Rice Restaurant
$$ • Thai, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Hours:
1608 14th St NW, Washington
(202) 234-2400
About Rice Restaurant
Customers' Favorites
Crispy Red Snapper Filet with Spicy Crispy Lemongrass Salad
Sauteed Beef with Ginger
Spring Roll Rice
Drunken Noodles
Chicken Satay
Spicy Duck
Larb Gai
Red Curry
Rice Restaurant Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 10:30PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 10:30PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
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Rice Restaurant provides a warm and inviting dining experience with its diverse menu, vibrant ambiance, and attentive service. Located in the heart of the city, this Thai establishment features an impressive Asian market downstairs, a cozy restaurant on the main floor, and an upstairs teaching kitchen.
The market is a treasure trove, offering everything from popular brands to hard-to-find imported goods, including noodles, grains, sauces, spices, tea, wine, and pre-cooked meals. Customers can enjoy grab-and-go lunches around $11-15 or buy Asian staples like curry paste, lemongrass, Soju, and poke/sushi dishes or by the pound.
Upstairs, the dining room has a minimalist charm, with tables, a bar, the front window, and a patio, each with its own vibe. Guests can relax in a quiet atmosphere and focus on the flavorful food. The patio is especially praised for its good vibes and friendly staff.
The menu features Thai classics and creative dishes. During happy hour, guests can enjoy the Golden Triangle pineapple rum cocktail, Takoyaki, and the shrimp tempura roll. The drunken noodles are packed with flavor, and the crispy wings are always satisfying. The steamed buns are soft and perfect, whether dining in or taking out.
A standout dish is the Tom Yum Goong soup, which showcases the savory sweetness of lemongrass, the earthiness of mushrooms, and delicate shrimp. The Sautéed beef and ginger rice dish with snow peas and bell peppers is hearty and flavorful. Desserts include coconut or green tea ice cream, with coconut offering a piña colada-like taste.
Overall, Rice Restaurant offers a well-rounded experience, blending a lively market, cozy restaurant, and teaching kitchen, all with delicious Thai cuisine and friendly service. It remains one of the favorite spots in D.C. for great food, fun drinks, and good vibes.