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dLeña, Washington, DC
Award-winning

dLeña

4.7
4.7
2011 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 87 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.

dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past.

The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino.

CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:
Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:
https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 560-5999
  • Website
    http://www.dlenadc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Richard Sandoval
  • Private party facilities
    Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details
  • Location
    476 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001-2531
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Cross Street
    K Street & 5th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place / Chinatown
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve 2025

    US$159.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join dLeña for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration! Enjoy a four-course dinner for $159 per guest - featuring Chef’s signature dishes alongside new creations including Tuna Tartare Guacamole, Birria Chile Relleno, Filet a la Leña, and sweet treats like our Honey vanilla Cheesecake. Enhance the experience with an optional beverage and or/wine pairing for an additional cost per guest, featuring a welcome drink and expertly curated pairings with each course. Pre-payment is due at booking. Price includes tax & gratuity. Cancellations will not be accepted less than 48 hours from your reservation.
    New Year's Eve 2025 photo

Menu

Guacamole

  • Traditional Guacamole**US$16.00

    avocado - tomato - onion - cilantro - lime

    • Tuna Guacamole* **US$22.00

      sushi grade tuna - chile de árbol salsa-macha - jicama salad - chipotle mayo - charred tostada

      • Maryland Crab Guacamole**US$23.00

        smoked jumbo crab - sundried chili salsa - old bay mayo - scallion - crispy tlayuda

        Para la Mesa

        • Habanero Pepita Salsa**US$21.00

          pepita - charred tomato - habanero - crispy tlayuda

          • Tuna Tostada* **US$21.00

            oaxacan tlayuda - habanero mayo - avocado - queso fresco - radish - spicy black bean purée - cherry tomato - salsa macha

            • Queso FundidoUS$21.00

              melted cheese - tomatillo salsa cruda - caramelized onion - corn tortillas; choice of : cecina, chorizo, or mushroom (vegetarian)

              • Ostiones a la Leña*US$25.00

                half dozen grilled oysters - smoked trout caviar - creamy crab - bacon relish - pickled habanero salsa - chipotle mignonette

                • Pork Belly** ^US$17.00

                  chipotle glaze - peanut red pipian - watercress - pickled vegetables

                  • Empanadas de Wagyu** ^US$24.00

                    beef tenderloin - truffle manchego - oyster sauce - almond - guajillo chili - chimichurri

                    • Corn Empanadas**US$17.00

                      sweet corn - ají amarillo - manchego - chimichurri

                      • Hot Stone Wagyu* **US$31.00

                        sliced beef tenderloin - citrus chili toreado - truffle soy shishito pepper - charred tlayuda - smoked grape chimichurri

                        • Bone Marrow & Tuna Chicharron**US$26.00

                          crispy tuna - panela - guacamole - xni-pec salsa - pickled vegetables - charred serrano - blue corn tortillas

                          Ceviche y Aguachile

                          • Ceviche Amarillo* **US$20.00

                            hamachi - yellow aguachile - ají amarillo - mango - orange

                            • Aguachile Campechano* **US$22.00

                              octopus - shrimp - fish - leche de tigre - cucumber - onion - mango - tomato - avocado - cilantro - tortilla chips

                              • Snapper Tiradito*US$21.00

                                charred habanero mayo - achiote ponzu - radish - cucumber - cilantro - yuzu avocado cream

                                Ensaladas y Sopas

                                • Ensalada de Kale^US$17.00

                                  smoked manchego - baby kale - fig - caramelized pumpkin - agave almond - honey applecrisp - pomegranate seeds - orange balsamic vinaigrette

                                  • Heirloom Tomato & BurrataUS$19.00

                                    grilled compressed watermelon - caramelized golden beet - lemon vinaigrette - toasted pepita seeds - sorrel - morita balsamic reduction

                                    • Crab Pumpkin SoupUS$15.00

                                      smoked jumbo crab - green apple - butternut squash - caramelized pumpkin seeds - crème fraîche foam

                                      Wood Burning Grill

                                      • Tomahawk*US$150.00

                                        mezcal flambéed tableside - bone marrow butter; choice of two sides

                                        • Serves TwoUS$150.00

                                      • 14oz 30 Day Aged Boneless Ribeye*US$63.00

                                        herb wagyu butter - chimichurri - shishito - charred lemon; a la piedra style: pepper, onion, salsa, guacamole & tortilla (dairy)

                                        • Medio Pollo al Carbon**US$34.00

                                          grilled half chicken - guajillo achiote marinade; criolla sauce - grilled broccolini

                                          Tacos

                                          served by 3 pieces

                                          • Short Rib** ^US$22.00

                                            chile de árbol peanut sauce - salsa verde cruda - flour tortillas

                                            • Camarón**US$18.00

                                              breaded shrimp - jicama tortilla - chili powder - pickled onion - chipotle mayo

                                              • Pulpo al Pastor**US$24.00

                                                adobo octopus - onion - cilantro - grilled pineapple - avocado salsa verde

                                                • Birria de Hongos**US$19.00

                                                  grilled truffle manchego - braised guajillo mushroom - bean purée - cilantro - pickled onion

                                                  Especialidades D'lena

                                                  • Wagyu Steak a la Piedra* **US$60.00

                                                    australian grade #9 - crema fresca - guacamole - fajita pepper mix - molcajete sauce - corn tortillas

                                                    • Short Rib al CarbonUS$45.00

                                                      smoked short rib - bibb lettuce - tres salsas - pickled vegetables

                                                      • Dleña Mar y Tierra* **US$65.00

                                                        wagyu filet mignon - seafood enchiladas - crispy onion - requeson cheese sauce - dried chili gastrique

