I'm surprised to see this restaurant with 3.7 stars because the food was delicious, the service was fantastic (shoutout to Lucas), and the ambiance was lovely (nice and intimate). The fried kale was delicious! It was my husband's first time trying that dish and he loved it! Everything else was yummy, my only critique was on the garlic naan bread. We wished it was a little bit more buttery (the sauce) but other than that - we loved it. read more

The Bombay Club - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Bombay Indian Cuisine is one of my favorite spots. Every time I come to DC to visit family, I make sure to stop here. It has a classy, old-school feel that makes it really special. The place is nice and calm, and people are usually dressed up, which makes it feel a little more elegant. The food is always so good--full of flavor and cooked just right. My favorite is the butter chicken--so rich, creamy, and delicious every time. I honestly love coming here every time. It just feels like a good, special experience each visit. read more

This place is superb! We are not so familiar with Indian cuisine aside from the chicken biryani & butter chicken take-out near us, but we had the privilege of dining here with our Indian friends who have been regulars here for 20+ years. Here were the dishes that stood out: -Crispy kale: my absolute FAVORITE dish here. A must order! Flavors/textures are well balanced & addictive. -Crab masala: so good. Nice crunch to it & generous amount of crab meat -Fish in banana leaf: incredibly light & tender -Adraki lamb chops: really good. Perfectly cooked & tender with a nice spice rub. -Green chili chicken: one of my hubby's favs but beware, it's hot hot! -Dal makhni: hands down the BEST lentils I've ever had in my life. Also a must order. -Naans are incredible here. Particularly the garlic naan. The best I've had. -Spiced chocolate sticky pudding: no words. Rich but amazing! -Green cardamom rice kheer: my favorite dessert. Light, refreshing & not too sweet. Nice contrast to the other heavier dessert we had. Overall, great dining experience & our friends vouched for its authentic-ness. It's small-plates/tapas style, so it really adds up but its worth it. Excellent quality of food & service & we can't wait to be back to explore the rest of the menu! read more

Always great food but somehow I feel that the menu is same. They need to add some more items. But I really love the food, the ambience, and the fast service! read more

It's been many years since we last ate at this venerable Indian restaurant -- so many other, flashier places have come along in the intervening years -- but we had an old gift certificate hanging on the kitchen wall and neither of us wanted to cook tonight, so we came, and we left well pleased. Starters of flash--fried kale and bindi, as well as a bowl of saag to go with my seafood thali and Nancy's saag. The trio of chutneys, and a basket of millet roti rounded out our meal. Not flashy, but solid Indian cuisine. The beer lists at Indian restaurants tend to be weak (Indian beers are bo-o-oring!) but Bombay Club has a draft IPA and a local hefeweisen on the menu, which pleased me. read more

This was my fourth (maybe fifth) time dining at The Bombay Club, and I keep going back for a reason. As a solo diner this time, I had the chance to soak in the details and what a lovely experience it was. The ambience is quietly elegant, evoking that old-school Indian business club vibe - the kind we'd visit for lunches and dinners back in India but without feeling dated. It's vintage in the best way. The music, the soft lighting, the decor - it all adds to the charm. The food is good but not mind-blowing, which is why I'm docking a star, but definitely among the better Indian offerings in D.C. The crispy kale chaat was fantastic - light, crunchy, and full of flavor. The fresh lime soda was a bit of a letdown - it seemed like the sugar syrup or lime cordial had been sitting around too long. The vegetarian thali is consistently good, but I wish they'd rotate a few components or offer a "special of the day." At ~$30 (plus a 20% mandatory service charge), it would be great to see some richer or seasonal options for vegetarians. Service was warm, prompt, and professional -- as always. read more

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Stefan was our server and he was excellent. He made very good suggestions and we loved all of the choices. The ambiance is elegant and the live piano was an excellent touch. read more

