Rajaji Curry House Indian Restaurant Menu – Washington, DC

Type : Indian restaurant

Location : Washington, DC

Rajaji Curry House offers delicious dining and takeout to Washington, DC. Rajaji Curry House is a cornerstone in the Washington community and has been recognized for its outstanding Indian cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Our Indian restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.

The spice level is adjustable at this longtime Indian standby (since 1969) with a colorful setting. Based on 474 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.0 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

Rajaji Curry House Indian Restaurant 20008

Address:
2603 Connecticut Ave NW #2634, Washington, DC 20008

Phone: (202) 265-7344

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Hours

Monday

(Labor Day)
 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Friday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM

Menu

Starters
Mulligatawny Soup
Curry flavored chicken soup garnished with rice and diced chicken, served with lemon.		 $5.25
Vegetable Lentil Soup
Creamed lentils simmered with herbs and spices, a famous south Indian recipe, served with lemon.		 $5.95
Sabzi Bhajiyas
Eggplant, cauliflower, onion and potato fritters cooked in chickpea butter.		 $6.95
Murgh Tikka
Strips of boneless chicken breast marinated in yogurt herbs and spices grilled to perfection over flaming charcoal.		 $6.95
Bhelpuri
A delightful starter guaranteed to tingle your taste buds comprised of puffed rice tossed with chickpeas, tomatoes, onions and cilantro stirred with the tangy mint and tamarind sauce		 $7.25
Samosa
Triangular shaped pastry made with white flour, stuffed with spices, potatoes, and green peas, deep fried in vegetable oil. Two per order.		 $6.95
Boti Kabob
Boneless pieces of fresh tender lamb marinated in herbs and spices barbecued over flaming charcoal.		 $7.95
Assorted Appetizer Platter
A combination of Samosas, Sabzi Bhajiyas, Murgh Tikka and Boti Kabob.		 $14.95
Dahi Vada
Deep fried lentil dumplings socked with home made yogurt sprinkled with roasted cumin powder, spices, garnished with fresh tamarind chutney and coriander chutney		 $7.95
Mughlai
Navrattan Biryani
A combination of garden fresh vegetables cooked with saffron basmati rice in mild spices and nuts. Served with Raita.		 $16.95
Murgh Biryani
Boneless chicken cooked with saffron basmati rice, marinated with herbs, spices and nuts. Served with Raita.		 $18.95
Gosht Biryani
Boneless cubes of leg of lamb cooked with saffron basmati rice, Marinated with herbs, spices and nuts. Served with Raita.		 $19.95
Dum Ki Biryani
A delightful combination of garden fresh vegetables, boneless chicken and lamb cooked with saffron basmati rice, marinated in select herbs, spices and nuts. Served with Raita.		 $20.95
Jhinga Biryani
Saffron basmati rice smothered with shrimp, herbs, spices and nuts. Served with Raita.		 $23.95
Vegetarian Entrees
Kaali Makhani Daal
Black lentils simmered in mild spices and cream		 $12.95
Daal Tarka
Traditional yellow lentils cooked with tomatoes and freshly blended spices, garnished with roasted cumin seed and fresh garlic.		 $13.95
Hyderbadi Aloo Do Pyaza
Potatoes sauteed with fresh onions, tomatoes and bell peppers, tempered with cumin seeds.		 $13.95
Aloo Saag
Quartered, peeled potatoes and spinach, cooked in curry sauce.		 $14.95
Aloo Gobi Masala
Delicately hand pulled fresh cauliflower and potatoes simmered in fresh herbs.		 $14.95
Matar Paneer
Homemade cheese cubes gently cooked with tender garden peas and fresh spices.		 $14.95
Navratan Korma
Mixed seasonal vegetables cooked in a special sauce of cashew nuts and fruits, garnished with fresh coriander leaf.		 $15.95
Baingan Bhartha
Eggplant roasted in our clay oven, sauteed with tomatoes and onions,bell peppers and panchporan. A very special five spice mixture.		 $15.95
Palak Paneer
Homemade farmers cheese cubes and spinach cooked in green herbs and spices		 $15.95
Bhagara Baingain
A Hyderabadi Indian specialty. Eggplants slow cooked in a onion, peanut, and coconut gravy.		 $16.95
Methi Paneer
