amazing food 10/10 customer service 10/10 outside seating 10/10 definitely recommend read more

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Service 4 out of 5 Seafood paella 2 out of 5 - disappointing Smell and ambiance 3 out of 5 read more

Bodega is a cute tapas spot right in the heart of Georgetown. Not a bad place to stop by for a quick bite or to enjoy happy hour to wait out the traffic (that's what I did). I thought the service was basic, but I really had to hand it to them on friendliness. They let me use the restroom without having to pay for anything first, which is much appreciated when you have to go. So I didn't mind spending a few bucks with the establishment. I have to say, the food was just okay. It didn't blow me away. I got the bistek a la plancha and the red sangria (I forgot to take pictures before dogging in ). I sat at the bar, and I could tell that the bartender was a bit distracted, but it took away from the overall experience (i.e. waiting for a steak knife, having to ask for bread, waiting for salt and pepper etc.) I'd go more for the ambiance and location over the quality of the food. Just my take. Hope this helps! read more

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Amazing service, great food, wonderful ambiance. Everyone who works here is professional, attentive, and welcoming. Highly recommended!

This place is wonderful! One of my favorites is the octopus. My friends and I shared a bunch of tapas. We got the gambas al ajillo, calamari, chicken croquettes, pan with manchego cheese. Everything was great although the chicken croquettes seemed slightly unflavored and could have used a sauce. The ambiance is great and they had decorations for Halloween. The service was also great, especially for a Saturday night. For anyone looking for Spanish tapas in the Georgetown area, this is a great spot! read more

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I could've sworn I wrote and completed a review for this place but alas I did not so here I am unable to leave it blank because I enjoyed this establishment so much! We stopped by for a late work dinner and they were gracious to seat us and serve us promptly without a reservation. Our server was very attentive and friendly. He made suggestions and took the time to explain any items we weren't familiar with. Since there were so many items that sounded great and so close to closing time, we ended up ordering the Dinner Package for two which came with a few of the items we were originally interested in plus the Sangria pitcher. This did not disappoint! it was a nice size and tasty feast! The staff were awesome and friendly and allowing us to take our time to enjoy our meal as we helped them to close the place! A big plus was the awesome Spanish decor and separate private family style tables. Parking in this area is a bit hectic, so def come with patience. read more

The food was delicious overall. The cheese platter for $15 was disappointing with a few different cheeses, had to ask for crackers and bread to enjoy it properly. No one dish stood out as excellent with the exception of Pimientos del piquilla rellenos... very tasty. We were seated next to the cashier stand and endured the loud gossiping of the cashier who prevented waiters from refilling water or asking if we needed anything else. In addition to other diners listening to IG post full volume, it made for an unnerving dining experience. Not so quaint for a Sunday evening. I think the owner, seated us because no one at the hostess stand was paying attention to our entree into the restaurant. Try and judge for yourself. read more

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Decided to enjoy happy hour but it was so so. Everything from the service to the food and cocktails left a lot to be desired. In the middle of Georgetown, they had a steady flow of patrons. Happy hour is only at the bar My friend ordered a hibiscus margarita and some Gambas Al Ajillo which essentially is thawed shrimp in olive oil - something that could've been made at home. The first margarita was very light and tasted completely like juice but the 2nd was a tad stronger. I ordered a red wine sangria which was just that - red wine with apples - and Datiles Con Tocino - crispy bacon wrapped dates. They were pretty tasty but fried a little too crispy. The atmosphere is nice and chic but not necessarily a place I would choose to 'have a good time' read more

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This is my first time trying a Spanish restaurant. I have to say Spanish food has its own taste even though it seems really similar to other European or American food visually. However the way how it was seasoned is really different. I think if you have not tried, you should try it. The service is good. The decoration with bullfighting theme is very unique. Spanish seafood rice dish is the winner after all. I like this restaurant. read more

