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Jaleo
(Now Closed)Tapas Restaurant and Spanish Restaurant$$$$
Arlington
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Beti FajardoJuly 18, 2016Everything was great! But ask for the special olives if you wanna be blown away.. It's a whole different experience! If you're with guys they might wanna sit at the little soccer table which is fun!
Paulina LeonovichJune 14, 2015Dear Lord, its sooo good. The place is like an Oyster bar, appetizers only but the food is magnificent! Try duck with apricot - cocktail Albariza. And water with no ice by default! #Europestyle
ErikaJune 5, 2015Jaleo hour is a bargain! Only had 2 tapas plates & 1 dessert & came out pleasantly full. The dessert was amazing- caramalised bread,brioche ice cream and chocolate flan, perfect combo of salty&sweet!
Mike the ElderSeptember 18, 2016Decent Spanish food. Of the different things we tried the croquetas de jamón were the best. Nice selection of embutidos (cured meats). Friendly staff and very well stocked Spanish wine list.
Liane BanseAugust 7, 2016Best tapas in the Metro DC area. The have special events sometimes which are always fun and lively. Great food. Be sure to get on the mailing list for events.
Trish LessardDecember 26, 2013Spinach was excellent, we went during clementine had duck and rabbit. Pork was great as well as the dates. The squash soup was delicious.
Megan IngramAugust 8, 2013Amazing food and the sangria was great. I def would get the pitcher. We went there for my birthday and split 3 per person. Loved the potato gratas.
Nicole RovigAugust 17, 2017Stick with the tapas. Liquid olives-molecular gastronomy and acorn-feed Iberico ham. Both will melt in your mouth!
Christina ChinOctober 24, 2017Soaked Banana dessert yum! The chorizo also good and steak and eggs for brunch
Wow! Great people watching and real foodie goodness. BUT be careful, some of this is too clever for it's own good. Honey on eggplant ? Yuk!!!! Let servers be adult supervision. They are great.
Alice FerrisApril 9, 2016Try the Patatas Bravas - A few more #laterspots from Jaleo Crystal City: patatas bravas are one of my must order dishes (via @Foodspotting)- Alice FerrisApril 7, 2016Try the Jamon Serrano , Jamon Iberico, Fermin, Jamon Iberico De Belotta Fermin - That's a lot of ham. #laterspot #dc (via @Foodspotting)
Thomas Vander WalFebruary 2, 2018The tasting menu during Restaurant Week is a great way to walk through the menu and get a wide variety of tastes.
Jean C MontalvoJuly 19, 2020If you go to Jaleo, make sure to order the Patatas Bravas. Is a Delicious plate.
Diane LauerJune 27, 2014Sometimes things are "famous" for a good reason. Don't miss the Gambas a ajillo - perfecto!
- Alice FerrisApril 7, 2016Try the Pan De Cristal Con Tomate - Simple but one of my favorites. Tomato on toast. #laterspot #dc (via @Foodspotting)
- Alice FerrisApril 7, 2016Try the Conos de Salmon - Salmon tartare and trout roe. Great bite to start! #laterspot #dc (via @Foodspotting)
Northern Virginia MagazineOctober 17, 2012"Pay the premium for the purest pigs on the planet: jamon de Ibérico... It’s an exquisite piece of meat, eaten with tomato-smushed bread and little else." - November 2012 Issue
Jerry BanghamNovember 9, 2019A nice assortment of tapas in a pleasant setting. The only downside is the noise from the bar.
eric bornemannMay 12, 2019Good and decent tapas that aren’t exceptionally interesting but well done. Nice outdoor seating, but you’ll probably wish you were at minibar.
Didi McElroyFebruary 19, 2012Espinaca is great! Olive oil served with a clove of garlic and rosemary: a nice touch unless you're on a first date! (Or with a Vampire)
Lisa R.November 7, 2010Go early on Saturday for the brunch menu without the brunch crowds. Our waitress was amazing and the whole staff was wonderful with the 2 little ones we had in tow.- Northern Virginia MagazineJune 28, 2012A bowl of Salmoreja rewards soup lovers with creamy tomato stock, salty Serrano ham, a shimmering, submersible egg and a splash of bracing vinegar. - November 2011 issue
ZoeMay 14, 2017Food is really good. Unfortunately, the service is ugly and the space is even more ugly. Salt air margarita is a great choice.- Alice FerrisApril 9, 2016Try the 'Pan Con Chocolate' - My favorite dessert at Jaleo! #laterspot (via @Foodspotting)
FrecklesUSAMay 17, 2017Loren Israelson (Google him) just made a significant recommendation for the D.C. Jaleo (at the 2016 #MJBizCon).
Katie POctober 13, 2012Bacon wrapped dates!! Our server was far from spectacular. But the food and speed of service were great!
Food & WineJanuary 11, 2012Help support Chef José Andrés’s charity World Central Kitchen through FOOD & WINE’s “Chefs Make Change” program! Click to donate
Sam YoonJuly 29, 2013Try the Arroz De Verduras De Temporada - Traditional paella of summer vegetables
Liza CorrineDecember 13, 2013Spanish tapas bar...great dining experience with pleasant and friendly staff.
Dean SuhrMay 1, 2014Food is good. Selection OK. Prices fairly high (I'm an out of town visitor). Had to go down the street for a cup of Coldstone ice cream to fill me up. We will not be going back.
Simone ANovember 12, 2012Love the seared piquillo peppers with goat cheese. Have to try this at home.
StayArlingtonSeptember 24, 2012Want to take more of a break? Jaleo is an outstanding sit-down restaurant for Spanish food and tapas.
Daniela RodriguezMarch 9, 2013Make sure to leave room for the chocolate dessert with salted carmel... SO yummy!!
Stephanie Van PeltJune 30, 2013Wine shop sells their wines too! The quail is outstanding and we loved the cheese selection!
Is there anything bad in this place?? I don't think so! My advice: just go often and try everything!!! :D
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Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(703) 413-8181
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
No
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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