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Bistro Aracosia, Washington, DC

Bistro Aracosia

4.8
4.8
2680 Reviews
$30 and under
Afghan

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
Bistro Aracosia is a critically acclaimed authentic Afghan gourmet and Chop House located in the Palisades neighborhood of Washington, DC. Aracosia has been acknowledged as 1 of 50 best restaurants in the nation for Vegetarians on Forbes Magazine, written up and reviewed by top food critics from the Washington Post, Washingtonian Magazine and numerous other publications. Bistro Aracosia has been awarded 100 Best restaurants for 2 years in a row in the Washingtonian.
Aracosia accommodates any diet and is proud of taking cooking back to its origins. Chef Sofia Masroor diligently ensures top grade quality cuts of meat and the freshest produce in the market. All foods prepared at Aracosia are prepared with love. No artificial ingredients MSG& or preservatives are used, nor do we cook anything with nuclear such as microwaves and pre-made stations. Full Bar , extensive Wine and Beer menu Come and experience authentic and classical Afghan Gourmet and hospitality at its finest.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Afghan, Vegetarian / Vegan, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 363-0400
  • Website
    http://www.bistroaracosia.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sofia Masroor
  • Catering
    Please call us at 202-363-0400
  • Location
    5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016
  • Area
    Palisades Northwest
  • Cross Street
    Dana Place
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Lunch Hours: 12pm to 3pm Tuesday-Sunday

Appetizers (Mazza)

  • Bistro Signature Mix Grill MazzaUSD 20.95

    Marinated and charbroiled lamb shoulder chops, lamb rib chops, lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney

    • Mix Grill MazzaUSD 15.95

      Marinated and charbroiled salmon, ground beef, beef tenderloin and lamb rib chop, served with avocado yogurt

      • Hot Mazza AssortmentUSD 16.95

        Aushak, mantu, baadenjaan, kadoo, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available

        • QurotiUSD 9.25

          Afghan bread topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

          • Baadenjaan BouraneeUSD 9.94

            Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

            • Kadoo BouraneeUSD 9.94

              Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

              • Carrot SlawUSD 7.95

                Julienne carrots cooked with brown sugar and cardamom, chilled and tossed with fresh citrus

                • Potato & Leek TurnoversUSD 9.94

                  Stuffed with potatoes and leeks, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

                  • Sabzi TurnoversUSD 10.95

                    Stuffed with slow cooked greens, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

                    • Kadoo TurnoversUSD 9.94

                      Stuffed with butternut squash, fried until crisp, served with a side of garlic yogurt

                      • Samarooq TurnoversUSD 10.95

                        Stuffed with mushrooms, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt

                        • SambosaUSD 10.95

                          Stuffed with a minced beef and lentil qorma, fried until crisp, topped with powdered sugar and cardamom

                          • Pumpkin Dumpling AppetizerUSD 10.95

                            Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                            • Aushak AppetizerUSD 10.95

                              Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                              • Mantu AppetizerUSD 10.95

                                Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                • Sabzi Dumpling AppetizerUSD 10.95

                                  Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                  • Samarooq Dumpling AppetizerUSD 10.95

                                    Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                    • Seekh Kabob AppetizerUSD 10.95

                                      Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

                                      • Lamb Tenderloin AppetizerUSD 12.95

                                        Marinated and charbroiled, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

                                        Burgers & Wraps

                                        • Bistro BurgerUSD 12.95

                                          Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, mixed greens and spicy herb ketchup on a toasted brioche bun with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                          • Seekh (Ground Beef) WrapUSD 12.95

                                            Marinated and charbroiled ground beef with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                            • Chicken WrapUSD 12.95

                                              Marinated and charbroiled chicken breast with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                              • Salmon WrapUSD 14.95

                                                Marinated and charbroiled salmon with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                Soup & Salad

                                                • Bistro Signature Lentil SoupUSD 8.94

                                                  Minced beef, lentils, chickpeas and mung beans, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint, cayenne and fresh dill

                                                  • Bistro SaladUSD 9.94

                                                    Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes, croutons, bleu cheese crumbles and walnuts, tossed in a balsamic dressing

                                                    • Mixed Green SaladUSD 8.94

                                                      Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes and croutons, tossed in a balsamic dressing

                                                      Entrees

                                                      • Braised Lamb & GreensUSD 19.95

                                                        Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill

                                                        • Qabuli PalouUSD 19.95

                                                          Braised bone-in lamb shank served with seasoned rice topped with carrots and raisins and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                          • Risotto & LambUSD 19.95

                                                            Braised bone-in lamb shank served with spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill

                                                            • Aushak EntreeUSD 16.95

                                                              Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                              • Pumpkin Dumpling EntreeUSD 16.95

                                                                Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available

                                                                • Mantu EntreeUSD 16.95

                                                                  Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                  Qormas (Stews)

