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Oyamel, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Oyamel

4.7 (9738)
$30 and under
Mexican
401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 108 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Innovative
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-1005
  • Website
    https://www.oyamel.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Foschi
  • Private party facilities
    At Oyamel, it feels like a fiesta the moment you walk through the door. Our bright spaces and vibrant décor paired with savory Mexican bites and unique cocktails come together to create an event you’ll never forget.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross street
    D Street
  • Parking details
    There are ample public lots in the Gallery Place/Chinatown/Penn Quarter area. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro or Archives/Navy Memorial
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 9,738 people are saying

Oyamel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mexican

  • District of Columbia

    Mexican

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oyamel offers a vibrant dining experience with "innovative Mexican food" and a "unique menu" that delights both meat lovers and vegetarians. The atmosphere is lively, though "very loud," but the "attentive and cheerful" service complements the flavorful dishes. Don't miss the "fantastic guacamole" and "outstanding margaritas."
9,738 Reviews

  1. Josh VIP

    Los Angeles25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Chef Jose Andres is an international treasure of a Human. Oyamel is very good! The food and cocktails are excellent but the room feels like it’s in need of some updates.

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  2. Ryan

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is hit and miss. The camarones de mojo and the arrachera were very good, especially the shrimp. The combination of flavors worked very well together in both. The arroz de primavera was not good. Not only was it a weird mix of seemingly canned veggies with rice, it was bland, which is a cardinal sin in and of itself. Additionally, even as someone who loves a good margarita, 16 dollars for a small margarita is way too expensive. The cafe de olla was a fantastic way to wrap up the meal.
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    We regret to hear your expectations were not fully met, but we hope you'll join us again in the future to taste more of our menu. We appreciate your feedback and will pass along your comments to our team. We hope to share our space with you again soon.

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  3. colleen

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food, excellent service, convivial atmosphere but very noisy. Be prepared to have little or no conversation without shouting.
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for joining us. We regret to hear that the ambience was lacking, but will pass along your feedback to our team. We hope you'll join us at Oyamel or another José Andrés Group restaurant soon.

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  4. Stephanie VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It has been a while since I’ve seen such a unique menu. We enjoyed everything we ate/drank and are already planning our next visit!
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the kind words. We'll look forward to hosting you soon.

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  5. Richard

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food with excellent service. The setting is perfect for a business meeting or a casual lunch with friends.
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for joining us. It was a pleasure hosting you. We hope you'll join us at Oyamel or another José Andrés Group restaurant soon.

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  6. David

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very impressed with the food and service. We randomly stopped in on a Tuesday night, and pretty busy but able to get a table for five. Food came fast and delicious! It was very loud in there with music and talking, so keep that in mind. We would definitely go back!

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  7. Colleen

    New York City7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I may have been more impressed with Oyamel before I found more Mexican restaurants in the area. I think it has gone downhill some in the past 5 years. The ambience is great, but the service was lacking this time. Our water wasn’t refilled and we had finished all of our chips before any orders (including drinks) were taken. The chips don’t seem as fresh or homemade as they used to be, and the new blue corn tortillas were dry and didn’t taste great. The quesabirria is done better at more modest restaurants in the area. I used to default to Oyamel when in the area at dinner time but I won’t anymore.
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts regarding your last experience with us. We greatly appreciate your feedback and have passed this along to our team. We take our guests' needs seriously and always strive to provide the best overall experience. We hope you'll consider joining us at Oyamel or another José Andrés Group restaurant soon.

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  8. Ed VIP

    Jackson Hole / Wyoming7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Confusing menu, very loud. Food was good but not as good as the hype. Service was excellent.
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for joining us at Oyamel. We regret to hear that we fell short of expectations, but do hope you'll join us again to taste more of our menu. Should you wish to share any further details with our team, please feel free to email us at info.dc@oyamel.c...

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  9. Eric

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everyone loved their food. We let our server know that we had 7:30 theatre tickets and we were served promptly with plenty of time to make it to the show.
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for joining us at Oyamel. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and hope to see you again soon.

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  10. Allison

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oyamel never misses! It is truly a fantastic restaurant and owner!
    OyamelResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We hope to host you again soon.

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FAQs

Oyamel offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Oyamel also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 628-1005.

Oyamel is rated 4.7 stars by 9738 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Penn Quarter

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 108 times today
Google Map for Oyamel

401 7th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20004

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    D Street
  • Neighborhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There are ample public lots in the Gallery Place/Chinatown/Penn Quarter area. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro or Archives/Navy Memorial
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Claudio Foschi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.oyamel.com/location/washington-dc/
  • Phone number
    (202) 628-1005
  • Private party facilities
    At Oyamel, it feels like a fiesta the moment you walk through the door. Our bright spaces and vibrant décor paired with savory Mexican bites and unique cocktails come together to create an event you’ll never forget.
  • Private party contact
    Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910

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