I ordered Rasa on Uber Eats and it was the worst $31 I've spent in a long time. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan, & Samosas. The only thing that was good was the mint cilantro chutney. The Chicken Tikka Masala sauce was SO watery. I could hardly find it in the bowl. Not at all what the picture looked like. The Naan was incredibly soggy and chewy. And the Samosas were incredibly dry and flavorless. A big blob of dry mush surrounded by pastry. I'd way rather go to Trader Joe's and buy this entire meal frozen than order from Rasa again. So disappointed and dissatisfied. I wish I could get a refund. read more

We've been looking forward to trying this cute little place for some time. We stood at the counter for nearly 10 minutes, waiting for an employee to greet us. It was not a big deal initially because we were looking over the menu. However, that became old, and I had to yell into the kitchen to get somebody's attention. We were not super impressed with the service, but we thought we should give it a chance. We started by ordering drinks and some naan bread. Another mistake! They were out of all their beers, the naan bread was cardboard, and we had to empty the chips out of our bag to get to the dipping sauces. One of which was not even filled. read more

RASA - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Hands down, one of the best Indian Food Restaurants ever. It is very modern, yet the authenticity remains. Bright fun colors, cool furniture, and an app to track points and save money! I was so fascinated by the look, the service and the FOOD!!! The flavors were there and you get a good amount for your buck. I wanted to try so many things and sadly, I wish this establishment was nationwide. I had to catch a flight and brought it with me and it STILL tasted so fresh! I will make it a priority to be back again any time I'm in Arlington! read more

Me and my girlfriend were excited that we finally got a chance to grab dinner at the first Virginia location. We liked what we had at the First St location and hoped that they were consistent between locations. We placed an order online for the Tikka Chance on Me bowl, the Goa Your Own Way bowl, 2 garlic naans, a samosa chaat, 2 mango lassis, and 2 masala chai cookies. We ordered each thing separately because it looked cheaper than the doing the meal for 2. Pickup was pretty tough because everything along Crystal Drive is packed with cars picking up and dropping off so make sure you park or it's in walking distance to make it easy. The food traveled ok not much to complain about there. The Tikka Chance bowl was ok, good amount of chicken tikka, lots of veggies, and a decent amount of basmati rice. I was a little soupy at the bottom, not sure where the liquid came from. My girlfriend liked the Goa Your Own Way bowl but it was a little spicier than she expected. The garlic naans were solid but not too much garlic on them. I liked the samosa chaat, good amount of toppings on top of the two samosas. Pretty hefty bowl, could make for a hearty snack. The mango lassis were nice and creamy, good mango and yogurt flavors. The chai masala cookies were really good, they were soft and chewy with strong a chai flavor. Not sure if they were soft from being heated in the bag but I don't remember them being soft last time. Overall pretty good dinner, I was full and we had plenty of leftovers. Pricing between separate items and the meal for two were weird but it's pretty decent prices for a fast casual place like this. read more

Rasa is a feast for the senses. Beautifully decorated inside, with a welcoming vibe. Rasa brings fast casual Indian food to the area. Think Cava or Chipotle but way more complex in flavors. They have create your own bowls or you can choose one of their listed bowls. I chose the open sesame which had lamb; husband chose the chicken tikka bowl. The bowls were delicious! The lamb was flavorful and I loved the curry and chutney that were used. We also ordered garlic naan which was perfect for sopping up the delicious sauce. Great option for lunch or dinner. So glad they opened up a spot outside of DC! read more

RASA - Open sesame - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Going to the place I thought it would be a CAVA rip off with a Indian twist. But honestly it definitely manages to stand out on its own! The food was Indian enough where I was am happy enough but modern enough where anyone can enjoy. The interior and exterior are solid and definitely a fun place to go to. Price per bowl was alittle expensive but being that it's crystal city I can't complain much on it. And small things like there plastic up coming from plants, all gender inclusive bathrooms and just vibes were very fun! Highly recommend read more