                                                                  • Chicken LawaanUSD 14.95

                                                                    Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                    • Chicken Sabzi LawaanUSD 15.95

                                                                      Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                      • Chicken RyehaanUSD 15.95

                                                                        Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                        • Saffron ChickenUSD 16.95

                                                                          Boneless chicken thigh in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon and fresh dill, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                          • Afghania ChickenUSD 15.95

                                                                            Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                            • Chicken AracosianUSD 15.95

                                                                              Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                              • Rumi's ChickenUSD 15.95

                                                                                Boneless chicken thigh in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                • Lamb Shank MoghuliUSD 19.95

                                                                                  Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                  • Lamb Shank Sabzi MoghuliUSD 20.95

                                                                                    Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                    • Veal LawaanUSD 21.95

                                                                                      Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                      • Veal & MushroomsUSD 22.95

                                                                                        Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                        • Veal & Mushroom Sabzi LawaanUSD 22.95

                                                                                          Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                          • Veal RyehaanUSD 21.95

                                                                                            Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                            • Veal & NakhoudUSD 22.95

                                                                                              Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with chickpeas, garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                              • Afghania VealUSD 21.95

                                                                                                Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                • Veal MoghuliUSD 21.95

                                                                                                  Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                  Chops & Kabobs

                                                                                                  • Lamb Tenderloin KabobUSD 25.95

                                                                                                    Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                    • Frenched Rack of Lamb [Chopaan]USD 22.95

                                                                                                      Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                      • Lamb Shoulder ChopsUSD 22.95

                                                                                                        Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                        • Lamb Chop DuoUSD 24.95

                                                                                                          Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                          • Aracosian Lamb PlatterUSD 33.95

                                                                                                            Marinated and charbroiled lamb tenderloin, lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                            • Bistro Signature KabobUSD 24.95

                                                                                                              Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops and beef tenderloin, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                              • Lamb & Beef TenderloinUSD 26.95

                                                                                                                Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                • Beef Tenderloin KabobUSD 22.95

                                                                                                                  Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                  • Beef Tenderloin & ChickenUSD 20.95

                                                                                                                    Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                    • Seekh [Ground Beef] KabobUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                      Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                      • Chicken & Ground BeefUSD 16.95

                                                                                                                        Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                        • Chicken Breast KabobUSD 16.95

                                                                                                                          Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                          • Boneless Juicy Chicken Thigh KabobUSD 16.95

                                                                                                                            Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                            • SalmonUSD 17.95

                                                                                                                              Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of slow cooked greens topped with fresh dill

                                                                                                                              • Surf & TurfUSD 22.95

                                                                                                                                Marinated and charbroiled salmon and beef tenderloin, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                Vegetarian & Vegan

                                                                                                                                • Afghania BaadenjaanUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                                  Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                                                  • Baadenjaan MoghuliUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                                    Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                                                    • Sabzi MoghuliUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                                      Slow cooked greens in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                                                      • Sabzi LawaanUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                                        Slow cooked greens in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                                                        • Nakhoud & Mushroom LawaanUSD 13.95

                                                                                                                                          Spicy chickpeas in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                                                          • Nakhoud & Mushroom Sabzi LawaanUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                                            Spicy chickpeas in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                                                            • Afghania Nakhoud ChalouUSD 13.95

                                                                                                                                              Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice

                                                                                                                                              • Baadenjaan ChalouUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                                                Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice

                                                                                                                                                • Kadoo ChalouUSD 14.95

                                                                                                                                                  Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice

                                                                                                                                                  • Sabzi ChalouUSD 15.95

                                                                                                                                                    Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill, served with saffron rice

                                                                                                                                                    • Qabuli Combination PlatterUSD 17.95

                                                                                                                                                      Four variations of our vegetables: sabzi, nakhoud, kadoo and baadenjaan, served with qabuli rice

                                                                                                                                                      • Risotto with Eggplant & Butternut SquashUSD 17.95

                                                                                                                                                        Spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill, accompanied with sides of roasted eggplant and butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                                        • Aushak Entree [Vegetarian]USD 16.95

                                                                                                                                                          Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                                          • Pumpkin Dumpling Entree [Vegetarian]USD 16.95

                                                                                                                                                            Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                                            • Samarooq Dumpling EntreeUSD 16.95

                                                                                                                                                              Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                                              • Sabzi Dumpling EntreeUSD 16.95

                                                                                                                                                                Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                                                • Bamya ChalouUSD 15.95

                                                                                                                                                                  Spicy tomato based stew with okra topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice

                                                                                                                                                                  • Kabob-E-SamarooqUSD 16.95

                                                                                                                                                                    Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                                                                    Additional Sides

                                                                                                                                                                    • Yogurt with Cucumber & DillUSD 5.95

                                                                                                                                                                      • Nakhoud SideUSD 5.95

                                                                                                                                                                        Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro

                                                                                                                                                                        • Baadenjaan SideUSD 5.95

                                                                                                                                                                          Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                                                          • Daal SideUSD 5.95

