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Rumi's Kitchen - DC, Washington, DC
Award-winning

Rumi's Kitchen - DC

4.8
4.8
2418 Reviews
$31 to $50
Persian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Rumi's Kitchen first opened more than a decade ago in Atlanta, the result of years of development by Chef / Owner Ali Mesghali. Showcasing the flavors of Iran -- fresh herbs, kabobs cooked over an open-fire grill -- quickly won loyal guests at the original location in Sandy Springs, GA and set us on pace to open our first restaurant outside of Georgia in 2020. Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet whose words and life teach us how to find inner peace, happiness and love. We invite you to Rumi’s Kitchen where fresh, healthy food and attentive Persian hospitality await you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Persian, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 900-9106
  • Website
    http://www.rumiskitchen.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ali Mesghali
  • Location
    640 L St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3615
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Cross street
    L St NW between 6th and 7th
  • Parking details
    Parking garage on site or metered on street parking.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 2,418 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rumi's Kitchen in DC offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding Persian food" and "incredible service." The kebabs and sea bass are highly recommended, alongside a diverse array of appetizers. Guests appreciate the generous portions and warm ambiance. Although the restaurant can get noisy, the vibrant atmosphere adds to its charm.

2,419 Reviews

  1. Lauren

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    a delicious experience with exceptional service and outstanding food. We felt very well taken care of. Can’t wait to come back!

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  2. Ron

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience, enchanting, electric, yet calming ambiance, delicious food

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  3. Cynthia

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is amazing. Rumi’s is my new fav in DC. The service was very good. They didn’t miss a thing. I didn’t appreciate a head nod when I thanked our server for water, etc. that is not a proper response.

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  4. kerri

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had eaten at Rumi in June and absolutely loved it! We have been dying to go back and finally brought some friends for dinner this weekend. The food quality had dropped, the flavors not as bright and the portions were much smaller than the last time we visited. Was quite disappointed with our visit.

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  5. Anya

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and good service. Great place to share food with friends and family.

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  6. Bob

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff never disappoints! Food is always amazing.

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  7. David

    VIP

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They are master grillers. The fish and chicken was exceedingly moist and delicious. Kudos to the kitchen. The value is excellent-the quality surpasses more expensive restaurants. Finally Levantine cooking at its finest. Yes yes we really liked the food. Park directly next door in the underground parking. Run don’t walk.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Joaquin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chenjeh kabab was amazing but Gorme sabzi sabzi was a bit salty.

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  9. Leslie

    VIP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and service! Very glad we had a reservation - it was packed. We had the Chicken Barg, 2 types of rice (the cherry one, and the one with orange and pistachio), the mushroom hummus, the spinach and date salad, and the labne. Would recommend it all!

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  10. Stacy

    Austin

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and wonderful food. We had the mushroom hummus and a lamb kebab. We also had the falafel was really moist and delicious.

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Rumi's Kitchen - DC is rated 4.8 stars by 2418 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
Google Map for Rumi's Kitchen - DC

640 L St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3615

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    L St NW between 6th and 7th
  • Neighborhood
    Mount Vernon Square
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Persian, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking garage on site or metered on street parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ali Mesghali
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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