Bistro Aracosia

Name: Bistro Aracosia
Address: 5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20016
Telephone: (202) 363-0400
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

2210 Reviews

$30 and under

Afghan

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

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(202) 363-0400

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Afghan, Vegetarian / Vegan, Middle Eastern
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm 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
Neighborhood
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Mini Taste of Aracosia
$44.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Are you struggling to decide what you want for dinner tonight? You can have it all with this amazing spread of our favorite dishes. We call it "Mini Taste of Aracosia", it includes three of our qormas (stews), two of our marinated meats, two variations of basmati rice and four of our roasted vegetables.

Popular dishes

Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza$19.95
Marinated and charbroiled lamb shoulder chops, lamb rib chops, lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney
Mix Grill Mazza$14.95
Marinated and charbroiled salmon, ground beef, beef tenderloin and lamb rib chop, served with avocado yogurt
Hot Mazza Assortment$15.95
Aushak, mantu, baadenjaan, kadoo, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available
Quroti$7.95
Afghan bread topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Baadenjaan Bouranee$8.95
Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Kadoo Bouranee$8.95
Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Carrot Slaw$7.95
Julienne carrots cooked with brown sugar and cardamom, chilled and tossed with fresh citrus
Potato & Leek Turnovers$7.95
Stuffed with potatoes and leeks, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt
Sabzi Turnovers$8.95
Stuffed with slow cooked greens, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt
Kadoo Turnovers$7.95
Stuffed with butternut squash, fried until crisp, served with a side of garlic yogurt
Sambosa$8.95
Stuffed with a minced beef and lentil qorma, fried until crisp, topped with powdered sugar and cardamom
Pumpkin Dumpling Appetizer$9.95
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available
Aushak Appetizer$9.95
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available
Mantu Appetizer$9.95
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer$10.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with cucumber and dill yogurt
Seekh Kabob Appetizer$9.95
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

Burgers & Wraps

Bistro Burger$11.95
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) Wrap$11.95
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 Wrap$11.95
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 Wrap$13.95
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 Soup$7.95
Minced beef, lentils, chickpeas and mung beans, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint, cayenne and fresh dill Vegetarian option available
Bistro Salad$7.95
Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes, croutons, bleu cheese crumbles and walnuts, tossed in a balsamic dressing
Mixed Green Salad$6.95
Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes and croutons, tossed in a balsamic dressing

Entrees

Lamb & Greens$18.95
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill
Qabuli Palou$18.95
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
Sholah & Lamb$16.95
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill
Aushak Entree$13.95
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available
Pumpkin Dumplings$13.95
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available
Mantu Entree$13.95
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

Qormas (Stews)

Chicken Lawaan$13.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Chicken Sabzi Lawaan$14.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Chicken Ryehaan$14.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Saffron Chicken$15.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon and fresh dill, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Chicken Karahi$14.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Chicken Aracosian$14.95
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 Chicken$13.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Lamb Shank Moghuli$18.95
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 Moghuli$19.95
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 Lawaan$19.95
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal & Mushrooms$20.95
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal & Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan$21.95
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 Ryehaan$19.95
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal & Nakhoud$19.95
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with chickpeas, garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal Karahi$19.95
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal Moghuli$19.95
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

Additional Sides

Yogurt with Cucumber & Dill$4.95
Qabuli Side$4.95
Seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots & raisins
Palou Side$4.50
Seasoned basmati rice
Chalou Side$3.50
Saffron infused basmati rice
Nakhoud Side$4.95
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro
Baadenjaan Side$4.95
Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Daal Side$4.95
Spicy lentils topped with fresh dill
Sabzi Side$4.95
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill
Kadoo Side$4.95
Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

Chops & Kabobs

Lamb Tenderloin$24.95
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]$19.95
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 Chops$18.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Lamb Chop Duo$20.95
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 Platter$30.95
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 Lamb Chops & Beef Tenderloin$22.95
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 Tenderloin$24.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Beef Tenderloin$18.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Beef Tenderloin & Chicken$17.95
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]$12.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Chicken & Ground Beef$15.95
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$15.50
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Chicken Thigh$15.50
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Salmon$16.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of slow cooked greens topped with fresh dill
Surf & Turf$20.95
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

