Pamplona

This is an awesome place for a group meal!! Definitely take advantage of the "all you can eat" appetizer deal!! Lots of options and they are all delicious. I don't drink alcohol but my friends with me go wine and said their choice was perfect for the time of day and the weather. We sat outside which was super nice too.

Dined for bottomless-ish brunch: $37.95 per person The food: All of the food was really good! Some of my favorites were the rice croquetas and Spanish grilled cheese. We ordered 3 of those each!! Because it’s bottomless i was able to try nearly the entire brunch menu! The Drinks: Mimosas’s were bottomless for the first hour and only $3 per pitcher after that. WHAT A STEAL! They had both a classic with OJ, and grapefruit and you can switch it up as desired. The Safety: I chose to sit outside but the tables were super far (more then 6ft) apart. All servers were in gloves that seemed to be changed regularly and masks. The service: they were efficient and available whenever we wanted to place an order for more food. Paid/sponsored: no Check me out on Instagram for best bites @AlixTakesaBite

WOW!! What an experience to share from this exceptional tapas resturant. Our unlimited 1.5hr tapas dinner has raised the bar for any similar restaurants of its kind. The host was unlike any other as attentive and prompt as you could possibly desire..."HUGE UPS" to our waiter and you know who you are. Please check out these amazing dish photos and plan your visit.

Great vibe and food! Did the small plates and everything was delicious, my taste buds exploded. The atmosphere was welcoming, the staff treated us like family and our waitress Diana treated us like VIP. Ordering was done safely using our phones to see the menu. This restaurant is great for families, sister girl fun or happy hour….a must visit

It is a must that if you are thinking brunch you go to Pamplona. hands down have I not had a better brunch experience in the area. First of the vibe is great very nice place the staff was very kind. Would like to say that Walker was very knowledgeable with the plates available and had great recommendations. Highly recommend trying the grape fruit mimosa. Give them a try and I guarantee you will be back for more!

I followed through on my reservation after my friends cancelled. Diana was amazing! I felt like I was still at brunch with my girl friends and she was very patient with my dietary requests. All of the food was amazing And made fresh to order. You know how you go to bottomless brunch and it feels like the food is pre-made? Not the case here. Manager was also super attentive, Which was great for a saturday. Highly recommend. They are doing really well considering the circumstances (COVID)!

Este restaurante es muy bueno! Very impressed, Pamplona is my new favorite restaurant! Firstly, the restaurant ambiance/interior is so cute, the flowers decor is refreshing small cozy establishment. Greeted upon arrival, great customer service, fast service, the servers are very attentive and knowledgeable Michael is the best he even charged my iPhone for me. Decent size menu and drink options. We tired several small plates and it was delicious and filling. Recommend: Mac and cheese, calamari, fried chicken, lamb, shrimp, paella, and churros sundae is my favorite. 1/2 prices bottles off wine on certain nights, we had rose. My guest said the brunch is delicious as well. I will be back!

Update from the 1st time I visited the restaurant from 5 stars: We came here on a Saturday night and sat outside next to another place called Bar Bao where music was blasting pretty loud. We had a reservation and our server was the one who actually sat us down. The table was dirty and it probably took about 7-10 minutes before someone came out with waters and our server came out. The Blanca sangria was pretty sour so I ordered the seasonal sangria which was watermelon but it tasted more like a watermelon gone sour sangria. I definitely don't recommend. We ordered the Gambas al Ajillo, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Spanish Fried Chicken and the Squid Ink Paella. Our server wasn't very attentive. We had other individuals bring out our food and someone else assist with clearing the table. As soon as we put in the food order, the shrimp and the chicken came out very quickly, within 5 minutes of when we ordered. The Shrimp was disappointing, it was sitting in a butter bath and not too much garlic or other flavor. The chicken was good, the batter was crispy and I enjoyed the sauce. It was, however, sitting on a bed of spinach and the bottom of the chicken wasn't even breaded. The shishito peppers were alright and the Paella was a decent size for a small. The Paella came with muscles, Shrimp and calamari. The Calamari were crispy and delicious. Shrimp was right but there was something definite wrong with the muscles. They were not fresh and tasted like they were ok the verge of going bad. Our server came to check on us a couple minutes after the Paella came out and we told her about the muscles which she said she would inform the manager about but we don't believe anything was said. In addition, she did forget one of our orders of the Roasted mushrooms. After that, it took her about 45 minutes before I could catch her eye after she checked on us last to get us our check and to request a box. Very disappointed since my first time coming here a couple years ago where the food and service was much better. I sadly don't recommend and will likely not return.