                                                        • Carnitas Pork ShankUS$45.00

                                                          salsa verde cruda - molcajete - pickled vegetables - bean purée - tortillas

                                                          • Zarandeado* **US$44.00

                                                            branzino - citrus slaw - charred marinade - grilled half avocado - corn salsa

                                                            • Grilled Oaxacan Shrimp^US$45.00

                                                              charred garlic marinade - guava mole - grilled onion - roasted corn esquites - corn tortillas

                                                              • Seafood Enchiladas**US$32.00

                                                                shrimp - maryland blue crab - crema fresca - creamy guajillo sauce - greens

                                                                • Coliflor a la Leña** ^US$23.00

                                                                  charred cauliflower - chimichurri - red pipian - creamy requesón sauce - roux

                                                                  Para Acompañar

                                                                  • Zanahorias al Carbon^US$12.00

                                                                    roasted heirloom carrot - pepita pistu chimichurri - cashew tofu aioli - ají amarillo honey

                                                                    • Papa al Horno**US$12.00

                                                                      wood-fired baked potato - crispy pork belly - ají amarillo tartar - chive

                                                                      • BroccoliniUS$12.00

                                                                        grilled - smoked chili - olive oil - sea salt

                                                                        • Roasted Corn EsquitesUS$12.00

                                                                          baby corn - bacon - cotija - epazote - lemon - spicy mayo

                                                                          Postres

                                                                          • Carajillo Crème BruléeUS$14.00

                                                                            licor 43 - espresso - served tableside

                                                                            • Mil Hojas Argentino** ^US$14.00

                                                                              crêpes - warm cajeta caramel - carmelized almond - whipped cream - strawberry - salted caramel ice cream

                                                                              • Creamy Corn Cake**US$14.00

                                                                                hibiscus mezcal glaze - popcorn gelato - vanilla cookie crumble

                                                                                • Honey Vanilla Cheesecake**US$14.00

                                                                                  honeycomb - blood orange -citrus berry blend - tuile

                                                                                  • Sorbets & GelatosUS$9.00

                                                                                    seasonal flavors

                                                                                    Last updated: December 7, 2024

                                                                                    What 2,011 people are saying

                                                                                    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
                                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    dLeña offers a vibrant dining experience in Washington, DC, with "absolutely amazing" food and a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the bottomless brunch and "incredible" cocktails. The restaurant is praised for its "excellent" service, with standout servers like Troy. Don't miss the crab guacamole and "delicious" short rib tacos.

                                                                                    2,011 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Vanessa

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Ordered unlimited brunch and was not disappointed. Food superb and drinks flowing. Loved your passion fruit mimosa! Only constructive feedback was the quick service of unlimited brunch. Yes, we understand two hours but pacing food was needed. We were overwhelmed with three dishes at a time. Our request for a slow down was received and honored but not a welcoming interaction. Would definitely come back as everything else was a 5+! Enjoy the experience ✅

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                                                                                    2. Camila

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Super bien! Todo estuve excelente el servicio, la comida todoo😋

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                                                                                    3. Leslie

                                                                                      Tampa

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      My experience at D'Lena was truly exceptional! The only suggestion I have is to provide a heads-up when presenting the flambéed steak, as the flames were quite close to diners. It felt like a portable heater next to my neck. That said, everything else was absolutely amazing!!!

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                                                                                    4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                      Horrible food, lousy service. Will never attend anymore.

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                                                                                    5. Roy

                                                                                      Richmond

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      First time and celebrated an anniversary. The food was amazing. There was nothing we didn’t enjoy. Drinks were also very good. Service was partially good. There were a few long delays in visits to our table. As we were celebrating an occasion, we put it in our Reservation. As a result, they surprised us by bringing out an “extra” dessert - with a message written on the plate. We were thankful, but then later shocked to see it on our bill when we didn’t expect or ask for the item. We didn’t raise it as an issue but be aware. Also we had hoped to visit Roja after our meal, but it was standing room only. So another tip for awareness - set a reservation for it too. Overall a wonderful experience. Just a few lessons learned.

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                                                                                    6. Tia

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Superb food, an amazing atmosphere and great service to top it off! Make sure you check out the downstairs lounge.

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                                                                                    7. Thurston

                                                                                      Baltimore

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      I brought to celebrate her birthday and she was not disappointed. Everything was was great our waitress was wonderful, we had a great time thank you! The food was excellent

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                                                                                    8. Michelle

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      A little loud to have a conversation at the table, especially given how close the tables were, or to clearly hear the wait staff.

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                                                                                    9. Miguel

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      Great food, good ambiance, service could’ve been better.

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                                                                                    10. Jane

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Atlantic City

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Amazing food great ambience and excellent service! Highly recommend
                                                                                      dLeñaResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                      We appreciate your feedback, Jane! It's fantastic to see that our team at dLeña left a positive impression. We're committed to ensuring your next visit is 5 star worthy as well. ¡Salud!

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    dLeña offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 560-5999.

                                                                                    dLeña is rated 4.7 stars by 2011 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 87 times today
                                                                                    Experiences are available.

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for dLeña

                                                                                    476 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001-2531

                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                    • Award-winning
                                                                                      1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                      K Street & 5th Street
                                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                                      Mount Vernon Square
                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                      Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      Latin American, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                      Gallery Place / Chinatown
                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                      Chef Richard Sandoval
                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                      http://www.dlenadc.com/
                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                      (202) 560-5999
                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                      Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details

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