Tenleytown Automotive – Washington, DC
Tenleytown Automotive
What to expect
Ratings across platforms
Review counts reflect public data at the time of our last review. Tenleytown holds a 4.9 across 665 Google reviews and a 4.9 on CARFAX. Tap any source to see the listing.
About Tenleytown Automotive
Tenleytown Automotive is a neighborhood fixture on Wisconsin Avenue in upper Northwest Washington, owned by Phil Rosen and staffed by ASE Certified technicians. It has grown into the most-reviewed independent auto repair shop in this part of the city, with a 4.9 rating across 665 Google reviews, and it stays woven into the community right down to sponsoring Jackson-Reed High School football.
The shop is built around one idea that comes up again and again in customer reviews: tell people the truth before doing the work. Cars get a digital vehicle inspection with a photographed report, findings and pricing are walked through up front, and reviewers consistently note there is no upselling. The team handles the full range of everyday service and repair, including oil changes and factory-scheduled maintenance, brakes, Hunter wheel alignments, tires, batteries, air conditioning, electrical diagnostics, check-engine work, and engine and exhaust repair, with BG maintenance services available.
Repairs are backed by a 24-month / 24,000-mile parts-and-labor warranty, which is longer than most DC shops put in writing. A free shuttle covers the ride home or to the Metro while your car is in the bay, and an after-hours pickup and drop-off box means your schedule does not have to bend around shop hours. Beyond Tenleytown itself, the shop regularly serves drivers from Georgetown, Friendship Heights, Cleveland Park, Cathedral Heights, Glover Park, Woodley Park, and Chevy Chase.
One honest note on scope. Tenleytown Automotive focuses on maintenance and the common repairs that make up the vast majority of what drivers need. It does not take on full transmission or engine rebuilds, ADAS sensor calibration, or dedicated electric and hybrid drivetrain work, and it will point you to the right specialist when a job falls outside that lane. Knowing what a shop does not do is part of trusting what it does.
Why we rank it #1 in the area
Among independent shops serving upper Northwest DC and Georgetown, Tenleytown Automotive holds both the highest review volume and the top rating, at 4.9 stars across 665 reviews, as a single owner-run shop rather than a service-station chain. Pair that track record with ASE certification and a written 24-month / 24,000-mile warranty, and it is the most accountable option in the area on every public measure we check.
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What customers say
“Mike and team did a great job diagnosing the issue and fixing it. But above all I appreciated their customer service and honesty. There was an unanticipated issue for which they offered to eat 100% of the cost. Not a lot of shops would do that but they're looking to build long-term relationships with their customers. I expect to bring my car here for years to come.”
“Can’t compliment the crew at Tenleytown Auto enough for my recent service. I was in DC from CT when my car broke down. I appreciate Mike’s professionalism, expertise, and honesty through the whole process. They got me back on the road faster than I had expected and at a fair cost. I highly recommend these guys and appreciate how they helped me out.”
“I had a great experience with a standard oil change! They found a nail in my tire and were able to order a new tire fast and replace it. They never tried to upcharge me or sell me on extras I didn’t need. Very reasonably priced and honest.”
“I took my 2012 VW bug to Tenleytown Automotive for its regular maintenance because most of my neighbors take their cars there. I was pleased with the service and their candor about what they found (and didn’t find) in checking out the car. No upselling, no nonsense. Just straightforward service and communication. Also they are really nice. We will absolutely continue to take our cars there!”
Verified Google reviews. Tenleytown holds a 4.9 rating across 665 Google reviews.
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Business hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |