Rasika West End

Rasika West End is a indian restaurant West End Washington located in United States.

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504
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  • Phone

    (202) 466-2500

  • Website

    rasikarestaurant.com

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  • Type

    Indian Restaurant

Address

1190 New Hampshire Ave NW (at M St NW) Washington , D.C. 20037 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 110


Keywords:

palak chaat crispy spinach good for dates trendy good for groups restaurants tasting menu samosas biryani spicy food great value bar bottomless drinks happy hour curry desserts tandoori outdoor seating good for special occasions eggplant
David Derrick

Modern take on Indian cuisine and the best Indian food in the area. Reservations are a must and it is not a cheap restaurant ! Start with the crispy spinach dish as an appetizer...you won't regret it

AmateurConcierge

Wow....yea it MIGHT be the best Indian in the US. The fish in banana leaf was amazing, like an Indian miso glaze, and only $12! Got out with 3 apps for $35 and they were all fantastic. So good

Epicurious

One of the toughest reservations in town is a table at one of the best Indian restaurants in the country . They also like to incorporate other ingredients like asparagus and duck into their dishes. Read more

Jason Marlow

Best Indian food in the US. Out of all the amazing standouts we had, the spinach and lentil dishes were truly memorable. Our waiter Victor made it an experience we would love to repeat soon.

Harper Wentz

I loved the palak chaat (crispy spinach ) it's just the right amount of spicy and crunchy. I also love the chicken tikka masala , it's perfectly spicy and the sauce is creamy and flavorful

Behrad Eats

Come here to have a first class dining experience with superb service and exquisitely prepared dishes like Palak Chaat , Green Peas Samosa , Tandoori Lamb Chops and Hyderabadi Lamb Biryani .

Lamia A

Crispy baby spinach salad Beyond delicious what I call Indian to die for 9ra7ah! food,service,decorations in general incredible???? plus if there's a room for dessert their date toffee cake is a must????

Ali Mandsaurwala

The best Indian restaurant in the entire United States ! And trust me I have been to quite a few across the States...this is hands down the best. Everything on the menu is sublime!

Dawn R

Expensive but lovely. The interior design includes carved wood awnings by floor to ceiling windows and soft green leather benches . A raised private dining area is separated by a gleaming brass rail.

AFAR Media

On a recent visit, I feasted on a Keralan-style fish curry—utterly delicious. Be sure to order the naan . It’s made to order so it comes to the table piping hot. Read more

Anna John

The coconut/caramel/jaggery pancakes were pretty, but so underwhelming. The AYCD Bloody Mary with fresh green Kandari/chilis, was delish...and if you can't decide, you can switch btwn Bloodys/Mimosas.

H L

11-Feb: visited with Lauren C. Tried the samosas (slightly spicy !), lamb biryani , and onion & sage naan . Would definitely go back! Loved the Sania (bourbon based) cocktail as well .

Eric C

Indian food at its absolute best. Even common dishes like chicken tikka masala are elevated to new heights! Great cocktails too!

deenuhfoowad

the cod was good but I don't recommend it since there are many more authentic Indian options here that are so goooooood. the curries and korma ! amaziiiing. best Indian food in DC!

Evan Chen

One of the best Indian restaurant in DC! Everything is good here to be honest, but I must say Palak chaat (crispy spinach ) is a must!

Pam R.

Upscale Indian that's amazing. Get the cauliflower if you like spicy . Fish dishes are great too - cod or grouper are best. And the chicken tikka masala is perfect.

Alexandre Munhoz

High end indian food . Eggplant , smoked lentils and chicken tikka masala ... all good. Deserts are also good such as the coconut panna cotta .

Raj Sood

Their chicken tikka masala is very good and arguably the best in town ! It is a little bit spicy and is served with either rice or roti .

Jon Whitmore

Best Indian in DC. Dishes you love with slightly more complex palates and the palak chat really is something that must be tried here. Verdict: the hype is real.

Mansour Madi

Good food and service, crowded which gives assurance that food is fresh. Food portion is small. Good wine and atmosphere. They have the best dry spinach starter.

Joseph Akbrud

The crispy spinach is fantastic. Note that many, if not most of the entrees don't come with rice or bread . I recommend the bread bowl , it comes with both roti and naan .

Lewis Wilkins

Palak chaat is among the best foods I have ever had. The rest of their veg tasting menu is very good. Very good service .

Markus Kaufmann

Go for the tasting menu with wine pairing . As a starter they offer flash fried baby spinach . It's just amazing!

Matt Bernstein

The palak chaat (crispy spinach ) is the best. The chicken tikka masala is outstanding. You really can't go wrong here.

Eric Andersen

The crispy spinach appetizer is incredible — a unique taste and texture!

Hoff

Start with the Bronzino and crispy spinach and follow with the lamb with tomatoes , onions and apricots and the black cod . Life changing!

Wael Hazzazi

The sweet potato samosa and the palak chaat for starters ????????

Cesar Calderon

Excellent food. Enjoy the palak chaat & the different curries

Lauren Fitzgerald

The best Indian food I've had. The Adhar Chicken Curry was excellent with the perfect amount of spice!

Manik Khanna

Got to say - probably the best Indian food I've had in the states ! Amazing! Highly recommend the truffle oil naan .

Brian Gluckman

You MUST have the crispy fried spinach appetizer . It'll change the way you view leafy greens.

Slavens and Associates

Heaven, just heaven. Always thought Toronto had the best Indian food but this kicks the crap out of anything I've had anywhere!!!!

Brian Chase

I was really impressed with the Tandori Chicken . And, of course, the crispy spinach is as great as others have said.

Abdulaziz HD

Crunchy spinach & kebab as a starter biryani with butter chicken & masala for the main course

John Duncan

It is all great. It's an investment so just let the waiter guide you and sit back and enjoy.

Iván Ch

Fried spinach and the curry halibut was amazing. If you want to start with a nice cocktail try the Rasika, delicious.

Jean Marie

Crispy spinach , lamb chops , and chicken tikka masala are all excellent dishes that are must try's.

Gary Barrett

The food is excellent. Make sure to ask for the tasting menu !

Regis ALEXANDRE

Try chicken 65 appetizer with a king Fisher beer what else !!!

Ravi Batra

Palak chaat (spinach crisp) is amazing!

Tiffany Christopher

Great food! Try the tasting menu . A lot of food and reasonably priced

Alicia Gutierrez

Simple delicious! You don't wanna miss it. Vegetarian options are great

Abdullah

Chicken tikka masala ????????

Anton Zolotov

Chicken Tikka Masala , Garlic Naan , Lamb Chops , Cucumber Raita are the best.

Jorge Zepeda

It is a major sin if you don't ask for the crispy spinach as an entree. The decoration is great!!!

Jaime Cook

Everything was delicious but the Crispy Spinach is a must get!

Rachel

Eating outside was great. Food was filling and reasonably priced. If you don't get the palak chaat there is something wrong with you.

Julialouisegraves Graves

Everything is delicious. Be sure to get the fried spinach

Lisa Han

Crispy spinach too good!! Good atmosphere and nice staff .

Gonzalo

Tried both the lamb and the duck and they are excellent.

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