I live so close and I'm UPSET that I haven't visit this place more! Put this food in my veins!…read moreDELICIOUS! Take my money. Take it! Chicken Biryani - magnificent

My go to order for Indian take out is always palak paneer. It's so solid and delicious. Salt and…read morePepper Grill were extremely effective and gathered my order for 2 in less than 15 minutes. Their reliability is noted.

I usually have a good experience here. The service is typically very friendly, although the last…read moretime I went the staff member helping me wasn't particularly welcoming. That said, the food is really good. The curried chickpeas are amazing and one of my favorite things on the menu. The curried chicken is also very good, and I love getting the salad with the green chutney -- the chutney especially adds a lot of great flavor. It's not the cleanest place inside, but the food itself is tasty and keeps me coming back

A billion 5 stars for this spot. I'm from queens NYC so I'm SOO happy to have Ravi near me. I grew…read moreup on Pakistani kabobs and naans and was desperately searching for something to fill that void. So far have tried their boneless chicken kabob, ground beef shish kabob, and nehari. Their food is insanely fresh. Both the kabob combo platter and the nehari came with their chole which is probably the best I've ever had. Addicting stuff, would get an extra side of it next time. They also came with rice, salad, and tandoori naan. So much food!! Highly recommend stopping in. I'm excited to try all their daily specials!! Service and ambiance don't matter here because it's all about the food. Get your food to-go if you care that much.

Excellent food and service. We ordered a combo kebab platter and Samosa chart it was made fresh and…read morewas amazing. Reminded me of the food from back home. Ambience was good and the bathrooms were clean as well. There's empty parking outside.

We checked out City Kabob and Curry House, a local favorite for their AYCE buffet -…read more Their regular menu offers various apps, salads, kabobs, chicken entrees, and vegetarian options. There are styrofoam plates and utensils, and you can go up to the buffet as many times as you'd like - honestly, I enjoyed the tandoori chicken and the chickpeas most out of all the offerings. Would love to have it more flavor forward, as most were on the bland side. Their mango lassi was thick, creamy, and refreshing, a nice way to end the meal. The service here is super friendly and welcoming, and there's ample seating inside. The spot seem to be super popular with the CUA and the local employees. There is a small parking lot, but it's super restricted and fills up quickly. +AYCE lunch buffet +friendly service +limited/restricted parking lot

Delicious Indian food, kind service, and cute decor. There's a non-alcoholic bar, and it looks…read moreexactly like a regular bar with rows and rows of bottles of liquor, except that everything is non-alcoholic. That is really cool--and great for people who don't drink much, like me! There's also a quite large menu of mocktails, which look very intriguing, but tonight I opted for a lassi drink because I needed to get some nutrients in after a very sweaty hot yoga workout... I tried the following: - Mango lassi - thick, sweet, and very refreshing after a sweaty workout! It was my first time to try a lassi, and I thought it was great. The texture was very thick and creamy and smooth, and you can definitely taste the mango. - Veggie samosa - texture was perfect, very crispy. The sauces were outstanding and very flavorful. Possibly the best veggie samosas I've had! - Butter chicken - not the best butter chicken I've had but still a solid dish. The sauce seemed to be less creamy and less sweet than other places, yet a bit more flavorful. My partner was a bit disappointed in this dish, but I still thought it was good (I'm more about flavors, while my partner is more about creaminess). I did find the chicken meat to be a tad dry though. - Lamb & spinach - lamb meat was excellent and very tender. While the butter chicken (see above) might've been a bit dry, this lamb was cooked perfectly. And it was packed with tonsssss of flavors. - Garlic naan - texture was not as thick/soft as I would've liked, but the flavor was veryyyy garlicky, which I liked. Heads-up: It takes a while for the food to get ready. The place seems to make everything from scratch. So, order some appetizers if you're hungry while you wait for the main dishes!

Got the chicken biryani for takeout might be the best I've had in DC!! Def impressed.read more

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.