RASA - Interior, seats, table - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I ordered the Caul Me Maybe (cute name!) which was a vegetarian option. There are tons of great ingredients packed with flavor. This bowl in particular was a BIT spicy (not too spicy tho!) I love how they have a location so close to me. The interior is so cutely decorated. There's indoor (~3 tables) and outdoor seating. They also offer the option to customize your bowl. Be sure to check out the menu before ordering so you see the array of options available. The mini samosas are also very tasty, although I wish they were heated more before being served. read more

RASA - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Think Cava, but with a little more vim and/or vigor and with an Indian rather than a Mediterranean palate. I was excited to see Rasa open on Crystal Drive with it's vibrant green door. For my first visit, I decided to stick to the menu and got the Tikka Chance on Me bowl. It hit the spot. For this review, I'm going to assume that you get the Cava/Chipotle/Roti/SweetGreens/etc. bowl concept. The chicken tikka was good. The grains were good (and the green base options looked good). A great difference between Rasa and the others is that in addition to a base and a protein, one of the steps is picking a cooked vegetable. The Tikka Chance on Me comes with sautéed spinach, and it was among the best vegetables I've had anywhere. I got there tired and firing on fewer than all cylinders, and their employee was very nice in helping me to get exactly what I wanted. He was helpful in explaining my options, in jumping in to ask questions when I didn't understand what I was saying, etc. He could have done less without complaint but was willing to do a bit extra to make sure I had a good meal. I ordered a side of naan. It was good, and the single $2 serving was plenty. I think one serving is enough for two people to share. I also got the mango lassi to drink: thick, creamy, mango-y deliciousness that I'd also recommend. The decor "pops," the vibe is energetic. I look forward to going back soon! read more

Thank you hypefoodies for featuring this on your page! Once I saw this I knew I had to go, especially after getting comment of the day on this place's video on Instagram. The food was delicious and I honestly liked it better than cava or chipotle. I'm biased since I'm Indian and this place caters to my taste palette, but the idea behind it is so cool. I built my own bowl, and really liked the cauliflower and paneer. I will have to try the sweet potato tikki next time and the tamarind sauce. The best was the young coconut (it comes in an actual coconut too, it's like I'm sipping on the roadside in India) and the vegan mango lassi soft serve. I want a pint of that stuff! Only downsides I believe the AC was leaking because water kept dripping on me, limited seating since this location is quite small, and paid/limited parking. I won't let these things stop me! Will definitely be back. read more

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I tried RASA for the first time a couple days ago and I was truly impressed. I'm a huge fan of Indian food but was hesitant to try RASA because I didn't know how authentic it would be. After the fact I was ashamed to even question their cuisine. I tried the "Goa Your Own Way". My team did carry out so we did not eat at the restaurant but the decor was nice. Look forward to going back again. read more

The food is bland, even you don't prefer spices, the food literally had zero Indian spices. Paneer felt like steamed tofu. Never had such salt less, vanila indian food in my life. read more

I honestly can't say anything negative about this spot. Food was good. I particularly really liked the cookies. The customer service was amazing. Very polite staff. I loved the ambiance as well, because I really enjoyed their playlist. It was a nice place to get away and have a little peace and good food for lunch. In my opinion, the pricing was also adequate. read more

RASA - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This is such a cool concept, it's like an Indian style chipotle! The price is good for the quantity, fast service, and the flavor was great! Highly highly recommend the build your own bowls, though I didn't like the masala chai soft serve. Definitely coming back! read more

RASA - Masala chai soft serve - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Excellent Indian fast casual lunch spot, the best I've had to date. Better than Merzi. Tasty and healthy. Very few seats inside (two tables with six chairs each and three seats by window, then four small tables outside). I was happy with my rice noodle and rice bowls (rice is a little over cooked, rice is essentially thin rice vermicelli, you can mix two grains or green bases) with chicken, tamarind chili or peanut or coconut sauces, spinach (like palak paneer's spinach), with crispy lentils, chickpea crackers, yogurt sauce, masala beet (crispy, nicely spiced), and fried noodles. I'd avoid the dried green chili leaves which was unnecessarily salty and lost its crisp once mixed in the bowl. read more

The food was amazing and the service from Alejandro was great. He attended me very well and serviced me with all my needs.

