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Jaleo - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Jaleo - DC

4.7 (11146)
$30 and under
Spanish
480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 173 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • 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 11,146 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaleo in DC offers a lively atmosphere with "delicious food," "authentic Spanish tapas," and "great service." Often praised for its "exceptional paella" and "wonderful small plates," it's a favorite for both locals and visitors. Although some experiences vary, overall, it's a "great spot" for a "memorable dining experience."

11,146 Reviews
  1. Maria VIP

    Sacramento95 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. The gazpacho was to die for, as were the cod bunuelos and the flan. Our server was very friendly without being interfering. The only not so good thing was the noise level - it was hard to hear the person seated with me above all the noise. Highly recommend this tapas restaurant!

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  2. Lori

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous tapas-fried calamari, fried artichokes, patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo, and flan!

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  3. Valerie Driscoll

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, Service and Ambiance were stellar. Highly recommended for a wonderful experience.
    Jaleo - DCResponded on August 7, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us at Jaleo - DC! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, service, and ambiance. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We strive to provide memorable experiences for our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  4. Chad

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the Jose experience tasting menu with the accompanying sips. It was one of the best meals I have ever had. The progression of bites was well thought out and the wines paired were not ones I was familiar with but complimented the meal superbly. To add to that, our waiter was super attentive and never on top of you. It was a top notch evening that I look forward to repeating. It’s an experience.
    Jaleo - DCResponded on August 3, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Jose experience tasting menu and found it to be one of the best meals you've ever had. It's great to know that our wine selection complemented your meal and that our attentive service added to your experience. We're already looking forward to your next visit. Thanks again for the kind words!

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  5. mark

    Washington DC5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 2, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My group was 4 adults. Most importantly, the food was just ok. We ordered about 10 tapas and the large paella (meat, not fish). The sausage was bland, the meat was fairly bland and quite meaty-tasting. Of the 10 tapas we very much liked 2 and the others ranged from good to okay.
    Jaleo - DCResponded on August 3, 2024
    Hey BigRedDog, We're really glad to hear that you enjoyed the paella and the meat, and we appreciate your feedback on our tapas. We're always looking to improve our menu and your comments will certainly help us do that. We're pleased that you found our service satisfactory, and we hope to see you again soon. Thanks for choosing Jaleo - DC. Best, The Management Team

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  6. Mark VIP

    Indiana56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on August 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Paella needed more seasoning - would have liked more rice. But still a gem in DC.

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  7. Michelle

    East Sussex3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, service and food. Would definitely recommend.
    Jaleo - DCResponded on August 2, 2024
    Hey MichB, Thank you for your kind words and for recommending us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and food at Jaleo - DC. Your satisfaction is our top priority and your feedback is truly appreciated. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    delicious food and drinks, great service, and a wonderful evening. All the food was absolutely amazing. Our server was attentive, timed the tapas perfectly so we didn’t receive them all at once. highly recommended
    Jaleo - DCResponded on August 2, 2024
    Hey, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great evening at Jaleo - DC and enjoyed our food and drinks. It's always our goal to provide attentive service and perfect timing, so we're glad we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good experience with great tasty food and quality of everything.
    Jaleo - DCResponded on August 2, 2024
    Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us at Jaleo - DC. It's great to know that you enjoyed our tasty food and found quality in everything. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we're grateful for your support. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent! We highly recommend the paella.

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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 11146 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
11:00 PM
Booked 173 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
  • 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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