Rasika serves exquisite modern Indian food in an intimate, softly lit, shimmering champagne-hued setting, frequented by a who’s who in the capital and the world beyond. Little wonder that Chef Vikram Sunderam took home the prestigious James Beard Foundation award for Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic region, in 2014. Rasika's specialties are griddle, open barbecue, tandoori, and regional dishes. The palak chaat (crisped spinach in a yogurt sauce), black cod with honey, duck vindaloo, and tandoori salmon are among the most popular items. Intrigued? Better make a reservation now (tables are bookable up to 90 days in advance). You can dine in the bar/lounge without advance reservations, but that, too, is usually pretty full—and the seating is too low for comfortable eating. Rasika has a sister eatery in the West End, at 1190 New Hampshire Ave. NW (tel. 202/466-2500), a larger location with a similar menu and just as popular as the Penn Quarter Rasika.
Washington, D.C.› Restaurant
Rasika
633 D St. NW (btw. 6th and 7th sts.)
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Downtown & Penn Quarter
Hours
Mon–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm; Mon–Thurs 5–10pm; Fri–Sat 5–10:30pm. Lounge stays open throughout the day serving light meals.
Transportation
Metro: Archives–Navy Memorial or Gallery Place/Verizon Center (7th and F sts. exit)
Phone
202/637-1222
Prices
Main courses $19–$36; pre-theater menu $37
Cuisine Type
Indian
Web site
Rasika
Other
Reservations recommended. Takeout and outdoor dining available.

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633 D St. NW Washington, D.C.Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.