Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

4.7

1135 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Indian

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2 people

29 Nov 2024

19:00

Neighbourhood gem
Vegetarian-friendly
Charming

'Too much is so good, you can't stop eating it. The tandoor-baked breads are not mere swabs for sauce but could be eaten, and enjoyed, on their own; the naan with cilantro and rock salt is terrific, as is the kulcha richly stuffed with minced lamb. Masala Art offers combinations you don't see often around here, but even its more familiar dishes can be revelations. Consider its samosas. They're flakier than a lot of the competition, and their filling of peas, potatoes and sweet raisins tastes fresher, too. A burst of cardamom in every bite helps. In the same vein, soft logs of minced lamb pulse with heat from jalapeno peppers, a shock offset with breezy mint. Pureed spinach is a vibrant green, flecked with corn and rich with garlic...' - WashingtonPost.com

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 362-4441
Website
http://www.masalaartdc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
4441 B-Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016
Area
Tenleytown
Cross Street
Albemarle Street NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Vegetable SamosaUS$8.95
Aam Palak ChaatUS$11.95
Aloo Tikki ChaatUS$9.50
BhelpuriUS$8.95
Honey Chili Lotus StemUS$9.50
Pani PooriUS$8.95
Dahi BhalleUS$9.95
Dahi Papdi ChaatUS$8.95
Cauliflower BezuleUS$9.95
Phulka Tacos LambUS$11.95
Phulka Tacos ChickenUS$10.95
Corn aur Asparagus ke KababUS$9.95
Onion BhajiUS$9.95
DhoklaUS$9.95
Lahori Murg TikkaUS$10.95
Chicken Bang-BangUS$10.95
Fish AmritsariUS$11.95
CalamariUS$11.95
Seekh KababUS$10.50
Shrimp Chilli GarlicUS$11.95

Tandoori Specialties

Zaffarani JheengaUS$29.95
Tandoori ChickenUS$21.95
Murg Malai KababUS$21.95
Chargha Cornish HenUS$21.95
Lucknowi Lamb ChopsUS$30.95
Kasundi SalmonUS$26.95
Tand White MeatUS$5.00
Achari Paneer TikkaUS$18.95
WINTERFEST APPETIZERUS$0.00
WINTERFEST DESSERTUS$0.00
Cut In 4US$0.00

Thali Dinner

Non Veg ThaliUS$29.95
Veg ThaliUS$26.95
Valentines 3 Course Dinner- Make Your OwnUS$39.99

Tawa Selection

Kadhai JheengaUS$29.95
Bhareli WangiUS$18.95
Tawa BhindiUS$18.95
Gobhi MussallamUS$18.95

Non-Vegetarian Specialties

Lobster LababdarUS$29.95
Shrimp Ambi CurryUS$28.95
Kerala Fish CurryUS$25.95
Murgh Tikka MasalaUS$20.95
Chicken SaagwalaUS$20.95
Saunfiyani MurgUS$20.95
Awadhi Dum ke MurgUS$20.95
Methi MurgUS$20.95
Butter ChickenUS$20.95
White MeatUS$5.00
Lamb Xacuti (Sha-go-ti)US$21.95
Lamb Neelgiri KormaUS$21.95
Railway Lamb CurryUS$21.95
Goat CurryUS$28.95
Boti JalfreziUS$21.95

Vegetarian Specialties

Bombay AlooUS$15.95
Tofu Garam MasalaUS$16.50
Baingan Mirch ka SalanUS$17.95
Paneer Khatta PyaazUS$18.95
Kofta Khazana - e - LazzatUS$18.95
Paneer Makhan MasalaUS$18.95
Subz KormaUS$17.95
Kaju Mattar MakhanaUS$18.95

Biryani

Shrimp BiryaniUS$28.95
Chicken BiryaniUS$23.95
Lamb BiryaniUS$25.95
Baby Goat BiryaniUS$33.00
Vegetable BiryaniUS$21.95
Channa Pudina Chilgoza BiryaniUS$23.95
Non Veg Kobob & BryaniUS$25.00
Veg Kabob & BryaniUS$22.00

