Lauriol Plaza

1835 18th St Nw, Washington, DC
(202) 387-0035
Located in upper Dupond Circle area, Lauriol Plaza is house in a huge loft style building with lots of windows and a rooftop that permits seating all year round.
LP is always hopping, specially on the weekends were it is literally filled to capacity. Often times the wait times are beyond one hour, but it is a wait that is worth the patience. LP doesn't take reservations, but you can always kill some time at their bar, savoring their large array of alcoholic beverages, such as mojitos, margaritas or mango-ritas,or Sangria. The pitchers are about $24 a pop, but they do contain a strong kick of liquor, so its well worth your money. They also have a vas selections of tequila shots, cervezas, and an extent list of wines.

The food, is a mix of your classic Tex-Mex faves, Spanish and Cuban specialties. In fact you will be able to find, Fajitas and Paella on the same menu, or even the so delicious Peruvian Lomo Saltado. Portions tend to be quite huge so it is a good idea to actually split an appetizer and entry with your partner/s in crime.
Some other dishes I've tried and have enjoyed are the Brazilian Salad wich comes devinely loaded with chicken or beef or a combo. The fajitas are fantastic too. You pretty much cannot go wrong with anything in the menu. At least I have never heard anyone be unhappy.
Service is very friendly and attentive, even during the busiest of times.
Overall Rating=9.5 This has become one of my favorite summer spots, their mojitos are extremely addictive and they will have you knocked off your socks in no time.