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dLeña, Washington, DC
Award-winning

dLeña

4.7
4.7
2104 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 63 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
  • 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
  • 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

What 2,104 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

NoiseModerate

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."

2,105 Reviews
  1. Kiara

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day 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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  2. Ariana

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day 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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  3. Emily

    Orlando

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day 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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  4. Ibrahim

    Bavaria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day 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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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Did the Valentine’s Day special so obviously spent a lot, and you expect everything to be one point. First off half of the appeal is to enjoy the dining upstairs and then move downstairs for the jazz and the bar but the dinner took about 2.5 hours because the waiter would disappear for unbelievably long stretches of time to the point that I got up and filled my own water. By the time we could close our check, the jazz was over and we couldn’t go by the bar downstairs…… The food was okay but certainly not worth the price. The “burrata” salad had like 4 marble size dollops of stracciatella (the stuff that goes inside a burrata) but no actual burrata in sight. The “wagyu” filet mignon was tough to cut and not melt in your mouth like you get with real Wagyu despite asking for a medium cook. The tomahawk was also ordered in medium and was covered in unrendered fat with parts of it being rare. I’m not one to refuse to eat a more rare temperature steak but I can imagine people who really mind would not be happy. However at this price point I don’t think a meat thermometer to ensure the right temperature is asking for too much. We also asked for the creme brûlée and cheesecake for dessert and they brought the wrong order twice before finally bringing the crème brûlée which literally tasted like sour tart raw meat. I had also ordered a soda which came absolutely flat, and the waiter told me “it’s just like that” and then charged me for it 🤣.

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  6. Stacy

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent! Large salad Small servings otherwise Expensive

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  7. Terrie

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waitress disappeared half way through our experience. We didn’t receive all our cocktails then we were told our time for our table was up . The food was amazing just not the service unfortunately.

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  8. Vijay

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Lackluster service on VDay. Management does not care. Took away from whole experience because food was otherwise amazing. Tables had a time limit, which we understand. But don’t kick us out when we had to ask several times for water, for clean silverware, and for when the paired drinks came out 10 minutes after their food pairings (yes, we timed it). Vibes are great, food is great. But based on service, can’t recommend. Also no warning from server or management that there was a time limit, or that we were approaching limit, before it was time to go. A shame.

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  9. Adam

    VIP

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good, service was rushed, overall ok experience.

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  10. Courtney

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Beautiful restaurant, aesthetically. Seating too close to others. Kind server but waitstaff took away our plates/food far too quickly. Wasn’t crowded or super busy, and it still felt rushed and impersonal. Bland and unflavored food that tasted like it came from cans. Ungreat drinks including the most mid agua Fresca I’ve ever had. I don’t mind a basic restaurant, but I don’t want to pay $120 for it. Will not be returning.

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dLeña is rated 4.7 stars by 2104 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 63 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
  • Phone number
    (202) 560-5999
  • Private party facilities
    Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details
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