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dLeña, Washington, DC
Award-winning

dLeña

4.6
4.6
1983 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American
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dLeña

4.6
$31 to $50
Latin American
Mount Vernon Square

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 70 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

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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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve 2025

    USD 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.
    New Year's Eve 2025 photo

Menu

Guacamole

  • Traditional Guacamole**USD 16.00

    avocado - tomato - onion - cilantro - lime

    • Tuna Guacamole* **USD 22.00

      sushi grade tuna - chile de árbol salsa-macha - jicama salad - chipotle mayo - charred tostada

      • Maryland Crab Guacamole**USD 23.00

        smoked jumbo crab - sundried chili salsa - old bay mayo - scallion - crispy tlayuda

        Para la Mesa

        • Habanero Pepita Salsa**USD 21.00

          pepita - charred tomato - habanero - crispy tlayuda

          • Tuna Tostada* **USD 21.00

            oaxacan tlayuda - habanero mayo - avocado - queso fresco - radish - spicy black bean purée - cherry tomato - salsa macha

            • Queso FundidoUSD 21.00

              melted cheese - tomatillo salsa cruda - caramelized onion - corn tortillas; choice of : cecina, chorizo, or mushroom (vegetarian)

              • Ostiones a la Leña*USD 25.00

                half dozen grilled oysters - smoked trout caviar - creamy crab - bacon relish - pickled habanero salsa - chipotle mignonette

                • Pork Belly** ^USD 17.00

                  chipotle glaze - peanut red pipian - watercress - pickled vegetables

                  • Empanadas de Wagyu** ^USD 24.00

                    beef tenderloin - truffle manchego - oyster sauce - almond - guajillo chili - chimichurri

                    • Corn Empanadas**USD 17.00

                      sweet corn - ají amarillo - manchego - chimichurri

                      • Hot Stone Wagyu* **USD 31.00

                        sliced beef tenderloin - citrus chili toreado - truffle soy shishito pepper - charred tlayuda - smoked grape chimichurri

                        • Bone Marrow & Tuna Chicharron**USD 26.00

                          crispy tuna - panela - guacamole - xni-pec salsa - pickled vegetables - charred serrano - blue corn tortillas

                          Ceviche y Aguachile

                          • Ceviche Amarillo* **USD 20.00

                            hamachi - yellow aguachile - ají amarillo - mango - orange

                            • Aguachile Campechano* **USD 22.00

                              octopus - shrimp - fish - leche de tigre - cucumber - onion - mango - tomato - avocado - cilantro - tortilla chips

                              • Snapper Tiradito*USD 21.00

                                charred habanero mayo - achiote ponzu - radish - cucumber - cilantro - yuzu avocado cream

                                Ensaladas y Sopas

                                • Ensalada de Kale^USD 17.00

                                  smoked manchego - baby kale - fig - caramelized pumpkin - agave almond - honey applecrisp - pomegranate seeds - orange balsamic vinaigrette

                                  • Heirloom Tomato & BurrataUSD 19.00

                                    grilled compressed watermelon - caramelized golden beet - lemon vinaigrette - toasted pepita seeds - sorrel - morita balsamic reduction

                                    • Crab Pumpkin SoupUSD 15.00

                                      smoked jumbo crab - green apple - butternut squash - caramelized pumpkin seeds - crème fraîche foam

                                      Wood Burning Grill

                                      • Tomahawk*USD 150.00

                                        mezcal flambéed tableside - bone marrow butter; choice of two sides

                                        • Serves TwoUSD 150.00

                                      • 14oz 30 Day Aged Boneless Ribeye*USD 63.00

                                        herb wagyu butter - chimichurri - shishito - charred lemon; a la piedra style: pepper, onion, salsa, guacamole & tortilla (dairy)

                                        • Medio Pollo al Carbon**USD 34.00

                                          grilled half chicken - guajillo achiote marinade; criolla sauce - grilled broccolini

                                          Tacos

                                          served by 3 pieces

                                          • Short Rib** ^USD 22.00

                                            chile de árbol peanut sauce - salsa verde cruda - flour tortillas

                                            • Camarón**USD 18.00

                                              breaded shrimp - jicama tortilla - chili powder - pickled onion - chipotle mayo

                                              • Pulpo al Pastor**USD 24.00

                                                adobo octopus - onion - cilantro - grilled pineapple - avocado salsa verde

                                                • Birria de Hongos**USD 19.00

                                                  grilled truffle manchego - braised guajillo mushroom - bean purée - cilantro - pickled onion

                                                  Especialidades D'lena

                                                  • Wagyu Steak a la Piedra* **USD 60.00

                                                    australian grade #9 - crema fresca - guacamole - fajita pepper mix - molcajete sauce - corn tortillas

                                                    • Short Rib al CarbonUSD 45.00

                                                      smoked short rib - bibb lettuce - tres salsas - pickled vegetables

                                                      • Dleña Mar y Tierra* **USD 65.00

                                                        wagyu filet mignon - seafood enchiladas - crispy onion - requeson cheese sauce - dried chili gastrique

                                                        • Carnitas Pork ShankUSD 45.00

                                                          salsa verde cruda - molcajete - pickled vegetables - bean purée - tortillas

                                                          • Zarandeado* **USD 44.00

                                                            branzino - citrus slaw - charred marinade - grilled half avocado - corn salsa

                                                            • Grilled Oaxacan Shrimp^USD 45.00

                                                              charred garlic marinade - guava mole - grilled onion - roasted corn esquites - corn tortillas

