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Oyamel
Oyamel Cocina Mexicana combines Mexico’s rich regional culinary traditions with modern urban fare. Guests experience an array of antijitos—traditional Mexican snack or small plates—along with authentic tacos, ceviches and an impressive selection of cocktails and tequilas. This is like no Mexican food you have ever experienced. Under the direction of renowned chef José Andrés, Head Chef Omar Rodriguez takes traditional ingredients and techniques and elevates them to deliver dishes and drinks with exceptional creativity and refinement.
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677 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 677 reviews
5 stars
(278)
4 stars
(299)
3 stars
(75)
2 stars
(20)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(450)
- hot spot(265)
- special occasion(198)
- neighborhood gem(179)
- vibrant bar scene(177)
- good for groups(176)
Oyamel Reviews List
Review 1 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
creative
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a great place for anything from a quick bite at the bar to a full meal. The food is outstanding. There were so many intriguing items on the menu, I found it hard to choose between them."
Dined on 1/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/16/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful waitress (nursing student). Best waitress we had in our three week stay in America."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loud when busy, delicious tacos, scallops, and margaritas. I look forward to returning soon."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 4 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Buena Comida!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food in this wonderfully energectic restaurant. Every bite is rich in flavour and there are so many delicious options it really is difficult to make a decision. From the classic margarita, bursting with the flavour of fresh lime, to the generously stuffed hand-made tacos, there isn't a bite in Oyamel that doesn't tickle the palate into one more bite."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Inventive fun and vibrant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food here continues to be a delight and a revelation each time we go, all consistently luscious and arresting but with enough variety it never becomes routine. The Chiliquiles for comfort, grasshoppers for adventure, corn fungus for the heck of it and carnitas, yucatan barbeque and on and on for the sheer pleasure of it. The tiny plates make sharing a soemtimes complicated thing and more help from the waiters would have been appreciated. In fact, any help from the service staff would have been appreciated. The service was really poor. We waited and waited for everything, but mostly for our waiter to come by, to come back to take our drink order, our food order, refil our drinks. We never did get one grain of the salt we asked for."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious. Corn tortillas are out of this world."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Salt Air a unique hit!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I'm not referring to the ocean; instead their signature margarita "Oyamel." No salt rim needed, the foam topping fills the need. Each sip begins with salt air followed by a fabulous margarita. Outstanding! The small pate format allows many samples and overall quality was superior. The only down side was the Papas. Taco choices are varied and exceptional. Salsa was very good and the guacamole excellent. It's a very energetic place where young professionals gather around the bar sipping Drink and devouring the guacamole, while you may see a senator, or two in our case, and a cabinet secretary in dining room. Quite the experience."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 8 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Creative authentic Mexican
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The drinks at Oyamel are absolutely amazing! Many of them use infused ingredients, so you can't even taste the alcohol. The food (inventive, authentic Mexican) is also really good, though I found it to be a bit heavy. So I would recommend eating at Oyamel during cooler months rather than warmer months; and drinks any time of year of course. Great service and first-rate table-side guac!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Mother's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Oyamel to celebrate Mother's Day. The Mexican tapas were great - a nice play on traditional mexican dishes. Cocktails were also very good. The staff went out of their way to ensure we enjoyed our dinner, and even got a taxi for us at the end."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 10 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Simply awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Over numerous visits over several years this continues to be our favorite restaurant. Highly recommended, everything is created with such care and explosion of flavors in your mouth, from the drinks to the guacamole. Every once in a while we find a menu item that we personally don't like that much, but since the menu changes somewhat along with the specials there are always new exciting things to try. Can't wait to go back and continue to share this experience with our friends."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 11 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food and service!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ambiance a little cramped and nothing special"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Small Plates
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really nice, a little pricey, small plate mexican restaurant. Great margarita's!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: late-night find, special occasion
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Review 13 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My third visit here (during each of my 3 visits in the last month!). Great menu and drinks. Really remarkable food and overall concept. One of my favs that I look forward to riding down on the Acela from NY."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 14 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
best ceviche in town
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"amazing taco de hongos. great drinks."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 15 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit crowded before the caps game. Loud atmosphere but interesting and creative, tasty food"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene
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Review 16 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The best Mexican food in DC. Exceptionally high quality. Very attentive service."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, got noisy.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They did take away some salt from the tableside guac, so it was very palatable."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 18 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Pretheater food fix
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It helps to read the tapas-style menu (in hard to read typeface) online before you go because of the many choices. Also, the noise level makes it difficult to hear the waiters describe specials. Service is fast, sometimes too fast because there is an urgency to get people out the door quickly to their next event, such as theater or Verizon Center event. The still-warm chips and made-at-the-table guacamole are excellent, esp. when combined with a specialty drink.I"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 19 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Oyamel Delivered
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had heard about Oyamel and decided it was a must visit restaurant while I was in the DC area. Went for brunch on Cinco de Mayo and I was not disappointed. Everything was delicious and fresh. I would definitely visit again if I am in the area."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delish
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was delish! Only bad thing was we had to wait about 20 min for our reservation and they put us next to the hostess desk which isnt an idea location, but other than the food and margaritas were fantastic!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 21 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was amazing. Our server was pleasant. efficient and knowledgable. A great overall experience."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 22 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have dined here many times. The food is always excellent. Usually the servers are very attentive and interactive. This time that was not the case but it was Cinco de Mayo brunch and the place was eventually packed.