Homemade farmers cheese cubes marinated in yogurt and cooked in an authentic sauce with a touch of fenugreek. A rare combination from Kashmir.		 $15.95
Malai Kofta
Croquettes of farmers cheese and potatoes simmered in flavorful masala.		 $16.95
Paneer Makhani
Cubes of fresh homemade cottage cheese cooked in a tomato based sauce with bell pepper, onion, green herbs and spices.		 $16.95
Seafood
Samundar Ki Begam
Fillet of salmon barbecued over flaming charcoal grill, simmered in a savory curry sauce.		 $20.95
Jhinga Shahi
Jumbo shrimps sauteed in creamy curry sauce with onion and green bell peppers.		 $22.95
Jhinga Vindaloo
Jumbo shrimp and potatoes in a stimulating Hot curry sauce.		 $21.95
Jhinga Jhalfrezi
Jumbo shrimp sauteed with onion seed, bell pepper and tomatoes, simmered in an authentic curry sauce.		 $22.95
Jhinga Saag
Fresh shrimp cooked with spinach in curry sauce and fresh herbs		 $22.95
Tandoori Charcoal BBQ and Grill
Tandoori Murgh
Half chicken marinated in yogurt, spices, and fresh herbs, barbecued over flaming charcoal in our clay oven		 $18.95
Paneer Tikka Tandoori
Home made cottage cheese cubes marinated in our chefs special rancloori recipe skewered with bell peppers, onions and torxatoes, roastecl in clay oven.		 $17.95
Sheesh Kabab Murgh
Strips of boneless chicken breast marinated in yogurt and a touch of saffron, skewered with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.		 $18.95
Sheesh Kebab Baarra
Fresh leg of lamb, mildly marinated in a special blend of spices and lemon juice.Skewered with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.		 $19.95
Murg Tikka Tandoori
Skewered strips of boneless chicken marinated in our special recipe, barbecued over flaming charcoal in our tandoori oven.		 $18.95
Murgh Aap Ki Pasand
Assortment of boneless chunks of chicken marinated with pure saffron, fresh mint and finely chopped garlic Barbecued in a flaming charcoal clay oven.		 $19.95
Salmon Masala Tandoori
Fresh fillet of salmon delicately marinated in a special mix of masalas. Grilled over a flaming charcoal oven.		 $23.95
Gosht Chaamp Tajdaar
Lamb chops marinated in a special blend of spices and lemon juice. Skewered with tomatoes, onions and bell peppers. Charbroiled in a flaming charcoal clay oven.		 $25.95
Shrimp Tandoori
Fresh jumbo shrimp marinated in yogurt spices and fresh herbs with a touch of saffron. skewered with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.		 $25.45
Tandoori Mixed Grill
A mixed platter of Boti Kabob, Mr-rrgl-r Tikka, sarmon Tandoori, sr-reesh kabab Murgh and Lamb chops charbroilecl in a flaming charcoal clay oven.		 $27.95
Wok Entrees
Kadhai Paneer
Homemade farmers cheese cubes cooked on a high heat in a wok with fresh tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, green peppers, fresh herbs and spices.		 $16.95
Kadhai Chicken
Boneless chicken cooked on high heat in a wok with fresh tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, green peppers, fresh herbs and spices.		 $17.95
Kadhai Lamb
Boneless cubes of lamb cooked on high heat in a wok with fresh tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, green peppers, fresh herbs and spices.		 $18.95
Kadhai Jhinga
Jumbo shrimp served with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, ginger and garlic cooked to perfection.		 $23.95
Mixed Vegetable Kadhai
Seasonal fresh mixed vegetables cooked in high heat in wok with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, ginger. and garlic.		 $15.95
Chicken Entrees
Murgh Masala
Tender boneless chicken cooked in a thick curry sauce.		 $18.95
Murgh Do Pyaza
Tender pieces of chicken sauteed in fresh onions with tomatoes and creamy curry sauce.		 $18.95
Murgh Saag
Boneless chicken coked with spinach in curry and fresh select green herbs.		 $18.95
Murgh Tikka Masala
Boneless chicken cubes barbecued in a charcoal clay oven, lightly touched in a savory sauce.		 $19.95
Methi Chooza
Boneless chunks of chicken marinated in yogurt cooked in an authentic sauce with a touch of fenugreek. A rare combination from Kashmir.		 $18.95
Murgh Vindaloo
Boneless chicken cooked with potatoes in a stimulating Hot curry sauce.		 $19.95
