🇺🇸 Jaleo Review: 30 Years of Spanish Flavors in DC! 🍅🥘
📍 Jaleo by José Andrés (480 7th St NW, Washington DC · Since 1993!) ✨ Why It’s Legendary: ✔️ DC’s OG Spanish spot (still packed on weekends!) ✔️ José Andrés’ flagship—think bold flavors + lively vibes ✔️ Tasting menu hack: Skip it—à la carte tapas are the move 🍽️ Hits & Misses: ❤️ LOVED: • Tomato soup starter (bright, tangy, perfect) • Medium-rare beef + confit peppers (umami bomb!) • Passionfruit cocktail (tropical sunshine in a glass) 🖤 Meh: • Garlic shrimp (good, but DC has better) • Pizza/Jamón (felt like filler) • Veggies (tasty but oily—RIP waistline) 🍟 Guilty Pleasures: • Fried potatoes + cheesy chicken bites (crispy sin) 🍮 Dessert Win: • Not-too-sweet textures (just right!) 💡 Pro Tips: ✔️ Book ahead (even weeknights get busy) ✔️ Skip tasting menu—build your own tapas adventure ✔️ Must-order: Tomato soup + beef + passionfruit drink Hey food adventurers! 🗣️ What’s your favorite José Andrés dish? Or best Spanish spot in DC? Share below! 👇 #JaleoDC #TapasTime #JoséAndrésEats #DMVFoodie #SpanishFlavors #DCClassics