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Taberna del Alabardero, Washington, DC

Taberna del Alabardero

4.8 (3986)
$31 to $50
Traditional Spanish
1776 I Street, NW(Entrance on 18th St.), Entrance on 18th Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
This piece of Spain, just steps from The White House, will transport you to an elegant and royal atmosphere surrounded by friendly faces, an engaging menu and world-renowned wines.

Taberna Del Alabardero opened its doors in 1989, becoming the first Spanish restaurant in DC, and this year celebrates its 30 Anniversary with the 2019 Honorary RAMMY award. Spanish Chef Oscar Ordonez brings back the authentic Spanish Cuisine and introduces new dishes with traditional ingredients.

Taberna’s seasonal menu features classic tapas, luscious paellas, refreshing sangria, and delicious desserts, as well as vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Dress code: Business casual

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Traditional Spanish, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Josu Zubikaray
  • Catering
    Taberna del Alabardero Spanish Catering offers Food Delivery as well as Full Service catering. More details at alabardero.com
  • Private party facilities
    Taberna del Alabardero welcomes you to its private and semi private spaces, perfect to host your events. Lunch, Dinner or Happy Hour, formal or casual, we will organize your event according to your needs and guide you towards a successful and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Ramon Pereiras: (202) 429-2200
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Entrance on 18th Street, between H and I
  • Parking details
    Complimentary self parking after across the street, on 818 18th street NW. Monday to Friday after 4pmSaturday and Sunday all day
  • Public transit
    Farragut West Metro Station or Farragut North
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Brunch Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Come enjoy our brunch with special prices on sangrias, mimosas, beer, Bloody Marys, and mojitos!
    Brunch  Specials photo
  • Paella Cooking Class

    US$125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 21, 2025 only
    12:00 p.m.
    Cook, taste, and enjoy! On June 21st, join us for an exclusive Paella Cooking Class at 12pm. For $125, savor a special appetizer, craft your own main course paella, and end with a scrumptious dessert. Don’t miss out on this culinary adventure! 👩‍🍳✨
    Paella Cooking Class photo
  • Father's Day

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    This Father’s Day, treat the special dads in your life to a celebration they deserve! Whether it’s your father, grandfather, husband, brother, or a dear friend, gather your loved ones and enjoy an unforgettable dining experience with authentic Spanish flavors and warm hospitality. Don’t wait—reserve your table now and make it a day to remember!
    Father's Day photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Live flamenco music! at 8 PM

    Multiple dates available
    Sat - 2:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
    Make your dinner reservation and enjoy Live Flamenco performance. Starting at 8 pm, every Friedays and Saturdays

    Live flamenco music! at 8 PM photo
  • Come To Enjoy Our Special Gin Tonic Menu !

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.,Mon - Thu - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.,Fri - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.,Sat - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
    "Spanish Gin Tonic: A refreshing cocktail featuring premium gin, artisanal tonic water, and a variety of aromatic garnishes, served over ice for a crisp and flavorful experience."

    Come To Enjoy Our Special Gin Tonic Menu ! photo
  • We Open Our Patio

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.,Mon - Thu - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.,Fri - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.,Sat - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
    Our Charming patio is now open and ready to welcome you. come and enjoy your favorite events, our vibrant Happy Hour, and brunch full of Spanish flavor in DC. we are waiting for you to live unforgettable moments outdoors. Dont forget that you can reserve our events for your events!

    We Open Our Patio photo

What 3,986 people are saying

Taberna del Alabardero reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Taberna del Alabardero offers an authentic Spanish dining experience in the heart of Washington, D.C. Guests rave about the "excellent food" and "impeccable service," with highlights including "delicious tapas," "superb paella," and "outstanding Spanish wines." The elegant ambiance and lively flamenco performances create a "wonderful" and "memorable" atmosphere.
3,986 Reviews
  1. Kris VIP

    Houston53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A neighborhood gem!!! The food was phenomenal: flavorful, colorful and beautifully presented. The chicken and seafood paella was exceptional!

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  2. Jeannete VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant itself is beautiful, the show that they have is amazing. But my only disappointment was the service. It took them 15 min after being seated to give us water! And another 10 after giving us the water ( 25 min after arriving) to get our order. The restaurant wasn’t busy at all so I’m not sure why it took them so long to serve us. We ordered the paella, and the chicken had a weird taste, definitely not worth the price. I left out of there annoyed as this was supposed to be a special night.

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  3. William VIP

    Austin92 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent in all respects -- gaszpacho and gambas were outstanding plus seafood paella. Service was attentive. Best of all was the sommelier's wine recommendation: As Sortas godello.

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  4. Alan VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous dining experience. Great wine, as well. Thanks.

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  5. Shaun

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! The restaurant made our anniversary so very special! Can’t wait to return!

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  6. Brian

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sublime Spanish food. The cold pea soup with jamon was delicious. The prawn salad with goat cheese was delicious. The olive oil was also good.

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  7. Jorge

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nos hizo sentir en España, muy buena comida y un buen espectáculo de flamenco para amenizar, quizás solo un poco ruidoso. El servicio muy bien, disfrutamos mucho la experiencia.

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  8. robert VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area144 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quiet until the flamenco entertainment begins!! Wonderful authentic Spanish cuisine and a great selection of wines. Everything the four of us had was delicious. Pick your protein and try it! Don't forget dessert!

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  9. Alicia VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved everything about this place. Having lived in Spain for 3 years, it was just like going to a nice restaurant in Madrid. We started with the croquetas, tortilla, pan con tomate and patatas bravas. All delicious. Don't skip the sangria, either. So good. Wish I could have tasted the tinto de verano, but didn't have a chance. All the entrees were delicious and cooked perfectly. It is expensive, but you get excellent service and food for the price. Definitely a great place for a nice lunch or dinner. Highly recommend.

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  10. Amy VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect spot for an elegant business lunch. The restaurant is bright and beautifully decorated with an old world feel. We enjoyed the patates bravas and the eggplant appetizer which was delicious and a new flavor combo for us. Then we had salads with proteins — both were exquisite and very satisfying. I also enjoyed a glass of an excellent Sauvignon blanc. My only quibbles were a little clumsiness with the service at the start of the meal—but they pulled it together by the time the mains were served.

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FAQs

Taberna del Alabardero offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 429-2200.

Taberna del Alabardero is rated 4.8 stars by 3986 OpenTable diners.

Taberna del Alabardero does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Taberna del Alabardero

1776 I Street, NW(Entrance on 18th St.), Entrance on 18th Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Entrance on 18th Street, between H and I
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Traditional Spanish, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary self parking after across the street, on 818 18th street NW. Monday to Friday after 4pmSaturday and Sunday all day
  • Public transit
    Farragut West Metro Station or Farragut North
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Josu Zubikaray
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Taberna del Alabardero Spanish Catering offers Food Delivery as well as Full Service catering. More details at alabardero.com
  • Private party facilities
    Taberna del Alabardero welcomes you to its private and semi private spaces, perfect to host your events. Lunch, Dinner or Happy Hour, formal or casual, we will organize your event according to your needs and guide you towards a successful and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Ramon Pereiras: (202) 429-2200
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