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Jalao, New York, NY

Jalao

4.6
4.6
398 Reviews
$31 to $50
Caribbean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
Welcome to Jalao! Escape from the streets of New York City to the brightly colored paradise of the Dominican Republic while dining at Jalao. Enjoy authentic Dominican food and vibrant cultural surroundings right in the heart of NYC’s Washington Heights Neighborhood.

Eat surrounded by the vibrant ambiance of Taíno, African, and Spanish influences that blend together in a flavorful splash of Dominican culture. In a courtyard built for live music and dancing, experience the timeless atmosphere of the historic Ciudad Colonial of Santo Domingo.

Located in the brand new Radio Hotel, join Manhattan’s Little Dominican Republic community as they experience a taste of home. Handcrafted Dominican furniture adorns the dining area, while the walls are splashed with brightly colored murals and authentic Carnival masks.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Wed–Sun 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Happy Hour Wed–Fri 16:00–19:00 Wed, Thu 22:00–23:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (929) 688-4684
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Wilmer Chuquillanqui
  • Area
    Washington Heights
  • Cross Street
    Amsterdam Ave & 181st St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 398 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jalao delights with its "amazing place" and "fantastic service," offering a blend of delicious drinks and flavorful food. The Latin Kitchen influence shines brightly, making it a culinary gem in New York City. Friendly staff and a lively ambiance enhance dining experiences, ideal for celebrations and casual gatherings alike.

398 Reviews
  1. Ohilda

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place, food, service, and ambience. Been here twice and look forward to going back again soon.

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  2. Robert

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Chivo smelled odd. Not rancid, it tasted as if they made it in the morning and mixed it with a new batch through the day. Didn’t taste right

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  3. Sandrini

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service exceeded expectations. Ideal for travelers relying on public transportation. Highly recommended.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I thought this restaurant would be a bit different from other uptown restaurants based on the reviews, but here’s another establishment that lacks customer service despite going on a weekday and where it wasn’t busy at all. The waiter was not very attentive. The place is cute but the seats by the wall are sunken in making it very uncomfortable to eat. The food is mediocre to be a Dominican cuisine, specifically the chicharron and fried fish. The drinks and the churrasco were good. Finally the restroom is very inconvenient for older folks and the disable making it inconvenient to get to (you have to go to the hotel side and down to the basement).

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  5. Aurora

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, our Italian friends liked everything we ordered. Our waiter Maria was friendly, attentive and on top of anything we asked for.

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  6. Carlos

    New York City

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my son’s birthday. We had a fantastic time. Thank you to the staff. Awesome service.

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  7. Marlene

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went to celebrate my birthday with family and close friends. I had such a great time at Jalao. The food was great. The staff were so friendly and kind.

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  8. Juanys y franklin

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La camisa muy rica y el servicio super atentos todo su personal

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  9. HECTOR

    VIP

    Baltimore

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jalao continues to be on top of the line on Latin Kitchen influence, in New York City. However, many, too many of dishes on the menu are not available, which is frustrating

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  10. Darvin

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    I truly wish Dominican Restaurants would understand the level of noise , when you go to a establishment to eat and enjoy food and talk to your friend you don’t wanna be talking over then . Please consider this your food is good , your decor is amazing , your service it’s superb but the ambiance noise level it’s truly disconcerting, we left early Just for that reason.

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FAQs

Jalao offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (929) 688-4684.

Jalao is rated 4.6 stars by 398 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Jalao

2420 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10033-7327

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Amsterdam Ave & 181st St
  • Area
    Washington Heights
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Wed–Sun 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Happy Hour Wed–Fri 16:00–19:00 Wed, Thu 22:00–23:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Wilmer Chuquillanqui
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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