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Masala, McLean, VA

Masala

4.4
4.4
31 Reviews
$30 and under
Indian
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Innovative
We specialize in fine Indian cuisine cooked with perfect blend of spices or Masala. Masala is a generic term used to describe different types of ground spice mixes used in Indian cuisine. A typical mix consists of coriander, cumin, black peppercorns, green cardamom, cinnamon, and dried red chiles, while cloves, fennel, mace, and nutmeg frequently assume the roles of supporting casts. The decision of what spices to use (and in what proportions) to concoct a perfect masala for a given dish depends on, among others, whether the dish includes meat, vegetables or fish and on the culinary origins of the dish. This process of creating a perfect mix to add just the right spice and flavor to different dishes is something of an art in itself, which our Chef, Ram Thapa, has mastered over years of training and exploration. We invite you to take a stroll down Chef Thapa’s world of masala and experience fine Indian cuisine like you have never before.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Nepalese, Pakistani
  • Hours of operation
    Daily: Lunch: 11:45 am-2:45 pm; Dinner: 5:00 pm- 10:00 pm:
  • Phone number
    (703) 462-9699
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    McLean
  • Parking details
    Parking is plentiful and free in a public lot right in front of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4
4.4 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

31 Reviews
  1. CurryLover

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Indian food in the area, including DC! Really have a great buffet. And wait staff is very friendly as well.

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  2. DCHugh

    Washington DC

    84 reviews

    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    always great, best Indian / nepalese in the region

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  3. OccasionalGourmand

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    great local indian. the steamed dumpling appetizer from Kasmir was particularly good.

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  4. DCHugh

    Washington DC

    84 reviews

    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent visit, for curry officianados you will know that Nepalese quisene is a little different from the run of the mill, great find in McLean will certainly be going back

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  5. MHVa

    VIP

    New York City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Buffet lunch is an excellent choice. There is a wide selection of food. The food is always flavorful, with choices of spicy, hot and mild. Service is good and the dining room is comfortable. I will definitely return.

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  6. Mila

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It was fine overall, but we are not going back. The tables are too close to each other, I was constantly kicked by everybody who was passing by. The service was very slow and they brought my son's entree 15 min earlier than the rest of us...

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  7. RenukaC

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went in a party of 4 for a celebration and the food did full justice to the occasion! We left very satisfied with our choices which were Lamb Vindaloo, Chennai Seafood Curry, Shrimp Briyani and Okra, specifying Medium Spicy. In addition we had Rice, Naan and Raita. We ate it Asian style with central dishes so that each person had a meal balanced with flavors and nutrition. The chef was top notch and I was particularly intrigued with how they drew out the dried chilli and curry leaf flavor in the seafood curry. Absolutely superb! For dessert we variously ordered rasmalai, gulab jaman, kheer and mango kulfi. Every one of those desserts enchanted. The mango kulfi was served as a round in 4 pieces with a sauce. It was a memorable meal and we are all devoted fans of Masala, planning to come back regularly. Of course the service was delightful and very responsive.

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  8. CarlottaL

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food, especially the chicken teka massala! Nice service!

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  9. JenaC

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Indian restaurant in the area. Amazing service!

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  10. Michelle

    VIP

    Washington DC

    138 reviews

    4.0

    138 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    All good here. Tasty food, friendly service, easy parking and moderate prices. Especially liked the mutter paneer.

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FAQs

Masala does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Masala also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 462-9699.

Masala is rated 4.4 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for Masala

1394 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22101

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    McLean
  • Hours of operation
    Daily: Lunch: 11:45 am-2:45 pm; Dinner: 5:00 pm- 10:00 pm:
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Nepalese, Pakistani
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is plentiful and free in a public lot right in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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