dLeña

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   Daniel

   Washington DC

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dlena Restaurant truly deserves its 5-star rating! The exceptional customer service sets a welcoming tone from the moment you step in. The highlight of the meal, without a doubt, is the tomahawk steak, cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. Each dish is a testament to culinary excellence, making for an outstanding dining experience. If you're looking for a place that combines great food with top-notch service, Dlena is definitely the spot to visit!
   

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   dLeñaResponded 1 day ago

   Hi Daniel! We’re so pleased to hear that you had such an exceptional dining experience at dLeña. It brings us great joy to know our team’s effort to provide top-notch customer service made you feel welcome from the start. We’re especially delighted to hear how much you loved the tomahawk steak! It’s one of our signature dishes, and we take great pride in ensuring it’s cooked to perfection every time. Your kind words about the culinary excellence of our dishes truly warm our hearts!
   

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   Fatima

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall we enjoyed our lunch date . Food was fresh and delicious. My strawberry margarita was made to perfection. Only tiny thing was we notice a small critter race cross table , but nothing a napkin couldn’t kill. I still give 5 stars and will return! shout out to Armando our hostes.
   

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   Andy

   VIP

   Baltimore

   23 reviews

   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was beautiful to look at and amazing to eat!
   

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   dLeñaResponded 1 day ago

   Thank you so much for your 5 star recommendtion, Andy! We're over the moon to hear that you loved both the presentation and taste of our food. We look forward to serving you again soon. ¡Salud!
   

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   Tyler

   Minneapolis

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was incredible! Rebecca is a fantastic job with providing great service and care during my birthday celebration.
   

   dLeñaResponded 1 day ago

   Hello Tyler, thank you for your great review! Unforgettable birthday experiences are our specialty ~ from our amazing food presentations, elegant cozy vibe and spot on service: we know it's a one of a kind visit. All of us at dLeña look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Auryana

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was delicious!! My only complaint might be that there are no hooks for purses under the tables. Definitely coming back for the speakeasy vibes.
   

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   dLeñaResponded today

   Hi Auryana! It's great to hear you loved your delicious food and enjoyed the speakeasy vibes—that’s exactly what we aim for! We also really appreciate your feedback about the hooks. That’s a great suggestion, and we’ll definitely pass it along to our team to consider. Hope to see you again soon for another amazing expereince!
   

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   Kay

   New York City

   18 reviews

   4.0

   18 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Paul was incredibly rude and made me uncomfortable, but Rachid was great.
   

   dLeñaResponded today

   Hello Kay, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize for the experience you had with Paul and that it made you uncomfortable. Your comfort and satisfaction are very important to us, and we’ll be addressing this issue with our team immediately. If there’s anything further you’d like to share or discuss, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly at hello@dlenadc com We value your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
   

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   Cameron

   Miami

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful service I can’t give Troy enough praise he was knowledgeable about the menu fun to talk to and just a great vibe in general. All customers will be lucky to have him! overall great experience great night great food.
   

   dLeñaResponded today

   Hi Cameron! We’re so pleased that you were able to enjoy a wonderful visit with us. Your generous words of appreciation for Troy mean the world to us and we'll be sure to pass it along. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
   

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   David

   VIP

   Washington DC

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First time visitors and enjoyed creative courses, get table, and fine service
   

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   Judy

   VIP

   Baltimore

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Highly recommend the express lunch! Great food!! A Culinary Delight at Delena: A Michelin Star Experience in Washington DC Today, I had the most wonderful lunch at Delena, a Michelin-starred gem in Washington DC, owned by the renowned Chef Richard Sandoval. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and impeccably elegant—perfect for a midday escape into culinary bliss. I started with their signature appetizer crab pumpkin soup, which was beautifully plated and full of bold, vibrant flavors. For my main course, I enjoyed a perfectly cooked birria taco dish that was a masterpiece of both taste and presentation—each bite was an experience! The delicate balance of spices and textures showcased why Chef Sandoval’s cuisine is so highly celebrated. To end the meal on a sweet note, I indulged in a decadent oxaca corn cake dessert, which was almost too beautiful to eat. The combination of rich flavors and light textures left me completely satisfied. What truly made the experience special was the impeccable service. Every detail was attended to with care, making the lunch feel more like a personalized fine-dining experience than just a meal. If you’re looking for an unforgettable culinary adventure in the heart of DC, I highly recommend Delena for your next special occasion—or simply to treat yourself to something extraordinary. Thank you, Chef Richard Sandoval, for a truly wonderful meal! #MichelinStarExperience #WashingtonDC #ChefRichardSandoval #Delena #FineDining #CulinaryExcellence
   

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   dLeñaResponded today

   Wow, Judy! We’re so excited to hear how much you loved our express lunch and that each dish—from the crab pumpkin soup to the Oaxaca corn cake—left such a lasting impression. Chef Richard Sandoval and our entire team truly aim to create a dining experience that is both memorable and personal, so it’s wonderful to hear that the flavors, presentation, and service all came together to exceed your expectations. Your high recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re delighted to have been able to provide you with a culinary escape in the heart of DC. We look forward to welcoming you back soon, whether it’s for another lunchtime treat or a special evening out!
   

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    R

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3

    They don't have an option to not cross-contaminate food with shellfish. While this didn't affect me personally, shellfish allergies are extremely common so this is troubling. Also, service wasn't great.
    

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