Rasika is a contemporary Indian restaurant that draws inspiration from a time-honored dining tradition, allowing you to embrace the joy of sharing a diverse selection of appetizers and entrees with your companions. With a focus on creating a memorable experience, Rasika offers an array of seating options to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a relaxing bar and lounge area, a communal dining table, the inviting main dining room, or the exclusivity of a private dining room, Rasika caters to your desired ambiance. With an extensive wine collection stored in a temperature-controlled cellar, Rasika ensures that your beverage choices perfectly complement your culinary journey. Their commitment to providing a modern dining experience is evident in their offering of small plates, fostering a social and interactive approach to dining. Rasika Penn Quarter is designed to accommodate up to 200 guests, featuring various seating arrangements to suit both intimate gatherings and larger parties. For more intimate gatherings, they provide a private room that can comfortably seat up to 14 individuals, while a dedicated chef's table is available for up to 12 guests. When exploring Rasika's menu, be sure to savor their Sev Batata Puri, expertly prepared with crispy biscuits, potatoes, raw mangoes, gram flour vermicelli, and a tantalizing medley of chutneys. Another must-try is their Palak Chaat, a delightful combination of crispy baby spinach, sweet yogurt, tamarind, and date chutney, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
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RASIKA REVIEWS
We tried the set menu and so worth it. The food is great, and the chefs present Indian food with a modern take but still keep the amazing authentic flavors in the dishes. But the service is hands down the best in town. The staff are very professional, friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming, especially Gustavo who we had a pleasure to met with during our first dinner experience in Rasika a couple of days ago. It’s always a bit competitive to get a table there but a must go to restaurant in DC, especially if you love food with a lot of flavors.
LOVE this place! The food is great, the staff is great, ambiance is great. The dishes are a modern twist in terms of flavors, textures and appearance. Yet still heavily connected to the inspiration, so you will know what you are eating. Our favorite was the palak (spinach) dish. Could not take a photo as we were hungry and just dug into the food. The Naan (bread) was like a buttery cloud you would want to sleep on. If you dine-in, you can get multiple small portions of the entree to try out different menu options, which is what we did. We loved the food so much that we ate here 4 times out of our 3 day stay in the area!
Came here to celebrate with a Sunday lunch. We got one veggie and one non-veggie tasting menu so we could try all the options and share. Our server described the courses with enthusiasm and made us felt cared for. We left very happy and full - and even forgot to take pictures of some of the courses because we just devoured them. Highlights were the crispy spinach, sweet potato samosa, blackened cod, mango-shrimp, and the platter sampler that had so many good options I can't remember them all. We're looking forward to coming back! Vegetarian options: The tasting menu has a vegetarian option and the regular menu has many vegetarian options as you would expect from Indian food. Dietary restrictions: Our server asked us very early on if there were any allergy concerns - it seemed the restaurant really cared about it.
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Indigo, an authentic Indian restaurant, offers a vibrant dining experience where bold flavors and beloved Indian dishes are served in a charming and cozy setting, complete with a spacious patio. Their primary goal is to recreate the comforting essence of a homemade meal in a relaxed and casual environment. With a culinary team deeply rooted in their Tandon lineage, Indigo prepares meals using the traditional techniques passed down through generations, just as their mothers and grandmothers did. One of Indigo's distinctive features is their commitment to freshness. Almost the entire menu is prepared daily, ensuring that you receive the finest and most flavorful meals every time you visit. To enhance the dining experience, their open kitchen allows you to witness the skilled chefs crafting each dish with care, adding a touch of enchantment as the final meal comes together before your eyes. Indigo's dedication to culinary innovation is exemplified by their daily menu updates, ensuring that your taste buds are constantly delighted with new and exciting flavors. Each selection is presented as a complete meal, featuring a generous 12 oz serving of the main dish, accompanied by 12 oz of fragrant rice and a delectable 4 oz portion of chickpeas, topped with fresh raw spinach and cilantro.
