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Can't believe I'd never been to Rice until today! The space is compact, like you'd expect for 14th St, but cozy. They were able to seat our party of 7 for lunch without a reservation. Everything we had--spring rolls, edamame, noodles, Thai iced tea--was tasty and fresh. The menu is also clearly marked with the dishes that can be made vegan or are spicy. I recommend the drunken noodles with tofu! The service slowed a bit as they got more crowded but overall were attentive. It's a good spot and the market downstairs is an added bonus! I'd go back.
An adorable local Thai restaurant with a very cool Asian market in the basement. The food at the restaurant is stellar and the staff is lovely! The food comes out fast and the overall place has a very cozy feeling. The sushi is amazing, the Pad Thai is top 5 best in DC for sure, and the Spicy Duck is GREAT! It's a great portion of duck and prepared in a very unique and delicious way! Love coming here!
Passed by this place several times and finally was able to make it for dinner. I have been to the store a few times but never dined at the restaurant. I was shocked to see a lower than aged rating on Yelp. Seems most of the 1,2 and 3 star reviews were from a few years ago. Can't speak to what it was back then but my meal was delicious. I got the red curry noodles with beef and it was fantastic! The dish came with the squid ink noodles, potatoes, vegetables and beef of course. The broth was phenomenal and packed with flavor. We opted to sit outside since it was such a nice day! Service was pretty quick but it did take forever to get the bill. We had to walk inside to ask for the check. I would definitely come again and love they have takeout so I don't have to dine inside if it's busy.
Rice Restaurant is my favorite spot for pad thai + pad see ew. Yesterday I decided to try their sushi, and it did not disappoint. I wish there were a few more pieces, but it's at a great price point. The roll, pad thai, and basil fried rice were so tasty.
One of my favorite Thai food spots in Northwest, and my go-to for takeout. The inside of the restaurant is cute and the outdoor seating along 14th street is great on a nice day. The cocktails were decent, I liked the Passion Cooler. Green Papaya Pad Thai - Go-to dish here. Lighter but just as flavorful as regular pad thai. (5/5) Drunken Squid Ink - So so good. The squid ink spaghetti adds a nice umami flavor to the drunken noodle dish. (5/5) Still good (4/5): Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, Tom Yum Soup, Traditional Rolls-- consistent but only comes with 6 pieces. Pass (3/5): Pad See Eew, Panang Curry-- they put mixed vegetables including cabbage into their curry which I did not like because it watered down the curry.
Rice was a great dinner spot! Came here with a friend in need of some tasty Thai food and were not disappointed. We sat outside and started our meal off with the Spring Rolls and drinks. The rolls were crispy and had a unique sauce that really livened up the flavors of the appetizer. I got the Matcha Margarita and appreciated its smooth, sweet flavor. All matcha lovers need to give this a try! I then got the Drunken Noodles with chicken for my main. I loved all of the crispy, flavorful vegetables in the dish. Portions were so filling I had a great amount of leftovers for the next day. Not too pricey and tastes great! One downside - I would have liked it to be spicier. Remember to ask them for spice levels before ordering. If you are in need of a new dinner spot, Rice is just the place!
This place is fantastic for big parties to visit. The restaurant really takes care of everyone to make people feel truly welcomed. The server was beyond nice even augmenting drinks to specifications enjoyed at the table. Each dish was simple perfection too. This place is a must try.
Tofu Pad Thai with egg, chive, ground peanuts, red bean curd and bean sprouts --- literal YUM! loved how cozy rice restaurant was, no frills, but great food at a neighborhood spot
I have genuinely only ever heard good things about Rice, so it's about time I make an appearance - I absolutely love the idea of a half market - half restaurant. there are shockingly few Asian markets in DC so this place provides for the people!! ofc I didn't even remember to go check the downstairs market out after dinner....an excuse to go back! - I ordered the chicken and Asian pumpkin. never had pumpkin in an Asian style dish and this was fabulous. I can't can't quite describe the sauce, but it was not too gingery or soy sauce heavy, somehow enough flavor to saturate the chicken but allow for the pumpkins flavor to come through - the pumpkin was cooked perfectly to be delicate and soft but still had a break in texture with the skin (even tho it wasn't hard / inedible like squash skin can be) - loved the portion of chicken. rice was overcooked and not the most appealing as you can see - my friend loved her drunken noodle. such a good serving of chicken, soft noodles, and overall delicious - the service left a lot to be desired, I wasn't expecting a casual market based restaurant to have over the top service but the woman made no efforts to be warm! and she took my plate while I was actively still chewing ha!
