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Xiquet by Danny Lledó

$50 and over

Spanish

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions
Fancy

Xiquet (chee-KETT) by Chef Danny Lledó features a sought-after tasting menu showcasing the finest products from around the world served with warm, Mediterranean hospitality. Known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC for its modern Spanish cuisine, Xiquet has held a MICHELIN Star since 2021 and earned MICHELIN’s Sommelier of the Year Award in 2022. In the same year, AAA honored Xiquet with the travel authority’s highest rating, making it the only Five Diamond restaurant currently in the city. Recently, in 2023, the DC Restaurant Association awarded Xiquet with the RAMMY of Best Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year.

Please note that we do accept reservations for parties including 5 or more guests, however please contact us through email at info@xiquetdl.com and one of our sales managers will be in contact with you promptly to set your reservation up.

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Executive chef: Chef Danny Lledó

MICHELIN 1 Star
2023
MICHELIN 1 Star
2022
MICHELIN 1 Star
2021

From the OpenTable editors: Elegant bites, like a black olive tart with grilled squid, are just the beginning of the Spanish delights at Xiquet. Jaleo veteran and Valencian-born chef Danny Lledó serves up showstopping paellas and other seafood-forward fare in an intimate, MICHELIN-Starred tasting experience. Finish the evening with a glass of vintage port in the romantic cocktail lounge.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Spanish, Contemporary European, Modern European
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 913-4671
Website
http://www.xiquetdl.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Whether it’s a milestone anniversary, a retreat with colleagues, a graduation, or a retirement celebration, The Cellar at Xiquet provides a memorable backdrop for your private dining occasion. Combining MICHELIN Star cuisine with warm, Mediterranean hospitality in an intimate setting, Xiquet offers an unforgettable experience for your 8-20 guests.

Location
2404 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007-1845
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
Neighborhood
Georgetown
Cross street
Baseball Field
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

Xiquet's Chef Tasting Menu
Multiple dates available
$195pp (Tue-Fri) $250pp (Sat) Chef's Tasting Menu Indulge in an award-winning experience that begins with welcome bites at the Chef's Kitchen Counter before an unforgettable tasting menu that includes world delicacies, and finishing with sweets in our mezzanine lounge. We try to accommodate dietary restrictions. For restrictions, please contact us before reserving. Available Wine Pairings $195. Price does not incl. service charge & tax. In order to ensure our team earns a competitive wage, a 20% service fee will be added to the final bill. This fee is not a tip. Cancellations within 72 hours will be charged the full menu cost.
New Years Eve Celebration x Xiquet
Dec 31, 2024 only
Celebrate New Year's with Xiquet's modern Spanish culinary journey featuring over 18 expertly crafted compositions using top global ingredients. Enjoy handpicked wine pairings by Chef Danny. For wine by the bottle, contact us directly. 1st Seating: $550pp + tax & service charge (5:30pm & 6pm. Includes Wine Pairings). 2nd Seating: $650pp + tax & service charge (8:30pm & 9pm. Includes Wine Pairings, a Champagne toast at midnight with Tradition Spanish Grapes of Good Luck).
Valentine's Celebration at Xiquet
Feb 14, 2025 only
Celebrate your Valentine with a romantic evening at Xiquet. Enjoy our indulgent tasting menu created by international award-winning Chef Danny Lledó. (Special menus for vegetarian and pescatarian diets are available upon request. Please note we are unable to accommodate dairy, nut, and corn allergies. For other restrictions please contact us before making the reservation.) Valentine's Tasting Menu - $550 per person (Inclusive of Wine Pairing.)

What 45 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

4.5Food
4.5Service
4Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for fine wines
District of Columbia
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Xiquet by Danny Lledó offers a "phenomenal" dining experience, with "exquisite" food and "world-class" wine pairings. Guests rave about the chef's attention to detail and the thoughtful service, creating a memorable atmosphere. While some found the portions small and service inconsistent, many affirm it as a top dining destination.