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First time ever here and cannot believe it took me this long to come to this DC institution. I have passed this place thousands of times and never came in here. Ventured in for a work lunch and it was so easy to make a reservation and such a good location downtown. Food The menu was clearly labeled with all of the dietary restrictions you need and I loved how the ingredients were outlined in a way that was easy to understand. Got the veg thali and there was a good mix of everything. I see why the silver platters were on every table. Must get the freshly made lassi as you can taste the freshness of the mango. The only drawback was the paper straw that fell apart, I wish they went the metal straw route here to make it reusable and also easier to drink out of. Service Amazing, the care that they go through from when you enter the establishment to crumbing the table. You will get naan crumbs on the table so this is a nice treat before they drop dessert menus off. Very helpful and kind staff. Note that there is a service fee that is clearly on the menu. Ambiance Great business lunch during the week and can see that there is a private section for groups as well. Shutters on the windows give it a glass old school DC vibe that you do not see anymore. read more

Hubby and I ate here for Valentine's and the food was wonderfully delicious. Everyone was so attentive; Lucas, our server was fabulous, explaining every course and dish in detail. We began with an Amuse Bouche of a luscious Almond Rose Shorba. The starter was Asparagus Bhajiya (Fritter), Masala Prune, and Puff Pastry or yogurt, avocado,mint, mango & pineapple chutney. That trio was a delectable profile of flavors. read more

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Food, service and ambiance here was truly impeccable! One of the best Indian restaurants in the dmv area for sure - scallops were the best I've ever had read more

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This is a masterpiece of a restaurant, it's more of an experience actually. The decor is luxurious as if you were in a palace in India, very richly decorated but simple at the same point. You want to walk around and look at the pictures on the wall and some of the history. The food is spectacular especially for a westerner. There are smells and tastes and textures that are quite foreign to our pallat and exciting to try. If you see something you can't pronounce nce, order it! Lastly, the service, it's outstanding and a team effort. Everyone is helping each other out. We did have 8ne faux pay where we asked for a picture and were told they didn't have time and to find our waiter but that was 1u8ckly corrected. Great place, and a great spot for simple indulgence. read more

Had an unforgettable business dinner at The Bombay Club - easily one of the best Indian dining experiences I've had in the U.S. (and I say that as someone from India!). Our group of 32 was well accommodated across four tables, and the pre-fixe menu was thoughtfully curated and delicious from start to finish. The cocktails were a standout, especially the Madras Express (spicy and bold) and Jaipur Sunrise (refreshing and vibrant). We started with classic appetizers like samosas, chaats, and kebabs, all bursting with flavor. The main course curries were spot-on--authentic, rich, and perfectly spiced. Dessert was a sampler plate featuring gulab jamun, kheer, and gajar ka halwa. Everything was great, but the kheer in particular stood out - creamy and just the right amount of sweetness. Beautiful ambiance, warm service, and truly excellent food. Can't wait to return with my family on my next visit to DC. read more

The Bombay Club - Dessert Platter - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

When an establishment is open since 1988, things that could be said about it have likely already been stated, repeated, written about and then cemented into the hall of fame of the restaurant business. The Bombay Club, located a block away from the White House, is a place where white tablecloths reign, where major decisions happen and where one might just find themselves very lucky to be dining. Obama, Clinton and Bush have all dined here. So have many celebrities over the years. Demi Moore, Bruce Willis and Michael Douglas just to name a few. The place is owned and ran by Ashok Bajaj, who also runs the famous Rasika and has a proven record of very successful restaurants. It is now equally an American meal to dine here as anything else could ever be. The tandoori salmon is served bursting in juices, unique flavor and a side of lemon. Lamb Rogan Josh is delicate to a level where it simply falls apart with a rich spinach curry that's going to soak up every bit of basmati and naan that comes its way. A side of lamb samosas is a pleasant add for those who may not have had enough lamb yet. To complement the perfectly executed entrees, there is a vast wine list that's priced at an extremely reasonable 2x up charge vs retail, which is starting to become less and less common these days. Service is sharp, with waiters well trained and dressed to the theme of this fine dining establishment. Bombay Club can now be referenced to as a legendary place in the city and is an absolute must to visit. read more