Murgh Lababdar
Boneless pieces of chicken char grilled in the tandoor and prepared in a onion, tomato and cashew nut gravy with a hint of coriander.		 $19.95
Murgh Makhani
Barbecues chunks of boneless chicken breast meat cooked in a fresh cream based tomato curry sauce.		 $19.95
Kesar Chicken Korma
Barbecued chunks of chicken breast marinated in saffron and cooked in a creamy curry sauce.		 $19.95
Lamb Entrees
Gosht Masala
Fresh chunks of lamb cooked with ginger and garlic in our Chef’s special sauce.		 $18.95
Saag Gosht
Fresh chunks of leg of lamb and spinach cooked in curry sauce with fresh green herbs.		 $18.95
Gosht Vindaloo
Fresh chunks of tender lamb and potatoes in a stimulating Hot curry sauce.		 $19.95
Lamb Korma
Fresh chunks of tender lamb cooked in a rich creamy sauce.		 $20.95
Rogan Josh
Tender pieces of lamb and yogurt cooked in creamy curry sauce.		 $20.95
Gosht Patiala
Tender succulent pieces of lamb cooked with ground onions, ginger, garlic, tomatoes and spices.		 $20.95
Kids Menu
Chicken Tenders
Served with french fries		 $8.95
Very Mild Boneless Tandoori Chicken
Served with french fries		 $8.95
French Fries $5.95
Tandoori Breads
Roti
Leavened whole wheat bread.		 $2.95
Naan
Leavened bread baked in flaming charcoal clay oven made with enriched white flour.		 $3.25
Lacha Paratha
Multi-layered whole wheat bread sprinkled with onion seeds.		 $3.50
Onion Kulcha
White flour bread layered with chopped onions and baked.		 $3.95
Aloo Paratha
Whole wheat dough stuffed with potatoes and peas, cooked on a griddle.		 $3.95
Peshawari Naan
Unleavened flat bread baked with fresh coriander leaf and sesame seed.		 $3.95
Assorted Breads
A combination of Naan, Roti, Onion Kulcha, Aloo Paratha and Lacha Paratha		 $12.95
Special Tandoori Breads
Pudina Roti
Hand kneaded whole wheat bread made with fresh hand chopped mint.		 $3.25
Paneer Kulcha
Enriched white flour bread layered with homemade cottage cheese and fresh green coriander.		 $3.95
Methi Paratha
Multi layered hand kneaded whole wheat bread with fenugreek.		 $3.95
Garlic Naan
Unleavened bread baked in our clay oven made of white flour and stuffed with garlic.		 $3.95
Bhatura
A very popular bread from Maharashtra, puffed and spongy deep fried bread with Nigella seed and carom seed.		 $4.25
Tokri
A combination of Pudina Roti, Paneer Kulcha, Methi Paratha and Garlic Naan.		 $12.95
Chefs Special
Channa Masala
Garbanzo bean slow cooked to make a tender with tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, and simmered in curry sauce, garnished with juliene ginger and coriander leaf		 $15.95
Bhindi Masala
Fresh okra sauteed with tomatoes, onions and special green herbs and spices, garnished with fresh coriander leaf and julienne ginger		 $16.95
Accompaniments
Pappadam
Sun-dried grilled lentil water with a hint of black pepper.		 $2.50
Katchumber
Indian salad mixed with lettuce, cucumbers and tomatoes.		 $6.95
Fresh Garden Tossed Salad
An assortment of lettuce, cucumber, carrots, bell peppers, and cucumber with house oil and vinaigrette dressing		 $9.95
Onion Salad
Combination of red and white sliced onion served with green chili and slices of lemons		 $5.95
Raita
Yogurt mixed with cucumber and garnished with roasted cumin seeds.		 $2.95
Mango Chutney $3.95
Mixed Pickle
Hot and Spicy lemon, lime and carrot pickle.		 $2.95
Extra Large Rice $5.95
Desserts
Rice Pudding $4.25
Ras Malai
Made from cottage cheese, sweetened with homemade thickened milk, sprinkled with pistachio.		 $4.95
Kulfi Mango
Homemade Indian ice cream, Mango		 $4.95
Kulfi Pistachio
Homemade Indian ice cream, Pistachio		 $4.95
Gulab Jamun
Made of dry milk and soaked in syrup. Served warm.		 $4.95
Sooji Ka Halwa
Very famous Indian Semolina pudding. Garnished with nuts and raisin		 $4.25
Drinks
Soft Drink $2.50
Coffee $2.95
Masala Tea
An exotic tea with a hint of cardamon and cinnamon.		 $2.95
Sweet Lassi $4.50
Salty Lassi $4.50
Mango Lassi
Made from homemade yogurt and mango fruit.		 $4.95
Panjabi Masala Chai Tea $3.95
Lemonade $3.25
Still Bottle Water $2.95
Sparkling Bottle Water $2.95
St Pellegrino Sparkling Water (Large Bottle)
(Large Bottle) 6.95		 $6.95