                                                              • Seafood Enchiladas**USD 32.00

                                                                shrimp - maryland blue crab - crema fresca - creamy guajillo sauce - greens

                                                                • Coliflor a la Leña** ^USD 23.00

                                                                  charred cauliflower - chimichurri - red pipian - creamy requesón sauce - roux

                                                                  Para Acompañar

                                                                  • Zanahorias al Carbon^USD 12.00

                                                                    roasted heirloom carrot - pepita pistu chimichurri - cashew tofu aioli - ají amarillo honey

                                                                    • Papa al Horno**USD 12.00

                                                                      wood-fired baked potato - crispy pork belly - ají amarillo tartar - chive

                                                                      • BroccoliniUSD 12.00

                                                                        grilled - smoked chili - olive oil - sea salt

                                                                        • Roasted Corn EsquitesUSD 12.00

                                                                          baby corn - bacon - cotija - epazote - lemon - spicy mayo

                                                                          Postres

                                                                          • Carajillo Crème BruléeUSD 14.00

                                                                            licor 43 - espresso - served tableside

                                                                            • Mil Hojas Argentino** ^USD 14.00

                                                                              crêpes - warm cajeta caramel - carmelized almond - whipped cream - strawberry - salted caramel ice cream

                                                                              • Creamy Corn Cake**USD 14.00

                                                                                hibiscus mezcal glaze - popcorn gelato - vanilla cookie crumble

                                                                                • Honey Vanilla Cheesecake**USD 14.00

                                                                                  honeycomb - blood orange -citrus berry blend - tuile

                                                                                  • Sorbets & GelatosUSD 9.00

                                                                                    seasonal flavors

                                                                                    Last updated: 7 December 2024

                                                                                    What 1,983 people are saying

                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                    4.6
                                                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                    • 4.6Food
                                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    dLeña offers a vibrant dining experience in Washington, DC, with "absolutely amazing" food and a lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the bottomless brunch and "incredible" cocktails. The restaurant is praised for its "excellent" service, with standout servers like Troy. Don't miss the crab guacamole and "delicious" short rib tacos.

                                                                                    1,983 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Giulia

                                                                                      Miami

                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                      Dined today

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Both the food and service were really good! I will definitely go back

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                                                                                    2. Marshilene

                                                                                      Greater Boston

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We loved the all you can eat brunch experience. We tried almost everything and it was all delicious. One issue was that drinks took a bit long to come out which was a little disappointing since we were doing bottomless drinks and had a time limit to order. Nonetheless, our waiter took really good care of us. We also did the 1:30 reservation which I think is the last reservation they take for brunch because towards the end of the meal, we were told we have to be out of the restaurant by 3:20 to allow for the change over to dinner. We had about two full hours to eat and drink so that wasn’t a big issue but definitely something to keep in mind when booking your time. Overall, we had a good time here and I would definitely come back to try dinner and check out the lounge.

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                                                                                    3. Diddi

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      38 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      38 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      It took a while to get here. Wish I could say the wait was worth it. It was just “Okay” the menu had a few highlights but mostly felt like alot of ingredients were selected not because they go well together but to make a statement. Due to this do not expect the menu items to have a traditional taste. For some, untraditional Mexican is good and for others it’s not. Thats why I say it’s “Okay”

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                                                                                    4. Jill

                                                                                      Greater Boston

                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      My only challenge with this wonderful restaurant was finding the front door:) The house margarita was perfect and full of flavor. The waitstaff is very attentive - your water glass will be full! The ambiance was warm and visually this was a beautiful spot. and the food.... that was so delicious! The presentation was art. I look forward to revisiting on my next trip here.

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                                                                                    5. AlexM

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      25 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      25 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      The food was amazing. Short rib tacos and the short ribs were delicious ! They forgot to bring ou my guacamole but they comped that for us. Our server was amazing

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                                                                                    6. Kristin

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We had a great experience Friday night! The service was amazing, the drinks were delicious, and the food was great. We enjoyed the chips and salsa, oysters, and the ribeye with broccolini.

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                                                                                    7. Barbara

                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      It was a wonderful dining experience. Excellent service, ambience & the food was delicious

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                                                                                    8. Robert

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      food and service were outstanding !!! would absolutely return

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                                                                                    9. Margaux

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Terrible terrible service. It took over 30 minutes for them to bring drinks and when she did she left it corked on the table for 10 extra minutes while she helped another table. She made us pass everything across the full table instead of walking around. She had us pour our own wine. She spilled a glass of wine on my friend. And it took asking 3 times to get a steak knife for our steak. We were definitely not prioritized because we are younger adults but we spent just as much and deserve good service as well. Very disappointing and the food was lackluster.

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                                                                                    10. Guillermo

                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      The food was good, some of the food was over salty, the waiter was amazing but the dishes weren’t explain. Music to loud.
                                                                                      dLeñaResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                      We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and that your waiter provided amazing service—it’s always our goal to make sure our guests feel taken care of. We apologize if some dishes were too salty and for the lack of dish explanations during your visit. Your insights are invaluable and will help us do better moving forward. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide you with a more enhanced experience.

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    dLeña offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 560-5999.

                                                                                    dLeña is rated 4.6 stars by 1983 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                    A photo of dLeña restaurant

                                                                                    dLeña

                                                                                    4.6
                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                    Latin American
                                                                                    Mount Vernon Square

                                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                                    Booked 70 times today
                                                                                    Experiences are available.

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for dLeña

                                                                                    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
                                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                      http://www.dlenadc.com/
                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                      (202) 560-5999
                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                      Please email events@dlenadc.com for more details

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