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Rania DC's Main Dining Room - Rania DC, Washington, DC

Rania DC

4.8
4.8
502 Reviews
$50 and over
Indian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
We are excited to welcome you to Rania, DC's hottest destination for modern Indian food. Tom Sietsema has called our food "some of the most inspired Indian cooking in DC." At Rania, we offer homage to the time-honored traditions, rich flavors, and spices of India in an intimate, luxurious setting. We look forward to sharing our vision with you!

Presenting sophisticated, highly acclaimed 4-course prix-fixe menu, with an upcoming debut of our chef's tasting menu.

Policies:
-Dress Code: Smart Business Casual. No shorts, athletic wear, or baseball caps are allowed.
-Children under 10 are not allowed in the main dining areas.
-Reservations are available for parties of up to 6 people.
- A non-refundable deposit of $30 per person is required for parties larger than 5.
-A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties 5 or more.

For large party or private dining inquiries, please email: Info@raniadc.com

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 804-6434
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Peter Boboris
  • Private party facilities
    Hosting a business event or a celebratory occasion? Rania has the perfect space for your next event. We offer a variety of spaces and menu options that bring forward the history, flavors, and hospitality of India.
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Experiences

  • Chef Tasting Menu

    US$175.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Are you ready to be treated like royalty? Immerse yourself in the elegance of Rania with our Chef's Tasting Menu, a sumptuous seven-course affair available at $175, complemented by exquisite wine pairings for $125 per person. Note: Due to the unique nature of our cuisine, we are unable to accommodate allergies to allium, nightshade, cumin, and coriander. However, we are pleased to inform you that we can cater to vegan diets and other dietary restrictions if notified beforehand. We take pride in our ability to provide a quality dining experience to our patrons and appreciate your understanding.
    Chef Tasting Menu photo
  • Brunch Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Rania for a brunch experience like no other! Enjoy our exquisite 3-Course Price Fixe menu for $55 per person, or indulge in Bottomless Mimosas for $35 (90-minute limit). Whether you're in the mood for sweet, savory, or bubbly, we've got it all. Don't miss out on a delightful culinary adventure!
  • Regular Dining Experience 4-Course Menu

    US$90.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Rania's 4-course ($90) pre-fixe menu experience, with the option to add wine pairings and cocktails as desired. Available Tuesdays thru Saturdays. Note: Due to the unique nature of our cuisine, we are unable to accommodate allergies to allium, nightshade, cumin, and coriander. However, we are pleased to inform you that we can cater to vegan diets and other dietary restrictions if notified beforehand. We take pride in our ability to provide a quality dining experience to our patrons and appreciate your understanding.

What 502 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
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rania DC offers an extraordinary dining experience with "outstanding" food and "impeccable" service. The creative Indian-inspired menu is a delightful fusion of traditional flavors with modern twists. Guests rave about the "amazing" ambiance, "excellent" cocktails, and memorable occasions. Perfect for special events, Rania is a must-visit in DC.

502 Reviews
  1. Karen

    VIP

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Push reserve- beat DC restaurant we’ve been to in a long time- tasting menu was divine! Will be back soon!

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  2. Michael

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated two year anniversary at our first Michelin star restaurant, and it was truly a wonderful experience. The tenants of the staff and everyone was truly amazing. We were greeted by a personal note as well as complementary dessert for our anniversary. The food was absolutely delicious as well.

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  3. Nina

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rania offers an exceptional dining experience with outstanding food and impeccable service. Each dish is crafted with precision, showcasing interesting ingredients and bold flavors. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable, making our visit feel special. I can’t wait to return!

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  4. Lourdes

    Fort Lauderdale

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience had the four course meal, flavor and services were on point, I’m extremely happy that the restaurant was recommended to me, outstanding

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  5. Richard

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One Michelin Star (and all that implies) with two prix fixe selections and alacarte menu. (1) Self select 4 items from 4 groups, $90) or (most) Chefs Selection 7 items plus desert ($150). We did Chefs Selection, excellent flavors and great value. The last dish was an aged duck breast dish with all typical Indian sides (Naan, rice, curry dipping sauces). The cocktail menu and wine list were amazing. Easily worth

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  6. Venkat

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The four course meal was really good. Would recommend people to go here. This was our first time and really enjoyed the food.

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  7. Elizabeth

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great flavors! Amazing service! Highly recommend.

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  8. Aisha

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and staff! Every dish was delicious, I will definitely be back again.

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  9. Jonathan

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Glad to have tried it, but won’t be back. Style over substance.

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  10. Leslie

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and cocktails. A perfect place to celebrate a special occasion!

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FAQs

Rania DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 804-6434.

Rania DC is rated 4.8 stars by 502 OpenTable diners.

Rania DC does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rania DC

427 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20004

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive Chef
    Peter Boboris
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 804-6434
  • Private party facilities
    Hosting a business event or a celebratory occasion? Rania has the perfect space for your next event. We offer a variety of spaces and menu options that bring forward the history, flavors, and hospitality of India.
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