Finally dined in at Rice (rather than takeout) and can't rave enough about how good it is. Waters were refilled very quickly. Service was great but not overbearing. I got the pad Thai with chicken and the portion was insanely huge that I had a huge box for leftovers. The Brussels sprouts appetizer was also insanely good. The vibe is cozy but everyone seemed to be there with a friend catching up. I will definitely make this one of my new casual places to eat in.
Would come back again, food was decent. We got a seafood noodle dish and a curry dish. Both were solid, not amazing, but comforting and I would come back if I craved Thai. They had good service and the ambiance was cozy
Hidden gem on 14th I really like the sushi and the curries here. Without a doubt the khao sou is my favorite it's rich and spicy with tender chicken. With fried noodles adding some needed texture. Service is kind and quick. No reservations but can usually get a table without much issue. Definitely check out the market below it's perfect for fresh fish or to go meals. read more
Considering I basically live right around the corner, it's a shame that it's taken me so long to try!! Came for lunch on a Sunday with a friend and we split a few different things, including a curry, a sushi roll, and some noodles. Everything was really delicious and flavorful, and I was very impressed, especially considering that it was relatively inexpensive. My favorite part was going downstairs and shopping in the market afterward. Again, I'm shocked by the fact that I've never been here before! They do fun little classes and they were doing a rice tasting while I was there, which is pretty cool. read more
Rice, not to be confused with Rice Market. Cute restaurant, which apparently also hosts classes and private events like hand pulled noodle making etc. I came here for a friend's birthday which was nice, but a little hard for a large group. I do appreciate that the tab was able to be split by individual though. The restaurant doesn't have a ton of seating like most dc restaurants, so calling ahead or making a reservation is a good call. We had an early dinner, so I was able to take advantage of their happy hour from 4-6:30. I ordered the rice whiskey which had a very subtle flavor, nice and not too alcoholic. I also ordered the poke tower, which was good, but not enough food to get full on. I ordered the khao soi, which was good, but a little too much broth and not enough noodles. The noodles also felt like they had been oversoaked and cooked in the broth. I think the pad thai would've been a better choice. More than half the dish was broth that was too sweet to drink on its own. I think if you got a rice side it'd be good to share with someone. read more
Can't believe I'd never been to Rice until today! The space is compact, like you'd expect for 14th St, but cozy. They were able to seat our party of 7 for lunch without a reservation. Everything we had--spring rolls, edamame, noodles, Thai iced tea--was tasty and fresh. The menu is also clearly marked with the dishes that can be made vegan or are spicy. I recommend the drunken noodles with tofu! The service slowed a bit as they got more crowded but overall were attentive. It's a good spot and the market downstairs is an added bonus! I'd go back. read more
11 months ago
An adorable local Thai restaurant with a very cool Asian market in the basement. The food at the restaurant is stellar and the staff is lovely! The food comes out fast and the overall place has a very cozy feeling. The sushi is amazing, the Pad Thai is top 5 best in DC for sure, and the Spicy Duck is GREAT! It's a great portion of duck and prepared in a very unique and delicious way! Love coming here! read more
Passed by this place several times and finally was able to make it for dinner. I have been to the store a few times but never dined at the restaurant. I was shocked to see a lower than aged rating on Yelp. Seems most of the 1,2 and 3 star reviews were from a few years ago. Can't speak to what it was back then but my meal was delicious. I got the red curry noodles with beef and it was fantastic! The dish came with the squid ink noodles, potatoes, vegetables and beef of course. The broth was phenomenal and packed with flavor. We opted to sit outside since it was such a nice day! Service was pretty quick but it did take forever to get the bill. We had to walk inside to ask for the check. I would definitely come again and love they have takeout so I don't have to dine inside if it's busy. read more
Rice Restaurant is my favorite spot for pad thai + pad see ew. Yesterday I decided to try their sushi, and it did not disappoint. I wish there were a few more pieces, but it's at a great price point. The roll, pad thai, and basil fried rice were so tasty. read more
One of my favorite Thai food spots in Northwest, and my go-to for takeout. The inside of the restaurant is cute and the outdoor seating along 14th street is great on a nice day. The cocktails were decent, I liked the Passion Cooler. Green Papaya Pad Thai - Go-to dish here. Lighter but just as flavorful as regular pad thai. (5/5) Drunken Squid Ink - So so good. The squid ink spaghetti adds a nice umami flavor to the drunken noodle dish. (5/5) Still good (4/5): Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, Tom Yum Soup, Traditional Rolls-- consistent but only comes with 6 pieces. Pass (3/5): Pad See Eew, Panang Curry-- they put mixed vegetables including cabbage into their curry which I did not like because it watered down the curry. read more
