La Sandia

4.2

906 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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Chef Richard Sandoval, internationally recognized as the Father of Modern Mexican Cuisine, elevates Mexican cooking to new heights at La Sandia. Inspired by his culinary mantra of ‘old ways, new hands,’ Chef Sandoval reinterprets traditional dishes with contemporary techniques and skillful presentation. Guests will rediscover classics, such as taqueria-style tacos made with soft, corn tortillas and flavorful fillings such as chicken tinga and adobo marinated pork. Sophisticated dishes such as the Carne Asada and Salmon Adobado will expand visitors’ perception of Mexican cuisine. With over 250 varieties, La Sandia’s Tequila Bar showcases the diversity of agave-based spirits. House infused Tequilas and Tequila flights are different ways to explore the collection. A menu of handcrafted, Latin cocktails includes Tropical Fruit Margaritas, Mojitos and Sangria. Guests will also enjoy La Sandia’s menu of Mexican beers and list of Latin wines.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 893-2222
Website
http://www.eatlasandia.com/tysons-corner/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive chef
Chef Richard Sandoval
Catering
Si, we cater! For more information, contact us at dcevents@richardsandoval.com
Private party facilities
Chef Richard Sandoval, internationally recognized as the Father of Modern Mexican Cuisine, elevates Mexican cooking to new heights at La Sandia. Inspired by his culinary mantra of ‘old ways, new hands,’ Chef Sandoval reinterprets traditional dishes with innovative techniques and presentation.
Private party contact
DC Events Team: (877) 509-7635

Location
7852L Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA 22102
Neighborhood
Tysons Corner / McLean
Parking details
Parking garages located on both entrances to mall
Public transit
Tyson's Corner Metro; Silver Line
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Mexican Chicken Wings** ***$12.00
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Mexican Huarache$10.00
fried corn masa dough + queso fresco + sour cream + green tomatillo salsa + cilantro
Cantina Nachos$12.00
cheese sauce + crema + beans + pico de gallo + jalapeño
Pozole Soup$10.00
pulled roasted pork + onion + cilantro + avocado + dried chili broth
Mexican Chopped Salad$12.00
romaine lettuce + bacon + roasted corn + tomato + egg + panela cheese + black beans + chickpeas + green onion + avocado dressing
BBQ Chicken Salad$15.00
tomato + corn + black beans + panela cheese + romaine + crispy tortilla + cilantro ranch dressing
Quesadillas**$12.00
melted mexican cheese + pico de gallo + guacamole + chipotle mayo
Flautas$10.00
black beans, salsa verde, crema fresca, pickled jalapeño, lettuce, pickled onion, queso

Tacos

three soft corn or flour tortillas, mexican rice and beans; substitute lettuce wraps +$3

Chicken Tinga$17.00
lettuce + pico de gallo + crema fresca
Hanger Steak*$19.00
crispy cheese + onion + cilantro + chile de árbol salsa
Veggie$16.00
sautéed mushroom + onion + squash + yellow corn + poblano + crispy cheese
Veggie**$18.00
chipotle slaw + salsa verde + pineapple pico de gallo

Chef's Specials

served with rice and refried beans (Dairy)

Carne Asada*$29.00
hanger steak + poblano rajas + refried beans + cheese enchilada + charred tomato salsa
Pork Carnitas$23.00
guacamole + charro beans + corn tortillas + pickled pepper + mexican salsas
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Adobo Seared Salmon$28.00
grilled corn esquites + chipotle mayo + cotija + pickled chili
Volcano Molcajete*$35.00
marinated shrimp + hanger steak + grilled chicken + pork chorizo + grilled onion + grilled tomato + queso fresco + grilled serrano + tomatillo sauce
Hamburguesa**$18.00
7oz prime beef + lettuce + tomato + cheese + chipotle mayo + chimichurri + pretzel bun; served with fries

Fajitas, Enchiladas Y Burritos

served with rice and refried beans (Dairy)

