Boqueria - Penn Quarter

“Everything was absolutely delicious! They were gracious enough to host us even though we got there 10 minutes before closing. I can't pick a fav dish because they were all truly great, but regarding soft drinks, their Negroni mocktail is certainly a great bet. Reka was a great hostess/server. One of our highlights of DC.”

“We were looking for somewhere to eat nearby and last minute decided to call to see if they could fit us in — party of 5, only 15 minutes out, at 7pm. To our surprise, they were able to accommodate us! When we arrived, it was only about a 5-minute wait before we were seated. I was honestly shocked at how busy it was and that they still managed to get us in so quickly. Everything was great from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious — every dish we ordered was flavorful and well-prepared. The service was attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was amazing. It had such a lively, warm vibe that made the whole experience even better. We were so impressed that we were already talking about when we’re coming back before we even left. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be back!”

“Came for brunch and really enjoyed the food, especially the Huevos Horneados and the Dátiles con Beicon. The bacon-wrapped dates were delicious, though I do wish there were more than one per person. Prices are on the higher end given the portion provided, but the quality and atmosphere were solid. Friendly service overall, though things can slow down a bit during peak brunch hours.”

“It got better...then got great. So we arrived before our reservation time and we knew we would probably sit at the bar to enjoy a cocktail. However while there were plenty of seats available they had not been bussed, and while the hostess welcomed us with a smile, the bar staff could not seemed bothered with acknowledging our existance. And they were not busy. Come on...bussing the bar should be damn near instantaneous just like welcoming guest. Even as we ordered our outstanding beverages...an espresso martini and a pineapple express...the dirty glasses and plates remained. Really? That is the best you can do? I was real close to paying our tab and walking out the door. An absolutely inexcusable level of service. Even as we were told our table was ready...the dirty glasses and plates from the previous guests remained. Ours of course went with us to our table. That is when the level of service did a 180 and the stars started to appear in the service Joaquin A provided. He was attentive and informative on the menu. The first thing to arrive was the patatas bravas and while it tasted great, it was closer to a cool room temperature rather than warm. Not really worth sending back because they did taste fine but not a stellar effort. However the rest made us forget the speed bump... The Jamon Bellota was an experience well worth the price. Followed by the Gambas al Ajillo, Montana de Bistec, Bikini Serrano, Pan con Tomate...all fantastic. Those were chair worthy. Plus we each enjoyed the red and white sangrias. But more importantly the dirty plates were removed immediately as a new one arrived. I would guess the dirty glasses and plates were still languishing at the bar... We finished with churros...so simple...but hard to make well. And those were exceptional. We are so glad we did not bail after the experience at the bar...we would have missed exceptional food not counting the cool patatas bravas.”

“Nestled in the heart of Penn Quarters in downtown DC, this Spanish tapas restaurant has been on our list of must-try places for a while. We finally decided to visit on a weekday lunch. As we arrived early, the restaurant was still quiet and pleasant, with a few diners already seated. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. We indulged in a variety of classic Spanish tapas, including CROQUETAS DE SETAS, BIKINI, and Montado de Bistec y Chorizo. Each dish was a delightful treat, showcasing the authentic flavors of Spanish cuisine. We both really enjoyed the Montado de Bistec y Chorizo. I’ve already been thinking about going back to try more.”