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dLeña, Washington, DC
Award-winning

dLeña

4.7
4.7
1991 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 54 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.

dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past.

The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino.

CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:
Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:
https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 560-5999
  • Website
    http://www.dlenadc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Richard Sandoval
  • Private party facilities
    Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details
  • Location
    476 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001-2531
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Cross street
    K Street & 5th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place / Chinatown
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve 2025

    $159.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join dLeña for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration! Enjoy a four-course dinner for $159 per guest - featuring Chef’s signature dishes alongside new creations including Tuna Tartare Guacamole, Birria Chile Relleno, Filet a la Leña, and sweet treats like our Honey vanilla Cheesecake. Enhance the experience with an optional beverage and or/wine pairing for an additional cost per guest, featuring a welcome drink and expertly curated pairings with each course. Pre-payment is due at booking. Price includes tax & gratuity. Cancellations will not be accepted less than 48 hours from your reservation.
    New Year's Eve 2025 Photo

Menu

Guacamole

  • Traditional Guacamole**$16.00

    avocado - tomato - onion - cilantro - lime

    • Tuna Guacamole* **$22.00

      sushi grade tuna - chile de árbol salsa-macha - jicama salad - chipotle mayo - charred tostada

      • Maryland Crab Guacamole**$23.00

        smoked jumbo crab - sundried chili salsa - old bay mayo - scallion - crispy tlayuda

        Para la Mesa

        • Habanero Pepita Salsa**$21.00

          pepita - charred tomato - habanero - crispy tlayuda

          • Tuna Tostada* **$21.00

            oaxacan tlayuda - habanero mayo - avocado - queso fresco - radish - spicy black bean purée - cherry tomato - salsa macha

            • Queso Fundido$21.00

              melted cheese - tomatillo salsa cruda - caramelized onion - corn tortillas; choice of : cecina, chorizo, or mushroom (vegetarian)

              • Ostiones a la Leña*$25.00

                half dozen grilled oysters - smoked trout caviar - creamy crab - bacon relish - pickled habanero salsa - chipotle mignonette

                • Pork Belly** ^$17.00

                  chipotle glaze - peanut red pipian - watercress - pickled vegetables

                  • Empanadas de Wagyu** ^$24.00

                    beef tenderloin - truffle manchego - oyster sauce - almond - guajillo chili - chimichurri

                    • Corn Empanadas**$17.00

                      sweet corn - ají amarillo - manchego - chimichurri

                      • Hot Stone Wagyu* **$31.00

                        sliced beef tenderloin - citrus chili toreado - truffle soy shishito pepper - charred tlayuda - smoked grape chimichurri

                        • Bone Marrow & Tuna Chicharron**$26.00

                          crispy tuna - panela - guacamole - xni-pec salsa - pickled vegetables - charred serrano - blue corn tortillas

                          Ceviche y Aguachile

                          • Ceviche Amarillo* **$20.00

                            hamachi - yellow aguachile - ají amarillo - mango - orange

                            • Aguachile Campechano* **$22.00

                              octopus - shrimp - fish - leche de tigre - cucumber - onion - mango - tomato - avocado - cilantro - tortilla chips

                              • Snapper Tiradito*$21.00

                                charred habanero mayo - achiote ponzu - radish - cucumber - cilantro - yuzu avocado cream

                                Ensaladas y Sopas

                                • Ensalada de Kale^$17.00

                                  smoked manchego - baby kale - fig - caramelized pumpkin - agave almond - honey applecrisp - pomegranate seeds - orange balsamic vinaigrette

                                  • Heirloom Tomato & Burrata$19.00

                                    grilled compressed watermelon - caramelized golden beet - lemon vinaigrette - toasted pepita seeds - sorrel - morita balsamic reduction

                                    • Crab Pumpkin Soup$15.00

                                      smoked jumbo crab - green apple - butternut squash - caramelized pumpkin seeds - crème fraîche foam

                                      Wood Burning Grill

                                      • Tomahawk*$150.00

                                        mezcal flambéed tableside - bone marrow butter; choice of two sides

                                        • Serves Two$150.00

                                      • 14oz 30 Day Aged Boneless Ribeye*$63.00

                                        herb wagyu butter - chimichurri - shishito - charred lemon; a la piedra style: pepper, onion, salsa, guacamole & tortilla (dairy)

                                        • Medio Pollo al Carbon**$34.00

                                          grilled half chicken - guajillo achiote marinade; criolla sauce - grilled broccolini

                                          Tacos

                                          served by 3 pieces

                                          • Short Rib** ^$22.00

                                            chile de árbol peanut sauce - salsa verde cruda - flour tortillas

                                            • Camarón**$18.00

                                              breaded shrimp - jicama tortilla - chili powder - pickled onion - chipotle mayo

                                              • Pulpo al Pastor**$24.00

                                                adobo octopus - onion - cilantro - grilled pineapple - avocado salsa verde

                                                • Birria de Hongos**$19.00

                                                  grilled truffle manchego - braised guajillo mushroom - bean purée - cilantro - pickled onion

                                                  Especialidades D'lena

                                                  • Wagyu Steak a la Piedra* **$60.00

                                                    australian grade #9 - crema fresca - guacamole - fajita pepper mix - molcajete sauce - corn tortillas

                                                    • Short Rib al Carbon$45.00

                                                      smoked short rib - bibb lettuce - tres salsas - pickled vegetables

                                                      • Dleña Mar y Tierra* **$65.00

                                                        wagyu filet mignon - seafood enchiladas - crispy onion - requeson cheese sauce - dried chili gastrique

