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Food - Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant, Washington, DC

Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant

4.7 (132)
$31 to $50
Caribbean
1214 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020

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Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant

4.7
$31 to $50
Caribbean
Washington

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
  • Healthy
Come and experience a higher level of authentic Caribbean cuisine. Indulge in the vibrant flavors traditions of the Caribbean. Our menu offers a wide range of dishes, from our famous succulent curries, to our aromatic jerk chicken marinated in tantalizing spices. All born and curated from tradition. Family owned and operated, once you’ve visited Sapodilla’s, you become part of the family!

***PLEASE NOTE

Friday's feature a live DJ and all night Happy Hour Menu, 3PM to Close.

Saturday's Brunch Menu is available Noon to 4PM. Sunday is our all day Brunch Menu available 11AM to 6PM with live DJ. Reservations for Brunch are required. Walk-Ins are welcome to bar seating. There is a 90 minute time limit for Brunch reservations.

Automatic 20% gratuity will be added to every check.

Kitchen closes one hour prior to restaurant.

Validated Parking: 13th & S St. Please being your parking ticket for 2 hour validation.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We can host your private party. Please contact us at info@sapodillas.com for more information.

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    🔺MUST TRY AUTHENTIC CARIBBEAN CUISINE🔺 Deep ties to Guyana 🇬🇾 and a whole vibe in the heart of DC! @sapodillasdc is family owned and just opened a location in DC! We pulled up for Sunday brunch: Here’s what we tried: Drinks: Guyana Daiquiri Caribbean Flower Margarita Kingston Sour Starters: Jerk Broiled Oysters Roasted Brussels with Cilantro Crema Mini Croffle Entrees: Chicken and Shrimp Rasta Pasta Buss Up Shut and Pumpkin with Shrimp Dessert: Manager Dessert Special & Rum Cake with Ice Cream 📍1215 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 🫶🏾so grateful to Tara and Brock for the warm hospitality and hosting! Tap in for bold flavors, island vibes, and real Caribbean cooking. Follow @sapodillasdc and visit sapodillas.com for the menu and upcoming events. 📲 Save, Share, Like and Follow @dmvdoes for the best DMV events, foodie finds, and community gems. #dmvfoodie #dc #visitdc #guyana #brunch #blackownedbusiness #explorepage

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant.

4.7

4.7
(132)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

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Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant offers "amazing food and amazing service" with a lively atmosphere enhanced by a DJ. Highlights include "authentic Guyanese cuisine" and standout dishes like oxtails and snapper. The staff is "welcoming and attentive," with special mentions for servers Chris and TJ. Ideal for celebrations or casual dining, Sapodilla's consistently earns high praise.
132 Reviews
  1. Reisa Gold

    Charlotte27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were both excellent. More importantly, it was a pleasure to have authentic Guyanese cuisine at an upscale restaurant. We visited from Charlotte and Atlanta respectively and will absolutely return during our next visit to Washington, DC.

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  2. N Gold

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 1, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    TJ, our waiter was wonderful, I ordered sparkling water, and ice was added. When I ordered another, I quickly adjusted and requested no ice. Overall everything thing was great.

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  3. Yaa

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it for my moms birthday and now my son wants to return for his birthday .. hopefully we can get a reservation 🙏🏽

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  4. Cet

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was excellent. Special shout out to Christopher.

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  5. Deon

    Raleigh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was amazing! Got there at opening so we were worried no one was there lol!

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  6. Rhavin

    Charlotte4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and amazing service!! I’ll be back!!

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  7. CJ Gold

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came for a lunch date with my sisters and left totally impressed! The snapper was excellent, cooked right and full of flavor. The drinks were outstanding, creative and beautifully made. The whole space has a cool, relaxed vibe that makes you want to linger, which is exactly what you want when you're catching up with family. Service was attentive and friendly throughout. A great spot for lunch in DC and one I'll be recommending.

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  8. Chelsea

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely returning! We enjoyed the vibes. Service was great. Food was tasty. Drinks were STRONG:)

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  9. Kendra

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EVERYTHING we ate was absolutely delicious! Cant wait to return!

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  10. Lindo

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the evening-food was very good and everyone enjoyed their meals

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We can host your private party. Please contact us at info@sapodillas.com for more information.

FAQs

Yes, guests regularly describe the portions as generous and filling, noting "nice sized portions" and that dishes are more than enough for a single meal.

Sapodilla's is open Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm; Fri–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm; and Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm. Friday features a live DJ and an all-night Happy Hour (3PM to Close), Saturday brunch runs Noon–4PM, and Sunday offers an all-day brunch 11AM–6PM with a live DJ, brunch reservations are required and have a 90-minute time limit.

Yes, Sapodilla's makes a lovely date-night pick: guests call it cozy and intimate, and several reviews describe anniversary and special-evening visits that went very well.

Private dining isn't part of Sapodilla's offering, the restaurant focuses on its open dining rooms and lively, convivial atmosphere.

Sundays are a standout for Sapodilla’s all-day brunch (11AM–6PM) with a live DJ and a dedicated brunch menu, many guests praise the Sunday brunch experience; Fridays are also popular for the live DJ and all-night happy hour.

Sapodilla’s tends to buzz at peak weekend service, especially around the Friday all-night happy hour with a live DJ and on busy Saturday nights, while Sunday afternoons/evenings are often much quieter.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, relaxed clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

Sapodilla’s is at its liveliest on Fridays, the restaurant runs a live DJ and an all‑night Happy Hour (3 PM–close), while Sunday afternoons tend to be quieter during the all‑day brunch (11 AM–6 PM).

Sapodilla’s features a main dining room plus an upstairs/second‑floor dining/lounge, along with a full bar and high‑top tables, walk‑ins are welcome at the bar.

Sapodilla’s feels warm and stylish, cozy, picture‑perfect decor with bold murals and plush seating, and a DJ often brings lively energy upstairs while other areas feel more intimate.

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A photo of Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant restaurant

Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant

4.7
$31 to $50
Caribbean
Washington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
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