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El Centro D.F. - Georgetown, Washington, DC

El Centro D.F. - Georgetown

4.6
4.6
1985 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 49 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Chef Richard Sandoval invites you to gather, dine and raise a glass at El Centro, D.F. Authentic Mexican comfort food and fine Tequilas are served in three vibrant spaces.

Reaching back to his roots, internationally acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval created El Centro DF to introduce Washington DC to signature authentic Mexican flavors and traditional dishes that he grew up enjoying. The dynamic two-story restaurant in Georgetown, with a back patio, is also home to over 300 tequilas, mezcals alongside craft Mexican-inspired drinks.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 333-4100
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Richard Sandoval
  • Private party facilities
    Reaching back to his culinary roots, Chef Sandoval created El Centro DF to introduce Washington, D.C. to signature authentic Mexican flavors and traditional dishes that he grew up enjoying. The dynamic two-story restaurant in Georgetown, with back patio, is also the home to 200 tequilas and mezcals!
  • Private party contact
    DC Events Team: (888) 387-7245
  • Neighbourhood
    Georgetown
  • Cross Street
    M Street NW
  • Parking details
    There is both street parking and a public lot.
  • Public transit
    Just North of the intersection of Wisconsin Ave NW and M St NW.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Everyday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.,Mon - Fri - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.,Sat - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Join us in the Bar 7 days a week for Happy Hour featuring Small Bites, Tacos, Beer, Wine and Cocktails. Reservations are not needed or taken for Happy Hour. MONDAY - FRIDAY | 4 PM - 7 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY | 4 PM - 5 PM

What 1,985 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Centro D.F. in Georgetown delights with "best Mexican food we have had in the states," combining a vibrant atmosphere with "fantastic drinks and great food." The brunch menu shines with diverse drink options and "bottomless brunch" favorites. Service is often praised as attentive, creating a lively dining experience.

1,985 Reviews
  1. Dana

    VIP

    Washington DC

    65 reviews

    1.0

    65 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This is one of the most unappealing restaurants I have been to in a long time. Our first contact at the restaurant was not the least bit friendly. I told him my name and reservation time. He then asked my name and reservation time. He took us to a dingy space upstairs with at least 13 tables, only one was occupied. Of course he seated us next to that one table. The waitress was nice enough but service was extremely slow. The table wobbled, the table top was made of old recycled wood and the table top was uneven so that a plate wouldn't sit flat on the table. The food was mediocre at best. We did the restaurant week menu. After the first two courses we asked to take the dessert home so we could leave. On the way home we gave the dessert to a homeless person on a street nearby. We won't be returning to this place.

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  2. Anne-Marie

    VIP

    Washington DC

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food Great server Fun atmosphere Great cocktails
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, cocktails, and fun atmosphere. We'll be sure to share your kind words with our team. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience soon!

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  3. Alina

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was on point and attentive !! Definitely coming back
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that your waiter provided attentive service. We'll be sure to share your kind words with the team. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  4. Chris

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent dinner. We were a large party and the staff were very accommodating. Much appreciated!
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed your dinner and that our team could accommodate your large party. It was our pleasure to host you, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  5. Erin

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great way to celebrate my daughters birthdays. The pepjno margarita was amazing and the churros for dessert fantastic.
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for choosing El Centro to celebrate your daughter's birthday! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our pepino margarita and churros. We always strive to provide a memorable experience for our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We hope to see you again soon for more memorable celebrations!

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  6. Steven

    Philadelphia

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Omg. Small menu, great food. Some Mexican restaurants smother food in cheese. This was simple, flavorful, spot on. Thanks to Nikolai (sorry if spelling is not correct) for awesome time!! My entire family had same comment - best Mexican food we have had in the states.
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Steven! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our simple yet flavorful Mexican cuisine. It's wonderful to know that we hit the mark for you and your entire family. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. Gabriela

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and tasty food. Fun ambiance. We were a large party. Some arrived earlier than others. Our table was ready for us ahead of time. We didn’t feel rushed at any moment. Thanks for everything!!
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded on January 9, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed our service, food, and ambiance. Hosting your large party was an absolute pleasure, and we're glad we could accommodate everyone comfortably and ahead of schedule. It's wonderful to know you felt relaxed and unrushed during your visit. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you again soon!

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  8. Leslie

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    El Centro D.F was great!! We celebrated a birthday (lunch) for my husband. It took a bit to get seated but once we sat down, the service was good. Delicious food. We will be back!
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded on January 9, 2025
    Thank you so much for celebrating your husband's birthday with us! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and had a great time. We appreciate your patience with the seating, and we’re glad the service met your expectations once you were seated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic experience!

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  9. Azucena

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    David was very attentive and very polite. The food was outstanding. Drinks were perfect!!!
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded on January 9, 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that David took great care of you and that you enjoyed both the food and drinks. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon for another outstanding experience!

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  10. Jayeeta

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food, fast friendly service! Loved our time there!
    El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownResponded on January 9, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and had a great experience with our service. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic time!

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FAQs

El Centro D.F. - Georgetown offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. El Centro D.F. - Georgetown also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 333-4100.

El Centro D.F. - Georgetown is rated 4.6 stars by 1985 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Centro D.F. - Georgetown

1218 Wisconsin Ave., Washington, DC 20007

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    M Street NW
  • Neighbourhood
    Georgetown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is both street parking and a public lot.
  • Public transit
    Just North of the intersection of Wisconsin Ave NW and M St NW.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Richard Sandoval
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 333-4100
  • Private party facilities
    Reaching back to his culinary roots, Chef Sandoval created El Centro DF to introduce Washington, D.C. to signature authentic Mexican flavors and traditional dishes that he grew up enjoying. The dynamic two-story restaurant in Georgetown, with back patio, is also the home to 200 tequilas and mezcals!
  • Private party contact
    DC Events Team: (888) 387-7245
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