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Bistro Aracosia, Washington, DC

Bistro Aracosia

4.8
4.8
2690 Reviews
$30 and under
Afghan

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 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 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,690 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro Aracosia is a true gem in Washington DC, celebrated for its "amazing, flavorful food," attentive service, and inviting ambience. With a diverse menu of Afghan dishes, it consistently delivers "excellent food" and "superb service." Guests appreciate its "reasonable prices" and the thoughtful touches for special occasions. A must-visit!

2,690 Reviews
  1. Madeleine

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant. Cozy and great food and service. Big portions, lovingly prepared. Lamb was delicious as was the beef. The dumplings should not be missed. The servers are so friendly and make you feel at home. The wine list is reasonably priced.

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  2. SOHNA

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful experience all around. Highly recommend.

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  3. Bela Shah

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a beautiful small restaurant with delicious food. There is a large menu with items to please everyone. We had lamb shanks three different ways and each was divine. The lamb literally fell off the bone! So good!

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  4. Barbara

    Washington DC

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yet another consistently delicious dinner at Bistro Aracosia with excellent service.

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  5. Nabil

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food. Authentic. generous portions. Great service.

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  6. John

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bistro Aracosia is an excellent dining experience. The Food is wonderfully created and prepared, the service is very helpful without being intrusive and the ambiance is quiet and intimate - Try it you will like it!

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  7. CS

    Washington DC

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent anniversary luncheon for 6; service, attention, food preparation all exemplary. This is our favorite location of the 4… celebration achieved!

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  8. Sue Marx

    Washington DC

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It is amazing how great the staff was on this long holiday weekend. They are always very respectful of special food needs.

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  9. Marc

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been there many times. Truly varied, sophisticated, and nuanced Afghan cuisine--well beyond just the kabobs that dominate many other Afghan restaurant menus. Good service, reasonable prices considering the quality of the food, and tables well spaced and thus the noise level is rarely if ever a problem, unlike at so many other restaurants nowadays.

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  10. Bill

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Liked the ambiance. Overall service was good but server was a little slow.

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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 2690 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 24 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 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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