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Boqueria - Penn Quarter, Washington, DC

Boqueria - Penn Quarter

4.5
4.5
542 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
An energetic Barcelona-style tapas bar serving Spanish favorites, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a contemporary space steps from DC's Chinatown, Capital One Arena, and near the National Mall.

Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, happy hour or lunch with the team, a memorable date night, or weekend brunch!

Let us know if you have any seating requirements when making your booking. Parties of 10 or more will enjoy our Chef's Tasting Menu ($52pp plus beverage, tax and gratuity).

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 14:30–17:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 552-3268
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Host your birthday, corporate event, holiday party, shower or wedding with us! We have a variety of areas, menus and bar packages to make your event unique and memorable. Visit our website for more info. https://boqueriarestaurant.com
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross Street
    H and 9th Streets
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place Chinatown or Metro Center
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 542 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Boqueria - Penn Quarter offers a vibrant atmosphere with "delicious tapas and wonderful wine" perfect for groups and business meetings. Guests praise the "awesome service" and delightful dining experiences. Despite some feedback on slow service, many diners highlight the lively ambiance and "great food," making it a popular choice for memorable gatherings.

542 Reviews
  1. Mayra

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at the restaurant but it won’t be the last. The food is delicious. Even the staple patatas bravas was elevated. Good job!!!

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  2. Laura

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food for group sharing. Try the shishito margarita.

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  3. Ashley

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Took advantage of their amazing happy hour menus for an impromptu girls night! The drinks were amazing, especially. The white wine sangria and the food was delicious. We loved the Patatas Bravas so much, it was a table favorite. The dip for the Patatinas is amazing, I’ll be thinking about it for a good bit. Everything we tried was yummy! We had great service, I have already recommended this place to several friends!
    Boqueria - Penn QuarterResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Ashley, It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed our happy hour menus during your girls' night out! The white wine sangria and Patatas Bravas being table favorites is fantastic news. Knowing that everything was yummy, and that you received great service truly makes us happy. Thank you for recommending us to your friends! Danielle Miranda, General Manager

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  4. Cam

    VIP

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistent, go to favorite for us that doesn't disappoint.
    Boqueria - Penn QuarterResponded on 11 December 2024
    Hi Cam, It’s wonderful to hear that this has become a consistent favorite for you! The team truly appreciates your support and is thrilled to know that expectations continue to be met. Hope to see you again soon! Danielle Miranda, General Manager

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  5. Ziya

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Friendly staff. Will go back again.
    Boqueria - Penn QuarterResponded on 1 December 2024
    Hi Ziya, The team truly appreciates your wonderful feedback! It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our staff friendly. Your feedback means a lot to us. The team looks forward to welcoming you back again soon! Danielle Miranda, General Manager

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  6. Edward

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service, both front of the house and the table waitstaff was outstanding. We were seated immediately upon arrival, had a very nice table where the reasonable volume made conversation easy with no strain to hear each other, and the waitress was knowledgeable and patient answering our questions. Unfortunately the quality of the food did not match that of the service. We ordered the chef’s menu for five people. Some of the tapas were good, for example the mushroom flatbread, but most were only fair. The meatballs, for instance, tasted like average meatballs in tomato sauce and the grilled tenderloin was surprisingly flavorless. Most disappointing was the seafood paella which was noticeably overcooked and dry as a result. Bottom line is that, despite the excellent service, the food failed to impress and for the price it was not a good value. I will not be going to Boqueria again.
    Boqueria - Penn QuarterResponded on 1 December 2024
    Hi Edward, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent visit. It’s great to hear that the service provided by our team was outstanding, and that you enjoyed the atmosphere. However, the quality of the food did not meet expectations, and the comments about the chef’s menu and specific dishes will be taken into consideration. I am terribly sorry about the tenderloin as it is one of my favorites. I apologize for the paella as well as it is a staple item for our restaurant. While the service was excellent, it is regrettable that the food did not provide the same level of satisfaction. Thank you for your insights, and we hope you might consider visiting again in the future. Danielle Miranda, General Manager

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  7. Amy

    VIP

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Extremely loud and awful service. Took 30 mins to take our order and waiter ever came back

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  8. Pat

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tapas were so good. Service so good. Enjoyed our night out with friends.
    Boqueria - Penn QuarterResponded on 3 November 2024
    Hello Pat, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the tapas and the service during your night out with friends. Our team takes pride in delivering exceptional service and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests. We appreciate your support and can't wait to host you again soon! Danielle Miranda, General Manager

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating Howard University’s 100th year of Homecoming and inadvertently, my birthday.
    Boqueria - Penn QuarterResponded on 3 November 2024
    Hello, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you celebrated such a special occasion with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments. Danielle Miranda, General Manager

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  10. Dominic

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and server. Unfriendly hostess who also had an attitude that I asked to be reseated someplace not by the back hallway.
    Boqueria - Penn QuarterResponded on 22 October 2024
    Hi Dominic, Thank you for sharing your recent experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the excellent food and service provided by our team. We apologize for the interaction with the hostess and appreciate your feedback. Rest assured, we will address this matter internally to ensure a more welcoming atmosphere for all guests. Your insights are valuable to us, and we look forward to the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Danielle Miranda, General Manager

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Boqueria - Penn Quarter is rated 4.5 stars by 542 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Boqueria - Penn Quarter

777 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-4501

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    H and 9th Streets
  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 14:30–17:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place Chinatown or Metro Center
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 552-3268
  • Private party facilities
    Host your birthday, corporate event, holiday party, shower or wedding with us! We have a variety of areas, menus and bar packages to make your event unique and memorable. Visit our website for more info. https://boqueriarestaurant.com
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