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Bistro Aracosia, Washington, DC

Bistro Aracosia

4.8 (2763)
$30 and under
Afghan
5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • 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.

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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sofia Masroor
  • Catering
    Please call us at 202-363-0400
  • 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

What 2,763 people are saying

Bistro Aracosia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Food

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Value

  • District of Columbia

    Best Overall

  • District of Columbia

    Best Food

  • District of Columbia

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro Aracosia delights with "excellent food" and "attentive service" in a charming, neighborhood setting. Diners rave about the "sublime food," including standout dishes like seekh kabab and chicken Aracosian. With a warm ambiance and a menu catering to diverse tastes, it's a "neighborhood gem" worth visiting frequently.

2,763 Reviews
  1. Betsy

    Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch impressed out of town guest. Good service, environment, delicious food. Also Happy to prepare one carry out dish

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  2. Deborah

    Washington, D.C. Area27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every aspect is fabulous …the food, the service, and the ambiance. Highly recommended, and they’re wonderful about celebrating special occasions.

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  3. Karen

    Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall I enjoyed the restaurant and my dinner. But the outdoor experience was disappointing, too close to the street and with a bus stop right in front of us! My companions were great sports, but found the noise from the street and too-close passersby off-putting. The indoor dining area, which was fully booked, looked very nice.

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  4. Christine VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was delicious as always. A bit surprised by the very limited menu due to Mother’s Day.

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  5. Thomas VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent. Our water glasses were filled routinely. The food was top rated. They were able to substitute the okra dish as a side, replacing another side on the menu. All in all a very pleasant experience.

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  6. Liz

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner in their outdoor dining area. Delicious food and great service.

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  7. Jessica VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, generous portions. Great kids menu!!

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  8. vinay

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very busy; totally encourage reserving before going there. Excellent seekh kabab, very succulent. Had shinwari karahi (lamb shank) and chicken breast kabob. Both had excellent spices (not too chillies-spicy) and the meats tasted fantastic. They also provided a complimentary Firni (birthday in the party), which got over faster than the time it took to make its way from the kitchen to the table. All-around excellent food. Service was very professional (if one ding, wish they were a wee bit more friendly to converse; but it was a busy night. So it is understandable)

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  9. Sydney VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful as always! This is definitely a neighborhood gem!

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  10. Liliana VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch outdoors with friends. Great device, delicious food and outdoor tables are pleasant. Planning on going back this weekend for dinner with husband. I recommend it!

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FAQs

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

Bistro Aracosia is rated 4.8 stars by 2763 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 24 times today
Google Map for Bistro Aracosia

5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Dana Place
  • Neighborhood
    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, 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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