When it's hot outside it can be hard to find a meal that makes you feel good. This salmon entree is light, refreshing, healthy and a great summer option! With the marinated and charbroiled salmon, you will also enjoy our slowly cooked greens and saffron basmati rice.

Starting with dumplings is a must when dining at Aracosia McLean. We offer several varieties accommodating several diets. They can be filled with spicy beef, leek & scallion, pumpkin, mushroom, or stewed greens. Pictured here are our mantu, spicy beef dumplings.

Enjoy a meal with us alfresco style on our patio! This refreshing stew is perfect for the summer. Pictured here is our veal ryehaan stew with a garlic yogurt base, fresh basil and diced tomatoes. PC: Yelp reviewer, Monica K.

Surf & turf, but Afghan style. Our salmon and beef tenderloin are marinated overnight, charbroiled, then dusted with sumac for a delicious tang that makes your mouth water. This platter includes our roasted eggplant as well as two variations of basmati rice.

It can be difficult finding a restaurant with good vegetarian options. You don't have to worry about that here at Aracosia McLean! We have a whole page dedicated to vegetarian options and a separate vegan menu as well! Pictured here is our Nakhoud with Mushroom Sabzi Lawaan.

Aracosia McLean is closed on Mondays, but our other locations in DC & Springfield are ready to serve you for dinner! Join us on our beautiful patio at our DC location, Bistro Aracosia! It's only about 10 minutes away from our McLean location with the same delicious menu!

Who's excited for fall?! Enjoy the taste of fall with our flavorful, pumpkin dumplings! They are steamed to perfection, then topped with a minced beef and lentil qorma as well as our garlic yogurt, dried mint and a sprinkle of cayenne. We also offer vegetarian or vegan options!

Since summer seems to be sticking around awhile longer, try our chicken sabzi lawaan! It is a light and creamy yogurt based qorma with stewed greens and a refreshing garnish of fresh cilantro. With it comes our saffron basmati rice.

Our lamb chops are marinated, then charbroiled to perfection. Some of our guests tell us that these are the best lamb chops they've ever had! Come and join us for lunch or dinner to enjoy these succulent rib chops. We also offer shoulder chops for those who enjoy more marbling!

On Mondays we are closed, but don't worry! Our other two locations (DC & Springfield) are open for dinner! You can make reservations on OpenTable or by calling the restaurant. Pictured here is our popular qorma, Lamb Shank Moghuli with upgraded qabuli rice!

First timers or returning guests, if you have not tried our signature kabob, stop what you are doing and make a reservation! These lamb chops and beef tenderloin are a perfect weekend treat!

It's the season to enjoy anything and everything butternut squash. Our kadoo turnovers are a great way to start your dining experience. They are sweet and savory with the perfect crunch, paired with our garlic yogurt for dipping.

Comfort food, but healthy! Who knew that okra could taste this good? This plant-based dish is our Bamya Chalou with okra in a tomato based stew, served with saffron infused basmati rice.

Thank you to Tom Sietsema and the Washington Post for including us in the 2023 Fall Dining Guide. We couldn’t do it without the support of our guests and our hardworking staff! washingtonpost.com/food/interacti…

As the weather begins to cool down, this soup begins to sound more and more comforting. Our Bistro Signature Lentil Soup is hearty, healthy and delicious with options including beef, vegetarian or vegan! Enjoy as a starter, or pair it with some dumplings for a complete meal!

Don't feel like cooking tonight after the long weekend? Order takeout or delivery with us! We partner with GrubHub, UberEats and DoorDash! Our stews, dumplings, and even our kabobs reheat really well. And don't worry, we will include our complimentary bread and chutney too!

Add a touch of sweetness to your day with our qabuli rice, the national dish of Afghanistan. The rice is seasoned with caramelized onions and topped with sweetened, julienne carrots and raisins. Alongside is a skewer of our perfectly tender, charbroiled beef tenderloin.

Our sambosa are turnovers that are stuffed with minced beef and lentils, pan fried until crispy, then dusted with powdered sugar and cardamom. It’s a surprising and unique Afghan snack that makes for a perfect appetizer!

Try our quroti to begin your dining experience with us! It’s a traditional Afghan appetizer starting with Afghan flatbread, with a minced beef and lentil qorma, topped with a warm, savory yogurt, dried mint and a sprinkle of cayenne.

Please take a seat and join us without having to worry about deciding on which dish to order. We have a large menu with many great options, but with our Mini Taste of Aracosia you will get to try our favorite, and best offerings. Available for both lunch and dinner!