If you want amazing Latin food or just a few creative cocktails this place is the place to go."
If you want amazing Latin food or just a few creative cocktails this place is the place to go."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 23 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The tableside guacamole was PHENOMENAL! The chips cannot be described. My husband is still talking about them. They were so delicious. I tried the white peach margarita. It was so fresh and delicious. I tried the chicken tamale, which was just ok to me, and the shrimp dish. The shrimp were fantastic. The seasoning and sauce were perfect. We will definitely go back."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene
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Review 24 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent, Again
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"After eating at Oyamel last summer with my family, I made a reservation for my girlfriend and my good friends. The food and the service impressed everyone at the table, and it was clear from the warm environment that the surrounding diners were having fun as well. Eat here."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 25 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Quality
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food and drinks. A little pricey, but quality food for sure. Make sure to try the guacamole and a margarita with salt air."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 26 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Fairly priced
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Priced well. Don't expect too much but execution is reliable."
Dined on 3/23/2013
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Review 27 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Mexican food in DC. It is a very upscale version of Mexican."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Holy Guac
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Oyamel never seems to disappoint. I highly recommend the Oyamel margarita and definitely trying the guacamole."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 29 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"With such outstanding food it's a shame that Jose Andres' wait staff feels the need to upsell the guacamole made at your table. I'm a total foodie, but $13 for guac? I don't think so. And the whole 'made at your table' shtick...so Rosa Mexicano from way too many years ago. Oyamel should be above that."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 30 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Relatively small restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Relatively small restaurant with some unique decorations and lively atmosphere. The food was great and the waitress was very engaging. The drinks were great as well."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot
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Review 31 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
When I arrived, my friends
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"When I arrived, my friends had already been sat, though the reservation was in my name.we ordered margaritas for starters and guacamole! This was the first time that my friends would eat Mexican food at Oyamel (not sure they had had Mexican food at all before). Our waiter gave us helpful hints on how many portions we should get per person and we order the tacos and some meatball. All was very good and also the wine we chose for dinner...
After eating a little bit too much we didn't have dessert.
After all it was a good experience, nothing really outstanding but also all well pretty smoothly! By the time our time was up we were done with dinner and ready to go!"
After eating a little bit too much we didn't have dessert.
After all it was a good experience, nothing really outstanding but also all well pretty smoothly! By the time our time was up we were done with dinner and ready to go!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 32 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful place, one of the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful place, one of the best Mexican food places in town, I love the tapas concept."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent and authentic Mexican
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent and authentic Mexican food....served as small plates. It is easy to order 3 or 4 plates per person and share with your table companions."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 34 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not quite what we were expecting.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not quite what we were expecting. Enjoyed Jaleo much more."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2006
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 35 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Small plates need to be rethought
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Oyamel, like so many other "small plates" restaurants, needs to understand that some people need to eat reasonable, as opposed to precious amounts of food. I had a plate of ceviche that was delicious - but absolutely miniscule - for $12. I had a total of three small dishes - and then went home and had dinner because I was still hungry. Some larger, more substantial plates (they don't have to be main course size) should be offered. BTW, I work out regularly and am in very good shape - I am not overweight, but I do have a healthy appetite. That said, the dishes I did have were excellent. The service, tho, was subpar. Our waiter showed a lack of patience because we didn't order immediately; drinks ordered 1/2 way thru dinner arrived late."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 36 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Oyamel was busy, bustling
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Oyamel was busy, bustling with a high energy vibe. The place was a bit noisy but not annoyingly so.
