dLeña

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Crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside. The ultimate starter. Empanadas de Wagyu with beef tenderloin, truffle cheese, oyster sauce, almonds, guajillo chili, and chimichurri.

A Chef’s Table specialty - Charred Avocado, with green apple relish, cashew mayo, Chile de árbol, peanut purée, purple watercress, charred lemon, and arbequina olive oil.

ROJA lounge warmth, lights low.

Satisfy your sweet cravings with our Honey Vanilla Cheesecake, a perfect combination of seasonal flavors and textures you won’t want to skip.

Spicing things up. Come for your favorites and stay for the surprises. Our Hot Stone Wagyu pairs sliced beef tenderloin with a citrus chili toreado truffle sauce, smoked grape chimichurri, and shish*to peppers, served alongside charred tlayuda.

A true sensory experience, as much for the eyes as for the palate.

Indulge in a three-course Modern Mexican menu priced at just 28.00, served in under an hour. Whether you’re seeking a brief respite from work or enjoying a leisurely meal with friends, our Express Lunch offers a refined culinary experience in the heart of the city.

For the curious, the experienced, or those just into a little adventure. Our Bone Marrow & Tuna Chicharrón, served with guacamole, xni-pec sauce, pickled veggies, and charred serrano, available for dinner daily.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Walk-ins always welcome.

Red, white & bottomless brunch! Enjoy an extended bottomless brunch in celebration of Independence Day weekend from Thursday, July 4- Sunday, July 7 from 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM. We will also be open for regular service on July 4. ¡Salud!

House-made charred tostada. Served daily.

Savor the season. Ensalada de Kale 🥬 Baby kale, pomegranate, agave roasted yam, Honeycrisp apple, orange balsamic vinaigrette, cherry tomato, agave almond, and smoked blue cheese

Refined tastes. Relaxed atmosphere. Just downstairs in dLeña ROJA.

This summer, embark and discover the spirit of Mexico through corn, with a spotlight on Oaxaca. From June 18 - July 28, experience a menu collection that will transport you to the vibrant state of Oaxaca, featuring vibrant mole sauces and smoky mezcal cocktails.

Our specials include a Alebrije Paloma and Tejate d’Guava cocktail, Pacific Prawns & Guava Mole, and Crème Brulee de Calabaza. Reservations can be made through the link in our bio.

✨Dinner Giveaway✨

We’re giving you the chance to try our new seasonal drinks and dishes and win dinner for two on us!

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Giveaway ends this Friday 6/14 and winner will be announced at 12:00PM. Winners will have $150 to spend and must be following and to win. Good luck!

Not a bad seat in the house.

Savor the flavor of our Lamb Shank, birria style. Experience the juicy, fall-off-the-bone meat, expertly prepared to perfection and served with a salsa verde cruda, smoked root vegetables, pickled red onion, and blue corn tortillas.

Sweet and smoky. Our Pork Belly are oven-roasted and covered in a chipotle glaze and peanut red pipian sauce.

On the menu tonight from our wood-fired kitchen.

Make no mistake, it is all about the details.

A classic to share on our menu. Charred Coliflor a la Leña with chimichurri and red pipian.

Always creating, always innovating, down at ROJA.

Final touches on our Mexican Old Fashioned, a little cherry wood smoke before it’s ROJA-ready.

Our Truffle Cojita Fries come second to none. Spoil yourself or share amongst friends. Available during happy hour Monday through Friday at the bar.

Our outdoor patio is officially (re)open for the season, just in time for summer. Reservations and walk-ins are available for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch are available via .

Cinco de Mayo and Mercado Margs are always cause for celebration.