Breads

NanUS$4.00
Butter NanUS$5.00
Garlic Chilli NanUS$5.00
Rock Salt & Cilantro NanUS$5.00
Tandoori RotiUS$4.00
Aloo ParanthaUS$6.00
Kashmiri NanUS$6.00
Lachha ParanthaUS$5.00
Pudina ParanthaUS$5.00
Goat Cheese KulchaUS$6.00
KulchaUS$6.00
- CheeseUS$0.00
- OnionUS$0.00
- PeshawariUS$0.00
- Minced LambUS$0.00
Missi RotiUS$5.00
RushUS$0.00
Nan RefillUS$0.00
Roomali RotiUS$5.00

Accompaniments

PulaoUS$3.99
Pulao PlateUS$2.50
ChawalUS$2.99
Raita CucumberUS$4.25
Plain YogurtUS$3.99
Papad Basket / ChutneyUS$3.50
Onion & Chilli PlateUS$2.50
Mango ChutneyUS$2.50
Chutney PlatterUS$5.50
PickleUS$1.75
Tamarind ChutneyUS$1.75
Mint Yogurt ChutneyUS$1.75
Green Spicy Chutney US$2.50
Sauce 16ozUS$12.00
Sauce 8ozUS$6.00

Mother's Day Prix Fixe

Mother's Day Prix FixeUS$34.95
- Mutton SookhaUS$0.00
- Corn Shami KababUS$0.00
- Fish AmritsariUS$0.00
- Methi ChickenUS$0.00
- Quinoa BiryaniUS$0.00
- Kabuli GoshtUS$0.00
- Gulab JamunUS$0.00
- Coconut KheerUS$0.00
- Lemon SorbetUS$0.00

Chicken Specials

Achari MurghUS$23.95
Chicken CurryUS$23.95
Chicken KormaUS$23.95
Chicken Vindaloo - GF / SpicyUS$23.95
Coorgi MurgUS$23.95
Kadahi ChickenUS$23.95
Kori Gassi - GF / No dairyUS$23.95
Murg Tikka LababdarUS$23.95

Lamb Specials

Bhuna GoshtUS$24.95
Elaichi GoshtUS$24.95
Lamb KormaUS$24.95
Lamb RoganjoshUS$24.95
Lamb VindalooUS$24.95
Rara GoshtUS$24.95
Sag GoshtUS$24.95

Shrimp & Veg Specials

Vegetable JalfreziUS$18.95
Mattar PaneerUS$18.95
Nariyal Pudina Fish CurryUS$28.95
Aloo GobhiUS$18.95
Paneer Tikka MasalaUS$22.95
Plain SaagUS$17.95
Sag AlooUS$18.95
Saag ChanaUS$18.95
Kadhai PaneerUS$22.95
Tofu MakhaniUS$18.95
Tofu SaagUS$18.95
Prawn Tikka MasalaUS$29.95

PICK UP TABLE

PICK UP TABLEUS$0.00
RUSH FOODUS$0.00

What 1,135 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Masala Art DC in Tenleytown boasts "amazing food" that leaves diners eager to return. The restaurant is praised for its "excellent, thoughtful food," with standout dishes like naan and saffron cashew chicken. Known for its "great service" and warm ambience, it's a favorite for "typical Indian food at a reasonable price."

1,135 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Marsala art was amazing. The food and the customer service was on point. The owner made food suggestions and everything was delicious!
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Rahul
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Indian in DC area. Amazing food and the paneer/chicken makhan masala is to die for.
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Larry
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 23 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's one of my favorite places. Highly recommended!
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Judy
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on 19 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great typical Indian food at a reasonable price. Don’t miss the bel photo appetizer or the rock salt cilantro naaan. Mediocre wine. Stick with beer - better with Indian food anyway
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barlap
Washington DC
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on 25 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Excellent, thoughtful food, a little too light on heat.
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Khalid
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 18 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Amazing food. Naan and saffron cashew chicken is the best
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SherryB
Washington DC
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on 13 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food is excellent. Service is not what it used to be, but that's the case in many restaurants these days.
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Dupontcir
Washington DC
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 8 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We've been dining at Masala Art for years and have never had a bad meal.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 21 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a foodie and as someone who loves Indian food, I got to say this is one terrific restaurant and I will definitely go back. I grew up in northern India and like most Indians my favorite cuisine is Indian. The ambience is nice and so is Atul, but really the food is absolutely amazing!
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BhavnaL
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 12 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and food. Looking forward to returning soon.
1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Masala Art DC (Tenleytown) does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Masala Art DC (Tenleytown) also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 362-4441.

