Jaleo - DC

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   Erik

   New York City

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was tremendous and diverse, satisfying a wide array of cravings our table had! Cocktails were great and the overall atmosphere was fun and lively. The service, however, was lackluster. Our drinks sat empty for a while and we felt “forgotten” most of the night. We planned to easily get out before an NBA game let out across the street, but the service added an extra 30 minutes to our time and got us caught up in a traffic nightmare and 2x surge pricing.
   

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   Marysue

   Washington DC

   23 reviews

   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   I treated my friends to dinner as their Christmas gift (they specifically chose Jaleo as the venue). We had a marvelous dinner (one of many we've enjoyed here). Two particular standouts this time: Scallops and the mushrooms with mashed potatoes.
   

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   Rachel

   Washington DC

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I absolutely love jaleo! Today was my nephew‘s first time eating there. He is a picky eater and is in middle school. He barely eats his vegetables but he loved everything I ordered!!! Thank you for your flavorful dishes. I always went to the one you had in Bethesda many years ago but now I thrive on the DC location when I go to games. Thank you again for helping me get my nephew to step out of his culinary comfort zone
   

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   Michael

   Washington DC

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Crowded but a good vibe. We went to the bar while we waited for our table and were welcomed and served by great bartenders. Our waitress was amazing and attentive. Biggest issue is we were sat right beside the rear door hallway where wait staff went in and out to serve outside tables. Every couple of minutes we were hit with blast of cold air. The tapas themselves were good but not great. Part of that could be they all came at once, despite us being told they would arrive in waves, and cooled down pretty quickly with the cold air blasts. The marinated olives and Spanish meatballs were truly delicious. The rest was just okay. The “paella style” shrimp and calamari was not good at all and our amazing waitress, seeing we barely touched it, ended up taking it off the bill. Overall we will probably not go back but it was interesting to try.
   

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   amy

   Washington DC

   8 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As always food and service were outstanding! We love Jaleo!
   

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   Jennifer

   Washington DC

   12 reviews

   3.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   It was cold because it seemed like there was always a door opening. We had asked to be moved but there was no place for us to move too I guess. It wasn't awful but it wasn't great. The food, of course, was amazing.
   

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   Jessica

   Washington DC

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing experience every single time. My favorite. Bring your friends, family, everyone. Love is love. It's an experience for any special moment.
   

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   Samuel

   Washington DC

   29 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   29 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food and amazing staff! We can’t wait to come back!
   

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   Janeann

   Washington DC

   33 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   33 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   From the moment you step into Jaleos , you’re enveloped in energy. The vibrant decor beautiful colorful throughout sets the stage for an unforgettable culinary adventure. The lively chatter and laughter of fellow diners create an atmosphere that is both inviting and exhilarating. The star of the show is undoubtedly the tapas. Each dish is a masterpiece, bursting with flavor. The grilled octopus is tender and smoky, paired with the refreshing endives with goat cheese, almonds and citrus elevates the experience. And then there’s the ibérico ham—oh, the ibérico ham! It’s nothing short of stupendous. Sliced paper-thin, it melts in your mouth, delivering an explosion of nutty, savory flavors that linger long after each bite. The service is equally impressive, with staff who are not only knowledgeable but genuinely passionate about the food they serve. In summary, Jaleos is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Spanish cuisine. With its energetic vibe, outstanding tapas, and magnificent ibérico ham, it promises an experience that delights all the senses!
   

   Jaleo - DCResponded 3 days ago

   Thanks for the review, jtcnaples! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Jaleo - DC. It's wonderful to know that you found our tapas to be a masterpiece and that our ibérico ham stood out. We're also glad that you appreciated our energetic vibe and found our staff knowledgeable and passionate about the food. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to your next visit and promise to continue delivering the authentic Spanish experience you enjoyed during your last one.
   

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    Kevin Lentz

    Baltimore

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We love Tapas and we chose to do one of the "experiences".... Not cheap but a lot of great food.... Only suggestion would be to offer more variety instead of so much of one thing... But it was great and my standard is -- would I go back and that answer is yes!
    

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