Boqueria Penn Quarter

4.6
1586 reviews

About

Spanish Restaurant
A lively, Barcelona-inspired tapas bar serving Spanish classics, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a vibrant and contemporary space.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Boqueria Penn Quarter
777 9th Street NW, Washington, DC
20001, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.6
1,586 reviews
5 stars
1,229
4 stars
233
3 stars
67
2 stars
29
1 star
28

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Overall, customers praised the food, highlighting specific dishes like tapas, paella, and churros, though some found certain items underwhelming or overly salty.

Service Experience

Service quality varied significantly; while many praised attentive and knowledgeable staff, others reported poor service and lack of attention during their visits.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's ambiance was generally well-received, described as lively and pleasant, although some noted it could be noisy.

Value for Money

Several customers felt that the food quality did not match the price, with some expressing disappointment in portion sizes and overall value.

Special Occasions

The restaurant was noted as a good spot for celebrations, with some positive experiences for events like anniversaries and birthdays.
  • MT
    Michael Tam
    3 days ago
    4.0
    Good drinks and everything tastes delicious! I appreciate tapas and making sure there’s enough to feed a small group for Happy Hour. It was very busy the night I dined so service was a little lacking. However they tried their best and I have to give it to the wait staff on managing the drop ins right before the Capitals game!
  • AC
    Andrea Caruso
    Nov 16, 2025
    3.0
    Fun venue, good food, good service until they disappeared. I enjoyed the montado de bistec e chorizo Mac 'n' cheese a little heavier and stronger cheese than I would have expected. OK tortilla and veggie paella. Speedy service until the last dish we ordered after which we were left hanging. Luckily you can just pay by scanning the bar code at the table (very nice!)
  • AG
    Ashton Glasgow
    Nov 15, 2025
    1.0
    Food was the best and the service was slow. Plus they have too many fees when paying the tab. I got chased down by the waiter because I didn't leave a good enough tip. Don't be a waiter because the pay most of the time sucks.
  • BH
    Ben H
    Nov 7, 2025
    5.0
    We had the Chef's Menu for the table. Everything was delicious, but the mushroom croquettes and the steamed mussels were my favorites of the evening. The servers did a great job handling our large group, especially given how busy the restaurant was as a whole.
  • 9F
    911 Never Forget
    Oct 31, 2025
    5.0
    Great, great food without question. Very nice place. But I have to point out the equally best part of out experience at this place. Alexa; our waitress. She was outstanding. She totally dominated the menu. Making suggestions with total authority. I didn’t tell her my culinary background because I don’t like making people nervous. We had an intricate conversation about some ingredients in the menu and their reactions to the recipes, this girl knows what she’s talking about. We are in town for a very special occasion. My wife and I will be taking home our experience with Alexa as a wonderful DC souvenir. Thank you.

Frequently Asked Questions About Boqueria Penn Quarter

What are the regular opening hours of Boqueria Penn Quarter?

Boqueria Penn Quarter is open Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

When is brunch served at Boqueria Penn Quarter?

Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.