Bistro Aracosia

4.8 (2934)

$30 and under

Afghan

5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016

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Bistro Aracosia

4.8

$30 and under

Afghan

Palisades Northwest

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Vegetarian-friendly

Bistro Aracosia is a critically acclaimed authentic Afghan gourmet and Chop House located in the Palisades neighborhood of Washington, DC. Aracosia has been acknowledged as 1 of 50 best restaurants in the nation for Vegetarians on Forbes Magazine, written up and reviewed by top food critics from the Washington Post, Washingtonian Magazine and numerous other publications. Bistro Aracosia has been awarded 100 Best restaurants for 2 years in a row in the Washingtonian.
Aracosia accommodates any diet and is proud of taking cooking back to its origins. Chef Sofia Masroor diligently ensures top grade quality cuts of meat and the freshest produce in the market. All foods prepared at Aracosia are prepared with love. No artificial ingredients MSG& or preservatives are used, nor do we cook anything with nuclear such as microwaves and pre-made stations. Full Bar , extensive Wine and Beer menu Come and experience authentic and classical Afghan Gourmet and hospitality at its finest.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Afghan, Vegetarian / Vegan, Middle Eastern
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 363-0400
Website
http://www.bistroaracosia.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sofia Masroor
Catering
Please call us at 202-363-0400

Location
5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016
Neighborhood
Palisades Northwest
Cross street
Dana Place
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Complete Taste Of Aracosia
$55.00 per person
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Minimum of 2 guests must order.Discover the flavors of Afghanistan through our Complete Taste of Aracosia, a generous tasting experience featuring a selection of our signature dishes. Enjoy Chicken Sabzi Lawaan, Lamb Shank Moghuli, Rumi’s Veal, grilled milk-fed Lamb Chops, Beef Tenderloin, traditional vegetable dishes, handcrafted Afghan dumplings, and both chalou and qabuli rice. Designed to showcase the depth and variety of Aracosia’s cuisine, this experience brings together many of our most celebrated dishes in one memorable meal.

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Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza$20.95
Marinated and charbroiled lamb shoulder chops, lamb rib chops, lamb tenderloin and beef tenderloin, served with spicy fresh herb chutney
Mix Grill Mazza$15.95
Marinated and charbroiled salmon, ground beef, beef tenderloin and lamb rib chop, served with avocado yogurt
Hot Mazza Assortment$16.95
Aushak, mantu, baadenjaan, kadoo, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available
Quroti$9.25
Afghan bread topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Baadenjaan Bouranee$9.94
Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Kadoo Bouranee$9.94
Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Carrot Slaw$7.95
Julienne carrots cooked with brown sugar and cardamom, chilled and tossed with fresh citrus
Potato & Leek Turnovers$9.94
Stuffed with potatoes and leeks, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt
Sabzi Turnovers$10.95
Stuffed with slow cooked greens, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt
Kadoo Turnovers$9.94
Stuffed with butternut squash, fried until crisp, served with a side of garlic yogurt
Samarooq Turnovers$10.95
Stuffed with mushrooms, fried until crisp, served with a side of avocado yogurt
Sambosa$10.95
Stuffed with a minced beef and lentil qorma, fried until crisp, topped with powdered sugar and cardamom
Pumpkin Dumpling Appetizer$10.95
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Aushak Appetizer$10.95
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Mantu Appetizer$10.95
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Sabzi Dumpling Appetizer$10.95
Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Samarooq Dumpling Appetizer$10.95
Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Seekh Kabob Appetizer$10.95
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, served with cucumber and dill yogurt
Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer$12.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with cucumber and dill yogurt

Burgers & Wraps

Bistro Burger$12.95
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef, mixed greens and spicy herb ketchup on a toasted brioche bun with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Seekh (Ground Beef) Wrap$12.95
Marinated and charbroiled ground beef with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Chicken Wrap$12.95
Marinated and charbroiled chicken breast with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Salmon Wrap$14.95
Marinated and charbroiled salmon with mixed greens, spicy herb chutney and avocado yogurt in a lavash wrap, with a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

Soup & Salad

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup$8.94
Minced beef, lentils, chickpeas and mung beans, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint, cayenne and fresh dill
Bistro Salad$9.94
Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes, croutons, bleu cheese crumbles and walnuts, tossed in a balsamic dressing
Mixed Green Salad$8.94
Mixed greens, bell peppers, tomatoes and croutons, tossed in a balsamic dressing