Affordable build your own bowl style Indian restaurant with a huge variety for everyone! The open sesame was great, especially the eggplant pieces. Beautiful presentation and fast service with a great balance overall. The garlic naan was decent, probably wouldn't go for it again. read more

RASA - Open Sesame - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Looking for a samosa snack or a full, fast meal? Go here! I don't know what took us so long, but this is now a go-to when we are around Crystal City (tourists, you may know the area as National Landing). Build your bowl and enjoy the food. Don't skimp on your sauce choices! read more

I wish we had something like Rasa in Milwaukee, WI to enjoy their tasty vegetarian options. Diners get their choice of a base, protein, sauce, vegetables and other add ins and crunchy toppers. There were so many options it was hard to make sure I got it all in the bowl! First time diners would benefit from ordering off the "we got you" menu to avoid being overwhelmed with decisions. read more

Came here for lunch on a weekend, got a built-my-own bowl with half rice noodles, a quarter spinach, and a quarter lettuce for my base, half chicken tikka and half tofu & cauliflower for protein, tomato garlic sauce, pickled onion, beets, carrot slaw, cucumber, corn, mango, mint chutney, jalapeno chips, and lentil chips. The food was fresh, quite a good portion for $11.83 including tax. Flavors were good, but the chicken was dry and not very flavorful. Inside was clean and had quite a few tables, some outdoor seating as well. read more

The owners of this chain have done an amazing job with bringing the flavors of India into a delectable bowl. The servers are courteous and accommodating. Each one takes Pride in the item that goes into your meal and they're knowledgeable of the food being served. The story of the uniquely designed door had me riveted. Beautiful, authentic piece that adds a unique feature to the space. Don't leave without a serving of the mango or Marsala chai soft serve ice cream. It's a treat for your palate. This is authentic, great food fast. read more

Tried two things hear. The decor pretty good BUT the food is definitely below average. We ordered samosa chaat which was just the right quantity but just v mediocre. The second meal was bowls with chicken tikka - nothing great. I would avoid second time visit read more

Excellent food with great atmosphere. Ended a long work-day there with two colleagues.

A fast casual restaurant that doesn't disappoint. The bowls are filling and the food is packed with flavor. There are a lot of spices used, so your taste buds will thank you...unless you're basic and like bland food. You have a lot of options to choose from on the menu. I'm a huge fan of the "tikka chance on me" bowl. From the chicken and garlic sauce to the rice and sautéed spinach, everything blends well in every bite. If you're feeling thirsty, the cocktails are excellent. You can't go wrong with the spiked lassi. It's sweet with the smooth texture of typical lassi and awesomeness of rum. The atmosphere is clean and casual. The staff members are nice and quick to serve. read more

I didn't like the way the food looked but the taste is not bad. Overhyped to me but to each their own. read more

RASA - Goa Your Own Way - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Ambiance: Beautiful decor, the smell is amazing, and the facility is clean. Food: Tasty, colorful, and fairly priced. I ordered the chicken bowl (Tikki Chance On Me). I probably could have done without a few of the toppings, but next time I will make my own bowl. Overall the food was very good. It tasted like a home cooked meal. Staff: It was my first time coming to this restaurant. The girl who made my bowl was not very friendly, and did not seem to want to assist me with my order. She sort of dumped everything on and did not see if I actually wanted less or extra of the sauce. I had a lot of questions, but she's sort of rushed through my bowl and left it with the cashier. The cashier seemed to be in a good mood though so that was nice. Conclusion: I had an overall positive experience and would return. read more

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Every time I am in DC make a point to stop here! The food, the atmosphere, the service... It is absolutely worth your time to try this place out! And they have a hilarious sign in the bathroom read more

RASA - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Don't judge me, but I drove from Maryland to come here two nights in a row! I love Rasa. I'd have to say my favorite things are the exciting flavor profiles and the number of vegan options. I'm a nursing mom, with a baby who is allergic to dairy--coming here saves me from having to make a ton of adjustments to the meal. Service is always fast and the meals are hearty. I love the super grain option--I feel full and satisfied but not sluggish! I certainly recommend Rasa! read more

I'm sorry but after spending $37 on 2 meals and 2 drinks I was expecting a better tasting meal. Rice was good, chicken was ok and the corn was good but overall it was a very disappointing meal for us both. Better to get a meal from a regular Indian restaurant Imo. read more