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Order and Reservations

Reservations: therajaji.comopentable.com

Reviews

Simdilka
Authentic Indian food! We had a wonderful lunch at this place! All the dishes were delicious! Loved Methi Chooza and naan basket. A must try India restaurant in DC area!

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Z Ibrahim
Relatively quiet at night, probably because it’s a holiday season. Food was good. Ambiance was okay. Servers were nice and welcoming.

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Alesia Devlin
Enjoyed eating here during my short stay in DC! The restaurant is nicely nestled within an area full of other small, diverse shops and eateries. The food was tasty and didn’t take too long. The staff was kind and very attentive, I will definitely be back!

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Helen Rogosin
This restaurant became our favorite when we last came here, and we were so happy to see it’s still there. Had a great birthday dinner and owner is friendly and professional. I strongly recommend the Mango Lassi! Everything is delicious and priced right in a great locale .

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Moni
Had a great meal from Rajaji. I ordered takeout but the place looked very nice on the inside. I ordered the Mulligatawny Soup and Bhelpuri dish. They were both delicious. The Bhelpuri was a flavor explosion. Highly recommended!

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Shomik Das
I had the misfortune of actually getting take out from this place. The first red flag was that rice doesn’t come with the entrees. That is despicable and unacceptable. The food is mundane, vapid and insipid. As someone of Indian descent, the food can be amazing with little time and preparation. This restaurant is not that. It’s a shame really

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Awanish Regmi
Food is Alright not that special. The server who is an older guy lacks the basic customer service skills and is utterly rude. He was crying for the tip amount and wanted more. I gave him 10 dollars first, but he cried for another 20, which i gave him as well. Be careful with them, if you unfortunately visit this restaurant

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Zarin B
The owner/host is so nice, he treated my boyfriend and I like family (packing our food for us, giving us extra rice to take home, etc.) The food was also sooo delicious! Had the chicken tikka masala, gosht vindaloo, naan, and mango lassi. Everything tasted like home. Highly recommend this place if you’re craving Indian food!

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Omkar Joshi
can’t give 0 stars but would if I could. I had lunch here at about 2 pm on Dec 9 2022 and left a review on yelp similar to this. I had a big bug in my water and the food was lukewarm, from which I got food poisoning. I hoped the food was warm enough that the germs from the bug wouldn’t matter so I took a bite and it was as if it had been microwaved for a few seconds after being left out over night. didnt eat it after that. the chai was also lukewarm. nice ambience but not enough to save the food. I felt bad saying this to the sweet old man that took my order and delivered my food so I ordered a box for it and then took it outside a couple blocks away and threw it away. it was a waste of 20 ish bucks. Eat here at your own peril.

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Ellibeth BC
We went there Friday night and returned for more on Saturday night, simply because it was amazing. The wait staff was very kind and engaging. I would definitely stop in when I return to Dc. I wish I had pictures but I totally forgot as I sat down to enjoy the meal.

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