La Sandia Signature Fajitas**$26.00
bell pepper + onion + guacamole + chimichurri sauce + crema fresca + pico de gallo + flour tortillas
- Choice of Chicken or Steak*$26.00
- Shrimp* (Shellfish)$28.00
Chicken Enchiladas$17.00
tomatillo sauce + crema + pickled red onion
Cheese Enchiladas$16.00
melted mexican cheese + bell pepper sauce + tomatillo sauce + crema fresca + cotija
Birria Enchiladas$20.00
achiote beef barbacoa + crispy cheese + avocado + pickled escabeche + radish
La Sandia Burrito**$18.00
refried beans + rice + lettuce + cheese + crema fresca + salsa; choice of chicken tinga, beef steak or pork carnitas

Sides

Rice & Beans$6.00
Sweet Plantain$6.00
crema
Charro Bean Stew$6.00
pork chorizo + queso fresco
Street Corn$6.00
citrus charred mayo + cheese + tajín

Dessert

add a la mode to any dessert +$3

Housemade Churros**$9.00
cinnamon + sugar + cajeta + chocolate sauce
Passion Fruit Flan$9.00
berry salsa + caramel sauce
Ice Cream (Dairy) or Sorbet (Vegan)$6.00
two scoops

What 906 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Washington, D.C. Area
Neighborhood gem
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Neighborhood gem