This is my second time here for brunch. The first time was 20/10 stars!! It was unlimited brunch and mimosas, I had a great time trying all the different foods on the menu. THIS TIME however, there's no longer bottomless food. This place is really really cute on the inside, kind of small though. There are flower backdrops and overall a great ambiance. The service was good! Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating as well. Back to the food.... like I said, no more bottomless food which is a bummer. Even more of a bummer is the plates are still so small. Food is seasoned very well.

Great place for tapas! While some dishes I wouldn't order again, I still enjoyed every dish, and our server was nice and attentive. The restuarant decor was cute but the space was kind of tight and dark. My favorite dish was the roasted fig and serrano ham. The goat cheese filling was so creamy and not overpowering, and the figs were sweet and balanced out the ham. The truffle mac and cheese was probably some of the best mac and cheese I've ever had at a restuarant - the truffle elevated the dish and the cheese sauce was such a smooth, creamy texture. The chicken croquettes were so delicious! Each bite was flavorful, the chicken was moist, and the coating was crispy. I would get all of these dishes again. Dishes I wouldn't get again: The chicken paillard was very juicy and had a wonderful flavor, but I could live without it. The pork belly was good, but the flavors were not my cup of tea. The patatas bravas potatoes were kind of dry, and the flavors weren't pronounced, enough. The lobster paella was great, but super salty. I'm glad I tried Pamplona, and I really enjoyed my dinner here! I do recommend this restuarant, but only for select items.

It was easy enough to make a reservation via an app and we were looking forward to trying the paella. Sadly, it appears they no longer have the sangria flight, but we still powered through. The lobster paella was very good, though I kind of expected more seafood. The portion was plenty for two people and we had leftovers. It was delicious, though, so it's not a real knock. We also had the seared ahi which was almost as good. There are several fun drinks to try as well. We did have a tiny rough start with the table being wobbly and being moved to another table (proactively, which was nice). I did feel like the tables are a bit too close to each other, but perhaps that's a personal preference. The lady who was helping us was very attentive and friendly which was pleasant. Overall, Pamplona is worth the visit and we plan on visiting once again.

Amazing Brunch! Our server took care of us from the time we walked in until we left. We had this amazing experience and amazing brunch. The cost was $45 per person and we had endless mimosas! The atmosphere was so relaxing, that we sat outside. The food was delicious. It would be so hard to describe, but I would highly recommend that everyone come check out this amazing restaurant!

(From May, 2023) Being back in the DMV area for the month of May, I had a coworker/friend who was in the area on work travel and was staying in Arlington. With my inkling for spanish eats, we heard about this spot for tapas-style cuisine. After getting the reservation on OpenTable, we hit this spot up on a Tuesday early evening, mid month. Upon arriving, I was quite surprised that there were hardly any people in the location as there were only 3 other tables occupied and an empty bar around 530ish. While this was a red flag to me, I noticed my friend was already seated with a sangria in hand which is what I also ordered. It was delicious, so good that I forgot to take a photo of it; maybe it's cause I was just ready to drink and converse. After chatting a bit, we decided on the all-you-can-eat Tapas since financially, it made the most sense. Since we both brought our appetites, we went with just about everything you could think of. Some items we ordered we're also specials for the ACYE tapas. Also props to the server for being attentive and making sure our table always had dishes on it for out appetite. The inventory is as follows: Albondigas (Meatballs) - 8/10 Potatas Bravas (Crispy Potatoes) - 6/10 Brussel Sprouts w/ lemon aioli - 7/10 Grilled Cheese w/ mahon, serrano ham, truffle honey - 8/10 Chicken Croquettes - 6/10 Roasted Cauliflower w/ harissa aioli - 5/10 Truffle Mac N Cheese - 8/10 Pork Belly w/ lima beans, lentils, chorizo, sofrito, chimichurri - 10/10 Spanish Tortilla (Potato/Egg/Onion ommelette) w/ arugula cream - 9/10 Spicy Burrata (Mozzarella Cream Cheese) w/ tomato, lentils, focaccia - 8/10 Grilled Carrots w/ herbs - 4/10 Grilled Octopus w/ squash puree, house salad, lemon aioli - 9/10 As you can tell from the number of items, we pretty much tried nearly the entire small plates menu. Best item hands down was the Pork Belly; so tender and melt in your mouth texture. Plus the presentation with the lima beans/lentils/chorizo/sofrito and that chimichurri drizzle will make you go loco staring at it since it's begging you to bite it. Other excellent items that stood out were the Spanish Tortilla and Grilled Octopus. The tortilla is basically a spanish omelette with layers of potatoes, egg, and onions with the arugula cream adding a nice sense of yumminess. The grilled octopus, while a bit tough, had good char and seasoning; mixed it with the aioli and squash puree for a layered taste profile. Both of the dishes took me back to mid 2022 when I was in Spain for a week and they were identical to the food I ate there. Also recommend the grilled cheese, albondigas (meatballs), truffle mac n cheese, and spicy burrata (special item). Some of the other typical tapas dishes (potatas bravas, brussel sprouts, chicken croquettes, cauliflower, grilled carrots) were either ok or didn't really care for. Definitely go for the Sangria and Pork Belly. And the other items I rated 9/10 or 8/10. Not sure why it was nearly empty when we arrived but maybe it's the Tuesday vibes? Oh well.

