Darvish Kitchen – Middle Eastern
Darvish Kitchen invites guests into a vibrant sanctuary where the cooling crunch of herb-flecked yogurt soup and the sweet, salty harmony of watermelon and feta evoke the freshness of a sun-drenched Persian garden. The experience balances these light, botanical flavors with the rustic comfort of savory Tabriz meatballs and smoky grilled cauliflower, crafting a sensory journey through time-honored recipes in an atmosphere of soulful hospitality.
1141, Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20036 +12027837777 https://www.darvishkitchen.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Darvish Kitchen
Dairy-Free at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 18 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basmati Saffron, Soup of the Day and Marinated Olives (Zaytoon Parvardeh). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 11 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Marinated Olives (Zaytoon Parvardeh) and Minced Meat (Kabob-E-Koobideh). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 32 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rolett, Green Eggplant Dip (Kashke Bademjan) and Marinated Salmon Filet (Kabob-E-Mahi). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Brussels Sprouts and Doogh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Brussels Sprouts and Doogh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 15 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basmati Saffron, Marinated Olives (Zaytoon Parvardeh) and Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Darvish Kitchen
Darvish Kitchen in Washington has 38 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rolett, Green Eggplant Dip (Kashke Bademjan) and Basmati Saffron. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Darvish Kitchen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tabriz Meatball (Koofteh Tabrizi) | 143.2 g | 79.9 g |
| Cucumber Tomato Salad (Salad-E-Shirazi) | 18.3 g | 28.3 g |
| Cold Yogurt Soup (Abdoogh Khiar) | 95.5 g | 24.9 g |
| Baba Ghanoush | 108.5 g | 24.5 g |
| Combination Plate | 27.3 g | 22.6 g |
| Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholezard) | 100.7 g | 21.2 g |
| Hummus | 30.9 g | 20.5 g |
| Darvish Salad (Salad-E-Khunegi) | 81.1 g | 19.4 g |
| Eggplant & Split Pea Stew (Gheymeh Bademjan) | 18 g | 19.4 g |
| Watermelon Feta Salad (Panir Hendoone) | 72.3 g | 17.8 g |
| Rose Water Granita Rice Noodles (Faloodeh) | 79.2 g | 13.1 g |
| Adas Polo | 89.2 g | 11.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Soups & Salads
- Cold Yogurt Soup (Abdoogh Khiar) - $14: Persian cucumber, yogurt, chives, fresh dill, fresh oregano, raisins, rose water, rose pedals, toasted bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Watermelon Feta Salad (Panir Hendoone) - $16: Watermelon, cucumbers, feta cheese, fresh dill, fresh basil, olive oil, lime juice, honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad (Laboo) - $18: Beets, lettuce, walnuts, scallions, carrots, grilled corn, fresh lemon juice, mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Tomato Salad (Salad-E-Shirazi) - $12: Diced cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, with a tangy lemon dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Darvish Salad (Salad-E-Khunegi) - $22: Mixed greens, feta cheese, lettuce, cherry tomato, cucumber, red onions, pomegranate, avocado, lemon olive oil dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $14 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Starters
- Hummus - $14: Mashed chickpeas with garlic, tahini, fresh lemon juice with olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush - $14: Eggplant, tahini, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tabriz Meatball (Koofteh Tabrizi) - $16: Ground beef, split peas, rice, turmeric, eggs, cinnamon, saffron, barberry, walnut Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cauliflower (Gole Tabrizi) - $16: Steak seared cauliflower with lemon butter garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Olives (Zaytoon Parvardeh) - $10: Marinated olives with pomegranate, walnuts and herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Eggplant Dip (Mirza Ghasemi) - $12: Smoked eggplant spread with tomatoes, garlic and eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Eggplant Dip (Kashke Bademjan) - $12: Creamy eggplant dip with whey, sautéed onions, walnut, garlic and mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Vegetables (Torshi) - $9: Selection of cabbage, cauliflower, celery, carrots, cucumber, and peppers in a flavorful brine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Grilled Shrimp (Meygoo) - $16: Roasted red peppers in white beans purée with jalapeño sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yogurt & Cucumber Dip (Mast-O-Khiar) - $12: Refreshing yogurt dip with cucumbers, mint, and dried rose pedals Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yogurt & Dried Shallot Dip (Mast-O-Musir) - $12: Refreshing creamy yogurt and shallot dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Frittata (Kuku Sabzi) - $15: Persian frittata with fresh herbs, walnuts and barberries, served with yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Herbs & Feta (Noon Panir Sabzi) - $24: Feta cheese, mint, basil, parsley, cilantro, radish, cherry tomato, walnut, handmade flatbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combination Plate - $30: Platter includes hummus, mast-o-khiar, zaytoon parvardeh, kuku sabzi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Marinated Ribeye Steak (Kabob-E-Torsh) - $36: Juicy beef marinated in pomegranate, fresh herbs, and walnuts Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Minced Meat (Kabob-E-Koobideh) - $26: Ground beef with grated onions and fresh herbs Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon (Kabob-E-Barg) - $34: Tender slices of filet mignon in traditional Persian herbs and spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Chicken Breast (Kabob-E-Joojeh) - $28: Saffron marinated chicken breast Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Cornish Hen (Kabob-E-Joojeh Ba Ostokhan) - $30: Bone-in cornish hen in a lemon saffron marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Salmon Filet (Kabob-E-Mahi) - $32: Filet of salmon in Chef's saffron marinade Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Lamb (Kabob-E-Chenjeh) - $32: Lamb backstrap marinated in garlic mint yogurt Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soltani - $39: Saffron marinated chicken breast & ground beef with grated onions and fresh herbs Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barg Soltani - $45: Tender slices of filet mignon and ground beef with grated onions and fresh herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Persian Chicken Saffron Rice (Tahchin) - $30: A traditional rice dish with chicken, onion, yogurt, saffron, zereshk, and egg yoke Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Salmon (Salmon Breshte) - $34: Brussels sprouts in a dijon cream sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops (Shishlik) - $39: Marinated in pepper, lemon, and garlic Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shank (Mahiche) - $36: Marinated in turmeric, onions, garlic, cinnamon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino (Mahi-E-Branzino) - $39: Whole branzino seared with cherry tomato confit, lemon dill, with a white wine sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant & Split Pea Stew (Gheymeh Bademjan) - $28: A hearty stew with lamb, split peas, dried lime, cinnamon with crispy potatoes and eggplant Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Stew (Ghormeh Sabzi) - $28: A flavorful stew with beef, kidney beans, parsley, cilantro, dried lime, onion, leek Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Basmati Saffron - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sabzi Polo - $10: Herbs, garlic and butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adas Polo - $10: Lentil rice with dates, raisins, and crispy fried onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zereshk Polo - $10: Dried barberry rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baghali Polo - $10: Fava beans, dill rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bazari Bread - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Salad - $10: Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onions, olives, radish, with lemon and olive oil dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholezard) - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Saffron Ice Cream (Bastatani Zaffroni) - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Rose Water Granita Rice Noodles (Faloodeh) - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Napoleon - $12: Puff pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Tiramisu - $12: Ladyfinger pastries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Rolett - $12: Moist sponge cake filled with fluffy whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Honey Cake (Cake Asali) - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Passionfruit Cream Brulee - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Persian Affogato - $12: Vanilla ice cream, espresso coffee, pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cream Caramel - $12: Rose water, almond, pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Nights of Shiraz - $22: Cucumber, mint, sekanjabin, lime juice, vodka Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Pink Paloudeh - $20: Gin, rose water/hel, simple syrup, grenadine, sparkling rose Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Shaytoon Margarita - $22: Pomegranate juice/syrup, triple sec, lime juice, salt, sumac rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse
- Persian Espresso Martini - $22: Piatachio syrup, espresso, vodka Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sekanjebin - $14: Sugar, water, mint leaves, and vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Doogh - $10: Homemade yogurt drink with mint Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics
- Persian Beer - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Hel Chai (Cardamom Tea) - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Darvish Kitchen
- Is Darvish Kitchen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Darvish Kitchen has 18 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Basmati Saffron, Soup of the Day and Marinated Olives (Zaytoon Parvardeh).
- What can I eat at Darvish Kitchen on a dairy-free diet?
- Basmati Saffron, Soup of the Day and Marinated Olives (Zaytoon Parvardeh) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 18 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Darvish Kitchen have vegan options?
- Yes. 15 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Basmati Saffron and Marinated Olives (Zaytoon Parvardeh).
- Is Darvish Kitchen gluten-free?
- 11 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Darvish Kitchen?
- Tabriz Meatball (Koofteh Tabrizi), at roughly 79.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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