Going to Barcelona Wine Bar has been the most fantastic exhilarating nights I have enjoyed in my…read morepast 52 years of life. My husband Dave and I go almost every month and the food and drinks are fantastic! I will say this restaurant draws a very young audience, but nonetheless we are always down to boogie. My favorites have been the goats whipped cheese, flank steak, patatas bravas, and the empanadas! And the drinks to absolutely die for! I always start Dave and I off with a pitcher of sangria, red of course, but he's not too keen on the fruity drinks so he always gets a beer. Overall experience is a 10000/10 am definitely going back next month. Xoxo Kathy!

I've been coming to this location for well over a decade and have made so many amazing memories and…read morefriendships here, which makes this experience especially disappointing. I was deeply saddened by the treatment my group and I received. We were kept outside while others were allowed to enter, and the way the staff treated us felt incredibly disrespectful. I have never felt so unwelcome at a restaurant I've supported for so many years. I used to work on 14th Street and hosted many of my social gatherings at this establishment. This place has been part of so many memories over the years, which is why it's upsetting to see how differently I was treated this time. This was also the second time in two weeks that I've had a terrible interaction with security while visiting from the West Coast. On both weekends, I was met with unnecessarily unpleasant treatment. To make matters worse, the female manager doubled down on the claim that a reservation was required to access the bar, despite this never having been an issue during my many years of visiting. I understand that policies and procedures can change, but there is no excuse for making longtime customers feel unwelcome or treating people differently at the door. After more than a decade of patronage, I expected a much higher level of hospitality and respect. Unfortunately, this experience has significantly changed how I feel about returning.

Fun to try our first Jose Andres restaurant while visiting Washington DC for the first time in…read moredecades. We had reservations so the wait was minimal for our party of 6 on a weeknight. We enjoyed sangrias to start, and were seated at a fun foosball table where Elvis and other characters battled it out as we waited to order. The restaurant felt welcoming and festive with lots of bright colors and decor. The manchego cheese and olives, garlic shrimp, and chicken thighs were all very tasty, tender, and succulent. Chicken and mushroom paella was served tableside with a swoosh of garlic aioli on each plate. We finished with 3 desserts which were all very well done - who would think to combine olive oil ice cream with grapefruit? I love eating desserts that I would never prepare at home. Overall, this is a great place to go with a group. Check it out if you're in the area.

We were lucky to get a parking spot out front on a Friday for lunch! Staff are a bit prickly given…read morethe location in the heart of DC and possibly the move along service is due to the majority business lunch traffic. Food was good but a bit pricy - probably due to location. Love their interpretation of a Paper Plane drink.

Came to Boqueria during DC's Winter Restaurant Week and had a great time! It was a good deal too,…read moreand I left so full. Started off with the "Taste of Spain" which included Pan con tomate, Aged manchego, Jamón Ibérico de bellota, and Boquerones con naranja. Since I couldn't eat the latter two, the server said they could double the first two, which was so appreciated. For my first course, I chose the Escalivada (fire-roasted eggplant, red pepper, labne yogurt, fresh herbs, olive oil, served with focaccia) and Croquetas de setas (creamy mushroom croquettes with truffle aioli). The Escalivada was tasty, but more on the tangy side; the bread was more crostini-like than focaccia. The Croquetas were so good: creamy, savory, umami inside and crunchy outside. Next, I got the Zanahorias (spiced baby carrots, sweet and sour reduction, orange honey yogurt, mojo verde, Marcona almonds) and Patatas bravas (crispy potatoes, salsa brava, pimentón, garlic aioli). When I tell you those carrots had me dreaming about them later, I'm not kidding- all of the different flavor combos paired with the perfectly cooked carrots were amazing. The Patatas bravas was pretty classic- crispy potatoes with creamy aioli and tangy tomato sauce. Finally, for dessert, I had the Tarta de naranja (orange olive oil cake, citrus-honey yogurt), and my friend had the Tarta vasca de chocolate (Basque chocolate cheesecake, macerated strawberries, chantilly cream). Both were tasty, but the Tarta de naranja was so good: perfectly dense cake, refreshing citrus, and great contrast with the yogurt. For my drink, I got the Forget-Me-Not refrescante (butterfly pea flower, thyme, honey, lime, ginger beer). Very interesting drink, not sure I'd order again but it was good. Service was great, super willing to accommodate my vegetarian dietary restrictions. Ambiance is really nice, very modern and elegant. Very accessible by metro, just a short walk from the station. 10/10 would recommend!