Rice was a great dinner spot! Came here with a friend in need of some tasty Thai food and were not disappointed. We sat outside and started our meal off with the Spring Rolls and drinks. The rolls were crispy and had a unique sauce that really livened up the flavors of the appetizer. I got the Matcha Margarita and appreciated its smooth, sweet flavor. All matcha lovers need to give this a try! I then got the Drunken Noodles with chicken for my main. I loved all of the crispy, flavorful vegetables in the dish. Portions were so filling I had a great amount of leftovers for the next day. Not too pricey and tastes great! One downside - I would have liked it to be spicier. Remember to ask them for spice levels before ordering. If you are in need of a new dinner spot, Rice is just the place! read more
6 months ago
Great happy hour, great nagiri, one of my favorite stops on 14th. Fantastic gift shop and Asian market in the basement level. read more
This place is fantastic for big parties to visit. The restaurant really takes care of everyone to make people feel truly welcomed. The server was beyond nice even augmenting drinks to specifications enjoyed at the table. Each dish was simple perfection too. This place is a must try. read more
2 years ago
Tofu Pad Thai with egg, chive, ground peanuts, red bean curd and bean sprouts --- literal YUM! loved how cozy rice restaurant was, no frills, but great food at a neighborhood spot read more
I have genuinely only ever heard good things about Rice, so it's about time I make an appearance - I absolutely love the idea of a half market - half restaurant. there are shockingly few Asian markets in DC so this place provides for the people!! ofc I didn't even remember to go check the downstairs market out after dinner....an excuse to go back! - I ordered the chicken and Asian pumpkin. never had pumpkin in an Asian style dish and this was fabulous. I can't can't quite describe the sauce, but it was not too gingery or soy sauce heavy, somehow enough flavor to saturate the chicken but allow for the pumpkins flavor to come through - the pumpkin was cooked perfectly to be delicate and soft but still had a break in texture with the skin (even tho it wasn't hard / inedible like squash skin can be) - loved the portion of chicken. rice was overcooked and not the most appealing as you can see - my friend loved her drunken noodle. such a good serving of chicken, soft noodles, and overall delicious - the service left a lot to be desired, I wasn't expecting a casual market based restaurant to have over the top service but the woman made no efforts to be warm! and she took my plate while I was actively still chewing ha! read more
8 months ago
Great service and atmosphere, food was fresh and delicious. Sushi and brussels spout salad was great read more
Finally dined in at Rice (rather than takeout) and can't rave enough about how good it is. Waters were refilled very quickly. Service was great but not overbearing. I got the pad Thai with chicken and the portion was insanely huge that I had a huge box for leftovers. The Brussels sprouts appetizer was also insanely good. The vibe is cozy but everyone seemed to be there with a friend catching up. I will definitely make this one of my new casual places to eat in. read more
11 months ago
Would come back again, food was decent. We got a seafood noodle dish and a curry dish. Both were solid, not amazing, but comforting and I would come back if I craved Thai. They had good service and the ambiance was cozy read more
11 months ago
This place is adorable! There's some outdoor and indoor seating and a cute little marker downstairs. The food is delicious and service is good. Great date spot. The sushi was amaaaazing - loved the shrimp tempura roll (def preferred over the tiger roll for me). The seaweed salad had chili flakes in it, which I would prefer without, personally. The Tom kha was so so so tasty! I'll definitely be back! read more
2 years ago
I've been to Rice a couple of times now and it never disappoints! Their sushi is so fresh and pad thai is amazing + huge portions. Really cozy atmosphere. Service is incredible here - all of the staff is so nice and very fast, would highly recommend. read more
6 months ago
