This is the second time we have celebrated my husband's birthday at Jaleo. It was bustling on a Saturday night, but they seated us at exactly the time for which we had reservations. Our server was charming, helpful and attentive. Service was quick. The tapas were delicious, but I don't think I'd order the chicken fritters again - a bit... more

Good location and appealing interior, but their tapas are nothing to rave about and very uninspiring. more

Poor service sitting at the bar, despite 2 bartenders and one back server. There was only one other couple at the bar. The signature shrimp dish was decent, the steak tapa cooked rare was nice, the other 4 tapas we ordered were not good and the egg souffle had to be sent back, it tasted like it was cooked with... more

Inconsistent tapas; I have had fantastic meals and below average ones. In general, the specials tend to be the way to go. more

I thought that my companion's dishes were great, but both of the tapas I ordered were unremarkable. Would try it again, with a little more guidance on ordering. more

Jaleo has been a staple of Bethesda Row for several years, surviving in the wake of the new Uberdevelopment going on in that area. We've gone there a few times a year, and sometimes it seems hit or miss. But lately it appears the restaurant has done a bit of retooling, and the results are promising. The menu has gotten... more

I would go here anytime to have the fritters. more

Great Paella more

Good Tapas more