Mi Vida, District Wharf

Name: Mi Vida, District Wharf
Address: 98 District Square SW, Washington, DC, United States, 20024
Telephone: (202) 516-4656 ext. 9
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1538 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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Chef Roberto Santibañez creates a menu inspired by Mexican street food and traditional home cooking of his country, but in a modern, elevated presentation. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes such as Carne Asada, a variety of Tacos, Seasonal Fish, Ceviches and other Contemporary Mexican creations.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 7, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 86 times today

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(202) 516-4656 ext. 9

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 516-4656 ext. 9
Website
http://mividamexico.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+
Executive chef
Roberto Santibañez
Catering
Contact for details
Private party facilities
We offer various private and semi-private options to 400 guests. We also offer custom menu options for parties of 10 or more. Please contact our Events Director, Kaye Newsome, Kaye@kneadhd.com, for more information.
Private party contact
Kaye Newsome: (844) 487-4608

Location
98 District Square SW Washington, DC 20024
Neighborhood
Southwest Waterfront
Cross street
9th Street and Maine Avenue SW
Parking details
Street and Parking Lot available underground
Public transit
Waterfront and L'Enfant Plaza Metro Stops
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Washington, D.C. Area
Mexican
District of Columbia
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someoneWhoEats
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service3ambience4
While the food wasn't bad, it was sub-par at best - definitely better options around; especially for the price point.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Birmingham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent and our service was as well. We had beautiful views of the water and loved the ambiance. It can add up quick, but was all high quality.
MW
MarandaW
Miami
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service3ambience3
It was decent. Nothing spectacular. I think it would beneficial for them to open the side patio all day. There were tables sitting out there but when we asked for that area, they said it was closed until 4:30… seamed odd but may have been a staffing issue.
M
Margret
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience3
Our waiter was not communicating what meals were like very well and we both ended up getting something we didn’t like and had to ask for things multiple times. Waiter never came back to table until once we were done except for the time we asked someone else to get us water and he was the one who brought it.
d
diplomaticlife
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service above all, the food was very tasty and fresh too. Highly recommended to anyone looking for good Mexican food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Good, fast service
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, fun ambiance, cool area
OT
OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Both the service and food as well as the location on the wharf was terrific. Lively but also loud
CG
CarolineG
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious. Our server was very knowledgeable and attentive.
l
luv2brunc
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So Awesome!!
KB
KayBee
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Stunning aesthetics, excellent service, and fresh food. Everything was perfect.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The experience was great.. Our waiter Raphael was awesome..His suggestions from cocktails & food choices were spot on. The Chamorro was done to perfection & Birria. Thanks for a great experience.
JF
JFil7
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fresh, clean margaritas. No sour mix, just fresh lime juice and simple syrup. The fish tacos and enchiladas were excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Entered with BIG eyes and smiles. Left with full bellies and an amazing experience. Every dish was perfection. We will return for sure.
JC
Juan CarlosD
Cancun
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Buen restaurante mexicano, rica comida, buen servicio
CW
CourtneyW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
We received our food very quickly. The tacos are great and good portions. There was a concert at the anthem while we were eating outside which decreased the ambience, but nonetheless, the outside view of the waterfront was beautiful.
ME
MicheleE
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The service is what gives it 5 stars! The servers in the bar table area were amazing!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Vacation. Looking for a fun dining experience at the Wharf
EP
EstherP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Súper recomendado ! Buena comida y el lugar bonito a la orilla de rio Potomac
SB
SamanthaB
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Enjoyed sitting outside in the shade, for a late lunch. Food was absolutely delicious. La Frozen margarita was amazing and didn't melt instantly hi h was so nice
m
msdillo
Jacksonville
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is the best Mexican restaurant in the metro area. The margaritas were some of the best and the enchiladas suizas are to die for.
m
mbcorb
Washington DC
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service NEVER disappoint at Mi Vida. The servers are very attentive. We stayed longer than we should, but never felt pressured to give up the table- there were plenty of empty tables- it is just tough for a server to have customers that linger. It was a work meeting and we lost track of time, but never would have known it by the kindness of the staff.
AC
AnnC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic margaritas excellent tacos wonderful cheerful prompt service they even gave us a complementary birthday dessert when we mentioned our birthday boy at the table. Great view of the river. very noisy place but we loved it and will come back
