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

4.9 (2642)
$31 to $50
Persian
640 L St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3615

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7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • 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 2,642 people are saying

Rumi's Kitchen - DC reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rumi's Kitchen in DC offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "authentic Persian flavors" and "generous portions." The cozy, warm atmosphere is perfect for celebrations or intimate dinners. Highlights include the "phenomenal" lamb shish kebab and "delicious cocktails." Highly recommended for Persian cuisine lovers.
2,642 Reviews

  1. Rachel

    Orange County6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and romantic atmosphere. There were so many thoughtful details like splitting bigger dishes for our individual tasting. Great explanations of Persian flavors. Had an amazing dinner here.

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  2. Barbara

    Chicago17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Olivia the Manager was fantastic. Her charm and personality welcomed you to the resturant and made the evening a hit. The entire staff went above and beyond and the food was outstanding. Thank you for another great dinner. See you in Houston this November.❤️

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  3. Kareen VIP

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good food. Always consistent. The Sea Bass is to die for.

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  4. Mik

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistent. Rumi’s is the best Persian restaurant in the US.

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  5. Anahita

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing everything- food, service, ambience! Would highly recommend!

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  6. Yael VIP

    Philadelphia County18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! All around. Food, ambiance, service were all fantastic.

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  7. Kelly

    Philadelphia County51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were in DC at a conference for the weekend, and Rumi was walkable from our hotel. What an awesome experience. Very authentic. Excellent food and service! The portions were large, and we wished we did not have to leave the uneaten food, but we were heading out of town. Our server was very knowledgeable about the food and accommodated our gluten-free dietary needs. If we lived nearby, this would be a regular place to visit!

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  8. Elena

    Madrid2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good vibes, beautiful restaurant and astonish food

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  9. Mahmood

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Usually koobideh is done well at Rumi’s but part of it was under cooked.

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  10. Monique VIP

    Idaho51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is exceptionally good and we all enjoyed our meals. The Chilean sea bass was a little undercooked though. The cocktails are tangy and good. The service was polite and efficient. The place is very busy and the noise level is loud but the atmosphere is fun and lively. I would not bring anyone with hearing issues. The food is the standout. The crowd is and eclectic mix.

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Rumi's Kitchen - DC is rated 4.9 stars by 2642 OpenTable diners.

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  5. Mount Vernon Square

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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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