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We made a reservation and were welcomed. Upon arrival we spend 10 mins at the bar area. Very welcoming and friendly service. Truly enjoyed every bit. Food was exquisite. EoF - explosion of flavors.. Kale appetizer is my top choice, next to purple potatoes. Spices are just right for an amazing experience. Main course were salmon, chicken tikka and chicken makhni (similar to butter chic) Each was had amazing flavors. The vegetarian winner is lentils (dal) - cooked for 16 hrs. I would come back only for the dal. Tikka was a bit dry as our server cautioned. Ambiance is traditional, classic architecture with piano music - live. I would come again. read more

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Located near the metro station, it's no wonder this place gets so much traffic. On a busy weekend, I would make sure to make a reservation. The dress code is smart casual, so no athletic wear or torn clothing! It is quiet, simple, and romantic, perfect for a date. The aloo ragda is a sweet and savory dip that goes well with the naan. The truffle naan is just very standard naan but is very light and airy; it tastes the same as a regular naan, however, so don't be fooled by the name truffle! The lamb vindaloo is just a tiny bit spicy. I would definitely try their very spicy next time. The chicken tikka is also very good, although the meat was a little tough. read more

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Parking: downtown washington so limited parking unless you pay to go to parking garage Food: was really good and the vegetarian dish came with small portions of various dishes/sabzi to try. Service: was ok. Ambience: super dark so it was hard to see right in front of you. but it was a clean and neat place read more

The Bombay Club - Ambience - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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A great restaurant and one of the best Indian restaurants in DC. My friend and I recently went here to celebrate a special occasion and we were seated immediately even before our reservation time. The food came out in a timely manner and we received good service. The ambiance is upscale, white tablecloths, with a dress code (smart casual). I started off by ordering a glass of the Sangiovese, which was extremely disappointing and tasted terrible-I didn't end up finishing it. My friend and I split several dishes, which is definitely the way to go. Paneer Tikka-Incredibly delicious-the paneer was perfectly fried, and well-seasoned and balanced with the pepper and tomato Plain Naan-A very solid naan Truffle Naan-The best naan we tried-the truffles added delicious flavor and were well-placed throughout the naan. My friend and I ended up getting two of them. If you plan on getting naan, this is the one to get. Chili Garlic Naan-A fine naan, but could have used more garlic. Lachha Paratha-Some good funk with the goat cheese but could have used more. Mango Chutney-Sweet, delicious, and paired extremely well with the meats. Tandoori Salmon-The sauce was good, but the salmon could have used more flavor even though it was relatively good quality Club Thali: Lots of good dishes and only two meat dishes on it. The dal was by far the best dish on the Thali-lots of ghee, creamy, well-spiced, and flavorful. The fish and lamb curries and the chicken makhani were fine but needed more spice and flavor (they did pair well with the mango chutney and naan). The thali also had a fine yogurt dish and came with a small portion of well-cooked rice. If I was ordering again, I would have split the lamb vindaloo, dal, and the lobster. Gulab Jamun-Fine, but could have been sweeter and more flavorful. The ice cream was a nice accompaniment. Kulfi-It had an interesting texture and tasted a bit like halva (the Middle Eastern kind) but overall disappointing. The prices are fair for a fancy, downtown DC restaurant, and I recommend for your next special occasion. read more

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Went here for dinner with co-workers while in town for meetings in downtown DC. We ordered family style and pretty much had 1 of everything on their menu. There were drinks poured so I don't remember all the specific dishes we ordered, but will say they were all delicious, with multilayered seasonings and flavor. I do remember the famous green chili chicken (apparently Hillary Clinton's favorite here), the lamb vindaloo, okra, saag (without the paneer), crispy fried kale, butternut squash samosas, and a fish curry. Even my 2 Indian colleagues agreed that food was great. Drinks were also nice. I had the Jaipur sunset and another mango flavored cocktail. Both were balanced well. Good power lunch or dinner spot near the White House that's apparently been around for 3+ decades. read more

