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    Kaya E.

    I've passed G.O.A.T Room wayyyy too many times driving around DC and finally... I was able to stop in for a dinner here with a friend. She made reservations which were easy to grab on a Tuesday night around 8:30 pm. When we walked in about 2/3 of the restaurant was occupied (amazing for them). For anyone driving here there is ample parking either on K street or in the neighborhood for a small fee. The closest metro station is probably Metro Center. Now over to my experience: + I loved the dimmer lighting in here + The servers were veryy veryyy knowledgable about all of the food and drinks on the menu + They offer a lot of vegetarian and vegan options + I can't remember what my main dish was exactly but it was amazingggg. We also ordered the Gol Gappe/Panpuri which is a traditional street food item and it was such a fun appetizer to eat. MY friend who is Indian says that since they have this on the menu she knows that it's an authentic spot lol + I also forgot what the drink was that I got but it reminded me of a lemonade .. it was really delicious and refreshing Definitely check this restaurant out if you're in town and craving some really good Indian food

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    Sharon W.

    I really enjoyed my dining experience at the G.O.A.T room. We had reservations for Christmas day and there were a steady flow of diners and the staff managed everyone expertly. Starting with the Pretty in Pink drink, it was flavorful and well-crafted so that there was a balance and not an abundance of alcohol that overwhelmed the palate. An appetizer of the samosa trio (veggie, lamb and chicken) was delicious and available by request. It's not listed on the menu that way. Our server made the recommendation, and we went with it. I toggled back and forth to decide on an entree. We initially were going to order the G.O.A.T. room special each but our server once again swooped in and gave the recommendation to share one. So glad we did. It was plentiful and had a variety of items such as shrimp, lamb chops, chicken, and kabobs. We added ala carte rice and garlic naan, and it was a complete feast. Service was attentive and the wait time for the food was explained and not an issue at all. When ordering the special, it takes a little bit longer. To my surprise, they even offer a military discount with proper identification. For safety reasons, I'd like to point out that there are stairs that lead down into the dining area. Inquire if you have someone who has mobility challenges for proper accommodations. I'd gladly recommend and dine here again.

    Cynthia M.

    Great FOOD!! Great service. It was a rainy day and Indian food was the perfect thing for this dreary day. The restaurant was spacious and decorated in holiday decor. We loved the lamb aloo, butter chicken, and garlic naan. Everything was amazing. The aloo definitely had a kick with the medium spice level.

    Evangeline L.

    Came here as a party of three on weeknight, and it was great! We got classic chicken tikka Marsala, butter chicken, and garlic naan. Each dish was well portioned and delicious - it was classic, nothing unique about the dishes in terms of flavor profile, but solid. Service was pretty quick and the venue was very spacious with plenty of open seats. We parked on the street and paid for parallel parking, which wasn't too difficult to find!

    Samosa Chaat and Fish Pakora
    Anokhy D.

    Really solid Indian food and pleasant environment to have dinner after a busy conference day. We got the Indian Sidecar, Tamarind Sunrise, samosa chaat, fish pakora, and daal makhani with garlic naan. The drinks and food were delicious and came out with minimal wait. As the restaurant continued to fill up, it was harder to get any waiter's attention through the night, but I'll still be back whenever I'm at the convention center.

    Chicken, veggie, and lamb samosas
    Shawn W.

