Aracosia McLean

4.8 (1982)

$30 and under

Middle Eastern

1381 Beverly Rd, Mc Lean, VA 22101

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Aracosia McLean

4.8

$30 and under

Middle Eastern

McLean

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Vegetarian-friendly

Our newest restaurant, Aracosia McLean, is the sister restaurant to Bistro Aracosia in DC, and Afghan Bistro in Springfield VA.

Tom Sietsema of The Washinton Post has acknowledged Afghan Bistro as “The area's best Afghan Restaurant”.
Yelp's top 100 restaurants in The US awarded Afghan Bistro the honor of 3rd best in the country.

Bistro Aracosia has been acknowledged by Forbes magazine as 1 of 50 best restaurants in the nation for Vegetarians, and awarded The Washingtonian's "100 best restaurants".
Aracosia accommodates any diet and is proud of taking cooking back to its origins.
Chef Sofia Masroor diligently ensures top grade cuts of meat and the freshest produce. Food at Aracosia is prepared with love. No artificial ingredients MSGs or preservatives are used, nor do we cook anything with nuclear such as microwaves and pre-made stations.
Full Bar, extensive Wine and Beer menu.
Come and experience authentic afghan cuisine.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan, Afghan
Phone number
(703) 269-3820
Website
http://www.aracosiamclean.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Sofia Masroor
Catering
Please contact us at 703-269-3820

Location
1381 Beverly Rd, Mc Lean, VA 22101
Area
McLean
Cross street
1381 Beverly Rd, Elm Street
Parking Details
Public garage, we are located on the second floor.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.8

(1982)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Middle Eastern

Review summary

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Aracosia McLean delights with "excellent food and service," offering a menu rich in vegetarian and vegan options. Guests rave about the "amazing" lamb and beef dishes, "generous portions," and "welcoming" atmosphere. Although service can occasionally be slow, the "attentive" staff and "delicious cuisine" make it a "go-to" restaurant in McLean.

1,982 Reviews

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Vicki
Southwest Florida32 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, Aracosia was fantastic. Four of us thoroughly enjoyed the Mini Taste of Aracosia at lunch. There was nothing mini about it with its four plentiful stews (including two hearty vegetarian dishes), two kinds of rice, and a grilled lamb chop and piece of filet mignon for everyone. To say that every morsel was scrumptious is an understatement, and the value was excellent. In addition, the service was outstanding. We could not have had a better lunch anywhere!
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scott Gold
Washington, D.C. Area23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite restaurants. Great food, great service
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Ann
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great variety on the menu. Excellent food and service.
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Behiye
Washington, D.C. Area13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aracosia never disappoints, it has plenty of vegetarian/vegan options. Service is always great and Jonathan was no exception. It was nice to see the restaurant packed too.
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Arthur Gold
Washington, D.C. Area259 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All excellent as usual—we go often. We get pumpkin dumplings, chicken Aracosia and the mixed platter with Valrvn Zinfandel
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Elie Gold
Virginia21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the food and the service was good. It’s a good place to visit
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Thea
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 22 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing! Everything we hoped it to be. Same with the lemonades. Absolutely delicious! The service however was more than lacking. 4 sodas were brought out, only 3 straws, our assigned waiter said he will be back with the missing one. He never was. All beverages and glasses were slammed down on the table. 2 people had beer cans, both fizzed over when opening, covering the table with beer. During the meal we hardly saw him. At some point we flagged another waitress down to order more drinks, that’s when our original waiter came back and lectured us that we had to order with him, he was our assigned server (would have loved to, buddy). The ordered beer was again slammed on the table so that it made a mess when opening. I am inclined to attribute this to bad depth perception or so, but it felt intentional. At the end of the meal 3 of us asked for takeout boxes for the leftovers. He even confirmed “so 3 boxes”. He brought 2 boxes and disappeared. We made it work with 2 boxes only to struggle to get the lid on the container. That’s when he came back “oh it’s the boxes, not you” and made fun of how customers always struggled with this and only then gave us the correct, fitting lids. We found this very peculiar and it gave the impression that it was intentional that he gave us the wrong lids first. We were glad to pay and leave.
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Emily Gold
Washington, D.C. Area71 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wanted to try this place for quite awhile and it did not disappoint! Next time I will try the menu which walks you through many different items but this time we ordered separately. I got the beef and chicken platter with rice, carrots, and raisins. Very generous portions- will be enjoying it again for lunch! Great wine menu and lots of choices for vegans/vegetarian guests. Dumpling appetizer was great with each of the different types. And everyone was so welcoming!
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Lori
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for a special occasion, and they were fantastic, as usual!
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Barbara Gold
Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious meal last night. The service was a bit slow but they brought us without asking a salad for our table of four to show their concern that they were a bit slower than usual. Very classy and appreciated. A wonderful restaurant. The food is always delicious and it is a comfortable place to have an enjoyable evening!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Vegetarian / Vegan, Afghan
Phone number
(703) 269-3820
Website
http://www.aracosiamclean.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Sofia Masroor
Catering
Please contact us at 703-269-3820

Location
1381 Beverly Rd, Mc Lean, VA 22101
Area
McLean
Cross street
1381 Beverly Rd, Elm Street
Parking Details
Public garage, we are located on the second floor.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Aracosia McLean does welcome private parties, the restaurant accepts private-party bookings, and guests note the staff readily accommodates groups and celebrations.

Portions at Aracosia McLean are consistently described as generous, many guests say they left with leftovers or were able to enjoy additional meals from what they brought home.

Yes, Aracosia McLean is a popular choice for date nights and anniversaries, with a cozy, intimate atmosphere, attentive service, and a thoughtful wine list noted by guests.

Yes, families and children visit Aracosia McLean; reviewers describe dining with grandchildren and large family parties, and note kid‑friendly nonalcoholic drinks like the sour cherry rose lemonade.

Yes, Aracosia McLean offers outdoor seating; guests report dining outside on the restaurant's outdoor tables/deck and enjoying a pleasant breeze while they eat.

Aracosia McLean feels warm, cozy and elegant, Afghan-inspired décor, Rumi quotes on the walls, soft lighting and sitar music create an intimate, welcoming dining room with quieter tables available.

Business casual is the guide at Aracosia McLean, aim for neat, polished comfort rather than formal attire.

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Aracosia McLean

4.8

$30 and under

Middle Eastern

McLean

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 26 times today

Aracosia McLean

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Aracosia McLean

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