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

Rania DC

4.7
4.7
480 Reviews
$50 and over
Indian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 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
  • Website
    https://www.raniadc.com/
  • 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

  • Thanksgiving Feast

    US$125.00 per person

    28 Nov 2024 only
    Join us for an exquisite 4-course Thanksgiving dinner on November 28, 2024, from 2-8 pm for $125 per person. Elevate your dining experience with our wine pairing for $85 per person. Reserve your table now for a memorable celebration! Please note: On 11/28/24, our special Thanksgiving menu will be the only menu available.

  • 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.

  • 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!

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What 480 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rania DC offers an "amazing dining experience" with a creative menu of Indian-inspired cuisine. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and "incredible flavors," along with unique cocktails and beautiful ambiance. While some find the noise level high, most agree it's a "memorable experience" and "one of the best Indian restaurants in the US."

480 Reviews

  1. Alexander

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dining experiance. The food was phenomenal the staff was very knowledgeable and attentive. Presentation of food and drinks was beyond expectations and the food taste, textures, and aroma were unlike any experience I've had in the DC area thus far. Cannot understate how good the food was. Massive compliments to the chef and staff.

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  2. Michael

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Indian flavors with modern techniques and fusions. I came with a friend from Delhi, and it was truly a treat to experience each course from both a new perspective, but also to have my friend speak to how the ingredients they use were common fare from his childhood, and praising how they elevated these humble staples to new heights. The cocktails pack a major wow factor with the presentation, and the flavors are excellent. Service was great, and on par with the Michelin rating. Complements to the chef, who was so kind to meet us in person despite the heavy prep his team had ahead of Thanksgiving!!!

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  3. Ben

    Washington DC

    94 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    94 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and fun. Some great values in the wine list. Something for everyone.

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  4. Leslie

    Denver

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious, inventive food. Everything was terrific!

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  5. Tanya

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great tasting Indian food and great drinks. Amazing service

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Utterly amazing! We went for brunch and had a wonderful experience, guided by Mario. This restaurant is an Indian Gem that celebrates the amazing Indian food and culture with a perfect balance. Can’t wait to come back!

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  7. Steven

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is pure fine dining. The food is delicious from start to finish and the money you spend is worth it. The drinks presentation wise are elaborate, but maybe not needed.

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  8. Terry

    Denver

    45 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Major slippage - I had called this the best Indian I had ever tried - Tonight pork dish was dry - inediblly dry - a glass of wine was poured without offering a taste from a bottle that had been opened days earlier and was flat -

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  9. Bill

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal, wonderful service by Mario and the staff. Highly recommend for the food, the service, and the atmosphere

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous setup inside, staff was very attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. Food was delicious and portioned perfectly! Presentation was great!

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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 4.7 stars by 480 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 17 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
  • Website
    https://www.raniadc.com/
  • 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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