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Jaleo - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Jaleo - DC

4.7
4.7
11102 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 140 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • A Feast to Remember: Whole Roasted Suckling Pig

    $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

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What 11,102 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 a vibrant dining experience with "authentic tapas" and "excellent service." Guests praise the "delicious food" and creative menu options. While some mention noise levels, the lively atmosphere adds to the charm. Highlights include the "cherry gazpacho" and "cava sangria." Perfect for group outings and special occasions.
11,102 Reviews
  1. Terry VIP

    New Orleans11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was delightful. Our wait staff was knowledgeable and very patient about answering questions. The restaurant was very crowded with tables close together. The noise level was high. However the quality of the food and the service made up for these shortcomings.

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  2. Pamela

    Washington DC50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cherry blossom festival menu has some great new items. The cherry gazpacho was incredible!

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  3. Maggie

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was one of the first restaurants I ever visited when I moved to DC more than 25 years ago. Ithas held up well. The food remains excellent, the service is great and you can't beat the location. I especially love the authentic tapas and the cava sangria. Never take the espinacas and the patatas bravas off the menu!

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  4. alta VIP

    Washington DC35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Great food and service. But please please lower the volume on the music. We are here for food and conversation. Not for a concert

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    Chicago14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Awesome waitstaff. Great food, maybe could use some more kick here and there, would love to go again!

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    Richmond2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was extremely busy when we were there, so I understand delays to our orders. That being said, I have waited tables before so I have a pretty good idea when the kitchen is very behind, which seemed to be the case. No one said anything, which they absolutely should have mentioned. Don’t avoid that topic with your customers, let them know. Our spinach dish didn’t seem quite cooked enough compared to when we have had it in the past. The tomatoes in the salad were mushy, the lettuce bitter. Also there is no more bread being provided. We had to ask for it (even offered to pay for it) but what arrived seemed old and not at all crispy. Overall the experience was good but not as good as in past visits.

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  7. Kate

    Washington DC13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! Server was awesome. Food was delicious. Always a joy to bring family from out of town here. We always love eating here.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great to see restaurant has been updated since I was here last. Tasty tapas. Sea bass was excellent. Flan was perfect
    Jaleo - DCResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our updated dining experience and found our tapas tasty. It's fantastic to know that you loved the sea bass and flan. We're always striving to offer the best food and service to our customers, so your feedback is truly appreciated. We hope to welcome you back soon to Jaleo - DC.

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  9. jeanne

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at Jaleo, and if I lived in DC I'd likely go there (or to one of his other restaurants) every other week - no kidding. The food was outstanding, very creative and was pretty much not what you would see anywhere else.
    Jaleo - DCResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, jeanne! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to Jaleo - DC. It's wonderful to know that you found our food creative and outstanding. We take pride in offering a unique and delicious dining experience, and we're glad to hear that we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to your next visit.

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  10. GTGT

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great fun and excellent food and drinks but a bit noisy. Otherwise great.

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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 11102 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 140 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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