Botanero

Name: Botanero
Address: 800 Pleasant Dr Ste 160, Rockville, MD, United States, 20850
Telephone: (240) 474-5461
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1220 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Top tags:

Cozy neighborhood restaurant, cocktail and wine bar, serving inspired small plates in Rockville, Maryland.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Spanish, Latin American
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(240) 474-5461
Website
http://botanerorockville.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ
Executive Chef
Jaime Planas
Private party facilities
We are excited about helping you host your event. We have created menus perfect for brunches, cocktail receptions, luncheons, dinner parties and more. We are also happy to customize a menu and experience to fit your needs. Our private room accommodates up to 80 guests.
Private party contact
Ken Skidmore: (240) 474-5491

Location
800 Pleasant Dr, Ste 160, Rockville, MD 20850
Neighbourhood
Rockville
Cross Street
Redland
Parking Details
All street parking and nearby parking lots are free of charge.
Public Transit
Walking distance to Shady Grove Metro
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

What 1,220 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Maryland - DC Suburbs
American

1,220 Reviews

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SB2017
Minneapolis
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food3service2ambience2
The small plates were good with interesting variety, but the servers rarely checked on us and we had to ask for water, clean plates, etc. They never asked how we were doing and if the food was good.
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JackH
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food was excellent and very reasonably priced, however, the room was very loud. If we get food there again, it will probably be carry out.
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Nate
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! Had a wonderful brunch with my close friend. We talked the whole time. Place was not crowded. Very nice atmosphere!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s always an amazing experience at Botanero. Absolutely delicious food, great drinks, and amazing service!
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Oldwizard74
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Deborah and I were in Rockville for the day and our experience at Botanero was memorable. When making the reservation, I requested a table out of the way and the greeter seated us at a window table, perfect for viewing inside and outside and away from most traffic. Our host, Chad, was extremely helpful in describing menu items and making recommendations. The small plates allowed us to try several different foods. Everything was delicious, but the scallops and flaming shrimp were exceptional. Chad also made a great margarita and his wine recommendation was perfect. Botanero is definitely a “must go to”.
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DianeS
Baltimore
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Excellent! Bring a sweater though because although the service and hospitality were warm, the temperature was cold. We had the kale salad, short rib flatbread, chicken croquettes, beef empanadas, and the bacon wrapped dates. All were delicious! Hard to choose a favorite, but I think they were the dates and the flatbread. Sauces to accompany everything were flavorful. Portions for tapas were generous—especially the flatbread and the salad! Red Bandito cocktail and the gin cocktail with lavender were creative and much enjoyed. We were in the front room which was lively but not overly noisy. Would highly recommend. Glad we made a reservation. We went early (6:15) but it was bustling about 10 minutes after our arrival.
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MichaelN
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
First time in this eclectic eatery for us, the experience was positive. For the most part, the plates were perfect portions for the two of us and the pricing about right. I thought the octopus, which other reviews raved about, while gorgeous to look at and tasty, was a little short on the actual octopus...little overcooked coins amongst the lentils. I'm more accustomed to a charred, tender leg presentation. We'll be back for another try.
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Phil
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Nice tapas place. Food was tasty and enjoyable. Would come back.
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Abbie
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of our favorite restaurants. The food and the service is consistently excellent. Enjoy!!
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JimB
Washington DC
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I like almost all the small dishes offered and the wine and beer list is quite fine. They were out of theIPA on tap, but that can happen.
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JodyR
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Another delicious meal at Botanero. Great selection of tapas type foods. Each one was unique and tasty.. Great for tasting a variety pf dishes.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Cancun
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Some of the best food I’ve ever had with thoughtful service and a seriously impressive menu.
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DavidE
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All of the food was well prepared and tasty. We ordered at three different times and the staff timed the food to come out in a perfect order.
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AkuaG
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Botanero never disappoints. Great food, drinks and excellent service. I always forward to visiting all the way from Reston.
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GwendolynC
Baltimore
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was another great experience eating here we loved the food and will definitely eat here again.
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nkmelvin
Washington DC
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great meal in the outdoor seating area. The wait staff were attentive and the food and drinks were delicious. Will definitely be back.
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WillieM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
We just returned from Barcelona and wanted to find a tapas experience nearby. Botanero was great in the authenticity of food combined with a fantastic dining experience. The wait staff is very very good! The Beef Empanada is not good, everything else was stellar.
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EmilyP
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great waiter and wide variety of tasty dishes and drinks, space was very comfortable for a big group. Space was also quiet so it was easy to have conversations. 2 thumbs up!
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BarryL
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were seated promptly as requested, wait staff were informative and helpful, food interesting and excellent. Inside dining noise level was low early, but grew louder after 7pm. Highly recomended
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WalberM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great, from the reservation to the bill. 👏👏👏👏👏
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Ray2you
Washington DC
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always reliable and tasty small plate dishes. Highly recommended
