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Los Cuates Restaurant
Los Cuates of Georgetown invite you to come and experience for yourself our delicious and extensive menu featuring traditional Mexican dishes.
You will find your favorite beverage and also "The best margaritas" in town. We use only the fresh ingredients, and all food is prepared daily.
We are also pleased to be able to offer you such quality and quantity of food at reasonable prices.
We look forward to your visit and we are ready to serve you the finest in Mexican cuisine.
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45 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 45 reviews
5 stars
(7)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(21)
- good for groups(20)
- kid-friendly(6)
- great for lunch(3)
- hot spot(3)
- great for brunch(2)
Los Cuates Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Is there any good Mexican in DC
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good service, nice small place in Georgetown but food very bland, almost tasteless. I had tacos carbon. Very blah chicken wrapped in a flour tortilla. Margaritas were not bad."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 2 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing "brunch" experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We made reservations at Los Cuates for Sunday morning after reviewing their brunch menu online. When we arrived, they told us that they normally serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday, but were not serving it that day. Since we were already seated, my friend and I each ordered something off the lunch menu, and about 20 minutes later, my food arrived, but not hers. We waited another 15 minutes for her food to arrive because apparently they forgot to make her fajitas. The food was okay but we would have been happier with it if the meals had arrived at the same time and if they had offered brunch as advertised. Given that there are many other good restaurant options available in the DC area, we won't be going back to Los Cuates."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious. Our waiter was excellent. He took our drink order and immediately brought us chip and salsa. He let us sit and enjoy ourselves before he took our order. The food came quick. It was hot and so good. I would go back next time I am in town."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
DINNER 28 APRIL 2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been going to Los Cuates since it opened and are delighted to see them doing so well. On our last visit there was a very loud group at one of the upstairs tables -- really too loud. Not sure what they could have done, but I wished I'd asked to go downstairs ;) We do like the restaurant so one experience will not deter us in the future"
Dined on 4/28/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Anti-Trendy
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's classic Mexican, American style, with tasty food in large portions, and it won't empty your wallet. Popular with students from nearby Georgetown U. A high energy, fun kind of place.
The pork dish was superb and special. Chicken enchilada was standard fare. Friend had two frozen margaritas so they must have been good."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Los Cuates
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really good restaurant for big groups
Good value
Fun atmosphere
Probably for a younger crowd
Definitely make reservations for Friday or Saturday night"
Good value
Fun atmosphere
Probably for a younger crowd
Definitely make reservations for Friday or Saturday night"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 7 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was amazing, I would
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was amazing, I would eat their dishes any day. But it was cramped and a little too "Mom and Pop" for me. I'd go there again if invited to, but I don't think I'd go again on my own choice. I would however order their food if that was an option, or get it for takeout if I lived closer."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great buzz and energy, broad
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great buzz and energy, broad menu, and good preparation of the meals."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Better for brunch/lunch than dinner
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Mexican food is pretty standard. We've been there for brunch and the service was awesome and it wasnt too packed. This time, we went for dinner and it was SUPER loud. We couldnt hear the people at the other end of the table, so we pretty much just talked with the people next to us. Our waiter wasnt as attentive as we would have liked. We had to wait a really long time for drinks."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a party of seven and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a party of seven and they handled it just fine considering the small restaurant space. The staff was attentive and the food was fantastic. This was a small restaurant and very loud but it is definitely worth the trip for the food!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2009
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Review 11 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fantastic food, but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic food and outstanding service. Only down side is the place is small and they pack people in there so it's loud and tough to have a conversation. Weekends people were waiting outside for a table, so make a reservation or go a different night. Might be quieter and less crowded too."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We made an open table reservation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We made an open table reservation an hour ahead of time. Got there it was packed and we were seated befor our reservation time. The service was perfect. The food was great. And it was a blast."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
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Review 13 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Best Low Key Mexican in Georgetown
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Solid food and great pitchers of margaritas. I think they're still getting used to OpenTable (their second try I think) so we waited for quite a bit for our group of 8 to be seated, but this place never fails us."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
High Praise from a Picky Texan
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I can keep this short: I am a born and raised Texan, and Texans take their Tex Mex very, very seriously. And we don't think that anyone can do it as well as we can. However, I would go to Los Cuates even if it were in my hometown. None of my fellow Texans believe me when I tell them how good it is, but not a single one has ever left Los Cuates disappointed. I come here every single week and get grumpy when I've gone too long without Los Cuates queso (yes - they even have good queso!). This place is a gem, and I feel so lucky to have found a taste of home right here in the capital."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Delicious Mexican brunch.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious Mexican brunch. Really great, fresh chips and salsa. The tamalito dulce was very tasty, as were the huevos rancheros."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 16 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Always enjoy this Mexican
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always enjoy this Mexican favorite in Georgetown."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Los Cuates Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Restaurant way over booked
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"Restaurant way over booked itself. We had to sit by front door (20 minutes after reservation time), which was exceptionally cold with the door open, and we had 30 of our newest friends literally standing over us the entire time.
We asked for a new table to which the Manager responded "sorry 45 more minutes for you if you want". Don't see us coming back."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Los Cuates Restaurant
Based on the average of (28) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic