Cinco Soles

Name: Cinco Soles
Address: 3418 11th St NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20010-2006
Telephone: (202) 975-1694
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

27 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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Mexican Restaurant In Washington, DC
Welcome to Cinco Soles, the premier authentic Mexican restaurant in Washington, DC. Enjoy exquisite dishes crafted with care and experience, utilizing only the finest ingredients to provide an unforgettable dining experience. We have an array of specialty items, including Mexican food, high-end Mexican cuisine, and specialty drink specials that you won't find at the typical cheap Mexican or Tex-Mex restaurants. Experience why Cinco Soles has quickly become the go-to destination for locals and visitors alike in search of true, unique Mexican flavors.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 975-1694
Website
http://www.5soleswashingtondc.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
3418 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010-2006
Neighborhood
Columbia Heights / Brightwood
Parking details
None

Guacamole$12.00
Avocado, onion, lime, ciantro. Served with choice of crispy chicharrón or tortilla chips
Chips and Salsa$9.00
Grilled vegetable salsa with Teo colored tortilla chips
Yuca on Chicharrón$12.00
Boiled yuca root with lemon juice and cabbage, topped with crisppy fried pork chicharrón, tomato hot sauce
Tacos Placeros$13.00
nopal, onion, tomato, pickled jalepeño, queso fresco. Served with warm corn tortillas
Arroz Norteno$12.00
Creamy rice, roasted poblano pepper, corn, manchego
Esquites$10.00
Grilled on the cob Mexican street corn slathered w/ cheesy mayonnaise, radish, and fresh cheese
Tortilla Soup$12.00
Tortilla strips, chicken, cilantro, avocado, panela cheese, chile ancho
Ceviche Negro$15.00
octopus, cucumber, serrano, sweet potatopuré, squid ink, onion. Served with plantain chips
Tostada de Pescado$14.00
mahi mahi, ponzu, lime aioli, serrano, orange. Topped with fresh greens
Tuna Tiradito$14.00
orange, passionfruit, crunchy chickpea, ginger, cucumber, served with tortilla chips

Ensaladas

Add Ons: Steak $8 | Chicken $5 | Shrimp $7

BBQ Chicken Salad$13.00
Romaine, chicken, egg, tomato, corn, black beans, tortilla strips, panela cheese, Mexican Ranch
Brussel Sprouts$13.00
sweet peppers, capers, scallion, dijon vinaigrette
Charred Kale$13.00
butternut squash, pepitas, dijon vinaigrette
Beet Salad$13.00
heirloom tomato, golden and red beets, cottage cheese, peanut vinaigrette
Mixed Green Salad$13.00
Cucumber, egg, bacon, mango, manchego cheese, roasted cherry tomatoes, balsamic

Tacos

Order of 2 | Mix & match 3 for $16 | Served on corn tortillas, topped with onion and cilantro

Pollo$10.00
Grilled chicken, crema mexicana, queso fresco
Gordita$14.00
Corn cake, guacamole, manchego, stuffed w/ choice of carne asada or al pastor
Huaraches$14.00
Oblong shaped corn masa, protein option: tinga, carne asada, chicken, or al pastor
Chicken Quesadilla$14.00
Chicken, goat cheese, corn, carmelized onion
Carne Asada$12.00
marinated skirt steak, salsa roja
Al Pastor$12.00
trompo slow roasted pork loin, piña, salsa verde
Pescado$13.00
breaded mahi mahi, pickled cabbage, jalepeño tarter sauce, flour tortilla
Brussel Sprouts$12.00
salsa verde, queso fresco, toasted almonds, salsa verde

Entrees

Cinco Soles Enchiladas$23.00
One skirt steak enchilada, one chicken, corn salad, Mexican rice, Mexican flight: guacamole, pico de gallo, crema
Pollo con Mole Poblano$23.00
Chicken leg, mole poblano, crema fresca, queso fresco, plantain, creamy cotija rice, refried beans
Chicken Tinga Tacos$18.00
Lettuce, pico de gallo, crema fresca, mexican rice, refried beans
Mole Enchiladas$17.00
Melted Mexican cheese, mole poblano, crema fresca, cotija cheese, refried beans
Mahi Adobado$22.00
Seared mahi-mahi, guajillo arbol mole, nopal, potato salad
Nueva York Strip$35.00
10 oz NY strip steak, chimichurri, yuca fries, chipoltle aioli
Cochinita Pibil$21.00
Roasted pork marinated in citrus achiote, homemade corn tortilla, pickled red onion, salsa verde, black beans
Tikin Xic$24.00
Grilled halibut marinated in citrus achiote, pickled onion, white veggie rice, green sauce
Arroz a la Tumbada$24.00
Seafood rice, shrimp, octopus, mahi, epazote leaves, green scallions
Tacos Gobernador$21.00
Fried shrimp, veggies, pico de gallo, flour tortilla, avocado, creamy chipoltle
Baked Baby Back Ribs$18.00
Fried rice, red bell pepper, green pepper, corn, bbq sauce, soy sauce, scallion and sesame seeds

Kids Menu

Chicken Tenders$10.00
Mac N Cheese$9.00

Postres

Churros$14.00
Sugar-coated fried dough, served with chocolate ganache
Croquetas de Arroz$14.00
Rice pudding croquettes, fried graham coating, mezcal butterscotch
Ice Cream$12.00
Raspberry sorbet, Mango Sorbet, Vanilla ice cream
Tres Leches$12.00
Light sponge cake made of whole milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, topped with whipped cream
Bread Pudding with Ice Cream$13.00

Cocktails

$14

Soles Margarita
Mezcal, passionfruit, lime
La Campana
Spicy tequila, tamarind, lime
La Guayaba
Mezcal, guava, lime
La Dama
Gin, hibiscus, lemon, ginger
El Burro Mestizo
Vodka, mezcal, hibiscus, ginger beer, lime
Para Todo Mal
Mezcal, campari, sweet vermouth
Naked in Tulum
Aperol, mezcal, passionfruit, lime
Chilango Mango
Rum, mango, mint, lime
Pineapple Express
Rum, pineapple, coconut
Oaxaca Old Fashioned
Mezcal, sugar, bitters
Espresso Martini
Vodka, esspresso, piloncillo
Pineapple Express
Rum, pineapple, coconut
Oaxaca Old Fashioned
Mezcal, sugar, bitter
Mezcalito
Mezcal, lime, tamarindo orange
Cantido de Jalisco
Tequila, orange, lime, salt, grapefruit juice

Vino

Tinto

Finca La Carrodilla "Canto de Luna" Valle de Guadalupe, MX '21$65.00
81% Syrah, 25% Cab Sauv, 14% Tempranillo
Monte Xanic Cabernet Sauvignon, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '20$15.00
Monte Xanic Calixa, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '20$60.00
100% Syrah
Aresti Pinot Noir, Charico Valley, Chile '20$14.00

Blanco

Monte Xanic Chenin Blanc, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '21$13.00
Monte Xanic Sauvignon Blanc$13.00
10 oz NY strip steak, chimichurri, yuca fries, chipoltle aioli
Monte Xanic Chardonnay, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '20$14.00

Rosado

Monte Xanic Rosé, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '21$14.00

Sangria

Red Sangria$10.00
Red wine, mezcal, orange

Cervezas

Pacifico$7.00
Dos Equis, Lager, Amber$7.00
Modelo, Negra, Especial$7.00
Victoria$7.00
Bohemia$7.00
Monopolio, Clara, Oscura, IPA$8.00

Tequila

Blanco

Casamigos$14.00
Patrón$16.00
Terramana$14.00
Don Julio$16.00
Gila$25.00
Herradura$16.00
Campo Bravo$14.00
El Jimador$14.00

