Taco Bamba

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    $$ Tacos, Breakfast & Brunch
    Closed9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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    4000 Wilson Blvd

    Ste C

    Arlington, VA 22203

    Ballston

    Mon

    • 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

    Tue

    • 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

    Wed

    • 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

    Thu

    • 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

    Closed now

    Fri

    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Sat

    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Sun

    • 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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    Chef Victor Albisu's irreverent take on Mexican street food and tacos in both traditional and chef-driven styles. …

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      Zack G.
      Arlington, VA
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      Feb 7, 2024

      Small counter service Mexican spot with a large selection of both classic and unique options.

      The menu is primarily comprised of different types of tacos, but they also have a few other dishes + drinks.

      Also have breakfast options, and they offer a free cup of coffee when you order food.

      Have a small "salsa bar" with a few different salsas (with varying levels of heat) that you can try out

      My GF and I each got a few different tacos + chips & guac. Both the guac + the mild salsa that we got from the salsa bar were both delicious. The tacos were also delicious, but they were pretty spicy

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      Grace S.
      Arlington, VA
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      Mar 28, 2024

      Food delish - the salad with a ton of ingredients has some garlic scoop in it that is to die for. Chips and queso is also really good, and cheap, too.

      Just some tips though: they are busy so check your order for mistakes. I've had a few. Make sure to order your cream fresh ahead of time, it costs $.

      I like this spot for quick, easy, Mexican food!

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      I was randomly in town for a dog adoption event and wanted to grab something to eat. Looked on Yelp, and came across this place.

      The food was delicious! I had a taco bamba and the Jeffrey. So full of flavor and I actually couldn't finish (the Jeffrey...it was huge!) The other person I was with got the choriqueso torta...the bread was perfectly crispy/toasty and the fillings were perfectly seasoned. I also had an horchata and it was amazingly cinnamon-y.

      It was pretty quick to get our food after ordering at the counter.

      Lastly, I loved the ambiance. Very good music that they had playing...a mix of pop, r&b, and rock.

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      Ben P.
      Washington, DC
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      Apr 18, 2024

      Amazing tacos. Really good drinks as well with a cool vibe. Wish they had a kids menu though.

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      Christine H.
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      The Super Torta deserves its own post at Taco Bamba. It's really amazing how they put a billion different flavors that somehow mesh altogether. Is it worth it? Definitely. But disclaimer: I'd probably recommend splitting the Torta with someone else so that you have room for something else. Also a pro tip is to have a bunch of different salsas on the side so that you can mix and match and experiment with what this humongous burrito/sandwich has to offer. last pro tip is to order in advance so that you can pick it up right away and eat at the counter (perhaps with a cold beer to wash it all down)

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      Adithi M.
      Washington, DC
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      Sep 11, 2023

      Taco Bamba has a large selection of both tacos and breakfast items. I got the Chilaquiles and I liked how it came with both rice and refried beans on the side. The Chilaquiles were really tasty and I enjoyed them a lot. Together it was a complete meal and kept you full at a budget friendly price. The restaurant is also really nice with a large selection of sauces and hot sauces to add to your meal. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal and would recommend if you're in the Ballston area!

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      Thomas V.
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      Sep 12, 2023

      I came for their $5 Happy Hour promo on a weekday. The sangria is a bit strong on the alcoholic content but is still sweet and drinkable. I took off a star because their Happy Hour menu had only one food item, The Jeffrey, yet when I asked for it they said it wasn't available. Not sure why they'd advertise something they don't have and the restaurant wasn't crowded either so it's not like they ran out of it.

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      Aman A.
      Washington, DC
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      Jan 31, 2023

      One of my favorite taco chains. Have never had a bad taco, fairly authentic style (for a chain) along with creative options and multiple salsas which are all tasty.

      Usually I get traditional tacos (chicken, chorizo, steak, shrimp) but lately I have been delving into their specials (tacos nuestros) -- the Taco Bamba, Fun's Over, and El Pollo Rico are bombs of flavor.

      I love an authentic taqueria, but if I need to fill a quick taco craving this is my go-to.

      3 "tacos nuestros" from left to right: Fun's over, taco bamba, el rico pollo
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      Joyce W.
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      Taco Bamba was a pleasant surprise! I love their salsa bar. They have a variety of tacos (including breakfast tacos that are available all day!)
      We got the guac and chips too and they were delicious!

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      Ann B.
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      Last night, we finally decided to give Taco Bamba a try, and let me tell you, it was an absolute culinary delight! The flavors, oh the flavors! We sampled the carne asada, pollo al carbon, and the al pastor tacos, and each one was a flavor explosion in our mouths. While all three were delicious, the steak and chicken tacos truly stole the show with their perfectly seasoned and tender meat. Opting for the dirty style on corn tortillas was definitely the way to go, adding an extra layer of zest and texture to each bite. It's safe to say that Taco Bamba has now become our go-to local taco spot, and we cannot wait to return for more mouthwatering tacos and vibrant dining experiences.

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