Baadenjaan Karahi$13.95
Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Baadenjaan Moghuli$13.95
Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Sabzi Moghuli$13.95
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 Lawaan$13.95
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 Lawaan$12.95
Spicy chickpeas in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Nakhoud & Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan$13.95
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 Chalou$11.95
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice
Baadenjaan Chalou$13.95
Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice
Kadoo Chalou$14.95
Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice
Sabzi Chalou$13.95
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill, served with saffron rice
Qabuli Combination Platter$16.95
Four variations of our vegetables: sabzi, nakhoud, kadoo and baadenjaan, served with qabuli rice
Vegetarian Aushak Entree$13.95
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Vegetarian Pumpkin Dumpling Entree$13.95
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Sholah with Eggplant & Butternut Squash$15.95
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

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4.9

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4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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Annette
Washington DC
5 reviews
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5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
Wonderful attention to food allergies. Excellent service, food was very good.
Bistro AracosiaResponded todayThank you, we are happy to hear that you felt comfortable and enjoyed dining with us!
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Greatrestaurant
Washington DC
33 reviews
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5.0
33 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent dinner. Of the four of us, only I had eaten their before. Pleasant waiter made great suggestions. Everything was yummy. The dumplings are the best!
Bistro AracosiaResponded todayThank you for your kind words! We are happy to hear that you and your loved ones enjoyed dining with us!
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OpenTable Diner
Glasgow
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A fabulous find in NW DC. We had the tasting menu and it was both brilliant and *huge*. The grilled meats were a highlight, but there was nothing we didn't like: dal, chickpeas, eggplant, curried chicken. Would highly recommend: great value as well.
Bistro AracosiaResponded todayThank you for your kind review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our tasting menu!
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CatherineF
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food with interesting seasonings, as befit its origin. Lively service and ambiance.
Bistro AracosiaResponded todayThank you, Catherine! We are glad that you enjoyed!
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Lauren
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Easily the BEST restaurant in Washington, DC! The food is delicious, the staff is warm, and the owner is kind and gracious. In fact, he once stopped by my table to welcome my friend and me to the restaurant, and gave us each a beautiful lapis lazuli bracelet handmade by women in Afghanistan. It was such a special, personal gesture on top of an exquisite meal. Every time I go, I'm floored by the complex flavors in every dish. I've never had a less than perfect bite here. Never been? Try the "Taste of Aracosia" sampler. Outstanding.
Bistro AracosiaResponded todayThank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We are so happy to hear that you have enjoyed several meals with us. We appreciate your support!
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Susan
Washington DC
25 reviews
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5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We thoroughly enjoyed our meal, especially the leek and scallion dumplings and vegetarian sampler. Everything was delicious- service was excellent too.
Bistro AracosiaResponded 4 days agoThank you, Susan! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us!
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nashpaul
Washington DC
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really excellent, tasty, and creative food choice with a substantial menu for carnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike. Service was friendly and the space is lovely. Couldn't have enjoyed our meal more!
Bistro AracosiaResponded 7 days agoThank you for your kind words and support!
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JWinRockville
Washington DC
4 reviews
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5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Pleasant early evening dining experience. The menu contains a wide verity of Afghan dishes. All are wonderful. This menu is supported by a quality wine list.
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THGS75
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Large menu with many intriguing options. The pumpkin dumplings were outstanding.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 17, 2023Thank you! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our pumpkin dumplings!
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MonicaM
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Delicious food in huge portions (& a tasty Manhattan, a cocktail I’d never tried before); our server was charming & helpful with menu selections…and made no effort to hurry us along when we stayed at the table chatting & considering dessert/after-dinner drink options for @ a half hour w/o ordering any.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 17, 2023Thank you, Monica! We are so glad that you enjoyed our food and hospitality!
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PascalP
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is excellent. The menu is a bit daunting to navigate, but well worth the effort.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 17, 2023Thank you, we are glad that you enjoyed our food!
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BrianK
Washington DC
4 reviews
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5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a good and pleasant experience. Good food, service and ambiance.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 15, 2023Thank you, Brian! We appreciate your kind words and support!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Friend’s birthday
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 15, 2023Thank you!
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Leebur
Washington DC
74 reviews
vip
5.0
74 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A really great menu with lots of options for vegans/vegetarians. Also able to modify many dishes for gluten sensitive diners. Fun sections of cocktails and a very impressive beer/wine lineup. Service was magnificent and the food was delicious. Will definitely be back.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 14, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support! We look forward to welcoming you back!
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JosephR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was my wife's birthday and she wanted to enjoy a delicious meal with family. She is vegan, and I am a meat eater, and we both were loving the meals we ordered. Everyone at the table had a wonderful dining experience. They even surprised my wife with a birthday treat! We will definitely eat there again.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you, Joseph! We are so glad that you enjoyed celebrating with us! We appreciate your kind words and support!
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ErikR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible experience for all. We will be back, soon!
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you, we look forward to seeing you again soon!
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JillT
Washington DC
37 reviews
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5.0
37 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and wonderful service. One of our favorites!
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 13, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support!
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GabrielM
New York Area
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
We had an excellent meal at Bistro Aracosia. Our server Brianna was great and efficient, and also gave us recommendations when asked. The food didn’t take long to reach the table, and was very well explained by the runner. The turnovers were a great appetizer, and the lamb qabuli palou was exquisite. My wife and I were celebrating our anniversary, they took notice of that through the Open Table reservation and were kind enough to offer us a complimentary dessert. In sum, delicious food and excellent service.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 9, 2023Thank you for celebrating your special day with us! We are happy to hear that Brianna took great care of you!
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FreqDiner
Washington DC
