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Mi VIda has a lovely menu of postres (desserts) but you can never go wrong with their classic churros. Or order a few sweets for a full taste of Mexico!
The Wharf, 14th Street, Penn Quarter
Mi Vida offers memorable Mexican dishes from spicy fish tacos to enchiladas and is perfect for a special occasion. 14th Street and Penn Quarter locations open in late 2022.
Find churros at Espita on both their dinner and brunch menu with chocolate and vanilla cream sauce.
Convention Center
Espita also offers a small but not to be missed menu of Southern Mexican fare. Enjoy tacos, small plates, and full entrees. Plus check out fun murals inside and outside.
dLeña offers churros at their bottomless brunch for $60 a person including drinks. Enjoy hearty small plates and margaritas.
Mount Vernon
dLeña presents a modern approach to Mexican fare. They celebrate the concept of “leña,” or firewood, highlighting the nuanced flavors smoke can impart on both the food and smokey mezcal and tequila.
bartaco is a casual, surf-lifestyle inspired spot with jumbo churros to dip in chocolate and vanilla sauce.
City Vista & Virginia
The menu at bartaco is simple - a list of tacos and not tacos. Build your dream taco spread with individual tacos and sides made to order.