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Jaleo - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Jaleo - DC

4.7
4.7
10907 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 157 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Jaleo brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain with a menu reflecting the rich regional diversity of classical and contemporary Spanish cuisine, under the direction of renowned chef José Andrés. Jaleo offers an impressive assortment of tapas, the traditional small dishes of Spain, as well as savory paellas, superb sangrias and a fine selection of Spanish wines and Sherries in a festive, casual atmosphere.

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  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00–22:00 Tue–Sat 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-7949
  • Website
    https://www.jaleo.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ramon Martinez
  • Catering
    Bring a taste of Spain to your next meeting, event, or offsite with Jaleo's new lunch catering menu. Choose between individual lunch boxes or customizable sandwich packages, featuring favorites like our fútbol club and gazpacho. Catering is available for both delivery and pick-up within Washington, DC.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of DC’s exciting Penn Quarter neighborhood, Jaleo DC is just steps from all the excitement of our nation’s capital and provides a bright setting for seated meals or standing receptions. For smaller events, our Standing Tapas Bar is perfect for after-work gatherings.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910
  • Location
    480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross Street
    E Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 10,907 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaleo - DC is a vibrant hotspot where "food is always delicious," offering a lively atmosphere and impeccable service. Guests rave about the exceptional tapas, with standout dishes like "gambas al ajillo" and "perfectly seasoned octopus." Ideal for any occasion, Jaleo promises a memorable dining experience with its creative Spanish cuisine and attentive staff.

10,907 Reviews

  1. Ashley

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    PERFECT experience for me and my family. I was a longtime customer at the Bethesda location and wanted to bring my son and husband here. It was very kid friendly and the food was as amazing as I’d remembered.

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  2. Carlos

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here is absolutely amazing. We had to wait a while to be seated, but we were served a appetizer that was on the house. The service that we were given here was also amazing. They checked in on us until we got the table, and they were very kind. It wasn’t too loud, it was like any regular noise level in a restaurant. Overall, it was amazing there. 100% recommend.

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  3. Paul

    Baltimore

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing variety of food choices and definitely not what I could make it at home. I can see why it's popular.

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  4. Kay

    New York City

    8 reviews

    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Everything we ordered was terrible…. Horrific Nothing tasted good, we actually left two plates full and walked out.

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  5. Michael

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    What can I say? Jaleo is definitely not the same restaurant it used to be, before it expanded across the country and opened up in Vegas. The service was excellent. Unfortunately, even though we had reservations, we were seated at at a small table crammed against a wall near the kitchen entrance. The overall ambience isn’t great. The place is loud, tightly packed and not too inviting. The most disappointing thing however is how the food, which was pretty good, doesn’t really have anything anymore which makes it special. It kind of feels like it was made on an assembly line. I wish we could get the old Jaleo back :-(

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  6. James

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good wine. We had a very good time. ………….

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  7. Vianney

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, and amazing restaurant and service

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  8. Jeffrey

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food excellent service on a busy evening A personal favorite

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  9. James

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved every dish we ordered, especially the paella! Cocktails are great and priced reasonably compared to other restaurant bars around the area.

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  10. Leo

    Miami

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite spots in DC. Croquetas are the best! The cetas (mushroom) with egg and scallops were also excellent. Great place if you want to share everything with your group!

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FAQs

Jaleo - DC does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Jaleo - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 628-7949.

Jaleo - DC is rated 4.7 stars by 10907 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 157 times today

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Google Map for Jaleo - DC

480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross Street
    E Street
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00–22:00 Tue–Sat 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ramon Martinez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.jaleo.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-7949
  • Catering
    Bring a taste of Spain to your next meeting, event, or offsite with Jaleo's new lunch catering menu. Choose between individual lunch boxes or customizable sandwich packages, featuring favorites like our fútbol club and gazpacho. Catering is available for both delivery and pick-up within Washington, DC.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of DC’s exciting Penn Quarter neighborhood, Jaleo DC is just steps from all the excitement of our nation’s capital and provides a bright setting for seated meals or standing receptions. For smaller events, our Standing Tapas Bar is perfect for after-work gatherings.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910

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