Cinco de Mayo may have passed us by this year but there’s no reason we can’t indulge in some delicious tacos! Luckily, DC has plenty of taco joints where you can enjoy a warm, flavorful taco. In fact, there’s probably a taco to fill every craving you may have. From spicy pork to flaky fish, from original favorites to fusion style; you can never go wrong with a great taco! We wish we could list every taco place on this list but we tried to find the best in the city for the ultimate taco trail in DC!
Perfect for the health conscious, Jaco is in the heart of Georgetown and brings together fresh-pressed juices with Mexican street food. The vibe is relaxed and the tacos are always fantastic.
1614 Wisconsin Ave NW
This laid back restaurant is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Eat on their rooftop and enjoy their Mexican style food with some California and Caribbean flair. Their shrimp tacos and Mexican corn on some of the absolute best in the district.
2444 Wisconsin Ave NW
District Taco is a huge chain in the city and you can find them in all the neighborhoods so we had to add them to the list! Enjoy high quality tacos at this beloved establishment. And don’t miss out on their breakfast tacos!
4600 Wisconsin Ave NW
Two DC favorites come together at TaCOma: Peruvian Chicken and tacos! They serve Yucatan style tacos that are tasty and filling. If you’re a vegetarian, be sure to try the best vegetarian tacos in the city here!
353 Cedar St NW
This unassuming restaurant simply does great tacos, without too much flash. Although you can get fancy with rare type like roast goat or beef tongue, they also have the classics. It’s also one of the most budget friendly taco places in the city.
3463 14th St NW
El Rey is a combination taqueria and Mexican beer garden in a unique setting. The entire restaurant was made out of shipping containers and they have some of the most fun decor. It’s more than just a great atmosphere though. You’ll love their flavorful tacos and cocktails!
919 U St NW
Takorean is a Korean-Mexican fusion spot in the Navy Yard that is just as unique as it sounds! Mix and match the ingredients to get the perfect fusion taco to satisfy your taste buds!
1212 4th St SE