Taberna del Alabardero
8 people recommendvia r/washingtondc8 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Taberna del Alabardero draws Spanish-food recommendations and praise for a quiet setting. One diner describes white-tablecloth service, and another finds the room elegant and quiet. A commenter says their parents adore the cooking, while a different source particularly likes the variety of dishes. One visitor recalls a private group meal costing less than competing quotes; check current arrangements directly.
Address
La Taberna del Alabardero, 1776 I St NW Restaurant Ground level Entrance on 18th, between H and I, Washington, DC 20006
At a glance
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/FunNegotiation3 in r/washingtondc · Nov 2024ambience
Calls it a very good, quiet Spanish spot with white tablecloth service.
- Recommendsu/OllieOllieOxenfry in r/washingtondc · Nov 2024taste
Says parents adore it, food quality amazing and authentic.
- Recommendsu/Moana06 in r/washingtondc · Jun 2026
Suggested as an alternative recommendation.
- Recommendsu/As_I_Lay_Frying in r/washingtondc · Dec 2025
Lists it as a suggestion for a nice lunch.
- Recommendsu/marjoramandmint in r/washingtondc · Mar 2025price
Recalls a private group meal costing less than competing quotes.
- Recommendsu/emmsisonline in r/washingtondc · Jul 2024variety
Quite good Spanish food with a good variety of high-quality dishes.
- Recommendsu/cleversobriquet in r/washingtondc · Aug 2026ambience
Elegant and quiet Spanish restaurant.
- Recommendsu/Kitchen_Marketing397 in r/washingtondc · Jul 2024
Agrees with the recommendation.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.