Fodor's Expert Review Rosa Mexicano

Big and vibrant, this Mexican restaurant and bar (a branch of the New York City original) sits directly across the street from Verizon Center. The menu focuses on authentic Mexican food, and prides itself on the tableside guacamole presentation. Happy hour is loud and fun. The frozen pomegranate margaritas go down too easily. The bar features about 100 agave spirits. Carnitas, chiles rellenos, enchiladas, and other traditional Mexican fare populate the menu. Rosa is housed in the old Hecht's department store building but has a modern, chic feel.