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Washington, D.C. · checked November 11, 2026
The best Indian food delivery and takeout in Washington, D.C.
The 4 places in Washington, D.C. we'd order Indian food from tonight. Start with Pappe (butter paneer, chicken tikka, manchurian wings), then Rasika West End (palak chaat, black cod, lamb and chicken curries), then Daru (tikka masala and the regional curries).
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Pappe
Get: Butter paneer, chicken tikka, manchurian wings
Saucy dishes and bread that hold up well in containers; the Infatuation's go-to for Indian takeout.
Where we found it: The Infatuation: Best Indian Restaurants in DC · Toast: Pappe online ordering
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Rasika West End
Get: Palak chaat, black cod, lamb and chicken curries
Rasika's cooking in a box; curries and naan carry well.
Good to know: Takeout by phone: (202) 466-2500. Pricier than most takeout.
Where we found it: Washingtonian: 100 Very Best Restaurants 2025, Rasika (2025) · OpenTable: Rasika West End (takeout by phone)
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Daru
Get: Tikka masala and the regional curries
A Michelin Bib Gourmand with real DoorDash volume, so the takeout is practiced.
Good to know: Dinner only.
Where we found it: MICHELIN Guide: Daru (Bib Gourmand) (2025) · DoorDash Merchants: Daru success story
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Naanwise Indian Cuisine
Get: Dal, curry, samosas, curry pakora
A casual neighborhood Indian spot with a marked vegan menu and heavy delivery use.
Where we found it: Uber Eats: Naanwise Indian Cuisine · PoPville: Naanwise coming to Woodley Park (2019-06)
Good to know
What is the best Indian food delivery in Washington, D.C.?
Pappe in Logan Circle. Get butter paneer, chicken tikka, manchurian wings. Saucy dishes and bread that hold up well in containers; the Infatuation's go-to for Indian takeout.
Where can I get Indian food takeout in Washington, D.C. tonight?
Chef Amazing's list for Washington, D.C.: Pappe (Logan Circle), Rasika West End (Foggy Bottom), Daru (H Street / Atlas District), Naanwise Indian Cuisine (Woodley Park). Each one does takeout or delivery; order from the place's own site when it has one.
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How we pick: our own stories and guides first, then this year's critics and best-of lists; every place checked open and checked to do takeout or delivery. Photos marked "a photo like it" show the food, not that place's. Delivery areas and hours change; check before you order. Chef Amazing is not paid by any place on this page.
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