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El Taller del Xiquet, Washington, DC

El Taller del Xiquet

4.5
4.5
27 Reviews
$50 and over
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
El Taller del Xiquet, or “Xiquet’s workshop,” celebrates Spanish flavors with a dedication to quality. Chef Danny crafts imaginative dishes from the finest ingredients, showcasing the vibrant cuisine of his roots. Our menu offers a seasonal selection of à la carte items and shareable plates, inviting you to explore the richness of both land and sea.

Inspired by the traditions of coastal Spain, each dish reflects a respect for local agriculture and sustainable practices. This commitment is seen in premium proteins and seasonal produce from the Valencian region, highlighting the essence of Spanish gastronomy. Delicate octopus, sweet scallops, and succulent prawns are prepared with artistry and passion, while dishes like sustainable sea bass gravlax, signature paellas, and generous fideuàs are served tableside. El Taller del Xiquet offers a culinary journey into Spain’s traditions, honoring the ingredients and techniques that have graced tables for generations.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Mediterranean, Contemporary European
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    (202) 913-4671
  • Website
    http://www.eltallerdelxiquet.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Danny Lledó
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it’s a milestone anniversary, a retreat with colleagues, a graduation, or a retirement celebration, El Taller del Xiquet provides a memorable backdrop for your private dining occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (202) 913-4671

Experiences

  • El Taller del Xiquet

    Multiple dates available
    À la Carte Experience Experience a culinary journey crafted by award-winning Chef Danny Lledó, where you select from a menu inspired by Valencian traditions and enriched with global delicacies. We try to accommodate dietary restrictions. For restrictions, please contact us before reserving. In order to ensure that everyone of our team earns a competitive wage, a 20% service fee will be added to the final bill. This fee is not a tip. Tips are not necessary, but appreciated.
    El Taller del Xiquet photo

  • Spring Wine Fling

    20 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025
    Spring Wine Fling at El Taller del Xiquet 🌸🍷 Experience a culinary journey crafted by award-winning Chef Danny Lledó, where you select from a menu inspired by Valencian traditions and enriched with global delicacies. From March 20 to March 29, indulge in a two-course dinner with two glasses of wine for $55 per person (excluding tax and gratuity). Each dish is thoughtfully paired with wines to enhance your dining experience, making this the perfect way to embrace the arrival of spring. Whether you're a wine lover or simply looking for a delightful night out, join us for this exclusive promotion. We do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions. Please contact us before reserving to ensure we can provide a suitable experience for you. 📅 March 20 – March 31, 2025 🍽 Two Courses + Two Glasses of Wine – $55 per person In order to ensure that every member of our team earns a competitive wage, a 20% service fee will be added to the final bill. This is not a tip, but it is greatly appreciated. Reserve your table today and treat yourself to a wine-inspired culinary experience! 🍷✨
    Spring Wine Fling photo

  • Easter

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Celebrate Easter at El Taller del Xiquet. The indulgent Special menu by international award-winning Chef Danny Lledó. Easter Menu - $85 per person Available Wine Pairing - $65 per person We try to accommodate dietary restrictions. For restrictions, please contact us before reserving. Price does not incl. service charge & tax. In order to ensure that everyone of our team earns a competitive wage, a 20% service fee will be added to the final bill. This fee is not a tip. Tips are not necessary, but appreciated.
    Easter photo

Menu

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What 27 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Great for fine wines

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Romantic

  • District of Columbia

    Great for fine wines

  • District of Columbia

    Romantic

  • District of Columbia

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Taller del Xiquet offers an "amazing experience" with "exquisite" Mediterranean dishes and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the ever-changing menu, featuring standout items like the Fideuá Seafood Paella. Although some reviews mention logistical hiccups, the restaurant's "Michelin level quality" and Chef Danny's personal touch make it a must-visit.
27 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The portions were pretty small for the price - we each just received one piece of the 4 cheeses. We were also not brought our wine until after the appetizer. It felt like we were sitting in a basement and the lighting was super bright

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  2. Norma

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience is amazing since the first step! Gustavo is a great host and the chef Dani is an amazing person with a delicious menu! An authentic Mediterranean style.

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  3. Anthony VIP

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is exquisite with great attention to detail at every step of the experience. HIGHLY recommend!

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  4. Jason VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The excitement of El Taller is the ever changing menu. Although some may like the same dish over and over, being able to see what chef is thinking to cook upstairs or try things that chef loved so much he brought then downstairs. It is more exciting than seasonal menu changes as this menu reflects the art of cooking.

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  5. Alexander VIP

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exciting evening at El Taller. I really enjoy the a la carte options. I really enjoyed the Fideua Seafood Paella, and they even have cheese cart service! I can't wait to come back.

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  6. Guy

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fun neighborhood find. Paella from the pan is always a treat! Ingredients were top astounding and seeing the ham leg shaved was a ton of fun.

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  7. Tina

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful time! The food was amazing as well as the service.

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  8. Richard

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a great time at El Taller del Xiquet, great food, great wines and even better service. We had a few appetizers and one of the most beautiful paella we ever had. We finished with a spectacular cheese plate (mostly from Spain). We will come back to keep thinking we are in Spain....

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, great service, just very overpriced given the quality and the portion sizes.

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  10. Ángel

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent, but service quite bad, making for a disappointing experience. We arrived on time for our reservation, but waited 33 mins to be seated. The team didn’t seem to do anything about it or acknowledge our wait until I asked, 27 mins in… We were then seated, and food was good, salpicon and paella de Lalbufera were excellent. However, when we were going to order dessert, we were rushed out and told they wanted to move us upstairs to give us the “whole experience”. The impression we got was they needed the table downstairs free. They have a space upstairs where they serve drinks and bring you the check. The waitress was however confused that we hadn’t had dessert and wanted to order it, but, after going to ask, came back and took our order. We then had dessert - which was really good- but the coffees we had ordered never arrived and the check was brought. Overall good food, but they really do not have their logistics down yet, and the lack of acknowledgment of issue after issue made it frustrating.

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FAQs

El Taller del Xiquet is rated 4.5 stars by 27 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Taller del Xiquet

2404 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007-1845

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Baseball Field
  • Area
    Georgetown
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:30–20:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Mediterranean, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Danny Lledó
  • Additional
    Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.eltallerdelxiquet.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 913-4671
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it’s a milestone anniversary, a retreat with colleagues, a graduation, or a retirement celebration, El Taller del Xiquet provides a memorable backdrop for your private dining occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (202) 913-4671
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