First time ordering here tonight - we got takeout because they're open late. We ordered butter…read morechicken, tikka masala, chickpeas and a few desserts to try. Everything was DELICIOUS! They were out of something we ordered, so they not only replaced it with an item of our choice, but also threw in a dessert that wasn't on the menu - it's now my new favorite dessert. I had to call and thank them it was so good. You can tell everything is made with love. Highly recommend, and so glad to have this place so close.

A Hidden Hole In The Wall Resturant I Found An App, My Partner & I Decided To Share The Chicken…read morePlatter Came With 4 Pieces Of Bone In Chicken With Basmati Rice Chickpeas & Salad. It Was Made Fresh & We Ate It There. They Had Cold Water Tumblers Placed Near The Buffet Area Which Was Nice To Have Available. The Cashier Was Also The Chef & Very Nice Man. I Noticed They Also Had A Prayer Room Area For Usage. I Look Forward To Trying More Platters & The Buffet In The Future, As My Partner & I Were Satisfied With Sharing One Chicken Platter Together!

Rumi's Kitchen DC was an absolute standout and one of my favorite meals in DC. The flavors were…read moreoutstanding, and what impressed me most was how beautifully they let the meat shine without overwhelming it with spices or sauces. Even the vegetarians in our group were raving about the food. We ordered the lamb merguez, mushroom hummus, eggplant appetizer, and a family-style spread of soltani kebab, lamb kebab, and chicken barg. Everything was packed with flavor and beautifully prepared. The portions are HUGE, so definitely plan to share. I also loved the fresh sabzi served with pita--it was such a simple but delicious addition. The mocktails were excellent as well and paired beautifully with the food. Service was outstanding. We were a large group, and the team took excellent care of us with quick, attentive, and friendly service throughout. The ambience is fantastic, with a rustic, warm vibe that makes the restaurant feel both lively and inviting. Between the incredible food, generous portions, and excellent service, Rumi's Kitchen is an easy recommendation and a place I'd happily return to.

When my wife and I lived in Atlanta, Rumi's first location in Sandy Springs represented our…read morefavorite restaurant in the metro area. It has since expanded into other markets. A recent visit to DC with some dear friends provided the perfect opportunity to check out their branch here and assess how it compares to the original. Happily, I found the food here essentially equivalent to what I sampled at the Atlanta locations, that is, excellent. We started with the sabzi and bread service, which pairs Rumi's excellent and freshly baked Persian style naan with fresh herbs and feta cheese, which makes for a light and refreshing start to the meal. Our appetizers comprised the lamb hummus, the fatoush salad, kashk-bademjan eggplant dip, and the duo of yogurts. All were great, with the classic, creamy eggplant and the tangy, cooling yogurt duo standing out for me personally. We ordered three entrees, including the lamb kebab, beef soltani combination, and the duck fesenjan stew. All the kebabs possessed a juicy texture, great seasoning, and had an excellent cook. The duck had a tangy sweet flavor profile that may not be for everyone but was nonetheless satisfying with rice. Speaking of the rices, the fluffy grains complimented all of our dishes well and we particularly enjoyed the dill-fava bean as well as the lentil-raisin renditions. Do note that portions here are generous, and splitting entrees is suggested especially if you opt for a decent number of appetizers as we did. Special mention should be made of the cocktails at Rumi's. While I personally did not have a mixed drink, my friends all raved about the flavor profiles of their libations and found them refreshing and balanced relative to others we had in the city. Service here meets the high standard I experienced at the Atlanta locations, and our waitress was helpful and attentive. The space itself is bright and strikes a great balance between rustic Persian accents and more modern, swanky touches. Overall, Rumi's offers a well rounded Persian dining experience with great food, drinks, service, and ambiance which is hard to beat. It's well worth a visit for any fan of Middle Eastern flavors, and my wife and I are already planning our next meal here.