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I'll talk about the food first - it's slightly above-average. The duck kebab and shrimp are great, but I can't say the same for the chicken makhani or the saag. Slightly above-average isn't going to cut it in DC - both Rasikas (owned by this restaurant's owners) blow this place out of the water, and even the past-its-prime Passage to India has much better chicken and spinach dishes. Additionally, DO NOT order online takeout from here - at least not until they fix a few apparent kinks in their system. The staff saw "Do Not Make" on one of our party's dishes (which was a required option on their online ordering system) and thought it referred to not making the dish at all, instead of not making any modifications to the dish. This is an understandable error, but it's much less understandable to have the staff gaslight the person who ordered into thinking it was their fault (did they seriously think we wanted to be charged $25 for an invisible dish?) read more

I really enjoy a drink menu that merges classic drinks fused with cultural notes. We loved the Dahi Puri Chaat but truly it was the Crab Masala that brew away my husband and I. Main course mushroom paneer rizzala was rich and filling. read more

From the outside, one would think Bombay Club would be a typical modestly adorned DC lunch spot - a place for serviceable Indian food to go. But step inside and you're introduced to a more luxurious experience, complete matching white glove service (and an unusual age restriction that prevents young children attending). I recently dined with two colleagues, one an Indian food aficionado who hails from Delhi. You will notice a multicultural clientele. Get over the "eat only where the locals eat" mentality and dig into some seriously genuine cuisine. First timers, or simply those looking for great variety, should consider a Thali - a classic assortment of different Indian foods. I got the Classic Thali on a recent visit, which features chicken and lamb. It did not disappoint. This might be my bloated American dietary bias, but I felt that portions were on the modest side. Otherwise, this was a great meal. read more

The Bombay Club - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing food and great service. Keep in mind that they have an age limit for children which I wasn't aware of. They made an exception but I totally understand their rules. This place is a true gem. All dishes were spectacular. read more

Once upon a 4-5 stars. Alas, came the bill, and the stars fell down. First time here. Wifey and I ventured to something new and different. Outside, we thought the place was closed or abandoned for the night. T'was after all, a weekday night, albeit Friday night. When we walked in, boy were we surprised! Ivory keys playing some good romantic jams and lighting was dim that you know this was special and people abound. We asked for some recommendations and the appetizers seems to be the ones they pushed a lot besides the main meal. Then I asked if the main meal comes with rice and the waiter replied, yes, it comes with rice. So we decided one of the two mail meal orders that he recommended, the Nalli Gosht lamb shank, and to add to that, the TND Salmon and garlic naan. The wait was worth it as we listened to some familiar American soft classics. Then the food came. The Nalli Gosht was delicious enough to make this place almost a 5 star food. The Salmon was ok. The Naan, was, well a garlic Naan. Then came time for deserts. They admittedly say they are weak in this area, and I would say so too. But that's all ok and I would accept it. But what makes the intro the way it is is that when the bill came. Remember, I asked about the rice? They charged us for rice as extra. Then not only that, the garlic naan that I ordered. We were charged for 2 orders. Wtf??? That wraps the cake for the rating. Screw me once, maybe. Screw me twice, we'll, that's where the ratings plummets!!! I was ecstatic until the fiasco. So, will I ever come back here? Probably not! read more

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I dined here for a business lunch on a weekday, which this restaurant was perfect for. I had never been before, but a number of my friends and colleagues had recommended it, so we had to try it. It feels very upscale and classic D.C. vibes inside, with great service. For appetizers, we tried the duck kabobs, the crispy kale, and the butternut squash samosas. All were good, particularly the samosas, but I have a slight preference for the palak chaat (crispy kale) at Rasiak. For entrees, I had the chicken tandoori and my colleague had the butter chicken; both were good. But perhaps the surprise highlight of the meal was the goat cheese kulcha. A friend had recommended it, but it was unassuming when it arrived. But it tasted so, so good. I could have eaten four more pieces. read more

Have yet to have a bad meal or experience at this restaurant. If you love Indian food and are staying at a hotel near the White House, this is a must try spot. Love the Club Thali plate, try this for a variety of flavors/tastes and you'll love their garlic naan. The staff are very friendly and attentive so you'll feel more than welcomed when dining here. read more

