Taberna del Alabardero Celebrates Spain's Seafood Season

This all-seafood menu will be offered for lunch and dinner in lieu of the regular menu; however, beef, poultry, paella and vegetarian dishes will also be available upon request. “At Taberna we love being able to share the best of Spain’s culture with our guests,” said General Manager Paco Pena. “Seafood is a huge part of the lifestyle and cuisine and I’m glad we are able to dedicate an entire month to showcasing this for our guests.”

Menu highlights include Arugula and Dry Cured Tuna Loin Salad; Traditional Fish and Shellfish Soup; Creamy Rice with Truffle flavors, Grilled Lobster and Water Cress Sprouts; Octopus Sautéed in Lemon and Thyme served with Potatoes Mousse and Caramelized Onions; Napoleon of Arctic Char and Crab with Fennel and Red Beet Puree; Scallops over, Smoked Potatoes Puree and Crispy Jamón Iberico; Grilled Langoustine over a bed of Seasonal Wild Mushroom; Marinated Swordfish - Spanish Style - with Quinoa, Mint and Lemon Soup; and many more.

The menu is subject to change depending upon availability. To view the whole menu, please visit www.alabardero.com. In addition to the Simply Seafood menu, guests will be able to choose from daily chef-prepared specials that will change according to market availability.

Prices on November’s Simply Seafood menu range from $14.50 to $19.50 for starters, and from $17.50 to $37.75 for entrees. For more information or to make reservations please call 202.429.2200.

Taberna del Alabardero, now celebrating its 19th anniversary, has been designated by the Spanish Government as the "Best Spanish restaurant outside of Spain," and has received recognition as one of the best restaurants in the country by Washingtonian magazine, Gourmet magazine, The New York Times and Condé Nast Traveler. Taberna del Alabardero is located at 1776 “Eye” Street, NW, in Washington, D.C., with an entrance on 18th Street. Reservations can be made by calling 202-429-2200. For more information, please visit www.alabardero.com.