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El Rey

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El Rey's structure made out of shipping containers is sure to catch your eye and offers a unique ambiance to enjoy Mexican fare. The retractable roof and back patio seating offer an excellent environment both for a date as well as evening out with friends. If you like tacos, try the Al Pastor or De Chicharron. Great drinks offered here are Margarita and Short Mexican Stiffy and sample the Ensenada if you are in an adventurous mood. Extensive list of beers are also available like Quilmes and El Presidente. Live music performa... read more

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919 U St NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.21,380 reviews
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Néstor Rey 
9 years ago
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Anastasiia .... 
9 years ago

Order tacos al pastor, my favorite!! 

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Kristen Green Duncan 
9 years ago
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Andrew Trull 
9 years ago

Margaritas are a standard, but they actually have really good sangria, too. 

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Lillian Cardona 
9 years ago
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adam shane 
9 years ago

de Pescado was amazing!! Had to get a second. Chipotle aioli and salsa verde.... Yummmm. Not to mention the great conversation about tequila with the bartender. 

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Jessica Placencia 
10 years ago

Tacos!!! Yes. Also good late night when everywhere else on U is too packed. Came here with huge group 

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Morgan Thomas 
10 years ago

The tacos al Pastor aren't bad. The staff isn't nice. This place looks better than it really is. Come here (already) drunk. There are better bars around this area, so don't go out ur way for this. 

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Katya Ananieva 
10 years ago

Love the tacos and those margaritas are trouble! Oh and the staff ... The best! 

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How is El Rey rated?

El Rey has a 4.2 star rating with 1,380 reviews. 

When is El Rey open?

El Rey is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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