                                                                                                                                                                            Spicy lentils topped with fresh dill

                                                                                                                                                                            • Sabzi SideUSD 5.95

                                                                                                                                                                              Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill

                                                                                                                                                                              • Kadoo SideUSD 5.95

                                                                                                                                                                                Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

                                                                                                                                                                                • Qabuli SideUSD 5.95

                                                                                                                                                                                  Seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots & raisins

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Palou SideUSD 4.50

                                                                                                                                                                                    Seasoned basmati rice

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Chalou SideUSD 3.50

                                                                                                                                                                                      Saffron infused basmati rice

                                                                                                                                                                                      Last updated: 31 August 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                      What 2,680 people are saying

                                                                                                                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                                                                                      4.8
                                                                                                                                                                                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.8Food
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.8Service
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.7Value

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                                                                                                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                                                                      Bistro Aracosia is a standout gem in Afghan cuisine. Known for its "amazing flavors" and "impeccable service," it offers a delightful dining experience with a charming ambiance. The menu features a variety of "savory vegetarian options" and "tender meats," making it perfect for both vegetarians and meat lovers. Highly recommended for special occasions!

                                                                                                                                                                                      2,680 Reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                      1. stacy

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        23 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        vip
                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        23 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        The service and food were exceptional! The vegetarian options were plentiful and truly delicious

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                                                                                                                                                                                      2. Toby

                                                                                                                                                                                        Philadelphia

                                                                                                                                                                                        44 reviews

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                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        44 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        Food was fantastic and flavorful. The servers were very kind, helpful, and polite. What a great experience!

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                                                                                                                                                                                      3. Elizabeth

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        Great food, attentive service, and much less noisy than most DC restaurants. It's become my go-to restaurant here.

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                                                                                                                                                                                      4. Momtaz

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        47 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        47 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        Excellent food , service and ambience. Thank you. Keep up the good work.

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                                                                                                                                                                                      5. Kim

                                                                                                                                                                                        Richmond

                                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 8 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        First time to try Afghan food. Server was very helpful in making suggestions. We shared the dumpling sampler appetizer which gave us 3 different tastes each. The pumpkin dumpling was to die for! My husband loves lamb so he chose the Dhood Palou and was very happy. I'm less of a lamb fan and went with Veal & Mushrooms Sabzi Lawaan and loved it. The decor showcased Afghan crafts and art tastefully. We will definitely be back soon!

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                                                                                                                                                                                      6. Frederick

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        14 reviews

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                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 8 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        Pumpkin dumplings are out of this world; beef tenderloin is as well. Our meals have always been exceptional, and service is terrific.

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                                                                                                                                                                                      7. Steve

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        31 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        31 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 7 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                                        Always a great experience. We are always impressed with the bold and assertive flavors. Menu is extensive and thoughtful. Portions are generous. Service pleasant and efficient.

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                                                                                                                                                                                      8. giuliana

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 5 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        Had a wonderful experience with longtime friends who I hadn’t seen in years. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. I left my sunglasses at the table and when I returned to retrieve them they were already dialing my number to let me know. Food as always was delicious. Don’t wait. GO!

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                                                                                                                                                                                      9. Jay

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        175 reviews

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                                                                                                                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        175 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 1 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                                                                        Great food and we had a really nice server too. This is a neighborhood favorite.

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                                                                                                                                                                                      10. Elliot

                                                                                                                                                                                        Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        vip
                                                                                                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on 26 October 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                                        The food at Aracosia is tasty, abundant, and wonderfully spiced. However, it has a lot of oil embedded in the sauces (in our opinion, too much). Also, my salmon was overcooked even though I specified my desired to have it done medium rare. The servers are wonderful and attentive. However, they would not give my wife and I a table where the two of us could sit next to each other, even though they did so for another couple shortly after we arrived. This was our third time visiting. The hostess should be more accommodating. The ambiance is very pleasant. That said, we enjoyed the live background Afghan music they used to have on the weekend, but there was no such music this past Saturday. They put a table for diners where the singer used to be.

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                                                                                                                                                                                      Bistro Aracosia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 363-0400.

                                                                                                                                                                                      Bistro Aracosia is rated 4.8 stars by 2680 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                                                                                                      7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                      Booked 34 times today

                                                                                                                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                                                                                      Google Map for Bistro Aracosia

                                                                                                                                                                                      5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016

                                                                                                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                                                                                                                        Dana Place
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                                                                                                                        Palisades Northwest
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                                                                                        Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                                                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                                                                        Afghan, Vegetarian / Vegan, Middle Eastern
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                                                                                                        Casual Dress
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                                                                                                        Street Parking
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                                                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                                                                                        Sofia Masroor
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                                                                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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