The waitress was willing to answer all of our questions and was very attentive to our needs. The decor was aesthetically pleasing and there were a few art pieces that I loved. The Brussels sprouts were delicious and the churros were light and airy and didn't make you feel too full afterwards. The meatballs were also yummy. Sad to see this place leaving Arlington, check it out before it closes!

Meh. That's the word that comes to mind when I think of my experience at Pamplona for brunch. I was excited to come, because friends have tried Pamplona and enjoyed their experience, but maybe it was better years ago when they stopped by, or maybe their dinner is a better experience. The brunch food was average at best - I ordered the chicken waffles and crab egg benedict, both of which were nothing special and lacked any real flavor. The mixed drinks we ordered were reminiscent of something you'd find at a frat party - overly sweet and unbalanced. Even the egg white omelettes we tried were lackluster. Overall, there was nothing particularly exciting about the food or the drinks. I left feeling underwhelmed and disappointed. I could have easily made similar dishes at home while nursing a hangover. Pamplona has some work to do if they want to stand out in a city with so many exceptional brunch options and other Spanish tapas places I enjoy just 10 minutes away. Maybe their dinner menu is better, but based on my brunch experience, I probably won't be back.

I really enjoyed my dinner at Pamplona. The server was awesome and super friendly. He kept checking in on us to see if we wanted refills on the sangria or if we wanted to order more food. There was a huge outdoor patio area, where most of the people were dining. I opted for inside due to my bad allergies : ( but it ended up being great; minimal people were inside so it felt nice and almost like a private area, although there was no lack of space if more people wanted to dine inside. The vibes are nice too. Not too dark but the decor makes it homey. My friend and I ordered a la carte, rather than the AYCE (all you can eat) option. This was the move, because we ordered the the Brussel sprouts, Patata bravas, Chicken Paillard, Pork Belly, Spanish Tortilla, and we were left full and even brought food to take home. The chicken paillard was a winner, and I highly recommend. Everything tasted delicious, so I give it a 5/5!!

Recently went for dinner on a Saturday night and did the unlimited tapas option. Great deal if you want to try many different plates. The food comes out pretty quickly and our server was fantastic. Wasn't a huge fan of the Sangria though. Both of the ones we had were very tart in flavor.

Maybe it was because they are in their final weeks but this was not a great experience. We came here for a birthday dinner and the dining area had no available table according to the host. We were temporarily seated in the bar area where a group of highly inebriated gentleman were. 1 came over and was hitting on our group. Despite rejecting advances and asking for space, the bartenders laughed instead of helping. They continued to serve them. When we requested again to be moved, they gave our group of 3 a table for 8. We accepted to get away from the uncomfortable situation. The server wasn't too familiar with the menu. We requested 1 each of the small plates. Service was rough as it seemed that the wait staff was just hanging out with friends. The table wasn't even cleaned off when we sat down. Food was average but the environment was not ideal.

This place was super mid. I went in for bottomless brunch and actually only stayed bc I had already committed to bottomless. The service was subpar the waitstaff did not come back to check in or see if we were ready for another round of drinks. There were a bunch of other people there so surely it must've been a hit for some...just not me.

Went for an early dinner with my friend and was very pleased overall. We did the $40 all you can eat tapas. If you plan to order 3+ items from the small plate menu then this definitely the route to go. The only downside is that everyone at your table has to select that option. I love tapas but generally pass on it because it can be so expensive once you get ordering and cost wise it doesn't make a lot of sense for just two people. Having the $40 all you can eat option really made this worthwhile and I wish more tapas restaurants offered this. We ordered shrimp, salmon, a few salads, mussels, the Spanish tortilla, bruschetta, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, and papas bravas. The Brussels were amazing--definitely my favorite. The papas bravas would have been better without the tomato sauce which wasn't good imo. The mussels were good. I enjoyed the shrimp. We ordered the salmon twice because it was yummy but a really small portion. Both salad were fresh and had great flavor combos. I also ordered a Tempranillo to drink and my friend and I just sorta grazed our way through the small plates. I didn't feel rushed or over serviced by our waitress. She was really accommodating and helpful in answering questions. The decor inside is amazing. Fake flowers are artisinally arranged from ceiling to floor. The space has such a unique and fun energy. It would be a great place for a bridal shower or girls dinner, and if you're an insta person then there's plenty of great places for cute photos!

