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Best Tapas Restaurants in Kensington

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A photo of Taberna del Alabardero restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4200)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown
Booked 29 times today
We had a fabulous experience. The waiters were very attentive and helped us with choosing tapas as this was my first time at a Spanish restaurant. The tapas were shareable for about 2 to 3 people a plate and there were many options. Squid ink risotto, ham and cheese fritters, gambas, pan con tomate were our favorites. While the tapas were amazing, dessert really was the shining star of the meal. Great ambiance and feels like I’m in a family run restaurant in Spain. We will be returning.
A photo of Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1646)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Georgetown
Booked 9 times today
Another delightful and delicious meal at Bodega. Once again FABULOUS SERVICE! See you again soon. Kris & Chris
A photo of Boqueria - Penn Quarter restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(726)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Penn Quarter
Booked 57 times today
We were running late due to traffic and messaged the place via open table. Manager Reka replied with “no problem”. Place was packed when we arrived. They couldn’t find our reservation at first, Reka came by and informed us that there was a system error and apologized for the wait and took care the seating quickly. It was our first time there, great vibe, beautiful restaurant. We informed the server we in a rush because Katseye concert is about to start, she took our order quickly and may I just say every dish we tried were delicious. Reka came by again to check on us and even gave us complimentary dessert which was amazing. Delicious food, wonderful service by manager Reka, we will definitely be back! And we made it to concert on time!
A photo of La Malinche restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(575)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Silver Spring
Booked 1 time today
Rally fantastic food and service! And very reasonable prices. Was a great dinner out before a movie outing. Hope to come again soon!
A photo of SER restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2497)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Arlington
Booked 14 times today
Great place for a good lunch and a wonderful conversation. The food and service were to be envied and after the plates were cleared, the server left us alone to talk.
A photo of Guardado's restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1393)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Bethesda
Booked 4 times today
All 5 of us loved our evening at Guardado's Sat night. Busy and lively with our reservation honored; the food was outstanding. We tried so many starters and then savored our Seafood Paella which we loved. The pitchers of Sangria had fresh fruit and were also fabulous. This is a community treasure with easy parking, warm and efficient staff and caring owners. We will return over and over to this gem. family owned and run is a bonus for us!
A photo of Corella Café & Lounge restaurant
4.2
Awesome(51)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Bethesda
Booked 1 time today
The experience is always amazing!!!! I love the fig flatbread so much. Never take it off the menu please. Thank you!
A photo of CODE RED restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(122)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Adams Morgan
Booked 11 times today
The theme is weaved through everything here! So thoughtful yet affordable, great happy hour options. Live jazz on Wednesdays is cherry on top!
A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Arlington, VA | Clarendon restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(760)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Arlington
Booked 12 times today
been coming here for years since I discovered this place. it’s always a hit!! 11/10 service, food, and ambiance ☺️
A photo of CUT Above restaurant
4.0
Excellent(47)
€€€€
• Tapas / Small Plates • Georgetown
Booked 1 time today
This was an incredible experience. Shoutout to Ismael who was a patient and wonderful staff member. My date and I had a long-anticipated 1st Date and he was very attentive, knew the menu from cover to cover. He knew exactly what drinks would be suitable and gave us time and space to allow our romance to take over naturally. We will never forget this experience and will 10/10 come back and 10/10 recommend!

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  • MichaelGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a fabulous experience. The waiters were very attentive and helped us with choosing tapas as this was my first time at a Spanish restaurant. The tapas were shareable for about 2 to 3 people a plate and there were many options. Squid ink risotto, ham and cheese fritters, gambas, pan con tomate were our favorites. While the tapas were amazing, dessert really was the shining star of the meal. Great ambiance and feels like I’m in a family run restaurant in Spain. We will be returning.
    More info
    Taberna del Alabardero$$$$• Traditional Spanish• Downtown
    •
    4.7
  • Marcy
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    All 5 of us loved our evening at Guardado's Sat night. Busy and lively with our reservation honored; the food was outstanding. We tried so many starters and then savored our Seafood Paella which we loved. The pitchers of Sangria had fresh fruit and were also fabulous. This is a community treasure with easy parking, warm and efficient staff and caring owners. We will return over and over to this gem. family owned and run is a bonus for us!
    More info
    Guardado's$$$$• Spanish• Bethesda
    •
    4.4
  • David
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We were running late due to traffic and messaged the place via open table. Manager Reka replied with “no problem”. Place was packed when we arrived. They couldn’t find our reservation at first, Reka came by and informed us that there was a system error and apologized for the wait and took care the seating quickly. It was our first time there, great vibe, beautiful restaurant. We informed the server we in a rush because Katseye concert is about to start, she took our order quickly and may I just say every dish we tried were delicious. Reka came by again to check on us and even gave us complimentary dessert which was amazing. Delicious food, wonderful service by manager Reka, we will definitely be back! And we made it to concert on time!
    More info
    Boqueria - Penn Quarter$$$$• Tapas / Small Plates• Penn Quarter
    •
    4.6
  • Ryan
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 11 Oct 2026
    Rally fantastic food and service! And very reasonable prices. Was a great dinner out before a movie outing. Hope to come again soon!
    More info
    La Malinche$$$$• Tapas / Small Plates• Silver Spring
    •
    4.7
  • MoeGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 9 May 2026
    The experience is always amazing!!!! I love the fig flatbread so much. Never take it off the menu please. Thank you!
    More info
    Corella Café & Lounge$$$$• Spanish• Bethesda
    •
    4.2
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