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Jaleo - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Jaleo - DC

4.7 (11149)
$30 and under
Spanish
480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 159 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Imagined through the creative lens of Chef José Andrés and his team, Jaleo brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain by showcasing the rich regional diversity of Spanish cuisine. Celebrating the traditional as well as the cutting-edge, Jaleo offers a taste of Spain in a festive, stylish, and casual atmosphere.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-7949
  • Website
    https://www.jaleo.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    John White
  • Catering
    Bring a taste of Spain to your next meeting, event, or offsite with Jaleo's new lunch catering menu. Choose between individual lunch boxes or customizable sandwich packages, featuring favorites like our fútbol club and gazpacho. Catering is available for both delivery and pick-up within Washington, DC.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of DC’s exciting Penn Quarter neighborhood, Jaleo DC is just steps from all the excitement of our nation’s capital and provides a bright setting for seated meals or standing receptions. For smaller events, our Standing Tapas Bar is perfect for after-work gatherings.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910
  • Location
    480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross street
    E Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • A Feast to Remember: Whole Roasted Suckling Pig

    $475.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Experience an unforgettable feast at Jaleo DC with our Whole Roasted Suckling Pig, available for a limited time. Perfect for gatherings of 4-6, this exceptional offering includes a perfectly roasted pig accompanied by a selection of Spanish classics: patatas a lo pobre, a crisp green salad, pan con tomate, and sweet piquillos confitado. This is your chance to enjoy an authentic Spanish celebration right here in DC. Don’t miss it—reserve your table today for a culinary experience like no other.
    A Feast to Remember: Whole Roasted Suckling Pig Photo

Private dining

Menu

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What 11,149 people are saying

Jaleo - DC 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

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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jaleo in DC offers a lively atmosphere with "delicious food," "authentic Spanish tapas," and "great service." Often praised for its "exceptional paella" and "wonderful small plates," it's a favorite for both locals and visitors. Although some experiences vary, overall, it's a "great spot" for a "memorable dining experience."
11,149 Reviews

  1. Vinny

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious good. Great service. The food and cocktail menu offer great options.

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  2. Tracy

    Milwaukee11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding experience at Jaleo. Food & service were both extraordinary. Thoroughly enjoyed the scallops, eggplant, and blue cheese & fruit pairing. Don’t skip dessert - the olive oil ice cream with grapefruit, in which the grapefruit stole the show, was an excellent end to a memorable meal. Every visit to DC should include a meal at Jaleo.

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  3. Heather VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I have an auto-immune disease and I had made a reservation for outdoor seating. I told the hostess this and was told I had to sit the bar or the tent despite my reservation. This was relatively early and there were plenty of seats in the outdoor area.. Over the years I and my husband and my larger family group have come to Jaleo’s because of the good food, the good service, and because the restaurant group supports the larger community when there are natural disasters etc. Therefore I was shocked that my health issues were not taken seriously.. I may return to Jaleo’s at some point but right now I am extremely upset.

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  4. Robinson

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Try the eggplants, you won’t regret it.

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  5. Matt VIP

    St. Louis190 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite spot in DC to have dinner. The menu always has some of my favorites, croquettes and fennel & apple salad. I always venture out and try something new too, last night was the Canary Islands rabbit and it was incredible. Great wine list too.

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  6. Gayle VIP

    Philadelphia11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing tapas food. Everything was delicious. Only wish I could have eaten more!

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  7. Nicole

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot! Tons of GF options for Celiac friends.

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  8. Robert

    San Francisco1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I have eaten here before and enjoyed the food and atmosphere until this meal. We did the tasting menu with wine pairing. While some courses were good some were mediocre. The wait staff basically shoved food on the table when we asked if they could slow down a bit we were ignored. The waiter basically dumped off the food and pointed to the wine and said this “This wine is good with that food”. Very disappointing.

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  9. Dolly

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely exceptional experience. Food, wine and service was outstanding!

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  10. Karen

    Anchorage1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner of small plates and gin and tonic flights. Services was very good. Would go back.

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FAQs

Jaleo - DC does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Jaleo - DC also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 628-7949.

Jaleo - DC is rated 4.7 stars by 11149 OpenTable diners.

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

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

Make a reservation

Booked 159 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Jaleo - DC

480 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    E Street
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John White
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.jaleo.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-7949
  • Catering
    Bring a taste of Spain to your next meeting, event, or offsite with Jaleo's new lunch catering menu. Choose between individual lunch boxes or customizable sandwich packages, featuring favorites like our fútbol club and gazpacho. Catering is available for both delivery and pick-up within Washington, DC.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of DC’s exciting Penn Quarter neighborhood, Jaleo DC is just steps from all the excitement of our nation’s capital and provides a bright setting for seated meals or standing receptions. For smaller events, our Standing Tapas Bar is perfect for after-work gatherings.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910

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