Pamplona is the perfect brunch spot. Their brunch deal consists of unlimited tapas and mimosas for around $50 PP. It's almost like a bottomless brunch! The food was flavorful, I tried mostly everything on their brunch menu. The service was good, nothing special to add. We stumbled on Pamplona by accident and it was worth the visit. The inside was okay, nothing special about the ambiance but the outside seating is preferred especially on a warm day. I'd recommend the patatas bravas, chorizo hash and the steak con hueve.

My experience at Pamplona for brunch left something to be desired, I think because newcomer Sabores Tapas Bar in the area has been so enjoyable in comparison. As the more established Spanish Tapas in the area, I had higher expectations for Pamplona. I'm not quite sure how they can call themselves a Spanish tapas joint when most of the menu consisted of dishes like "chicken and waffles," which were nothing more than a regular waffle with mediocre chicken, and a "grilled cheese" that was hardly worthy of the name. And don't even get me started on the "egg white omelette" - it looked like it was made by a child. The steak and eggs were decent, but nothing to write home about - we only ordered it repeatedly because it was the best of a lackluster bunch. The benedicts were a disappointment, with my Pinay gf remarking that they were the smallest eggs she'd ever seen in her life. The cocktails were unremarkable, consisting of cheap prosecco mixed with subpar juice and served in flimsy plastic cups. All in all, I expected more from an established place like Pamplona, but unfortunately, it fell short.

This place had the potential of getting 5 stars but we received some of the worst service by our server. A couple of friends and I went to brunch around 1:50pm Sunday May 29th. We were sat right away but we didn't see our server for probably 10 minutes. When another group got sat way after us, their server got to them right away! That's when I decided to speak up. Just as I was saying something to the host, the server popped up. I'm not sure but I have a feeling he heard us asking for our him and from there on out it was just as if he didn't care for us. It was very upsetting because we were doing the unlimited and we couldn't order everything we wanted because he rarely came back! As matter of fact we saw him at most 3 times. The busboys did a magnificent job refilling our drinks and making sure there were no dirty plates. As matter of fact, I had to tip them too because of their superb job!! All of us happen to be servers too so we have certain expectations but we also understand the struggle of the job. It was almost as if he hated us. Why?? We don't know! We never spoke to him!! It was really weird and I'll definitely be back but I'll be sure to never get the same server again. We had to get up and ask for our last pitcher because he forgot. Then I see him at the bar making drinks for everyone else. From experience if you can't handle your tables then you need to learn and speak up for yourself. Like "hey, Don't seat me anymore, I need to catch up with my tables". We also had to get up and ask for our bill. He did not deserve the $20 tip I left him. Just hope it made it him feel bad for giving us such a bad experience. (We would have gotten way more should have things been different) Other than that, we thought the price was right for the amount of food and drinks we had. I just wish I would have been able to try more plates. We each had only 4 plates (as you can see in the picture they are very small). We just got tired of waiting and watching everyone else get great service while we burned in the sun with no attention from how we were doing from our server.

First time at Pamplona. The food and the service were amazing. We had the bottomless tapas option. Well they didn't disappoint, every single tapa they brought out was delicious and well prepared. The server was very attentive and made sure we were doing well. The restaurant is in a great location and the ambiance is pretty cool. Definitely another visit in the future!! Job well done!

Oh I loved it. i am a fan of the unlimited tapas options of DC and this is a strong one at the level of Ambar. This review concerns the dinner variety and the brunch is upcoming. I did get the paella and it was worth it. The service was good and I had a swinging good time. The service was quite good and yes the Paella does take a minute to make but it was so good. Spanish food vibes!!! I recommend the croquettes, Albondigas, paella, and broccoli - quite tasty and worthy of seconds. Close to the metro and a lot of seating. Came out to about $60/pp in the end but it was absolutely worth it.

