Arrels

4.5 (11)

$30 and under

Spanish

333 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001

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2 people

May 19, 2025

May 2025

7:30 PM

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Charming
Fancy

Arrels is a modern Spanish restaurant rooted in tradition and fueled by open-fire cooking led by award-winning Chef Pepe Moncayo.
At Arrels—meaning “roots” in Catalan—guests can expect modern interpretations of classic Spanish dishes, inspired by Moncayo’s Barcelona heritage. The restaurant blends tradition with open-fire cooking, offering updated tapas, crafted cocktails, and warm hospitality that appeals to locals and visitors alike.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Contemporary European
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 713-9988
Website
http://www.arrels-dc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Pepe Moncayo
Catering
Arrels' catering, crafted by award-winning Chef Pepe Moncayo, blends Spanish tradition with innovative flavors. Drawing from his Spanish roots, Chef Moncayo’s menu reimagines classic Spanish dishes—from tapas and composed plates to refreshing sangrias and gin and tonics.
Private party facilities
Where sophistication blends with culinary mastery. From grand celebrations on our breathtaking rooftop with sweeping city views, an intimate gathering in our private room, or a corporate meeting in our stylish brick-wall studios, our venues provide the perfect setting. Delight your guests menus curated by award-winning Chef Pepe Moncayo.

Location
333 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 11 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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Washington, D.C. Area
Innovative
District of Columbia
Innovative
District of Columbia
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Arrels delights with its "excellent prix fixe lunch menu" and "exceptional culinary skills" of Chef Pepe Moncayo. Guests rave about the "shrimp skewers," "duck paella," and "amazing fiduea." The "friendly and attentive service" enhances the "fantastic" atmosphere, making Arrels a must-visit for Spanish cuisine enthusiasts.

11 Reviews

J
Jose Manuel VIP
Washington DC18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful addition to the scene of high-quality Spanish restaurants in the city. Excellent prix fixe lunch menu. The escalivada and shrimp skewers were delicious and so was the duck paella
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KRYSTLE VIP
New York City47 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I enjoyed the shrimp skewers and the eggplant dip with crackers!
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Barclay VIP
Washington DC58 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cocktails. Very good quality dishes. Will come back.
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Janice VIP
Chicago23 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Before discovering that Arrels was on OpenTable, my husband and I had already dined there twice. Each time, we were blown away by Chef Pepe Moncayo’s exceptional culinary skills and the high quality of the ingredients. The Suquet was so satisfying, we ended up ordering it four times over the course of three visits. Other menu highlights we enjoyed included the Branzino (catch of the day), Iberico Presa, Guisantes a la Brasa, Churros for dessert, and glasses of Arrocal Joven 2021 to pair with the meals.
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Gary
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fiduea was amazing. Small portion though. Oysters were great. Overall fantastic.
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ENRIQUE
Mexico City14 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and ambiance. Service a little bit slow but the food was worth it
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Roderick
Louisville1 review
2.0
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food was unimpressive. Previous reviews got us there. We are foodies and ate Michelin star couple nights prior. Tried a bunch of dishes. Nothing stood out.
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Fabio
Jacksonville9 reviews
3.0
Dined on December 30, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wir waren mit dem Essen leider nicht sehr glücklich. Die Paella und Gambas al Ajillo entsprach nicht meinen Erwartungen, schade. Es war nicht schlecht, aber mit dem Original aus Spanien hatten die Gerichte meiner Ansicht nach nicht biel zu tun, was ich sehr schade gefunden habe.
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Constanza
Mexico City1 review
5.0
Dined on December 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely adored Arrels, the chef Pepe designed a perfect menu.
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Loanny
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I can’t say enough good things about Ashley, Gracie & my girl Krysti! From the moment I walked in, their service was exceptional. They went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and truly cared for. And the food—wow! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. You can tell they put so much love and attention into every detail. Ashley and K’s friendly and attentive service made the experience even better. Thank you both for an amazing experience—I’ll definitely be back soon! If you can’t tip them, stay home 🫶🏼
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Arrels is rated 4.5 stars by 11 OpenTable diners.

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333 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Mediterranean, Contemporary European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Pepe Moncayo
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.arrels-dc.com/
Phone number
(202) 713-9988
Catering
Arrels' catering, crafted by award-winning Chef Pepe Moncayo, blends Spanish tradition with innovative flavors. Drawing from his Spanish roots, Chef Moncayo’s menu reimagines classic Spanish dishes—from tapas and composed plates to refreshing sangrias and gin and tonics.
Private party facilities
Where sophistication blends with culinary mastery. From grand celebrations on our breathtaking rooftop with sweeping city views, an intimate gathering in our private room, or a corporate meeting in our stylish brick-wall studios, our venues provide the perfect setting. Delight your guests menus curated by award-winning Chef Pepe Moncayo.

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