47 Best Indian Restaurants in Washington

“Tastes just like my mom’s cooking, should try to know it.“

“First I would like to say that I wish there were more than 5 stars. My son and I are visiting the DC area for the Cherry Blossom festivities. My son has a love for Indian food ever since his trip to India. I have never tried Indian food ever. So this was my very first experience. From the moment we walked in the door our amazing experience began. The atmosphere is beautiful and so is the staff. Our server, April was super helpful and very knowledgeable. She has an amazing spirit and is wonderful with her job! The food... was very fresh, aromatic and DELICIOUS!! My son said the food was the closest to the food in India that he has had here in the states. For my first time... OMG!!! I am HOOKED! The only bad part is that I have to go back to Florida and wait impatiently for my next visit.“

“We ordered enough food for five people. The lamb shank and lamb chops were great. I didn't fully like the vegetarian options. Forgot to take pictures of the main course and appetizers. Though the desserts were awesome except for the gulap jamun.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best in town for food and drinks.“

“Good food and good service“

“Great food and Barman !! It is a great place“

“Rania delivers a slow burn of culinary delight. While the initial courses were good, they steadily improved, culminating in a truly exceptional Hay-Aged Rohan Duck Vindaloo. The Chocolate Tart with Masala Chai ice cream provided a perfect, memorable finish. A strong recommendation for those seeking a nuanced and elevated Indian dining experience.“

“I absolutely adore this place and I’m already planning my next meal here! We shared the Palak Chaat and I ordered the best garlic naan and classic chicken tikka masala I’ve ever had. Reasonably priced and amazing table service. You cannot skip the Cookie Butter Dosa for dessert!“

“It is really good good with good quantity Very friendly staff and good at explaining their menu Must try“

“I just ordered Oh! Naan for the first time and I am very impressed! The chicken masala (medium spice) was delicious. The spice level was spot on and the overall flavor was fantastic. The chicken pieces were all tinder and the portion was very large. I also had garlic naan (which I got buy one get one free). It was soft and warm with the perfect amount of garlic and butter.

I ordered the food on an app for pick up so I can’t speak to the atmosphere, but the food was ready quickly, packaged well, and the ladies who helped me during pick up were very friendly. The food was still very warm and fresh even after my ten minute walk home.

I’ll totally eat here again, and would recommend others trying it out“

“feel home even far from home good food and service ❤️👍“

“This restaurant is so good and a pleasant surprise. I stopped by after orbiting and was hungry on the way home.

The food is phenomenal and the customer service is great. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, like family. The gourmet food is great and they also have take out specials.“

“It was my first time there. Food was great. I would definitely return.“

“During my recent visit to an authentic Indian restaurant, I had an incredibly delightful experience. The food served was exceptionally fresh and made with great care, lending it a truly homemade flavor. The variety of flavors in each dish was absolutely outstanding, and I found myself thoroughly impressed. I am eagerly looking forward to my next visit - it has definitely earned an A+ rating in my book!“

“Great Indian food. We found them on Google and ordered takeout two nights. Everything outstanding. People very friendly. Lamb curry and palak paneer and naan and chickpeas were perfectly prepared. They would get 6 stars for food quality, if it was possible.“

“Always a dependably solid meal. The folks working here are super friendly and do a great job. And they have good music playing, but it’s not too loud where you can’t have a conversation.

Vegetarian options: They have as many vegetarian main options (paneer, sweet potatoes, cauliflower) as they do other proteins.“

“Great food, great customer service, and dope playlist!“

“Food was absolutely delicious, lots of vegetarian and vegan options ! The small dine in area is so cozy with beautiful lights, art, and decor ! Service was prompt and food came out very quickly. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. Definitely have to try this gem out if you are nearby !

Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian and vegan options to choose from“

“I am huge fan of Bindaas Wada pav. They have the best wada pav in USA“

“The best Punjabi food in DC. G.O.A.T Room brings the rich flavors of Punjabi/ Indian food here to DMV. They have every dish (fish, goat meat, naan,butter chicken) that I tried there…the BEST that I ever had. I had tried over 100 of restaurants in DMV and no one can beat this. Punjabi food is known for its rich and buttery flavors and G.O.A.T Room uses only fresh spices and herbs, such as turmeric cloves, ginger, and garlic. The owner, Bobby has created an extraordinary dining experience that brings this special food and culture right to DC. Bobby will visit your table and discuss your meal and personally thank you for coming in. He made a wonderful suggestions of food and drinks.. we were amazed with that selections. Butter chicken has a creamy gravy made of onions, yogurt, seeds, and did not disappoint. The goat meat was the best I’ve ever eaten. Naan and everything was perfect and not too oily at all. The portions are good sized and the presentation is exceptional. The atmosphere is lovely with authentic decor, and smartly set tables but mostly it’s the staff’s hospitality that amazed us. Bobby and his team has accomplished what they have set out to do and that is to bring the best food to the people of DMV. With the rich flavors, fresh, spices, freshest yogurt, and love and care in every dish- they have succeeded. Will be making more trips to DC just for their yummy food! Highly recommended. 10 stars. Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5“

“There is no better Indian food for hungry people! They held and seated us, a 10 person party, until the end of the restaurant hours with cheer.

Reasonably priced for sharing food, and you’ll want to get a bit of everything. The crackling spinach has such a unique tamarind flavor, it is a must try.

