Food and service were great! Definite hidden gem for Spanish tapas. Paella was excellent! We will be back.

Simply amazing. The value and quality is unbeatable at Atxondo. Asparagus - smoky and deep flavor, balanced with tomato Pork belly - perfectly cooked (crispy exterior + soft interior) and wonderfully marinated, definitely get this Scallops - great price! the scallops are perfectly cooked the rice is buttery, everything melts in your mouth Mussels - good mussel flavor and cheese forward sauce, very solid Brussels - jammy raisins and melty cheese on crispy brussels Octopus - smokey as well and nice meaty texture Mushrooms - deep mushroom flavor sitting in some mushroomy sauce, topped with an egg! melty squishy goodness! Potatoes - perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, topped with a creamy and refreshing sauce Overall everything was very good, hard to find a place like this where they consistently deliver quality service and food! They were even kind enough to provide us a complimentary glass of sangria. The drinks are strong and worth your money. Will definitely be returning! read more

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This might be my favorite restaurant in DC. There's no frills but the service is always incredibly friendly and the food is phenomenal. The Gambas Al Ajillo may be one of my favorite dishes in the city and the chicken was the surprise dish for me- I can't believe how good it is. This is the type of restaurant that I debate telling people about because I love the neighborhood home in the wall vibe, but it's that good. Don't walk but run to Atxondo, best Spanish food in the city by far. read more

This place is so delicious. A hidden gem. Completely worth the quick drive to get there. The staff are lovely and have terrific suggestions. The whole vibe of the place is great. And oh, that food. Yum yum . read more

This place seems to be new haven't seen it before being from the area so gave it try. The fried potatoes with the sauce was really good had so many textures that just melted well together. The best thing for me was the flan, I love a flan that is more custard like rather than gelatin it was creamy, flavorful and delicious. The shrimp which isn't pictured with garlic sauce was probably second best only issue was I wish the one piece of bread that came with it didn't taste burnt and that they gave you atleast two pieces to soak up the garlic oil the shrimp is cooked in. The salmon dish was ok just a little put off by the basmati rice in a Spanish restaurant the skin was perfectly crispy but lacked all kinds of flavor just tasted plain. The gin I had gotten tasted like rubbing alcohol couldn't finish it but ate the olive that came with it. My brothers drink tasted better it was a margarita I believe very refreshing and a hint of spice muddled in it. The place was empty up until a couple of minutes of us leaving once another guest arrived it was like we kind of didn't matter and was attended to less. Future reference I would attend to all guest equally especially when you only have two to even worry about and one on the way out. read more

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I've had one five star experience and one three star for the same food, so evening out to four. The tortilla had been excellent both times, and I really like the gold beet salad. One time I went the cauliflower and Brussels were undercooked but the other they were great. Will definitely return though! Easy pick up for take out as well. read more

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The food was delicious! Steak & cheese sandwich, egg croissant sandwich, bok choy, beet salad...all was truly delicious!

What a great find! Spectacular Spanish cuisine on par, if not exceeding the standard bearers in the city like Jaleo, Barcelona and Estadio. Our favorites were the Brussel sprouts, Tortilla, and the beet salad. The risotto was excellent as well, with multiple sauces complementing the perfectly cooked rice. An excellent value, with plates considerably more affordable than restaurants downtown. We ordered delivery through Uber Eats and everything was thoughtfully packaged and arrived intact. A bit off the beaten path but worth the trip for this hidden gem. Highly recommended. read more

Unassuming outside, but a very nice interior with great food, great service, and a nice bar and drink menu. Spanish theme but with nice diversions; curry on the salmon and Argentinian steak. read more

Good and drinks are spot on, this is a hidden gem. Friday nights often have live music and a great crowd.

