Rasika West End - Washington, D.C.

After hearing rave reviews from my parents, I finally had the opportunity to try out this restaurant myself. We booked a dinner reservation for 4pm and were pro... read more After hearing rave reviews from my parents, I finally had the opportunity to try out this restaurant myself. We booked a dinner reservation for 4pm and were promptly seated upon arrival.

This restaurant is ideal for a meal before a show. We ate here before attending a performance at the Kennedy Center and really enjoyed our dinner. I was pleasan... read more This restaurant is ideal for a meal before a show. We ate here before attending a performance at the Kennedy Center and really enjoyed our dinner. I was pleasantly surprised by...

Yummy! My colleagues and I are in town for a conference and one of them recommended this restaurant. It was one of the finest dining experiences I've had at a r... read more Yummy! My colleagues and I are in town for a conference and one of them recommended this restaurant. It was one of the finest dining experiences I've had at a restaurant.

I adore Rasika. It may not be as popular with everyone, but my Indian friends insist that it is the best, and I agree. What sets it apart is its unique take on... read more I adore Rasika. It may not be as popular with everyone, but my Indian friends insist that it is the best, and I agree. What sets it apart is its unique take on Indian cuisine, offering dishes that differ from those found in traditional curry houses. For example, during my last visit, I enjoyed a delightful sweet potato soup topped with cranberry chutney. It was simply amazing! The portions are on the smaller side, catering to a more refined dining experience. Every dish I tried that evening, with the exception of the dahl, was exceptional. I still have dreams about those samosas! The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, and the service is top-notch. I've also heard good things about their vegetarian options and plan to try them soon. For now, Rasika remains the only Indian restaurant in DC that has truly impressed me.

We only stopped in for drinks, but the ambiance and cocktails were delightful. We also tried a selection of papadum, which was excellent, and the sauces were de... read more We only stopped in for drinks, but the ambiance and cocktails were delightful. We also tried a selection of papadum, which was excellent, and the sauces were delicious. The service was friendly, efficient, and appeared very COVID-safe.