Entrees

Braised Lamb & Greens$19.95
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with saffron infused basmati rice and slow cooked greens, topped with fresh dill
Qabuli Palou$19.95
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with seasoned rice topped with carrots and raisins and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Risotto & Lamb$19.95
Braised bone-in lamb shank served with spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill
Aushak Entree$16.95
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Pumpkin Dumpling Entree$16.95
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne Vegetarian option available
Mantu Entree$16.95
Steamed and stuffed with spicy minced beef, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

Qormas (Stews)

Chicken Lawaan$14.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Chicken Sabzi Lawaan$15.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Chicken Ryehaan$15.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Saffron Chicken$16.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a yogurt based stew infused with saffron, lemon and fresh dill, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Afghania Chicken$15.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Chicken Aracosian$15.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Rumi's Chicken$15.95
Boneless chicken thigh in a sweet and spicy tomato based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Lamb Shank Moghuli$19.95
Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli$20.95
Bone-in braised lamb shank in a spicy tomato based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal Lawaan$21.95
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal & Mushrooms$22.95
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal & Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan$22.95
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal Ryehaan$21.95
Boneless veal in a garlic yogurt based stew with diced tomatoes, topped with fresh basil, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal & Nakhoud$22.95
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with chickpeas, garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Afghania Veal$21.95
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Veal Moghuli$21.95
Boneless veal in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice

Chops & Kabobs

Lamb Tenderloin Kabob$25.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Frenched Rack of Lamb [Chopaan]$22.95
Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Lamb Shoulder Chops$22.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Lamb Chop Duo$24.95
Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Aracosian Lamb Platter$33.95
Marinated and charbroiled lamb tenderloin, lamb rib and shoulder chops, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Bistro Signature Kabob$24.95
Marinated and charbroiled lamb rib chops and beef tenderloin, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Lamb & Beef Tenderloin$26.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with qabuli rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Beef Tenderloin Kabob$22.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Beef Tenderloin & Chicken$20.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Seekh [Ground Beef] Kabob$14.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Chicken & Ground Beef$16.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Chicken Breast Kabob$16.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Boneless Juicy Chicken Thigh Kabob$16.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro
Salmon$17.95
Marinated and charbroiled, served with saffron rice and a side of slow cooked greens topped with fresh dill
Surf & Turf$22.95
Marinated and charbroiled salmon and beef tenderloin, served with seasoned rice, saffron rice and a side of roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne

Vegetarian & Vegan

Afghania Baadenjaan$14.95
Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Baadenjaan Moghuli$14.95
Roasted eggplant in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Sabzi Moghuli$14.95
Slow cooked greens in a spicy tomato based stew with eggplant and garam masala, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Sabzi Lawaan$14.95
Slow cooked greens in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Nakhoud & Mushroom Lawaan$13.95
Spicy chickpeas in a garlic yogurt based stew with mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Nakhoud & Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan$14.95
Spicy chickpeas in a garlic yogurt based stew with slow cooked greens and mushrooms, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron infused basmati rice
Afghania Nakhoud Chalou$13.95
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice
Baadenjaan Chalou$14.95
Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice
Kadoo Chalou$14.95
Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne, served with saffron rice
Sabzi Chalou$15.95
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill, served with saffron rice
Qabuli Combination Platter$17.95
Four variations of our vegetables: sabzi, nakhoud, kadoo and baadenjaan, served with qabuli rice
Risotto with Eggplant & Butternut Squash$17.95
Spicy short grain rice, chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans topped with fresh dill, accompanied with sides of roasted eggplant and butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Aushak Entree [Vegetarian]$16.95
Steamed and stuffed with leeks and scallions, topped with a carrot and pea qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Pumpkin Dumpling Entree [Vegetarian]$16.95
Steamed and stuffed with butternut squash, topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Samarooq Dumpling Entree$16.95
Steamed and stuffed with mushrooms, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Sabzi Dumpling Entree$16.95
Steamed and stuffed with slow-cooked greens, topped with a spicy bean medley qorma, garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Bamya Chalou$15.95
Spicy tomato based stew with okra topped with fresh cilantro, served with saffron rice
Kabob-E-Samarooq$16.95
Marinated and charbroiled portobello mushroom, zucchini, onions and tomatoes, served with saffron rice and a side of a spicy tomato based chickpea qorma, topped with fresh cilantro

Additional Sides

Yogurt with Cucumber & Dill$5.95
Nakhoud Side$5.95
Spicy tomato based chickpea qorma with garam masala and cinnamon, topped with fresh cilantro
Baadenjaan Side$5.95
Roasted eggplant topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Daal Side$5.95
Spicy lentils topped with fresh dill
Sabzi Side$5.95
Slow cooked spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip leaves and cilantro, topped with fresh dill
Kadoo Side$5.95
Butternut squash topped with garlic yogurt, dried mint and cayenne
Qabuli Side$5.95
Seasoned basmati rice topped with julienne carrots & raisins
Palou Side$4.50
Seasoned basmati rice
Chalou Side$3.50
Saffron infused basmati rice

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Bistro Aracosia.

