Mola

Washington, DC · Restaurant

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in Washington
#285
of 2672 restaurants
City Percentile
83%
rating percentile
Address
Mola, 2438 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone
(301) 318-6010
Website
www.mola-dc.com
Status
Closed · Opens 1 PM

Mola is a restaurant located in Washington, DC. It is one of 2,672 restaurants listed in Washington. Its 4.7-star rating is above the Washington city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Mola

Mola is a vibrant restaurant serving a modern twist to humble Panamanian foods & beverages. Grab a seat at the table, and trade good moments with others.

Hours

Friday5 PM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Marce Gouldin · Dec 2025

The empanadas were delicious at Mola's. We tried the spicy vegan, chicken curry, and beef. While they were all tasty, my favorite was the chicken curry. The Hojaldra Dulce was the perfect "something sweet" after the savory lunch. Our waitress was patient and helped us find the perfect combo of food and was appropriately attentive throughout our meal.

★★★★★ 5.0 Abby C. · Jan 2026

The party I hosted a private party here and everything was fanstastic. The food was amazing, and everyone kept raving about how delicious everything was. The Panamanian cuisine is extremely flavorful and very well cooked, with rich seasonings and high-quality ingredients that make every dish stand out. Every plate felt thoughtful and carefully prepared, and guests commented on how unique and memorable the flavors were. The hosts were extremely accommodating with both me and my guests, from planning to the actual event, which made everything feel seamless and welcoming. Their warmth and attentiveness truly elevated the experience. I highly recommend Mola to anyone looking for a venue in Adams Morgan with excellent Panamanian food, great energy, and gracious hospitality.

★★★★★ 5.0 Lucia Cortes · Nov 2025

We’ve dined here many times. They’re open Wednesday through Sunday. The empanadas and the ropa nueva dish are delicious. Great authentic food and drinks. Mola also catered my partner’s retirement party, and everything was perfect. Guests loved the food!

★★★★★ 5.0 Shivasti Singh Realtor · Nov 2025

I love Mola i had the curry chicken, beef & pepper steak emanadas they refresh, nice and hot and delicious. We had the beef with rice & peas it was so yummy. The the atmosphere is super cute in you must try it.

★★★★★ 5.0 Sheanna Gomes · Mar 2026

Absolutely delicious food and wonderful service. The empanadas have the most amazing crust and filling. The sauces are scratch made and you can tell by how fresh and flavorful they taste. I visited for the first time yesterday and will probably be returning again today.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom

Services

RestaurantBarCaribbean restaurantLatin American restaurant

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