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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   1 review

   vip
   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 8, 2022

   overall2food2service2ambience3

   Guacamole was not good. Tortilla chips have changed and are no longer good. Salsa was watery. Fish taco was mushy. Service was average at best. Host and hostess were unkind and unhelpful. The only thing that was good was the margarita. We have loved this place since it opened, but this may have been our last visit. Very sad as this restaurant has always been one of our favorites.

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Baltimore

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 8, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Mother’s Day

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia

   20 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on May 7, 2022

   overall3food4service4ambience3

   We used to dine at Oyamel frequently when we lived near DC. We came back to visit and were a bit disappointed. The food was still very good, but the wonderful cocktails with special attention to details, like large, flavored ice balls and flowers were off the menu. Our waiter was attentive. We were seated in a large booth with no back support which was uncomfortable and the temperature of the restaurant was quite cold. Not sure we'd go back again if in the area because the sparkle is gone.

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Birmingham

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 5, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Oyamel was absolutely outstanding! We did the chef’s tasting menu and every single dish that was sent out was incredible. The margarita with salt foam was delicious. Service was impeccable. Highly recommend!

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on April 30, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience5

   It was a nice experience! The portion size was small for the amount paid. But the food was tasty!

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   HannaM

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on April 29, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great service and delicious food! Plenty of outdoor seating.

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7. JS

   JSMS

   Atlanta

   17 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on April 24, 2022

   overall3food2service2ambience4

   This is a nice restaurant with a unique atmosphere. However we were disappointed with the food and service. The service was very slow and our waitress would disappear for 15 minutes or more at a time without coming by our table but once we ordered the food it came out fairly fast. Since this was our first time there we needed some help navigating the menu but the wait person did not offer much guidance or suggestions. All of the food was lukewarm and some of the small plates were very small portions and not a good value. The manager did come by though and was very apologetic and did compensate us by taking a few items off of our bill which we did appreciate.

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   Larkanator

   Washington DC

   29 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   29 reviews

   Dined on April 22, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great dining experience. Took my team out to celebrate promotions. The food and drinks were lovely.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on April 20, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience3

   Good and service were outstanding! We ate outside because the weather was nice so we didn’t really take in the ambiance of the restaurant and there was obviously street noise. Overall a highlight of our trip!

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    Gourmand

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Authentic cuisine. Small plates able to try multiple items. All made from scratch. Margaritas are outstanding. Staff was genuine, happy and friendly. Would recommend to ALL. Great place for family or a date night.

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    BrigitteD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always our go to when e are in town. The octopus is a must try!

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12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Special dinner out with family on a trip to DC. Margarita pitchers plus chef’s tasting menu is the only way to experience this place. So so amazing. Highly recommend! And they kept the chips and quesadillas coming for our sons while we took our time to enjoy the different courses. Perfection!

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    AMM4FOOD

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Just all around outstanding experience. Everything that we ordered was excellent, highlighted by ceviche, tacos and vegetable dishes. Will definitely be back.

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    Steve

    Washington DC

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Just a great meal with perfect service!

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    TroS

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    I always love the food at Oyamel. The service has been excellent overall, and even with the nationwide staffing shortages I find they manage to keep a good flow with such a high capacity. My only complaint is the side patio they have setup is on uneven ground and some of the tables are very wobbly. Also some of the tables are set so close together that you can't move your arms while seated without elbowing someone at the next table.

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    dls47

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Food is great and inventive; service fantastic. Pretty noisy, but great energy.

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful service! The food was amazing and the decor inside was the cutest

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    Sam14

    Pittsburgh

    78 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Mexican style tapas with a good variety. Drinks are tasty…love the salt air foam.

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    Alice

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great margaritas, guacamole, and chicken enchiladas! Service was very attentive. Great place for a group.

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20. AH

    AlwaysHungry

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    I very much enjoyed my meal. I thought the food was both good tasting and intelligently conceived. The maitre d’ was very pleasant and brought me to an isolated, outdoor table where I could relax. My server was friendly and helpful. My one criticism is that two courses were brought at the same time. Since I was eating outside, it was impossible to enjoy them both hot. I would certainly come back.

