Award-winning

dLeña

4.7

1954 Reviews

$31 to $50

Latin American

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

21:00

Booked 55 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
Area
Mount Vernon Square
Cross Street
K Street & 5th Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Gallery Place / Chinatown
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

New Year's Eve 2025
US$159.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 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.

Popular dishes

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

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$32.00
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

Ensaladas y Sopa

Ensalada de Kale^US$17.00
baby kale - grilled peach - pomegranate seeds - cherry tomato - agave almond - gorgonzola dolce - orange balsamic vinaigrette
Smoked Crab SaladUS$21.00
gazpacho - smoked crab - heirloom tomato - cucumber - queso fresco - watermelon - lemon evoo
Lobster Corn Chowder**US$13.00
guajillo - old bay corn relish - crème fraîche foam
Dleña Mexican Gazpacho**US$12.00
tomato - sherry vinegar - mint gooseberry - chili oil - sourdough garlic toast

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

Wood Burning Grill

Tomahawk*US$160.00
mezcal flambéed tableside - bone marrow butter; choice of two sides
- Serves TwoUS$160.00
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

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
Lamb Shank Birria Style**US$50.00
salsa verde cruda - smoked root vegetables - pickled red onion - blue corn tortillas
Zarandeado* **US$44.00
branzino - citrus slaw - charred marinade - grilled half avocado - corn salsa
Camarónes a la DiablaUS$45.00
grilled head-on jumbo prawns - smoked chili marinade - diabla chipotle sauce - grilled spring onion
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 - whipped cream - strawberry - carmelized almond - salted caramel ice cream
Honey Vanilla Cheesecake**US$14.00
honeycomb - blood orange -citrus berry blend - tuile
Sorbets & GelatosUS$9.00
seasonal flavors

What 1,954 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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

dLeña offers a vibrant dining experience with "phenomenal service" and "delicious food." Praised for its "amazing brunch," the restaurant excels in flavorful dishes like crab guacamole and short rib tacos. Guests enjoy the lively ambiance, attentive staff, and expertly crafted cocktails. A must-visit for memorable celebrations and unforgettable meals.

1,954 Reviews

S
Suyi
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our brunch experience was delightful and Troy made it extra special. He was attentive, cheerful and very thoughtful during our dining experience. The food was delicious and such a great value. The ambiance was vibrant yet sophisticated. Will definitely be back.
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DiShawn
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we walked in the door, until my husband and I left, service was impeccable. The atmosphere was great, our seating location was perfect and the food was top notch! We will definitely be back!
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Alfredo
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent service, fantastic cocktails!!
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Rochelle
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience as always. Excellent food, service, and vibes. Will continue to recommend this restaurant to others.
dLeñaResponded 4 days ago
Rochelle, thank you for your 5 star review! We're so glad to see that our team at dLeña made such an incredible impression! We take pride in providing you with an experience that you'll remember - from the impeccable food, to the dedicated service, and so much more. We would love to have you back soon!
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Anne Dudte
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lives up to its reputation. Highly recommend and even their cocktails are good.
dLeñaResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for your 5 star review, Anne! We're so glad to see that our team at dLeña made such an incredible impression. We take pride in providing you with an experience that you'll remember - from the impeccable food, to the dedicated service, and of course the cocktails. We look forwrd to seeing you soon. ¡Salud!
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LindaW
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious from the guacamole to the creme brûlée.
dLeñaResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for your 5 star rating, Linda! Your feedback is very important and we are so happy to see that you enjoyed your experience from start to finish! It is our pleasure to serve you, thank you for dining with us.
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Alejandro
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Ricardo was amazing and made the experience 100x better.
dLeñaResponded 6 days ago
Hello Alexandro! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're so excited and pleased to see that Ricardo made such a positive impact on your visit and enhanced your dining experience. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We look forward to continuing to serve you and aim to make each visit better than the last. Hope to see you again soon!
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Delali
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
dLeña has been on my list for quite some time. We opted for the bottomless brunch (food & drink). Our server was very welcoming and knowledgeable. The bottomless brunch was amazing. We worked our way through the menu and were stuffed. The food is fresh and well seasoned! The cocktails were great as well, especially the mimosas and margarita. Overall an excellent experience.
dLeñaResponded 6 days ago
Hi Delali, thank you for choosing dLeña for your brunch outing, and for sharing such a glowing review! We're excited to hear that our bottomless brunch was amazing and that you enjoyed the variety and quality of our dishes. It's wonderful to know that our welcoming staff contributed to your excellent experience. We agree—our mimosas and margaritas are something special!
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Marianna
Greater Boston
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible atmosphere and food with amazing live music downstairs, a real treat
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Troy is the goat. MVP all day erryday. Y’all already know what it is tho I don’t gotta tell y’all
dLeñaResponded 4 days ago
100%, yes! Our team works hard to ensure that each guest is served the highest quality of authentic Mexican cuisine and signature cocktails. We are so pleased that Troy makes your time with us so special!
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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 1954 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

24 Nov 2024

21:00

Booked 55 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

476 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001-2531

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
K Street & 5th Street
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.dlenadc.com/
Phone number
(202) 560-5999
Private party facilities
Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details

dLeña

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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New Year's Eve 2025

Tomahawk

Enchiladas

Pork Belly

Guacamole

Traditional Guacamole**US$16.00

Tuna Guacamole* **US$22.00

Maryland Crab Guacamole**US$23.00

Para la Mesa

Tuna Tostada* **US$21.00

Queso FundidoUS$21.00

Ostiones a la Leña*US$25.00

Pork Belly** ^US$17.00

Empanadas de Wagyu** ^US$24.00

Corn Empanadas**US$17.00

Hot Stone Wagyu* **US$32.00

Bone Marrow & Tuna Chicharron**US$26.00

Ceviche y Aguachile

Ceviche Amarillo* **US$20.00

Aguachile Campechano* **US$22.00

Ensaladas y Sopa

Ensalada de Kale^US$17.00

Smoked Crab SaladUS$21.00

Lobster Corn Chowder**US$13.00

Dleña Mexican Gazpacho**US$12.00

Tacos

Short Rib** ^US$22.00

Camarón**US$18.00

Pulpo al Pastor**US$24.00

Birria de Hongos**US$19.00

Wood Burning Grill

Tomahawk*US$160.00

14oz 30 Day Aged Boneless Ribeye*US$63.00

Medio Pollo al Carbon**US$34.00

Especialidades D'lena

Wagyu Steak a la Piedra*US$60.00

Short Rib al CarbonUS$45.00

Dleña Mar y Tierra* **US$65.00

Lamb Shank Birria Style**US$50.00

Zarandeado* **US$44.00

Camarónes a la DiablaUS$45.00

Seafood Enchiladas**US$32.00

Coliflor a la Leña** ^US$23.00

Para Acompañar

Zanahorias al Carbon^US$12.00

Papa al Horno**US$12.00

BroccoliniUS$12.00

Roasted Corn EsquitesUS$12.00

Postres

Carajillo Crème BruléeUS$14.00

Mil Hojas Argentino** ^US$14.00

Honey Vanilla Cheesecake**US$14.00

Sorbets & GelatosUS$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does dLeña offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is dLeña restaurant rated?

Is dLeña currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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