4.8

(2934)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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District of Columbia
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Bistro Aracosia shines with its authentic Afghan cuisine, consistently impressive service, and welcoming atmosphere. Known for its "outstanding food" and "delicious and enjoyable" dining experiences, the restaurant is a neighborhood gem in the Palisades. Diners rave about the "fantastic cocktails" and "attentive staff," making it a must-visit.

2,934 Reviews

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Elizabeth
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for two birthdays. The food was delicious and the waiters were helpful and charming.
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Marcos
Baltimore2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience trying the tasting menu for two
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Marc Gold
Washington DC10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Bistro Aracosia has a varied menu of tasty dishes and I've been there many times. But this time didn't work out quite so well because of two items I tried and which I recommend others avoid: -- Afghania Dhood Palou, based on a lamb shank. It was supposed to be "smoked" but didn't seem that way to me and was on the dry side and without much taste, to the point where I asked for a salt shaker. -- Irish Coffee: the restaurant serves it without whipped cream. (They can offer you half and half.) Even though the restaurant is Afghani, Irish Coffee is not Irish Coffee without whipped cream, in my view. On the other hand, the several appetizers our table ordered were all excellent and well seasoned: Mantu (spicey beef dumplings); Aushak (leek and scallion dumplings), and baadenjaan bouranee (a very perky egg plant mixture).
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Kim Gold
Austin7 reviews
2.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Tables are close together so you hear everyone's conversation. The waiter said the dumplings were the best thing on the menu (as an upsell to the mini taste menu), and the dumplings came and were mushy and not very good. The people at the table next to us ordered dumplings also, thinking they were good, only to be disappointed when they arrived at the table, with the same feedback. "These are mushy and not very good." The waiter took my drink order, charged us on the bill for it, and then never made the drink. So, I got my drink after dessert, and he made the drink, then told me an ingredient was left out accidentally. But by that time, I was ready to leave. Everything on the taste menu was mushy except for 2 small pieces of lamb. We asked for extra rice, without telling us anything, they charged us $10 for more rice. I'm not sure if it's new management, new chef or what, but seems like multiple tables were disappointed in the service. The flavors were not unique and not delicious. Nothing I would recommend at this restaurant.
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Sam
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived early and stayed late and it still wasn't enough time for the incredible food and atmosphere. SO tasty! Our server helped me navigate my garlic allergy with great ease and knowledge. Just wonderful.
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Judy
Washington DC125 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was fabulous and the food was delicious! I love Bistro Aracosia!
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Judith Gold
Washington DC54 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Love the food at Bistro Aracosia. We are frequently diners here. The Afghani dishes, the stews, dumplings are wonderful.
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David
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second time dining here and both times it has been great! Food, service, and ambiance were all superior. We will be back!
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marc
Washington DC56 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
i was looking forward to returning to this neighborhood restaurant but the experience was disappointing. 1. we stood at the front for 5 minutes before a hostess even noticed.us 2. we waited for far too long to have our order taken and then a. there was no bread service til we were finished with the main meal despite requests b. our wine order wasn't provided til after the main course was served despite requests and c. the main course with a large upcharge for the veal version had two small pieces of stringy veal [ possibly 2 oz] in a sauce that must have been warming for hours. to his credit the waiter apologized for the long waits and gave us a small takeaway container of a 'free' dessert. very disappointing indeed
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giuliana Gold
Washington DC7 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my go to restaurant. I live in the neighborhood and go there to meet friends, business partners and I take out of town guests. The food is consistently delicious. Go there. You’ll love it!
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Afghan, Vegetarian / Vegan, Middle Eastern
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 363-0400
Website
http://www.bistroaracosia.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sofia Masroor
Catering
Please call us at 202-363-0400

Location
5100 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016
Neighborhood
Palisades Northwest
Cross street
Dana Place
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Bistro Aracosia's cozy, intimate dining rooms and attentive service make it well suited to special evenings, and guests report celebrating anniversaries there.