The Bombay Club - Club Thali - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Bombay Club DC Review: 4.4/5 Bombay Club is a great spot for Indian cuisine located close to the White House. I visited with my boss, so apologies for the lack of food photos. The service was fantastic--friendly and attentive without being intrusive. The atmosphere was very formal and high-class, creating an elegant dining experience. The food was terrific. We had the tandoori salmon and chicken with naan and the kale. The kale was definitely the star of the night. Overall, Bombay Club offers a superb dining experience with exceptional service and delicious food in a refined setting. read more

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Food is great Waiter was great Management & Hostess degraded the whole experience when were finalizing our and sipping the last of our drinks we were rudely to leave because someone was waiting on the table. They announced there is a 2 hour window for dinning. At no point were we told that, nor is it mentioned when you have drinks. We had sat down only 2 hours and 10!minutes prior. I will not darken the doors of that establishment ever again! read more

Just came back from dinner at Bombay Club. I went there after almost 8 years. The ambiance is still great love the pianist playing soothing music. The service is great. Overall, just a great experience. This restaurant is owned by the same management that owns Rasika (one of my favorites). Here is what we ordered: - Crispy Kale Chat -- this is a signature Rasika dish. After it became famous at Rasika, many restaurants adopted it. The chat is good here but not as great as Rasika. - Bhalla Papri Chat -- this is a bit misleading. There is no bhalla (Indian dumpling) in this. It's just like Sev Puri. It's very good. - Bombay Thali -- this comes with rice and 1 Lachcha paratha. The portion is more than enough for one person. The daal makhani was delicious. - Gulab Jamun -- general dessert. Was good. Nothing fancy about it. - Pistachio Kulfi -- wasn't a huge fan of this. Didn't like the taste. Overall, great food and ambiance. Had an amazing experience with my family and my parents loved it. read more

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First I want to start by giving a shoutout to Heather, she is amazing! I called to make a dinner reservation for a party of 6. She was so accommodating and really helpful getting us a table at the time we wanted. Some changes to our plan occurred that made me reduce our reservation to 4 people, but I had to bump it back to 6 a couple days later. Although it was a busy night and they were fairly booked out, Heather took the extra step to ensure our party of 6 would be included and we wouldn't have to change times or dates. She is truly the best! My experience with her alone made my overall review a 4/5. Food was closer to 3/5 stars. For drinks I got the mango lassi which tasted fresh and was very satisfying. For starters we got the dahi puri chaat, crispy kale and crab kori. Out of the 3 the crispy kale was delicious and so unique. Definitely a must for first timers at Bombay Club! For entrees we split the following: Lamb vindaloo, chicken biryani, chicken makhni, halibut, garlic naan, goat cheese kulcha, mint paratha, and truffle naan. I honestly didn't feel any of the main dishes stood out to me. The halibut was unique and something different, but the lamb vindaloo tasted normal, chicken biryani and chicken makhni were ok, and the different naans and parathas were also normal. Nothing significant or good enough to make me go back. Service was great. We had an amazing waiter who gave good recommendations and was very attentive the whole night. He convinced us to order the crispy kale as a starter and he did not let us down. read more

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We are now regular diner at this place due to the consistency in their food preparation. We like it now, and more recently their menu has been upped. We love their Thali (at its best). read more

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The Mushroom Paneer Rizzala was DELICIOUS. We recently sat outside on the patio and the service was good and overall we had a nice dinner. The plain paneer was not as tasty as the mushroom paneer, and they automatically add a 20% service charge, which I don't love - losing one star. read more

