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Oyamel, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Oyamel

4.6 (9747)
$30 and under
Mexican
401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Innovative
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–Sat 11:30 am–11:00 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 9,747 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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 "innovative Mexican food" and a "unique menu" that delights both meat lovers and vegetarians. The atmosphere is lively, though "very loud," but the "attentive and cheerful" service complements the flavorful dishes. Don't miss the "fantastic guacamole" and "outstanding margaritas."
9,747 Reviews

  1. Sean VIP

    Wisconsin36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tasting menu is such a good value and is a great way to try so many different things. One of my favorite things to do when visiting DC

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  2. Sarah

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing tacos in a fun atmosphere! Service was great as well!

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  3. Jennifer

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not the best table seat even after making a reservation we felt thrown into the thoroughfare but it was minor. Overall a great experience!!

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  4. Shannon

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Oyamel is one of our favorites! The guacamole is a definite must: so fresh and so flavorful. Every time we've dined here, the food has been outstanding. If you like margaritas, try the Oyamel salt air version - a foamy, flavorful take on this drink. This time, our choices included the enchiladas verdes and an assortment of tacos along with a side of refried black beans. All delicious! For dessert, try to coffee ice cream that comes with caramel sauce, caramelized bananas, and lime wedges. If you are attending a show at the Shakespeare Theater Company, Oyamel is a very short walk to either of those theaters.

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  5. Stuart

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Looking for some of the tastiest Mexican food in DC? Chef Foschi and his team knock it out of the park consistently by combining authentic, bold flavors for his incredibly prepared dishes. Sure, it can be a bit noisy but rest assured, your meal (and salt air margarita’s) will be remembered and you’ll leave happy and full. Oyamel, see you soon!

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  6. Adarsh

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Always fantastically delicious - and especially accommodating for vegetarians.

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  7. Marina VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    I was running late to my res. I texted the restaurant via open table twice and directly once. Arrived 15 min late due to traffic in DC. They did not hold my table and made me sit at the bar at the first seat next to the door. Food - guacamole and ceviche were great. The rest of the food was not great. Expected more from a Jose Andreas place, especially because China Chilcano is so good! Got 2 mezcal drinks. Just ok. Would not return. Lots of other good Mexican options in the area.

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  8. Elizabeth

    Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service incredibly slow but professional and friendly. WAY TOO LOUD..... Food is good but its not enjoyable when you cant carry on a conversation AT ALL.

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  9. Darla

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The noise level was VERY LOUD! We could not hear ourselves talking amongst ourselves! The food was not brought out together. One meal was brought out, then the other six meals after she had finished her meal!! The food and drinks were mediocre! We won't return!

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  10. Liz

    Columbus3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant! Will be back! I had the green tamale and it was delicious. We had guacamole for the table and I had to fight to get any! We shared the upside down flan cake and the coffee flavored ice cream/pudding dessert and they were both amazing.

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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 9747 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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 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–Sat 11:30 am–11:00 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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