New restaurant dLeña has the perfect name. Leña means firewood in Spanish, and the upscale eatery has figured out a way to add a smoky char into so many of their best dishes. From smoked chili-crusted tuna tacos to the dry-aged ribeye doused in charred lemon, dLeña pays homage to their name in some seriously delicious ways. Other menu standouts include the shrimp and blue crab enchiladas with creamy guajillo sauce, or tomahawk steak flambeed tableside with tequila. dLeña is an equally special place to stop just for drinks at the glamorous bar, along with classic Mexican small plates like corn empanadas or queso fundido.

Give this new Mount Vernon Triangle restaurant a try before it becomes impossible to get a reservation. dLeña already has plenty of five-star reviews on Yelp for its authentic yet modern fare and swanky ambiance. Brunch is coming soon, and dLena promises to be a favorite for any lover of Mexican food at The Residences at Eastern Market.