Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

4.9

1148 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Indian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Vegetarian-friendly
Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups

'Too much is so good, you can't stop eating it. The tandoor-baked breads are not mere swabs for sauce but could be eaten, and enjoyed, on their own; the naan with cilantro and rock salt is terrific, as is the kulcha richly stuffed with minced lamb. Masala Art offers combinations you don't see often around here, but even its more familiar dishes can be revelations. Consider its samosas. They're flakier than a lot of the competition, and their filling of peas, potatoes and sweet raisins tastes fresher, too. A burst of cardamom in every bite helps. In the same vein, soft logs of minced lamb pulse with heat from jalapeno peppers, a shock offset with breezy mint. Pureed spinach is a vibrant green, flecked with corn and rich with garlic...' - WashingtonPost.com

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 362-4441
Website
http://www.masalaartdc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
4441 B-Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016
Neighbourhood
Tenleytown
Cross Street
Albemarle Street NW
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Vegetable SamosaUS$8.95
Aam Palak ChaatUS$11.95
Aloo Tikki ChaatUS$9.50
BhelpuriUS$8.95
Honey Chili Lotus StemUS$9.50
Pani PooriUS$8.95
Dahi BhalleUS$9.95
Dahi Papdi ChaatUS$8.95
Cauliflower BezuleUS$9.95
Phulka Tacos LambUS$11.95
Phulka Tacos ChickenUS$10.95
Corn aur Asparagus ke KababUS$9.95
Onion BhajiUS$9.95
DhoklaUS$9.95
Lahori Murg TikkaUS$10.95
Chicken Bang-BangUS$10.95
Fish AmritsariUS$11.95
CalamariUS$11.95
Seekh KababUS$10.50
Shrimp Chilli GarlicUS$11.95
Vada PaoUS$9.95
Samosa ChaatUS$11.95
DabeliUS$11.00
Dahi PooriUS$10.00
Tawa FishUS$13.00
Kandhari Chicken TikkaUS$12.00

Tandoori Specialties

Zaffarani JheengaUS$29.95
Tandoori ChickenUS$21.95
Murg Malai KababUS$21.95
Chargha Cornish HenUS$21.95
Lucknowi Lamb ChopsUS$30.95
Kasundi SalmonUS$26.95
Tand White MeatUS$5.00
Achari Paneer TikkaUS$18.95
WINTERFEST APPETIZERUS$0.00
WINTERFEST DESSERTUS$0.00
Cut In 4US$0.00

Thali Dinner

Non Veg ThaliUS$29.95
Veg ThaliUS$26.95
Valentines 3 Course Dinner- Make Your OwnUS$39.99

Tawa Selection

Kadhai JheengaUS$29.95
Bhareli WangiUS$18.95
Tawa BhindiUS$18.95
Gobhi MussallamUS$18.95

Non-Vegetarian Specialties

Lobster LababdarUS$29.95
Shrimp Ambi CurryUS$28.95
Kerala Fish CurryUS$25.95
Murgh Tikka MasalaUS$20.95
Chicken SaagwalaUS$20.95
Saunfiyani MurgUS$20.95
Awadhi Dum ke MurgUS$20.95
Methi MurgUS$20.95
Butter ChickenUS$20.95
White MeatUS$5.00
Lamb Xacuti (Sha-go-ti)US$21.95
Lamb Neelgiri KormaUS$21.95
Railway Lamb CurryUS$21.95
Goat CurryUS$28.95
Boti JalfreziUS$21.95
Lal Maas US$34.00
Poached Jumbo PrawnsUS$32.00
Chicken ChettinadUS$26.00

Vegetarian Specialties

Bombay AlooUS$15.95
Tofu Garam MasalaUS$16.50
Baingan Mirch ka SalanUS$17.95
Paneer Khatta PyaazUS$18.95
Kofta Khazana - e - LazzatUS$18.95
Paneer Makhan MasalaUS$18.95
Subz KormaUS$17.95
Kaju Mattar MakhanaUS$18.95
Paneer PasandaUS$25.00

Biryani

Shrimp BiryaniUS$28.95
Chicken BiryaniUS$23.95
Lamb BiryaniUS$25.95
Baby Goat BiryaniUS$33.00
Vegetable BiryaniUS$21.95
Channa Pudina Chilgoza BiryaniUS$23.95
Non Veg Kobob & BryaniUS$25.00
Veg Kabob & BryaniUS$22.00

