Agua 301

4.3 (796)

$30 and under

Mexican

301 Water St. SE, Washington, DC 20003

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Agua 301

4.3

$30 and under

Mexican

Navy Yard

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

10:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Good for business meals
Charming

Aqua 301 celebrates the culture and cuisine of Mexico taking contemporary Mexican cuisine and infusing it with modern flair. This is not Tex Mex! Chef Jaime Pelayo tweaks traditional Mexican ingredients and flavor profiles through experimental ingredient combinations and serves it up waterside in Yards Park.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 484-0301
Website
http://agua301.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Agua 301 does off premise catering offering self pick up, delivery and set up or full service catering. Please email or call with any inquiries.
Private party facilities
Agua features a private dining room that seats up to 30 people as well as the ability to expand that room to accommodate parties up to 80 people for sit down dinner. Agua 301 is also available for buy outs which allows for up to 110 seated.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
301 Water St. SE, Washington, DC 20003
Neighborhood
Navy Yard
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Metro Entrances:•Navy Yard Metro: New Jersey Ave Entrance (0.29 miles NW)•Navy Yard Metro: M Street Entrance (0.36 miles NW)
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Agua 301.

4.3

(796)

4.5Food
4.0Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for brunch
Washington, D.C. Area
Kid-friendly
Washington, D.C. Area
Good for groups
Washington, D.C. Area
Great for fine wines
Washington, D.C. Area
Great for scenic views
District of Columbia
Great for brunch
District of Columbia
Kid-friendly
District of Columbia
Good for groups
District of Columbia
Healthy
District of Columbia
Great for fine wines
District of Columbia
Great for scenic views
District of Columbia
Mexican

796 Reviews

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Brent
Washington DC1 review
2.0
Dined on September 24, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We came for a family dinner — large party, and we showed up well past the dinner rush. The restaurant was nearly empty, and the service was still painfully slow. Long waits with no explanation, and it wasn't like the staff was slammed. Really disappointing for a place that should be an easy night out.
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Da’Shawna
Washington DC1 review
2.0
Dined on September 16, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Maybe because it was close to closing but, our waitress was not attentive. We waited a long time for everything, she even mis rung things up for my table and confused a few things. If her attitude wasn’t so snobby it may have been a bit better.
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Elinor Gold
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Met some friends here for a Sunday lunch/brunch. Place was empty, probably because it was during a Nats day game. The food and service were outstanding. A couple of us had the Huevos Rancheros, which was very tasty and delicious. Someone else was very happy with her steak and eggs. Those who ordered taco platters were also very pleased. I would definitely go here again if down by the Navy Yard. They have nice outdoor seating but it was a very hot and muggy day so we ate inside.
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BRIAN Gold
Baltimore28 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 17, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Service was not great but food was good. We had to keep asking for our appetizers ( chips and salsa and queso fundido) for 25 minutes. Our entrees arrived and we still didn't have knives forks or napkins . I think our server was new. He was pleasant and should improve as he settles in
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Sharath Gold
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really awesome staff and amazing lomo saltado! Will definitely come back.
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Tracey Gold
Baltimore39 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 8, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went for happy hour. The prices were great. Had the tacos and enjoyed it. Great location and view of the water. Would return for sure.
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Carl
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My team and I enjoyed Aqua 301. It was a beautiful day, the food and the service was great.
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Tony Gold
Washington DC9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service were great! Happy hour Drinks, even better.
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Daniel
Washington DC1 review
1.0
Dined on May 6, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The worst restaurant service I have ever experienced. We waited more than an hour and fifteen minutes just to receive chips, and ultimately had to ask a different waiter to bring them to the table. After taking our order, our waitress never once checked on us or asked if we needed anything else, and she did not return to the table for well over an hour. We repeatedly had to rely on other staff members just to receive items we had already ordered. Some simply looked at us and said, “I’m not your waiter,” before walking away. To make matters worse, two of the four meals at our table were never made or delivered. During the meal, we also witnessed our waitress get into a verbal argument with another nearby table. Overall, this was the worst experience I have had not only at this restaurant, but at any restaurant in Washington, DC, during the more than seven years I have lived here. That is especially disappointing because we have historically been fans of Agua 301 and have dined there many times since we live in the neighborhood. Unfortunately, both the service and the food and drink quality seem to have been declining for some time, and this experience felt like the final straw. At this point, I am not sure we will return.
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Mecca
Unspecified1 review
4.0
Dined on May 3, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was good I took my wife n son they both enjoyed it only con about the place is the non alcoholic beverages are scarce. It’s very clean and nice I feel it a very good vibe for couples or a great first date option.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 484-0301
Website
http://agua301.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Agua 301 does off premise catering offering self pick up, delivery and set up or full service catering. Please email or call with any inquiries.
Private party facilities
Agua features a private dining room that seats up to 30 people as well as the ability to expand that room to accommodate parties up to 80 people for sit down dinner. Agua 301 is also available for buy outs which allows for up to 110 seated.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
301 Water St. SE, Washington, DC 20003
Neighborhood
Navy Yard
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Metro Entrances:•Navy Yard Metro: New Jersey Ave Entrance (0.29 miles NW)•Navy Yard Metro: M Street Entrance (0.36 miles NW)
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, families dine here: Agua 301 has a kids' menu and coloring sheets, and several guests reported visiting with children who enjoyed the meal.

For a quieter visit, head to Agua 301 around midday on a weekday; if you want the livelier scene, try happy hour or brunch (many guests rave about the brunch and bottomless/strong margaritas).

Yes, reviewers note Agua 301 is wheelchair friendly and welcoming to differently abled guests.

Yes, Agua 301's waterside setting, cozy atmosphere, and multiple guests describing it as romantic or a great option for couples make it a lovely choice for a date night.

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

Some menu items are generously portioned, guests describe the tacos as 'generously portioned' and call a burrito 'absolutely massive, easily enough for two people.'

Expect busy, high-traffic moments during peak service and special events, multiple guests reported long lines and hour-plus waits, while Sunday afternoons and weekday middays have been described as noticeably quieter and more relaxed.

Agua 301 offers a warm, waterside vibe, guests describe it as stylish, cozy‑chic and sometimes romantic, with a lively patio and a more relaxed indoor feel on quieter visits.

Weekends are a favourite for brunch, guests specifically praise Saturday and Sunday brunches and note the bottomless margarita offering.

Yes, Agua 301 offers a waterside outdoor patio that many guests enjoy for dining al fresco and waterfront views.

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Agua 301

4.3

$30 and under

Mexican

Navy Yard

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

10:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Agua 301

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Agua 301

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