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We had Easter Sunday lunch at La Bodega, and it was such a great experience from start to finish. We sat out on the back patio and pretty much had the whole place to ourselves--it was peaceful and relaxing. Our server was super friendly and attentive, which made everything even better. We kicked things off with drinks--a pomegranate-tini that was light and fruity, and a Caipirinha that was perfectly refreshing with lime, sugar, and cachaça. Both hit the spot. For tapas, we tried a bunch of dishes and loved them all: * Camarones a la Plancha - Grilled shrimp cooked just right with olive oil and garlic. Simple, juicy, and full of flavor. * Chorizo de la Casa - Their house-made Spanish chorizo was delicious--crispy on the outside, smoky, and just a little spicy. * Patatas Bravas - Crispy fried potatoes with a spicy brava sauce and creamy aioli. Crunchy on the outside, fluffy inside--total comfort food with a kick. * Pulpo a la Plancha - Grilled octopus with a nice char, super tender, and served with olive oil and herbs. Really tasty and not chewy at all. * Dátiles con Tocino - Sweet dates wrapped in crispy bacon with a little cheese inside. Sweet, salty, and kind of addictive. * Setas a la Plancha - Grilled mushrooms with garlic and parsley. Earthy and savory, with a great meaty texture. We also had the house bread with olive oil, and wow--it was so good. Fluffy inside, crispy outside, and super light. We could've eaten a whole basket of it. Overall, the food was awesome--everything was flavorful, well-cooked, and nicely portioned. Not too spicy, not bland--just right. Great service, great food, and a chill vibe on the patio. Definitely recommend checking out La Bodega if you're in the mood for tapas and want to try something different than the other Georgetown restaurants. read more

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First time. Back patio was perfect. Waiter top notch. Patatas Bravas, Pimientos del Piquillo Rellenos de Costilla de Buey, and Dátiles con Tocino were AMAZING! Albóndigas Estofadas were very tender and the sauce divine. Only miss was the Cuttlefish was firm like over cooked shrimp. Next time in the area for sure! read more

Everything was off. The best thing about the Paella Marinera con Bogavante was the rice. Which, for a seafood paella, is not okay. The texture was all wrong, and I barely got any meat in the lobster, I felt scammed. The price seemed like a blatant attempt to overcharge tourists who don't know any better. This was my first time eating dinner in Georgetown. A place that, as someone who lives in DC, has never felt very welcoming to the working class. Unless proven otherwise, I feel this part of town is a scam in itself, designed to get you to spend as much as possible in one outing. So, it makes sense that this restaurant relies on its location to make up for the lack of quality in its food. Fancy mall food. The Setas a la Plancha tasted like they were just reheated, and if you didn't eat them quickly, they went cold. The Bistek a la Plancha was overwhelmingly salty. The Pulpo a la Plancha had the oddest chew, and the potatoes were hard and grainy. The biggest plus of my experience was the cleanliness and atmosphere of the building, as well as the kind service. read more

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The ambience and service were great and food was unmatched! Great place for a group dinner- lots of sharing for a variety of tapas and flavors! read more

Last minute reservation for our last night in DC. Wow. This place is a must. Their Croquetas were amazing. If my kid wasn't a fan of dates before this, eating their Dátiles con Tocino means he is now. They were so good! My favorite had to be the tomato bread with Serrano. The star of the night goes to their Paella Marinera con Bogavante. All the seafood in it just sings to your little Spanish heart! It also paired pretty well with the red sangria. Im kind of glad this place is on the other side of the country from me...if it was closer it could be dangerous, I would want to go all the time! DC is so lucky! read more

Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge - Seafood paella - Tapas Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place is really just soso. More of a touristy restaurant I think. Pretty inside and on a very buzzy location of Georgetown with pretty ambiance. The food was lacking in quality and either had lack of, or strange off flavors. House salad had brown ends. Gazpacho wasn't bad but not good either. Lacked the yummy punch of Jaleo's. Potato bravas Romesco sauce had little flavor. The chorizo with peppers and the lamb chops weren't bad though. I'll try another Spanish restaurant next time. read more

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Great place for happy hour or hangout with friends. Convenient location, easy access when in Georgetown, DC. Walkable with nearby parking garage if needed. narrow space inside , typical DC vibe, felt a bit tight especially when the waiters started to walking around in faster pace. Dark interior with slight European decor...interesting and fun to look at. We ordered steak, shrimp, lamb chops, rosters pepper and bread with cheese, along with drinks. The quality of the foods were great. Meats were juicy & not over cooked. Shrimps was tasty but not very special, so was the Spanish bread with cheese. Steak was full of flavor and easy to chew. Service was attentive but lack of warmth, missing the personal touch to it, we felt just like a number on the clicker. If you like tapas like I do, this place is OKAY, & not great. 仅供参考 read more

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Everything here was absolutely delicious! We came later in the evening and the staff was so friendly and helpful with the recommendations. We opted in for the 2 for $120 special where we could choose two cold appetizers, three hot tapas, and paella, and a dessert for $120. We tried the: bread tapas one with goat cheese and honey, the other with tomato and prosciutto, the garlic shrimp, lamb chops (not pictured but highly recommend), and the calamari. For the paella we chose the seafood paella which came packed with seafood it was amazing. Everything here is highly recommended it was so flavorful and tasted authentic. I would definitely come back when I find myself in Georgetown. read more

