Paraiso

4.7

189 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

A creative cuisine inspired by the streets & home kitchens of Mexico.

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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of Operation
Sun 10:30 am–5:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 544-4368
Website
http://www.paraisotaqueria.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Geovany Beltran
Catering
Explore our catering menu on our website and let us cook for your party.
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Email us for inquiries hola@paraisotaqueria.com
Private party contact
Tahmina Ghaffer: (202) 805-0469

Location
1101 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003-2277
Area
Capitol Hill
Cross Street
11th and Pennsylvania SE
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
There is plenty of street parking available around Paraíso and our closest metro stations are the Eastern Market and Potomac Avenue stations.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

New Years Eve - Noche de Estrella
US$95.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 2024 only
Ring in the New Year in style at Paraíso Mexican Restaurant with our exclusive Noche de Estrellas – a memorable four-course dinner that will transport your senses to a journey through Mexico. Join us for an evening filled with authentic flavors, festive ambiance, and a touch of glamour, as we celebrate the arrival of 2025 in true Mexican tradition. Visit our website to see the full menu.
Bottomless Mimosas!
Multiple dates available
Enjoy $20 bottomless mimosas with any entree purchase during brunch hours! Choose from delicious flavors like Passion Fruit, Guava, Lavender, Hibiscus, and Blood Orange Habanero. Promo per person - no need for the whole table to join, and no time limit!
Paraiso Weekend Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us for our weekend brunch!

What 189 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

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Washington, D.C. Area
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Paraiso is a culinary gem offering "fantastic food" and an "amazing" dining experience. With a well-curated menu, it shines with inventive twists on Mexican cuisine. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and elegant ambiance, making it an ideal spot for celebrations. Don't miss the tacos and mezcal offerings!

189 Reviews

E
Eleanor
VIP
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant and excellent food and drinks.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I would give this place a 20/10. I bring friends here all the time to try it out they rave about it!
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Olivia
Orlando
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The portion sizes compared to the prices is laughable. They’re using food clearly pre processed and upcharging an insane amount.
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Dane
Hawaii
46 reviews
3.0
46 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We have dined here several times but this was our first time in awhile. It was a bit disappointing. Restaurant lacked its usual fun vibe and was not very crowded. Food was average and service was lacking. Not sure what is going on or just a really off night. Don't think we will come back in favor for el Presidente or other options in DC. Hopefully Paraiso gets back to what we remember.
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Barbara
VIP
Washington DC
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I had a lovely lunch at Paraiso with friends. We enjoyed delicious roast beet salad, tortilla soup, and a cheese quesadilla. All great, delivered by a very friendly and courteous server.
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Linda
VIP
Washington DC
12 reviews
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The waiter was wonderful; the staff friendly. Don’t go if you have any dietary restrictions of allergies, especially dairy. There are no alterations to the meals; for, they are pre-prepared with no accommodations for substitutions or elimination of cheeses, etc.
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kathy
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Inventive, fresh flavors. Great service. Really a delight.
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Wesley
Key West
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The experience and food was excellent. I definitely recommend a pitcher of margaritas and the carnitas taco. Our waiter was excellent and was present without being intrusive.
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Claudia
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there, but won't be the last. Real interesting twists on Mexican food. Prices are a bit high...$8 for a tiny tiny bowl of rice.
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Norma
Greater Boston
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed the food that we ordered. It appeared to take a long time to get our food. It was challenging to serve the food onto our plates because no spoons or extra utensils were provided. The kitchen seemed very busy, although the restaurant was relatively empty. Perhaps the kitchen was busy filling take out orders.
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FAQs

Paraiso offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 544-4368.

Paraiso is rated 4.7 stars by 189 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1101 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003-2277

Additional information

Cross Street
11th and Pennsylvania SE
Area
Capitol Hill
Hours of Operation
Sun 10:30 am–5:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
There is plenty of street parking available around Paraíso and our closest metro stations are the Eastern Market and Potomac Avenue stations.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Geovany Beltran
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.paraisotaqueria.com/
Phone number
(202) 544-4368
Catering
Explore our catering menu on our website and let us cook for your party.
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Email us for inquiries hola@paraisotaqueria.com
Private party contact
Tahmina Ghaffer: (202) 805-0469

Paraiso

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

New Years Eve - Noche de Estrella

Bottomless Mimosas!

Paraiso Weekend Brunch

Menu

What 189 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Paraiso offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Paraiso restaurant rated?

Is Paraiso currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information