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Joselito Casa de Comidas, Washington, DC
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Award-winning

Joselito Casa de Comidas

4.7
4.7
1271 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish
NOTE: WE DON'T TAKE RESERVATIONS FOR BAR SEATING. GUEST WHO WANTED TO BE SEATED AT THE BAR WILL HAVE THEIR RESERVATION CANCELLED/NO SHOW. BAR IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS.

Joselito Casa de Comidas is a small and intimate Spanish restaurant reminiscent of those found throughout Spain at the turn of the century. Our menu showcases classic Spanish dishes with an innovative and playful twist.

While the vibe at Joselito is casual and laid back, service is paramount to us. We aim to deliver Old World attention to detail to ensure each guest’s overall experience is nothing short of spectacular.


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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 930-6955
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Executive chef
    David Sierra
  • Private party facilities
    For more information about menu options, pricing and to inquire about availability, kindly contact us via phone at 202-930-6955 or email at info@joselitodc.com
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Cross street
    7th and Pennsylvania Ave SE
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Across the street from the Eastern Market Metro station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,271 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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

1,271 Reviews
  1. AndrewD

    Seattle

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We found this gem while been looking for a lunch place. We ordered red Sangria, wine, spanish seafood rice (don’t remember exactly the name), veal cheeks, duck breast. The Sangria presentation was very unique with large cube of frozen fruit - very flavorful! All food was very flavorful and tasty. Veal cheeks were so tender, melted in your mouth; duck breast was very flavorful and tender with crunchy grilled crust - one of the best ducks we tried. Good service with authentic ambience of tapas restaurant in Spain. We loved it!

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  2. KarinK

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We ordered a great variety of tapas and every bite was different and delicious. A great dining experience.

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  3. None

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Servers and hostess attentive and very friendly. We always enjoy the menu and ambience.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and the service was great. I’d come again.

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  5. Leidug

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great service, impeccable by Oscar, my reservation was canceled, I arrived 13 minutes late, hostess needs more training to understand the concept of hospitality. Upon my arrival she said she had canceled my reservation even though she had called to confirm. I explained I had gotten lost. I asked her when will the next table be available? She said she had no more tables available for the night and welcome to sit at the bar. So I sat at bar while waiting for my partner to arrive. I asked the bartender/server Oscar if a table would become available within the next few minutes, I would rather sit at the table as I celebrated my birthday. He accommodated us, great service, food!! Etc.. However just work on creating a welcoming warmth environment and focusing on solutions goes a long way. Rather than showing you are in charge with a harsh tone of voice will definitely send the wrong message. More training in the Art of Hospitality!! Thank you!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    When I payed they on purpose added more tip on what I had originally given. It was very dishonest to do that

    Joselito Casa de ComidasResponded on September 7, 2023

    Good afternoon Mr. Botero, The refund has been made, please review your email and thank you for calling us dishonest instead of calling us to see what the error was. Gustavo Iniesta, G.M.

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  7. ILMDMAVA

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really delicious, xreative and outstanding flavors. Very nice, unobtrusive service.

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  8. joans

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and really good sangria. Very pleasant ambiance. Small plates, with wonderful bread and olive oil on the side. Enough to fill one up.

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  9. Gelato

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came in on a Friday during lunch time for Restaurant Week (Summer, 2023). Staff were professional, welcoming and attentive. The interior is simple, clean and classy. The cold tapas we had were refreshing and the hot tapas were savory and filling. The desserts were great, not overly sweet and very satisfying. Overall, food was delicious and we had a wonderful experience at Joselito. Thank you!

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  10. arlingtondiner2022

    Washington DC

    112 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    112 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were super impressed with everything at Joselito, the food and the presentation were out of this world. The service was very attentive and friendly. One of the best restaurants in DC, 🙏.

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  11. pleased

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Extraordinary flavors. Perfect service. Finally a restaurant where one can hear the people at your own table!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous find -- This has become my go-to restaurant on Capitol Hill. It is ideal for lunches with friends or business associates. It is quiet for conversation, with simple yet elegant surroundings, outstanding food and good service (which is attentive but not obsequious). The $28 fixed price, 3-course lunch is a tremendous value. The only difficulty is the restaurant is hard to find. It is located on Pennsylvania Ave SE between 6th and 7th but the signage is so understated that I walked by it dozens of times and never noticed it. It is a hidden gem between District Taco and Le Pain Quotidien.

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  13. GabrieleL

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food is great, nice venue!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food and service the duck breast and tuna crudo is amazing

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  15. jayne

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice place for tapas and cocktails. Great service.

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  16. Elizabeth

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great evening celebrating our wedding anniversary. They even gave us complementary champagne!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1
    Poor management. Parts of the bar look like a storage space. Staff congregate at back of restaurant rather than attend the bar or tables. Half the diners are put into a separate room with very load AC unit, kills the atmosphere in the main section. Menu is lacking and over prices.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everthing was great, food, service, drinks outstanding!