We come here after a lot of our New Morning Farm farmer’s markets, and they never disappoint. Highly recommend!!“

“stumbled across this place and it was a hidden gem. The food was delicious. I had a spicy chicken dish and my son had a spicy lamb dish with garlic naan bread. very good“

“I had a lamb biryani and it was one of the best meals I’ve had in DC so far. I got the medium level spice and it was absolutely perfect!! A great portion of meat in it too- great sized. Pankaj was very helpful and welcoming, and made sure everything came out fast! Definitely try this place!!!“

“Visiting DC with family and they mostly prefer Indian food. Went out of our way, stumbled across this place and we’re so glad we did. Generous portions, best butter chicken (perfectly sized tandoori chicken pieces in creamy sauce) I’ve had in the USA, the cucumber and tomato topping adds the perfect crunch, freshly baked naan and overall, quite reasonably priced for the DC area. Everything tasted so fresh. I wish they got more business. Highly recommend to give them a try :)“

“Some of the best Indian cuisine we've had in quite awhile. To add to the experience are the great prices & very friendly service. Best wishes & we'll certainly be back for more!“

“Amazing!! 10/10!! Stopped in for a quick bite before a Nationals game, will definitely be planning on doing the exact same thing again!!“

“Love to sit at the bar. The Manager is such a great guy! He plays amazing music each time I’ve been in, and the food is wonderful!! He works so hard— I am amazed and inspired by his work ethic!!“

“I used to order from here a minimum of once a month. Butter chicken has been garbage last three orders. Tastes like cheap tomato sauce. Like the canned spaghetti-o level of cheap, too sweet, and over processed. May try again in a few months. But miss the quality, great staff, and on point flavors.“

“Friendly staff, inviting atmosphere and the BEST for buffet lunch after an early day at the National Zoo.“

“Their food is amazing, the atmosphere of the place is really cool. It looks very nice decorated. They have different kind of Naans. You know an indian restaurant is good when the chef is from India. And this is one of those. Come and enjoy! 😊🤤“

“One of the most amazing Indian restaurant in DC, serving “authentic” Indian cuisine. Had their lunch platter which was just amazing The platter is the Chicken Makhani Combo platter. Comes with a Naan too And a choice of Onion Fritters as an appetizer or Indian Rice Pudding as dessert and costs only $16.45 on the week days and $19 on the weekends“

“I recently went there to eat Indian food. I was first greeted by the guy named Noor taki and was invited to seat in the bar as I wanted to drink. He was really good and made a perfect pina colado for me. I also had Indian tea with Samosa which was really tasty. At last, I ate Gajar halwa which was mouth watering. Going again there soon. Thank you for the amazing service and staffs“

“Highly recommend this place if you’re at the national mall and looking for something quick and well priced! The chicken curry puffs, paneer korma, and samosas are all great. Very fast service as well. If you’re with a big party you might have trouble finding seating as they don’t have very many tables so it would fill up quick if busy.“

“Katie is worth her weight in GOLD. She the best, and deserves a million stars!!! Ms. Sheila“

“Awesome food & service, my favorite go place!!“

“This was BY FAR the best dosas and Idli we have had in years! Chef Paul is amazing and he told me he doesn’t believe in catering or delivery because South Indian food is best served hot and fresh and I couldn’t agree more! The Idlis melted in my mouth. The dosas were just perfect - the masala and chutney and sambhar -10/10! Go - no run to this place!“

“I live in VA, but love to try different food. My second time here, because food was great. The girl serving was super too. Was not busy the time I was eating. After reading reviews, I wonder where people normally eat as most restaurants have a charge for sharing if they let you all. I like the quiet atmosphere to relax. Nice to be able to have a glass of wine & do that. The manager was super friendly too.“

“I’ve been searching for a consistently good Indian spot that has all the essentials without being overpriced or too fancy for years and this place definitely hit all the marks. The Lamb Saag and garlic naan was so good and perfectly spicy. The mango lassi and vegetable samosas were also exactly what I needed. This will for sure be my go to Indian food spot moving forward. Great job guys.“

“This restaurant deserves a much higher rating than what’s shown. The condiments of the vegetable pakora and the pakora were simply exquisite. The chicken madras was to die for. Though the biryani was perfectly fine, the meat was like a cake. It was tender. I am definitely coming back.“

“The waffle were delicious!“

“The chicken pulao was too good, it had all the spices and flavors correctly blended. The lamb biryani and tamarind chicken curry were also made to the order and to the correct spice level.Overall, a very good experience and value for money. I would recommend the mango lassi , it was sweet and cool.“

“palak paneer is perfect on a chilly March day.“

“Wanted to try something new during birthday excursion. redditors recommended this place. finding out that they had a buffet helped me ensure I'd definitely find something I like. but I actually loved EVERYTHING they had in their buffet once I got there. had multiple plates. If I lived closer, it would've been a regular spot for me. hope to visit again soon. would recommend to anyone.“

“love it there. So much to do and eat. Palette22 drew me there, and I found a great entertainment distinct full of fun times. I plein air painted Morse Alley. Cool spot.“

“New place to me , was great to eat some good Indian food for the first time .“

“This place is perfect. The food is 10 out of ten. We got the butter chicken and lamb chops and both are very good and their garlic naan is so good as well. The vibes and the atmosphere is a different level, the lights and the decorations are outstanding. And the staff are amazing, very friendly, and very helpful. Overall, I admired this place!!“