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The range of tapas will fit any mood or flavor each person in the party is looking to quench, literally no notes. Wished there had been a better range of desserts. Crème brûlée was more of a pudding. Als wished there were more NA beer/wine selections than just NA Heineken. read more

Cavernous restaurant...crowded, noisy and festive ambiance. It's a surprise that they can keep their act together...but they do for the most part. Our appetiser came out AFTER we were all done with our dinner for our party of 7. It's tapas. Don't order the chicken croquettes or the calamari.The mussels, the shrimp in evoo and the steaks were great. Pls ensure that you order a bread basket...the server does not present the suggestion (bummer!!) but trust me, it is required and helps with the favoured soups and evoo. Oh yes also, 45 min wait time for paellas. read more

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We braved the cold, had dinner here and it was wonderful, not only the food, but also the service. The staff was super friendly and ambiance was just right. read more

We've ordered from Bodega quite a few times prior to visiting in person, for take out we would always order the arroz Abando which we love but we divided to dine in the restaurant for our anniversary and in addition to ordering the rice, we also orders a few other items from their menu which we were not huge fans of, will definitely be sticking to our one menu item in the future. Service was good and the interior felt quite cozy. read more

Bulla is not anymore what it used to be. Not even the servers are the same. The portions of the meals shrank. They rose the prices. I don't know whether they hired new cooks but the food doesn't taste the same. It was a great place to have drinks and good food to taste. Not anymore. read more

Had the bacon wrapped dates, seared octopus, and Spanish seafood rice. Overall very good. Nice interior decorations with Spanish taste. read more

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I WOULD NEVER RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO MY WORST ENEMY. And I've never left a yelp review. I was sat and had to call over a server since no one came for 15-20 minutes. I wanted to order the prawns but the server convinced me to order the shrimp. You cannot convince me this shrimp was not FROZEN. I know shrimp and the texture was wrong. I also ordered the patatas bravas which are supposed to be spicy. Instead they tasted like large chunks of boiled potatoes with ZERO flavor. I ordered the bacon wrapped dates; I'm convinced the bacon wasn't even cooked. It was chewy, fatty, mushy white bacon that was INEDIBLE. The severed NEVER came back and again after 45 minutes I had to ask someone else to get me the check. I told them how the bacon was not cooked and the response was "sorry you didn't like it." They charged me for the whole meal and couldn't care less. This was actually probably the WORST dining experience I have ever had and I eat out every night. The service was TERRIBLE and the food was even worse. Worst part is I still tipped because I felt bad. Chances are they still talked trash on the 11% I left when it should have been 0. read more

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Below-average food and service. If you're looking for Spanish tapas, I recommend Boqueria or Barcelona Wine Bar--both offer much better food and service. read more

INCREDIBLE experience!! Came with four people, one of whom has a severe dairy intolerance. The staff was so great about knowing which tapas on the table were some she could eat or at least enough to know she should avoid. Everyone we met was kind, friendly and so knowledgeable! We all had more than enough to eat. Favorite dishes at the table; steak tapas, mussels in wine, jamón Serrano bread, pulpa and rissoto. But honestly, not a bad plate. Although a big restaurant, its narrow and maintains a careful intimacy, my chair was close. To the table beside us but never heard them. We couldn't decide on what we all wanted and I'm so glad we picked Bodega and tapas. Incredible! read more

If you like tapas this is your place to go in Georgetown! The tapas menu is so large. They have cold and hot tapas. We tried the Tortilla Española, Patatas Bravas, Pulpo and Sepia a la Plancha. I think if you go with a big group you should order more than one tortilla española because it might be shareable only for 2 people. The other tapas were good portions. Our server was attentive and recommend us the best dishes. We also had paella de pollo y chorizo and arroz abanda and they were both delicious. The ambiance is beautiful transporting you to Spain. Overall it was a great experience! read more

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Good vibes. Dressed pretty casually but should've dressed up it seems! Service was friendly and quick. Food was tasty and there was a good happy hour selection. read more

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I've been coming here since before it was Bodega (manhattan's back in the day). Told might be the last time after this weird and rude interaction. Came in with my 6 yr daughter and they sat us at a 4 top ( place was essentially empty). After we quickly went to the bathroom and upon return were asked to move to a smaller table because of a "mistake". We were sat at an L shaped 2 top which was uncomfortable. Then the guy has the nerve to then wait on people who came after us. I told him my disappointment but essentially was told too bad. Not the kind of behavior I want my daughter seeing so we left. Hostesses to their credit tried to get us to stay and offered us another table (was it really all booked?). read more

