dLeña by Chef Richard Sandoval
Washington
dLeña by Chef Richard Sandoval is an upscale wood-fired Mexican restaurant in Mt. Vernon Triangle celebrated for modern dishes, signature margaritas, and bottomless food and drink brunch options. Standout menu highlights include their hot-stone steak, tacos, and dramatic flambéed Tomahawk steak paired with mezcal-forward cocktails. The venue also features an aesthetically pleasing interior and houses Roja, a moody lounge hosting live jazz and Bossa Nova music.
Commenters consistently praise dLeña as a top-tier dining destination and an exceptional date-night spot in D.C. Enthusiastic diners frequently highlight dishes like the tomahawk steak, viewing it as a must-try recommendation. While general sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, occasional feedback notes the dining experience as average.
- Order standout dishes like the flambéed Tomahawk steak, hot-stone steak, and tacos.
- Pair your meal with their signature margaritas or mezcal-based cocktails.
- Visit the 21+ downstairs lounge, Roja, for live Bossa Nova on Friday and Saturday from 7-11 PM (first-come, first-served).
- Stop by for bottomless brunch food and drink menus starting at $48.
- Check out the weekday three-course lunch special for a high-value downtown dining option.
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