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Taberna del Alabardero, Washington, DC

Taberna del Alabardero

4.8 (3993)
$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 PM
Booked 19 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

  • Grand Fiesta Paella Fest

    $55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 10, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    Join our Grand Fiesta for an evening of authentic tapas 🍢, delicious paellas 🥘, refreshing sangria 🍷, and captivating live flamenco! 💃🎶 ¡Únete a nuestra Gran Fiesta con auténticas tapas 🍢, deliciosas paellas 🥘, refrescante sangría 🍷 y cautivadoras actuaciones de flamenco en vivo! 💃🎶
    Grand Fiesta Paella Fest Photo
  • Paella Cooking Class

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 26, 2025 only
    12:00 PM
    Master the Art of Paella: Cooking Class & Dining Experience 🥘✨ Join us for a unique Paella Cooking Class at Taberna del Alabardero on Saturday, July 26th, at 12 PM. For $125*, you'll cook, taste, and enjoy! Your experience includes a special appetizer, a hands-on main course paella creation 🔥, and a delightful dessert 🍰. Don't miss this opportunity to savor and learn! *Tax and gratuity are not included
    Paella Cooking Class Photo
  • Brunch Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Come enjoy our brunch with special prices on sangrias, mimosas, beer, Bloody Marys, and mojitos!
    Brunch  Specials Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Live flamenco music! at 8 PM

    Multiple dates available
    Sat - 2:30 PM - 10:45 PM
    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 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 7:45 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 9:45 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM,Sat - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 10:45 PM
    "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 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 7:45 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 9:45 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM,Sat - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 10:45 PM
    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

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What 3,993 people are saying

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

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 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 DC, celebrated for its "impeccable service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "fantastic wine selection" and "superb flamenco performances." The "beautiful setting" and "elegant ambiance" make it ideal for special occasions. Highly recommended!
3,993 Reviews
  1. Katharine

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the best meal we’ve had in DC. The flamenco show was absolutely wonderful! The food was delicious. I recommend the croquetas and the lamb, and for dessert the pastry dish with the custard cream. So good! The staff was friendly and the restaurant is beautiful inside and out. We will definitely return and bring friends.

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  2. Melanie

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious! The service was spectacular! We will be back. Very nice evening. And the flamenco dancer was lovely.

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  3. Lorri

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an absolute delight. The wine was fantastic, the paella was fantastic and the desserts were more than fantastic 😻. Even my teenage granddaughter who is a picky eater loved everything!

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  4. Alan VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first visit to Tabernacle del Alabardero and I was incredibly pleased. I cannot wait for an opportunity to return!

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  5. Susan

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tapas serves were larger than expected - all delicious though

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  6. Richard VIP

    Orange County66 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great find in DC. The service was exceptional and our waiter provided us with a superb Spanish wine recommendation. The dinner entrees were perfectly cooked and make sure to try the fried eggplant with honey as an appetizer. We will be back.

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  7. Courtney

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable and the food was absolutely delicious. Not overly seasoned or salty. However the Paella did not have traditional Paella rice, which I was looking forward to but its was delicious non the less. I would definitely return.

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  8. Chris VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner at Taberna always makes for a wonderful evening. The staff is excellent and attentive, no matter how busy it is. Carmen, Alvaro and all the other service professionals make us feel special. The food is delicious, and so are the drinks: wines, cocktails, and the sherry selections. Thank you for making it all so memorable.

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  9. Anne VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting with authentic Spanish touches. The staff is impressive and highly professional. Food is creative and delicious with beautiful plating and garnishes. Cocktails delightful.

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  10. Kris VIP

    Houston54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    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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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 3993 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 PM
Booked 19 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
  • Neighborhood
    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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