Private Events

Private Events at Taberna del Alabardero: panoramic view of the Aranjuez private dining room

Taberna del Alabardero offers three elegant private dining spaces, a bar, the main dining room and our patio, all well suited for a broad array of events. A selection of special banquet and cocktail menus are available for parties of 10 or more. To reserve a private dining room, please:
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Call us at 202-429-2200
Or email us at taberna.dc@alabardero.com

Our spaces

Private

Amalur: Seated: 10
Aranjuez: Seated: 24 Standing: 30
La Granja: Seated: 48 Standing: 60

Buyout

Full: Seated: 86 to 162
Standing: 100 to 200
Partial: Seated: 51 to 85
Standing: 70 to 90

Semiprivate

Río Frío Uno: Seated: 30 Standing: 40
Río Frío Dos: Seated: 30 Standing: 40
El Patio: Seated: 30 Standing: 60

Non Private

Bar:
Seated: 15 Standing: 20

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You can find detailed information about the different spaces below. If you have any questions, please let us know and we will be happy to assist you.

Private spaces

Amalur

Cozy and unforgettable, Amalur greets each guest with a warm introduction to private dining in a quaint and quiet library space perfect for business meetings or intimate gatherings. This peaceful dining space offers our guests not only the utmost privacy, but also priceless indulgence in our traditional Spanish cuisine.

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  • Amalur
  • Amalur private room: oval table set for a seated dinner of up to 10 guests

Seated Capacity: 10
Standing Capacity : –

Aranjuez

Classic and enchanting, Aranjuez will make you feel part of the Royal family. From the 20th Century fireplace to the magnificent replica oil painting of Antonio Pérez liberado por el Pueblo aragonés en 1591, this regal private dining area presents a seated or cocktail experience that is sure to be unparalleled.

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  • Aranjuez private room: long table set for a seated dinner of up to 24 guests
  • Private events

Seated Capacity: 24
Standing Capacity : 30

La Granja

Charming and majestic, La Granja lends itself to opulent chandeliers, views of our expansive wine cellar, a brilliant mural of the Spanish Royal Palace, and Chef’s Kitchen.
Along with its magnificent features, this lovely private dining room offers accommodations for a variety of events including seated lunches and dinners, cocktail receptions, meetings, presentations, and more.

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  • La Granja private room: panoramic view with long tables set for up to 48 seated guests
  • La granja

Seated Capacity: 48
Standing Capacity : 60

Semiprivate spaces

El Patio

There is nothing more Spanish than enjoying a meal outside!

Our Patio is also available for private dining, weather permitting! and is the perfect spot to host a warm welcome or a relaxed dinner!

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  • Mesa en patio 1 mesa
  • 3 mesas en patio
  • Cocktail party at patio
  • Covert patio
  • Two table on patio
  • Close up flower on table on patio
  • Close up plates at table at patio

Seated Capacity: 30
Standing Capacity : 60

Río Frío Uno

One of the three sections of our Main Dining Room, Río Frío is located by the windows and is slightly elevated above the central dining area.

Although the space is open, it offers a more private atmosphere, as no tables are directly adjacent to it. If you are looking for a quieter setting but not fully private, Rio Frío Uno is an excellent choice.

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  • Rio Frio Uno semiprivate space: tables set by the windows
  • Rio Frio Uno semiprivate space: long table set for a group dinner
  • Rio Frio Uno semiprivate space: table set for a group
  • Rio Frio Uno semiprivate space: long table set for 20 guests
  • Rio Frio Uno semiprivate space: long tables set for a wine dinner

Seated Capacity: 30
Standing Capacity : 40

Río Frío Dos

Another of the three sections of our Main Dining Room, Río Frío is located far from the windows and is slightly elevated above the central dining area.

Although the space is open, it offers a more private atmosphere, as no tables are directly adjacent to it. If you are looking for a quieter setting but not fully private, Rio Frío Dos is an excellent choice.

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  • Rio Frio Dos semiprivate space: long table set seen from the entrance
  • Rio Frio Dos semiprivate space: long table set for dinner
  • Rio Frio Dos semiprivate space: long table set for a group event
  • Rio Frio Dos semiprivate space: place settings on a long table

Seated Capacity: 30
Standing Capacity : 40

Buyout

Full Buyout

Reserve the entire restaurant and enjoy exclusive access to all of our spaces. A full buyout gives you the flexibility to create dedicated areas for dining, food stations, dancing, kids’ spaces, meetings, or any other event needs.

Perfect for large celebrations, corporate events, and weddings, it allows you to customize the venue and create a seamless experience for your guests.

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  • Full Buyout: main dining room arranged for a cocktail party
  • Full Buyout: main dining room arranged for a cocktail reception

Seated Capacity: 86 to 162
Standing Capacity : 100 to 200

Partial Buyout

Reserve multiple areas of the restaurant and enjoy exclusive access to selected spaces. A partial buyout gives you additional room for your guests and the flexibility to create different setups for dining, receptions, presentations, or other event activities.

Perfect for larger celebrations, corporate events, and weddings, it allows you to customize the experience while maintaining a comfortable flow for your guests.

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  • Partial Buyout: dining room with a long table set for a group event
  • Partial Buyout: dining room decorated with a Christmas tree and tables set for a holiday event

Seated Capacity: 51 to 85
Standing Capacity : 70 to 90

Non private

Bar

Our stunning gold-accented bar and collection of photographs celebrating renowned Spanish figures create a vibrant and distinctive atmosphere.

Ideal for cocktail receptions, networking events, happy hours, and casual gatherings that don’t require a fully private or formal space.

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  • Bar at Taberna del Alabardero: bar area with tables and framed photos on the wall
  • Bar at Taberna del Alabardero: illuminated bar seen from above
  • Bar at Taberna del Alabardero: bar and dining room with red curtains

Seated Capacity: 15
Standing Capacity : 20

Our Reviews

  • Excellent service and food in a very special setting! Antonio and team made everything feel special and anticipated our every need.
    Guillermo
  • The restaurant was very accommodating in helping us plan a rehearsal dinner. The food was outstanding, and the staff were very responsive to everything we needed. They made this special celebration a very enjoyable event. Thank you!
    Nyla
  • Excellent food, service and ambiance.
    Angelica
  • Fantastic venue, service, and food.
    Emily
  • Rosemarie was easy to work with in setting up a large party event. Food and service was fantastic. Great environment. All of our guests enjoyed it.
    David
  • Excellent food and service, perfect for a business dinner (in our case).
    Sara