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at Aracosia - and it earned its high reviews. Nicer friendly neighborhood place. Food was really good. Lots of new things to try, and the flavors did not disappoint. Service was attentive, and prices were maybe a couple of dollars higher than what I might have expected, but that's true everywhere now. Once the food came, truly excellent and large portions - I actually thought it was a great value. Recommended cocktails were also creative and delicious. We'll go back for sure.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 9, 2023Thank you for dining with us! We are glad that you enjoyed your experience and we look forward to your next visit!
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MomtazW
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Scellent food and service. Keep up the good work.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you for your kind words!
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Judith
Washington DC
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent staff. Delicious food. Comfortable seats and not noisy. I love it.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you, Judith! We are glad that you enjoyed dining with us!
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Retiredloon
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dining experience at Bistro Arcosio was truly enjoyable in every way. The service was attentive without being overbearing; everything our party of four ordered was beautifully prepared, generously portioned, and absolutely delicious; and the restaurant ambiance was spacious and lovely. It was a perfect evening!
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 1, 2023Thank you for sharing about your experience, we are glad that you enjoyed it!
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gw77
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious--both the vegetarian flight, and the tasting; the service was excellent--very attentive; and the ambiance was comfortable and very pleasant. Great experience overall!
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 1, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support! We are glad that you enjoyed!
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JeffT
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and service were great. The lamb and dumplings were incredible and such a great location.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 1, 2023Thank you, Jeff! We are glad that you enjoyed dining with us!
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Marsh
Washington DC
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful restaurant! Great food, great service and a warm atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 27, 2023Thank you! We appreciate your kind words and support!
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RickH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a very enjoyable dinner for 4. The food was delicious. Zach was a great waiter.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 1, 2023Thank you, Rick! We are glad to hear that Zak took great care of you and that you enjoyed dining with us!
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WendyS
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best food and service we’ve had in years! Try the tasting menu, you won’t be sorry.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you, Wendy! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed dining with us!
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CarrieJ
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Atmosphere, staff and food were all excellent! Our server, Zach, was wonderful and very helpful in answering questions and helping with our selections (there were so many interesting dishes to try, we had a hard time narrowing it down!). I appreciated that the tables were nicely spaced, and that we could easily conduct a conversation without having a hard time hearing. Highly recommend - we will definitely be back!
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 27, 2023Thank you, Carrie! We are happy to hear that Zak too great care of you during your visit. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again soon!
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DanaW
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Eat here. Your taste buds will thank you. Also, one of the tastiest celiac friendly places we've found. Try the okra -- if you think you hate okra, brace yourself for a delicious surprise.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 24, 2023Thank you, Dana! We are glad that you enjoyed dining with us and that our okra was a pleasant surprise! We appreciate your support!
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NancyS
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, attentive service and wonderful food!
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 23, 2023Thank you, Nancy!
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nancys
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food great service. The parking is tough but once you’re in the experience is great and the food is so fresh and delicious.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 20, 2023Thank you for your kind words, we are glad that you enjoyed dining with us!
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DavidMc
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A local favorite, always excellent but diverse and reasonably priced tasting menu options put it over the top.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 20, 2023Thank you for your kind words and support!
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FrankP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
First visit - the menu is full of great choices, so we ordered the tasting menu for 2 which included 10 + dishes (beef tenderloin, lamb shank, lamb chops, & chicken, plus eggplant, butternut squash, lentils, chickpeas, etc.). Every dish was excellent and plentiful - we had a full meal remaining. A neighborhood gem for sure and worth trying. The number of excellent reviews were right on target.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 20, 2023Thank you for dining with us! We are glad that you enjoyed our tasting menu!
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SusanG
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
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Wonderful in every way!!! We ordered the vegetarian combination and the mixed grill and tasted as much as we could . Everything had a distinct taste. So delicious. Our server was so nice and friendly.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 17, 2023Thank you, Susan! We are so glad that you enjoyed your experience with us!
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NupurM
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and good services. Quite place and we enjoyed a Valentine’s Day.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 17, 2023Thank you for celebrating Valentine's day with us! We are glad that you enjoyed it!
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MariannS
Washington DC
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
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Wow. I was really impressed. Lovely atmosphere, attentive service and the food was delicious. I had a simple chicken kabob dish that was incredibly flavorful. The roasted butternut squash and rice were a delightful combination. When we declined to order a dessert, the waiter brought us one to share. We thought that was very kind and generous. I highly recommend them for a lovely evening out.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 13, 2023Thank you, Mariann! We are so glad that you enjoyed your dinner with us! We appreciate your support!
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great in that server was very helpful.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 13, 2023Thank you, we are glad you enjoyed!
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smg123
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was just about perfect. Professional, friendly staff. Very nice atmosphere good for a date or a cozy dinner with friends. And the food is superb. I highly recommend.
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 13, 2023Thank you very much for your kind words and support! We are glad that you enjoyed!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2023
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One of my two guests has a gluten allergy so we couldn’t order the Appetizers Sampler for all of us. Our very helpful server suggested we order it for 2 of us and he brought my other guest a couple of gluten free appetizers, which she loved. He also brought her some diced carrots and cucumbers so she could dip them in the 4 delicious sauces they serve for the meal. Our server also reassured my guest that the Aracosia Sampler meal for all of us was gluten free. In summary, a delicious lunch made even more pleasant by our server’s thoughtful suggestions. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 13, 2023Thank you for dining with us! We are so delighted to hear that our service was attentive and thoughtful. We are glad you enjoyed your experience and hope to see you all again soon!
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Rawr
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2023
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Outstanding experience. Food and service never fails
Bistro AracosiaResponded on February 9, 2023Thank you for your kind words, we are glad you enjoyed your experience with us!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

