Alexandria’s favorite taco shops have gained loyal followings by serving up fresh ingredients, handmade tortillas and house-made salsas. The city has no shortage of restaurants, from casual taquerias to full-service Mexican restaurants offering their take on the staple dish.
With the help of ALXnow readers through a Reader’s Choice Poll, we’ve rounded up the best taco spots in Alexandria, Virginia. After two weeks of voting (Aug. 7-21) and nearly 800 individual votes cast, our readers navigated a field of nominees to crown the city’s best taco spot.
Last Vote: Poll: The best taco spot in Alexandria | Poll Held: Aug. 7-21, 2026.
Top vote getters
1. La Tingeria
3950 Wheeler Avenue
Started as a food truck, owner David Peña’s restaurant has gained a following for its birria tacos and other varieties. Its Alexandria location is based at Port City Brewing Company.
2. Taqueria Poblano
2400B Mount Vernon Avenue
This Del Ray restaurant is a favorite spot to pair tacos with their famous margaritas.
3. Taqueria Picoso
1472 N. Beauregard Street
The West End restaurant draws inspiration from Chefs Elio Gómez and Isaac Ramirez’s time growing up with Mexico City’s street food.
Other notable taco spots
- Chop Shop Taco
- District Taco
- Tequila & Taco
- Los Tios Grill
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