwhelming Mexican Street Corn - sadly best thing I had from my order but who can mess up corn I'm from Los Angeles so the bar might be a little high here but I dont think I'm ever coming here again - Overpriced and Underwhelming Food

Hands down the best birria tacos around. Made with roasted lamb and served with the perfect dip. Awesome atmosphere and staff.