906 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food1service3ambience1
Food and drinks were not good. Very pricey for a burrito that isn’t as good as chipotle.
La SandiaResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. At La Sandia, we are passionate about delivering an authentic Mexican culinary experience. Our dedicated team takes pride in preparing dishes that truly capture the essence of Mexican cuisine. We strive to offer a valuable and high-quality experience to our guests. We value your feedback and understand that everyone has unique expectations. Thank you for sharing your perspective with us and we hope to win you back for another try!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food was just ok. Large portions. Wish there was a la carts items on menu. Some of us try to limit rice and beans
La SandiaResponded on November 17, 2023
Thank you for joining us at La Sandia and thank you for taking the time to provide us with your review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our large portions. We appreciate your feedback to have more a la carte items on the menu. Suggestions like yours are extremely helpful as we work to improve our offerings. We hope that you'll give La Sandia another try when the opportunity arises!
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TerryH
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food is always excellent. The Mojito is the best!
La SandiaResponded on November 28, 2023
You made our day...Thank you for your 5 star review! We're so glad to see that La Sandia is a favorite of yours. We take pride in providing you with an experience that you'll remember - from the food, to the service, and of course the Mojitos. Thanks for sharing!
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XYZ123
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
It wasn't good at all. Service was below average. The server wouldn't even come back to see if we needed anything. I had to get up and get them back for chips/salsa. Food was full of salt. COuldn't eat Fajita and had to ask for a replacement which of course, came late when everyone else was done.
La SandiaResponded on October 11, 2023
Thank you for leaving us a review of your experience at La Sandia. We strive to offer top quality service and cuisine so it's disappointing to hear that this was unfortunately not the case while you were dining with us. On behalf of the team, we would like to apologize for any subpar service you received, as well as for the delay in replacing your Fajita dish. We take guest feedback very seriously and are actively addressing these issues with our culinary team. We hope the chance arises where we can provide a better experience for you in the future.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place. The food is great. The sauces are fire. They master different level of heat. And the service….spectacular!!!
La SandiaResponded on September 17, 2023
Yes! Thank you for your kind words about La Sandia. We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed your seasoned spicy Mexican dishes and heat level of our sauces, as well as the spectacular service given by our staff. We work hard every day with passion to create the best dining experience possible, so we are so happy it showed on your visit. We truly appreciate your 5 star recommendation!
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LittleRiff
Wilmington
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
The restaurant and rest rooms were dirty. Service was friendly but slow. Food quality and taste was barely average
La SandiaResponded on September 14, 2023
Hi LittleRiff, thank you for sharing your feedback, we're disappointed to hear that you weren't satisfied with some of your selections. We take pride in the quality of our ingredients and we're always working hard to make sure that everything is served up fresh and flavorful. It's rare when we hear this type of feedback, but we appreciate you sharing as it helps us improve going forward. It's disappointing to hear about the condition of our bathroom as we have our team checking the bathrooms every 15 minutes to restock and spot check periodically. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Jess
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate on the outside seating. Overall enjoyed the afternoon long lunch.
La SandiaResponded on September 14, 2023
Hi Jess! We are so delighted to hear that you had such a great time and that the outdoor vibe at La Sandia left you feeling relaxed and in the mood for a long afternoon lunch. ¡Salud!
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Greatfoodie
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Tableside guacamole was more of a mix of the ingredients in front of you deal. Avocado was precut. So the advertising is off to be charging for tableside.
La SandiaResponded on September 21, 2023
Hello Greatfoodie, at La Sandia we always use fresh ingredients in all of our recipes and we apologize if you felt like the presentation of the ingredients was not as advertised. This is not indicative of what we offer here and we will ensure to update our tableside presentation in order to provide an even better experience moving forward. We value your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share it with us!
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RobB
Washington DC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience2
In our opinion the food is good, however the customer care we experienced needs significant improvement.
La SandiaResponded on August 17, 2023
Hello Rob, Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate that you enjoyed your food. Ensuring a five-star experience for our guests is our utmost priority, and is incredibly important to us. We apologize for the disappointing level of service you experienced. We recognize that the lack of customer care during your meal can be frustrating. With that said we’ll take this matter seriously and make improvements with our staff and servers to ensure a more efficient and professional dining experience. We hope to host you again in the near future!
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KatK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, great food, excellent service and care.
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Roberta
Washington DC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Had a good experience - Max was a good server - a bit pricey for the value
La SandiaResponded on July 15, 2023
Hello Roberta! Thank you for your review. Our team works hard to ensure a beautiful ambience to create a good experience and every dish is crafted with precision & passion - creating flavorful plates at prices reflecting their excellence! Your feedback means a great deal to us as it helps drive forward our commitment to overall perfection. We appreciate the shoutout for your server Max and we'll be sure to pass it along.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience2
Had food 10 minutes before I had my utensils to eat the food
La SandiaResponded on July 11, 2023
We appreciate your feedback as it helps us learn how to better serve our guests. Our goal is always to provide you with the best possible service and dining experience, and we sincerely apologize that this wasn't the case during your recent visit. We hope the rest of your meal was still enjoyable and that we have the opportunity to welcome you back.
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revenuer
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful as always, will be back the next time we are in the area.
La SandiaResponded on June 6, 2023
Your satisfaction is our priority and it’s a pleasure we were able to impress you with such an outstanding visit! We look forward to serving you again.
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ParulP
Washington DC
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and good music! The staff was very patient with the kids as well
La SandiaResponded on June 1, 2023
Delighted to hear your experience with us was amazing and kid friendly! We take pride in our team's ability to provide excellent service so we want to thank you for sharing with us. We love hearing back from our guests, as it helps us recommend the La Sandia experience to everyone!