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

Bistro Aracosia is rated 4.9 stars by 2210 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(202) 363-0400

5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Dana Place
Neighborhood
Palisades Northwest
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistroaracosia.com/
Phone number
(202) 363-0400
Catering
Please call us at 202-363-0400

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Mini Taste of Aracosia

Pumpkin Dumpling Entree

Pumpkin Dumpling Appetizer

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup

Appetizers

Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza$19.95

Mix Grill Mazza$14.95

Hot Mazza Assortment$15.95

Quroti$7.95

Baadenjaan Bouranee$8.95

Kadoo Bouranee$8.95

Carrot Slaw$7.95

Potato & Leek Turnovers$7.95

Sabzi Turnovers$8.95

Kadoo Turnovers$7.95

Sambosa$8.95

Pumpkin Dumpling Appetizer$9.95

Aushak Appetizer$9.95

Mantu Appetizer$9.95

Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer$10.95

Seekh Kabob Appetizer$9.95

Burgers & Wraps

Bistro Burger$11.95

Seekh (Ground Beef) Wrap$11.95

Chicken Wrap$11.95

Salmon Wrap$13.95

Soup & Salad

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup$7.95

Bistro Salad$7.95

Mixed Green Salad$6.95

Entrees

Lamb & Greens$18.95

Qabuli Palou$18.95

Sholah & Lamb$16.95

Aushak Entree$13.95

Pumpkin Dumplings$13.95

Mantu Entree$13.95

Qormas (Stews)

Chicken Lawaan$13.95

Chicken Sabzi Lawaan$14.95

Chicken Ryehaan$14.95

Saffron Chicken$15.95

Chicken Karahi$14.95

Chicken Aracosian$14.95

Rumi's Chicken$13.95

Lamb Shank Moghuli$18.95

Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli$19.95

Veal Lawaan$19.95

Veal & Mushrooms$20.95

Veal & Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan$21.95

Veal Ryehaan$19.95

Veal & Nakhoud$19.95

Veal Karahi$19.95

Veal Moghuli$19.95

Additional Sides

Yogurt with Cucumber & Dill$4.95

Qabuli Side$4.95

Palou Side$4.50

Chalou Side$3.50

Nakhoud Side$4.95

Baadenjaan Side$4.95

Daal Side$4.95

Sabzi Side$4.95

Kadoo Side$4.95

Chops & Kabobs

Lamb Tenderloin$24.95

Frenched Rack of Lamb [Chopaan]$19.95

Lamb Shoulder Chops$18.95

Lamb Chop Duo$20.95

Aracosian Lamb Platter$30.95

Bistro Signature Lamb Chops & Beef Tenderloin$22.95

Lamb & Beef Tenderloin$24.95

Beef Tenderloin$18.95