Fodor's Expert Review Jaleo
Chef José Andrés was one of the first to capitalize on the tapas concept in the United States (at his original Washington, D.C. location), and small plates are the highlights of the menu here, too. You haven't thoroughly explored the menu until there are stacks of plates on your table. The menu includes such delicious choices such as jamon iberico (Spanish ham) and gambas al ajillo (shrimp in oil). Another highlight: paellas, in at least seven varieties. Bring a sense of humor to the main dining room, as some tables are fashioned out of foosball tables that still function perfectly (balls available upon request). For a more formal and intimate experience, try dining in the adjacent "é," an intimate, prix-fixe experience with seats that overlook a separate kitchen.
Quick Facts
- Tapas and paellas
- Fine Spanish ham
- Fun atmosphere