T Pastor
$5.00
Pork tacos topped with onions, pineapple, and cilantro.
“Some of the best pastor tacos I’ve had in the US. So delicious, MUST visit if you’re in DC”
Tacos
T Camaron
$5.00
Shrimp tacos topped with tomatoes, onions, and sour cream.
“Chicatana is not your average Mexican restaurant, not only is the place really authentic, but they also got dishes with their twist. Everything we’ve tried was very good and service was fast and excellent. I was doubting whether I should try their signature chicatana ant taco, asked the waiter and he was nice enough to get me some chicatana ants to see and try 😂 It was quite an experience, would definitely recommend to try it!”
T Carnitas
$4.50
Pork tacos topped with salsa verde, onions, and cilantro.
“Great happy hour spot! The food is great, highly recommend the Suadero and carnitas tacos.”
T Lobster
$8.00
Lobster taco served in a tortilla, with toppings unspecified.
“We came here from Seattle because of the Google reviews. The food was delicious (lobster taco) and the spicy passion fruit margarita was top notch! Would recommend! Make a reservation or come early as it fills up fast”
Quesadillas
Q Carne Asada
$16.00
A cheese-filled tortilla folded around grilled carne asada.
“Every bite was great. We had guacamole, esquites, jamon serrano, steak quesadilla, carnitas taco, flats and margaritas!”
Q Queso
$13.00
A folded tortilla griddled with melted cheese inside.
“We came in here by chance and could not believe this place is not more well known in DC. We sat at the bar and had delicious Al Pastor margaritas and a number of apps + tacos. Service was very fast and friendly, and food was the best Mexican we’ve had in DC. A neighborhood gem!”
Quesadilla de Insectos
$16.00
A quesadilla filled with insects, with varieties unspecified.
“Staff is excellent. Food & drinks are amazing. Love this neighbor gem. Try all the insects! Ceviche, tacos, you cant go wrong. Don't leave 14th & Meridian!”
Q Mushroom/Spinach
$15.00
A quesadilla filled with mushrooms and spinach in a folded tortilla.
Seafood
Aguachile Verde
$18.00
Shrimp in a green chile-lime marinade, served as a seafood starter.
“Best tacos and aguachile, highly recommend. We stop for Sunday brunch often too”
Sopes de Camaron
$13.50
Masa cakes topped with shrimp, garlic, guajillo chile, and black beans.
Chicken
Enchiladas
Enchiladas Suizas
$16.00
Enchiladas of rolled tortillas with a creamy green sauce.
“The food and service are absolutely incredible. I hope this neighborhood gem keeps the Columbia Heights location. Mexican cuisine with upscale flair, and always delicious. Great outdoor seating options.”
Enchiladas Rancheras
$15.00
Rolled tortillas covered in ranchera sauce for a classic entrée.
“I was pleasantly surprised as a Mexican 🇲🇽🙋🏻♀️person and from the DMV area. The sopes were so delicious. They’re definitely very modern, but tasted so good. My Mexican mom can’t even make this. My partner got the Tlayuda, which was so good. I got two tongue tacos, and one shrimp taco and I love both of them, but the shrimp one was the best. I also got a side of beans and rice. Overall would come back here.”
Desserts
Passionfruit Flan
$10.00
Smooth custard flavored with passion fruit and finished with caramel.
“Oh my gosh. We just ate at this place, and the margaritas, tacos, brussels sprouts, passionfruit flan. Everything. Amazing.”
Bunuelos
$9.00
Crisp fried-dough pastries, traditionally served with a sweet coating.
“Real Mexican cuisine. Staff explained each dish we asked about and made helpful suggestions. Delicious array of delicate tacos with subtle flavors, including the spicy grasshoppers. Buñuelas and churros for dessert!”
