Opening hours
Closed · opens 5:00 PM
| Monday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Washington: 3:15 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (202) 388-1848 to confirm.
Location & directions
1451 Maryland Avenue NortheastWashington, DC 20002
About Daru
Located at 1451 Maryland Avenue Northeast in Washington, District of Columbia, Daru is an Indian restaurant. Our Washington guide covers 2,052 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Daru is open daily, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Available service options are takeout and dine-in.
Reservations are accepted; call (202) 388-1848 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Indian Restaurant
- Address
- 1451 Maryland Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
- Phone
- (202) 388-1848
- Hours
- Open daily, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 8 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Indian restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Daru’s weekday schedule with 37 other Indian restaurants in Washington. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:30 AM) and closes at 10:00 PM, in line with the typical 10:00 PM.
In total it is open about 35 hours a week, 26 hours fewer than the local median of 61. 95% of Indian restaurants in Washington open on Sundays, and Daru is one of them.
Compared with 37 other Indian restaurants in Washington that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Indian restaurants across the US
Based on 535 menus with 51,825 priced items from Indian restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $17.99.
We don’t have Daru’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Indian restaurants across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Garlic Naan | 68% | $4.50 |
| Mango Lassi | 67% | $5.00 |
| Gulab Jamun | 60% | $5.50 |
| Chicken Tikka Masala | 57% | $17.99 |
| Malai Kofta | 51% | $15.99 |
| Chicken Biryani | 49% | $17.00 |
| Butter Chicken | 47% | $17.99 |
| Tandoori Chicken | 42% | $18.00 |
Calculated from 535 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Planning
- Accepts reservations
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Daru there are 37 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 102 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (21), Cafes & Coffee (15), American (7), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (6).
Competition is light: 2 other Indian restaurants are within a mile and 25 within three miles. The closest is Nanglo, 0.2 mi away.
41 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Chicken & WingsChick-fil-A< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeTony's Breakfast< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsDistrict Alley0.1 mi
- PizzaPizza Hut0.1 mi
- ChineseChina House0.1 mi
What to expect at an Indian restaurant
Indian and South Asian restaurants serve curries, tandoori dishes, breads and rice from across the subcontinent, plus Nepali, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Sri Lankan specialties. North Indian dishes – butter chicken, tikka masala, naan – are the most familiar, while South Indian restaurants focus on dosas, idli and vegetarian thalis.
What to order
- Butter chicken or chicken tikka masala – the mildest and most popular curries
- Dal and chana masala – hearty vegetarian staples
- Biryani – spiced rice layered with meat or vegetables
- Garlic naan – baked in the tandoor
Good to know
- Spice levels are adjustable; “medium” varies widely between restaurants.
- Weekday lunch buffets offer the best value.
- Mango lassi helps cool things down if a dish turns out spicier than expected.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Daru's opening hours?
Open daily, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Is Daru open on Sunday?
Yes, Daru is open on Sundays: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Where is Daru located?
Daru is located at 1451 Maryland Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20002.
What is the phone number of Daru?
You can call Daru at (202) 388-1848.
Does Daru offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Daru, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout and dine-in.
Does Daru take reservations?
Yes, Daru accepts reservations.
Is Daru open late?
Yes – Daru is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Daru?
There are 102 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Daru. Nearby options include Chick-fil-A (< 0.1 mi), Tony's Breakfast (< 0.1 mi), and District Alley (0.1 mi).
Are there other Indian restaurants near Daru?
2 other Indian restaurants within a mile. The closest is Nanglo, 0.2 mi away.
How much do Indian restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 535 menus with 51,825 priced items from Indian restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $13.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $17.99.
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