El Techo
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✨ Vibe
A vibrant, tropical "Latin Jungle" rooftop oasis featuring lush greenery, a retractable ceiling for year-round celebrations, and high-energy DJ sets that bring a Tulum-inspired energy to the heart of the city.
🍸 Best For
Bottomless weekend brunch, festive group holiday parties, Taco Tuesday deals, and late-night cocktails with a view.
🔥 Highlights
- Year-Round Rooftop Escape: Known for its "Selva" winter transformation, the venue features a weatherproof enclosure and lush wisteria, ensuring the tropical atmosphere remains hot regardless of the season.
- Elevated Mexican Cuisine: From "to die for" carne asada bowls and mini chimis to slow-cooked lamb birria tacos, the menu focuses on bold flavors and house-made corn tortillas.
- Premium Tequila Program: Recently celebrating its seventh anniversary with major specials, the bar boasts an extensive tequila and mezcal selection alongside signature handcrafted margaritas in flavors like mango and watermelon.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Take advantage of Happy Hour from Wednesday to Friday (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM) and Saturday (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM), or visit on Tuesday for the $25 taco and drink pairing.
- Reservations are highly recommended for the popular bottomless brunch and large group celebrations, as the rooftop fills up quickly.
Recent Reviews from Google
I came here a couple of years ago and the brunch was pretty decent. This time it was horrendous. They offer a buffet now and changed the previous menu. Everything at the buffet looked dry and nothing...
El techo was absolutely amazing. Could not recommend more. We got there when they first opened and the atmosphere was still insanely good. Food, service, atmosphere, drinks, AMAZING. Louis (the owner)...
Had the chicken tacos and would recommend it to others. It’s light, has flavor, and the green sauce made it all come together well.
Cool place but not good for gluten free. The $6.49 gluten free shrimp taco didn’t come with anything on it - just 2 bare shrimp on a corn tortilla. Found out afterwards my cousin who I was with...
Excequiel was amazing. we love him so much. New to DC and he made us feel right at home. Tequila shots, lamb birria tacos, and amazing vibes. Come here for Excequiel alone and you'll be happy.