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Disaster…… Haven’t been here since December and very confused about how did this establishment go from very good to trash, or maybe I caught them on a bad day. Had a gut feeling to book elsewhere the same day which was weird, I didn’t follow through, we got there and we were placed at a semi messy table that already had water glasses prepared which we had questions about because it wasn’t like that before when we booked here so of course, we requested for new glasses and water just judging from the so called setup. Now, down to the ordering process, our server was extremely slow like very slow, sad enough, our food came out almost 40 mins later, I had the steak and eggs but requested for scrambled eggs with cheese instead of sunny side up, my eggs were the epitome of bland and didn’t have any cheese, my steak? Smh, terrible, no flavor whatsoever, dry and tough even though I asked for medium well. My date chicken and waffles also was lacking flavor, the chicken to be exact, The mimosas? TRASH! we both had mango, peach and orange, none had any flavor of fruit. The Beignets were tough to eat like they were deep fried and burnt, I’m unsure if they changed chefs and bartenders but something was off, this definitely wasn’t the same experience from the first 3 visits, Doubt if I ever come back to dine here .
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LesQ
Washington DC
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My favorite place to eat! The food is constantly good and the service is always wonderful. Perfect neighborhood place for happy hour, brunch, dinners.
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MichelleR
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great place for tapas and wine. Parking can be a little challenge, but not difficult.
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MoMo
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Botanero never disappoints! The food is consistently fantastic. Lots of small plate options that accommodates different preferences (meat, fish, vegetables). Good beer and wine selection as well as fun seasonal cocktails. Great place for a group gathering so lots of small plates can be tasted.
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Morgan
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had brunch with friends. Everything was delicious. Service was great. Atmosphere was cozy. And it was a nice quiet space to converse with friends.
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Lsmd
Washington DC
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on July 4, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good food, excellent service The portion size for the food was ample. The food looked good and tasted good.
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MichaelF
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Even as a vegetarian, I was able to try and enjoy the variety of dishes available. Loved trying so many different and very tasty dishes. Our waiter was very helpful when we found ourselves in need of help deciding the different dishes to order.
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Aimee
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful experience. Food was delicious. Service exceptional!!!!!
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Harold
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Food was great - However it was not paced well and came out all at once. Music was on repeat so the same song played OVER and OVER again. We were in the back room. I like the front room better.
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LewisL
Washington DC
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great Tapas food place to try many things. All items we had were delicious. Recommend Short Ribs
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was good (flaming shrimp was awesome, pork belly was meh). Server was nice, but everything took a long time. We wanted second drinks and were done with all of our food before he came back over to even offer, and then it took another 10+ minutes to get a cocktail menu, put in an order, and get the drinks.
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SheldonG
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food and service ws excellent. This is one of my wife's and my favorite places to dine even though it takes half and hour to get there.
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Potomac
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent atmosphere, good food, and very kind staffs. Very good experience. Will definitely visit again.
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BeaM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Went Fathers Day. Service was slow due to the restaurant reserving a party of 18 and not enough staff. Cook was busy with this large table which slows down food for the rest of the restaurant. Due to this large party it took a long time for drinks and food to arrive. Will try again but not on a holiday or fathers/mothers day.
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TracyB
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and drinks. Brought our 2.5 year old and had toddler approved cups.
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JeffB
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience4
We used to love coming here but the past few times, the service has really gone downhill. Tonight was the worst and we’ll need to take a break. Took 15 minutes to get greeted and water to our table. A very loud party at the bar was practically sitting on our table so I asked our server if we could move a table over to give the bar room. She moved us and said she’ll be right back and we were forgotten about. Sitting practically in front of the hostess stand. After another 15 minutes of completely being ignored, I approached the hostess who seemed totally surprised. A manager eventually came over, no apologies, and took our order. Drinks showed halfway through our meal. Honestly, the only reliably good thing there is the cocktails. Otherwise, the food is inconsistent and the service is fair to poor. Really disappointing. Was a cute neighborhood spot.
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Anonymous
Washington DC
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious! Small plate options tried were all incredible and will have us returning to sample more.
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davidc
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Each dish we ordered was excellent. The short ribs, however, were exceptional.
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Mike
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is excellent! Will recommend to anyone interested in tapas.
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FAQs

Botanero does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Botanero also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (240) 474-5461.

Botanero is rated 4.8 stars by 1220 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

800 Pleasant Dr, Ste 160, Rockville, MD 20850

Additional information

Cross Street
Redland
Neighbourhood
Rockville
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Spanish, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
All street parking and nearby parking lots are free of charge.
Public Transit
Walking distance to Shady Grove Metro
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ
Executive Chef
Jaime Planas
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://botanerorockville.com/
Phone number
(240) 474-5461
Private party facilities
We are excited about helping you host your event. We have created menus perfect for brunches, cocktail receptions, luncheons, dinner parties and more. We are also happy to customize a menu and experience to fit your needs. Our private room accommodates up to 80 guests.
Private party contact
Ken Skidmore: (240) 474-5491

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Botanero

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Beef Empanadas

Beet Salad

Flaming Shrimp

Menu

What 1,220 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does Botanero offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Botanero restaurant rated?

Is Botanero currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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