First... man the chairs were UNCOMFY. Theres two types of stools and the padded one feels slightly…read moreslanted forward and small. But anyways Paella was delicious, the flavor profile was super fun. We got the short rib and seafood, and we all preferred seafood as the short rib was a bit heavy. The fish in it was crispy and so good, especially with the green sauce- nice herby and refreshing contrast. The figs were interesting and fun. But not that filling... I did not like the patatas... sauce was good but the potato itself had none of its own seasoning and was tough. Yes crispy but not pillowy inside. The octopus was delicious and super tender. Would come back for seafood paella and charcuterie.

I tried Del Mar for the first time last week. It's located right on the wharf, kind of right in…read morethe center too. I went late afternoon and opted for their tapas menu. They have two different menus depending on if you sit at the bar or regular dining. My group went with the regular dining and ordered their Spanish tortilla, fig salad, croquettes, and cheeseboard. The Spanish tortilla was a group favorite. It was fried but soft on the inside and topped with warm cheese...so good. The fig salad was solid, but the sprouts or other greens really took over and created an intense bitter taste when you didn't pair a bite with a fig. The croquettes and cheeseboard were fun additions as well, but the tortilla reigns supreme.

After a nice walk along The Wharf, our group decided to stop by Del Mar for lunch. Seeing it…read morefeatured in so many top food guides, we figured it was a good bet for a great meal. They seated us on a gorgeous terrace with sweeping waterfront views, but that's pretty much where the good vibes ended. Immediately, the seating process was a total mess--the staff seemed super confused about how to set up our tables, and they automatically brought out bottled water without us even asking. We decided to go with their $36 brunch deal alongside a few extra sharing plates for the middle of the table. Honestly, the food was fantastic. The crab cakes were packed with flavor, the eggs were cooked to absolute perfection, and having dessert included in that $36 brunch special is an incredible value for this area. Unfortunately, the service completely killed the experience. Despite having a huge team on the floor, the staff was slow, disorganized, and constantly mixed up our courses. To make matters worse, all the confusion led to mistakes on our final check. It's such a shame because the kitchen is doing amazing work and the presentation is spot-on, but the front-of-house team really needs to get it together.

Everything about this restaurant was outstanding! We ordered one of each appetizer and all of them…read morewere great!

Was looking on InKind for places nearby and saw this was across the street and very popular. The…read moreambiance was very inviting and it was not super busy as we came for a late lunch/early dinner on a Saturday. The food was amazing. We shared the Market Fish (Branzino) for a large entree and the Tuna Crudo and Kefta Lamb Skewer as smaller plates. To drink we had both the Gis Masaya Columbier wine and Ornery Down Wit It beer. We look forward to returning

The food was truly amazing and the staff wonderful, I have no idea why there was not a line out…read morethe door.

We have been coming here for years and it's consistently a fantastic experience. Our favorite…read morerestaurant in the area. Lamb chops, shrimp skewers, datiles, pan a la catalana, jamon iberico, paella, ceviche, sopapillas, etc. are all so good and made with love from fresh ingredients. The octopus is the best I've ever had... The family that owns and operates the restaurant is such a welcome presence in Silver Spring compared to the corporate restaurant groups taking over. Support this business and don't forget to try their bottomless brunch!