The chips and salsa were divine, as was the table-side, freshly made guacamole.
We ordered quite a smorgasbord from the menu. Everything was tasty but nothing really knocked our socks off. We definitely didn't like the cactus salad.
We were glad we went."
The chips and salsa were divine, as was the table-side, freshly made guacamole.
We ordered quite a smorgasbord from the menu. Everything was tasty but nothing really knocked our socks off. We definitely didn't like the cactus salad.
We were glad we went."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Server really went out of
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Server really went out of his way to point out specials, keep the glasses filled, and was always right at hand when we needed him. Hard to talk, however. Quite noisy. But for very good Mexican/Spanish tapas type food, despite the noise, this is the place."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2006
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 38 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous food and excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous food and excellent service all in a comfortable, yet lively, environment. Oyamel is one of our favorite restaurants."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I love Oyamel, it's real problem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love Oyamel, it's real problem is noise. I had to shout across the table for my husband to hear me! It was the only downside to an otherwise lovely meal."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of my two favorite spots
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of my two favorite spots downtown, the other being Rasika. Very clever menu, all delicious."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not my first, nor my last
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not my first, nor my last time dining at Oyamel ... the menu has consistent favorites as well as new food and drink additions every time I visit. The chilaquiles were outstanding at an authentic level."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 42 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went here for my birthday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went here for my birthday and had a blast! Food was fantastic, though small portions, ordering a variety of items was also good in exploring the menu. Im normally not a fan of mojitos but their mojitos are amazing, no mint leaves and all foam!!! A great twist to a traditional mojito!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 43 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best restuarant in DC
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I can't say enough about this restaurant. The food was incredible, not your usual hodge podge of tex mex... this is really creative, outstanding fare, drawn from the Yucatan peninsula and Mexican chefs who understand gourmet food... The crispy Brussels sprouts were the best I've ever had. The ceviche are also incredible. The drinks are all original creations and rate very high, not to mention that you can get their margaritas in pitchers. Our server was great, Alex... He was not only knowledgeable about the food but also prepared several tables worth of fresh guacamole. Prices are reasonable, not cheap but the value is high. Meats were perfectly done, we also had fish tacos and a really great cactus salad. Please GO THERE!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Oyamel was great! However,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Oyamel was great! However, of the 3 Jose Andres restaurants in DC, it's my least favorite. The food was good and there was a lot of variety but it was all very heavy which isn't always great for tapas. The plate sizes were good though, and the drink list was great. Don't skip the tres leches!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food is excellent, as
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is excellent, as one would expect in a Jose Andres restaurant. The ambiance is poor for dining though. The restaurant design is festive and interesting, but they have crowded in far too many tables into a relatively small and noisy space. There's little space between tables and conversation requires near-shouting. The service is personable. There's a lot of hovering, however. Plates are cleared before finished and flipping the table is obviously a priority. If you have to have Jose Andres take on noveau Mexican, this is your place. Look elsewhere, though, if you want to enjoy your meal and have a conversation that does not make you hoarse by the end of the meal."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2007
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Review 46 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic food, fabulous margaritas . A really wonderful evening,"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 47 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Oyamel is wonderful and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Oyamel is wonderful and the staff is gracious and kind. It's one of our favorite places. Thanks Oyamel for making us happy!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2005
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Review 48 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of my dishes that I ordered
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of my dishes that I ordered never made it to the table. No problem. The waitress apologized and removed it from the bill. Hey, it happens. Otherwise everything else here was awesome."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is always delicious,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is always delicious, as are the drinks. Service is always high energy, friendly and helpful."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Oyamel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food! We enjoyed everything.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food! We enjoyed everything...we ordered about 6 different dishes and they were lovely."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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