Award-winning

China Chilcano

Name: China Chilcano
Address: 418 7th St. NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20004
Telephone: (202) 783-0941
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (3867)

$30 and under

Peruvian

418 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people

Jul 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

About this restaurant

Innovative
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

China Chilcano celebrates the rich culinary diversity of Peru and brings an exciting exploration of this multicultural cuisine to our Nation's Capital. The restaurant honors Peru's deeply rooted and diverse heritage, including its native Criollo, Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisines; its name an homage to Peru's renowned fish stew and its popular national drink, the Chilcano. China Chilcano ranks consistently as a top DC dining destination, and was awarded a bib gourmand in the 2017-2020 Michelin guides to Washington, DC.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Peruvian, Chinese, Japanese
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 783-0941
Website
https://www.chinachilcano.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chris Wroblewski
Private party facilities
At China Chilcano, our Events Team works closely with our Head Chef Chris Wroblewski and expert beverage team to create memorable, delicious experiences. Whether you’re booking a birthday dinner for 10 or a cocktail reception for 200, we’re excited to create a unique event together!
Private party contact
Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910

Location
418 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Cross street
E Street and D Street NW
Parking details
There are numerous public lots in the vicinity, as well as metered street parking at some hours.
Public transit
Gallery Place Chinatown or Archives/Navy Memorial
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 3,867 people are saying

China Chilcano reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

China Chilcano offers a vibrant fusion of Peruvian, Chinese, and Japanese cuisines, delivering "excellent food and service" with unique, flavorful combinations. Standouts include "dancing yucas" and "pisco sours." The diverse menu and attentive staff create a memorable dining experience, perfect for both casual and special occasions.

3,867 Reviews

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Malini
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was fantastic. Tried two different ceviche’s and both were super flavorful and refreshing.
China ChilcanoResponded 1 day ago
Malini, we're delighted you savored the vibrant flavors of our ceviches! The Peruvian ingredients bring such energetic zest to each dish. We hope you'll join us again soon at China Chilcano!
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Amy VIP
Philadelphia County57 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good. Not great. However we can’t really say anything bad about it. They had great options and the food was a nice mixture of cultures. We would recommend eating here if you are looking for something different.
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Nancy
Washington, D.C. Area13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both ordered from the special seviche menu. Both meals were delicious. I had a problem about my credit card and the waitress was very patient and understanding. Low noise level. Attentive service.
China ChilcanoResponded on July 1, 2025
Nancy, thank you for dining with us at China Chilcano! We're delighted you savored the creative soulful Peruvian flavors and appreciated our attentive service. Your kind words motivate our team's dedication to delicious, vibrant dining experiences!
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Jaclyn
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honestly no complaints. Great meal, excellent service.
China ChilcanoResponded on July 1, 2025
Jaclyn, how wonderful to read your positive review! We're thrilled our service and cuisine delighted you at China Chilcano. The spirited flavors and welcoming vibe aim to immerse our guests in our distinctive Peruvian experience. We eagerly await your next visit!
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Veronica
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore27 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food always on point! We shared a lot of tapas, and while everything was good, the dancing yucas were the best!
China ChilcanoResponded on July 1, 2025
Veronica, thank you for visiting China Chilcano! We're delighted you enjoyed the vibrant flavors and dynamic service of José Andrés' modern Peruvian vision. The dancing yuccas are a true favroite—we're thrilled they left such a joyful impression!
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Stefan
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Unique dishes and beautifully executed fusion.
China ChilcanoResponded on July 1, 2025
Stefan, thank you for visiting China Chilcano and experiencing our signature Peruvian flavors! We pride ourselves on imaginative multicultural cuisine from the mind of José Andrés. Your appreciation fuels our passion for daring and delicious innovations.
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Mary VIP
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The brussels sprouts dish was way too salty and I am a salt lover.
China ChilcanoResponded on July 1, 2025
Mary, thank you for your 5 star review of China Chilcano! We're grateful for your honest feedback, as it helps us refine our bold, multicultural flavors. While our dishes aim to dazzle the palate, we regret if any aspect missed the mark during your visit. We'd be honored to learn more about your experience and turn this around on your next dining journey with us!
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greg
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good spot if you are looking for a unique food experience .. the Peruvian and Chinese top hits are on the menu but it fun is in the fusion dishes The fried yuca will be gone before it hits the table so order two its that good.
China ChilcanoResponded on July 1, 2025
Thanks Greg! We're delighted you enjoyed the unique experience we offer at China Chilcano, where Peruvian cuisine comes alive through the mind of Jose Andres! We look forward to having you back soon to continue exploring our vibrant menu!
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Gabriel
Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Phenomenal Peruvian food with creative twists. We enjoyed the tasting menu, and left feeling overstuffed. Great pisco sours, too. The staff was very kind and easy to work with.
China ChilcanoResponded on July 1, 2025
Gabriel, we're delighted you savored the vibrant flavors and creative twists on our menu at China Chilcano! We take pride in offering an authentic dining experience celebrating Peru's diverse cuisine. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Penelope
Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Did not look very the food. Interesting combinations but not really appealing to my tastes.
China ChilcanoResponded 4 days ago
Penelope, thank you for visiting China Chilcano and sharing your honest perspective on the menu's bold flavors! We hope you'll allow us another opportunity to win you over with José Andrés' vibrant interpretations of Peruvian-Chinese cuisine.
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FAQs

China Chilcano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 783-0941.

China Chilcano is rated 4.7 stars by 3867 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

418 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Cross street
E Street and D Street NW
Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Peruvian, Chinese, Japanese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There are numerous public lots in the vicinity, as well as metered street parking at some hours.
Public transit
Gallery Place Chinatown or Archives/Navy Memorial
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Wroblewski
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.chinachilcano.com/
Phone number
(202) 783-0941
Private party facilities
At China Chilcano, our Events Team works closely with our Head Chef Chris Wroblewski and expert beverage team to create memorable, delicious experiences. Whether you’re booking a birthday dinner for 10 or a cocktail reception for 200, we’re excited to create a unique event together!
Private party contact
Coleen Bendig: (202) 638-1910

China Chilcano

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About this restaurant

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What 3,867 people are saying

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Review summary

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