Came here for unlimited brunch with some friends. It's supposed to be unlimited, mimosas for the table and unlimited small plates. We had a hard time getting the server to come to our table and actually refill our glasses, and an even harder time getting them to bring over food. It was a Saturday so it may have been busier than usual, but I do feel that they were understaffed. None of the food was all that great unfortunately, but then again, who goes to bottomless brunch for the food. I guess I do. The patatas bravas were the best thing on the menu The decor is really cute though and perfect for a girls brunch my friends, and I took pictures on there flower wall and it was a good time

The Smoked Salmon Salad was pretty good. The Roja Sangria was very tasty. I'm not a sangria fan but the flavors were well blended and it was thoroughly enjoyed. The patatas bravas left much to be desired - the pepper aioli tasted like mayo and the smoked tomato sauce was bland. The host was great but the dinning service left much to be desired. The server we had seemed rushed. It seems like the staff members are pretty close knit which is cool, but it should be a priority to make sure the customers are taken care of before getting into long conversations and making customers wait and then rushing them to order. Parking here on a Sunday was a major hassle. Some garages were closed and the limited parking was hard to come by due to the multiple restaurants and shops in the area. I was able to eventually find street parking but time was taken up from our reservation because of the search. The atmosphere is nice. Smaller interior than expected. There is ample outdoor seating for days with beautiful weather. We were extremely put off by the service and the potatoes were bland so I can't give 5 stars. We will come back to experience their brunch but will definitely ask for an attentive server.

Ordered takeout from Pamplona, which was a first for us! Had a good experience. I ordered the seafood paella bowl which was $14 and a generous portion!! It filled up my whole plate from home!! My fiancé ordered the seafood linguine and he liked it a lot. We also got patatas bravas which is a favorite of mine. The cups filled with sauce dumped in the large takeout container, but that was ok because that's what you're supposed to do with it anyway. Drizzle it over the potatoes. The to-go cups for sauce could use to be a little sturdier or seal better. Overall a fabulous experience and would definitely order takeout again!! I have also dined in the restaurant before and had a fun time! So I'll definitely be back.

Food was quick and good. Service, was good yet there were a few moments were we weren't sure if the server understood our request. The prices were reasonable and the environment placed you in a Spanish environment. Barry felt as though the serving sizes were larger then he expected. Tasty and a place that we plan to visit again.

Had a great visit to Pamplona! The waiter recommended the Bourbon Maracuya drink and it was fantastic! Tangy and sweet! I tasted my friend's apple cider martini and it was also amazing! On the sweet side but delicious! I had the mushroom penne pasta and it was really tasty and good amount of veges. Adding meat to it is also an option. My friend had tortilla espanola and my other friend had chocolate bread pudding and said it was amazing. Good service too.

This place is amazing!!! Just a tad pricey in my opinion but perfect for a friends get together or an awesome date spot. The ambiance and decor is super instagram-able and there is just so many drink and food options. They have a taste menu with unlimited appetIzers plus a paella at the end. It was super worth it because we got to try so many different apps. Highly recommend the pork, shrimp, potatoes and the duck paella. This is definitely a hidden gem and food is amazing.

Small plates at Pamplona can be hit or miss, but a few of the dishes [patatas bravas, paella rice croquettes, brussel sprouts, and seafood paella to share] are easily worth the trip to Clarendon every single time. Particularly with the unlimited tapas deal (+ paella), you can eat your heart out for a pretty reasonable price, and sample everything on the menu without feeling too upset about not loving each and every dish. The outdoor patio and heat lamps are also an added bonus, as you can stuff your face while maintaining social distance from nearby diners doing the same.

I had a fantastic experience dining at this restaurant last week. I had tried stopping by for happy hour before, and I would always miss it since it gets crowded. No worries, I made a reservation for last Thursday night and it was honestly worth the wait! The interior was modern and still decorated for the holidays. I loved the look. We chose Thursday night, because they had $7 mojitos all night. We each got one with dinner, and they were absolutely refreshing. I wish I had taken a picture! My friend and I each chose 2 small plates/tapas. I got the Spanish tortilla, which is like eggs layered in a potato-y tortilla. I liked the green sauce on top too! It had an excellent flavor. We also split the potatoes which had a red sauce or pomodoro sauce at the bottom and a cream sauce on top. I also got the truffle Mac and cheese, which took longer to come out as it was baked in a skillet. That was probably my favorite dish we got. It's so creamy and the cheeses used are phenomenal. My friend got salmon and said that was good (I'm vegetarian so I didn't try it but I bet it was considering how great everything else was!) Right after we finished and paid the bill, we were putting on our coats and our server came out with some free churros since we had specified it was a special occasion on open table! (Late birthday celebration for us). It was a really thoughtful gesture. I definitely recommend this spot!

The ambiance is good, the food has good presentation. The servers are very attentive and the dishes came out quickly. All the dishes presented nicely and cooked really well. The only complaint i have is the dish could use a little bit more salt.

