Top 10 Asian Restaurants In Washington DC

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Melanie
Melanie 
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More than just monuments and memorials or art galleries and museums, Washington DC has many well-recommended restaurants that serve up excellent cuisine with exceptional service. The capital of the United States and home to the White House and Lincoln Memorial, this is a destination where you can celebrate your inner foodie with a wealth of Asian food that you can slurp, swirl and savour. From spicy Szechuan dishes, hotpot, dim sum and yum cha to exotic meats and vegetarian specialities, there’s plenty to whet your appetite in this wondrous city. Asian food is popular in this state thanks to the wide array of Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Thai and authentic Chinese restaurants available. So, read on to explore the top Asian restaurants in Washington DC, the USA.

1. Spices Asian Restaurant and Sushi Bar


Excite your tastebuds with a wide variety of dishes at Spices Asian Restaurant and Sushi Bar, which serves delicious food from all over Asia. Blending traditional and contemporary dishes, the restaurant also has a Japanese sushi bar and an extensive sake menu. Subtle touches to an Asian-inspired setting offer a comfortable yet chic dining ambience where you can enjoy deliciously prepared food. Be amazed by their lunch, dinner and sushi menus with signatures such as curry that’s extremely spicy, aged tangerine peel beef and lip-smacking Korean barbeque ribs.

Spices Asian Restaurant and Sushi Bar

Address: 3333 Connecticut Ave NW A, Washington, DC 20008, United States

Website: Spices Asian Restaurant and Sushi Bar

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 3pm, 4:30pm - 9pm; Fri: 12pm - 3pm, 4:30pm - 10pm; Sat: 12pm - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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2. Banana Leaves Asian Restaurant

Posted by Bandaru Narsimha on Friday, 5 October 2018

A good mood is almost always just a good meal away, and many good meals come from Banana Leaves Asian Restaurant. They serve the most authentic Asian cuisines in town. Reputed to be among the best restaurants in Metro Washington DC, this fine eatery serves freshly prepared dishes from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, China, Japan, Singapore and Indonesia. The well-decorated dining rooms present a friendly, relaxing atmosphere for family gatherings or company functions. Further, the unique menu combines freshness and flavours with low-fat, healthy cuisine such as dumplings, pancakes, spring rolls, crispy tofu, steamed buns and seafood specials. Coupled with a full selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the bar, guests will leave satisfied.

Banana Leaves Asian Restaurant

Address: 2020 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States

Website: Banana Leaves Asian Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5pm -10pm; Fri: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 10:30pm; Sat: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm -10:30pm; Sun: 4pm - 10pm

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3. BIBIBOP Asian Grill


Friends don’t let friends miss out on good food, so bring your buddies to BIBIBOP Asian Grill, which serves ever-popular Korean bibimbap. The favoured dish combines perfectly steamed rice with japchae noodles or salad, grilled meats, a variety of vegetables, and a delicious sauce. What guests love is the well-balanced and healthy Asian cuisine served in bright, airy surroundings with modern interiors that are perfect for couples, family or friends who are keen on dining out. Delivery and catering are also available at this eatery for guest’s convenience.

BIBIBOP Asian Grill

Address: Chinatown - 710 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Website: BIBIBOP Asian Grill

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 10:30am - 9:30pm; Sun: 11am - 8pm

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4. The Source by Wolfgang Puck

Editor’s note: Establishment is permanently closed

No stranger to the food and restaurant scene, the highly acclaimed celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck has revolutionised dining to higher echelons of pleasure. The Source by Wolfgang Puck offers innovative Asian cuisine coupled with unparalleled hospitality and service in a sleek, contemporary restaurant. Not to be missed is the dim sum tasting menu that includes steak and eggs siu mai, impossible potstickers, salt and pepper pork chop and more. Equally delicious are the daily menu items such as drunken noodles, Taiwanese beef noodle soup and spicy tuna tartare. Be swept away by the creative culinary fare and cocktails served in super stylish digs.

The Source by Wolfgang Puck

Address: 575 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20565, United States

Website: The Source by Wolfgang Puck

Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 11:30am - 8pm (closed on Sun & Mon)

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Washington Tour Guide

Annie Leguennec

Annie Leguennec

My name is Annie. I am a local Tour guide based in Philadelphia enjoying fully what the city has to offer with its deep history, street arts, murals, architecture, traditional food, black history, Farmer Markets, green space, a melting pot of neighborhoods and its great locals. I am looking for to welcome you and show you this incredible city where you will gain a better understanding of the city's rich heritage and its continuing legacy as the birthplace of the United States of America. Book my tour. Explore and learn about this unique city where you will walk on the footsteps of our America's founding Fathers. My tours are conducted in English, French and Italian.

