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Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve Dinner in Washington, D.C.

Close the year
in Washington, D.C.

A Christmas Eve dinner in DC and a New Year’s Eve dinner at Elcielo Washington D.C.: two tasting menus by Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos, each created for that night alone, at Union Market. Seating is limited.

Reserve Dec 24 · $289
Reserve Dec 31 · $289
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Elcielo Washington DC fine dining restaurant showcasing Colombian Michelin avant-garde tasting menu experience

Thursday, December 24 · 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve Dinner in DC

A night to gather, to share and to remember the people at your table. A tasting menu conceived for Christmas Eve alone.

$289 per person · $189 children

Reserve Christmas Eve
Bison al Trapo fine dining dish at Elcielo showcasing Colombian culinary tradition through Michelin avant-garde cuisine

Thursday, December 31 · 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.

New Year’s Eve Dinner in DC

The last table of 2026: a tasting menu to honor what the year has given and to welcome what is yet to come.

$289 per person · $189 children

Reserve New Year’s Eve

December at Union Market, in Washington, D.C.

Elcielo Washington D.C. sets aside two evenings to close the year: a Christmas Eve dinner on December 24 and a New Year’s Eve dinner on December 31. Each is a tasting menu by Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos, rooted in Colombian cuisine and created for that night alone, at La Cosecha in the Union Market District. The menu is presented at the table, course by course, so the evening is discovered in good company.

Before you arrive

Good to know

For changes to your reservation or special requests, our team in Washington, D.C. is available at +1 (202) 569-9855.

Yes. Elcielo Washington D.C. serves a tasting menu dinner on Thursday, December 24 and Thursday, December 31, 2026, with arrival times from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Each evening is booked separately on OpenTable.

Both dinners are $289 per person and $189 for children 12 and under, paid at the restaurant. Taxes and service charge are added to the final bill.

We recommend sharing any allergies or dietary restrictions in advance, at least 24 hours before your reservation. Vegetarian and vegan menus are available. All guests at the same table enjoy the same tasting menu.

A credit card is required to hold your reservation; nothing is charged when booking and payment is made at the restaurant. Cancellations made less than 3 days in advance and no-shows are subject to a charge of $100 per person. Reservations can be rescheduled for unforeseen situations by calling the restaurant at +1 (202) 569-9855.

Formal casual attire is recommended. Please arrive on time, as late arrivals may result in a shortened experience. Outside food and beverages are not permitted.

For parties larger than those available online, please contact the restaurant directly at +1 (202) 569-9855.

Our Team

Portrait of Juan Manuel Barrientos, Executive Chef and Owner of Elcielo

Juan Manuel Barrientos

Executive Chef

Portrait of Sebastian Moreno Henao, Executive Sous Chef and Corporate Chef USA at Elcielo Hospitality Group

Sebastian Moreno Henao

Executive Sous Chef

Joel López Giraldo, Chef de Cuisine at Elcielo Washington D.C., in chef whites with arms crossed

Joel Lopez

Chef de Cuisine

Portrait of Angel Guillen, Sommelier and Dining Room Manager at Elcielo New York

Angel Guillen

Dining Room Manager

Location

Elcielo Washington D.C.

1280 4th St NE, Washington D.C.

La Cosecha at Union Market District

dc@elcielogroup.com

+1 (202) 569-9855

Hours

Monday
5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Tuesday
Closed

From Wednesday to Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Sunday
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

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Portrait of Juan Manuel Barrientos, Executive Chef and Owner of Elcielo

Juan Manuel Barrientos
Executive Chef & Owner

Global Creative and Culinary Direction

Colombian chef, entrepreneur, and founder of Elcielo Hospitality Group. Juanma has brought Colombian gastronomy to international stages through innovation, technique, and sensory-driven experiences. Trained by renowned chefs such as Juan Mari Arzak and Iwao Komiyama, his culinary approach is rooted in research, creativity, and deep respect for ingredients.

