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Oyamel, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Oyamel

4.6 (9773)
$30 and under
Mexican
401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 122 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
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 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • 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 9,773 people are saying

Oyamel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mexican

  • District of Columbia

    Mexican

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oyamel offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food" and innovative Mexican dishes. Known for its "amazing tacos" and "excellent service," the restaurant provides a lively atmosphere, though it can be "very noisy." Highlights include the "best guacamole in DC," flavorful margaritas, and a "creative menu" that delights both meat lovers and vegetarians.
9,773 Reviews

  1. Eileen

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding with delicious choices and

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  2. kim VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Food - great service . Jose Andres' restaurant group will never let you down.

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  3. Colleen

    Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great along with the service. It is very loud in this restaurant but we were aware if that.

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  4. Eric VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area18 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food here was decent for the most part. The watermelon salad was over dressed and the service was a bit on the spotty side - between us my wife and I ordered 3 tacos and they conserved taco holders by delivering them all on one taco tray, resulting in the messy need to transfer one taco across the table. Tacos were good; highly recommend the mushroom one; brussels sprouts were also good. Esquites was nothing to write home about.

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  5. Donna and Brian VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area87 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish at Oyamel met or exceeded our expectations from the smoky salsa that comes gratis to the table to the Cafe de Olla we had for dessert. Highlights included the summer corn, cauliflower, brisket and the molten queso with chorizo. The meal overall is an excellent value for the money. The service is attentive and thoughtful. We enjoyed the experience and plan to return.

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  6. Desiree

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and server friendly. Very busy and somewhat slow service. We weren’t in a hurry so slowness wasn’t a problem. My only complaint is that it is a very loud restaurant. They could benefit from some sound absorption on the walls/ceiling.

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  7. Deborah VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner experience was very good. Only negative were lights went out in our row by windows supposedly to create more romantic ambience though rest of restaurant remained brightly lit. We just felt half of meal was eating in the dark.

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  8. Daniela

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an amazing dinner at Oyamel with my family. The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was outstanding! Our server Joanna took such great care of us — she gave us fantastic recommendations, especially for the kids. The menu can be a little tricky for younger palates, especially if they’re not into spicy food, but she helped us pick the perfect dishes, and everything turned out wonderfully. My dad ordered the tortilla soup and absolutely loved it. We also enjoyed the Atún Pacífico ceviche and the chilorio de Res tacos. The margaritas were super refreshing — a perfect match for our meal. Thank you to the whole team for such a special evening. We’ll definitely be back!

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  9. Diane

    Washington, D.C. Area64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice variety of menu items, many of which are unique to this restaurant. The special of the day, stuffed, deep fried squash blossoms were outstanding. Hope I get a chance to order them again.

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  10. Kathy

    Portland / Oregon3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding and unusual food. Another win for Jose Andres

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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 9773 OpenTable diners.

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

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 122 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 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • 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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