Rania DC

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

4.7

583 Reviews

$50 and over

Indian

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2 people

Mar 26, 2025

March 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Fancy

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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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Indian
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
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.

Location
427 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Neighborhood
Penn Quarter
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Chef Tasting Menu
$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 Vegan diets, allergies to allium, nightshade, cumin, and coriander. Please call the restaurant if you have multiple allergies or dietary restrictions. ~ We take pride in our ability to provide a quality dining experience to our patrons and appreciate your understanding ~
Regular Dining Experience 4-Course Menu
$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 583 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rania DC offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "outstanding food and impeccable service." The "creative and delicious Indian cuisine" is paired with an "exceptional wine list," creating a "culinary art" presentation. The "ambiance is elegant yet inviting," making it a "must-visit" for those seeking a "top-tier dining experience" in DC.

583 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The interior design sets a classy, intentional tone the moment you step in. The cocktail menu has a wide array of options, all with a mix of both familiar and exotic ingredients that were perfectly balanced so that you could pick up on each unique flavor without any particular one of them overwhelming the palette. The four course prix fixe menu included options that appealed to each member of our party. Much like the cocktails, the dishes were both familiar and new with interesting ingredients, combinations, and new flavors to explore. Our choice to include the wine pairing with our meal added so much to the overall experience, with each individual menu selection being matched exquisitely to a complementary wine option. The dishes were all fantastic, with not a single one disappointing or mediocre. We left feeling we’d had something special, worthwhile, and unique. While the overall cost is very high, as a rare treat Rania rises to the occasion.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was amazing, from start to finish. I am not an expert or that knowledgeable about Indian food, but literally everything was beautiful and tasted wonderful. I loved the mousse dessert especially! My son said it was the best meal he had ever eaten.
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Titus
Baltimore1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We dined at Rania for our anniversary and loved the fantastic food and excellent service. Every dish was flavorful and beautifully presented, and the staff was attentive. However, the restaurant was quite noisy, making it less ideal for a romantic evening. Our anniversary wasn’t acknowledged, which may have been an OpenTable oversight, but it would have been a nice touch. Overall, a great spot for amazing Indian cuisine— just keep in mind that for a quieter, more romantic experience, it might not be the ideal choice.
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Dirk VIP
Chicago133 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Flavorful dishes that make the most of Indian spices without being off putting. Layered tastings with a great wine pairing.
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Christopher
Milwaukee2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The chef set the bar high with a very flavorful amuse bouche, then continued to deliver over the next seven courses. High end Indian dishes done well.
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JudithS
Charleston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Love! If anything, there may have been too much staff foot-traffic around the table. Felt a bit rushed at some points. Perhaps pacing of some courses could have been better - but I could have said something as well, so not their fault. Anyway, absolutely spectacular flavors. Would recommend to anyone interested in amazing Indian cuisine on an elevated level!
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Laurence
Washington DC1 review
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great service and the Chef’s tasting menu was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! Masterfully executed dishes - culinary art with mouth watering tastes and textures. We’ll be back.
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Saurabh
Washington DC7 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance and even better food. I’m wishing I could go back again tonight! Excellent service too but a bit too slow in between courses. Everyone should go here at least once
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Brad
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service. Excellent food and drinks. I'll definitely look forward to my next visit.
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FAQs

Rania DC is rated 4.7 stars by 583 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.