Karma Modern Indian | Karizma Modern Indian in Washington, DC

4.4(1,121)$50–100Washington, DC
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Rated 4.4 stars based on 1121 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers
  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Washington, DC • Price $50–100 • 4.4★
Karma Modern Indian | Karizma Modern Indian, located in Washington, DC, offers an Indian buffet experience. With a rating of 4.4 stars based on 1121 reviews, the restaurant provides dine-in service, no-contact delivery, and takeout options. The price range is between $50 and $100. For those seeking an Indian buffet in Washington, DC, this establishment provides dine-in, delivery, and takeout.

Good to know

  • Karma Modern Indian | Karizma Modern Indian has a listed address in Washington, DC, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.4-star rating from 1,121 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
611 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 898-0393
Today
12–2:30 PM
Price
$50–100
Rating
4.4 (1,121 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 32/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score32/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
7/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
0/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Budget-friendly pricing

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Trusted Rating

👍 4.3 weighted · 1,121 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.4 from 1,121 reviews(↓ 0.05 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,121 / 593 median
02,965 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
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1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.4) with the city average (4.26) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2965+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
12–2:30 PM
monday
5–9 PM
saturday
12–2:30 PM
sunday
5–9 PM
thursday
12–2:30 PM
tuesday
5–9 PM
wednesday
12–2:30 PM

Pricing

Price range $50–100
Price range$50–100

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsModerate noiseHappy hour specials

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Cozy Lively Trendy UpscaleIntimateRomantic

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutReservationsDeliveryOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Great cocktails Great dessert Great tea selection Great wine list

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Lunch reservations recommended Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

9 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chef Ajay's Butter Chicken$28.7591 mentions
  • Tandoori Chicken Tikka$19.5535 mentions
  • Grilled Lamb Chops$32.2021 mentions
  • Lobster Masala$73.6019 mentions
  • Dal Makhani$20.7017 mentions
  • Palak Paneer$27.6015 mentions
  • Chicken Chettinad$32.2012 mentions
  • Fennel Paneer Tikka$17.258 mentions
  • Kerala Fish Curry$39.106 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

21 items with prices
  • Fennel Paneer Tikka$17.25

    Tandoor grilled cottage cheese | fennel | peppers

  • Chèvre & Herb Naan$11.50

    Goat cheese | mint chutney

  • Amritsari Snapper$19.55

    Crisp red snapper | Greek yogurt tartar

  • Bhatti Murgh Skewers$18.40

    Char-grilled chicken | chef's spice blend | malt vinegar

  • Tandoori Chicken Tikka$19.55

    Grilled chicken | pepper blend | mint chutney

  • Kakori Kebab$18.40

    Macerated lamb pâté | ginger | green chilli | cloves

  • Grilled Lamb Chops$32.20

    Kashmiri chili new potatoes | spice glaze | (2 chops)

  • Lentil Soiree$27.60

    Kashmiri chili potatos | laccha parantha | mint chutney

  • Vegetables Korma$28.75

    Seasonal Vegetable stew with lemon rice

  • Spinach & Paneer Croquettes$28.75

    Mace scented tomato bisque

  • PALAK PANEER$27.60

    Puréed baby spinach | burnt garlic

  • Pindi Chickpeas$21.85

    Slow cooked chickpeas | onion | ginger

  • Paneer Pasanda$29.90

    Stuffed cottage cheese | peach | saffron sauce

  • Dal Makhani$20.70

    Lentil stew | fenugreek

  • Lobster Masala$73.60

    Lobster tail | beetroot poriyal | bell peppers | feugreek

  • Nariyal Chili Prawns$40.25

    Pan-tossed prawns | basil | cherry tomatoes

  • Kerala Fish Curry$39.10

    Striped sea bass | curry leaves | tamarind

  • Chef Ajay's Butter Chicken$28.75

    Fenugreek | hickory & clove smoke

  • Malvani Chicken Curry$28.75

    Stewed spring chicken | coconut milk

  • Chicken Chettinad$32.20

    Curry leaves | mustard seeds | coconut

  • Lamb Gushtaba$32.20

    Minced lamb meatballs | spicy gravy

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

1,121 reviews

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Karma Modern Indian | Karizma Modern Indian has a 4.4-star rating based on 1121 customer reviews.