Masala Art DC (Tenleytown) is rated 4.7 stars by 1135 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

29 Nov 2024

19:00

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Google Map for Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

4441 B-Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016

Additional information

Cross Street
Albemarle Street NW
Area
Tenleytown
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.masalaartdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 362-4441

Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Vegetable SamosaUS$8.95

Aam Palak ChaatUS$11.95

Aloo Tikki ChaatUS$9.50

BhelpuriUS$8.95

Honey Chili Lotus StemUS$9.50

Pani PooriUS$8.95

Dahi BhalleUS$9.95

Dahi Papdi ChaatUS$8.95

Cauliflower BezuleUS$9.95

Phulka Tacos LambUS$11.95

Phulka Tacos ChickenUS$10.95

Corn aur Asparagus ke KababUS$9.95

Onion BhajiUS$9.95

DhoklaUS$9.95

Lahori Murg TikkaUS$10.95

Chicken Bang-BangUS$10.95

Fish AmritsariUS$11.95

CalamariUS$11.95

Seekh KababUS$10.50

Shrimp Chilli GarlicUS$11.95

Tandoori Specialties

Zaffarani JheengaUS$29.95

Tandoori ChickenUS$21.95

Murg Malai KababUS$21.95

Chargha Cornish HenUS$21.95

Lucknowi Lamb ChopsUS$30.95

Kasundi SalmonUS$26.95

Tand White MeatUS$5.00

Achari Paneer TikkaUS$18.95

WINTERFEST APPETIZERUS$0.00

WINTERFEST DESSERTUS$0.00

Cut In 4US$0.00

Thali Dinner

Non Veg ThaliUS$29.95

Veg ThaliUS$26.95

Valentines 3 Course Dinner- Make Your OwnUS$39.99

Tawa Selection

Kadhai JheengaUS$29.95

Bhareli WangiUS$18.95

Tawa BhindiUS$18.95

Gobhi MussallamUS$18.95

Non-Vegetarian Specialties

Lobster LababdarUS$29.95

Shrimp Ambi CurryUS$28.95

Kerala Fish CurryUS$25.95

Murgh Tikka MasalaUS$20.95

Chicken SaagwalaUS$20.95

Saunfiyani MurgUS$20.95

Awadhi Dum ke MurgUS$20.95

Methi MurgUS$20.95

Butter ChickenUS$20.95

White MeatUS$5.00

Lamb Xacuti (Sha-go-ti)US$21.95

Lamb Neelgiri KormaUS$21.95

Railway Lamb CurryUS$21.95

Goat CurryUS$28.95

Boti JalfreziUS$21.95

Vegetarian Specialties

Bombay AlooUS$15.95

Tofu Garam MasalaUS$16.50

Baingan Mirch ka SalanUS$17.95

Paneer Khatta PyaazUS$18.95

Kofta Khazana - e - LazzatUS$18.95

Paneer Makhan MasalaUS$18.95

Subz KormaUS$17.95

Kaju Mattar MakhanaUS$18.95

Biryani

Shrimp BiryaniUS$28.95

Chicken BiryaniUS$23.95

Lamb BiryaniUS$25.95

Baby Goat BiryaniUS$33.00

Vegetable BiryaniUS$21.95

Channa Pudina Chilgoza BiryaniUS$23.95

Non Veg Kobob & BryaniUS$25.00

Veg Kabob & BryaniUS$22.00