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Rice Bar

4.5 (256 reviews)
ModerateNoodles, Korean, Delis
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Good for groups
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Tara E.

I really liked this place! I loved the ordering system, where you grab a paper and mark off everything you want in your order because it made it really easy to order and streamlined the process of the food being made. They had so much options for toppings and many different flavor options to try! They had a decent amount of seating as well. My only issue would be that it's a bit more expensive than I'd like to spend for lunch.

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Audrey E.

A great lunch to keep my energy up on a museum day full of walking! We needed something substantial but also wouldn't weigh us down (and nearby) and this was just perfect. I love a menu that makes it easy to order and checking off exactly what you want to eat makes it incredibly easy. They have a lot of different options so you can get something completely different from the rest of your group if you want. I got some bulgolgi with carrots, fried onions, seaweed salad, and corn - topped with a little teriyaki sauce. They have extra sauces in the shop if you want a little something more or changed your mind. The service was very quick and the servers were nice. Bonus points for their delicious cola!

Spicy chicken over rice
Susan J.

There are a few eateries in this little indoor courtyard and I decided to settle and order "spicy chicken over rice." This place is a Korean inspired cava/rasa/chipotle. You can order rice or noodle and build upon your bowl. I decided to order one of their classics. Marinated bean sprouts, eggplant, zucchini, fried egg, carrots, chicken topped with your choice of sauce; I choose gochujang. I wanted the chicken to be prepared grilled, but instead it was boiled and probably doused with some pepper paste. Did it blow my mind? No. Did it fill my tummy up with Korean flavors? Yes. It's not on par with what you find in your neighborhood K-town joint, but it did its job to quench my hunger for $16.

Bulgogi over with  rice and sides
Nikki M.

Very quick bite to eat Korean fast food joint. You can pick your own fresh toppings and/or complete a slip as you walk into the door hand it to the prep person and go to the cashier. Unless you know what you're eating you wont know what you're eating there is no clear labels or labels for the sauces etc ,you literally have to ask what sauce it is and what's that before you add it to your bowl. Technically it's not a rice bar per se ,they have Ramon as well as other noodle base selections in addition to rice, brown rice, etc. The prices are too next time I'll try the chicken curry maybe ....its also a little tight in there so seating is first come first serve .

Bulgogi beef bibimbop
Gene W.

Sometimes having too many choices & decisions to make can hinder a good dining experience. Thankfully, they have "signature" items to choose from. Other reviewers describe Rice Bar as a Korean/Asian chipotle-like eatery and that's accurate. Items are fresh and plentiful. Many choices of starch (rice, noodles, etc.), proteins, sauces, etc. Good value if you choose basic meals though with enough additions, you can easily spend $20 on your meal. Lots of counter seating in a tight space. It's likely that much of the clientele do takeout. Service was standard fast-food style.

Make your own...
Haj R.

Great food. Came here for lunch and wasn't disappointed. I went with their signature dish but they offer build your own (bibimbap and noodles). Toppings were fresh as was the rice. Delicious and I would recommend coming here to get your Bibimbap on. I'll come here again.

Cass A.

Love this concept! Picking a base (we went with rice in one and ramen noodles in the other), protein (chicken in one and beef in the other), then 4 add-ons, plus a sauce. We were able to make two completely different flavor profiles, meaning the opportunities feel endless as lunch options. However, the sizes are pretty large. I don't think I could eat a full serving then go back to the office, but going straight back to our walking-heavy afternoon was perfect. There isn't a ton of seating, but I imagine a fair amount of people take this to-go to eat elsewhere.

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Roy A.

5 Stars Great spot for a quick and satisfying noodle or rice bowl! The ordering process is simple, grab a tag, I selected buckwheat, 4 ingredients (my choice- broccoli, mushrooms, roasted onions, seaweed), fish broth or miso and pick up your meal at the cashier. The service is fast, and the miso soup is always hot, adding extra flavor to the bowl. The prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is inviting, with modern music playing and plenty of indoor seating. Whether you're in a rush or looking to sit and enjoy your meal, this place delivers on both quality and convenience. Highly recommend!

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Phil N.

This is a noble 3 Review. Service: This is the kind of place where you walk up and fill out a form to get your order. You pick the ingredients, there are some presets for novices like me. You hand the slip to a person behind counter and they may your meal. Ambience: This is in an office building a block off the mall. Convenient and quick lunch spot where you eat at the counter. I would be doing you a disservice to say it was a romantic date night spot, it is not that. The food is great. You can configure to create Korean and Japanese bowls or soups. It is up to you to create a masterpiece or something less.

Spicy tofu with peanut sauce over ramen
Karen W.

I like the paper ordering system but I was a bit overwhelmed at the options. I ended up building my own options. It turned out pretty good. But I should have ordered a rice bowl. It is part of their name so I bet their rice bowls are good.

Buckwheat Spicy Chicken Noodle
Scott A.

All five family members enjoyed lunch here today. Service was fast and easy with filling out individual order sheets. Gluten free options abound as well! Flavors were excellent and the bowls were put together quickly! Each to order and loaded with fresh veggies, and proteins of choice and mine was topped off with a delicious miso broth. Nice atmosphere and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Well run establishment!

Bulgogi Udon Noodle (the premade right off menu one)
Amanda D.

Can I just say this was literally the best place we ate in DC! If you are going to the Air and Space Museum or anywhere close then get lunch here. You have to be looking for this place.... It's on the bottom floor of a high rise. It was popping for lunch. You order on a paper. Some high and some low seats... super small busy shop. Was able to sit easily but this place cannot really accommodate a wheelchair or stroller. The food was awesome - if you can eat in with the metal bowl vs takeout container I imagine it's better. They do have fountain or bottled soda. The only thing to be aware of is that is technically doesn't have a bathroom. I think there was one that people were able to use but just one (didn't see).

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Nice option in The area. Like the chicken stew and the bowls. Great lunch option vs the usual sandwich shops.

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