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Guapo's Cocina & Bar

4.4
(4,148 reviews)

Business Details

9811 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD
20878, United States
(301) 977-5655
https://guaposrestaurant.com/guaposgaithersburg

About

Mexican Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

Guapo's Cocina & Bar
9811 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD
20878, United States

Hours

Monday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Menu

1 menu · 130 items

Explore offerings from Guapo's Cocina & Bar on 9811 Washingtonian Blvd in Gaithersburg, with popular combos familiares/family combos🥇, appetizers, ceviches de la casa, and salads available at this location.

Full Menu

130 items

Reviews

4.4
4,148 reviews
5 stars
2,728
4 stars
799
3 stars
255
2 stars
138
1 star
228
  • NT
    Nick Tomasello
    3 days ago
    5.0
    If you're in the area and you want fairly authentic mexican food. This is definitely a place to go. Had a mixed fajita. Steak and chicken. The food was at my table so quickly. I didn't even have time to eat a quarter of the complementary chips and salsa. Quality was top notch. My waiter, it was very good, came and checked and refilled my drinks without even asking.
  • MJ
    mimi ji
    5 days ago
    3.0
    It might have been a busy Saturday evening. The steak was overcooked, the shrimp wasn’t fresh, and the rice was way too salty. Service was good though.
  • GS
    Giovanni Salamanca
    Jun 19, 2026
    1.0
    Increíble la falta de respeto de Guapo’s hacia sus clientes. Nos tuvieron esperando más de dos horas, dándonos largas y haciéndonos creer que la mesa estaba por salir, para al final dejarnos sin atención y sin una solución. Lo que más molesta no es la espera, sino la absoluta falta de consideración por el tiempo de las personas. El tiempo de los clientes vale, y parece que en este restaurante eso no importa. Si no tienen capacidad para atender a la gente, sean honestos desde el principio en lugar de hacer perder horas a las familias y grupos que confían en ustedes. Una mala experiencia puede pasar en cualquier negocio, pero una falta de respeto tan evidente es difícil de justificar. Después de hoy, me queda claro que el servicio al cliente no es una prioridad para este restaurante. Definitivamente una de las experiencias más frustrantes y decepcionantes que he tenido en mucho tiempo. “Dos horas de espera para nada. Nuestro tiempo merece más respeto.”
  • EV
    El árbol De la vida
    Jun 13, 2026
    5.0
    My experience in this location always excellent and food is so delicious i had tried taquitos sonora and mini empanadas as an appetizer so delicious and for the main meal carne asada, combination fajita steak and chicken, tacos al pastor, chimichanga seafood and grill chicken chimichanga they all taste good 👍 and for dessert you can't go wrong with Trilogia Dessert up to 2 people can eat from the same plate and if you don't like alcohol ask for a virgin piña colada. Thank you for your excellent services.
  • GV
    Gerald Vargas
    May 27, 2026
    4.0
    When looking for a dining spot in Gaithersburg's bustling Rio lakefront development, the options can be overwhelming. On this visit, we decided to try Guapos. Positioned perfectly within the lively Rio shopping and entertainment district, the restaurant boasts an enviable location. It’s highly accessible, surrounded by great energy, and serves as an ideal anchor for a night out, whether you are planning to catch a movie afterward or just want to enjoy a stroll along the water. Step inside, and the first thing that strikes you is the ambiance. Guapos has done an exceptional job creating an inviting, visually appealing environment. The interior design strikes a great balance between modern comfort and vibrant, traditional Mexican aesthetic touches. The lighting, decor, and layout combine to create a warm, energetic atmosphere that makes you want to settle in, order a round of drinks, and unwind. It is a space that handles both casual family dinners and lively weekend gatherings with ease. Unfortunately, while the physical space and geographic footprint of the restaurant hit a home run, the front-of-house execution during our visit struggled to keep pace. To be completely clear, the four out of five-star rating is entirely due to the service flaws, as both the food and the ambiance easily earned a perfect five. The initial impression sets the tone for any dining experience, and this is where Guapos missed a crucial step. Upon walking through the doors, there was a noticeable lack of a greeting. No host or team member acknowledged our arrival for a bit, creating a somewhat cold and unwelcoming start to the evening. This initial friction carried over into the dining room. It took a significant amount of time just to have a server greet the table and take our initial order. However, once the culinary side of the experience took over, the kitchen truly shined. We started with the guacamole, which was exceptionally flavorful and fresh. For my main course, I ordered the chicken tortilla soup, and it was absolutely outstanding—rich, beautifully seasoned, and comforting. The beverage program showed a similar contrast between recipe execution and service recovery. We ordered a round of margaritas, and I specifically requested a skinny margarita. When it arrived, it was still incredibly sweet, which defeats the purpose of ordering a skinny version; the bartender had heavily added agave nectar to the mix. To the staff's credit, when I pointed this out, they were incredibly kind, took the drink back without hesitation, and replaced it with a properly balanced version. Ultimately, Guapos secures a solid four-star rating because the core fundamentals—the excellent lakefront location, the fantastic food, and the beautiful interior atmosphere—are undeniably strong. The sluggishness did persist into the kitchen execution, making the gap between ordering and the food arriving longer than expected, but the quality of the chicken tortilla soup and guacamole made up for the delay. The food and vibe are already stellar; the service just needs to improve a little bit to make this a flawless five-star spot.

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