Specialty:
$Price:
Paneer Pakora $8
Veggie Samosa $3
Pav Bhaji $8
MEAT CHOICES
Butter Chicken $18
Lamb Curry Meal $22
Masala Chicken Meal $18
Spicy Masala Chicken Meal $18
Spicy Saag Chicken Meal $19
Chicken Tikka Masala Meal $19
Chicken Tikka Meal $18
INDIGO SIGNATURE INDIROLLS
Vegetarian Indiroll $10
Lamb Indiroll $13
Chicken Indiroll $11
OUR BREADS
Garlic Roti $3
Lentil Roti $3
Paneer Prantha $6
Masala Prantha $5
Black Pepper Prantha $5
Gobhi Prantha $6
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Working Hours:
Sat: 4pm - 9pm
Sun: Closed
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INDIGO REVIEWS
Great food and casual eating experience. I really enjoyed the outdoor shared seating. Nice and warm in the winter. Bar has a good selection of beers. The spicy masala chicken was great and the perfect amount of spice.
I think this has got to be my favorite restaurant. I loved the lamb - both the lamb curry and indi roll. The spicy masala chicken was the bomb. I had the mango lasso for dessert which was also awesome. Only wish the soft drinks were bottomless. Definitely recommend. Oh, and the owner (or maybe manager?) was very nice. Thanks for a great overall experience.
Somehow I always forget to post a review, but this is my go to place in DC when I want to impress my out of town friends with flavor and ambiance. I love the string lights outside, the mango lassi is the best in the area, and the samosas are a meal in themselves that I keep going back for at least on a weekly basis.
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The Bombay Club is a highly acclaimed Indian restaurant that has gained fame for its meticulous preparation of regional cuisine, an award-winning wine list, a charming old Club ambiance, impeccable service, and warm hospitality. With a menu showcasing authentic dishes from various districts of India, The Bombay Club prides itself on using only the finest ingredients to create a symphony of subtle flavors that truly represent the essence of Indian cuisine. Stepping into the posh and elegant old-world dining room, guests are treated to a sophisticated dining experience accompanied by the enchanting melodies of live piano tunes. The restaurant's reputation has attracted esteemed visitors, including President Clinton, President George H. W. Bush, Nelson Mandela, Condoleezza Rice, as well as renowned movie stars like Harrison Ford, Bruce Willis, Demi Moore, Goldie Hawn, and Kurt Russell. For intimate gatherings of 10 to 20 guests, The Bombay Club offers a private dining room, providing a perfect setting for special occasions and creating lasting memories. As you indulge in their culinary offerings, you can complement your meal with an array of options. Choose from a selection of small plates, expertly crafted cocktails, or explore their impressive collection of imported and domestic wines, carefully curated to enhance your dining experience.
Specialty:
$Price:
Mulligatawny Soup $10
Duck Kebab $14
Malai Chicken Tikka $12
Roasted Kasundi Scallop $14
Crispy Kale Chaat $14
Sweet Corn And Pea Samosa $10
ENTREES
Chicken Tikka Makhni $20
Kori Gassi $22
Railway Lamb Curry $22
Chicken Tikka $22
Adraki Lamp Chops $50
Khubani Duck $30
Chicken Dum Biryani $22
Green Chili Chicken $21
VEGETARIAN ENTREES
Saag $17
Bharli Vangi $17
Mushroom Matar $17
Bhindi Do Piaza $17
Dal Makhni $16
DESSERTS
Green Cardamom Rice Kheer $12
Gulab Jamun $12
Mango Cheese Cake $12
Contact:
Working Hours:
Mon-Fri: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Dinner:
Mon-Thu: 5pm - 9:30pm
Fri & Sat: 5pm - 10pm
Sun: Closed
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THE BOMBAY CLUB REVIEWS
Very swanky Indian restaurant— supposedly some of the best Indian food in DC and wouldn’t be surprised after tasting a selection of the food here, naan breads were cooked perfectly, portions were good and could easily share between two of you wanted a selection of flavours, the starters were also very authentic and the staff were very friendly, the dress code was smart casual and the live pianist in the corner was very much appreciated— Thankyou for a top class evening.
Shout out to Hicham, who took care of us tonight! 10/10 super nice and friendly. If you're lucky to be waited on by him, you'll have a great time! Food wise, we were very impressed. The thalis were excellent, especially the daal and saag.
Shout out to Mike, he was an amazing waiter, with some clever humor up his sleeve. The environment is calm, food is great, especially the kale, and we felt like we were experiencing dinner, not just eating it.
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