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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 (3874)

$30 and under

Peruvian

418 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 67 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

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What 3,874 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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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 an exciting fusion of Peruvian, Chinese, and Japanese cuisines, delivering "unique and flavorful combinations" that delight the palate. The "impeccable service" and "creative menu" make it a top choice for both locals and visitors. Perfect for pre-theater meals, the restaurant consistently impresses with its "amazing food" and "fantastic dining experience."

3,874 Reviews

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Cheryl VIP
St. Louis41 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal food, great service and ambiance. Highly recommend!
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Madelaidy
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
China Chilcano a 5 stars experience in DC China Chilcano offers a unique culinary experience with excellent service, an inviting atmosphere, and an unbeatable value for money. A must visit in DC. Definitely 5 stars.
China ChilcanoResponded 4 days ago
Madelaidy, thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased you enjoyed the lively atmosphere and flavors at China Chilcano. José Andrés and our team strive to provide an authentic, vibrant experience.
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Natalie
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Good food. Please bring back the lab grown chicken!!!
China ChilcanoResponded 4 days ago
Natalie, we're delighted you enjoyed the vibrant flavors of China Chilcano! Our chefs constantly innovate, so check back often for new mouthwatering dishes celebrating the rich cultural fusion we're so proud to share.
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Chris VIP
Washington, D.C. Area26 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic menu, solid vegetarian/non-vegetarian options, top-notch, attentive server! All-around a great first visit, and I've already told 4 people about it today - we'll be back soon!
China ChilcanoResponded 4 days ago
Chris, we're delighted you soaked up the vibrant flavors and energetic spirit at China Chilcano! Our team strives to deliver an authentic, dynamic experience. Thank you for sharing your experience with your friends and we look forward to your next visit!
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Susan
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and impeccable service. Really top notch.
China ChilcanoResponded 4 days ago
Susan, thank you for your wonderful review! Our team is delighted you enjoyed the flavors and hospitality at China Chilcano. We aim to honor the rich cultures in every vibrant dish and welcoming interaction. Please join us again soon!
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Eric
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fun, knowledgeable, and talented bar staff, nice happy hour offerings. Had the chilcano 4-course and loved everything. New fave in Penn Quarter.
China ChilcanoResponded 4 days ago
Eric, your enthusiasm for our talented bar team and seasonal happy hour lineup warms our hearts! We're thrilled China Chilcano has become a new Penn Quarter favorite. Our quest is to serve vibrant flavors infused with the colorful spirit of Peru!
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Mariana
Unspecified4 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and nice atmosphere. Worth the visit!
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Malini
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
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 on July 8, 2025
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 County58 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 4, 2025
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.
China ChilcanoResponded 4 days ago
Amy, thank you for visiting China Chilcano! We take pride in our vibrant, multicultural spirit; we hope to provide an exciting experience on your next visit.
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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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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 3874 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 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 67 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

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