Made my first trip to Atxondo today. Service was excellent. Covid 19 precautions were solid. Had the chicken, pretty good. Comes with small salad on top and a tangy green sauce on the side. The weekend steak and eggs looks tasty. Good addition to the neighborhood! read more

Atxondo - Chicken - Spanish Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Loved it! Everything we ordered was delicious and high quality - what I'd expect from a high end place. The service was so friendly and attentive, too. We really enjoyed our dinner here and look forward to returning. read more

I've eaten at just about every trendy and high end restaurant in DC. I've also been to Spain multiple times, including Michelin starred restaurants in the Basque region. The food at Atxondo is better than anywhere else I've eaten in DC anytime in recent memory. Every single dish was absolute perfection. Certainly no other Spanish restaurant in the area comes close. And at a very reasonable price point. I already can't wait to go back! read more

These recent 5 star reviews have been spot-on. If you like Bouqueria or Barcelona fare, this is on the next level (wndat a better price point). Gambas were the best we've ever had, maybe anywhere, not just DC. Just get it. Vegetarian Risotto was our next favorite, very well balanced richness with just enough salty and herby flavors. Fingerling potatoes and cheese plate were not quite as much of a knockout as the above but still hold their own. Red Sangria was well-balanced boozy and sweet (stir it up a bit before sipping). The portions were very generous for tapas, we were able to split everything we had without feeling like we wanted more of it. Service was attentive and polite. The only slight negative I'd give it as others have pointed out was the basic decor, but the food more than offsets it. We'll be back regularly. read more

After a 4 mile walk it was a pleasure to stumble on this restaurant for lunch/brunch. We enjoyed the sangria (twice), Salmonejo and two entrees. Oh and a postre. The staff was great. Food was great and I hope many folks will visit and help businesses such as this thrive. We will be back. read more

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Great neighborhood restaurant. Not a large place. Food is excellent. I went here with a group of six and they were able to accommodate and the service was quick. Loved the octopus. On street parking only. read more

We were lucky enough to try out Chef Bautista's spot last night and it did not disappoint. There are not many places in DC with truly authentic Spanish food so I am excited to see this place flourish. We started with the the mojito and margarita and were very happy with both. While we are not drink snobs, we do expect a properly mulled and balanced mojito, and this was just that. The margarita was also very good and tasted fresh and balanced. For food, we had the seafood paella which was truly exceptional. Having had paella in Spain and all over DC, I can say this paella is the real freaking deal. The seafood was fresh, the rice had just the perfect crisp to it, and the flavor profile was complex, with just the right amount of tomato and lemon to balance the seafood. The paella was topped with a garlic aioli, of which I've never had before on paella but I ended up really liking it. We will definitely be coming back very soon to try out the rest of the menu. Give this place a try, you will not be disappointed. read more

We love coming here! Everything is delicious and the staff is wonderful. We are gluten free and dainty free and find lots of wonderful Spanish options for us. If you live in petworth or nearby this is a great place to come with a group, for a date night, or time with your family, even young kids. Don't hesitate! read more

Great food and excellent service. Roasted cauliflower was insanely delicious. We also had the shishito peppers, jamon, chorizo, olives, pan con tamate and churros. Everything was delicious. read more

I should not say anything because I want to keep this place to myself. Atxondo provides a nice taste of Spanish food at a decent price. The sangria was tasty and refreshing. The food was prepared right. I recommend the mussels and olives. The restaurant prepared the best flan I ever had. A real flavorful custard. read more

Hole in the wall vibes but excellent food. This is a neighborhood gem that people shouldn't overlook.

What a lovely gem in Upper 14th/16th Street Heights! I live in the neighborhood and am thrilled to have a nicer dinner option. The patio area outside is quite nice! The mussels, chicken, manchego cheese, and everything else we ordered were delicious. Save room for churros! read more

Excellent food and service, I recommend this place. You will get the best Spanish food

Unique Spanish food experience in DC outside of the typical Jose Andres restaurants. A hole in the wall I would come to again!