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McLeanFoodie
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall4food3service2ambience4
Food was okay. Hangar steak tacos were surprisingly greasy. We went with another couple and they shared an order, they received their dinner about 10 minutes before us. They started eating and were almost done before ours arrived. I saw our server look at our table with a concerned look when she saw that half the table was eating and there was nothing on the other side of the table. I'm thinking that our dinners were sitting on the counter waiting to be delivered because they were barely warm when we got them. The music was SO LOUD even though we asked to sit in the "outer" area. We had to shout to each other to be heard. It was louder than you would get at a loud nightclub. Won't be back. There are Mexican restaurants with much better food for less out there.
La SandiaResponded on June 1, 2023
We would like to apologize for the delay in your food and for the way it was handled with your server. We strive to get food out promptly and correctly, and clearly we did not do that on your visit. It is never our intention to leave a guest feeling dissatisfied or disappointed. We hope that you will give us another chance in the future so that we can show you what a great experience La Sandia can be.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience2
It was okay. Waiter was pushy and inpatient. Food had no taste what so ever . No salt/pepper. Felt uncomfortable like we were being watched to make sure we don’t leave without paying for our food.
La SandiaResponded on June 1, 2023
We understand that food preferences differ among individuals and your opinion matters. At La Sandia, our dishes are made with fresh ingredients, special blends of unique spices and seasonings, that capture the flavor profile of classic Mexican flavors. Rest assured, our staff treats each guest with respect and kindness so it was not our intention at all to make you feel uncomfortable. We hope you reconsider and give us another opportunity to serve you.
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DinnerOut
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience with great food. The service is always quick and efficient.
La SandiaResponded on June 1, 2023
Great review! It's customers like you who make our job so wonderful. We can't wait to have you back.
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Lisa
Washington DC
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service and great food! I highly recommend the chicken tacos and the made to order guacamole!
La SandiaResponded on June 1, 2023
Hello Lisa, yes! Thank you for the wonderful review. We are so thrilled to hear that you've found favorite dishes at La Sandia. The chicken tacos and guacamole are some one of our most popular dishes and we're glad to know they're a winner with you too. Here's to another extraordinary dinner in the near future.
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Christina
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great along with the service. Perfect spot for a casual business meeting!
La SandiaResponded on June 1, 2023
We're so grateful to hear you enjoyed your time at La Sandia. We try our best to make sure that we're not only providing an exceptional experience, but also a memorable one. Looks like we hit the mark with your recent visit. Looking forward to serving you again soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great, the food was impeccable. Looking forward to this revisiting experiencing this again
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FirstTimer
Baltimore
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
The service was exceptionally slow and when my order came out it was wrong. I tried this restaurant out based on reviews I saw and decided to give it a try. It did not live up to the hype.
La SandiaResponded on March 30, 2023
Hello Tacolover, thank you for your feedback. It means a lot! Our goal is always to provide you with the best possible service and dining experience, and we apologize that this wasn't the case during your visit. Your satisfaction is our top priority so we hope you can give us the chance to serve you again.
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RamanaR
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing Fajitas!!! One of my favorite restaurants in Tysons..
La SandiaResponded on March 17, 2023
Hello Ramana! We are so happy that you had a great experience at La Sandia. Our fajitas are a favorite on our menu; packed with flavorful fresh ingredients that are both delicious and filling! It's great to hear how much you enjoyed them. Come back soon and let us wow you all over again!
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richa
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience1
Very dissappointed with the service and quality of food
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience1
Food was late coming out, and under seasoned. Mouse ran across the floor.
La SandiaResponded on March 17, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you had a less than favorable experience with our restaurant. We take our cleanliness and safety very seriously, and we adhere to restaurant protocols diligently so It's extremely rare for us to receive this type of feedback. We want to make sure that we address the issues you mentioned. Please email us directly at iinfo@eatlasandia with contact information and reservation number so we can follow-up on this matter.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience2
Decent to good food, just OK service. They tried to seat my party of 6 at a 5-top, even though we had a reservation. Appetizer plates were dirty, and we had to ask three times before we got enough sets of silverware. Drink order was incorrect, but the ordering had been so difficult that it wasn’t worth trying to get it fixed (though that wasn’t offered in any case). The food, once it arrived, was fine, and the check arrived promptly.
La SandiaResponded on March 15, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We recognize your dissatisfaction with your table service and drink order we are deeply sorry for not meeting our high standards. We value your feedback as it helps us improve in areas we need it most. Your satisfaction is our top priority so we hope you can give us the chance to serve you again.
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darby
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
It was loud. A lot of restaurants are loud. The floors are all bare concrete, no coverings on the walls nothing to absorb sound. The seats were uncomfortable and the floor plan was odd. It didn't look as nice in person as in the photos. The food was good though, although for me a bit on the spendy side. I don't know how people afford to live these days. I feel bad writing a bad review.
La SandiaResponded on February 28, 2023
Hello Darby, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We wish our ambience and decor had given a better first impression; La Sandia is a go-to popular spot so you'll hear an energetic and lively vibe for sure! We're so happy you loved your food and we hope we can win you back for another visit!
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KarenB
Sacramento
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food was fantastic--lots of great flavors! I've eaten shrimp fajitas in dozens of restaurants, and these may have been my favorite! Unfortunately, we went on National Margarita Day, so the "special" margaritas were very weak, and worse yet, they hired a DJ/musician and the music was WAY to loud--the decibel alarms on our watches kept alerting us...a warning we did not need as it was very uncomfortable. I don't think that's the norm for this place, however, so I would highly recommend it!
La SandiaResponded on February 24, 2023
Hello Karen, thank you for your review, it means a lot. We are so thrilled to hear that you've found your favorite shrimp fajitas here at La Sandia! Our National Margarita Day celebration was indeed a special occasion. Our team is grateful for to hear you will return again and that you highly recommend us to others!