Stopped by Bodega for some Spanish tapas and left with mixed feelings. The place itself is really cool--lots of character, with a strong Spanish vibe that makes it feel like a little escape from DC. Definitely a fun spot to grab a drink and share some small plates. Tried a few dishes: potatoes, lamb chops, chicken skewers, and roasted peppers. The lamb chops were super flavorful and cooked just right. The roasted peppers were surprisingly good, a bit unexpected but tasty. The potatoes were well-seasoned but nothing great. The chicken skewers, were a letdown--they had a lot of potential but ended up being a bit too tough and lacked flavors even with the sauce. Service was quick and friendly, which is always a plus and ended up staying for 3 hours. read more

Cute spot to grab dinner after exploring Georgetown. Came in on a Saturday evening for dinner with friends and sat in the back patio area which was super nice on a beautiful summer day! We ended up ordering the Pollo Y Chorizo Paella along with a bunch of tapas such as the Patatas Bravas, Lamb Chops and Mejillones al Vapor. They prefaced the Paella would take a long to cook before confirming our order. Also, double checked our various food allergies. Truly appreciated how friendly and accommodating the staff was from beginning to end. Overall the food was okay. I personally wasn't a fan of the Paella since it was heavy on the cheese (not the best for the lactose intolerant friends). Maybe I just didn't read the menu correctly. 3.5/5 - Food 4/5 - Service & Ambiance Worth a try if you're in the area! read more

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I've been to Bodega several times and it doesn't disappoint! Our most recent meal hit the spot when we were craving tapas. Their Rosada sangria is to die for. I couldn't help but slurp down 2 of them during dinner. The sangria has just the right amount of sweetness and lovely bubbles. The strawberries soaked in booze are the cherry on top. We ordered a ton of tapas - Croquetas de Pollo, Patatas Bravas, Tortilla Española, Albóndigas Estofadas, Gambas al Ajillo and the Paella de Pollo con Gambón. (Don't judge we were hungry!) All were delicious but the shrimp fell a little short. And the paella didn't have that amazing crust you expect with a paella. But, overall we really enjoyed our meal. I'll be back for another couple more Rosadas. read more

A night out with the girls after going ring shopping for one of them led us to make reservations here. We ordered an array of tapas (which. We filled two tables) because everyone wanted to try different things. What better way to see what you like? So we ordered and I ate the following: Tabla de Quesos Españoles con 19 Acompañamientos, Ensaladilla Remolacha con Queso de Cabra y Nueces, Pimientos del Piquillo a la Plancha, Patatas Bravas, Calamares Fritos con Ali-Oli, Camarones a la Plancha, Espinacas a la Catalana, Albóndigas Estofadas, Chuletillas de Cordero con Vino Tinto, Chorizo de la Casa a la Parilla, and Mejillones al Vapor. Yes, everything was delicious, along with the many drinks we had. read more

We came here for a quick drink and snack. We wanted to go somewhere less crowded in the Georgetown area that had fun drinks. I was happily delighted to find that we made it for happy hour. The drinks we ordered costed $6 and appetizers were $7. Our final bill for two cocktails and an appetizer came out to $27 with tip which was great! The hibiscus margarita I ordered tasted nothing like a margarita unfortunately. The alcohol used was obviously not top shelf and of lesser quality which wasn't a big surprise. There were also a bunch of syrups and juices used which I wasn't a fan of...I should have ordered the wine ! On the plus side my husband's mojito was delicious. So, if you don't know what to order from the happy hour drink menu, I recommend the mojito. For food we just got the croquettes de pollo. These tasted like fried chicken alfredo balls. I liked these! They were warm, cheesy, crunchy and flavorful. All in all though, I wouldn't come back. The service was tired and the restaurant was dated. They need to hire some musicians or amp up the vibe for happy hour! read more

