El Chucho
✨ Vibe
A vibrant and eclectic neighborhood gem that blends a circus-meets-Mexican-punk aesthetic with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and a year-round heated rooftop deck.🍸 Best For
Late-night bites, rooftop cocktails, affordable Happy Hour, casual group dinners, and Mezcal enthusiasts.🔥 Highlights
- Acclaimed Street Food: Recently featured in the Resy Guide to Mexican Restaurants in D.C., the menu shines with signature items like charred elote with brown-butter aioli and the fan-favorite crispy duck tacos.
- Inventive Drink Program: Enjoy a robust selection of on-tap margaritas, creative frozen cocktails like the strawberry habanero, and an extensive list of premium tequilas and mezcals.
- Versatile Dining Spaces: Choose between the lively, high-energy bar downstairs or the more peaceful, enclosed heated rooftop patio for a relaxing night out.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- The venue offers a popular daily Happy Hour featuring discounted taco deals and well-crafted drinks, perfect for a budget-friendly evening.
- Weekend brunch is a neighborhood staple, served every Saturday and Sunday starting at 11:00 AM.
🔄 Weekly Events
Brunch del Chucho 🍳
Traditional brunch served every weekend. Menu includes Mexican breakfast specialties.
Happy Hour
Great deals on Margaritas and Tacos all night long.
📰 In the News
The Resy Guide to Mexican Restaurants in D.C. For Every Occasion — Resy | Right This Way
El Chucho in Park View is a casual Mexican spot known for its eclectic décor, strong drinks, and warm atmosphere. The menu features both classic and creative dishes, most notably their signature calabacitas tacos made with fried pumpkin and roasted corn salsa.
El Chucho Cocina Superior - Review - Columbia Heights - Washington DC
El Chucho Cocina Superior in Columbia Heights offers affordable Mexican fare including oversized tortas, elote, and well-seasoned tacos available at a discounted happy hour price. The casual, often-cramped space features an upstairs covered patio and an extensive list of tequilas, mezcals, and inventive cocktails like frozen strawberry habanero margaritas. It is a prime destination for cheap eats, solo dining, or small group dinners in a lively atmosphere.
The Absolute Best Mexican Restaurants in DC
El Chucho Cocina Superior is a Columbia Heights mainstay recognized for its extensive menu of tacos, enchiladas, and burritos. The restaurant is particularly celebrated for its signature elote, featuring charred corn slathered in brown-butter aioli and cotija cheese, which guests can enjoy on the venue's popular rooftop.
10 Things to Expect at El Chucho, a New Columbia Heights Taqueria From Jackie Greenbaum (Pictures and Menu)
El Chucho is a Columbia Heights taqueria offering Mexican street food-inspired dishes, including unique tacos, tortas, and "Sonoran Dogs." The venue features a circus-meets-Mexican-punk aesthetic, a rooftop deck, and an extensive drink program highlighting on-tap margaritas and a wide selection of tequila.
Eating Around Town – El Chucho
El Chucho in Columbia Heights offers a unique, non-traditional take on Mexican street food featuring house-made frozen margaritas and a lively, boisterous atmosphere. The venue is known for its popular happy hour deals and signature dishes like grilled elote and various creative taco interpretations.
Recent Reviews from Google
Great HH taco deals and well made drinks. Cheese bites were sooooooo good. Dessert mousse was so good I didn’t take pics! And there ate plentiful lactose free options too :)
Was our 1st time stopping by . Was looking for nice cozy place to go to on a chilly night after a long day at work. The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing The employees were friendly and...
Great option for late dinner in DC. The food is super tasty and they prepared it really fast. The staff is very friendly and there is a late happy hour which makes it a perfect spot to eat well and...
Went here with a large group which we were able to get seating and our food very quickly with no issues. Their lengua taco was phenomenal and I would recommend this place to anyone. Mixed drinks and...
Let me start off with the good. The food is incredible. Everything we had was excellent. Let me also just get the bat out of the way. The restaurant at a 1.95% surcharge on all checks, however, the...