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Lynnie
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
The guacamole required salt. The street tacos were pretty good. The beans and rice were no good.
La SandiaResponded on February 7, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We're disappointed to hear that you weren't satisfied with some of your selections. We take pride in the quality of our ingredients and we're always working hard to make sure that everything is served up fresh and flavorful. We hope you give us another opportunity to serve you.
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Suzie
Washington DC
52 reviews
vip
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience3
The food was delicious. Service was slow.
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CindyH
Alabama
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious! Would definitely recommend the steak tacos.
La SandiaResponded on December 24, 2022
Hi Cindy! We are incredibly grateful that you loved your La Sandia experience and took the time out to leave us this feedback. We're committed to delivering the best possible service and its customers like you that make our job so wonderful. We look forward to serving you again.
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TSReston
Washington DC
154 reviews
vip
3.0
154 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall3food4service1ambience3
So I have been a long time fan but the Post-COVID experience was not good. Service was bad. Ordered drinks and the waitress was gone for close to 15 min. I saw them sitting on the bar, and so they sat. When I finally saw her again I reminded her and she went and got them. Forgot refills on the sodas as well. The menu has changed from the detailed large book menu to a plastic two side menu like On The Border would have. Less options and still the main entrees are $25-$38. The food itself was good. It always has been. Great flavors and well prepared. The challenge is limited items and poor service don't overcompensate for the food. I am sure I will give it another try but was not impressed this time.
La SandiaResponded on December 24, 2022
Hello TSReston! Our team is delighted to hear that you've always enjoyed our great flavors and well prepared delicious food. We take pride in our team's ability to provide excellent service, so we want to thank you for sharing with us. We love hearing back from our guests, as it helps us to make improvements where we need it most. We hope you give us another opportunity to serve you.
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AansaV
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Server was excellent. I personally enjoyed the food very much but the salmon was a little off.
La SandiaResponded on December 24, 2022
Hello Aansa! Thank you for your feedback. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience at La Sandia. Our salmon is one of our most popular dishes so it's unusual to hear you weren't completely satisfied. Our team is thrilled to hear we provided top notch service and we hope to welcome you back soon.
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Diana
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was very good, were seated promptly, service was good as was the food, had a great time with friends.
La SandiaResponded on December 24, 2022
Hello Diana! Thank you for your amazing feedback, our team truly appreciates the 5 star rating. We hope to serve you again soon.
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Ruth
Chicago
28 reviews
vip
2.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
The service was incredibly slow and the food was nothing special. Even the table side guac was bland (we ordered medium) and more than once we had to track down our server for service. Restaurant was not that busy. We won’t be coming back.
La SandiaResponded on December 5, 2022
Hello Ruth, Thank you for your feedback. We're disappointed to hear that you weren't satisfied with some of your selections. We take pride in the quality of our ingredients and we're always working hard to make sure that everything is served up fresh and flavorful. We are truly committed to providing an exceptional dining experience for all of our guests. We hope you give us another opportunity to win you back.
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ReginaldE
Philadelphia
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience2
The owner needs to learn about ADA when it comes to service dogs. We felt uncomfortable and unwanted because of our service dog. Practically almost threw us out. We had a gift card to this restaurant and wanted have a nice dinner while shopping at Tysons corner. Never again! We will go back or recommend this restaurant
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Ellen
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
Wonderful food, impeccable service, and a nice ambience!
La SandiaResponded on November 25, 2022
Hello Ellen! We're so glad to see that our team at La Sandia made such an incredible impression! We take pride in providing you with an experience that you'll remember - from the food, to the service, and so much more. Looking forward to your next visit with us!
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BigE
Washington DC
72 reviews
vip
3.0
72 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2022
overall3food5service2ambience3
Our starters came out fast but our meals came out extremely slow and our sever made our experience the worst. The food was good though and this is the first restaurant we ate at where the sodas was non refillable which was definitely different. She bought me out spicey fajitas when I made it clear I don’t eat spicey food. It was not a good experience.
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Rick
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall3food2service1ambience3
The churros were soft and flimsy, they fell apart almost as soon as you picked them up. The dipping sauce for the churros was very thin and lacking flavor. The passion fruit flan tasted like cough medicine. The only saving grace was the guacamole and fajitas. It was overpriced, 12 dollars for a bland tortilla and cheese that I could make myself for about five bucks. The restaurant wasn't busy but my server was rarely there, causing me to seek out assistance. This is an overpriced and flavorless restaurant, other than for the guac, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone
La SandiaResponded on September 5, 2022
Hello Rick! Thank you for sharing with us. We take great effort in sourcing the best quality ingredients and providing an innovative modern dining experience for all of our guests. A lot of thought and care goes into every detail from our menu selections, handcrafted drinks, and we believe our pricing reflects that. We are grateful for your feedback and hope you reconsider and give us another opportunity to serve you!
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TammyE
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2022
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Our waiter was very nice and attentive. I would come back for sure. I was surprised that the margarita did not come in a margarita glass.
La SandiaResponded on August 29, 2022
Hello Tammy! ! We’re delighted that server was top notch,. We take great pride in the quality of our handcrafted drinks and margaritas and we are so thrilled you enjoyed them! Can't wait to have you back.
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ElizabethM
Tampa
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
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food was good but service was beyond poor. we waited 20 minutes for the check
La SandiaResponded on August 29, 2022
Hi Elizabeth! We're so thrilled to hear you enjoyed your food! Our servers do their best to take care of all of their guests at our busiest times. We appreciate your patience as we work to provide a better experience for your future visits with us!
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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

