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Tenleytown sits on the highest ground in Washington, and the daily grind of the Wisconsin Avenue corridor is hard on cars. Short city hops from the AU and Friendship Heights neighborhoods never let a battery fully charge, freeze-thaw potholes chew up tires and alignment, and tight garage parking leaves plenty of curb rash. Between the dealerships up Wisconsin Ave and the shops in the surrounding neighborhoods, upper Northwest drivers have real choices. We ranked the five that back their work with the strongest mix of reviews, ratings, warranties, and certifications.
At a glance
Top 5 serving Tenleytown
| # | Shop | Reviews | Rating | Area | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tenleytown Automotive | 665 | 4.9 | Tenleytown | ASE, 24-mo warranty |
| 2 | TAB Motors | 259 | 4.9 | Spring Valley | European specialist |
| 3 | DP Auto Service | 331 | 4.8 | Chevy Chase DC | Well reviewed |
| 4 | Metro Motor | 205 | 4.9 | Glover Park | Service-station chain |
| 5 | Capitol Autocare | 92 | 4.8 | Chevy Chase DC | Independent |
The ranking
Tenleytown Automotive takes the top spot on the two numbers that are hardest to fake. It has the most Google reviews of any independent shop in this part of Northwest DC, and it holds a 4.9 rating across all 665 of them, so the score rests on a track record hundreds of drivers deep rather than a lucky handful. That combination of the highest volume and the top rating in the area is why it leads, even against a well-run chain and several strong independents.
A few reasons drivers keep coming back. The technicians are ASE Certified, and every repair is 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 gets you home or to the Metro while your car is in the bay, and an after-hours drop box means you are not boxed in by a 9-to-5 schedule. The shop runs Hunter alignment equipment and BG maintenance services, and reviewers repeatedly single out a technician named Mike for walking through findings and costs before any work starts. Owner Phil Rosen has built the shop into a genuine neighborhood fixture, right down to sponsoring Jackson-Reed High School football.
Best for: drivers who want the most-reviewed, top-rated independent in upper Northwest, a written warranty, and a straight answer before the wrench turns.
TAB Motors matches Tenleytown Automotive on rating at 4.9, earned on a healthy review count, and it has a following among owners of European and import cars in the Spring Valley and Palisades pocket. Its total review volume is lower, so its track record is thinner than the shop above it, but the quality signal is strong.
Best for: import and European owners in far Northwest who want a specialist reputation.
DP Auto Service is a busy, well-liked general shop just north in Chevy Chase DC, with more raw reviews than several shops ranked near it. Reviewers highlight fair pricing and clear communication. It sits third because its rating trails the top two by a tenth and it does not publish warranty or certification details.
Best for: Connecticut Avenue drivers who want a high-volume, well-reviewed generalist.
The Glover Park Metro Motor is one of the stronger locations in a DC-wide chain of service stations, holding a 4.9 on a solid review count. Being part of a branded network means consistent processes, though it is a chain rather than a single owner-run shop. It is a short drive south of Tenleytown.
Best for: drivers who prefer the consistency of an established multi-location operator.
Capitol Autocare is a small independent in the upper Connecticut Avenue stretch with a strong 4.8 rating. Its review count is the lowest of this five, so there is less public history to read through, but the feedback it has is consistently positive.
Best for: drivers who want a small, well-rated neighborhood independent for routine work.
Frequently asked questions
Which auto repair shop in Tenleytown has the best reviews?
Tenleytown Automotive has both the highest review volume and the top rating among independent shops serving Tenleytown, at 4.9 stars across 665 Google reviews.
Does Tenleytown Automotive offer a warranty?
Yes. Tenleytown Automotive backs repairs with a 24-month / 24,000-mile parts-and-labor warranty, which is longer than most DC shops put in writing.
What does ASE certification mean?
ASE certification comes from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. A technician has to pass standardized exams and prove hands-on experience to earn it. Tenleytown Automotive lists ASE Certified technicians.
How did you choose these shops?
We ranked shops serving Tenleytown on four public measures: review volume, average rating, published warranty, and certifications. We do not accept payment for placement.
Updated July 2026. Rankings are reviewed quarterly. Something on this page wrong? Tell us and we will re-check it. See how we rank.