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Bistro Aracosia, Washington, DC

Bistro Aracosia

4.8
4.8
2719 Reviews
$30 and under
Afghan

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sofia Masroor
  • Catering
    Please call us at 202-363-0400

What 2,719 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • District of Columbia

    Best Food

  • District of Columbia

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro Aracosia delights with "phenomenal food", "wonderful flavors", and "excellent service". Diners enjoy an extensive menu with "generous portions" and "plentiful vegetarian options". The cozy ambiance and attentive staff make it a "hidden gem" for Afghan cuisine lovers. The "dumplings" and "lamb dishes" are must-tries, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

2,719 Reviews
  1. Javid

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Second time visiting this location. First time was a team dinner (12+ guests) and it was a horrible experience. Food was not good and the service was very unorganized. After a hefty bill that the company paid for, I felt guilty for being the person to choose this restaurant. Decided to give them a second try for Valentine’s Day dinner with my wife. Same experience.

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  2. Lynne

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a lovely evening. This is a wonderful restaurant

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  3. Wayne

    VIP

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was wonderful. Came out in a timely fashion, hot and flavorful.

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  4. maria paloms

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicioso! Súper atentos y el servicio inigualable seguro regresamos

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  5. Shelley

    VIP

    Washington DC

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is reliably excellent. Never disappointed. Tasty, served quickly. Good service. Reasonably priced. Appetizers well worth trying. Particularly dumplings.

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  6. Tria

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal that satisfied both meat eaters and vegetarians. Charming service. Good price. Good atmosphere and not too loud.

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  7. Julia

    VIP

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second visit to this restaurant. Excellent food and service. Parking lot or valet parking not offered, so I parked my car a couple of blocks from the restaurant, which wasn't a problem.

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  8. Marlon

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints....table was ready when we arrived and food is always superb. This was our 5th visit and we are still exploring all the diiferent options and varied flavors on the menu. Even managed to get a parking spot relatively close...a rarity for a Sat night :-) . Spice beef dumplingsto start...wife had the Saffron chicken and I had the smoked and braised lamb shank Palou special...both delicious. Can honestly say we've yet to have a dish that we wouldn't order again!

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  9. Robert

    VIP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were outstanding as always. The restaurant easily accommodated our requests for substituting side dishes. The non-alcoholic "mocktail" was also really nice! I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  10. Lois

    Washington DC

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always delicious and the food that's meant to be hot is always piping hot. The staff is lovely.

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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 2719 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
19:00
Booked 17 times today

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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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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