He leads Elcielo’s global culinary vision and the development of concepts now present in Medellín, Bogotá, Miami, Washington D.C., and New York. His work has been recognized by the MICHELIN Guide, which has awarded stars to Elcielo Miami and Elcielo Washington D.C., and a MICHELIN Key to Elcielo Hotel Medellín.

He oversees the group’s strategic expansion, sensory innovation, and social impact initiatives through Elcielo Foundation.

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Portrait of Sebastian Moreno Henao, Executive Sous Chef and Corporate Chef USA at Elcielo Hospitality Group

Sebastian Moreno Henao
Executive Sous Chef & Corporate Chef USA, Elcielo Hospitality Group


Culinary coordination and standards.

Sebastián Moreno Henao is a Colombian chef with more than fifteen years of experience in haute cuisine and the hospitality industry, and one of the foundational figures of Elcielo Hospitality Group, where he has worked since 2012 and has been part of the United States operations since 2015, serving as Corporate Chef USA since 2022. Currently Executive Sous Chef and Corporate Chef USA, he has overseen the culinary direction of Elcielo’s Michelin-starred restaurants in Miami and Washington, D.C., and is now leading the opening and development of Elcielo New York. Renowned for his commitment to elevating Colombian cuisine on the global stage through sensory-driven fine dining, Sebastián has been instrumental in shaping the group’s tasting menus, R&D programs, and culinary innovation, contributing brand’s development. Since 2020, he has supported the leadership of the first Colombian restaurant in history to earn a Michelin Star—Elcielo Washington D.C.—recognized consecutively from 2021 through 2025. His expertise spans recipe and menu development, culinary leadership, GMP compliance, and guiding the standards and creative direction of the group’s restaurant kitchens across multiple cities. Sebastián’s international background includes stages at world-renowned institutions such as El Celler de Can Roca (3 Michelin Stars, Girona), Restaurant Bror (Copenhagen), Nordic Food Lab, and Noma (3 Michelin Stars, Copenhagen) and BIKO restaurant (Mexico City).

Joel López Giraldo, Chef de Cuisine at Elcielo Washington D.C., in chef whites with arms crossed

Joel López Giraldo
Chef de Cuisine, Elcielo Washington D.C.

Kitchen leadership

Joel López Giraldo is a Colombian chef with more than a decade of experience in haute cuisine, known for his creative approach to contemporary gastronomy and his ability to transform Colombian flavors through refined technique and modern culinary trends.

A member of Elcielo Hospitality Group since 2019, he currently leads the kitchen at Elcielo Washington D.C., the first Colombian restaurant in history to earn a Michelin Star—an honor it has received consecutively from 2021 through 2025. Joel’s leadership blends precision, innovation, and deep cultural understanding, allowing him to craft tasting menus that celebrate Colombian identity while pushing the boundaries of fine dining.

His expertise spans menu development, technical execution, sensory-driven plating, and guiding culinary teams toward excellence. He holds a professional degree in Culinary Arts from the Academia Gourmet Internacional in Medellín (2018).

Portrait of Angel Guillen, Sommelier and Dining Room Manager at Elcielo New York

Angel Guillen
Sommelier & Dining Room Manager

Angel Guillen is a seasoned hospitality professional with an exceptional background in fine dining service, wine stewardship, and guest experience management. As Sommelier & Dining Room Manager at Elcielo, he leads the front-of-house team with warmth, precision, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

With extensive experience in luxury hospitality, Angel brings a refined approach to wine selection, pairing philosophy, and service rituals. His leadership focuses on creating memorable, sensorial moments that elevate each guest’s journey—honoring Elcielo’s vision through hospitality rooted in elegance, knowledge, and genuine care.

Angel oversees daily dining room operations, staff training, and guest relations, ensuring that every service reflects the artistry, harmony, and attention to detail that define the Elcielo experience.