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    Bindaas

    3.6 (395 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Kaya E.

    Stopped by Bindaas really quick while visiting George Washington University. I was walking through Western Market, a new market in DC that houses a bunch of restaurants (about 10-15). I was walking through not sure what I wanted to eat because nothing really piqued my interest until I got to the end of the market and came across Bindaas. The inside of the restaurant is really nice with beautiful artwork. When I walked in I arrived right at their to-go counter and was greeted shortly after I looked over the menu for a little bit. The prices are definitely steeper than what I'm used to for Indian food but I'm assuming it's because of the part of town that Bindaas is located in. Regardless I decided to give them a try because I was so hungry at this point. I ordered the chicken tikka masala. I know ... basic ... but I didn't want to try something new and risk not liking it lol. The server was really helpful with giving me their reccs so I'm looking forward to trying new dishes in the future. Please note that their curries do not automatically come with naan. It's an extra $6. While I waited for my order I was able to sit at their really comfortable bar stools that they had right at the to-go counter. I appreciated that someone came over and asked if I wanted water while I waited. The food didn't take very long and when I got home to try it initially I thought the portion was small but honestly once I dug into it it was the perfect size and the flavors were ON POINT. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the mood for pricier ($20 per plate) Indian food. Has anyone been to Bindaas, what do you recommend from the menu?

    Fries
    Vidhika B.

    A friend and I went to Bindaas specifically for their happy hour, so I'll preface this review by saying I can only speak to the happy hour menu and vibes (at least for the time being!). We went on a Thursday around 4pm, and although there were only a few other folks in the restaurant at the time, the atmosphere was still good. The space is cute and it got more lively as more people started to pour in (as the evening went on, understandably and predictably). We ordered a bunch of things: the vada pao, gunpowder fries, masala popcorn, cauliflower pakora, mini chicken puff, and samosa chaat. They were all pretty good, but my personal favorites were the samosa chaat and the gunpowder fries. The fries in particular were the *perfect* combo of really crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, not too thick, not too skinny. I'd be back for those alone. (I should note that the fries also come with the mini chicken puff, so if you wanna try a smaller serving of them that's an option too). We also got a couple of drinks: the money to burn off the regular menu, and the halo spritz and hot toddy off the happy hour one. I'm a mezcal girl so liked the money to burn best for sure. Several of the other drinks looked good too and I'd love to try them sometime (chaitini, looking atchu!). Oh, and our server -- Richard -- was attentive and fun to talk to. A great experience overall, would definitely go back for their happy hour!

    Angela B.

    Bindaas was definitely an interesting experience. At first, our server came off a bit distant--not particularly warm or friendly. But as the meal went on, he seemed to ease up and became noticeably more approachable. I'll admit, I had some preconceived notions going in. When I heard we were headed to an Indian restaurant, I expected strong, lingering aromas and was honestly a little worried about my clothes and hair absorbing the scent. To my surprise, that wasn't an issue at all, which made it much easier to relax and enjoy the time with my colleagues. As for the food--it was fantastic. Everyone at the table ordered basically something different, and not a single dish disappointed. The presentation was colorful and vibrant, and the flavors were bold without being overwhelming. I'd absolutely come back again!

    The Roll was perfectly grilled and again the lamb was so well seasoned and flavorful.   Overall just a great experience
    Taylor A.

    Truly a change in experience. Had been here months back and service was lacking. Decided to give it another go was I was craving pani puri and I was up the street. Came to find out management had recently changed and they were expecting hirer quality. They delivered. They were short staffed, but Lucas (the manager) and the bartender (whose name I cannot remember were killing it and running the whole place. Definitely give them support, you will not be disappointed

    Hiral D.

    Came here for dinner with several friends. It was pretty good! We ordered a round of drinks ranging from chai tini to work of art. We ordered samosas, daal makhni, lamb kebab, salmon kebab,dahi papdi Chaat, naan and more! I was hoping the rice would be on the side instead of served with the kebabs. Food was pretty tasty. I enjoyed the daal the most. Ambiance and service were nice. Overall, food is good here.

    Money to burn cocktail
    Nikita J.

    This is a cute, cozy spot inside the food hall; great for lighter bites and cocktails. Hits: - Chai tini: loved. Tasted like adrak wali chai in cocktail form. So smooth. - Money to burn: Hubby says "Delicious" - Bhel puri: HIT. crisp, spicy, sour, sweet textures and flavors all perfect. Please note that this is spicy so if you can't handle "Indian spicy" you might want to skip it. - Chicken peri peri : a hit! Hubby really liked the crunch factor and appreciated the flavor both in the chicken and the dipping sauce. - service: it was a busy evening but our server didn't rush us at all, which we appreciated. Misses: - Lamb Kathi roll: same as paneer, didn't like the egg but enjoyed the lamb immensely. The big miss here isn't the flavor but the fact that the roll just couldn't hold itself together as a roll. Definitely needed a bigger roti to wrap those fillings in. - Paneer Kathi roll: essentially a miss because of the same issues as the lamb Kathi roll. Flavors are on point, texture is more paneer bhurji which I actually liked. Just wish it held together the way it should. We'd certainly come back when in the area to try other items on the menu.

    Melissa P.

    Bindaas Indian Street Food in Foggy Bottom was a surprise find for us as we usually dine at traditional Indian restaurants. Bindaas' options were a lovely refresher to the traditional heavier dishes we were accustomed to. Great modern bistro ambiance so a nice alternative to traditional Indian establishments as well. The street food portions were smaller, allowing us to try a greater variety of dishes. We had the Bhel Puri, Palak Paneer, Parda (Chicken) Biriyani, Chooza (Chicken) Kebab, Paneer Tika and a variety of Naans. The flavors were fresh and vibrant and did not disappoint. It was cool to observe the bustle of the open kitchen as our orders were created. Service was quick and attentive and it was obvious that there were regulars as the staff greeted many with a familiar welcome. Highly recommended.

