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Oyamel, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Oyamel

4.6
4.6
9708 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 109 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Hot spot
At Oyamel, José Andrés and his team combine Mexico's rich regional diversity with the vibrant urban atmosphere of Mexico City. The liveliness of the dining room is matched by the creativity of the menu and cocktail list, featuring antojitos--Mexican small plates--ceviches and tacos.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-1005
  • Website
    https://www.oyamel.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Foschi
  • Private party facilities
    At Oyamel, it feels like a fiesta the moment you walk through the door. Our bright spaces and vibrant décor paired with savory Mexican bites and unique cocktails come together to create an event you’ll never forget.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross street
    D Street
  • Parking details
    There are ample public lots in the Gallery Place/Chinatown/Penn Quarter area. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro or Archives/Navy Memorial
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 9,708 people are saying

Oyamel 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mexican

  • District of Columbia

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oyamel offers an "amazing" Mexican culinary experience with "fantastic" guacamole and margaritas. The "unique flavors" and "innovative" dishes keep patrons returning. While the atmosphere is "fun" and "colorful," it can be "very loud." Service is generally "attentive," though some guests note occasional slow service. Overall, a "must-visit" in DC.

9,708 Reviews

  1. Stephen VIP

    Hawaii17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We asked to sit outside and was told there were no tables available. There were 4 open tables the entire time we were there. The restaurant was very loud. You could not carry a conversation. The food is very tasty. The drink was all ice.

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  2. Eri VIP

    Mexico City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Guillermo is the best waiter, ask for him. The food, the service and the ambience was great.

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  3. Jim

    Washington DC1 review

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    This is not Tex mex - chef trying too hard to be authentic that it’s gone off the rails - cheese enchilada tasted like burnt coal - refried black beans were like road tar - even the chips were so flaked in in salt it tasted like I was eating pure salt - stop trying so hard and just make regular Mexican food

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  4. John VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The food is generally good, but the scene is too chaotic and the service is rushed. It's going downhill, in my opinion.

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  5. Michael

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tremendous brunch. Lots of vegetarian options. Delicious pastries and egg dishes.

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  6. Bridget VIP

    Seattle14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is second to none. Had the tasting menu with pairings last year and decided to go a little less hard this visit. Four tacos later and I’m still rolling out! As a carnivore I was surprised by how much I was tempted by the vegetarian options. And temptation only led to pleasure. Mushroom tacos rocked! Not that I didn’t also devour with relish the pollo and carnitas, but I will definitely be getting more veggie options next visit.

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  7. Marianne VIP

    Western NC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This is one of my favorite restaurants in DC! If you’re looking for authentic Latin cuisine that is creative and bold, this is the place for you!

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  8. Joanne

    Caribbean4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It is was just okay I thought it was going to be better and had high hopes so did my team

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  9. Kim

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A little loud but can be expected on a Saturday night

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  10. dale

    Washington DC22 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Most of tapas came warm and none came hot. The food had really god flavor and came really fast.

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FAQs

Oyamel offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Oyamel also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 628-1005.

Oyamel is rated 4.6 stars by 9708 OpenTable diners.

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

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 109 times today
Google Map for Oyamel

401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    D Street
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There are ample public lots in the Gallery Place/Chinatown/Penn Quarter area. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro or Archives/Navy Memorial
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Foschi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.oyamel.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-1005
  • Private party facilities
    At Oyamel, it feels like a fiesta the moment you walk through the door. Our bright spaces and vibrant décor paired with savory Mexican bites and unique cocktails come together to create an event you’ll never forget.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910

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