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Stephanie Eley

Stephanie Eley

I'm a graduate of ITMI, International Tour Management Institute and 17 years as a licensed Tour Director and Program Director. My expertise began in NYC and Washington, DC where I'm a licensed guide and has expanded to Europe, South America, Cuba and the Western / Southwestern National Parks of the US. I'd love to introduce you for a day or a week to Denver, Colorado and the 4 corners region of the US: Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona! Let's GO!! stepheley@gmail.com

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5. Reren Lamen & Bar


Taste the delights of Asian fusion cuisine prepared using fresh, organic ingredients at Reren Lamen & Bar, one of the most authentic Chinese restaurants in DC’s Chinatown. Their house-made noodles are famous, best slurped with the clear yet rich-tasting soups or thick broths. Just as popular are the signature dumplings and flavourful dishes that incorporate Chinese, Japanese and Thai influences. Tuck into specials such as General Tso’s bourbon chicken, Nanjing duck and salt and pepper prawns. Guests feel welcome in the warm, cosy dining area accented by colourful walls and exposed bricks.

Reren Lamen & Bar

Address: 817 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States

Website: Reren Lamen & Bar

Opening hours: Mon, Thu, Sun: 10:30am - 12am; Fri - Sat: 10:30am - 2am (closed on Tue & Wed)

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6. Nooshi


Discover great Asian fusion food that hits the spot at Nooshi, a Pan-Asian restaurant that specialises in all things noodles and sushi. Popular during lunch and happy hours, customers keep returning for all-time favourites such as spicy seafood ramen, pad thai, curry laksa and tom yum noodle soup. Just as popular are the delicious appetizers such as crabmeat wonton and firefly calamari, or your choice of salads and soups. The contemporary interior, friendly crew and quick service create the perfect setting for casual dining with family or friends.

Nooshi

Address: Capitol Hill - 524 8th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

Website: Nooshi

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 5pm - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 11:30am - 11pm; Sun: 11:30am - 10pm

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7. New Dynasty

A sign of delicious things to come.

Posted by New Dynasty on Friday, 10 August 2018

Good food, good friends and good times begin at New Dynasty Chinese restaurant, which serves authentic, great-tasting Chinese cuisine in DC. Better yet, the restaurant’s convenient location and affordable prices make it a popular choice amongst locals and tourists alike. Simple, clean and bright interiors provide a cosy ambience for dining, and their wide menu choices include appetisers, soups, noodles, tofu and vegetables, meats and seafood. For the health-conscious, the menu includes low-fat dishes prepared without salt, sugar, MSG and corn starch. Quick and convenient take-out and delivery are available for customers who prefer to eat at home.

New Dynasty

Address: 2020 P St NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States

Website: New Dynasty

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11am - 9:45pm; Sat - Sun: 12pm - 9:45pm

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8. Asia Nine

Asia Nine, Washington, D.C. (2013)
Source: Photo by user Another Believer used under CC BY-SA 3.0

One cannot eat, think or sleep well if one has not dined well, and Asia Nine is here to offer you spectacular dining experience. Drawing inspiration from different Asian cultures, the restaurant’s interiors boast rich tones that envelop guests in a warm, exotic atmosphere. Take a look at their modern menu and the wide selection of sake from the bar for a memorable culinary experience. Signatures include Korean sizzling beef, lamb chops, and grilled salmon udon. The menu also features delicious appetisers, entrees, noodles, salads, and sushi sets, among others.

Asia Nine

Address: 915 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004, United States

Website: Asia Nine

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 10pm; Fri: 11am - 11pm; Sat: 12pm - 11pm; Sun: 4pm - 9:30pm

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9. Satay Club


Savour mouthwatering morsels of food prepared to perfection at Satay Club, a popular Asian restaurant and sushi bar in DC. There is a wide variety of Asian cuisine here, including Malaysian, Thai and Japanese dishes that are served in generous portions at reasonable prices. Thanks to their quick service, excellent atmosphere, and friendly staff, the eatery attracts a fair crowd on most days, especially at lunch hour. Menu favourites include the signature Satay Club Rice, spicy mango chicken, rendang beef and Malaysian red curry.

Satay Club

Address: 4654 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016, United States

Website: Satay Club

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 9:30pm; Fri: 11am - 10pm; Sat: 12pm - 10pm; Sun: 3pm - 9:30pm

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10. Chalin's Restaurant


Explore tasty eats that will make you happy at Chalin’s Restaurant. This place offers dine-in, takeaway and delivery, and they serve a wide variety of noodles and rice dishes. Be spoilt for choice as the menu offers great-tasting Chinese cuisine that ranges from appetisers like dumplings and buns to main courses. For fitness enthusiasts, the menu also has food prepared without salt, sugar or additives, making it low-fat and low-calorie. Enjoy dining in well-decorated interiors with simple, contemporary furnishings for a pleasant experience.

Chalin's Restaurant

Address: 1912 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006, United States

Website: Chalin’s Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10:30am - 10:30pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10:45pm; Sun: 11am - 10:30pm

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Feast on Asian food in DC

Washington DC us where many of the best Asian restaurants in the country reside. When the craving for good food strikes, don’t deny yourself a delicious meal at these fine restaurants. After all, part of the secret to success in life is to eat good food.

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