Breads

NanUS$4.00
Butter NanUS$5.00
Garlic Chilli NanUS$5.00
Rock Salt & Cilantro NanUS$5.00
Tandoori RotiUS$4.00
Aloo ParanthaUS$6.00
Kashmiri NanUS$6.00
Lachha ParanthaUS$5.00
Pudina ParanthaUS$5.00
Goat Cheese KulchaUS$6.00
KulchaUS$6.00
- CheeseUS$0.00
- OnionUS$0.00
- PeshawariUS$0.00
- Minced LambUS$0.00
Missi RotiUS$5.00
RushUS$0.00
Nan RefillUS$0.00
Roomali RotiUS$5.00

Accompaniments

PulaoUS$3.99
Pulao PlateUS$2.50
ChawalUS$2.99
Raita CucumberUS$4.25
Plain YogurtUS$3.99
Papad Basket / ChutneyUS$3.50
Onion & Chilli PlateUS$2.50
Mango ChutneyUS$2.50
Chutney PlatterUS$5.50
PickleUS$1.75
Tamarind ChutneyUS$1.75
Mint Yogurt ChutneyUS$1.75
Green Spicy Chutney US$2.50
Sauce 16ozUS$12.00
Sauce 8ozUS$6.00

Mother's Day Prix Fixe

Mother's Day Prix FixeUS$34.95
- Mutton SookhaUS$0.00
- Corn Shami KababUS$0.00
- Fish AmritsariUS$0.00
- Methi ChickenUS$0.00
- Quinoa BiryaniUS$0.00
- Kabuli GoshtUS$0.00
- Gulab JamunUS$0.00
- Coconut KheerUS$0.00
- Lemon SorbetUS$0.00

Chicken Specials

Achari MurghUS$23.95
Chicken CurryUS$23.95
Chicken KormaUS$23.95
Chicken Vindaloo US$23.95
Coorgi MurgUS$23.95
Kadahi ChickenUS$23.95
Kori Gassi - GF / No dairyUS$23.95
Murg Tikka LababdarUS$23.95

Lamb Specials

Bhuna GoshtUS$24.95
Elaichi GoshtUS$24.95
Lamb KormaUS$24.95
Lamb RoganjoshUS$24.95
Lamb VindalooUS$24.95
Rara GoshtUS$24.95
Sag GoshtUS$24.95

Shrimp & Veg Specials

Vegetable JalfreziUS$18.95
Mattar PaneerUS$18.95
Nariyal Pudina Fish CurryUS$28.95
Aloo GobhiUS$18.95
Paneer Tikka MasalaUS$22.95
Plain SaagUS$17.95
Sag AlooUS$18.95
Saag ChanaUS$18.95
Kadhai PaneerUS$22.95
Tofu MakhaniUS$18.95
Tofu SaagUS$18.95
Prawn Tikka MasalaUS$29.95

PICK UP TABLE

PICK UP TABLEUS$0.00
RUSH FOODUS$0.00

What 1,148 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Healthy
District of Columbia
Best Food
District of Columbia
Best Value
District of Columbia
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Masala Art DC in Tenleytown is a beloved neighborhood gem known for its "outstanding cuisine" and "very friendly neighborhood restaurant" feel. It offers a diverse menu with unique dishes like lamb tacos and goat curry. The ambiance is charming and quiet, with attentive service and great vegetarian options.

1,148 Reviews

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Ingrid
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Indian food in the city, food and service are always phenomenal
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jan VIP
Washington DC4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Masala Art is a treasure -- lovely quiet dining room, broad distinctive menu, good service and blessedly quiet, so one can actually carry on a conversation. Also good value for excellent and beautifully presented cuisine. An affordable joy!
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Al VIP
New York City29 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful, little gem that serves hot, fresh and delicious Indian cuisine at a very good value. An in assuming, comfortable and quaint… Perfect for date night, casual meet up with friends or even a business dinner.
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Dona
Washington DC23 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always enjoy going ther and having their good food. Great neighborhood restaurant.
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sam
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit and the experience did not disappoint. Since it was VAlentines there was a decent crowd. The wait for seating was longer than expected but once seated, appetizers, wine and main course were spot on. For wine, we had a bottle of mosel Riesling wine from Germany. Nice. We had garlic and plan nan. Awesome. For appetizers we had Dabeli - where have I been!? Had 2 orders of Dahl Poori - the sweet, sour and yogurt mix was quite refreshing and flavorful. For the main we had chicken Saagwala and chicken Chettinad! Put it this way, Das Masala is now my favorite spot. I really appreciated the attentiveness of the staff and the owner checking in on us at the end is the meal. Lastly, each guest seemed to be enjoying the meal and conversation. Not at all rushed. 10 stars!!
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Rohan
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went here with my girlfriend for Valentine’s Day. It was naturally very busy but the service did not suffer at all. The food and staff were both excellent and friendly. I can’t wait to come back to try more of their menu.
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Cody
Washington DC1 review
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The dinner felt understaffed and we had to wait very long for service and food.
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David
Washington DC7 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely neighborhood restaurant with very good service, welcoming ambience and atmosphere. The Indian dishes are so tasty and delicately prepared. Highly recommend!
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Patricia
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My son had recommended Masala Art DC so we decided to go. The food was absolutely delicious and the ambiance was perfect. Everyone was very friendly and I most definitely will return soon.
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Rafael VIP
Washington DC48 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We live in the neighborhood, so Masala is one of our regular go-to places. As usual, the food was excellent and the service was attentive.
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FAQs