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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La Sandia is rated 4.2 stars by 906 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

7852L Tysons Corner Center, McLean, VA 22102

Additional information

Neighborhood
Tysons Corner / McLean
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking garages located on both entrances to mall
Public transit
Tyson's Corner Metro; Silver Line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive chef
Chef Richard Sandoval
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.eatlasandia.com/tysons-corner/
Phone number
(703) 893-2222
Catering
Si, we cater! For more information, contact us at dcevents@richardsandoval.com
Private party facilities
Chef Richard Sandoval, internationally recognized as the Father of Modern Mexican Cuisine, elevates Mexican cooking to new heights at La Sandia. Inspired by his culinary mantra of ‘old ways, new hands,’ Chef Sandoval reinterprets traditional dishes with innovative techniques and presentation.
Private party contact
DC Events Team: (877) 509-7635

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Guacamole

Tableside Guacamole$13.00

Chesapeake Crab Guacamole$16.00

Starters

Antojito Sampler$23.00

Queso Fundido**$14.00

Mexican Chicken Wings** ***$12.00

Mexican Huarache$10.00

Cantina Nachos$12.00

Pozole Soup$10.00

Mexican Chopped Salad$12.00

BBQ Chicken Salad$15.00

Quesadillas**$12.00

Flautas$10.00

Tacos

Chicken Tinga$17.00

Hanger Steak*$19.00

Veggie$16.00

Veggie**$18.00

Chef's Specials

Carne Asada*$29.00

Pork Carnitas$23.00

Chicken Mole Poblano** ***$24.00

Diablo Shrimp$26.00

Adobo Seared Salmon$28.00

Volcano Molcajete*$35.00

Hamburguesa**$18.00

Fajitas, Enchiladas Y Burritos

La Sandia Signature Fajitas**$26.00

Chicken Enchiladas$17.00

Cheese Enchiladas$16.00

Birria Enchiladas$20.00

La Sandia Burrito**$18.00

Sides

Rice & Beans$6.00

Sweet Plantain$6.00

Charro Bean Stew$6.00

Street Corn$6.00

Dessert

Housemade Churros**$9.00

Passion Fruit Flan$9.00

Ice Cream (Dairy) or Sorbet (Vegan)$6.00

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Mexican Chicken Wings *$12.00

Chicken Mole Poblano *$24.00