What a fantastic addition to this commercial strip. We ordered take-out to support our neighborhood economy and boy was it delicious. We got the beet salad with goat cheese and quinoa, the coconut chicken, and the steak. All three dishes were fantastic and I can't wait to try them in person once the virus scare is over. I am optimistic that along with the newly opened Pica Taco and ever-solid Highlands, Atxondo will lead the revival/development of this commercial area. read more

How have I not reviewed this place. Just stop whatever you're doing and GO to this wonderful little hole in the wall. No choice - order the manchego burger and the crispy fingerling potatoes. You'll want to have your own order of this smashed, crunchy potato wonderfulness or there will be a fight. The smoky tomato aioli dip that comes w/ them is so tasty. We usually get an order of brussels - chopped up w/ butternut squash, dried cherries & goat cheese aioli. The flavors meld together and compliment one another - and are an inspired bit of Fall on the palate. The golden beets are probably our next fave, then the bok choy. We tried the salmon early on when they opened, and it's good - but my husband and I couldn't bear NOT to get the manchego burger! We always get delivery. It's always hot and tasty. Sometimes ordering during the week is better. We were SUPER bummed recently when the restaurant decided they wouldn't do any to go at all the other night. No explanation. Not happy about that. But the place is just fantastic, and it's great seeing their menu choices grow & grow. Maybe one day we'll branch out, if we can bear to leave off the burger! read more

I have eaten here 3 times and i have never been disapointed by the food, the drink, or the service. Highly recommended!

Would give this place 0 stars if I could. Arrived for a 7pm reservation and after asking the waiter about our order at 8:30 we were told it would be another 30 minutes. Every other table in the restaurant had drinks and food coming out consistently yet we didn't have a single thing come out. Would seriously not recommend ever visiting this place. read more

Got takeout from here tonight, was ready exactly when estimated. Everything was flavorful and delicious and packed well. Favorites were tortilla espanola, potatoes, cauliflower soup and churros. We can't stop eating the churros . Portions larger than expected and reasonably priced. read more

It was our fIrst time at the restaurant, and I'd say a solid 4.5. The inside is a little plain, but the service is excellent, warml and friendly. Food is uniformly good with a few standouts that were excellent. The cheese and charcuterie is delicious, as are the shrimp, mussels and pork belly. My favorites were the chicken croquettes and the salmorejo soup. A great neighborhood place, and we'll definitely be back. read more

Cute spot for Spanish food and excellent cocktails. Their frozen fruit smoothie was excellent! I think this place specializes in seafood and everyone was raving about how good it is. They have a great outdoor patio that allows dogs read more

My personal favorite restaurant North of U st. Delicious delicious food perfect for sharing at great prices. A lovely happy hour special and breezy outdoor seating. Golden beet salad is a must-have! read more

Great food and good menu selection. Also the delivery service was perfect. Price is not the cheapest but it's the fair price for the good quality. We will definitely order again from here. read more

I've been enjoying their food since they opened at the start of the pandemic (carry-out only back then) and every dish I have tried have been great! This past Saturday night my cousins, sister, and I hosted a bridal shower dinner for our bride to me and the service and food was exceptional! With the guidance of the manager Jose we were able to create a delicious pre-selected dinner menu for the event. Most of the bridal shower guests had never been there before and they couldn't stop raving about the service and food! Thanks for never disappointing! read more

Atxondo - They allowed us to add some special touches to the table setting - Spanish Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food was terrible, I order salmon and they burned it. Service so so. Ambience regular.

We had a reservation on probably the trickiest of Saturday nights. There was a private party inside, and we were a party of 4+1 outside. Service was a bit trying, but we were expecting it considering the party inside. The food was spectacular, and our meal was 3.5 hours. That's ok bc we weren't in much of a rush. We look forward to coming back on a night less eventful. I can't any say anything bad about the menu aside from not being able to try everything. Looking forward to warmer weather and more seating outdoors. Cheers! read more

Service was great and the food was amazing as were the drinks. We had the grilled cauliflower, jamón ibérico, manchego, grilled shrimp, fingerling potatoes and the churros which melt in your mouth. I wish y'all would open a restaurant in Richmond as it was one of the best meals I have ever had. read more

Great place to dine in friendly staff good selection on seafood which is my go to, you must try the octopus, sauteed shrimp , mussels on white wine and garlic and their red sangria everything was great and definitely recommended. read more

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Stopped for lunch, lovely burger (even better than Duke's Grocery on 17th), excellent service, clean throughout. Look forward to exploring the full menu! read more

A new spot in the neighborhood and i tell you a must needed one. We order the Paella and let me tell you it was totally worth it , so delicious on point everything was fresh. Will be going back soon to try new items on there menu. read more