Paraiso

4.7

184 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

A creative cuisine inspired by the streets & home kitchens of Mexico.

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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Sun 10:30 am–5:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 544-4368
Website
http://www.paraisotaqueria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Geovany Beltran
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Andrea: (939) 640-7814

Location
1101 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003-2277
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill
Cross street
11th and Pennsylvania SE
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
There is plenty of street parking available around Paraíso and our closest metro stations are the Eastern Market and Potomac Avenue stations.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Bottomless Mimosas!
Multiple dates available
Enjoy $20 bottomless mimosas with any entree purchase during brunch hours! Choose from delicious flavors like Passion Fruit, Guava, Lavender, Hibiscus, and Blood Orange Habanero. Promo per person - no need for the whole table to join, and no time limit!
Paraiso Weekend Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us for our weekend brunch!

What 184 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Paraiso offers a vibrant dining experience with "exceptional service" and "delicious food," including standout tacos and cocktails. The elegant decor and Latino music create a lively atmosphere. While some reviews mention slow service, many praise the attentive staff and exquisite menu. Perfect for gatherings, Paraiso is a "hidden gem" in Capitol Hill.

184 Reviews

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Linda
Washington DC
12 reviews
vip
2.0
12 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The waiter was wonderful; the staff friendly. Don’t go if you have any dietary restrictions of allergies, especially dairy. There are no alterations to the meals; for, they are pre-prepared with no accommodations for substitutions or elimination of cheeses, etc.
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kathy
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Inventive, fresh flavors. Great service. Really a delight.
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Wesley
Key West
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The experience and food was excellent. I definitely recommend a pitcher of margaritas and the carnitas taco. Our waiter was excellent and was present without being intrusive.
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Claudia
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time there, but won't be the last. Real interesting twists on Mexican food. Prices are a bit high...$8 for a tiny tiny bowl of rice.
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Norma
Greater Boston
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We enjoyed the food that we ordered. It appeared to take a long time to get our food. It was challenging to serve the food onto our plates because no spoons or extra utensils were provided. The kitchen seemed very busy, although the restaurant was relatively empty. Perhaps the kitchen was busy filling take out orders.
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Lara
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The only drawback for us was the noise level - too high for us. Please consider some sound-dampening modifications. Noise is stressful mentally and physically for patrons and your staff too.
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JessicaW
Washington DC
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I can’t wait to go back to Paraiso!! Everything was so good. I had the branzino, shrimp taco, cauliflower taco and the birria taco; all of it was amazing.
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Darlene
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I made reservations to dine there for my sister’s birthday. We were pleasantly surprised. The food, ambiance and service were amazing!!!! Looking forward to my next visit!!!
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Barbara
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a family dinner at Paraiso (6 adults) and the entire experience could not have been better! This is not your typical Mexican restaurant…whole branzino stuffed with crab and a spicy pepita sauce….Perfectly grilled octopus….The best Brussels sprouts….and of course, many varieties of awesome tacos of to choose from. Two kinds of ceviche! Margaritas and fancy cocktails. Gabriel, our waiter, was kind, funny, and friendly. He’s the best! He really made the whole experience. Take a chance - come across The Hill for an A++ dining experience. You won’t regret it. (Also, it’s not hard to find parking.)
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Sheila
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dined here twice in one week which is a testament to how much I love the food, service, and ambience. Even though it was brunch, the waiter graciously agreed to bring a vegan option from the regular menu.
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FAQs

Paraiso offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 544-4368.

Paraiso is rated 4.7 stars by 184 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1101 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003-2277

Additional information

Cross street
11th and Pennsylvania SE
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill
Hours of operation
Sun 10:30 am–5:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
There is plenty of street parking available around Paraíso and our closest metro stations are the Eastern Market and Potomac Avenue stations.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Geovany Beltran
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.paraisotaqueria.com/
Phone number
(202) 544-4368
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Andrea: (939) 640-7814

Paraiso

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

Bottomless Mimosas!

Paraiso Weekend Brunch

Menu

What 184 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Paraiso offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Paraiso restaurant rated?

Is Paraiso currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information