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Rania DC's Main Dining Room - Rania DC, Washington, DC

Rania DC

4.7
4.7
572 Reviews
$50 and over
Indian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 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

Dining areas

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
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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

    US$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 ~
    Chef Tasting Menu photo
  • Regular Dining Experience 4-Course Menu

    US$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!

What 572 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rania DC offers a "phenomenal dining experience," with "impeccable service" and a creative menu that elevates Indian cuisine. Guests rave about the "delicious food," "inventive cocktails," and the "elegant ambiance." It's perfect for "special occasions" and offers a memorable "Michelin-star-worthy" experience, although noise levels can sometimes be high.

572 Reviews
  1. LauraE VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Creative and delicious Indian food. Excellent service. Highly recommend.

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  2. Jon

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No skips. All hits. The service? Phenomenal. Our server, Aram, was exquisite—personable, attentive, and truly the highlight of the meal. And that’s saying something because every aspect was absolute fire. Applause to Aram! We went for the Chef’s Tasting Menu, and you should too. Let the Chef tell their story. Be bold, be adventurous, and trust the journey. Put the phone down and allow yourself to be led blindly. At Rania, you’ll explore caves, caverns, hills, and waterfalls—a beautifully crafted narrative told through food, from the perspective of a daring Indian heroine who abandons expectations and fearlessly takes up space. Standout dishes? Don’t be ridiculous. Does Beyoncé have standout songs? Does Shakespeare have standout plays? No. It’s all perfection. Admire it. Enjoy it. Appreciate the fact that you’re alive in a time where creative geniuses have chosen to bare their souls, conquer their vulnerability, and share their brilliance with you. Alright, alright—if I had to pick one moment that lingered just a little longer in my heart, it would be that pre-dessert. The fennel. The grapefruit. A stroke of brilliance. Not playing favorites among titans, but that one stayed with me the longest.

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  3. bernard

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific food, service, creative cuisine, wait staff and ambiance. Perfect meal. It deserves the Michelin Star.

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  4. Judith VIP

    London25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining (brunch) experience. Smongvhefour if us, we mostly different dishes. All were delicious.

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  5. Martha

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This meal was amazing. Would go back again and again. Menu is so versatile. Best wine pairing we've ever had. Every course was incredible including the amuse. Best duck I've ever had.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Start to finish there wasn’t one thing I wished was better

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  7. Alexandra

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food. Beautiful interior. Top notch service. Valet parking right across from the restaurant. Already planning our second visit!

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  8. Rabin

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food and service. Would definitely recommend.

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  9. Mike

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall a decent experience, would recommend if you enjoy spice

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  10. Cassandra

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Went here for my husbands birthday and I must say the service was excellent. The food was amazing. Can wait to go back and try the chef choices this time.

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FAQs

Rania DC is rated 4.7 stars by 572 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Rania DC

427 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20004

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive Chef
    Peter Boboris
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 804-6434
  • 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.
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