My partner made reservations for this place and he asked me if I wanted to know where we were going Pre-Valentine's Day you know how ladies wanna check out the menu. I opted to be surprised and I indeed was surprised by my dining experience at Pamplona. TLDR: Everything at Pamplona is incredible -- the food, the drinks, the service. When I say everything at Pamplona is incredible I mean it. We opted to do the taste of spain, reinforced by the waitperson's recommendation. They were a gem, super attentive and accommodating. They even allowed me to move my table to a quieter area (there was a lively bar tour). shoutout to the bartender because that sidecar was the best one Ive had outside of the one I make (self-taught mixologist). Okay anywho -- onto the food! Dear God thank you for the Taste of Spain and the cooks who cooked it. And the delivery people. The Taste of Spain is endless tapas that all come out piping hot at the exact right time. We probably tasted half the menu lmaoooo. Fan favorites: THE PORK BELLY (whoooo!) & those meatballs!! The Pork Belly on those chipotle seasoned lentils were everything. The portions are perfect -- enough for two very hungry (munchies) to get 2-3 bites of each small plate. Everything comes out hot as hell. You get to to order 4 at a time. You can't go wrong with this. We also ordered the lobster paella which I have to wrap this up but just listen to me -- order the lobster paella. Dessert: we almost left without ordering the churros and again God thank you for these churros. they were so fluffy and soft and melt in your mouth. And that hazelnut dark chocolate sauce -- whew!! I hope whoever has made it to the end of this (I'm rambling!) has a good time at Pamplona!

My husband and I visited Pamplona and we enjoyed the experience, but I would warn you that the small plates are smaller than your average tapas place, so the Tour of Spain is really the way to go. We ordered the meatballs, mussels, croquettes, grilled cheese, calamari, Brussels sprouts and carrots and ordered repeats of favorites. We really liked the croquettes, grilled cheese, mussels and calamari. I would definitely recommend this place but only for the tour unless you are going for small bites at happy hour.

Came to dine with a party of 7, and we all made the right choice with the Unlimited Tapas deal! Each plate was so good my friends didn't leave me time to take any pictures before digging in to each small plate. Our waiter was attentive and staff was great at removing the empty small plates to make room for our next round. Round of applause for the delicious use of truffle in the Mac and Cheese AND Grilled Cheese! I was able to try every small plate, so I'm confident that there's no wrong choice. Perfect spot for a girls night, looking forward to trying some full size entrees when I come back next!

We've come for dinner and brunch and Pamplona is always super cute inside. Most recently we had a large group and went bottomless for brunch. We were pleasantly surprised with their speedy service, both with the food and mimosas! My favorites were the chorizo hash and the steak and eggs. I would have liked to see more mimosa flavors/beverage options and desserts/sweet options on the brunch menu, but overall a great experience!

Unfortunately, we really didn't have a good experience. Will not be going back or recommending this place to anyone. The drinks arrived half way through the dinner. The server just gave them to us without saying anything. She didn't care one bit. Didn't ask anything about our dinner. Didn't check on us. Truly disappointing. Awful service! The food was ok. The pasta was good. The small plates were ok. Grilled salmon had a very strong smell and was over cooked and dry. Didn't care for it one bit. The drinks were nice.

RIP to Pamplona. This place was the best for unlimited brunch. Not anymore! As of this weekend, Nov 18th, 2023 they no longer have unlimited brunch. Now they have overpriced tapas that you can only only a la carte. You came here for the experience, sharing amazing food with your friends without the restrictions of a single item from the menu. Well, it was a fun 3 years.

My friends and I had brunch at Pamplona in Clarendon. The entire table went with Bottom-ish Brunch, which included complimentary pitchers of Manmosa and cost $43.99/person. Our party enjoyed the Fresh Fruit, Fruitarian, Chorizo Hash, Avocado Toast, Egg White Omelette, Pan Con Tomate, Albondigas, Spanish Tortilla, Spanish Grilled Cheese, Smoked Salmon Benedict, Crab Benedict, Chicken & Waffle, and Steak Con Heuve (medium rare). Among the ones I tried, I loved the Fresh Fruit, Pan Con Tomato, Spanish Tortilla, and Steak Con Heuve.

I come here often on the weekends for brunch & bar hopping in Clarendon.Pamplona's decor is super cute, up with trends, and is definitely an insta worthy spot!! For brunch, their food is quick, delicious, and pretty big portions for bottomless brunch. We always get the bottomless mimosas as well but I believe it's only an hour from what I remember. Their servers are extremely friendly and are come by often to make sure we have everything we need! When I go bar hopping in Clarendon , I always stop by Pamplona for a quick drink ! Always find myself coming back here !