Reposado

Casamigos$16.00
Espolón$16.00
Don Julio$18.00
Gila$25.00

Añejo

Patrón$20.00
Herradura$20.00
Don Julio$22.00
Gila$25.00

Mezcal

Rompe Corazon Joven$14.00
Montelobos Ensamble$20.00
Vago Elote$18.00
Rompe Corazon Reposado$16.00
Don Julio Anejo Claro 70th Anniv.$28.00
Herradura$18.00
Bahnez$14.00
400 Conejos Joven$14.00
400 Conejos Espadin Cuishe$18.00
400 Conejos Espadin Tobala$18.00
Bozal Sacatoro$24.00
Bozal Tobasiche$24.00
Bozal Guias de Calabaza$24.00
Del Maguey Minero$22.00
Del Maguey Las Milpas$22.00
Vago Espadin$16.00
Vago Ensemble$18.00

Non-Alcoholic

Sodas$5.00
Coke, diet coke, topo chico mineral water
Jarritos$5.00
Ask your server about our current flavors
Agua Fresca$6.00
Ask your server about our flavor of the day

What 27 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

27 Reviews

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FoodWineGoodTimes
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks were great and the food was fantastic. The Al Pastor tacos were amazing. The corn was the most delicious I've had in DC. The Enchiladas were amazing (and the side of steak makes me want to eat there for every meal the rest of my life). All in all we had an amazing night and could not have been happier with the food.
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Gene
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We are not Tom Sietsma, but believe we had really creative, tasty and good looking food in a pretty space with attentive friendly staff. A great experience and a great find.
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JGS666
Washington DC
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. The cochinita pibil was just like I remembered back in the Yucatán.
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Musethalia
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We visited for the first time when they first opened and the service was chaotic and confused. Decided to try it again months later, but still had the same issues: cocktails didn't come until we were almost done with our meal (and we had only ordered house margaritas), the server didn't know the menu and couldn't answer any questions about it, and no one seemed to know what was going on. The food was nice enough, but not worth the hassle. There are a lot of excellent Mexican restaurants in the neighborhood that we'll go to instead.
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Amanda
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I want to keep supporting this local place. They have great cocktails. The manager is a bit unaware of all the workings of the restaurant and twice has not been familiar with the menu.
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CitizenGenet
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very poor and highly overrated restaurant. The bartender can’t make a cocktail to save their life. Water-downed and bad tasting. Servers don’t know the menu and are unattentive. And the food is plain. It’s the strangest, unfriendly, un-Mexican restaurant you’ve ever been too and way overpriced for what it offers. Go to El Chucho down the street.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic. Highly recommend the tacos and the guacamole with chicharron.
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HappyHostess
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
This was our third time at Cinco Sole. The food has been consistently excellent. The service is spotty - the waitstaff is attentive but the food is brought out at i
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Gustavo
Washington DC
77 reviews
vip
4.0
77 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Good food although small portions and the price isn't cheap. My entree came out faster than my appetizer and when I pointed it out to the waitress she said oh it is coming out in a few mins as if this wasn't her concern. Very lay back Latin service I guess. LOL!
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Ivan
Washington DC
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The food is overpriced and bad. The restaurant has a identity crisis, it doesn’t know what it is and the overpriced food won’t help them be around long enough to find out. Don’t ever order the fries or the fish tacos, you’ll regret it for days.
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RichardQ
Washington DC
18 reviews
vip
2.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Had new server and she struggled during whole experience coordinating our food to come out in order and at same time . They weren't able to get the bill split between 6 people correctly; literally exact amount divided by 6. My card was charged for 5 people! We were told manager left for the evening so no one seemed to be in charge. This was my 2nd visit and service was worse, not better. Gave them 2 times to get it right. Shame since food is good. Won't be going back.
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JulieG
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely patio and delicious tacos! Service was very attentive and friendly. We'll be back soon.
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ClaireM
El Paso
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good cocktails and decent food but way too expensive and loud
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The acoustics aren’t the best and everyone was in a shouting match at their table. I could barely hear the waitress. It’s just acoustics. The music wasn’t bad but maybe the choice and volume was too much for the acoustics. Food was good, drinks too. However, it felt a bit overpriced. But whatever everywhere is expensive nowadays. Looking forward to their outdoors space.
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FrancoT
London
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really well executed updated classics. Nothing too off the wall but really great flavors. Recommended
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nnpptt
New York Area
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The fish taco was overly battered and tasted like fish and chips (not in a good way). The carne asada taco was overcooked and lacked brightness. The pastor taco was bland. The langosta emborachada didn't know what it was trying to be. Staff was super nice. Guacamole was fine. Cocktails were delicious. Overall, though - we were really disappointed.
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Bstro
Washington DC
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Back patio is lovely. Service was great. Food was delicious, though portions could be a little bigger.
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JessicaK
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was phenomenal. We got our wonderful food very quickly. The portions are small, but the food is superb. I’m usually not a big mole person, but this was the best I’ve ever had. Deserts were also amazing. Highly recommend.
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VanessaJ
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun new restaurant! Food was inventive and delicious! We were happy to find this place and would consider going back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food, service and ambiance was great but the drinks were TINY AND WEAK and $14 each!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Unspecified
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Small portions. Not many menu options but a very nice staff
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James
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience - would definitely recommend.
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AmberG
Washington DC
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, excellent cocktails. Love the focus on traditional Mexican cuisine and flavors
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TwoFoodiesinDC
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow. Fantastic from drinks to dessert. Highly recommend!
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KatherineF
Charleston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great local spot with interesting food options. Don't skip the appetizers with some tasty ceviche!
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SKFinDC
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the food, especially the chicken mole, guacamole and chicharon, and the tacos. Also, the fried rice pudding balls were amazing, as were the drinks. Can't say enough about the great service. We will be back for sure.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service. Great new addition to the neighborhood. Would definitely recommend trying!
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FAQs