Great fast casual Indian option! Food was excellent, was able to keep it healthy and still pack it full of flavor. Definitely recommend the chili chicken as a protein, it comes with a kick and has tons of flavor. Ordered online for pick up and it was ready in 15-20 minutes. read more

Amazing flavors. I love Indian food and this is a Chipotle version of Indian food with a twist. I chose half lemon rice with half arugula as a base (you can get half and half), half chicken with half tofu as the main, tomato sauce, corn, chickpeas, carrots and beets and sunflower seeds. The lemon rice with the chicken and tomato sauce were SO good. The tofu was just ok and the chickpeas and beets not exciting. People behind the counter were very nice and helpful. Modern atmosphere in a small space. You can get your food in a ceramics bowl with actual silverware or a to go container. They were giving out canvas bags as to go bags. There are cute two swings at the entrance and tables outside. Very good use of a small space. I will be back. read more

RASA - Shrimp with lemon rice and green beans - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I don't write reviews often but when I do, it's for RASA (FYI I am not "the most interesting (wo)man in the world" and I don't drink Dos Equis lol...) I am SO excited that RASA is doing well and opened their THIRD location in Crystal City. The food as always has great flavors, quality and service! I really enjoy their menu and also the option to build your own bowl depending on my mood. I love getting their garlic naan, samosas (my previous roommate form India loved these), mango lassi (so yummy!), fresh young coconut (with RASA branded on it!), chocolate chip masala chai cookies, and their mango lassi & masala chai soft serves! Basically, most of the menu haha Also, this RASA location (and the ones in Navy Yard and Mount Vernon Triangle) are always so nicely designed and decorated with their signature colorful main door and art (created by local artists). This third location is great because it is the first one outside of DC but conveniently located in Crystal City so great for lunch or after work bites! I always recommend RASA to friends looking for great Indian food in the DC area! One time in an Uber, the driver and I even struck up a conversation about Indian food and we bonded over how good RASA is and how he would go there on his meal breaks because he loved it so much! Congratulations to RASA on a new location and wishing you the best on your continued success! read more

Tried their Tikka Chance on Me bowl to go for a quick dinner. 5/5 recommend. So good!

Amazing food great service . Healthy hardy bowls and salads ! Love the chicken tikka avocado salad and the lemonade

I wish I could give Rasa a higher rating but the problem is you get much less food than at similar buffet-style salad bowl lunch places like Cava and Mezeh. They force you to choose only one ingredient from several categories, and within those categories they are super super careful about portion size, so you only get a small portion of everything. With Cava and Mezeh they're a lot more flexible and accommodating, they'll let you get extra meat or something and tell you "it's $1 extra" or something like that. At Rasa they rush you through the whole process and what you have is usually a bowl with greens, a few tiny servings of some veggies and a few sauces on top. The skimpy portions are much less of a deal than at Mezeh and Cava. read more

First time trying a place like this. The lamb was really good! They had a lot of gluten free options and easy to customize your bowl. read more

RASA - Build your own bowl. - Indian Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

If you go here, knowing what good Indian food taste, like you will be disappointed. Possibly if you do not know what Indian food is supposed to taste like you will be satisfied. read more

I give this a thumbs up. It's a nice twist on modern Indian inspired bowls and wraps, not overly spicy but pretty tasty.

Love this place! It's like the Indian Chipotle. Everything tastes so good. Will come back for sure. read more

I was so so so disappointed with my dinner tonight. The last time I ate at Rasa, they were fairly new and the food was good and fresh. When I went at 6:30 pm this evening, most of the food was cold and dry. I don't eat meat so I wanted shrimp but the 4 pieces of shrimp left looked so dehydrated and sad. I asked for extra green beans (as a side) but when I took a bite, they were so stringy and dry The guy working there didn't help the matter either because he was not friendly ( even with a bit of an attitude) and not so helpful. $15 of dinner in the trash bin. I will never go back. read more

Mario and Alejandro gave me the best experience at the shop, without them I would have not been able to choose what goes in my bowl. I recommend everyone who is reading this to come to this shop and try it out!! The food and customer service was amazing and will always come back. read more