Lapis
📍 1847 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
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Google: 4.5 • TripAdvisor: 4.5
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Lapis is a delightful gem located in Washington, D.C., offering an authentic taste of Afghan cuisine with a touch of Middle Eastern flair. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it a perfect spot for families, couples, or friends looking to enjoy a cozy meal. Diners rave about the hospitable service, with staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience. The menu features a variety of dishes, with standout items like aushak dumplings and lamb shank that consistently receive high praise. Whether you choose to dine inside or enjoy the outdoor seating, Lapis promises a culinary journey that will leave you wanting more.
Signature Dishes
- •aushak dumplings
- •lamb shank
- •shrimp dumplings
- •pakowra
- •mushroom veggie entree
- •sampler starter platter
- •rice pudding
- •ice cream
Overall rating 4.5 / 5 (1,894 reviews)
Google: 4.5 (1666 reviews)
TripAdvisor: 4.5 (228 reviews)
Customer Reviews
Good choice to try Afghan tastes. Almost everyting on the menu is worth trying. I suggest to start with dumplings and then continue with others. Wines served are good as well. Vegeterian starters plus rice is good to continue. Whether you take main dish or not do not miss the desserts, especially the rice puding or ice cream
Such a charming Afgan restaurant. The good was light and earthy and service was very pleasant. The portions are just right. The restaurant has outdoor sitting area. The non alcoholic drink selection is good. The borani could be little bit bigger and less cooked otherwise everything was great.
While I have had Middle Eastern and Afgan food before, I claim no expertise; that said, with expert and enthusiastic guidance from our server, we ordered various items, and everything was delicious and well-presented. They are known for their excellent dumplings, and I affirm they are scrumptious. The great service we received from our energetic and amiable server, Nevena, was fundamental to our overall excellent experience.
Good food, but -sadly- trashy, trashy service. Went to this restaurant for dinner with good friends. The food was awesome, but the service was trashy, sadly, to say the least. Just as we had enjoyed our meals and were finishing our drinks, a hostess approached us, saying, “guys, I have people waiting, sorry”, showing us the door! This was just enough to ruin our dining experience. I emailed the manager later and when I did not hear back, I called them to discuss our complaint. They said there was “a misunderstanding and poor communication with the hostess”. This is hard to fathom…If you don’t have hostesses who know how to handle guests properly, please do not run a restaurant!