Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge

4.7 (59)

$30 and under

Persian

3310 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010

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Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge

4.7

$30 and under

Persian

Washington

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2 people

3 Nov 2026

19:00

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Kid-friendly

KooKoo is a concept by Chef/Owner Yahya Sardari to bring the tastes of his childhood dishes to life. We strive to use the freshest available ingredients and best family recipes to bring our favorite dishes to life. We have a crafted some amazing Persian inspired cocktails for your enjoyment. Traditional spices married with the best spirits by our resident mixologist Danielle. Yahya Sardari brought Kookoo to life in August of 2023 to showcase his love of Persian cuisine. With family recipes handed down from his mom he recreates his childhood memories and shares his passion for cooking and hosting with his guests.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Persian, International, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 525-1520
Website
https://www.kookoodc.com/
Dress Code
Business Casual
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
3310 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010
Area
Washington
Cross Street
14th Street NW and Park Street NW
Parking Details
Public Lot
Public transport
Columbia Heights Metro and Bus 52, 54, and 59,
Additional
Vegan

Offers

Happy Hour
1 - 10 people
Multiple dates available
Mon - Wed - 16:00 - 20:30
Enjoy drink and food specials during our Happy Hour every day during the week from Monday-Friday, 4-7pm
Sunday Night Wine Special
1 - 10 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - 12:15 - 20:30
Enjoy $10 off of a bottle of wine every Sunday from 5pm to close

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge.

4.7

(59)

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

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59 Reviews

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GREG
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We organized a dinner for 11 people to celebrate my father’s birthday. The owner (Yahya) and his team were wonderful. We ordered most of the menu and everything was great! Not one dish disappointed. The food was all great. The waitstaff were lovely, super attentive, and very helpful in explaining dishes. I’m so glad to have tried Kookoo and will be back again soon.
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Cindy
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Koo Koo is my neighborhood go-to, and it never disappoints. The food is fabulous, especially the Koo Koo wings, which are fantastic. Yahya, the owner, always makes me feel right at home. Between the great happy hour and the free jazz on Monday nights, it's the kind of place that feels like part of the community. Highly recommend!
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Diana
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered 2 mains and shared, and enjoyed both very much. However, the Khoresh Fesenjoon had literally 3 pieces of chicken (although they were great pieces of chicken). The spices in the pomegranite molasses were excellent. The second — Joojeh — was lacking in the various Persian spices we were expecting, and the chicken was tough (although the cuts were good cuts). The free herbs & bread that are usually brought to the table (usually called sabzi but not here) were basic and again, the expected Persian spices & herbs were missing. But the scallion, 2 cubes of feta, radish slices and walnuts were very tasty with the excellent bread. So, bland (not quite Persian) but excellent quality overall.
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Marla
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Great to see this neighborhood spot full on a weekend. Especially loved the sabzi gormeh. Will return!
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Michele Gold
Washington, D.C. Area47 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 August 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
all the dishes we ordered were very tasty; the spinach yogurt dip and potato au gratin were a group pleaser; the entrees were delicious and plentiful as well; service was attentive; the restaurant was energetic but not so crowded that it was too loud to carry on conversations; all in all a great dinner!
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Jacquelyn Gold
Philadelphia County28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
EVERYTHING was great for our experience at KooKoo: The welcome by management and owner was so joyful; the service throughout the 2 hours there was perfect; all six of the dishes from the kitchen were delicious. This was our third time there and the first time for our guest. Everyone of us was very happy there and with our leftovers two days later. The wine we chose was superb too. We are very grateful to the staff for a wonderful experience.
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Sharon
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is fantastic and the staff has so much heart! Every time I’ve dined at Kookoo I’ve had the best experience.
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Bea Gold
Washington, D.C. Area75 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 May 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is some of best Persian food we have had. This is just as good as homemade (my son-in-law is Persian.) We have been there several times including Mother's Day. Six of us gathered to enjoy a wonderful lunch. The owner and staff were very attentive and accommodating. We enjoyed the Kashk Bademjan(eggplant) and Mast O Khiar(yogurt and cucumber) for starters as well as the Wings prepared with pomegranate molasses. They were spectacular! We shared kabobs and Ghormeh Sabzi, a beef stew, and Fesenjoon a rich chicken stew. We ended with salmon and lamb shank. Each dish was served with the appropriate rice. Most of which we wound up taking home. We were too stuffed to order dessert, but the Baghlava and ice cream are both delicious. The prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to try Persian food.
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Monica Gold
Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews
2.0
Dined on 3 May 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The food was very expensive for the quality we received. Several items tasted like they had been reheated rather than freshly made, which made the meal feel underwhelming. The texture and flavor were not what I would expect at this price point. For what they charge, I expected fresh, well-prepared dishes, but the overall quality didn’t match the cost, leaving me disappointed.
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Hampton
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 April 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and great service! So worth a try, but will need patience for parking.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Persian, International, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 525-1520
Website
https://www.kookoodc.com/
Dress Code
Business Casual
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
3310 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010
Area
Washington
Cross Street
14th Street NW and Park Street NW
Parking Details
Public Lot
Public transport
Columbia Heights Metro and Bus 52, 54, and 59,
Additional
Vegan

FAQs

Portions at Kookoo are generous, guests frequently note generous servings, with many parties leaving with leftovers.

Sunday lunch is a standout, guests specifically praise a Sunday lunch visit for delicious food and a lovely atmosphere, and Saturday early afternoons are also noted as pleasant.

Yes, Kookoo is frequently recommended for couples, with guests celebrating Valentine’s Day and praising its intimate, conversation-friendly ambience.

Kookoo usually feels relaxed, multiple reviewers noted low attendance or that the dining room was empty, while a few others describe lively conversation at the bar, so expect a generally calm dining room with occasional livelier moments at the bar.

Kookoo offers a warm, intimate vibe, tasteful Persian artwork and fresh flowers set a cozy scene, with dimmed lighting, pleasant background Persian music, and an easygoing, welcoming sense throughout the dining room.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished-but-relaxed attire rather than anything formal.

For a relaxed, lovely visit, try Sunday lunch at Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge, guests report a delicious Sunday lunch with attentive service and a pleasant ambience.

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Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge

4.7

$30 and under

Persian

Washington

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2 people

3 Nov 2026

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge

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Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge

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Sunday Night Wine Special

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