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My friends and I came here for dinner this past Tuesday and had an overall above average experience. The service was very good and our server made sure our plates were clean (since I kept noticing black marks on them) and insisted on switching them out. I appreciate his engagement with us and always checking to see if we needed more bread, water, or anything else. TOSTADA DE QUESO DE CABRA CON MIEL - 10 Literally just toasted bread with goat cheese and honey, but it was so rich, so savory, so pungent, and so naturally sweet. The bread was crispy and crunchy, and the goat cheese melted in my mouth and was strong in taste. There was also the crunch and mellow sweetness of the pear. The honey drizzle only elevated the whole experience. Very tasty, and would recommend. JUDÍAS VERDES FINAS SALTEADAS CON ALMENDRAS - 12 Green beans with garlic and almonds. Great greens option. Nothing special, but the green beans were sautéed well and were perfectly cooked and crispy. Good, but not unique if that's what you're looking for. SETAS A LA LANCHA - 12 Mushrooms with sea salt, olive oil and parsley - nothing special, but they were still very tasty. Mushrooms had a good texture and flavor. Overall, good, but if you want to try something more unique, I wouldn't recommend this one. PATATAS BRAVAS - 9 I wish the potatoes were crispier, as they were a bit more on the soggy side, today. The sauces drizzled on top made it spicy and creamy, which added most of the flavor and was delicious. PAELLA MARINERA CON BOGAVANTE (FOR 2-3) - 68 We balled on the paella because we wanted a variety of different seafoods. They definitely won't skimp you on the seafood here and you'll get some sort of monkfish, scallops or squid with every bite of rice you take. The seafood in general was OK (lobster was big, but not much meat, lol), and I felt like the whole paella was on the drier side. I didn't feel like the rice soaked up much of the seafood "sweetness" or flavor. The seafood was also dry, but still good. I expected more out of the paella, unfortunately, and this didn't deliver. Out server made sure we scooped up all the rice and food, including the extra crispy parts which ended up being the most delicious and flavorful part of the paella. Compared to their sister location (Bodegon in Capitol Hill), I feel like Bodega fell short. The food was a 3.5/5, but I rounded up to a 4/5 for the attentive service. read more

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We came here for a brunch/ lunch type of thing but there isn't a dedicated brunch menu. Everything is done tapa style but there are 3 or so entrees. The ambience is nice; there is an outdoor seating area in the front, one in the back and two areas inside that are more dark. Our waiter was nice but he did forget to bring our drinks and we had to remind him while we were 5 tapas in. Food comes out pretty quickly so it's not a very long wait. Here is what I had: * Creamy Mushroom Rice: 3/5- not very flavorful, pare it with another dish for sure * Crispy dates wrapped in bacon: 5/5- delicious, they are deep fried * Shrimp sautéed in Garlic: 5/5- very nice * grilled chicken skewers- 1/5; chicken tasted unseasoned and the sauce wasn't anything special * grilled lamb chops- 3/5- lamb was grilled well but it was very salty to me read more

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One of my friends was visiting DC for the first time and I was going to be in town for the day. I knew I wanted tapas for lunch and my go to spot only opened at 4pm...my husband suggested this place (he had been before and loved it) and I'm glad he did. I was able to make 12 pm reservations for 3 (I believe they open at 12). I was seated right away at this cute table in the corner where you could see everything that was going on inside (and people watch outside) but it still felt intimate and private. We had an amazingly friendly server (shout-out to Walter), who was quick and knowledgeable. He said the best tapas in the place were the grilled lamb and the shrimp and garlic (when my friend was eyeing the potatoes, lol). The shrimp came out sizzling and his recommendations were spot on. Whenever I see paella on a menu, it takes a lot for me not to order it. I ordered the chicken and chorizo variety to share...the crust on top was different from what I've seen at other places but it was delicious. We washed everything down with a pitcher of the red sangria (Walter made sure we got our money's worth and there wasn't too much ice). At the end I asked my friends if they were interested in dessert, my friend pointed out there was a Haagen Daaz next door....lol, it's cold, I dont want ice cream. I asked for a dessert menu and turns out there wasn't one. We were told there are 3 items - flan, a chocolate cake and something similar to creme brulee...and Walter said "but there's a Haagen Daaz next door" hahahaha. read more

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A nice spot with friendly service and good food. Appreciated our sever Nash who brought good energy with nice suggestions.

Wonderful food. We ordered omelette, mussel, octopus, creamy rice with mushroom, salmon entree and mojito. I agree with a lot of the reviews that the octopus in Tapas section is the best, very juicy, fresh and chewy. The mojito's good choice of rum is also memorable. Highly recommended. read more

The people were nice enough but this was the most mediocre food and wine I've had in a while. The chicken croquettes were cold as hell and tasted like something from a middle school classroom. The garlic shrimp was good. The patatas bravas were mildly warm and underwhelming. Omg the wine was horrible. Horrible. Just don't order. read more