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

Rumi's Kitchen - DC

4.8
4.8
2515 Reviews
$31 to $50
Persian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 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.
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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

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What 2,515 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rumi's Kitchen in DC offers an enchanting Persian dining experience with "incredible food" and "amazing service." The restaurant is praised for its vibrant atmosphere, consistently "delicious" dishes, and attentive staff, especially the standout server Richard. Though bustling and sometimes noisy, many recommend making a reservation to enjoy the "authentic Persian cuisine."

2,515 Reviews

  1. Narges

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely loved the food! It reminded me of the best flavors of Iran. Delicious, authentic, and full of warmth. A truly wonderful experience!

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  2. CharlesB VIP

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Horrible wait for 7:30 reservation- seated at 8:00, arrived at 7:20 Manager apologized and comped wine, but still not great way to handle reservations Happened previously in October as well

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  3. Robert VIP

    Baltimore95 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant for the food, ambience and extraordinary service …. portions are really great ( so sick of other restaurants that charge high prices for “small plates’!). Jack is a phenomenal manager … treats us like we are family ❤️. Last night we had Zack as our server, his first night, and he was exceptional!

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  4. Mark

    Richmond4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service! Amazing food…..ALWAYS! Consistently good!

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  5. GeriS

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Service was attentive. A billing error (one item charged twice) was quickly fixed. But the place was REALLY loud—hard to have a conversation.

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  6. Cecilia VIP

    Washington DC43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food always and service is good. My friends and I go once a month. Sometimes it feels rushed because reservations are timed. All in all, highly recommend.

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and excellent service! The Chilean Sea Bass and hanger steak were grilled to perfection. My new favorite cocktail is the SS Poet. It was flavorful and something to look forward to on my next visit.

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rumi’s is always a transcendental experience. Lovely restaurant with exotic vibes, food that is cooked to perfection with really unusual flavor combinations. I took a few junior colleagues for a business dinner and they were all grateful.

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  9. imran

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best Persian Food places in DC. Amazing food and truly special Tea. Generous portions and fantastic service. Will be introducing this place to friends as well. Five Stars.

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  10. Aris VIP

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, rich in flavors and authentic. We tried the oyster humus, the shrimp and the sea bass…and the cardamom cake…all great! Our waiter was great too! Highly recommend! Will be back!

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Rumi's Kitchen - DC is rated 4.8 stars by 2515 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 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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