Rasika
📍 633 D St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
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Google: 4.3 • TripAdvisor: 4.5
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Rasika is a celebrated Indian restaurant located in the heart of Washington, D.C., known for its vibrant ambiance and contemporary take on traditional Indian cuisine. With a commendable Google rating of 4.3 and a Tripadvisor rating of 4.5, it attracts a diverse clientele, including families, couples, and solo diners. Diners rave about the attentive service, particularly highlighting the efforts of staff members like Gustavo and Alex. The restaurant features a full bar, offering a selection of cocktails that complement its menu. Guests have enjoyed dishes such as Butter Chicken and Paneer Shashlik, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality and flavor. Its inviting atmosphere makes it an excellent choice for both casual dinners and special occasions.
Signature Dishes
- •Butter Chicken
- •Paneer Shashlik
- •Spicy Reshmi Kebab
- •Ragda Pattice
- •Chicken Biryani
- •Rose Rasmalai
- •Palak Chat
- •Lamb Shank
- •Sweet Potato Samosas
- •Chicken Tikka Masala
Overall rating 4.4 / 5 (6,501 reviews)
Google: 4.3 (3569 reviews)
TripAdvisor: 4.5 (2932 reviews)
Customer Reviews
Managed to get last minute dinner reservations for a Sunday night, and the place was relatively busy around 8 pm. I did not read the fine print which said that they don't allow kids under the age of 8, so we were seated in their outside seating area, by their not so polite hostesses who need a class or two in hospitality or basic customer service. This was our only bad experience, which was turned around completely by our excellent waiter - Gustavo! We got straight to ordering which included Paneer Shashlik, Spicy Reshmi Kebab, and Ragda Pattice - all of which were really good. Our mains included their Chicken Biryani ($22) which was pretty basic. The chicken was extremely dry, and taste-wise was nothing spectacular. Gustavo went above and beyond to ensure we had a good time and was very friendly. We got a delicious dessert on the house as a sorry from Gustavo - which wasn't needed by much appreciated. Docking 1 star just for the bad experience we had during check-in. We felt there was a better way to handle it.
A friend recommended this place, and I’m so glad they did! I sat at the kitchen counter, and watching the chef in action was a treat—their skills and attention to cleanliness were truly impressive. My meal was absolutely delicious, and despite a busy atmosphere, the service was quick and attentive. The staff made sure I never waited for anything, and I felt genuinely well taken care of. For dessert, I tried the rose rasmalai. While the flavor was spectacular, I would have preferred a softer texture. Still, it was such a delightful ending to the meal that I can't really complain. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this spot to anyone!
Excellent food, appetizers, meal and dessert. Best Indian food. Great location, very centrally located. The service was also good.
Excellent food from appetizers to dessert, super tasty. Best Indian food in DC. Service was also good. Location is great, walking distance from our hotel.