Rasika – Indian
Bathed in warm, sophisticated lighting, this vibrant destination reimagines Indian cuisine through a lens of modern elegance and culinary artistry. The air hums with energy as guests delight in the legendary crunch of flash-fried palak chaat and the aromatic depth of black cod infused with honey and star anise. From the delicate spice of crab pepper masala to the comforting richness of velvet-smooth chicken makhani, every plate offers a masterful balance of bold tradition and contemporary flair.
1190, New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20037 +12024662500 https://www.rasikarestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, halal, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, sugar-free, diabetic, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, high-fiber, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, atkins, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, low-fodmap, tlc, alkaline, volumetrics, raw-food, detox, macrobiotic, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, candida, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Palak Chaat - $15: Crispy baby spinach, sweet yogurt, tamarind, date chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Ragda Pattice - $12: Spiced potato, chickpeas, tamarind date, mint chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Avocado Banana Chaat - $14: Cumin, red chili powder, tamarind, date chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Tawa Baingan - $14: Eggplant, spiced potato, olive oil, peanut sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Crab Pepper Masala - $16: Chesapeake Bay crab, black pepper, curry leaf oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Sweet Potato Samosa - $12: Phyllo pastry, cranberry chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Mango Shrimp - $15: Fresh mango, cashew nuts, ginger, mint chutney Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating
Main Courses
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $22: Tomato, onion, bell pepper, fenugreek Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Black Cod - $38: Fresh dill, honey, star anise, red wine vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Makhani - $22: Broiled chicken, tomato, fenugreek Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Tandoori Lamb Chops - $38: Mace, cardamom, cashew nuts, ginger Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Halibut Goan Curry - $32: Coconut, Kashmiri chili, tamarind Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating
- Chicken Biryani - $23: Aromatic chicken, basmati rice, saffron, raita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Vegetarian Entrees
- Paneer Makhani - $18: Cottage cheese in a creamy tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gobhi Mattar - $18: Cauliflower, green peas, cumin, ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Malai Palak - $18: Spinach, garlic, green chili, onions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Dal Makhani - $18: Lentils, tomato, garlic, fenugreek Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Breads
- Naan - $5: Traditional leavened white bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Naan with Herbs - $6: Naan topped with garlic and fresh herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Truffle Naan - $6: Naan infused with truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Goat Cheese Kulcha - $8: Bread stuffed with goat cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Sides
- Basmati Rice - $5: Steamed long-grain aromatic rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Lemon Cashew Nut Rice - $7: Basmati rice flavored with lemon and cashews Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Cucumber Raita - $8: Cucumber and yogurt relish Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chutney Sampler - $6: Eggplant Ginger, Tomato Raisin, and Mango chutneys
Desserts
- Channa Payesh - $14: Cottage cheese, milk reduction, rose water, pistachio, almond Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian