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At Oyamel, José Andrés and his team combine Mexico’s rich regional diversity with the vibrant urban atmosphere of Mexico City. The liveliness of the dining room is matched by the creativity of the menu and cocktail list, featuring antojitos–Mexican small plates–ceviches and tacos.
Lively, upscale spot with creative Mexican tapas & street food, plus a lengthy cocktail & wine menu.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Phone: (202) 628-1005
Website: https://www.oyamel.com/location/washington-dc/
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Reservations: opentable.comtripleseat.com
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Reviews
Alec V
We had such a great experience at Oyamel. The green ceviche was incredibly fresh and bright, packed with flavor, and the guacamole is an absolute must—made fresh and honestly one of the best we’ve had. We also tried the fresh mango juice, which was super refreshing. Every taco we ordered was amazing and tasted truly authentic, each with its own unique flavor. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared and full of personality. Definitely a spot we’d come back to and recommend.
… moreAnthony Spicola
My family and I enjoyed our dinner at Oyamel. The many plates we tried were very tasty. The queso fundido went quickly along with the chips and salsa. One of my cousins couldn’t get enough of the guacamole. I really enjoyed the shrimp ceviche and the refried black beans with crema. The chicken tacos, gulf coast white shrimp and the chicharrones quesadilla were also popular. We finished by ordering 4 desserts which were all devoured. The first to go were the chocolate cake and the flan. The service was friendly and helpful.
… moreNatallia K
Fantastic experience! We chose tasting menu ($80) + cocktails pairing ($45) and we absolutely loved it! We had reservation but decided to sit at the bar, Dioren the bartender was simply amazing! Delicious drinks, great wine selection, fast food service, soooo good! We got a complimentary glass of sparkling wine – it was our anniversary. Highly recommend this place!
… moreAidan Scheel
The absolute best. Sammy was our waiter, great recs for a good reason, we were in the mood to spend and we got our money worth . We had a pitcher of the Serrano marg, ceviche, enchiladas, and quesodillas. Chef Daniel came out and present his own sweet potato flan which was the best dessert I’ve ever had. Great time, loved the atmosphere.
… moreJoshua Hartlep
Maybe it was just me but I didn’t think it was allat considering how much it was hyped up. We tried the cricket taco which was not bad tbh, my steak’s texture felt a bit off though but I like the idea of a chocolate sauce. Also, we heard they make the guac for you at the table so we thought that justified the $15 but they just brought it out like normal so would definitely pass on that. It was really loud after the Duke-Michigan game and the vibes were nice.
… moreJay Shen
Six years later, I returned here with my partner and a friend, so we were able to try many dishes, which leads me to say that I enjoyed the small plate setup that this place offered. When I first came here six years ago, I only tried their chips and guacamole, which was amazing, and I loved seeing how they still had an open station allowing customers to witness guacamole being made.
Out of all the dishes, I enjoyed the Camarones al Mojo de Ajo Negro the most because the shrimp was sautéed very well. I could taste the mixture of shallots, árbol chile, Poblano pepper, lime, and garlic very well because that combination provided a lot of flavor. The Quesadilla de Chicharrones tasted pretty good as well. The salsa made a difference in defining the taste because the pork belly itself didn’t have much taste, despite there’s cheese and onions inside with the pork belly. My partner had the Frijoles Refrito con Queso and they said the texture was consistent and the dish was pretty good with no other highlights to mention.
As far as tacos go, most of them are good, but I wouldn’t say they were spectacular enough to justify the prices. There wasn’t much for me to offer in terms of constructive criticism, but having a $8 lengua taco that tasted just as good as what I can get from another joint that offers me the same taste for much less is how I would approach reviewing all of the tacos we have tried. We also had the Pastel de Tres Leches con Piña for dessert, which essentially was a tres leches cake with pineapple chunks, whipped cream, and roasted coconut ice cream next to and on top of it. The ice cream was a great addition because it helped define a taste. The pineapples tasted a bit off, like it had too much vanilla (or vanilla extract), therefore there was a bitter taste. The hint of rum flavor was pretty nice, especially combining that with the ice cream and the cake, which could alleviate the potentially unpleasant taste that some people may find.
Overall this was a good spot to have a nice meal at. The vibe was modern which I thought was an indication of its thematic emphasis. Servers were very good at taking our plates away upon seeing that we had finished some of the dishes. I would definitely recommend anyone to at least try the food here once.
… moreOut of all the dishes, I enjoyed the Camarones al Mojo de Ajo Negro the most because the shrimp was sautéed very well. I could taste the mixture of shallots, árbol chile, Poblano pepper, lime, and garlic very well because that combination provided a lot of flavor. The Quesadilla de Chicharrones tasted pretty good as well. The salsa made a difference in defining the taste because the pork belly itself didn’t have much taste, despite there’s cheese and onions inside with the pork belly. My partner had the Frijoles Refrito con Queso and they said the texture was consistent and the dish was pretty good with no other highlights to mention.
As far as tacos go, most of them are good, but I wouldn’t say they were spectacular enough to justify the prices. There wasn’t much for me to offer in terms of constructive criticism, but having a $8 lengua taco that tasted just as good as what I can get from another joint that offers me the same taste for much less is how I would approach reviewing all of the tacos we have tried. We also had the Pastel de Tres Leches con Piña for dessert, which essentially was a tres leches cake with pineapple chunks, whipped cream, and roasted coconut ice cream next to and on top of it. The ice cream was a great addition because it helped define a taste. The pineapples tasted a bit off, like it had too much vanilla (or vanilla extract), therefore there was a bitter taste. The hint of rum flavor was pretty nice, especially combining that with the ice cream and the cake, which could alleviate the potentially unpleasant taste that some people may find.
Overall this was a good spot to have a nice meal at. The vibe was modern which I thought was an indication of its thematic emphasis. Servers were very good at taking our plates away upon seeing that we had finished some of the dishes. I would definitely recommend anyone to at least try the food here once.
Kevin
Delicious guacamole!
Wide range of tacos to choose from and other food that I honestly didn’t pay attention to.
The deserts were amazing! They took their time and made sure the pineapples were delicious.
Salsa had lots of flavor.
Clean facility, we walked here from the streets of DC and it was a nice break.
Recommended for sure
… moreWide range of tacos to choose from and other food that I honestly didn’t pay attention to.
The deserts were amazing! They took their time and made sure the pineapples were delicious.
Salsa had lots of flavor.
Clean facility, we walked here from the streets of DC and it was a nice break.
Recommended for sure
Glen W. Sutcliffe
Must have been an off night. Place was packed & busy, but service was good at the start. However, the drink order took a long tine to arrive. Wait staff had some drama at the bar, so getting more service after food arrived was slow. There appeared to be some arguing-drama with some of the waitstaff at the bar, so we were patient as we waited 15-20 minutes after finishing our meal for our check. Again, I hope this was an one-off, as this place gets a lot of positive reviews. I gave service a 3 star, bc when engaged, they were good. Unfortunately, they were distracted by whatever drama was going on at the bar with other waitstaff.
… moreBW
Late lunch at Oyamel Cocina Mexicana on Jan 2 with four adults and one baby. The upscale Mexico City vibe is spot-on—stylish, energetic, and inviting. Service was attentive without hovering, which we appreciated.
The menu offers elevated Mexican classics with some adventurous options. We ordered the quesadilla de huitlacoche, tacos de chapulines, nopal asado, lengua, minilla veracruzana, hongos en molito, guacamole, and atún pacífico. Flavors were bold and well seasoned, and everything was nicely presented.
At this price point, I expected slightly more refinement in execution, but the meal was still memorable and enjoyable. Overall, a great spot for an upscale Mexican dining experience, and I’d happily return to explore more of the menu.
… moreThe menu offers elevated Mexican classics with some adventurous options. We ordered the quesadilla de huitlacoche, tacos de chapulines, nopal asado, lengua, minilla veracruzana, hongos en molito, guacamole, and atún pacífico. Flavors were bold and well seasoned, and everything was nicely presented.
At this price point, I expected slightly more refinement in execution, but the meal was still memorable and enjoyable. Overall, a great spot for an upscale Mexican dining experience, and I’d happily return to explore more of the menu.
Eddie K
One of my favorite Jose Andres restaurants. Highly recommend reservations especially before a Cap 1 Arena event. A great way to start is their guacamole. You can order it mild, medium or spicy. I found the medium spice was just right. My two favorite dishes to share are the Camarones Al mojo de Ajo Negro- reminds me Mexican version of Gambas al ajillo and Bistec Con Mole Coloradito- grilled flank steak with excellent mole sauce. Order this medium-rare, sometimes they overcook it if it’s really packed.
Their tacos are really good, and most are priced $7 each so you can pick and choose. Fish taco was my favorite out of the bunch. I also liked their chicken enchiladas. Cocktail menu is pretty good but their signature margarita drink is a must.
… moreTheir tacos are really good, and most are priced $7 each so you can pick and choose. Fish taco was my favorite out of the bunch. I also liked their chicken enchiladas. Cocktail menu is pretty good but their signature margarita drink is a must.