    Lamb bowl and Plain Naan
    Rashidah J.

    I will absolutely give this place another try. Today was my first time and I am thoroughly unimpressed. I ordered to-go and ate the food maybe 5 minutes after it was made. I got a lamb bowl and naan. The lamb meatballs were SO dry and the sauce was too sweet. The rice and the salad were fresh and had good flavor. The naan was chewy and tough. The service was good - the two women working at the counter were nice. The naan itself took longer than the bowl to make, but the woman at the counter was very attentive and checked on the naan when she saw I was still waiting. I liked some of the flavors enough to be interested in trying the food again. I also saw they have mango lassi and saffron rice pudding, which looked tasty. I'll try something else next time.

    Kai M.

    First, I genuinely LOVE Indian food so this Monday night surprise date made my night! No reservations needed, we walked in through Western Market and they immediately seated us. Friendly staff, quick service, hospitality was on point. Appetizers: Chicken curry puffs: buttery soft crust with a scrumptious filling. They pair it with seasoned fries and let's just say that this simple meal is filling and delicious. Avocado Golgappa: I'm torn between which of these starters were my favorite because both were phenomenal! This crunchy airy crust was the perfect compliment to the filling inside. I can't describe all of the flavors too well but the variation of textures made the dish memorable. Main dish: Chicken Tikka Masala: THIS WAS EXCELLENT! The serving can be shared with someone else but you'd likely want to keep your order because it's just that good and perfectly seasoned. Garlic cilantro naan: let's just say that I ordered some to go! This naan melted in my mouth and added to the existing flavor party. I had a crisp cider and my boyfriend had their creamy mango lassi-which he loved! Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and I'll be back!

    Chicken Tikka Masala
    Joshua K.

    I recently went here to get chicken tikka masala to go for a workday lunch and I was able to get my food within five minutes of placing my order. The price and portion size was reasonable for my order ($20) and overall my dish was good. Bindaas perfectly cooked the chicken and had a good rice-chicken-sauce ratio. Although the chicken tikka masala was a little salty, I would recommend Bindaas if you're looking for a meal in Foggy Bottom.

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    Daniela H.

    My favorite part was the food! Those delicious and rich yet subtle flavors were amazing. Everything was well presented and simply flavorful. The service was okay, our server was a bit too chatty but we could tell she just wanted to do her best. The food wait is on the longer side, not as quick as we would have liked. Our naans came after the food was already out, which didn't make sense. Definitely a spot to go back to and try more dishes!

    James L.

    So my question as it pertains to the DC Dining scene is, why is it (typically) the more upscale the neighborhood, the more (paradoxically) mediocre and expensive the food options? I've been to the Bindaas Bowls and Rolls (https://www.yelp.com/biz/bindaas-bowls-and-rolls-washington?osq=bindaas) location near Penn Quarter and thought the food was tasty and a good value. Granted, this place is a fast casual "Chipotle" like concept where you work your way down a line, pick your ingredients, and then staff prepare your food, so it's an entirely different dining experience. But since Bindaas is intended to be the more budget friendly and "street food" themed sibling of the excellent Rasika, I was hoping this outpost of the burgeoning Knightsbridge Restaurant Group would be good. Unfortunately, I was otherwise disappointed by the entire experience. A friend and I stopped by after a recent event at the Kennedy Center and first impressions were promising. Walk down a few stairs into the main dining room, and the décor is modern with uniquely tiled patterned floors, wicker-like material chairs as well as wooden booth seating, and distressed brick walls adorned with Indian themed artwork. Service was a bit uneven. Had to wait 5 minutes for a server to stop by to deliver silverware, water, and menus. Additionally, I had to flag down our server a few times when the water glasses were empty. We decided on the Masala Fried Fish and Chicken Tikka Masala. Food arrived in about 15-20 minutes, and here are my notes: Masala Fried Fish: Fileted fish was deep fried to the point of being leathery dry. The ginger-garlic paste and chili provided some much needed moistness, but not enough to combat the tough texture. Mustard flavored potatoes topped with coconut chutney was MID. Chicken Tikka Masala: Forgot to take a picture, but this dish was better. Tender chunks of chicken were stewed in an aromatic sauce with pronounced notes of fenugreek, cumin, garam masala, and tumeric. The dish was served with rice and some veggies. The dish was good, but IMHO, this was "similar" with what I find in the freezer section at my local Trader Joe's. Of course, the better Indian restaurants are found in the 'burbs of either MD or VA, so if I was craving this cuisine in the future, not sure I'd come back to this Bindaas location. Dinner with two entrees and only water for beverages with tax and tip amounted to roughly $55. About on par with what one would expect when dining in the Downtown DC area.

    Palak Pakodi Chaat on the left and Avocado Golgappa on the right- so good!
    Lillian S.

    We had a great time at Bindaas yesterday. We were planning on going to an ice cream shop in the neighborhood, but then happened upon Bindaas and decided to try it. It did not disappoint! Our server was kind, personable and attentive and when we couldn't decide on what to order he asked what kinds of foods and flavors we liked and made a great recommendation. We loved the Palak Pakodi Chaat. I would come back just to eat this. We also enjoyed the Avocado Golgappa- super refreshing with a great crunch. The atmosphere was casual, comfortable and modern. We will be back!

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