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La Malinche

4.6
4.6
556 Reviews
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Three brothers and a brother-in-law from El Salvador realized their long-held dream of opening a restaurant together in November of last year. Jaime Sorto, his brothers Hugo and Jose Bonilla, and his brother-in-law Jose Zelaya looked for a name that symbolizes their concept of two cultures coming together.
They chose La Malinche, the name given to a historical figure who has been at the center of controversy for centuries. The noble Mexican woman was enslaved and given to Hernán Cortés, a Spanish conquistador. She became his interpreter and confidante. Their son was viewed as the first mestizo, a child of mixed blood.
Many Mexicans consider La Malinche or Doña Marina to have been a traitor, but today, she is also honored as the symbolic mother of the country’s mixed-race people.
At La Malinche, all of the starters, vegetables, meats and seafood are served as Spanish tapas, called botanas in Mexico.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Tex-Mex, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (301) 562-8622
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jaime Sorto
  • Catering
    yes, you can pick up from our menu or we can customize your menu please call us to get more information at 301 562 8622 or at 202 321 0260
  • Private party facilities
    yes, up to 100 people in normal time
  • Neighbourhood
    Silver Spring
  • Cross Street
    AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
  • Parking details
    Public Parking at Fenton St and Ellsworth Place
  • Public transit
    Metro red line
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 556 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

556 Reviews
  1. Evelyn

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was amazing. Exceeded our expectations. Mr. Zelaya was very attentive. We will definitely be back!

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  2. Ciro

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great. Service was great. My friends and I enjoyed it very much and look forward to come back

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  3. Adrienne

    VIP

    Washington DC

    131 reviews

    5.0

    131 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, our server was excellent. Will return!

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  4. Justin

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    **Brunch** food was great! Very filling! They charge you for drinks whether you drink or not. It’s included within the $41 Bottomless option. And also the alcohol tax is automatic. So if you go… just drink!😂

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  5. Jo

    Washington DC

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a hidden gem and a fantastic bottomless brunch.

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  6. FredB

    Washington DC

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed dinner greatly. Excellent food and service.

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  7. DonnaN

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, as always. We were the only ones there, so it was quiet.

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  8. AnaM

    Washington DC

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food, tasted very authentic. Traditional Spanish food with a modern twist. The servers are very friendly. We loved it!

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  9. EatsOutAlot

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Would definitely go back again. The food was great!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, attentive, helpful and all around friendly people. Such a nice place.
    La MalincheResponded on April 9, 2024
    thank you

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FAQs

La Malinche does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. La Malinche also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 562-8622.

La Malinche is rated 4.6 stars by 556 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 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Malinche

8622 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
  • Neighbourhood
    Silver Spring
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Tex-Mex, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking at Fenton St and Ellsworth Place
  • Public transit
    Metro red line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jaime Sorto
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (301) 562-8622
  • Catering
    yes, you can pick up from our menu or we can customize your menu please call us to get more information at 301 562 8622 or at 202 321 0260
  • Private party facilities
    yes, up to 100 people in normal time
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