I dined here for lunch with coworkers recently and it was my first time to the Bombay Club, though I have been to Rasika for dinner before. We sat outside, and it was very pleasant -- not too much street noise, adequate shade, and nice staff. We loved our appetizers. We got the crispy kale (very reminiscent of Rasika's palak chaat), paneer tikka, and the butternut squash samosas. The samosas in particular, with its banana chutney, were outstanding. Definitely a unique take on samosas, and as a big banana fan, I loved the chutney. The crispy kale is sweet and salty and a great starter. The paneer tikka is rich and delicious but very cheese forward so you need to obviously like paneer. For main courses, we each ordered a thali, though we tried different ones. As other reviews have noted, the dal is not to be missed!! It is the absolute standout in the Bombay thali. I did not get to try the other thalis, but some of the dishes on mine were more successful than others -- some of them were very flavorful, others were rather bland. It would be nice if you could customize a thali to choose the best from each, but I understand that would be a lot of work. Overall, it's a very solid spot and you can see some of the ties to Rasika. I wish some of the individual components of the thali were better, but I was very happy with the meal. The appetizers are excellent, and again, whatever you do MAKE SURE TO GET THE DAL! read more

Service was amazing, food was amazing, vibes were amazing. I came here for a romantic dinner with my partner and that is exactly what I got. The food was delicious and I would come back just to try more items. Unfortunately we were seated next to a drink station which was a little upsetting, since the waiters were constantly grabbing dishes, talking around us, and places a lot of open wine bottles/other dishes there. I would recommend the Thali to try a variety of items! read more

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Went to The Bombay Club for a work dinner. I was a little y so I had a wonderful Hendricks martini. The ambiance is very calm, much like an oasis coming in from Connecticut Avenue. The food was exquisite especially the curry. Service was good. read more

I went there for dinner and ordered bunch of dishes. I got a Dal lentil dish that was very spicy and cooked for 16 hours. I got so sick from this, one hour after eating it, i actually threw up in the cab. I never felt more sick in my life. It was like I had a ball of fire in my stomach. My friend got diarrhea the day after and still has it 3 days later. Be careful, some of their foods look like they are spilt and still being served. read more

Restaurant Week Review Had a lovely experience at the Bombay Club. I've lived in the area for seven years and never came here but decided to try it for Restaurant Week. They have two options, a $35 and $55 menu. I chose the $35 option and for the three courses I had: - Crispy Kale Chat: delicious and such a big portion. Each bite was amazing. and crispy. - Chicken Korma: huge tender pieces of chicken in an amazing sauce. Comes with naan and roti - both were very good on their own and tasty to dip into the extra sauce. - Phirni: full size dessert with a blackberry jelly on top. Each bite has a bit of the jelly - they did not skimp! Next time I come back I will for sure get the crispy kale chat again and will look to try the other delicious things on the menu. Staff was very attentive and friendly. Great ambiance - fancier on the inside with some romantic lighting. There is outdoor seating with umbrellas (very necessary for DC summer eating). Sometimes I feel like the Restaurant Week Deals aren't actually deals, and the Bombay Club for sure was. You did not get smaller portions, you were not treated poorly for ordering off the menu - it was all around great. Thanks for a great experience, I will be back! read more

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Great spot for a work lunch. The fish in the banana leaf was perfectly cooked. The truffle naan was delicious. We ordered various appetizers and entrees and all of them were good. read more

Amazing experience here. Food was delicious and perfect portions where you are able to to try many different dishes. Waiter was very attentive and gave us amazing recommendations. The kale salad was unlike anything I've tried before. Not to mention the beautiful restaurant that has a very up-class vibe. Can't wait to come again. read more

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I wanted to update my review from a lifetime ago. Bombay Club is among my favorite Indian restaurants in DC. The atmosphere is very inviting and classy, and they have a pianist on the weekends and perhaps other evenings. The food options are traditional if not dependable selections and the drinks are inventive as well. It is not a lively/trendy venue but rather a traditional and tasteful restaurant. I tend to prefer the chicken dishes especially but there are a variety of quality offerings. read more

I ordered Duck Seek Kabab and Railway Goat Curry. Both dishes tasted very good. Duck Seek Kababs are soft and melted in my mouth. And spice blend was just perfect Goat Curry was cooked to perfection and tasted excellent with hot butter naans. Waiter was little impatient during ordering of the food and had no empathy for new customers. The restaurant is close to White House and lot of tourist and new visitors are expected. He had a look of dude this is four **** cost wise why are you here. read more