Oyamel Cocina Mexicana

"A well-liked Mexican restaurant by Chef Jose Andres, offering regionally inflected Mexican cuisine with high-quality ingredients." - Kevin Chau

"A Mexican restaurant that offers a vibrant menu with authentic flavors, earning its Bib Gourmand status." - MICHELIN Guide

"For the past 20 years, Oyamel has hosted an Hora Feliz weekdays from 4-6 p.m. New offerings like Mezcal Monday and Tequila Tuesday specifically focus on highlighting the flavors of rotating brands from various regions. For $8, try a classic margarita or Mojito Dorado, a mint-charged Demerara rum with minted sugar and lime “air.”" - Claudia Rosenbaum, Tierney Plumb, Vinciane Ngomsi

"On November 1, chef Claudio Foschi and beverage manager Amy Hosseinnian are presenting a 6-course Día de los Muertos dinner that honors and celebrates Mexican singer-songwriter and actor, Juan Gabriel. Remember the departed with traditional altars, alebrijes, ofrendas, marigold flowers, mariachi, and more. The experience costs $155 and reservations are available on Open Table." - Vinciane Ngomsi, Emily Venezky

"The list wouldn’t be complete without a Mexican outpost. Tacos are a thing in DC, and there isn’t a more fun place to eat them and throw back a few (salt air) margaritas in town. Plus, you’ll find any other type of Mexican food you can think of here." - zach nerenberg, chris stang