Taco Rock - Oakton 2930 Chain Bridge Road, Oakton, VA 22124

"Very upbeat atmosphere. Good food and a great value. My wife had a Blackened Salmon taco and a Rockfish taco. I had the aFjita Torta. We also had the puffy chips and salsa. Very unique. All good."

"Fajitas were awful. Although chicken fajitas were served sizzling on the mandatory cast-iron serving pan on a wooden trivet, at first glance, and at the sound of the sizzle, all seemed promising. The positive first impression soon fizzled, noting that the chicken breast was obviously cooked whole, cross-hatched, grill-marked, then sliced and placed on top of a thinly sliced onions and bell peppers on the hot fajita pan. The chicken breast was cobweb-dry and rubbery. I couldn’t eat it. I ate some of the onions and bell peppers, but they were undercooked, and I specifically asked for the vegetables to be charred. The only quality ingredient on the serving pan was a wonderful charred jalapeño pepper that was enjoyable to eat. Corn chips and salsa, which are typically complimentary in small ethnic restaurants in my experience, were okay. The chips looked and tasted like Mission brand tri-color triangle corn chips. The black beans that came with the fajitas were flavorful. I did not care for the rice, which had a floral hint in taste. The flour tortillas, tightly wrapped in foil, were hot but moist, which did not create a good mouthfeel. Corn chips and salsa are not complimentary as is universally the case in small ethnic restaurants in my experience, were ok. The chips looked and tasted like Mission brand tri-color triangle corn chips. Black beans that came with the fajitas were flavorful. I did not care for the rice that had a floral hint in taste. Flour tortillas tightly wrapped in foil were hot but moist, not a good mouth feel. I could not taste tequila in the margarita, but I think that's because they use fizzy ice (tiny air bubbles in the ice). Fizzy ice, also known as aerated ice, melts much faster than solid ice, diluting drinks The bar is rectangular with seating on three sides, seating about 22 people. It has very comfortable, lightweight aluminum bar chairs with backs. Lighting is modulated. The bar is the focal point of the space and ideal for socializing. Five stars for bar design and ambiance. The bar is also the only place for food service. The restaurant area is self-service, with customers ordering at self-service kiosks lined up in the front of the restaurant. I dined at the bar. Taco Rock seems to be a fast food restaurant with a bar, in my estimation."

"Glad to have a new “dive bar” place in Oakton. I visited Taco Rock twice in one day and was pleased with both visits. I found the process of ordering to be quick and intuitive. It helps they have pictures of the food on the tablet menus near the entrance. I would recommend that guests should be able to get their own fountain drink cups after they pay. When I came both times, I had to ask for cups. I appreciate the separate bar and seating area. Overall, impressed with the location and food!"

"Confusing order and food delivery process. Need to order drinks separately at the bar. Can only substitute flour for corn Tortillas in a few random items. Food is fine but not exceptional. Not sure if it's a Sports Bar, Music Bar, or something else. Taco Bomba, Bar Taco or a full service Tex Mex restaurant is a better option"