Indian Restaurants in District Of Columbia (DC)

Karma Modern Indian     » Directions & Maps

Crunchy Chickpea Vermicelli + Beetroot Chutney, Yogurt + House Blend of Tandoori Spices, Heirloom Tomatoes + Green Peppers + Red Peppers
611 I St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20001
Phone: 202 898 0393

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Rasika West End     » Directions & Maps

Modern & traditional Indian fare served in a contemporary space with canopied turquoise booths.
1190 New Hampshire Ave NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20037
Phone: 202 466 2500

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Masala Story     » Directions & Maps

Unfussy, easygoing operation serving traditional Indian cuisine plus beer & wine.
3301 12th St NE #4008 Washington, District Of Columbia 20017
Phone: 202 885 9810

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Rasika     » Directions & Maps

Sophisticated restaurant & lounge serving modern Indian food, including the popular crispy spinach.
633 D St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20004
Phone: 202 637 1222

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City Kabob & Curry House     » Directions & Maps

Low-key, counter-serve pick doling out Pakistani food in a straightforward, casual setting.
204 Michigan Ave NE Washington, District Of Columbia 20017
Phone: 202 733 1369

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Spice 6     » Directions & Maps

Relaxed, modern storefront for customized Indian fare prepared at a counter with ample seating.
740 6th St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20001
Phone: 202 847 0508

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Curry & Pie     » Directions & Maps

Curries, tandoori dishes & South Asian�inspired pizzas in a petite, casually elegant restaurant.
1204 34th St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20007
Phone: 202 333 4369

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Butter Chicken Company     » Directions & Maps

spicy Indian standards such as curries & tandoori specials.
818 18th St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20006
Phone: 202 331 4175

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Aatish On the Hill     » Directions & Maps

Casual dining room serving Indian & Pakistani favorites, including tandoori dishes & a lunch buffet.
609 Pennsylvania Ave. SE #4322 Washington, District Of Columbia 20003
Phone: 202 544 0931

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Indigo     » Directions & Maps

Bold flavors & Indian favorites are served in a kitschy, cozy space with a large patio.
243 K St NE Washington, District Of Columbia 20002
Phone: 202 544 4777

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Salt and Pepper Grill II     » Directions & Maps

Chicken wrap: Served with lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, onions & sauces.
3925 14th St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20011
Phone: 202 723 0404

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Masala Art     » Directions & Maps

A half portion of any of our vegetarian specialties can be ordered as an accompaniment to the main dishes
4441 Wisconsin Ave Washington, District Of Columbia 20016
Phone: 202 362 4441

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Cafe of India     » Directions & Maps

Updated Indian dishes, traditional favorites & a lunch buffet in a refined, warm setting.
4909 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20016
Phone: 202 244 1395

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RASA     » Directions & Maps

Customized bowls of deeply-flavored Indian fare in stylish surrounds, plus beer, wine & gin/tonics.
1247 First St SE Washington, District Of Columbia 20003
Phone: 202 804 5678

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Heritage India     » Directions & Maps

Elevated Indian classics & street food�inspired items served in traditional surroundings.
3238 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20016
Phone: 202 333 3120

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Bindaas Cleveland Park     » Directions & Maps

Chef-driven Indian snacks & light fare, plus cocktails, in a hip, urban art�inspired setting.
3309 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20008
Phone: 202 244 6550

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Bombay Street Food     » Directions & Maps

Street eats & classic dishes of Indian & Indo-Chinese origin with beer & wine in hip quarters.
1413 Park Rd NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20010
Phone: 202 758 2415

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Sacrificial Lamb Kabobs & Wraps     » Directions & Maps

gyro, samosas, boneless chicken kabob, chicken curry, mango lassi, tandoori naan
1704 R St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20009
Phone: 202 797 2736

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Indique     » Directions & Maps

Indian street food with a twist in a moody bi-level setup with cushions to sit on while eating.
3512 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20008
Phone: 202 244 6600

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NaanWise indian cuisine     » Directions & Maps

Enjoy fine Indian cuisine and exquisite service.
2635 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20008
Phone: 202 450 5810

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India Gate Restaurant & Bar     » Directions & Maps

Eatery offering classic Indian cuisine, including a lunch buffet, in a relaxed, brick-walled space.
2020 K Street NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20036
Phone: 202 293 1555

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Glassey     » Directions & Maps

street food, drinks, hookah
1625 1st St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20001
Phone: 202 483 8286

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Flavors of India     » Directions & Maps

Spiced-to-order Indian food is the focus of this eatery with an upstairs bar & weekday lunch buffet.
2524 L St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20037
Phone: 202 333 1155

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The Bombay Club     » Directions & Maps

Posh old-world dining room delivering sophisticated Indian meals along with live piano tunes.
815 Connecticut Ave Washington, District Of Columbia 20006
Phone: 202 659 3727

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Indian food for beginners! what to order?

One thing you have to remember about Indian food is that it is not a generic cuisine. It is intensely regional (north indian, south indian, bengali, kerala, goan) and what you should order should correspond with the regionality of the restaurant you are at! If you are a first timer, go easy on spice - mild.

Appetizer's

Assorted appetizer sampler is fail proof
tandoori chicken (bbq), paneer pakoras (veg), kababs, seek kabobs, veggie samosas, tiger prawns

Non Vegetarian Indian Food

chicken tikka masala, butter chicken (makhani chicken), tandoori dishes, Mutton Rogan Josh, chicken biryani, goan vindaloo

Vegetarian India Food / Vegan Food

saag paneer, malai kofta, palak paneer, gobi manchurian, chickpeas, baingan bharta, matar paneer, aloo matar

Chaat Places (Indian Street Food)

vada pav, pani puri, bhel puri, dahi puri, dosa, idli, dahi vadas, uttapams, mysore masala dosa

Vegan Food

Naan bread in indianrestaurants is likely be made with yogurt
onion or cauliflower or okra bhajis, vegetable samosas and vegetable pakoras are all vegan. vegetable curry, veggie vindaloo, chana masala/chole, sambar, vegetable biryani are other options

Gluten Free Options

Tandoori chicken, fish, and shrimp are almost always gluten-free, Indian spices are gluten free, with the exception of something called "hing", Always ask for Gluten Free Menu to be on the safe side.