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Washington, D.C. Area
Mexican
District of Columbia
Mexican
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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 9717 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004