Have walked by here a few times, and put a mental note to try it. I had the opportunity today with…read morea good colleague of mine. The interior is a deep red, with a Gothic style, and intimate atmosphere. I really appreciated it. The tapas selection is quite extensive and we were in between a few options, but settled on the grilled chicken skewers, grilled shrimp, chorizo, and calamari. They came out very quickly after we ordered, although I will say our server wasn't very attentive or concerned. After he dropped off our food, we never saw him again, so I think the service could he improved in this area. As far as the food, it was all very flavorful and tasty. I especially liked the shrimp (mariscos) and the chorizos. The char on the chorizo gave it a smoky taste, and it was so good. I thought the calamari was pretty good, but not the best I've had and the chicken was also pretty decent but it had a lot of sauce on it. I would definitely come back again and get the shrimp and chorizo. I would also try their meatball, bread with cheese and honey, and a few other items. It's close by where I work, so I can definitely frequent once again.

amazing food 10/10 customer service 10/10…read more outside seating 10/10 definitely recommend

Legit HH and great food. Met up with my old college roommate before the wizards season opener and…read morethis place got us fed well. I ordered patatas bravas twice (crispy and filling), the beef sliders (tender but needed a bit more sauce), mushroom croquetas (tasty and small) , and the shishito margarita (refreshing). Everything was great and our server was on point, always checking to make sure we were good. The inside is pretty spacious and decorated well. Great place for date night honestly. I'm definitely bringing my wife here in the future.

Amazing and very friendly service! We came on a Sunday afternoon and were pleasantly surprised when…read moreour sever indicated to us that they had happy hour. I don't think I've ever been to a restaurant that has happy hour during weekends. The happy hour menu was very extensive and had fabulous options! The standouts: - seafood paella: 10/10, we had to wait a bit to get it but it was worth it - patatas bravas: 12/10, crispy, flavorful with a nice spicy kick to them - croquetas de jamón- my kids' favorites - pan de tomate- great option for kids (and adults lol) The not so favorite: Dates with blue cheese Overall it was a delicious meal! The ambiance is beautiful and we can't wait to be back! P.S. everything looked sooo good that I forgot to take pictures of most of the things before we ate them!

We went to Guardado's for the first time and were extremely impressed…read more It's a cozy little place that gives out such as comfort atmosphere. Makes you feel like you are in Seville. Their staff are so friendly and accommodating. The food were amazing. You know this is an authentic Spain restaurant when they have Tinto De Verano. A famous summary drink in Spain. We had cheese plate which was so fresh and flavorful. A dish with sausage and homemade mashed potatoes which was the best mashed potatoes we ever had. Mussels were cooked perfectly!!! We will definitely going back to try paella!!!

Confession - I haven't written this review for YEARS. In fact, please don't read this review. I'd…read morelike to continue to be able to get in easily to this restaurant without much of a reservation. They have great food, great service, and a nice chill environment. It's not a kid place but they're nice to my kid. Sadly they have pared down their menu but everything on it is excellent. The paella is worth waiting for, but if you don't want to wait the lamb chops are spectacular. Pretty much everything is great but we order the lamb chops every time. If there's three or more drinkers order a pitcher of sangria, otherwise singleton glasses should be fine. Whether you've had tapas before or not, you'll love this restaurant. But ssshhhh! for goodness' sakes don't tell anyone! 'Cause I'd like to keep being able to get in...

Great place, black owned . Food amazing & fresh . Service great . Strong drinks. Clean good vibes &…read morenice energy I will be back

I was passing through the neighborhood and found myself really hungry so I decided to pop in and…read moregrab a quick bite. Also I just had to check it out since I was surprised by an upper mid seafood concept spot "way out here" in Brightwood/ KDY. The salmon bites were tasty, but not memorable. I do wanna come back and try their catfish and or whiting sandwiches. Overall, A for effort. I think the vision is admirable, if not really brave trying to make a living from an upper-mid level takeout seafood spot in a slower residential neighborhood, somewhat far from the high foot traffic parts of town. I hope they're wildly successful.