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dLeña, Washington, DC
Award-winning

dLeña

4.7 (2233)
$30 and under
Mexican
476 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001-2531

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 74 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
dLeña is a vibrant restaurant in Washington D.C. that invites you to explore the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. Step into a warm space illuminated by wood-fired ovens and adorned with Latin American art. Savor a culinary journey with fresh, local ingredients, starting with their signature guacamole, a blend of avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime. Continue your adventure with ceviches, aguachiles, and wood-fired specialties like Tomahawk steak and Wagyu Steak a la Piedra. dLeña's menu caters to all tastes, featuring pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options. Pair your meal with an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal, or enjoy a handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're after a romantic dinner, a lively brunch, or a late-night gathering, dLeña's trendy ambiance and attentive service promise an unforgettable experience. Join them for a taste of Mexico's vibrant culture and culinary artistry.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 2,233 people are saying

dLeña reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mexican

  • District of Columbia

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
dLeña offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests praise the "delicious" Wagyu steak, short rib tacos, and unique cocktails. Its beautiful decor and energetic vibe make it perfect for celebrations. Despite some concerns about noise and service, many patrons find it a "must-visit" spot in DC.

2,233 Reviews
  1. Kristin VIP

    Salt Lake City15 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We did not have a great dining experience. Initially, our server was coming by about every two minutes to the table, which was smothering, and then was hard to find our last 45 mins of dining. When we had one person at the table order a second drink, so brought the entire group able another round without asking the rest of us. It was a challenge for her to get those drinks refunded. Additionally, she did not listen to our requests on splitting a bill, which delayed us almost an additional 30 minutes to wait for the manager to fix her several errors. The food was sub-par at best. Our queso was cold and the salt block for the waygu steak was so small that only half of our meat was able to cook on it while it was hot. We had to wait another 20 mins to get a second block. Overall, we found our server to be horrible and the food to be a disappointment….

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  2. Morty VIP

    Washington DC21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Guacamole was spectacular, as were the empanadas. The rest, salad, shrimp tacos, all very good.

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  3. Juanita

    Washington DC26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a great time last night at DLena. The food was excellent, especially the wavy tacos and crab guacamole! The manager was so accomodating, he came to table to see how we were doing which I appreciated. When I told him that my friend, whose first time going there, wanted to go downstairs, he escorted us down and got us settled at our table. He then got our drinks for us. We so appreciated the special attention. The music was a vibe downstairs and the atmosphere was very chill. A great dining and cocktail experience. I’ll be back again soon.

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  4. Sebastian VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    DLena always brings its best effort to making dining there an experience

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  5. Sidisse

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and presentation was excellent! Staff was great also!

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  6. Brandy

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was just great. We were celebrating a birthday and he made the experience very special by being attentive and responsive with a great attitude

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  7. Abria

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good time here. May this place prosper forever.

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  8. sonali

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    dLeña was worth going to!! The Guava me please drink was sooo good, i will be coming back for it!

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  9. Kyle

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place. Great food great drinks great atmosphere. .

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  10. JAYO

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The place was alright overall, but the experience felt a bit all over the place. It was super packed, and we wanted somewhere more private, so we went to the lounge. No one checked our IDs going in, and we even ordered food down there without anyone saying anything. Then suddenly, they kept moving us around because we weren’t 21 and apparently weren’t supposed to be there—something we didn’t even know at first. The manager didn’t seem to care much or try to help the situation. On the bright side, there was one really professional man who checked on us and made sure we were okay, so props to him. Our waitress was nice, but it felt like she was rushing us out. She offered us a to-go bag right after we got our first appetizer, which felt a bit off. Not the worst place, but definitely could’ve been handled better.

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dLeña is rated 4.7 stars by 2233 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Mount Vernon Square

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 74 times today
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
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, 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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Delivery & takeout
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