                                                        • Carnitas Pork Shank$45.00

                                                          salsa verde cruda - molcajete - pickled vegetables - bean purée - tortillas

                                                          • Zarandeado* **$44.00

                                                            branzino - citrus slaw - charred marinade - grilled half avocado - corn salsa

                                                            • Grilled Oaxacan Shrimp^$45.00

                                                              charred garlic marinade - guava mole - grilled onion - roasted corn esquites - corn tortillas

                                                              • Seafood Enchiladas**$32.00

                                                                shrimp - maryland blue crab - crema fresca - creamy guajillo sauce - greens

                                                                • Coliflor a la Leña** ^$23.00

                                                                  charred cauliflower - chimichurri - red pipian - creamy requesón sauce - roux

                                                                  Para Acompañar

                                                                  • Zanahorias al Carbon^$12.00

                                                                    roasted heirloom carrot - pepita pistu chimichurri - cashew tofu aioli - ají amarillo honey

                                                                    • Papa al Horno**$12.00

                                                                      wood-fired baked potato - crispy pork belly - ají amarillo tartar - chive

                                                                      • Broccolini$12.00

                                                                        grilled - smoked chili - olive oil - sea salt

                                                                        • Roasted Corn Esquites$12.00

                                                                          baby corn - bacon - cotija - epazote - lemon - spicy mayo

                                                                          Postres

                                                                          • Carajillo Crème Brulée$14.00

                                                                            licor 43 - espresso - served tableside

                                                                            • Mil Hojas Argentino** ^$14.00

                                                                              crêpes - warm cajeta caramel - carmelized almond - whipped cream - strawberry - salted caramel ice cream

                                                                              • Creamy Corn Cake**$14.00

                                                                                hibiscus mezcal glaze - popcorn gelato - vanilla cookie crumble

                                                                                • Honey Vanilla Cheesecake**$14.00

                                                                                  honeycomb - blood orange -citrus berry blend - tuile

                                                                                  • Sorbets & Gelatos$9.00

                                                                                    seasonal flavors

                                                                                    Last updated: December 7, 2024

                                                                                    What 1,991 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
                                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.4Value

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                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    dLeña offers a vibrant dining experience in Washington, DC, with "absolutely amazing" food and a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the bottomless brunch and "incredible" cocktails. The restaurant is praised for its "excellent" service, with standout servers like Troy. Don't miss the crab guacamole and "delicious" short rib tacos.

                                                                                    1,992 Reviews

                                                                                    1. ALYSSA

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      30 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      30 reviews

                                                                                      Dined today

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Wonderful service, food options, and drink variety on the bottomless menu. They were very accommodating for an allergy and the experience was wonderful.

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                                                                                    2. Krystle

                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                      Dined today

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Overall great experience, I feel for the price of the food out weighed the overall food itself. Flavor was exceptional but the price to proportion needs to be reevaluated. The atmosphere was comfortable, the tables little close but not too close to complain. The speakeasy was adorable and comfortable. Sufficient seating, but the drinks in the speakeasy were double priced of upstairs. Coming from NY I was definitely surprised at the pricing in comparison to what you’re getting.

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                                                                                    3. Joey

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Bri did an amazing job accommodating me for my birthday in the Lounge. 10/10 experience and can’t wait to go back.

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                                                                                    4. Alexander

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We had an amazing meal and a wonderful night out. The service was incredible and Ricardo waited on us and provided everything we needed. We’ll be coming back for sure!

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                                                                                    5. Thomas

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Above average greeting experience. Excellent service. Delicious, creative food. Loved the carrots.

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                                                                                    6. Fabricio

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      It’s just remarkable and a great experience 100% recommended 

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                                                                                    7. Osmin

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      The food was excellent, the flavors, texture, and presentation. it's my second time here and I love it . They services is really polite and really friendly definitely are going back 10/10 

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                                                                                    8. Amilcar

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Pleasant first time, great ambiance, amazing food!

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                                                                                    9. Jennifer

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We came to celebrate my husband’s birthday and our anniversary. Loved the esthetic appropriately decorated for Christmas. Our server Merybeth was exceptional! She was welcoming very attentive, and anticipated our needs. Merybeth made our whole experience rate it 5 stars. Now the food, we ordered the Tomahawk steak with Zanahorias al carbon(roasted heirloom carrots) and papa al horno(wood-fired baked potato). The steak was cooked at medium temperature, juicy, tender and seasoned to perfection. The steak was infused with herbs flambé at our table side which made the experience exquisite! We also ordered the Queso fundido with beef and ceviche Amarillo which very delicious. Everything was beautifully plated! We will definitely be coming back!

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                                                                                    10. Giulia

                                                                                      Miami

                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Both the food and service were really good! I will definitely go back
                                                                                      dLeñaResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                      H Giulia! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the delicious dishes and the excellent service. We look forward to continuing to serve you and aim to make each visit better than the last. Hope to see you again soon!

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    dLeña offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 560-5999.

                                                                                    dLeña is rated 4.7 stars by 1991 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 54 times today
                                                                                    Experiences are available.

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for dLeña

                                                                                    476 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001-2531

                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                    • Award-winning
                                                                                      1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                                                    • Cross street
                                                                                      K Street & 5th Street
                                                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                                                      Mount Vernon Square
                                                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                                                      Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      Latin American, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                      Gallery Place / Chinatown
                                                                                    • Payment options
                                                                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                    • Executive chef
                                                                                      Chef Richard Sandoval
                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                      http://www.dlenadc.com/
                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                      (202) 560-5999
                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                      Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details

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