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Jaleo

Jaleo

(Now Closed)
Tapas Restaurant and Spanish Restaurant$$$$
Arlington
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  • Nivine Z.
    Nivine ZakhariJanuary 28, 2012
    Great lunch option to try many different, delicious flavors without overdoing it :-)
  • Rachel H.
    Rachel HowellApril 13, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Endibias con queso de camera y naranjas is the hidden jewel of the menu.
  • Becky W.
    Becky WebsterMarch 3, 2012
    Garlic shrimp and croquetas de pollo are amazing.
  • Jim S.
    Jim ShireyDecember 3, 2015
    What's good here? My clients/guests. Noise level was unacceptable. Food was ho-him. Server tried to be courteous; inexperienced; not knowledgeable. Unfortunate choice in 'dining'; NOT to be repeated!
  • Gerald H.
    Gerald HallFebruary 4, 2012
    Try the bacon wrapped dates.
  • Ryan M.heart icon on user image
    Ryan MFebruary 2, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    There is nothing bad on this menu. Seriously. Jaleo is the best.
  • Rupert P.
    Rupert PupkinSeptember 14, 2014
    Fried dates wrapped in bacon... I didn't know food could be this good
  • Americana Hotel
    Americana HotelDecember 6, 2010
    Tuesday Wine Tasting is $5 and you can apply it to your purchase. Want dessert? The flan is delicious!
  • Northern Virginia Magazine
    Jaleo stands out for such simplicity as garlicky sautéed shrimp. - June issue 2012
  • Kim G.heart icon on user image
    Kim GanemNovember 23, 2014
    This place is awesome, try it all!
  • Joanna P.
    Joanna PinedaMarch 18, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Dinner tonight was great. Manchego cheese on tomato toast was great. Also loved the calamari, garlic shrimp and flan!
  • Christian H.heart icon on user image
    Christian HummelOctober 26, 2016
    Service, food & atmosphere.
  • Mihailheart icon on user image
    MihailAugust 21, 2018
    Tasty food, but Really small portions (((. And not affordable, for sure.
  • Colleen N.
    Colleen NSeptember 20, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    From Washingtonian: Get the Mini-Hamburguesas
  • Gerber B.
    Gerber BabyMay 11, 2014
    Everything was good. Except patatas bravas were too salty.
  • Mike
    MikeAugust 5, 2012
    Big portions are served here. Lol
  • Steven S.heart icon on user image
    Steven SchwartzAugust 28, 2013
    The bacon wraps are not the best as Josh G previously indicated.
  • ad c.
    ad cApril 11, 2011
    looked like a good place but yelp listed it closed an hour later than in reality--that and the greeter was a jerk. check the hours before making the trip!!
  • Rick L.
    Rick LayAugust 24, 2011
    Excellent patatas! Better than in Spain.
  • Matt D.
    Matt DickerJune 28, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the pan con tomate with manchego. Authentic, simple, and beautifully made.
  • Georg S.
    Georg SchlaissFebruary 3, 2012
    The passion fruit sorbet is a religious experience!
  • Jessica T.heart icon on user image
    Jessica TavaresAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Love this place👌👌
  • Steve D.heart icon on user image
    Steve DahlgrenNovember 23, 2015
    Tapas, sangria
  • Samantha W.
    Samantha WSeptember 13, 2011
    Awesome sangria and Happy Hour 4:30-7:00 pm!!
  • Sam Y.
    Sam YoonJuly 29, 2013
    Try the Gazpacho
  • Ayesha J.
    Ayesha JohnsonJuly 6, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Jose Andres jin and tonic is a hit!
  • Sam Y.
    Sam YoonJuly 30, 2013
    Try the Vivreau - #WorldWideWater-Spain
  • Irene C.heart icon on user image
    Irene ConleyApril 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Sangria on the patio. No regrets
  • Steven S.heart icon on user image
    Steven SchwartzAugust 28, 2013
    There are no substitutes allowed whatsoever because it would ruin the Chef's vision. That's what I was told.
  • Pink L.
    Pink LuxeMarch 16, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Jamon Serrano Fermin
  • Sam Y.
    Sam YoonJuly 29, 2013
    Try the Fideua Negra
  • Tim F.heart icon on user image
    Tim FAugust 13, 2013
    Tapas for brunch...? Who'da thunk?
  • Pamela H.
    Pamela HNovember 13, 2010
    the Sangria and berenjenas a la Noel are amazing!
  • Pink L.
    Pink LuxeMarch 16, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Calamares en su Tinta
  • Keith B.
    Keith BeckMarch 26, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Sundays after 4, Jaleo offers gazpacho, unlimited paella, salad, and flan for $18
  • Tulio Q.
    Tulio QuinonesNovember 19, 2011
    Jose Andres gin and tonic is amazing
  • Joanna P.
    Joanna PinedaFebruary 4, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Order the spinach and raisins, the garlic shrimp and the manchego cheese!
  • Juan V.
    Juan VargasNovember 19, 2010
    the Buñuelos de Bacalao are awesome!!!
  • Rupert P.
    Rupert PupkinSeptember 14, 2014
    Side note: bartender is a total asshole if you are not a hot chick.
  • Nicole M.
    Nicole M.May 19, 2012
    Olive oil ice cream FTW
  • Andy D.
    Andy DApril 22, 2012
    Try the Lamb Chops
  • Paula K.
    Paula KigerSeptember 27, 2011
    White sangria was yummy! Read more
  • Fran F.
    Fran FisherJuly 9, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Makes the business trip to DC worthwhile....fabulous food!!!
  • Keith B.
    Keith BeckAugust 21, 2009
    Been here 10+ times
    Friday 1830-1930 you can try 4 wine and cheese pairings for $4!
  • Jonathan D.
    Jonathan DiscountApril 6, 2013
    The "salt air" on Jose's Margarita is interesting... was not for me.
  • Josh G.
    Josh GelerisDecember 4, 2009
    bacon wraped dates are the best food I have ever eaten.
  • Anadila M.
    Anadila MahbubOctober 27, 2013
    Bland. Bland is not what I expect when I eat Spanish food. The Sangria at Ping (an Asian restaurant) is better.
  • DJ S.
    DJ SpinFebruary 1, 2010
    Definitely try their Paella!
  • Keith B.
    Keith BeckJune 30, 2009
    Been here 10+ times
    There is a $4 tapas menu at the bar from 1630-1900
  • Detroit On Tap
    Detroit On TapSeptember 19, 2010
    Great food
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