Daru

"Bib Gourmand 2025 Rasika vets, Dante Datta and Chef Suresh Sundas, are behind this much-anticipated Indian operation. The corner space, flaunting a windowed façade and white-ringed Sanskrit logo, is an instant attention grabber. Weather permitting, a large sidewalk increases the dining capacity. Inside, at the bar-counter set abuzz with vibrant tunes, the kitchen team takes classic Indian cuisine in a novel direction. Is that blue cheese on your tandoor-grilled chicken kebabs? Yes, indeed. Matched with sour cherry reduction and cashews, it's as enticing a preparation as the boldly spiced minced bison momos. Nariyal lamb shank is rich and robust with saffron, chili and coconut. Sop up the heady sauce with light basmati rice and call it a night."

@nchavotier

"Bib Michelin 09/2025 4,6 on Google 09/2025 Indian. $20-24 mains."

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"Daru is a modern Indian restaurant in Washington DC that blends bold South Asian flavors with creative cocktails in a lively, intimate setting. Known for its inventive takes on regional Indian dishes and vibrant ambiance, it has become a standout in the city’s dining scene. Have opened Tapori close by. Opened in August 2021. Eater’s 38 Best Restaurants Around D.C. 4/25; "

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"Good sweet potato and eggplant apps, and za’atar olive naan! Nate luvs the lamb "

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"Monday to Sunday - nights Main 20$ - snacks 10/15$ Indien moderne / mix playfulness to Indian street foods"

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"Bon Appetit best new restaurants 2022. Try blue cheese reshmi kebab; bharwan mirchi ka salan; black daal burrata; bread basket"

@mikeya

"Good Indian Fusion restaurant "

@atul.nambudiri

"Indian-ish. Editor’s choice at Food & Wine"

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"Recommended by Michelin, NYTimes and by Bon Appetit. Excellent cocktails (Chai-tini). Black daal with burrata. "

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"Recommended Indian to try "

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"01/6/22 date night. Really delicious Indian food at reasonable price. "

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"https://dc.eater.com/2021/8/3/22607589/daru-indian-restaurant-cocktail-bar-opening-photos-chicken-tikka-chutney-daiquiris-ne-dc"

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"Michelin bib gourmand & bon appétit winner "

@dianealbrecht30