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Jaleo - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Jaleo - DC

4.7
4.7
11114 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish
480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 158 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

Private dining

What 11,114 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 - DC offers a delightful taste of Spain, with "authentic Spanish tapas" and "excellent service." Diners rave about the "incredible cherry gazpacho," "creative cocktails," and "amazing flan." The "festive atmosphere" and "attentive staff" make it a must-visit. However, note the "crowded tables" and "high noise levels."
11,114 Reviews
  1. Adolfo VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have had the pleasure of dining at Jaleo over the past 10 years. Well over 100 times. It did not matter if I dined during lunch or an evening meal, the consistency of the meal was outstanding. I have never had a bad meal. The servers were always professional and well informed. The Maitre D serve are the best.

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  2. Anna

    Raleigh11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited Jaleo at lunch time. We enjoyed their ‘one hour lunch menu’ and were delighted by the quality of the food. We were brought back home (Spain) by the flavored Great experience!! We strongly recommend it.
    Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Anna! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our one-hour lunch menu and found the quality of our food to be top-notch. It's great to know that you felt a connection to Spain and had a great experience. We truly appreciate your high ratings and your recommendation. We can't wait to welcome you back to Spain, perhaps for another Jaleo - DC favorite!

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  3. Kathy

    Washington DC27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Jaleo is a DC classic! Delicious food, attentive service & lovely atmosphere. We hadn't been there in a long while & it was just as wonderful as we'd remembered! Enjoyed our time & will be back very soon.

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  4. Susan

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was such a wonderful restaurant to go to. The ambiance is charming and the tables are not jammed altogether. I hate it when you have to yell- it was very full but still the noise level was fine. The food was delicious. Absolutely sensational. I ordered th tasting menu and was worried I would not have enough food, but I was so full I only ate 1/2 of everything. Outstanding. I will not hesitate to go back. :)
    Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Susan! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time at Jaleo - DC. We're glad the ambiance and our tables were to your liking. We're also glad to know that you enjoyed our delicious food and our tasting menu. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Susan VIP

    Seattle26 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been a long fan of Jaleo and Jose Andres. I’ve eaten at many of his restaurants and was told this was one of the better Jaleo locations. Sadly service was below average and we waited for nearly 50 mins to learn an item had sold out

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  6. Mahindra

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second time here and it was perfect both times. Chef Andres is a genius!!
    Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Mahindra! We're thrilled to hear that you had a perfect experience both times and that you enjoyed our chef's talents. It's always our goal to provide top-notch food and service. We can't wait to welcome you back to Jaleo - DC for your next visit.

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  7. peter VIP

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and good service. My favorite place to go out to eat before going to the Shakespeare Theater.

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  8. Alexandra

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very grateful to the restaurant staff for making our experience in Jaleo simply amazing! We have a baby in our party, the high chair was provided immediately, milk was brought upon request. Love our sitting outside! Food was great, everything was explained, we feel so welcome, and really have a lot of fun!
    Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Alexandra, We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at Jaleo - DC! It's wonderful to know that our team was able to accommodate your party's needs and provide you with a welcoming dining experience. We're also glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and found everything to be explained. We always aim to make our guests feel welcome and have a lot of fun, and your feedback tells us we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  9. Michael VIP

    Baja California13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fernanda made my tasting brunch experience absolutely amazing! Great spot…don’t miss it!

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  10. Joanna VIP

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I was very excited to try another Jose andres restaurant especially after eating at the bazaar. However, I felt that the food and service were just meh. My server didn’t really take the time to explain to me the menu and options. You can tell he was overwhelmed and hated his job. The food for me was ok. The food tasted bland. the only item I enjoyed was the dessert. If you like the combination of salty and sweet, then please try the pan con chocolate.

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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 11114 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 158 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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