    Perhaps my new favorite Indian restaurant in the DC area? There are plenty to choose from in this area, but this was a great experience at G.O.A.T Room. Service was great for our outing from start to finish. Reservations were made through Opentable but I did think you might be able to get away with just showing up as long as you are not bringing too many people. In the DC area at times finding a place can be difficult because many are tucked away down alleys or squeezed in an area between buildings. You cannot miss this place with its bright red neon sign at the corner of Massachusetts and 11th. I will start off saying this place warrants another visit so I can try the tandoori and curry options that I usually get at most Indian establishments. I of course did choose the samosas as an appetizer and went with the trio of veggie, chicken, and lamb. The samosas were packed with their individual ingredients, and I suggest to wait to dive into them because they came out piping hot. They were good but the chutney and tamarind sauce just added to the flavor, especially the mint chutney. Looking through the menu, I had a hard time deciding what to try along with the spouse. We finally decided to go with the GOAT Room special which was a sampling of multiple meats. This was the perfect choice for us and our waiter was spot on in letting us know this is best shared and enough for two. This choice along with the garlic naan was enough. The sampler has more chicken options, but it also comes with lamb and shrimp too along with more of the great dipping sauces. The cucumber yogurt sauce comes with this special and dare I say tops the mint chutney. I get a bit worried when chicken at some places is cooked over a flaming grill and many places have yet to figure this method of cooking out without drying the chicken out. After trying the chicken that issue was non existent here. The libations were fresh. My recommendation is the East India. Great place to try if looking for something different or just wanting some great food. I might be a bit biased as Indian dishes from the north or south of India has always been a favorite of mines.

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    Drew H.

    Yum! Good food, very attentive service (maybe even too much so). Would be a good date spot. Best Indian food I've had in DC.

    Ara A.

    Ordered take out, lamb korma and it was good but not spicy. The food was done very quickly. If had a good amount of protein but it was also $25 so you definitely pay for it. The owner was so polite and friendly. Definitely a place I'd recommend.

    Paneer Korma, Gal Goppe, Plain Naan, Half Chilli Chicken

    We had a nice late lunch. Ordered: Gol Gappe - beautiful presentation Chilli Chicken - dark meat chicken, which is not what I had wanted, so while the flavors were good, it wasn't my preference Paneer Korma - excellent Naan - very good

    Garlic Naan
    Melencia J.

    Stopped in for lunch during a work trip. The restaurant was casual with an upscale flare with the service. The vegetarian options were plentiful and they even had vegan listings. The paneer tikka masala and garlic naan were delicious. I would definitely eat here again if I were in the area.

    Garlic naan. Also delicious!
    John L.

    Came by to dine for lunch while I was in the city for a work-related meeting at the convention center. Loved it. Good service and great food. I went with the garlic naan and lamb vindaloo at spicy level. I know its good indian food when the spicy is actually spicy. Next time, I'll give the very spicy a try.

    Garlic naan
    Janet H.

    Excellent and friendly service, ambiance and food. We really enter this filled "cups" and shared several entrees. The open kitchen was nice to watch them prepping. We shared 2 desserts and they have an adequate wine/beer list.

    Grace D.

    Flavorful, Stylish, and Welcoming - A Must-Visit at GOAT Room, DC We had such a great experience at GOAT Room -- from the atmosphere to the food, everything came together beautifully. Our server's recommendations to start were spot-on. The tandoori chicken wings were an absolute standout -- packed with bold, smoky flavor and a slow-building heat that added excitement without overwhelming your palate. The garlic naan was warm, soft, and delicious on its own or paired with the mains. The chicken tikka masala was rich, comforting, and incredibly flavorful. We ordered it medium spice, and it was just the right amount of heat to enjoy every bite without it being overpowering. The restaurant itself is spacious with a modern yet authentic feel, combining sleek design elements with touches that nod to its cultural roots. It feels both elevated and approachable, perfect for anything from a casual dinner to a special night out. Overall, GOAT Room delivers on every front -- amazing flavors, thoughtful service, and a great ambiance. We'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu!

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    Tasty Indian food, which we thoroughly enjoy. GOAT saag, chicken curry, naan, etc. Good food. Welcoming atmosphere.

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    Medium spicy was not spicy at all, I'd go back and try spicy. Enjoyed the mango lassi and palak chaat. Very nice service.

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    Sat at the bar. The service was outstanding and the lamb vidaloo and garlic naan were amazing! Some of the best I've ever had.