45 Reviews

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Rebecca
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This last meal was quite possibly the best I have experienced at Xiquet yet. Our table loved the perfectly cooked partridge and amazing sauce on the sea bass. The festive decorations, kind staff and Spanish kings cake for dessert made for a cozy holiday evening. We are already looking forward to more celebrations at Xiquet next year.
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Michael
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The tasting menu is incredible from beginning to end. Perfectly prepared and great flavor in every dish. The paella and partridge were my favorite. My wife loved the sea bass and the desserts. It can’t be beat!
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Jagmeet
VIP
Washington DC
27 reviews
3.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Firs time at Xiquet and glad to special event with El Chato from Bogota. Being a DC Michelin star, I was expecting more overall. I was expecting better flavors and taste. The beef wellington and carrot cake were amazing, but everything else was okay. Some things like the fish I wish was seasoned more. Some of the palate cleansers were way too sour. No harmony or flow to the dishes. I was expecting a better experience, like a chef's table, maybe? Instead of food being made in the kitchen and brought to our table, I wish we could have experienced it being prepped. I did like that Chef Danny was there, and he presented one of the courses himself. I also liked that we started the evening with a small shot and snack at the entrance, then seated for the meal, and lastly moved for the dessert into the lounge. The restaurant was dated, except the lounge and bathroom which were updated and modern. The dining area could use an update in terms of furniture. Additionally, from an accessibility side, there is no elevator or ramp. The restaurant is in a 3 story building, with a coat check downstairs, a lounge in the middle, and a dining room at the top. I even asked someone what they would do if someone was not able to walk up the stairs? He joked he would carry them on his back. Lastly, we were bothered by the a/c. It was 30 F outside, why was the a/c on? A final note that bothered me, which I also noticed on the website. There is a 20% service charge, which is fine, I don't care for a service charge. But, the staff and the website both said: "Service Fee and Tip In order to ensure that our team earns a competitive wage, a 20% service fee will be added to the final bill. This fee is not a tip." ....the food is not cheap here. Our bill for 3 came close to $1200. How is that not ensuring the team is getting a competitive wage?
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Nolan
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolute pleasure to dine here. The attention to detail, the note cards (you’ll have to see what this means) and the staff is wonderful. The food was fantastic enough, but our server really completed the evening. Michael was a total delight and we would come back just to dine with him again!
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Sutan
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the Iberico, it an absolute gem and rare treat The wine pairings were thoughtful and world class paired, I can absolutely see why they have the sommelier award from Michelin. Mezzanine service at the end was a pleasant surprise, good place to do business or have a romantic evening. Plenty of after dinner options for port and madeira. Thank you again for the hospitality Chef and team.
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Logan
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was phenomenal, my wife and I had to stay in town for thanksgiving and needed a pick me up the day before. This did not disappoint, reminded me of eating my Spanish grandmothers food. Paella was phenomenal, I am so glad we opted for the Premium Prawn Rice, it was very umami and so authentic. It was an absolutely beautiful experience, the food was delicious and beautiful, very thoughtful portions, we left full but not overly stuffed. The staff was polite, professional and funny. We will absolutely return and strongly recommend.
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Wade
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my third time to Xiquet, but far from my last. The food was exquisite and perfectly paired with the wines. Service was thoughtful and timely, without rush or unnecessary delays. Simply outstanding.
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Alexander
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An outstanding experience at Xiquet. The combination of flavors and presentation was incredible, not to mention the warm hospitality all the way around. Chef Danny and his team gave us a night to remember!
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James
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic dinner for our Anniversary. While pricey, it was a truly memorable meal. Thank you!
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Anne
VIP
Washington DC
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Service at the restaurant fell very short of expectations. Surprising as communication in advance was impressive. They made every effort to understand food allergies and respect food preferences. Suggest you bring your own wine and pay the corkage fee. The wine options are stunningly expensive.
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FAQs

Xiquet by Danny Lledó is rated 4.5 stars by 45 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

2404 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007-1845

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2021
Cross street
Baseball Field
Neighborhood
Georgetown
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Spanish, Contemporary European, Modern European
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.xiquetdl.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, The Cellar at Xiquet provides a memorable backdrop for your private dining occasion. Combining MICHELIN Star cuisine with warm, Mediterranean hospitality in an intimate setting, Xiquet offers an unforgettable experience for your 8-20 guests.

Xiquet by Danny Lledó

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

MICHELIN 1 Star

MICHELIN 1 Star

MICHELIN 1 Star

Additional information

Experiences

Xiquet's Chef Tasting Menu

New Years Eve Celebration x Xiquet

Valentine's Celebration at Xiquet

Menu

What 45 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Xiquet by Danny Lledó restaurant rated?

Is Xiquet by Danny Lledó currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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