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  19. Neighbor

    Washington DC

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always. the chef at Joselito adds new items to the menu and adds something different - and delicious - to old favorites .

    1 person found this helpful

  20. Popi

    Philadelphia

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The servers were courteous and helpful. The food was great on all counts. The noise was insufferable and extremely annoying. Not sure if I can go again just for that. The access to the restrooms confusing and unacceptable.

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  21. BarbaraL

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I love this restaurant. Excellent service and food. If your lucky enough to get there for happy hour, it’s a real bargain.

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  22. MeredithR

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for brunch early on a Sunday morning. Sangria was amazing. Both of our dishes were inspired, fresh and delicious. Ambiance was chill and cozy. Overall we loved it so much we're making plans to return for dinner.

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  23. MinooT

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience1
    Hi! We went there for my friend’s birthday! They never brought the cake and candle (I asked them in person two times) And the restaurant is very boring and quite for Friday night! ( no music !!) I would say go there for just a brunch since the food quality was good (small portions)

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another excellent meal! Food amazing, service wonderful, drinks fantastic.

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  25. madwomandc

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is AMAZING, from the Sangria to dessert. As a group we ordered various fish dishes (and one duck) and everything was cooked perfectly. The Arroz caldoso with its various types of seafood was remarkable in that the clams, mussels and shrimp amongst it all were sweet, tender and fantastic. They have a very congenial atmosphere, sometimes the wait staff can be a little quiet but very, very attentive. We will be returning that's for sure!

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  26. luvfood

    Washington DC

    41 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    They had a large private party which seemed to be stressing staff and kitchen. Overall, very pricey for quality and quantity of food.

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  27. JeannieA

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    food and service was wonderful! Nice atmosphere, it was very quiet when we had dinner and enjoyed the music and conversation. I hadn’t been in awhile and certainly will return more often.

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  28. Rich

    Washington DC

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Joselito is fast earning a reputation as one of the two or three best restaurants on Capitol Hill and a top place to eat in Washington DC. Their menu, offering small, medium, and large alternative portions of most dishes, maximizes choice. The preparations are imaginative, but what impresses one most is how well they do traditional offerings like Gazpacho (the best in town!), seafood dishes, and flan. Their wine list is excellent and the sangria is actually drinkable! The service is authoritative, friendly, and efficient. Grandes elogios por Joselito!

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  29. GlennO

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Must-haves: deep-fried anchovies and pulpo! I love that most items on the menu can be ordered in three different portions.

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  30. Katemily

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this restaurant! Great wines, delicious food and wonderful service. Thank you so much!

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  31. JohnH

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Originating service was a bit slow as we waited for quite a while after being seated. Eventually, I caught the bartenders eye and he came to the table so we could order wine (we would have had a cocktail first, but again, waited 15 minutes to get service after being seated). When we did get a server, she seemed annoyed with us for some reason. The food and ambiance are always great.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was incredible. Great location and a great intimate atmosphere. Service was the best.

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  33. RegularChicagoDiner

    Richmond

    152 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    152 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely neighborhood fell with great dishes that are not the same as you will find elsewhere. Fine food without pretension

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  34. MarkM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Jose lito has great potential the decor is awesome but the overdressed waiters and service style makes it feel like the restaurant is dated. Food is mixed, some of our dishes were excellent some were just alright.

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  35. arlingtondiner2022

    Washington DC

    112 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    112 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed lunch at Joselito, food as always very delicious and great service, very happy they opened for lunch now.

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  36. loveitaly

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very happy that they are now serving lunch. A great menu

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  37. VivHar

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Very pleasant staff, albeit somewhat unattentive. Quiet, pleasant space. Paucity of vegetable dishes. Overly salted food. Nice, but there are better Spanish restaurants in the area.

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  38. Matt

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Truly one of the best tapas meals I’ve ever had. Unique and fresh - a real treat

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  39. MandyM

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food is outstanding. There are good vegetarian options and several seafood options for pescatarians. The service was good.

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  40. SantiagoR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Disfrute mucho la cena. Los platos fueron excepcionales. Gracias

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Joselito Casa de Comidas does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Joselito Casa de Comidas also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 930-6955.

Joselito Casa de Comidas is rated 4.7 stars by 1271 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 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Joselito Casa de Comidas

660 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    7th and Pennsylvania Ave SE
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Across the street from the Eastern Market Metro station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Executive chef
    David Sierra
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 930-6955
  • Private party facilities
    For more information about menu options, pricing and to inquire about availability, kindly contact us via phone at 202-930-6955 or email at info@joselitodc.com
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