District Taco
A local chain known for fresh, customizable Yucatán-style tacos and burritos, originating from a food truck.
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District Taco
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Must-see attractions
A local chain known for fresh, customizable Yucatán-style tacos and burritos, originating from a food truck.
"Fresh and fast tacos made right to order, a local favorite across Northern Virginia and beyond."
Ask for less cheese
Request less cheese on nachos to avoid a heavy, saucy consistency.
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowded parking and enjoy a more relaxed experience by visiting outside of peak times.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mexican
Price
Mid-range
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Freshly Made Tacos
Customizable tacos made to order with a variety of flavorful salsas. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Unique Atmosphere
Experience a cool atmosphere with unique building design, offering a memorable dining environment.
Flavorful Salsa Variety
Explore an incredible variety of salsas, each uniquely flavorful and bold, enhancing any dish.
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Ask for less cheese
Request less cheese on nachos to avoid a heavy, saucy consistency.
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowded parking and enjoy a more relaxed experience by visiting outside of peak times.
Order for carry out
Limited and uncomfortable seating, so consider ordering to-go for a better experience.
Communicate special requests
For large orders or specific requests like extra salsa, clearly communicate with staff in advance.
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Ask for less cheese
Request less cheese on nachos to avoid a heavy, saucy consistency.
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowded parking and enjoy a more relaxed experience by visiting outside of peak times.
Order for carry out
Limited and uncomfortable seating, so consider ordering to-go for a better experience.
Communicate special requests
For large orders or specific requests like extra salsa, clearly communicate with staff in advance.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
District Taco is praised for its fresh and delicious tacos and burritos, with many appreciating the customizable options and flavorful salsas. The friendly staff and cool atmosphere are also highlights. However, some diners have experienced issues with food temperature, incorrect orders, and overly cheesy nachos.
"We went in there super last minute and ordered 40 tacos. A mix of 3 different meats and different toppings. The team there was so accommodating, quick, and helpful! Fransy (I’m assuming who was the manager) was so nice and helped the team get all of our tacos made and packaged in less than 15 minutes. Would absolutely use them again for just a simple order or another large one for our work team!"
Mandi Peters
"We used to go here all the time when we lived in Nova,but on our most recent visit I was not as impressed. My nachos seemed to be overwhelmed with too much cheesy sauce. Perhaps less cheese. It ended up tasting like a big blob of goo.
I won't rule out coming back because we went here frequently in the past after working out. I'll never forget those sunny days exercising on a beautiful day. We would walk from Belle Haven and cross the Wilson Bridge. Afterwards, we would eat at District Taco. This place is my happy place and Old Town Alexandria is my hometown. I will just ask for less cheese on my nachos next time."
TheMia315
"My food was hella cold, missing some salsa and just horrible. I had better service from taco bell. We came here on our scooters from the park and wanted a quick eat. We waited 20 minutes and hadn't gotten our order, only when I walked up and asked about it she said she called our number. Which she didn't because id been waiting there for for it. Prior to tmme waiting they had messed up another customers order and given another person the wrong order."
M Dixon
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Frequently Asked Questions
District Taco is famous for its customizable tacos, burritos, and nachos, made with fresh ingredients and a variety of flavorful salsas.
Yes, District Taco has a breakfast menu featuring items like eggs and chorizo, available for dine-in or takeout.
Absolutely! All dishes at District Taco are fully customizable, allowing you to choose your proteins, toppings, and salsas.
Seating can be limited and uncomfortable, especially during busy hours. Many diners prefer to order for carry-out.
Yes, vegetarian options are available, and you can customize dishes to suit dietary needs. Impossible meat is also an option.
District Taco is accommodating for large orders. Communicating clearly with staff in advance for special requests is recommended.
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You can do no wrong with tacos morning, noon, or night, which is good, because District Taco has a legitimate breakfast menu for eat-in dining and for grabbing a bag full of good stuff to take back to your office mates. The rest of the day, you’ll find fresh and fast tacos made right to order. District Taco is a local chain, with several other locations throughout Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland.
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District Taco began as a popular food truck downtown, and luckily has spread throughout the area. Skip the traffic to the nation’s capital and grab some of the best tacos in the city at this fast casual style restaurant. Your stomach ( and wallet) will thank you as you chow down on these must-try tacos.
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