Tacos in Columbia Heights, Washington

Explore the tacos menu at Chicatana, your go-to spot for Mexican-fusion flavors in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC, available for pickup.

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Popular Tacos to Try

T Pastor

$5.00

Pork tacos include onions, pineapple, and cilantro as listed toppings.

“Some of the best pastor tacos I’ve had in the US. So delicious, MUST visit if you’re in DC”

T Carnitas

$4.50

Carnitas tacos feature pork with salsa verde, onions, and cilantro.

“Every bite was great. We had guacamole, esquites, jamon serrano, steak quesadilla, carnitas taco, flats and margaritas!”

T Camaron

$5.00

Shrimp tacos come with tomatoes, onions, and sour cream.

“Oh my gosh. We just ate at this place, and the margaritas, tacos, brussels sprouts, passionfruit flan. Everything. Amazing.”

Welcome to Chicatana

Chicatana brings a bold and diverse tacos menu to Columbia Heights, Washington, DC, with options ranging from classic meat fillings to adventurous seafood and vegetarian choices.

Standout selections include T Asada, T Pastor, T Pescado, T Carnitas, T Pollo, and T Coliflor al Pastor, each crafted with distinct toppings and salsas that make every bite memorable.

Come visit Chicatana in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC, or enjoy your tacos your way through dine-in, pickup, or delivery — however you prefer to enjoy your meal.

Tacos to Try

T Chapulines

$7.00

T Chapulines tacos feature grasshoppers, onions, and chipotle avocado.

“Authentic menu and loved everything we tried! Good service and very fast sit down service. Tacos were amazing and such a variety for vegetarians, meat, and insect lovers. Also, tried the watermelon salad!”

T Chicatana "Ants"

$7.00

Tacos contain chicatana ants with tomatoes, onions, mezcal, and avocado.

“Chicatana is INSANELY good. We didn't have any expectations coming here and were totally blown away by the quality of the food. Enmole was delicious. Creamy, spicy, not too bitter, and incredibly flavorful. The passion fruit flan is a must get as well!”

T Coliflor al Pastor

$4.50

Tacos hold fried cauliflower, pineapple, onions, and avocado salsa.

“Great service. Sat bar side just as happy hour began and while it was quiet at first soon enough it got busy and we are talking midweek They did not cheap out and water down my drinks. Great prices too. The cauliflower al pastor tacos”

T Lengua

$6.00

Beef tongue tacos include onions, radish, and molcajete-made salsa.

“Amazing tacos and tons of variety - they have all the classics and some unique like lobster, octopus, lamb barbacoa, and lengua”

T Lobster

$8.00

Lobster tacos bring tender seafood into a handheld tortilla.

“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”

T Rajas con Crema

$4.50

Roasted-pepper tacos with cream and Oaxaca cheese.

“The service was great but the food was top notch. One of my friends described the Al pastor as life changing. This is now my go to place for quality tacos.”

Lamb Tacos (2)

$13.00

Two tacos filled with lamb, offering a savory handheld meal.

“Best tacos and aguachile, highly recommend. We stop for Sunday brunch often too”

T Asada

$6.00

Hanger-steak taco with grilled onion and salsa molcajete.

“Really good Mexican food! We got Asada tacos and quesadillas, the tortillas taste homemade. The meat was very tasty and fresh. Guacamole was super bomb. Very good quality for east coast Mexican food!”

T Octopus

$8.00

Octopus tacos offer tender seafood in a soft taco format.

“Wow. Blown away as I finally discovered Chicatana. Easily the best and most creative tacos in DC. And the mezcal drinks are on point too (I write this after a few).”

T Pescado

$5.00

Rockfish taco with rice tempura, morita mayo, and cabbage.

“Delicious tacos, great new location. This place is a hidden gem.”

T Pollo

$4.00

Chicken tinga tacos topped with avocado and cilantro.

“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!”

T Suadero (2)

$13.00

Two tacos are filled with suadero, a thin-sliced beef cut.

“Great happy hour spot! The food is great, highly recommend the Suadero and carnitas tacos.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular tacos options?

Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.

T Asada — This taco combines grilled hanger steak, onion, and molcajete salsa for smoky, savory flavor with fresh heat.
T Pastor — These tacos use pork with pineapple, onions, and cilantro, the characteristic garnishes listed in the menu description.
T Carnitas — Slow-cooked pork is traditionally used for carnitas, here finished with salsa verde, onions, and cilantro.
T Pollo — These tacos feature chicken tinga with avocado and cilantro, combining saucy chicken with creamy and herbal toppings.
T Pescado — This taco combines rockfish, rice tempura, morita mayo, and cabbage for contrasting textures and smoky, savory flavor.

Do you offer delivery and takeout?

Yes! We offer both delivery and takeout for tacos throughout the Columbia Heights, Washington area. Order your tacos online for convenient pickup or delivery.