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Darvish Kitchen, Washington, DC

Darvish Kitchen

4.7 (31)
$31 to $50
Persian
1141 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036-4302

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Welcome to Darvish - where culinary excellence meets warm hospitality. Nestled in the heart of Washington DC, our restaurant is a haven for food enthusiasts seeking authentic Persian flavors and a memorable dining experience.

Driven by a deep love for sharing the warmth and flavors of Persian culture, Masoud embarked on a journey to introduce authentic Persian cuisine to Washington DC. Drawing inspiration from their families cherished recipes and the vibrant culinary scene of Iran, Masoud has curated a menu that captures the essence of Persian gastronomy. At Darvish, we are committed to preserving the authenticity of Persian cuisine while also infusing it with modern twists and local influences. Every dish reflects his dedication to quality, flavor, and presentation, ensuring that guests embark on a culinary journey through the heart of Iran with each bite.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Persian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Mother's Day at Darvish

    $75.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mother’s Day with a memorable brunch at Darvish Restaurant, where the exquisite flavors of Persian cuisine come to life! This special day is all about honoring the incredible moms in our lives, and our brunch features a delightful selection of traditional Persian dishes, from fragrant saffron rice to savory kebabs and decadent sweets. Enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere as you gather with family to create cherished memories over a delicious meal. Make this Mother’s Day truly special and treat your mom to an experience filled with love and culinary delight at Darvish! $75/person includes glass of champagne Appetizer: Choice of one Meygoo-Spicy grill Shrimp Laboo- Beet Salad Koofteh Tabrizi- Tabrizi Meatball Kuku Sabzi- Herb Frittata Main Course: Choice of One Barg Soltani Kabob Mahi E Bronzino- Bake Branzino-Limon white wine sauce Gheymeh Bademjan- Eggplant split pea stew Fasenjan-Chicken Stew with walnut pomegranate sauce Dessert: Choice of one Rollet-Sponge cake filled with whipped cream Bastatani Zaffroni-Saffron ice cream Mascarpone cheese creme grulee-strawberry and blueberry sauce
    Mother's Day at Darvish Photo

What 31 people are saying

Darvish Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Darvish Kitchen is a delightful gem in DC, renowned for its "amazing food" and "incredible atmosphere." Patrons praise the "friendly and attentive" staff and the "beautifully designed" interior. The authentic Persian cuisine, including kabobs and tahdig, is a highlight. While some timing issues were noted, the overall experience is highly recommended.
31 Reviews
  1. Matthew VIP

    Greater Boston46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a great time. We hadn’t had Persian food before so they were patient with us, let us order at our pace and made lots of suggestions based on other things we like to eat and the flavors that we like. First, the cocktails were outstanding! We hadn’t the house old fashioned and a few others that were so good. We got the watermelon salad, the beet salad and the combo app plate. The homemade bread was light and crunchy and great with the hummus and other dips on the combo plate. For dinner we shared the half chicken over rice with chicken and the combo chicken and beef kabobs with saffron rice and berries. The atmosphere and vibe were enjoyable and you could tell they spent time designing the restaurant to give it an old world feel. Can’t wait to go back!

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  2. nilab

    Washington DC1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Overpriced and terrible Easily one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had. The food was bland, greasy, and clearly made with the cheapest ingredients. For what they charge, you’d expect at least decent service or atmosphere—nope. Total waste of money. Avoid at all costs.

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  3. Catherine

    Des Moines6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very fun night with a large group. The food was great and the service was outstanding. The servers and hosts were friendly, responsive and helpful all evening. We will come again!

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  4. Gabby VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved sitting outside, and the food was amazing — highly recommend the tahchin. Great persian food in a pleasant environment!

    1 person found this helpful

  5. niloufar

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maddy was waiting for us. We are very happy with the service and her good humor and hospitality. Thank you Maddy and the restaurant manager for their friendly attitude.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Monjela

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, out of this world atmosphere, every single detail was incredible.

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  7. Alleshia

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing but good things to say about this place. The prices, service, and flavors were all on point. 10/10

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  8. Cyrus VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Portions were very small waiter did not know the menu had to point at the items. Presentation was great and quality of ingredients was high. Missing some classic Persian combinations like Soltani.

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  9. Kevin

    Central Texas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great authentic Persian food! It’s in a convenient location and a very Persian style interior.

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  10. Amy

    London4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed the ambiance and menu. We were seated upon arrival - however no menus were provided. After some time a waiter arrived but we could not provide a drink order as no menus were given. He then provided menus. It was some time before he returned so at that time all orders were decided. Waiter said he would tske all order and stage it. Appetizers came - no drinks had yet been delivered. Eggplant dip was delivered without bread test we’d already eaten much of the other bread waiting. We see for more so we would eat the dip but entrees were delivered before bread se wouldn’t really enjoy it as it was cold. Drinks arrived - my $22 cocktail seeeme to have no vodka. Most of the issues at the restaurant were timing related which are frustrating. The food was good and the servers were kind - just harried.

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Darvish Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
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1141 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036-4302

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Persian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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