Oyamel Cocina Mexicana
- Neighborhood: Northwest
- 401 7th St. N.W.
- Washington, DC 20004
- 202-628-1005
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
It’s hard to believe that a bowl of guacamole could ever be worth $13. That is, unless you see it crafted before your eyes with fresh avocados and exotic seasoning at this trendy Mexican café in Penn’s Quarter. Despite its brilliance, the guacamole is just the tip of the culinary iceberg at Oyamel. With an extensive menu of antojitos (essentially the Mexican version of tapas), hand-made tacos and traditional Mexican entrees, diners are encouraged to order in abundance and sample a variety of flavors. The restaurant’s sleek, modern décor is accented with hanging metallic butterflies and a lineup of skeleton figurines that look like they were swiped from a Dia de los Muertos fiesta. It’s a great choice for an upscale-casual night out that’s far from ordinary.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- 7th and D Streets N.W.
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- Green/Yellow or Red Lines to Gallery Place/Chinatown
The Basics
- Hours:
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Sun.-Mon. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Tue.-Thu. 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-12 a.m.
- Cuisine:
- Mexican and Tapas
- Meals Served:
- Dessert, Dinner, Lunch, and Weekend Brunch
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Recommended
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Restaurant Style:
- Bistro and Cafe
- Bar Style:
- Tequila
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Cozy, Moderate, and Trendy
- Noise Level:
- Moderate
- Features:
- Open Kitchen/Watch the Chef, Signature Dishes, and Specialty Cocktails
- Payment Methods:
- Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
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"So Tasty!"
By DCbydefault from shepard park, December 8, 2008
Wow... the food and service were amazing! We started with an assortmnet of ceviches (salmon was the best) and took advantage of the guacamole (made...
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