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Service and food was good and prompt. Drinks were pricey and quantity was small for the price. However the drinks were very good. I would go back and recommend to friends.

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    matts

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic, unique, Mexican cuisine. Everything fresh, authentic, made from scratch in house, and the flavor and quality reflects their efforts. I am a big fan and repeat customer. If you are bringing out of towners/guests to dine, have them look at the menu first because it is not your "standard" Mexican cuisine. My friends were a bit put off with the expense (they were thinking tacos=cheap; but it is truly fairly priced), but all said quality of the food was spectacular. Oyamel accommodated my larger group with ease and the service was top shelf. Highly recommend for foodies!

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23. E

    Eatfirst

    San Francisco

    58 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience3

    We had ceviche, salad and tacos: cochinito pibil, fish and vegetarian. Tacos all good. Very disappointed with the ceviche- not only very skimpy amount of shrimp but also cut in half ! Very busy night and staff stretched so our service was disjointed. Won't be back.

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    KateD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    The food was fantastic! We ordered 3 meat dishes and 4 tacos to split between 2 people and it was the perfect amount. Drinks were great too!

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25. ML

    MichaelL

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great dinner!! Thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you!!!

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    pamela

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Nancy was terrific . She Was knowledgeable about the ingredients for each item, checked with the kitchen about a potential substitution, and timed the delivery of our food perfectly.

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27. CC

    CCinDC

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    From the moment I checked in, everyone was awesome! Our waitress was very attentive and explained everything since this was our first visit. The food was great! We ordered the tasting menu. From the cabbage slaw to dessert the chef did not disappoint!

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Such great food and atmosphere!

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    AndrewF

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience4

    The guacamole was stellar as always, but some of the dishes didn’t hit the high notes I am used to at Oyamel. Good but not great this time around, but still one of my favourite places.

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    Marya

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Wonderful, more authentic Mexican experience. Especially enjoyed the tacos both pork and tuna tacos were wonderful. The soup was like grandma would have made it. The only thing I didn't love was the noise. It is popular and crowded as such good food should demand but might be better if the music wasn't pounding in the background.

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31. SK

    SpinsterK

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    As always the food is fresh and deeply flavourful. Authentic but still inventive. The margaritas are wonderful. Not as always this time the service was fast and attentive with no big gaps between dishes. Which we appreciated since we were pre-theater diners. The dessert menu was a Covid pared down version but what was there was great.

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32. J

    Jackie

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Eat here, you won't regret it. A DC gem that doesn't just fill you up with food, also with joy.

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    Flashattack

    Washington DC

    305 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    305 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3

    Arrived for reservation but had to wait about 10 minutes. Service was slow and bland. Food was good - spicy guacamole and queso fundido with chorizo. Good classic margaritas.

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    Jealonso

    Atlanta

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2022

    overall2food4service1ambience4

    Update of a formerly-5-star review. Waited 20 minutes at my table without being acknowledged. I've been here many times during my trips to DC. It's the one restaurant I always look forward to. After 2 years without visiting, I finally had a chance to come to DC and I was very excited. Made a reservation on OpenTable, which says there's a 15 minute grace period. Got there on time, got a table quickly. And then 20 minutes went by and nobody even came by to say hello, much less take a drink order. They've also taken my two favorite dishes off the menu (Chapulines and Chiles en Nogada), although that's likely due to sourcing. I walked over to Jaleo, solely because I respect Jose Andres too much not to spend with his restaurants. I hope my next time in Oyamel isn't like this

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food and our server were excellent.

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36. CC

    CuriousCarnivore

    Washington DC

    92 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Love Jose but success may be compromising quality. No guacamole available. Special pork dish dry and not hot. Good news is that wait staff attentive and friendly. Reservation kept and shown to table immediately. No recognition of birthday.

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37. DN

    DN55

    Portland

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall2food3service3ambience2

    Very noisy. Uncomfortably so

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    It was good.

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    LisaF

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    The Brussel sprouts were a wee salty (perfect for someone who loves salt more than me, though!) but the margaritas more than made up for it. Absolutely perfect. And our server was just the right amount of attentive without hovering.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome place. Food was outstanding and service was too!!

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