Frequently asked questions
Find quick answers below regarding reservations, parking, dining policies, menu options, and live entertainment. For any other questions, please call us directly at 202-429-2200.
Reservations & Dining Policies
Parties of 6 or more require a credit card to reserve. A fee of $30 per person applies for no-shows or cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance.
Reservations are not accepted for Happy Hour.
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Yes. Regular reservations for up to 10 guests have a 2-hour time limit to allow for table rotation.
Business Casual for main dining, with a more relaxed dress code on the patio.
Yes. A 20% service charge is added to all bills (15% is shared among our service team and 5% supports operational costs). Tax is not included, and additional tipping is optional.
Yes. We can split the bill evenly across up to 4 credit cards per table.
We accept cash, Apple Pay, and all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover).
We do not offer discount coupons. However, we feature special pricing during our Happy Hour (Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM) as well as seasonal promotional menus throughout the year.
You can also subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of our website to receive news on upcoming special offers and events.
Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM in designated areas of the restaurant.
Standard Seating: First-come, first-served (no regular reservations accepted).
Large Groups: Reservations are available for large groups with a custom, personalized menu.
Location & Getting Here
Our main entrance is located on 18th Street between I and H Streets, easily identifiable by a large awning that reads “Taberna del Alabardero.”
Yes. We offer up to 3 hours of complimentary self-parking across the street at 818 18th Street during the following hours:
Monday – Friday: After 4:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: All day
Please remember to validate your parking ticket at the host stand before leaving.
Additionally, metered street parking is available on the surrounding streets which is free Saturdays and Sundays.
We are easily accessible via two nearby Metro stations:
Farragut West (Orange, Blue, and Silver lines): Located just 200 feet away (use the 18th Street exit).
Farragut North (Red line): Located 0.3 miles away.
Yes. We provide ramps to navigate the two steps in the main dining area, and an accessible restroom is available downstairs for guests who cannot use the stairs.
Yes, families are always welcome. Highchairs are available upon request, and our kitchen can prepare kid-friendly options.
Food & Drinks
Our paellas are made fresh to order and typically take 25 to 45 minutes to prepare. We recommend ordering tapas or appetizers to enjoy while you wait.
Yes. We offer a variety of vegetarian options, and many of our dishes can be modified to be vegan or gluten-free. Please inform your server of any allergies or dietary restrictions so we can accommodate you.
Yes. You may bring up to two 750 ml bottles per table, subject to a $50 corkage fee per bottle.
Yes. You are welcome to bring your own cake or dessert, subject to a cake-cutting fee of $3 per person.
Entertainment
Complimentary live Flamenco performances run every Friday and Saturday night from 7:30 PM – 8:15 PM and 9:00 PM – 9:45 PM. Note: Full stage visibility from every table is not guaranteed.
No. We do not show regular live TV, except for select major events which are announced in advance.
Private Events & Guest Services
Yes. We offer private dining spaces and customized menus for private parties, corporate events, and special celebrations. Please contact our events team for details at 202-429-2200. More info here.
Yes, small table decorations and balloons are welcome for celebrations. However, glitter, confetti, items that attach to walls, and explicit or provocative content are not permitted.
Yes. Patio seating is available if weather permitting.
Service animals are welcome throughout the restaurant. Well-behaved pets are permitted in our outdoor patio seating area.
Yes. You can place takeout orders directly on our Toast order online link or order delivery through our delivery partners. More info here.
Yes. Physical and digital gift cards are available for purchase at the restaurant or directly on our website. (Check the upper menu for the link)
Yes, complimentary coat check is available for all dine-in guests.
Yes. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests; please ask your server for the password upon arrival.
Please call us at 202-429-2200 or email taberna.dc@alabardero.com with a description of the item, the date, and the approximate time of your visit.
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