The bottomless tapas make this place worth a try! For $40+, there are a decent amount of small plate options to try ranging from seafood, Spanish cuisine and even macaroni & cheese. We enjoyed trying most of their dishes, and some of the highlights that are a must try include: calamari, pan con tomate, octopus, potatas bravas, and the truffle mac & cheese. They recommend each person order around 3 plates per round. You can keep ordering the items you enjoy or try something new! We ate indoor and the place was a little smaller than expected but overall, it was nice and the decorations were definitely interesting. The service was decent and our waiter checked on us every 10 minutes or so to refill waters which was greatly appreciated. I definitely recommend coming here if you're craving something new or if you're not sure what to eat because they will have something for every person's palette.

I don't normally write negative or unfavorable reviews, but I'm so disappointed with choosing Brunch at Pamplona. I saw this place on Tik Tok and a few people had talked it up. So, I made a reservation on Opentable. First, I arrived 20 mins early. However, I couldn't be seated due to capacity. When I finally got seated, I was pleasantly surprised that the high top reservation was changed to a booth. The interior is also cute. This place seems to attract the local Arlington residents who appear to be a younger crowd. Now to the brunch..... it's $37.95 per person. All guests at the table must participate. It's also mimosas included in the price. Which you would think that Would be great! Unfortunately, majority of the dishes had no favor! The steak and eggs were bland. The chicken and waffles were bland. The Chorizo Hash was ok. The hash had no seasoning. While, the chorizo was tasty. We were brought out tapas we didn't order and went 10-15 without a steady supply of food The only thing I really liked was the French toast. I'm currently fasting from alcohol and the only drinks that were bottomless were the mimosas. I asked about the coffee and the only option was 2% milk. I have a dairy allergy, and I was advised there was no creamer, no almond, soy, or coconut milk. Another disappointment, given its Sunday brunch. For brunch, there is a limit of seating to 1.5 hours. So, I ordered a hot chocolate. Additionally, The women's bathroom was small (two stalls ) and one of the stalls was out of toilet paper at 3pm on a Sunday. I left hungry and I really want my money back!

Went to Pamplona for bottomless brunch starting at 2. Turns out kitchen closes at 3, so we only got 1 h of the 1.5 h brunch package. Not awesome. The service wasn't great. Our first order took 20 minutes to arrive, and that was also after asking about it. The food was hit and miss. Some good things were the pan con tomate, the migas, the steak, and the tortilla. Some hard misses were the avo toast (needed way more salt), the meatballs (they were dry and needed to simmer in the sauce way longer), and the yogurt. It was vanilla and suuuper sweet. Generally, the toast was way too thick for the amount of topping. The smoked salmon Benedict had the same issue. We also got the mimosas, which were a good ratio of champagne to orange juice. But we had to ask for more, the service was not attentive. In general, for how empty the place was, service wasn't great. I think I'd come back here if lib tav was full, but otherwise I'm going elsewhere

I have been to Pamplona for the regular tapas before and they were good, but a little expensive for my price range. However, I was pretty blown away with their brunch options, even though it's almost $40 to participate in their bottomless brunch. I was able to try everything on the brunch menu. I was really happy with most items. My favourite was the Spanish Grilled Cheese - cheese was smooth and the sandwich was crunchy but also surprisingly sweet. I also loved the Chorizo Hash and the Migas - but had delicious sauce alongside the meat/potatoes. While you're able to try out all the items on the menu, just be aware it's a LOT of potato, meat, and egg. I think I got tired of potatoes and egg by the time I finished up here. I'd recommend not ordering the Patatas Bravas if you're planning on getting everything since you'll already get a ton of potatoes from other dishes and this dish is just potatoes. The Fruitarian is also something that's very basic and nothing special which you could skip; it's literally just yogurt with fruit. The bottomless mimosas were awesome too; I think I got their cider/apple flavoured mimosas and I was very surprised with how good it was. I wasn't there too long, so I didn't have to pay extra for the mimosas. Staff were attentive and nice, outdoor sitting is very relaxed especially with music coming from both Pamplona and neighboring Bar Bao. I definitely would want to become a brunch regular here!

1. It was raining and our reservations was supposed to be for outdoors, but they sat us indoors without a wait. We sat in a comfy, spacious booth 2. Food came out quickly after we ordered. Everything was good, our favorites were chorizo hash and waffles with fruit. The Spanish tortilla was unique, it was like a layered potato dish--the potato wasn't too soft but could be cut with a fork. 3. We got a good amount of food for the price we paid--and could try a lot of different brunch dishes.

Came here for brunch this last Sunday and we had such a fun time. Our service was amazing and the food & drinks were great. I like that there's an option to do a bottomless brunch or an a la carte brunch. The decor and ambiance is on point! I definitely plan to brunch here again and it'll be on my list for when friends & family come to visit. Great vibe & great brunch!