Was looking for an Indian restaurant for my son's 21st birthday! I googled this place as we were in…read morethe area sight seeing, based off reviews decided to give it a try. Wow! The prices were reasonable as well. What a great choice, quite literally the best Indian food we've ever had anywhere, hands down! We had an appetizer; samosa chaat, so good and fresh! We had butter chicken as an entree which had the most amazing, creamy, smooth taste I've ever had, no one does it like that! Also got the tandoori paneer tikki, so good, cheese was smoky and melts in mouth, the cheese and butter naan we got was yummy as well! We got a birthday drink too which was quite refreshing. During the meal the owner stopped to see how the food was, I told him it was the best we've ever had, I told him we we're celebrating my sons birthday, at the end of the meal he surprised him with a cake and turned on happy birthday music playing throughout the speakers in the restaurant ! Such a cool ending to a fantastic meal! Not only was the food fantastic but the owner is so friendly and nice! Cannot wait to go back !! You need to runnnnn there !!

A true hidden gem! Himalayan Doko is my absolute favorite indian/nepalese place in the entire US (I…read moretravel a lot and indian food is usually a go-to of mine). The food here is extremely authentic and well seasoned I've eaten most of the lamb/goat dishes here and they're all phenomenal! The first time I came I believe my table had the goat curry, lamb curry, pani puri, samosa chaat, and butter chicken. And this time we got the goat sekuwa, lamb karahi, lamb thakali thali, and pani puri (again). I think it speaks volume about a place when the butter chicken (which is still great) is not the standout dish in a desi restaurant. And even then it's one of the most seasoned versions I've ever tasted. The dishes here are all amazing, flaborful, and not spicy (though I'm sure you can always ask about adding or taking away spice to the waiters). The service here is fast, there's never been a long line. And the place is very clean, spacious, and good for all ages. I cannot recommend this place enough, if you're debating whether or not you should come consider that debate over -- you're coming.

Had a great experience at Charga. We ordered the tandoori chicken, chickpeas, wings, and the…read moreribeye steak kabab skewer, and everything was absolutely delicious. The food was full of flavor, freshly prepared, and really exceeded our expectations. The ribeye steak skewer and tandoori chicken were especially outstanding. The seating area is small and compact, but the quality and taste of the food more than make up for it. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for flavorful and satisfying food!

About a 2-2.5: I was excited to check out Charga, as this seems to be a popular spot with the…read morelocals to get their various styles of chicken, momos, and curries. We came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: +a samosa - served with a small cup of chutney +the Chicken Steamed Momos - filled with ground chicken; these were just okay, as it was ginger-forward; seemed to have been slightly oversteamed, and the skins easily ripped +a 1/4 Chicken with 2 Sides - went for the Charga style, all-white meat (this also included the neck, which was a little weird); opted for the chickpeas and the plantains; the chicken was overcooked and super dried out, which made it inedible; the chickpeas were okay, and the plantains were the only enjoyable part of this combo meal +the Boneless Chicken Tikka Kabob Meal - served on top of rice with a side of salad, chickpeas, and a large naan; the kabob was okay, slightly less dry than the quarter chicken; had an off taste to it +and, a Butter Chicken - served with rice and a large naan; this was more tangy and more tikka masala-like; it was thick, creamy, and still enjoyable! The naan was soft and fluffy, and a great complement to the curry Staff and service was friendly; we did request our orders to be free from coriander and cilantro, but items still came topped with the herb; we were able to pick it off, somewhat. There seems to be a constant flow of patrons picking up catering and to-go orders, as well as some deliveries. Providing to-go containers and a brown bag was generous. Parking is available in the small shared strip plaza lot. +Butter Chicken +avoid the Charga chicken +inaccurate orders +parking available

Happy Birthday Dolcezza!!!!!!!…read more Came by to celebrate a joyous day with a great scoop of their Chocotorta ice cream. This was such a hit that I decided to get something to go. Huge fan of their gelato but this is my first time visiting this location. Service was good Location: this place was perfect for sit down chats with a friend Lots of great flavors to choose from and they have some incredible soft serve flavors Looking forward to visiting again

It was my first time visiting Dolcezza, and I must say I was pleasantly surprised. I got to try the…read moreChocotorta gelato, which was really rich and creamy. I liked that the restaurant had a lot of seating, service was quick, and that staff were very friendly. I was also really pleased to learn that they sell pints of gelato as well. I'll have to come back to try other flavors.