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We have tried different Mexican restaurants in the DC area but none compare to the delightful dishes served at this wonderful restaurant. Chips are thin and crispy and the salsa is chunky and full of flavor. From the appetizer section we enjoyed the Ceviche which was very fresh and most of all they used flounder for this dish unlike other places where they use cheap fish. for our main course we ordered the Carne Asada, skirt steak very well marinated, tender and juicy. My wife had the Salmon a la Parrilla, a large portion of grilled salmon with sauteed scallops and shrimps with a garlic sauce, it was amazing. every dish showed that the chef has put passion and dedication. White table cloths make this restaurant unique and different from other Mexican restaurants in the area. The pricing is very affordable. We highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great Mexican and latin food. By the way, the Margaritas here are superb at this place and only $5.95!

Maybe it was chef's night off, but dinner (for 2) last night did not seem to be at the same restaurant that others have liked so much. The salsa was thin, like diluted tomato juice, with absolutely no heat. The only flavor came from the over-large chunks of raw onion. Chicken tamales were gelatinous, and tasted only faintly of corn. Two different seafood preparations each contained small, almost tasteless shrimp. One preparation, had mussels, which were so small that there was essentially no meat inside any of the shell, just a few slimy strands that seemed better suited to a used handkerchief. The included scallops were watery. The broccoli served with both dishes seemed fresh, but was so raw that it was not edible. Neither main course was assertive in flavoring and with eyes closed came close to being a "mystery cuisine platter". Atthough the chips were not at all greasy, and the service was excellent, it did not rescue the experience. It was a highly unsatisfying meal. We cut our losses and did not order dessert.

There is no better mexican restaurant in the dc metro area, the level of authenticity and service is great and the food which in my multiple trips i have been able to try several plates is delicious. visit plaza azteca for a b-day graduation or just dinner you won't be let down.