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Jaleo - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Jaleo - DC

4.7
4.7
11083 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 145 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
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 areas

Additional information

  • 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    John White
  • 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
  • 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

Experiences

  • A Feast to Remember: Whole Roasted Suckling Pig

    US$475.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Experience an unforgettable feast at Jaleo DC with our Whole Roasted Suckling Pig, available for a limited time. Perfect for gatherings of 4-6, this exceptional offering includes a perfectly roasted pig accompanied by a selection of Spanish classics: patatas a lo pobre, a crisp green salad, pan con tomate, and sweet piquillos confitado. This is your chance to enjoy an authentic Spanish celebration right here in DC. Don’t miss it—reserve your table today for a culinary experience like no other.
    A Feast to Remember: Whole Roasted Suckling Pig photo

Private dining

What 11,083 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaleo in DC offers an exciting blend of "astonishingly delicious" Spanish tapas in a lively atmosphere. Guests praise its "exceptional food" and warm service, with standout dishes like "croquetas de pollo" and "gambas al ajillo." Although the noise level can be high, the overall dining experience is "amazing."

11,083 Reviews
  1. Judith VIP

    Washington DC35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Always enjoy a meal at Jaleos. Food consistently good. service attentive

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  2. susan VIP

    Washington DC98 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent as usual. Menu options are great fun and interesting to explore. Servings are sufficient to share. Can't recommend Jaleo highly enough. Oh yes, staff very attentive.

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  3. Jane VIP

    San Francisco16 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The cod fritters were outstanding but everything else was so-so. The wine we ordered was corked but they took it back without issue, the temperature of the dishes was off - hot dishes were not hot. The worst part of the evening was they did not return the credit card used to pay the bill. It was my fault for not noticing at the time but I realised as soon as I got to my car. I went back immediately to the restaurant but they said they did not have it and suggested it might have fallen on the floor at the table where I was sitting. They said they would check when the current diners were done and would call me back, They never called back so I had to cancel my card which was a pain as I use it all the time. On top of that, the card WAS used IN THE RESTAURANT after I paid so it was definitely stolen by someone who works at the restaurant. Be warned everyone,

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  4. Jessica VIP

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food at a reasonable price point. Service was good, food came out quickly but spread out. Never felt rushed. Ambiance was nice, loud but not obnoxious. Would 100% recommend for almost any occasion.

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  5. LUIZ ALBERTO VIP

    Cancun42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I am a big fan of Chef José Andrés, so it was another pleasure to dine at Jaleo. The tapas were amazing and very tasty. The cocktails were also creative, it was nice different experience. The desserts were the happy ending of the evening. I want to thank Galileo R, our server was incredibly helpful and made recommendations based on our requests. He is well trained and very gentle.
    Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review, LUIZ ALBERTO! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Jaleo - DC, especially our tapas and creative cocktails. We strive to provide our guests with unique and memorable experiences, and it's great to know we hit the mark with you. We appreciate your kind words about our server's helpfulness and recommend Galileo R for making your experience even better. We hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Alex VIP

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved Jaleo. We dined with our preschooler and the staff did an amazing job to make us feel welcome. Food was delicious, kiddo did great. Fabulous family evening!

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  7. Judy VIP

    Washington DC18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Where do you go to eat at 4 on a Sunday afternoon, after a short matinee at the Shakespeare Theater? Jaleo is still the right answer. As always, tapas is reliably good and just the right amount of food for an early "supper." Lots of great food to share among the 5 of us. Don't skip over the vegetables - eggplant, piquilla peppers, cauliflower, and of course, potatoes bravos, all delicious. Only regret - we'd had more than enough to eat before we'd tasted more than a small sample of everything on the menu.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Miami2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Not like previous times I was there. Manager with bad attitude.

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City47 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my 3 time in Jaleo DC. This time we went to celebrate my wife and sons bday. Service was attentive and welcoming, but the only reason I gave 4 starts is bc they forgot my wife's bday, no candle, no happy bday.... Food wise, very disappointed compared to our previous visits. The potato omelet was very raw and no flavor, the steak overcooked on both extremes and lack of flavor, apart from the fact that it was a very tiny little piece. The pulpo was ok, croquetas as well. The only good dish was the rabbit that my son loved it.

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  10. Peggy

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening; good food, helpful server ordering the wine.

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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 11083 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 145 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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
    John White
  • 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
  • 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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