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Paraiso, Washington, DC

Paraiso

4.8
4.8
186 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
A photo of Paraiso restaurant

Paraiso

4.8
$31 to $50
Mexican
Capitol Hill

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 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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Additional information

  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Geovany Beltran
  • Catering
    Explore our catering menu on our website and let us cook for your party.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Email us for inquiries hola@paraisotaqueria.com
  • Private party contact
    Tahmina Ghaffer: (202) 805-0469
  • 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

  • New Years Eve - Noche de Estrella

    $95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year in style at Paraíso Mexican Restaurant with our exclusive Noche de Estrellas – a memorable four-course dinner that will transport your senses to a journey through Mexico. Join us for an evening filled with authentic flavors, festive ambiance, and a touch of glamour, as we celebrate the arrival of 2025 in true Mexican tradition. Visit our website to see the full menu.
    New Years Eve - Noche de Estrella Photo
  • 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!
    Bottomless Mimosas! Photo
  • Paraiso Weekend Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for our weekend brunch!
    Paraiso Weekend Brunch Photo

What 186 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paraiso is a culinary gem offering "fantastic food" and an "amazing" dining experience. With a well-curated menu, it shines with inventive twists on Mexican cuisine. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and elegant ambiance, making it an ideal spot for celebrations. Don't miss the tacos and mezcal offerings!

186 Reviews
  1. Dane

    Hawaii

    46 reviews

    3.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined here several times but this was our first time in awhile. It was a bit disappointing. Restaurant lacked its usual fun vibe and was not very crowded. Food was average and service was lacking. Not sure what is going on or just a really off night. Don't think we will come back in favor for el Presidente or other options in DC. Hopefully Paraiso gets back to what we remember.

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  2. Barbara

    Washington DC

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a lovely lunch at Paraiso with friends. We enjoyed delicious roast beet salad, tortilla soup, and a cheese quesadilla. All great, delivered by a very friendly and courteous server.

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  3. Linda

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    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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  4. kathy

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Inventive, fresh flavors. Great service. Really a delight.

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  5. Wesley

    Key West

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    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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  6. Claudia

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    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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  7. Norma

    Greater Boston

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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FAQs

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

Paraiso is rated 4.8 stars by 186 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Paraiso restaurant

Paraiso

4.8
$31 to $50
Mexican
Capitol Hill

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Paraiso

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
  • Phone number
    (202) 544-4368
  • Catering
    Explore our catering menu on our website and let us cook for your party.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Email us for inquiries hola@paraisotaqueria.com
  • Private party contact
    Tahmina Ghaffer: (202) 805-0469
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