Rasika

Rasika is a modern Indian Cuisine restaurant showcasing Tawa (Griddle), Sigri (open Barbeque), Tandoori and regional dishes.
We have a temperature controlled wine cellar, offer small plates and a modern lounge.

Reservations at Rasika notoriously book at least a month in advance--make plans early to ensure a table.

The restaurant sells several of its most popular sauces by the jar--take it home and try the dishes on your own.

This is clearly a very popular restaurant in DC for Indian food. We showed up without reservations a Saturday evening and were able to get a table after a pleasant half hour wait at the bar during which we enjoyed a cocktail. The food is well prepared and presented and the service attentive.

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