Cinco Soles is rated 4.3 stars by 27 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

3418 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010-2006

Additional information

Neighborhood
Columbia Heights / Brightwood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa

Website
http://www.5soleswashingtondc.com/
Phone number
(202) 975-1694

Cinco Soles

Make a reservation

Additional information

Appetizers & Ceviches

Guacamole$12.00

Chips and Salsa$9.00

Yuca on Chicharrón$12.00

Tacos Placeros$13.00

Arroz Norteno$12.00

Esquites$10.00

Tortilla Soup$12.00

Ceviche Negro$15.00

Tostada de Pescado$14.00

Tuna Tiradito$14.00

Ensaladas

BBQ Chicken Salad$13.00

Brussel Sprouts$13.00

Charred Kale$13.00

Beet Salad$13.00

Mixed Green Salad$13.00

Tacos

Pollo$10.00

Gordita$14.00

Huaraches$14.00

Chicken Quesadilla$14.00

Carne Asada$12.00

Al Pastor$12.00

Pescado$13.00

Brussel Sprouts$12.00

Entrees

Cinco Soles Enchiladas$23.00

Pollo con Mole Poblano$23.00

Chicken Tinga Tacos$18.00

Mole Enchiladas$17.00

Mahi Adobado$22.00

Nueva York Strip$35.00

Cochinita Pibil$21.00

Tikin Xic$24.00

Arroz a la Tumbada$24.00

Tacos Gobernador$21.00

Baked Baby Back Ribs$18.00

Kids Menu

Chicken Tenders$10.00

Mac N Cheese$9.00

Postres

Churros$14.00

Croquetas de Arroz$14.00

Ice Cream$12.00

Tres Leches$12.00

Bread Pudding with Ice Cream$13.00

Cocktails

Soles Margarita

La Campana

La Guayaba

La Dama

El Burro Mestizo

Para Todo Mal

Naked in Tulum

Chilango Mango

Pineapple Express

Oaxaca Old Fashioned

Espresso Martini

Pineapple Express

Oaxaca Old Fashioned

Mezcalito

Cantido de Jalisco

Vino

Tinto

Finca La Carrodilla "Canto de Luna" Valle de Guadalupe, MX '21$65.00

Monte Xanic Cabernet Sauvignon, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '20$15.00

Monte Xanic Calixa, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '20$60.00

Aresti Pinot Noir, Charico Valley, Chile '20$14.00

Blanco

Monte Xanic Chenin Blanc, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '21$13.00

Monte Xanic Sauvignon Blanc$13.00

Monte Xanic Chardonnay, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '20$14.00

Rosado

Monte Xanic Rosé, Valle de Guadalupe, MX '21$14.00

Sangria

Red Sangria$10.00