Update from the 1st time I visited the restaurant from 5 stars: We came here on a Saturday night and sat outside next to another place called Bar Bao where music was blasting pretty loud. We had a reservation and our server was the one who actually sat us down. The table was dirty and it probably took about 7-10 minutes before someone came out with waters and our server came out. The Blanca sangria was pretty sour so I ordered the seasonal sangria which was watermelon but it tasted more like a watermelon gone sour sangria. I definitely don't recommend. We ordered the Gambas al Ajillo, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Spanish Fried Chicken and the Squid Ink Paella. Our server wasn't very attentive. We had other individuals bring out our food and someone else assist with clearing the table. As soon as we put in the food order, the shrimp and the chicken came out very quickly, within 5 minutes of when we ordered. The Shrimp was disappointing, it was sitting in a butter bath and not too much garlic or other flavor. The chicken was good, the batter was crispy and I enjoyed the sauce. It was, however, sitting on a bed of spinach and the bottom of the chicken wasn't even breaded. The shishito peppers were alright and the Paella was a decent size for a small. The Paella came with muscles, Shrimp and calamari. The Calamari were crispy and delicious. Shrimp was right but there was something definite wrong with the muscles. They were not fresh and tasted like they were ok the verge of going bad. Our server came to check on us a couple minutes after the Paella came out and we told her about the muscles which she said she would inform the manager about but we don't believe anything was said. In addition, she did forget one of our orders of the Roasted mushrooms. After that, it took her about 45 minutes before I could catch her eye after she checked on us last to get us our check and to request a box. Very disappointed since my first time coming here a couple years ago where the food and service was much better. I sadly don't recommend and will likely not return.

Love me some Spanish tapas and Pamplona hit the spot on a school night. Our eyes were definitely bigger than our stomachs because we ordered way too much food but all delicious, especially my scallops. Our food came out amazingly fast and our server was sweet.

We ordered the truffles Mac and cheese and pork belly. The Mac and cheese. Creamy deliciousness came in a hot skillet and did not get cold. The top was a little crunchy. The truffle was a hint- which I loved. No fake overbearing truffle. There were no leftovers. Every bite was a bit of heaven. Putting this on my death row meal list of Mac and cheeses!!!! The pork belly melted in my mouth. It consisted of two pieces which easy to split between two people. It was great. But I equally loved the bed of Lima beans and white beans it sat on. Outdoors had a nice vibe. Good COVID protocol.

We came here for drinks on a less cold day and it was less crowded indoors than outdoors. The drink menu has changed during COVID but still excellent. The Bourbon Maracuya & Cold Brew Old Fashioned I'd both rate as a 5/5. Solid drinks that are both refreshing and strong -- it'll make you forget the stresses of the pandemic. The service is great and the tables are well distanced indoors. Contactless payment is available.

Great food and friendly service! We enjoy going here for small gatherings with friends and family.

The decor in this place for Xmas season is great! Drinks were strong. Food was very decent as well and staff was quick and attentive. Couple minuses: lamb sliders the patty was kinda falling apart and I think the octopus was a bit overpriced for the size of it.

I come here often to visit good friends, great food, and speedy bar service. The ambiance is fun and light. A chill place to hang out.

It was nice to eat outside and not very close to the road, but the overall experience here is just meh. To start out, I had the watermelon fresca mocktail and my girlfriend had the sangria. My mocktail was extremely watered down and not enjoyable. By definition, a mocktail has no alcohol, but you have to be able to replace that with some type fiz and flavoring. They basically just gave me watered down juice and charged $8, which was a complete rip. My girlfriend said the sangria was okay, but she has had better. For my main dish, I had the Fettucini scampi and my girlfriend had the burger. My Fettucini dish was enjoyable. Had a little spice, but nothing overwhelming. Pasta was cooked correctly, and enjoyed the shrimp, peppers, mussels, and clam sauce. There was about 5 mussels and 5 shrimp in the dish. I suppose this is adequate, but could have added a few more. The burger looked quite good. However, I tried the french fries, and they were a little limp. I prefer when they are on the crispier side. Service was good. Our waitress checked on our table frequently and there was nothing weird or out of the ordinary. All in all, it was okay, I would consider coming back, but it's certainly not near the top of my list.

Amazing restaurant with incredible food and even better service. Honestly, one of the best brunches in the DMV and certainly the best in Clarendon. All the small plates are but especially the octopus, pork belly, and brussel sprouts! Try out the Pomegranate Gin Fizz! It's amazing.