FR
FaithRhodes
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My partner has been here before, but this was my first time. Our server, Orlando, was the absolute best and was extremely nice! Next time we go back, we'll be requesting him because he was the best. The music was great background noise and there was always a fun/energetic song playing, and even with a lot of people being there on a Monday evening, it was easy to hear my partner and have a conversation! The food was AMAZING. I got the carne asada, my partner got the enchiladas rancheras and both dishes were amazing. We also got the queso fundido which was such a yummy appetizer. For drinks, they were delicious and great to sip on. I got the piñada and my partner got the ponche de lola which was a great summer drink too. The interior is BEAUTIFUL. Whoever designed the restaurant did a fantastic job! The walls are all decorated with different pieces of art (my favorite is the butterfly wall), the lighting isn't harsh, the booth was comfortable, and it was spacious so it didn't feel like we were on top of each other! This restaurant is perfect for a fun date, birthday parties, grabbing a drink or a quick bite, and the menu is big enough so you can come back and try new things!
K
Kmis
Washington DC
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
We loved this place the first time. It's probably cause the rain on the patio dampened the experience for us this second time but we would still come again.
DJ
DoniceJ
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The taco were amazing and so was the service!!! I will be going back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
good food, good service and great ambiance. will definitely return
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Last minute reservation, great location, great food
DC
DaveCoop
St. Louis
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food at Mi Vada is exceptional. The service was excellent. The noise level is a bit high, making it hard to talk sometimes. And the prices are a little high, even for upscale Mexican food, but not unexpected for downtown D.C.
JW
JasonW
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service. Fried plantains were amazing
NK
NancyK
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Alfredo was going excellent! Great server at the restaurant.
MG
MelGG
Charlotte
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience3
Server and food were fantastic, however we made a reservation and called ahead to request outdoor seating. We were informed it wasn’t guaranteed but they would try to accommodate us. Upon arrival we were informed there was no outdoor seating, despite walking past a number of open outdoor tables that were then seated less than 10 minutes after we arrived… despite having asked to sit outside because we were with a baby we were escorted upstairs to a table next to the bar (which was incredibly noisy) and sat next to another table with a baby, and watched 2 other parties with strollers be sat in the same section as we ate. It seems that our request was ignored so that we could be relegated to the “baby section” of the restaurant. Again, our server was fantastic this time, but this is the second time we have experienced less than ideal customer service from someone at the restaurant. They are clearly used to a lot of one time clientele from the nearby hotels and having worked in the industry I understand you cannot accommodate every request, but we have felt less than prioritized the last two times we dined there for various reasons.
DC
DCFoodie
Washington DC
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
Sunday brunch on the outdoor deck at Mi Vida can't be beat! My only complaint is that the server seemed distracted. We wanted tap water with lemon, simple enough. The server brought the sliced lemon. Wonderful! When I asked if he'd please bring the water, he seemed completely mystified.
A
Amanda
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved this place! I always order deviled eggs if they are on a menu and these are in the top 3 deviled eggs I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Excellent!
TM
TMac
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious! From the appetizer (fresh guacamole and chips) to the entree (ribeye) to dessert (churros with chocolate sauce), I enjoyed every bite!!! The décor, ambiance and service was on point. Sara was exceptional and provided great customer service. I’m putting Mi Vida at the top of my list. Loved it!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Boise
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was amazing.
LJ
LisaJ
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Only real downside is the best seating is up A LOT of stairs. It's definitely not quiet, but the food is WELL worth it. Particularly the queso fundido!
s
samanthac
Washington DC
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Sat outside which was nice but food was average and so was service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to Mi Vida Memorial Day weekend. This was my 3rd time there. We had reservations for 8pm but where seated as soon as we arrived (7:45am). Even though the place was crowded the service was impeccable. Sara our server was so courteous and made some great suggestions. We had the guac, queso fundido, quesabirria and steak and chicken tacos. Everything was delicious. Awesome time!
GM
GMcLean
Washington DC
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mi Vida continues to impress. Great service, colorful waterside ambience, and delicious food. We tried the duck appetizer and it was fabulous -- although spicy! Margaritas made the whole experience fun.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Contact tracing information collected

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You can order delivery directly from Mi Vida, District Wharf using the Order Online button. Mi Vida, District Wharf also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Mi Vida, District Wharf also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 516-4656 ext. 9.

Mi Vida, District Wharf is rated 4.6 stars by 1538 OpenTable diners.

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