Masala Art DC (Tenleytown) does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Masala Art DC (Tenleytown) also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 362-4441.

Masala Art DC (Tenleytown) is rated 4.9 stars by 1148 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

4441 B-Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016

Additional information

Cross Street
Albemarle Street NW
Neighbourhood
Tenleytown
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.masalaartdc.com/
Phone number
(202) 362-4441

Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Vegetable SamosaUS$8.95

Aam Palak ChaatUS$11.95

Aloo Tikki ChaatUS$9.50

BhelpuriUS$8.95

Honey Chili Lotus StemUS$9.50

Pani PooriUS$8.95

Dahi BhalleUS$9.95

Dahi Papdi ChaatUS$8.95

Cauliflower BezuleUS$9.95

Phulka Tacos LambUS$11.95

Phulka Tacos ChickenUS$10.95

Corn aur Asparagus ke KababUS$9.95

Onion BhajiUS$9.95

DhoklaUS$9.95

Lahori Murg TikkaUS$10.95

Chicken Bang-BangUS$10.95

Fish AmritsariUS$11.95

CalamariUS$11.95

Seekh KababUS$10.50

Shrimp Chilli GarlicUS$11.95

Vada PaoUS$9.95

Samosa ChaatUS$11.95

DabeliUS$11.00

Dahi PooriUS$10.00

Tawa FishUS$13.00

Kandhari Chicken TikkaUS$12.00

Tandoori Specialties

Zaffarani JheengaUS$29.95

Tandoori ChickenUS$21.95

Murg Malai KababUS$21.95

Chargha Cornish HenUS$21.95

Lucknowi Lamb ChopsUS$30.95

Kasundi SalmonUS$26.95

Tand White MeatUS$5.00

Achari Paneer TikkaUS$18.95

WINTERFEST APPETIZERUS$0.00

WINTERFEST DESSERTUS$0.00

Cut In 4US$0.00

Thali Dinner

Non Veg ThaliUS$29.95

Veg ThaliUS$26.95

Valentines 3 Course Dinner- Make Your OwnUS$39.99

Tawa Selection

Kadhai JheengaUS$29.95

Bhareli WangiUS$18.95

Tawa BhindiUS$18.95

Gobhi MussallamUS$18.95

Non-Vegetarian Specialties

Lobster LababdarUS$29.95

Shrimp Ambi CurryUS$28.95

Kerala Fish CurryUS$25.95

Murgh Tikka MasalaUS$20.95

Chicken SaagwalaUS$20.95

Saunfiyani MurgUS$20.95

Awadhi Dum ke MurgUS$20.95

Methi MurgUS$20.95

Butter ChickenUS$20.95

White MeatUS$5.00

Lamb Xacuti (Sha-go-ti)US$21.95

Lamb Neelgiri KormaUS$21.95

Railway Lamb CurryUS$21.95

Goat CurryUS$28.95

Boti JalfreziUS$21.95

Lal Maas US$34.00

Poached Jumbo PrawnsUS$32.00

Chicken ChettinadUS$26.00

Vegetarian Specialties

Bombay AlooUS$15.95

Tofu Garam MasalaUS$16.50

Baingan Mirch ka SalanUS$17.95

Paneer Khatta PyaazUS$18.95

Kofta Khazana - e - LazzatUS$18.95

Paneer Makhan MasalaUS$18.95

Subz KormaUS$17.95

Kaju Mattar MakhanaUS$18.95