Rice Market & Restaurant I have lived 1 block from this Thai restaurant for 10 years but only just now getting around to checking this out for the first time. What took me so long??? For those DC folks who remember DC Noodle on U Street (closed 2022), Rice is the parent and brought over many of the beloved noodle dishes to the menu at Rice. This place has an Asian market downstairs, restaurant on the main floor, and upstairs they have a teaching kitchen! I'm very excited to report on this! Though I didn't get to see the teaching kitchen. No class today. In the Market: they have everything from Kikkoman and Marukan to imported brands in various Asian languages; and also noodles and grains, sauces and spices, tea and wine, home goods and decor, as well as pre-cooked meals and meals ready-to-cook, this little market has a little bit of everything! And how fun to have a grab and go to eat at home, or pick up a meal kit to cook yourself at home? Genius move for a restaurant! Upstairs is the dining room: small and minimalist dining room seating 26 at tables, 10 at the bar, 4 at the front window, and 26 on the patio, there is a different feel to each. Find the vibe that suits you. I sat in the dining room to take in the quiet ambiance and focus on the food experience. From the Happy Hour menu (3-6:30),I ordered the Golden Triangle pineapple rum cocktail. Ok, I had 2... Sweet with a little citrus balance, and absolutely delicious! Also from HH Food, I ordered the Takoyaki.: a ball-shaped Japanese dumpling-esque snack (from Wikipedia): "typically filled with minced or diced octopus, tempura scraps, pickled ginger, and green onion". These two are not on the regular menu, so be sure to come during HH to try these! I also ordered the shrimp tempura roll at the HH price. Good deal saving $3! From the regular menu I ordered the Tom Yum Goong soup: shrimp and mushroom in lemongrass broth. Plentiful mushrooms but only 2 tail-on shrimp, and a surprising couple of grape tomatoes. You really get the savory sweetness of the lemongrass, the earthiness of the mushroom, and light and delicate shrimp. A Thai classic that is light but gives a lot of flavor. As an entree, as if the soup, sushi roll, and takoyaki weren't enough: I ordered the Sautéed beef and ginger rice dish with snow peas and bell peppers. Huge portion! I only had a few bites and I was done: eyes bigger than stomach syndrome, but how could I come to a restaurant named Rice and NOT get a rice meal? Had to get a box, so, 2 more meals! Dessert offerings today were coconut or green tea ice cream. I had to get the coconut! Served in a little jar made for a cute presentation, but the whole thing had been sitting in a freezer and was difficult to scoop but it was tasty nonetheless! And sipping on the pineapple cocktail was giving a delicious piña colada experience! Staff was friendly, but could be a little more attentive. I had to ask for water, and it wasn't busy. All in all, a delicious experience I would highly recommend! Check this place out! read more
This is one of the most fantastic Thai spots I have ever been to. The food quality and freshness of the vegetables especially are truly unmatched! I got the red curry noodles with chicken. The ambiance is warm and intimate. Don't miss the market downstairs! It had great and unique products including DIY kits for making your own Thai food at home. read more
3 years ago
My husband and I came here for lunch and we were seated fairly quickly. The seats were interesting as it outline a butt and legs which surprisingly made it pretty comfortable to sit in. We opted for the Crab Ragoon to start, Spicy Duck rice dish and Red Miso Ramen. All dishes came out hot and the chef personally placed it on the table. My only feedback was that the waitress was not attentive as it took some time to place our order nor was I given a knife to eat my duck. I would definitely come back to try their other dishes as everything tasted yummy. read more
7 months ago
3 years ago
I am mildly disappointed in the restaurant portion of this establishment. The food was really just OK. I didn't really know what to get, so I asked the server what his favorite dish was and ordered that, which was a chicken stir fry. The flavor was really lacking. It felt like it was just seasoned with sugar and soy sauce. I had high expectations since it was the server's favorite, but next time I will consult Yelp. read more
7 months ago
8 months ago
I have passed this restaurant so many times and am SO disappointed in myself for not popping in sooner. I am half Asian so I'm always on the hunt for good Asian food & this did not disappoint. I've been craving papaya salad since my last trip to Laos, so ordered that and was SO ON POINT. I don't think the grilled shrimp on top does anything for the dish so I removed. Stellar all on its own. I also had the green curry with pork which was delicious and the vegetables were all fresh (not over cooked in the least). I went back a few days later for lunch, and was unfortunately underwhelmed by the pad Thai. But that's okay - I know there's a whole menu for me to try. I even ordered food to go for my niece who just had a baby & delivered to Alexandria. And can not forget to mention the AMAZINGLY chic market downstairs. Not to be missed. Need a host/ess gift? Beautifully curated items from housewares, specialty sanitizer, books, cards, to a table of flora and fauna. OH WAIT....they also have grab-n-go HOT or COLD prepared food items from the menu. Need ingredients to make your favorite Asian dish? Everything from spices and sauces to dry goods AND fresh produce. Reminded me of Japan and the food halls/stores in Tokyo. Vast selection of Sake, Japanese beers, wines, etc. and I'm super excited they carry small bags of rice so I don't need to buy 10 lb bags anymore now that I live in DC with less cabinet space. Honestly - DON'T pass this one by. Still only doing take out, FYI. read more
