El Rey

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4201 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22203

El Rey is a vibrant taqueria and margarita bar located at the Ballston Exchange in Arlington, VA, brought to life by the creative team behind the popular El Rey on U Street in Washington, D.C. The establishment features a festive atmosphere, signature margaritas, delicious tacos, and exclusive treats unique to the Ballston location.

With a design that pays homage to the shipping container theme of its predecessor, El Rey showcases murals by local artist Mike Pacheco, creating a modern street art vibe. The main bar offers 12 beers on draft, including selections from local craft breweries, while the Lucha Libre Room is ideal for semi-private events and happy hour gatherings.

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Steve H.
9/25/2025

Ok so boom picture this: it's any given day of the week. You and your girlfriend/partner/whoever need something to eat... omand probably drink. You know you can't suggest anywhere other than El...

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Jens J.
10/2/2025

This review is based on attending a Magic Mic event at El Rey in September. We came to see our neighbor and several others perform some very good magic tricks. Magic Mic puts on shows on a...

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Adithi M.
10/20/2025

We went to El Rey for a happy hour/dinner and ordered the chips and guac and I got the taco salad. I really liked how quickly the food came out! The food was tasty and I enjoyed everything I ate....

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Sharon H.
6/27/2025

Came here for happy hour after work and the food was pretty good to be honest. They had vegan tacos, which was some sort of lentil type deal and they had chicken tacos which were well seasoned....

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Riley G.
4/10/2025

I stopped by on Friday after work, and it was pretty packed inside. Luckily, there's plenty of outdoor seating with picnic tables, which made it easy to grab a spot. You place your order through...

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