Don Quijote

4.6 (264)

$30 and under

Spanish

119 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383

About this restaurant

Romantic
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Don Quijote Restaurant, the heart of Spain in the heart of Valparaiso,
making friends for the last 35 years!
Serving typical Tapas, home made desserts and traditional Sangria as well as a great selection of Spanish wines for 35 years.
If for any reason you are unable to make a reservation, please give us a call so we can accommodate you .

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.donquijotevalpo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Carlos Rivero
Catering
Full or Drop off catering available for any occasion.

Location
119 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Neighborhood
Valparaiso, IN
Cross street
Michigan Ave.
Parking details
Free parking on the street (three hours limit until 5:00PM). After 5:00PM, Free parking on the street and in the city parking lot, next to the restaurant on Michigan avenue.
Additional
Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Empanada$8.95
galician meat pastry made with peppers, tomatoes, onions and chicken.
Tortilla A La Española$6.95
spanish style omelette made with potatoes, onions and eggs.
Croquetas$10.95
creamed chicken dipped in egg and bread crumbs then deep fried.
Mejillones Al Natural$9.95
steamed mussels.
Gambas Al Ajillo$10.95
tender, tasty shrimp sauteed with garlic.
Gambas A La Plancha$10.95
jumbo shrimp grilled in the shell.
Gambas A La Riojana$10.95
jumbo shrimp in the shell rioja style (sauteed with garlic in a white wine sauce).
Calamares A La Romana$10.95
french fried squid.
Calamares En Su Tinta$10.95
squid sauteed with onion, garlic and herbs, then simmered in its own ink.
Pulpo A La Gallega$12.95
galician style octopus with paprika and olive oil.
Albóndigas$8.95
uniquely delicious spanish style meatballs.
Pinchos Morunos$7.95
moorish style skewered pork marinated in wine, paprika, oregano, parsley, garlic and olive oil.
Chorizo$8.95
mild smoked spanish sausage.
Jamón Serrano$12.95
sliced cured spanish ham.
Higaditos De Pollo Al Jerez$9.95
chicken livers sauteed with onions, garlic and herbs in a delicious sherry sauce.
Higaditos De Pollo Rebozados$9.95
french fried chicken livers.
Champiñones A La Ajillo$7.95
fresh mushrooms sauteed with garlic.
Champiñones A La Plancha$7.95
grilled fresh mushrooms with garlic and olive oil.
Alcachofas Con Jamón$10.95
sauteed artichokes with cured spanish ham.
Alcachofas Rebozadas$10.95
french fried artichoke bottoms.
Coliflor Rebozada$8.95
french fried cauliflower.
Coliflor Al Ajo Arriero$7.95
fresh cauliflower sauteed with garlic, paprika and roasted red peppers.
Patatas Ali-oli$7.95
potatoes in a creamy garlic sauce.
Patatas Bravas$6.95
potatoes in a spicy tomato sauce.
Queso Manchego$9.95
semi-soft spanish cheese.
Small Combo Tapa$12.95
tortilla,albóndigas,champiñones al ajillo, chorizo and patatas bravas.
Large Combo Tapa$18.95
tortilla,albóndigas,champiñones al ajillo, chorizo and patatas bravas.

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4.6

(264)

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
2.9Value

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264 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on March 17, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
They always perform to exceed expectation. Love the place
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Pike2013 Gold
Detroit32 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Food ! Very tasty and professionally prepared in their unique way! Service was prompt and courteous while also offering suggestions ... and this is good as much of the menu is detailed and some not in english. :) Highly recommended
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VinceB
Chicago1 review
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Dinner, service was very good, and atmosphere pleasant. Complimentary after dinner port was excellent. At coat check owner assisted with the donning, old school courtesy / manners rarely seen today. 👍
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great music, personal attention. Don’t know why we don’t go more often. A wonderful evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an amazing dining experience! The warm welcome begins once you enter. The staff is pleasant and engaging. Chef Carlos and Chef Elena deliver a memorable Spanish culinary adventure reminiscent of a night on the town in Madrid. They clearly make sure that the food, service, and ambiance exceed all expectations. The tapas are authentic. The croquetas, the tortilla, the pulpo are as tasty as any in a Spanish bar. The paella valenciana is plentiful, piping hot, and filled with chicken, shrimp, mussels and bacalao. Don’t give up the socarrat without a fight. Save room for the flan. It will blow you away. Que aproveche!
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TimothyI
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic service and authentic Spanish cuisine. Also it was the first time a chef came out and shook my hand. I can't believe I didn't hear about this place sooner.
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Zagreek58
San Francisco7 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 17, 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Went for dinner. Have gone there in the past. This time Presentation was ordinary, crab cakes were mostly filler not much crab. The “shrimp dish in the shell” were not in their shell. Sauces were just so so. My scallops still had the beard attached! Very disappointing.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
1st time at DQ. Food was outstanding. My wife and I tried a variety of tapas plates. Then split the blackened sea bass fish specialty. Our waiter, unfortunately, was little lagging. Couples who were seated after us, were already served their wine and table appetizer before our waiter asked us for drinks or appetizers. And then seemed perturbed if we asked for wine recommendations or a selection.
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JohnJ
Chicago13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have driven by the billboards for years and have always said “we should go there some day”... last weekend was “some day”. My wife was born in Spain and lived there into her 20s. She could not say enough good things about our evening. Everything reminded her of home. We had tapas and a dessert and they were all excellent. Next time we will try the entrees. The restaurant was a hour drive for us and worth every minute. This will be one of our regular restaurants going forward.
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ConnieC
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and generous portions. True Spanish meal start to finish. They make you feel like family
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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.donquijotevalpo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Carlos Rivero
Catering
Full or Drop off catering available for any occasion.

Location
119 E Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Neighborhood
Valparaiso, IN
Cross street
Michigan Ave.
Parking details
Free parking on the street (three hours limit until 5:00PM). After 5:00PM, Free parking on the street and in the city parking lot, next to the restaurant on Michigan avenue.
Additional
Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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Don Quijote

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Menu

Tapas / Appetizers

Empanada$8.95

Tortilla A La Española$6.95

Croquetas$10.95

Mejillones Al Natural$9.95

Gambas Al Ajillo$10.95

Gambas A La Plancha$10.95

Gambas A La Riojana$10.95

Calamares A La Romana$10.95

Calamares En Su Tinta$10.95

Pulpo A La Gallega$12.95

Albóndigas$8.95

Pinchos Morunos$7.95

Chorizo$8.95

Jamón Serrano$12.95

Higaditos De Pollo Al Jerez$9.95

Higaditos De Pollo Rebozados$9.95

Champiñones A La Ajillo$7.95

Champiñones A La Plancha$7.95

Alcachofas Con Jamón$10.95

Alcachofas Rebozadas$10.95

Coliflor Rebozada$8.95

Coliflor Al Ajo Arriero$7.95

Patatas Ali-oli$7.95

Patatas Bravas$6.95

Queso Manchego$9.95

Small Combo Tapa$12.95

Large Combo Tapa$18.95

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