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Jaleo - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Jaleo - DC

4.7 (11242)
$30 and under
Spanish
480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 105 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Imagined through the creative lens of Chef José Andrés and his team, Jaleo brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain by showcasing the rich regional diversity of Spanish cuisine. Celebrating the traditional as well as the cutting-edge, Jaleo offers a taste of Spain in a festive, stylish, and casual atmosphere.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
    (202) 628-7949
  • Website
    https://www.jaleo.com/location/washington-dc/
  • 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
  • Location
    480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004
  • 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

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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

Menu

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What 11,242 people are saying

Jaleo - DC 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaleo in DC impresses with "exceptional food," "wonderful service," and "delicious plates." Diners rave about the "creative and efficiently served foods" and the "authentic Spanish tapas experience." The atmosphere is "energetic," and the "desserts are a highlight." A must-visit for "excellent vegetarian options" and the "Jaleo Classics Chef's Tasting Menu."
11,242 Reviews

  1. liz

    Baltimore / Maryland3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would go for the pan con tomate alone, but everything was outstanding, including the spicy margarita!

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  2. Jeffrey VIP

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Really fun tasting menu experience at Jaleo. The restaurant was loud, so hard to have conversations without feeling like we were yelling and tables were right on top of one another. The food and service were both excellent.

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  3. Tina VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first time at Jaleo so we decided to do one of the tasting menus in order to get a good representation of what they offer. It was absolutely delicious! All of the chefs' choices were excellent and some were incredible. The service was excellent. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable about all of the dishes. The other staff members were also attentive in bringing water and clearing plates right when needed. We will definitely be back.

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  4. Mary Jo VIP

    Pinehurst1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The Croquetas Cremosas de Jamon Iberico did not taste of ham plus they were a creamy mess. The Patatas Bravas potatoes were properly cook but the huge globs of aioli were not necessary. The Sangria Rjoa 1.2 pitcher for $38 was okay but pricey and the only fruit were a couple orange slices.
    Jaleo - DCResponded today
    Mary Jo, your honesty motivates us to refine our vibrant flavors and lively ambiance. We'd love to recreate that quintessential Spanish gathering on your next visit to Jaleo!

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  5. Ian

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Services was amazing, I enjoyed the experience. The drinks were good, as well and the location was good too.
    Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Ian! Thanks for visiting Jaleo and sharing your vibrant experience with us. We're delighted you loved the bold flavors, festive energy, and joyful celebration of Spanish culture! José Andrés Group looks forward to your next dining adventure.

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  6. John VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As usual, great. The scampi had less “blend “ than is sometimes the case. While I thought it was very good, we did leave a bit of spinach on the plate.

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  7. Andrea

    Seattle / Eastern Washington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was wonderful and very knowledgeable. His patience was appreciated as some of our party thought the reservation was earlier. I’m only in town for a few days but want to try to come back because it was that good! ☺️ Thanks again to the wonderful staff.
    Jaleo - DCResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Andrea! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at Jaleo - DC. It's great to know that our team's knowledge and patience were appreciated. We strive to provide the best service possible, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We're thrilled that you decided to come back and that you found the food and service to be worth coming back for. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again in the future. Cheers!

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  8. Felicia

    South Carolina3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Severely overcrowded. Long wait with reservations. Food good, not great.
    Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago
    Felicia, we're so glad you visited our Jaleo in Washington, DC! On your next visit, please allow us to treat you to a tapa or two as our guests. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide the energetic, joyful celebration of Spanish flavors we strive for.

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  9. Jonathan

    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food and service were excellent. However, the large crowd of people standing near our table coupled with their loud talking was off putting.
    Jaleo - DCResponded 4 days ago
    Jonathan, we're delighted you enjoyed the excellent food and service at Jaleo! Your kind compliments mean so much to our team. While the energetic ambiance aims to capture the joyful spirit of Spanish gatherings, we understand it may not appeal to all. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share this valuable feedback.

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  10. Susan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, creative and efficiently served foods to complete well designed social settings.

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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 11242 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Penn Quarter

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 105 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
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • Website
    https://www.jaleo.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-7949
  • 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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