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    Chai Pani - Paneer tikka and disco bhel

    Chai Pani

    4.3(159 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Chai Pani completely blew me away and is easily going on my must-visit list every time I'm in DC…read more This was such a fun celebration of Indian street food, with every dish delivering incredible flavor. We ordered the sloppy jai (lamb sliders), lamb skewers, SPDP (sev puri/dahi puri), vada pav, chai with Parle-G biscuits, and jal jeera. Everything was fantastic, but the chai with Parle-G was pure nostalgia and brought back so many memories! The lamb dishes were flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the street food favorites were packed with the kind of bold flavors you'd expect from a great Indian chaat spot. Service was exceptional. The staff were attentive, friendly, and I especially appreciated that the servers actually pronounced the Indian dishes correctly--a small detail that made the experience even better. The vibe is lively, colorful, and incredibly welcoming. We went for lunch with a reservation, and I'd definitely recommend making one. They also have a pani puri stall on weekends, which is another reason to come back. Absolutely loved this place and can't wait to return the next time I'm in DC!

    The beauty of all the decorations are captivating and then you walk in and see not only more…read moredesigns but you smell the food!!! Came in without a reservation and luckily it wasn't too busy and we were able to get a seat at the bar. Ordered several vegetarian options and when they came out I was not disappointed. If you are not into spicy foods, make sure to let them know for every dish you need if down a notch or just inquiry ask, some of the dishes are spicy. The spicy ketchup they have can also be spicy to some. Remember they also have hours that they close after a portion of linch time, and reopen around dinner time. All in all, I will be back again!!

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    Rasika - Garlic Naan

    Rasika

    4.2(4.1k reviews)
    0.6 miPenn Quarter
    $$

    I came here last Valentines Day and was so pleased. It was romantic, they handed out roses and…read moreballoons, and treated us with so much care. The food was incredible. Especially their palak chaat. Never had anything like it. They were so attentive and helped make my most-cynical holiday a lovely time.

    Rasika is a restaurant I really wanted to love, especially given its reputation, and the food…read moredefinitely delivered--but unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. We were a large group and ordered a wide variety of dishes including the lamb roll, lamb chops, palak chaat, paneer tikka, crab, shrimp curry, and the Everything Mango dessert. The food was delicious across the board, with plenty of bold flavors and beautifully prepared dishes. The downside is that it comes at a fairly high price, so I expected the overall experience to match the quality of the food. Unfortunately, the service was the biggest disappointment. We had made our reservation several days in advance for a large group, yet our server seemed to be rushing us from the moment we sat down. Even while choosing our wine, we were repeatedly pushed to make a decision rather than being given time to look through the options. It felt unnecessarily rushed and pushy, which really put a damper on what should have been a special group dinner. The atmosphere is lovely, with a sophisticated and ambient setting that works well for special occasions. Given the prices, though, I expected much more polished service. Great food, but the rushed service left a bad taste and unfortunately overshadowed an otherwise delicious meal.

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    Nanglo Restaurant & Bar - Goat Sekuwa

    Nanglo Restaurant & Bar

    4.8(37 reviews)
    2.1 miH Street Corridor/Atlas District/Near Northeast

    This place is so good!! When we walked in there was only one other table with customers, and I…read morewondered if I had made a mistake. However, by the time we left they were packed, and everyone there enjoyed the bright atmosphere, attentive waitstaff, and delicious food. We tried several dishes--we got the fried chili buff momos. I will definitely get. Them again, but steamed. Honestly, I think that I could make an entire meal of momos. We got veggie samosas--standard--crisp, plump, a little salty, and good. We also got a creamy chicken dish and an okra (bhindi) dish. Both were very good. The service was exemplary--there was a team of four or five dedicated staff who rotated through with dishes and takeaways. Oh! I almost forgot the garlic naan--some of the best I have had. Definitely stop in and give this place some love!!

