Taberna del Alabardero
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Category: Spanish, Live Music Venues, Happy Hour Spots
Neighborhood: Downtown
Price: $$$
Address: 1776 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006
✨ Vibe
A sophisticated and regal slice of Madrid in the heart of DC, featuring elegant red silk wallpaper and a classic, old-school atmosphere that transports guests straight to Spain.
🍸 Best For
Special occasions, corporate dinners, live flamenco performances, authentic Spanish tapas, and high-end happy hours.
🔥 Highlights
- World-Class Entertainment: Vibrant live flamenco performances on Friday and Saturday nights (8–10 p.m.) bring the passion of Spanish culture directly to your table, often featuring interactive moments for celebratory guests.
- Award-Winning Legacy: As a 2019 Honorary RAMMY Award winner and recognized as one of the "9 Classic Old-School Restaurants That Define DC," this historic establishment has been a premier destination for diplomats and connoisseurs since 1989.
- Authentic Spanish Gastronomy: The kitchen excels at traditional staples, from the signature "igloo" salt-cooked bream and luscious paellas to their famous mushroom croquettes and extensive list of world-renowned Spanish wines.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Take advantage of complimentary parking at the adjacent Penn Parking garage after 4:00 p.m. on weekdays and all day on weekends.
- Reservations are highly recommended for the weekend flamenco shows, and the daily Happy Hour runs from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Recent Reviews from Google
Everything was wonderful! We started with gazpacho appetizer -- beautiful presentation and excellent proportion (see photo). The bream and snapper dishes were really good. The bream was cooked in an...
I tried it as a solo dinner experience during summer restaurant week in DC. The ambiance and design were lovely. There was even live music. The food was generally good. I ordered the Croquetas de...
Fantastic Tuna salad, just like I grew up enjoying it! Mushroom croquettes were delicious, so we ordered twice. Paired w wonderful Garnasha for a great happy hour. Place is nostalgic!
Excellent spot for celebrating a special occasion! 5/5 in every single category. If you love a live performance with great service and food, you cannot miss Alabardero. We went to celebrate my...
I highly recommend this classy restaurant. The food, ambiance and service is excellent!! We got great service from Elmer, and Maria. They were very attentive, excellent service. Kudos to them! The...