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    4.8 (104 reviews)
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    Romantic
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Austin G.

    There aren't paintings on the walls nor clothes on the tables. There's nothing special about the decorations at Atxondo, but don't underestimate them. They make up for it with their food. A Spanish Basque Country restaurant, their menu is more affordable compared to many restaurants in D.C. and pack their dishes full of flavor. Everything we ordered, we enjoyed. Our favorites: Manchego cheeseburger, roasted Brussel sprouts, scallops on a bed of squid ink rice, and the Basque cheesecake. The drinks are solid too. The $10 red sangria was how I want all sangria to taste. The guava margarita was excellent too! The staff are so kind, attentive, and personable. I can't recommend this place enough!

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    Cameron B.

    What a hidden gem....like ... seriously hidden...waaaaaay up 14th Street. In a easy to miss strip of shops in an easy to miss part of DC is a little Tapas Bar serving massive flavors at shockingly good prices. I went with 4 friends, all over 6 foot 2, so we were able to taste half of the menu. Everything we had was stand out good, came out fast and full of flavor. This is now my favorite Spanish restaurant in DC (thank God, cause I was really missing Estadio the other day). The dishes I'll ask for on my death bed are: the scallops over black rice (scrumptious and perfectly cooked scallops resting on the most delicious and most rice....like....the rice might out shine the scallops it's that good); the steak (PERFECTLY cooked and impossibly tender....what the hell did they do in that kitchen!!!!!! We almost ordered another); and the seafood paella (just...get...it.... period)!! Fast and friendly service, solid cocktails and of course sangria. I don't want to gate keep. This place is a hot! Go keep it in business!!!!!

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    Jami R.

    Oh my goodness, if in DC go here! This truly is a gem. Small sized restaurant that cooks each dish to perfection. Our chicken and octopus was as tender as it comes and my husband's Manchego cheeseburger was packed full of flavor with a light heat. I am a foodie, my husband not as much. But he was begging to come back while visiting on vacation. This never happens! Staff was attentive and friendly! Plus pricing was affordable for the area.

    Chris J.

    Nice food spot in north dc. Went during happy hour. Service was quick and attentive. Staff gave excellent recommendations from the menu. The interior was small and cute. Only con is the lack of parking nearby.

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    David H.

    Stopped in recently for a meal on the patio and it was good, not great. Some nice dishes, some ok. Service was good. Didn't do any drinks. For food, the highlights were: crispy potatoes (bravas), pan con tomate (flavor was amazing, bread was soggy), mushrooms garlic wine sauce with an egg (great flavor but very liquidy/hard to share). We also did the gambas (delicious sauce but the shrimp were overcooked), the octopus (nicely cooked but just not a favorite), manchego cheesebuger (just ok), and the tortilla (not runny inside, no onions, i'd call it a potato omelet). the coconut flan dessert was nice, a touch sweet but not overly so. Overall enjoyed, it's not difficult to get into so that's nice but it's a bit of a trek for me so not sure how frequently I'd go as there weren't many truly standout dishes

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    Christopher P.

    Amazing food and lovely service. This place is a sleeper and it won't be long before Tom Sietsema 'discovers' it and you have to wait to get in.

    Jose P.

    Cam here with friends. We had heard good things and wanted to check it out. Spanish food from the basque region is very good as I have been there and have first hand experience. In the north they call them "pinchos" instead of "tapas." And of course most of the menu is naturally gluten free. We started with the cheese platter which was excellent and I a martini made with Spanish Gin. It was nice and served in a fun glass. In the end we ended having the manchego cheeseburger (no bun for me). I know, not the most Spanish item on the menu. But it was very good. The place is simple and their is actually more seating outside than inside. The prices are reasonable. I would come again if I am in the neighborhood (which is likely since my friends live a block away), but this is not something that I would recommend driving a long distance for. In other words a great neighborhood restaurant.

    Fingerling potatoes and Panfried Salmon
    Nicole D.

    Atxondo was such a lovely surprise. We are visiting DC for the weekend for dance and felt like we were in the middle of nowhere when we saw this place. It was a very chill neighborhood for a Saturday afternoon, and we're so glad we took a chance. The patatas bravas were amaaaaazing, and I was pleasantly surprised that they chose to fuse a curry sauce with their bok choi, rice, and salmon. A smart combination that cuts through to the palate. The smoothie and sangria were refreshing, and I was happy that I came during their afternoon happy hour. Their staff is friendly and the restaurant features an inviting environment. Check them out next time you're passing by; I highly recommend!

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    Camsie M.

    Easily one of our favorite Spanish spots in the city. Extremely friendly service and such high high quality food. Went for a friends birthday and had so many dishes - the standout was the whole rock fish - wow! Don't sleep on this gem on upper 14th for amazing food and overall impeccable experience.

    Kale Salad, Black Rice, Seared Scallops, and Pineapple Margarita...Delicious!!!
    Sonja B.

    The Food, Service, and Ambulance was Amazing. Will definitely patronize this establishment again!

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    Ordered 10 things off the menu and every dish was excellent. Don't sleep on this place

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    The food is really good here. One of the best Spanish (with Basque influences) lunches that I have had.

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    Delicious food and very friendly staff. Atxondo has been on our regular rotation for dining in the neighborhood since opening last year.

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    We just had an excellent meal. Check it out. Service was also very good. So happy you are in the neighborhood. We'll be back!

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