    We were actually looking for another restaurant in the area when we chanced upon this…read more This is not fast food. It may take awhile to get to the table but it was delicious. They tried to tone down some of the dishes as the hubster is a non-spicy person. The stuff still spicy , he stayed away from. We ordered a meal set for two to try a little bit of everything. We aren't experts in this type of cuisine, but there wasn't anything we didn't like. With the meal for 2 plus a side order of naan, we ended up making 2 lunch take out plates for us. I wasn't super hungry so that probably resulted in us taking more home. It was great, quiet and we'd come here again!

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    Daru - Chicken Tikka Masala

    Daru

    4.4(308 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Good quality food with unique fusions and creative add-ins to typical Indian dishes. It's…read morehigher-end, but not super elegant or fancy, instead it's more of a semi-casual atmosphere Definitely palatable for those who are new to Indian food or can't handle much spice. My Korean parents LOVED all the dishes! I thought everything was really yummy too, but personally, I wish it was spicier!! Mushroom Biryani (4.5/5) Solid biryani with a nice umami flavor from the mushrooms. I really like the bread top - you can dip it into any of the sauces you get. The fig raita is delicious too. Branzino (6/5) SO good. Beautiful, meaty fish. They didn't have the typical side that comes with it, so they replaced it with the cabbage, and it was honestly so good. I also really liked the sauce that came with it. Daal Burrata (2.5/5) Bland. It didn't really taste like much to me, and I don't think the creamy burrata added much to the dish. Chicken Tikka Masala (5/5) Yummy, tender chicken pieces. Probably the dish most similar to classic Indian food/takeout. Paneer Lasagna (3.5/5) Very unique dish! I liked the creamy sauce, but I wasn't a huge fan of the crunchy paneer bits. The saag flavor was also pretty light - I wanted MORE saag :) Very nice workers and a semi-casual interior. Service was good. Waiter helped us think through which dishes to order and how or why. Would recommend!! But don't expect your typical Indian takeout ;)

    I came here for dinner on Sunday. It turns out they have happy hour everyday so we got some happy…read morehour specials. Everything was great. For the side dal buratta, I don't think the buratta did much to add to the dish. Everything else was great though. My favorite was the scallops and bison momo. The service was great. It was quite crowded on the patio, so service was a little slow but the staff provided wonderful recommendations. The patio was also very comfortable and well-spaced. I would definitely come back to try more restaurants!

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    Rania - Dhal Makhani, rice and garlic naan that came with the main course

    Rania

    4.5(268 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    This was my first experience at a Michelin star restaurant. I opted to try the chef's tasting menu!…read more Service was beyond my expectations. I don't eat pork, so they made reasonable accommodations. I saw online that they're know for the happy hour and fun drinks! I did try a mocktail that paired really well well my dinner. Let's get into the food. I tried tuna tartare for the first time. I was nervous before I had never eaten that type of food. LOVED IT. because I had so many courses, I'll speak on my favorites. The Lamb Kebab was superb! I'd over it again on Wednesday's when they have à la carte. The dessert, the chocolate tart, remarkable. I'd definitely eat that again! The restaurant itself was very clean! It would be great for a date night! I did go by myself to fully enjoy the experience, but I'd love to return with a special someone!

    Went to Rania for my husbands birthday. He loves Indian food so I felt an upscale Indian experience…read morewould be fun. We did the chefs tasting course with the wine pairing. Every course was very well cooked and a wide variety of flavors, etc. However we were a bit perplexed by some of the courses feeling non Indian (tuna tartare for example) and hoped for more elevated classics from Indian cuisine. Overall the food was good! Unfortunately we were disappointed by the service. There were no aspects of it that represented a Michelin star level dining experience. After sitting it took a while to first be approached by our server, we were given incorrect food at one point, slow to clear our table and glassware (empty glasses and plates sat for longer than normal), table not wiped in between courses when crumbs, etc appeared. Some of things would be fine on a regular night, at a standard restaurant. But not acceptable for a Michelin rated restaurant and for the prices that we paid.

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