Overall: 4/5!!! Hands down one of my favorite Pad Thai places; we unfortunately did not dine in, but even with delivery, I would 1000% recommend this place to any of my friends :) (See below for more of a specific review) Service: 5/5; We didn't dine in, but the individual who took our order was efficient and friendly! Great phone/delivery service :) Location: 5/5; My best friends and I were spending the weekend in DuPont Circle, and we just ordered for delivery and it our order arrived extremely fast/in the predicted, timely manner. Space/Restaurant: N/A; My friends and I wanted to stay at home for a dinner and a movie, so I unfortunately wasn't able to evaluate the restaurant space :/ Food... ...Pad Thai: 4/5; The Pad Thai presentation was great! I really loved the egg laid on top of the whole take out box, it was really cute and awesome. The Medium spice was really perfect for me (spicy, but not to the point where I was sniffing all the time) and I love spicy food. I would say that it could use a little more flavor, but that might just be because we opted for Tofu over chicken or beef! ...Pad See Ew: 4/5; The Pad See Ew was so yummy! We ordered this one in Medium spice too, but it was a bit more spicy. I always order Pad See Ew in my Thai restaurant endeavors, and this had to have been one of my favorites! ...Shrimp Fried Rice: 3/5; The Shrimp Fried Rice that we ordered was a bit oilier than usual, but it was still good! I personally don't really like fried rice very much, but this was actually really good in a small portion. My friends and I were really hungry and excited after a day in DC when we ordered this meal, but between the three of us, the serving amount was PERFECT, and we even had extra food/leftovers for the next day. I love this place and I would 100% order and eat here again :) read more
3 years ago
Rice is a mediocre Asian restaurant, serving what sounds like delectable meals that are actually bland, home-cooked, cheap and ordinary dishes. First, the service was rude. Rice does not accept reservations, so we simply showed up for dinner. Without proposing that we wait or be put on a waitlist, the hostess/waiter demanded that we sit at the bar. Even though we asked, she was stern and unapologetically rude (indistinguishable from takeout service). There are a lot of choices of mouthwatering ingredient combinations. Duck with lemongrass, drunken squid ink wok noodles, kao soi, etc. So many great choices! However, disappointingly, they were very underwhelming. It felt like a fast food experience and an absolute ripoff. Their Kao Soi is served with minimal amount of broth, three tiny pieces of chicken and stale dried noodles straight from a pack of instant ramen. The one redeeming quality is their basement store. It has wonderful ingredients, unique drinks and artsy tableware. I loved exploring the store and truly wished that their restaurant matched its uniqueness. read more
Rice has become such a staple and comfort food for me in D.C.! The Drunken noodles are heavenly and the perfect texture. There is also a perfect amount of vegetable and noodles to feel satisfied. The small quaint place also gives it a local and homey feeling. There is no doubt that Rice is the place to go for any and every meal! read more
This is an awesome Asian grocery store with fresh & reasonably priced ready made meals! The grocery store contained nearly every sauce I've ever searched the city for and a wide variety of noodles, rices, and ESPECIALLY sauces. The back of the store was much like a boutique, selling Asian cook books and cooking equipment. The ready-made-meal that I purchased was one of the freshest dishes I've had in the city, especially in winter. read more
Don't let the rating scare you- this food is delicious! And I only got takeout- can't imagine how it might be even tastier sitting down inside! I got the spicy duck and can confirm- it is spicy but not too bad! Just don't eat the spicy leaves that are in the dish if it's too much for you. Duck was tender and the sauce was perfect. Came with a container of rice as well. I also had the pork steamed buns. They were very tender and flavorful. As I said, I only had take out but from my brief time inside, the vibe was warm and cozy. Would definitely come back! read more
I discovered this place through Tik Tok and decided to try it out. A small intimate space. Great for a quick lunch or dinner. The Thai Iced Tea is must try. It's a delicious creamy and light beverage to quench any hot day. The sushi was fresh and delicious. The drunken noodle were my favorite. Even though it was a noodle dish it tasted super light with a good amount of heat. The wait staff was super friendly and helpful. read more
3 years ago
Walked in here for dinner last night. Great ambience and a wide selection of dishes! The spicy matcha margarita was 5/5, spicy but still fresh. We started with the spring rolls which were okay, not what we were expecting but had an interesting squash flavor. The drunken noodles were solid and the stir fry chicken with lemongrass and thai pickles was extremely good. Service was a little slow at the beginning, but the food came quickly after we ordered. read more
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