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dLeña, Washington, DC
Award-winning

dLeña

4.7
4.7
2111 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 71 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
dLeña is a vibrant restaurant in Washington D.C. that invites you to explore the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. Step into a warm space illuminated by wood-fired ovens and adorned with Latin American art. Savor a culinary journey with fresh, local ingredients, starting with their signature guacamole, a blend of avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime. Continue your adventure with ceviches, aguachiles, and wood-fired specialties like Tomahawk steak and Wagyu Steak a la Piedra. dLeña's menu caters to all tastes, featuring pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options. Pair your meal with an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal, or enjoy a handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're after a romantic dinner, a lively brunch, or a late-night gathering, dLeña's trendy ambiance and attentive service promise an unforgettable experience. Join them for a taste of Mexico's vibrant culture and culinary artistry.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 560-5999
  • Website
    https://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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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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: February 1, 2025

                                                                                    What 2,111 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
                                                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.4Value

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                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    dLeña offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food," a "lovely atmosphere," and an "amazing vibe." Highlights include the "delectable brunch," "exceptional service," and the "creative and delicious menu." The ambiance is "luxurious and inviting," making it a perfect spot for special occasions. Don't miss their standout dishes like the "tomahawk steak" and "bottomless brunch."

                                                                                    2,111 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Eduardo

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined today

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      “Un rincón acogedor donde cada detalle está pensado para brindar una experiencia inolvidable. Desde su cálida iluminación hasta su elegante decoración, este restaurante combina a la perfección el buen gusto con una atmósfera encantadora. La atención es impecable, con un personal atento que hace que la visita sea especial. Los platillos, preparados con ingredientes frescos y de alta calidad, deleitan el paladar con sabores exquisitos y presentaciones impecables. Ya sea para una cena romántica, una celebración especial o simplemente disfrutar de una buena comida, este lugar es ideal para crear momentos memorables.

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                                                                                    2. Keebie

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      15 reviews

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      15 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      Yesterday was our 3rd or 4th time dining at dLena and this time was our least favorite experience because of the seating. Our reservation was for 5:45pm so we arrived at a time that wasn't very crowded yet the patrons that were there were packed side by side at tables that were so close together we mind as well have been dining with the strangers that were seated on either side of us. It was almost impossible to have a meaningful conversation with my husband without trying to talk over the strangers next to us. In the past, I have enjoyed the upscale ambiance along with the food, which has kept us returning, but this time had made me second guess any future visits. The food was good though.

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                                                                                    3. Lisette

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We made a reservation for the restaurant, but our goal was to make it down to the Roja Lounge. It's first come first serve and a smaller space, but we were eager to try it. The tequila and mezcal selection was very interesting and we were looking forward to try some of their cocktails or even a flight. Turns out, we were intrigued by the Mexican wines so we didn't do any cocktails! My husband did try a Mezcal that he really enjoyed. We ended up just ordering appetizers and were very full. Our favorite were the wagyu beef empanadas. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. It was a Sunday night and there was live music. By the time we left at 7pm the place was popping!

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                                                                                    4. Monica

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      The food was delicious! Our waitress seemed like she wanted to be anywhere but there, and would leave abruptly whenever she came over without giving us a chance to complete our order. My friend ordered the steak and eggs dish, which comes in a heavy hot plate, and the food runner basically threw it in her hands and the toppings fell on her lap.

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                                                                                    5. Sydney

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We had an amazing experience at dLeña. The service was excellent, as was the food. We had a wonderful bottle of Sauvignon blanc and some cocktails. The grilled oysters were out of this world. The seafood enchiladas were also amazing. My boyfriend got the ribeye and said it was great.

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                                                                                    6. Anderson

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Food and service was great as always! Our server, Rebecca, was amazing as well!

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                                                                                    7. Kiara

                                                                                      Phoenix

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Visited for the all you can eat brunch and welcomed by courteous staff in a beautiful setting. The value is amazing as plenty of food is provided! Next time I will be sure to state which items I do not need/want! Definitely will be back! Only con was a large table for birthday party that impacted the ambience and noise drastically.

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                                                                                    8. Ariana

                                                                                      Baltimore

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Mike our waiter was awesome! Made the experience even better. Super knowledgeable of the pairings of bottomless brunch food and very calm demeanor. Also consistently checked in with us. Thank you so much dLeña. What a beautiful restaurant, in every aspect! Blown away

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                                                                                    9. Emily

                                                                                      Orlando

                                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      It was good, not great. Beautiful restaurant and very nice atmosphere. Enjoyed the bottomless brunch experience but not my favorite in DC.

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                                                                                    10. Ibrahim

                                                                                      Bavaria

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Although it was Valentine’s Day and they were very busy, the service, food, and ambiance were all excellent. We got our table right on time, so everything was well organized. The food was delicious, the waitstaff was very helpful, and we truly enjoyed the experience.

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    You can order delivery directly from dLeña using the Order Online button.

                                                                                    dLeña is rated 4.7 stars by 2111 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 71 times today

                                                                                    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
                                                                                      Mon–Thu 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      Mexican, 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
                                                                                      Gluten-free Options, Vegan
                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                      https://www.dlenadc.com/
                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                      (202) 560-5999
                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                      Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details

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