Yes, Bistro Aracosia includes a dedicated Vegetarian & Vegan menu section and says it "accommodates any diet, " and guests note abundant vegan choices and many gluten‑free options.

Bistro Aracosia feels warm, cozy, and intimate, reviewers describe two dining rooms, Afghan art on the walls, and a calm, conversation-friendly setting with generally pleasant noise levels.

Bistro Aracosia is at its calmest during lunch, the restaurant’s noon–3:00 pm lunch service, and guests note weekday/Thursday late-lunch visits are often quiet and uncrowded for a relaxed meal.

Sunday lunch is a lovely choice, guests praise leisurely Sunday lunches; Thursdays at lunch are also noted as quiet and uncrowded.

Come hungry, guests consistently describe the portions as generous, with many meals leaving enough for leftovers.

Casual dress, Bistro Aracosia welcomes relaxed, comfortable attire; nothing formal is required.

Yes, Bistro Aracosia is family-friendly: reviewers describe it as welcoming to families, note children and teens enjoying meals, and the menu includes many vegetarian and vegan options suitable for kids.

The pumpkin dumplings are a recurring favorite at Bistro Aracosia, they appear on the menu as both an appetizer and an entree and are repeatedly praised by guests.

Bistro Aracosia fills up at peak times, several reviewers call it very busy and recommend reservations, while Thursday late lunches and Sunday lunches have been noted as quieter, more relaxed times.

Yes, Bistro Aracosia has a full bar with an extensive wine and beer selection, and guests often praise the creative cocktails and well‑poured drinks.

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Bistro Aracosia

4.8

$30 and under

Afghan

Palisades Northwest

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Bistro Aracosia

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Bistro Aracosia

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About this restaurant

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Complete Taste Of Aracosia

Appetizers (Mazza)

Bistro Signature Mix Grill Mazza$20.95

Mix Grill Mazza$15.95

Hot Mazza Assortment$16.95

Quroti$9.25

Baadenjaan Bouranee$9.94

Kadoo Bouranee$9.94

Carrot Slaw$7.95

Potato & Leek Turnovers$9.94

Sabzi Turnovers$10.95

Kadoo Turnovers$9.94

Samarooq Turnovers$10.95

Sambosa$10.95

Pumpkin Dumpling Appetizer$10.95

Aushak Appetizer$10.95

Mantu Appetizer$10.95

Sabzi Dumpling Appetizer$10.95

Samarooq Dumpling Appetizer$10.95

Seekh Kabob Appetizer$10.95

Lamb Tenderloin Appetizer$12.95

Burgers & Wraps

Bistro Burger$12.95

Seekh (Ground Beef) Wrap$12.95

Chicken Wrap$12.95

Salmon Wrap$14.95

Soup & Salad

Bistro Signature Lentil Soup$8.94

Bistro Salad$9.94

Mixed Green Salad$8.94

Entrees

Braised Lamb & Greens$19.95

Qabuli Palou$19.95

Risotto & Lamb$19.95

Aushak Entree$16.95

Pumpkin Dumpling Entree$16.95

Mantu Entree$16.95

Qormas (Stews)

Chicken Lawaan$14.95

Chicken Sabzi Lawaan$15.95

Chicken Ryehaan$15.95

Saffron Chicken$16.95

Afghania Chicken$15.95

Chicken Aracosian$15.95

Rumi's Chicken$15.95

Lamb Shank Moghuli$19.95

Lamb Shank Sabzi Moghuli$20.95

Veal Lawaan$21.95

Veal & Mushrooms$22.95

Veal & Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan$22.95

Veal Ryehaan$21.95

Veal & Nakhoud$22.95

Afghania Veal$21.95

Veal Moghuli$21.95

Chops & Kabobs

Lamb Tenderloin Kabob$25.95

Frenched Rack of Lamb [Chopaan]$22.95

Lamb Shoulder Chops$22.95

Lamb Chop Duo$24.95

Aracosian Lamb Platter$33.95

Bistro Signature Kabob$24.95

Lamb & Beef Tenderloin$26.95

Beef Tenderloin Kabob$22.95

Beef Tenderloin & Chicken$20.95

Seekh [Ground Beef] Kabob$14.95

Chicken & Ground Beef$16.95

Chicken Breast Kabob$16.95

Boneless Juicy Chicken Thigh Kabob$16.95

Salmon$17.95

Surf & Turf$22.95

Vegetarian & Vegan

Afghania Baadenjaan$14.95

Baadenjaan Moghuli$14.95