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Afghania

4.7 (185)
$31 to $50
Afghan
Afghania, 2811 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20007-3712

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Afghania

4.7
$31 to $50
Afghan
Georgetown

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
Our newest restaurant, Afghania is the sister restaurant to Bistro Aracosia in the Palisades neighborhood of DC, Aracosia in McLean Va and Afghan Bistro in Springfield VA. Afghania accommodates any diet and is proud of taking cooking back to its origins.

Welcome to Afghania, where the Steppe of Central Asia meets the Hindu Kush and Suleiman Mountain Range, bordering South Asia. Come and enjoy the warm hospitality, exquisite flavors, and the mystery of the Afghan frontier that so many have been intrigued by.
At Afghania you will enjoy some classical dishes of the warriors from the frontier. Smoked meats, vegetables full of flavor, exotic spices, exquisite flavors and aromas and unmatched hospitality are promised at Afghania.
Come and enjoy dishes that date back to the early 1800’s from the Afghan Empire - Afghania.

A 20% service charge will be added to all checks. This supports our staff and operations. This is not a gratuity and no tip is expected.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afghan, Middle Eastern, Central Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 16:00–20:45 Fri 16:00–21:45 Sat 11:30–21:45 Sun 11:30–20:45
  • Contact
    (202) 808-8752
  • Website
    https://www.afghaniadc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Afghania Flight

    US$75.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the flavors of Afghanistan through a curated, family-style tasting designed for sharing. The Afghania Flight features an assortment of handmade dumplings, premium grilled meats including lamb rib, beef tenderloin and ribeye, signature slow-cooked dishes, and traditional vegetable specialties. Perfect for discovering the depth and variety of Afghan cuisine in one memorable dining experience.
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  • The Aracosia Experience

    US$90.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the flavors that have defined the Aracosia family of restaurants, now at Afghania in the heart of Georgetown. Enjoy our signature multi-course Afghan tasting menu, one handcrafted signature cocktail per person, and a dessert to finish. Offered exclusively in our first-floor dining room with limited seatings, perfect for date nights, celebrations, or discovering Afghan cuisine for the first time, The Aracosia Experience brings together our most celebrated flavors, cocktails, and Afghan hospitality for an unforgettable dining experience.
    The Aracosia Experience photo

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Menu

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Afghania.

4.7

4.7
(185)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Good for special occasions

  • District of Columbia

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Afghania offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "phenomenal service." Guests rave about the flavorful dishes that feel like "home cooked meals." Signature lamb dishes and creative drinks are favorites, complimented by a warm ambiance. Ideal for a memorable meal in Georgetown. Highly recommended!
185 Reviews

  1. shane

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Personal and genuine service w superb food. Fair wine list, fresh cocktails. Been several times. Always satisfied with my choices and experience.

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  2. Edwin

    Fort Lauderdale2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Afghan restaurant in DC/Nova area. The food is incredible!

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  3. Brian

    Atlanta24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a nice overall experience at the restaurant. Our server, Zak, was terrific. The food was good, but not particularly memorable. The Palou which is listed as their signature dish was rather bland. The smoked lamb shank was cooked well, but the overall dish was not very flavorful. We had the assorted dumpling appetizer which was good, but hit the table lukewarm. We were also seated upstairs which was not nearly as charming as the dining room downstairs.

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  4. Matt

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 11 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food. The main room was a little warm. There was a little bit of wait but it was worth it.

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  5. Maria

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, every plate and drink was so good! And the service was also amazing as well as the ambiance.

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  6. Anulekha

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great bread and sauces to start. Lamb and greens was amazing, fall of the bones.

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  7. Yi Gold

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. We ordered the sampler and got an immense amount of food for 2 people. The flavors were amazing and the staff super attentive. Would definitely go back!

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  8. Doug

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm wonderful welcome. Excellent food. Great service. Lovely experience.

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  9. Kyle

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible experience at Afghania. Every dish had so much flavor and it was like eating a home cooked meal. Phenomenal and friendly service as well. Will return anytime we’re back in DC. Highly recommend.

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  10. Mialeeka Gold

    Washington, D.C. Area40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Afghania is such a treat! From the food to the service to the creative drinks. It’s a whole vibe. I highly recommend it. The lamb shank is my favorite coupled with their assorted greens.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Afghan, Middle Eastern, Central Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 16:00–20:45 Fri 16:00–21:45 Sat 11:30–21:45 Sun 11:30–20:45
  • Contact
    (202) 808-8752
  • Website
    https://www.afghaniadc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress

FAQs

Yes, Afghania's cozy, intimate dining room and many positive anniversary and birthday visits make it well suited for a special evening out.

Weekends are a great choice, the restaurant recently added weekend lunch service on Saturday and Sunday that guests especially enjoyed, while Sunday evenings have been described as quieter.

Portions at Afghania are generous, multiple guests say tasting menus and entrées easily feed more than the listed party size and many left comfortably full.

Yes, Afghania has outdoor seating on M Street; guests report dining outside and enjoying a quieter spot on that part of the street.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished-but-relaxed attire; many guests also visit for birthdays and special occasions and dress up a touch.

Afghania is a lovely choice for weekend lunch, guests specifically enjoyed the restaurant’s new weekend lunch hours, and for a quieter dinner, late on Sunday night is reported to be slow and peaceful.

Yes, Afghania says it "accommodates any diet, " and guests note attentive staff and a broad selection of vegetarian and vegan options to help with dietary requests.

Afghania feels cozy and warmly welcoming, a small, intimate dining room with family-style hospitality, and second-floor seating near the front windows can be a quieter spot.

Yes, Afghania is family-friendly: several guests report dining with children (sons and tweens), enjoying generous portions and warm, attentive service that welcomed families.

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Afghania

4.7
$31 to $50
Afghan
Georgetown

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
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