Celebrate the First Ever Butter Chicken Festival in the DMV (DC/Maryland/Virginia Area)!

A Week-Long Celebration of a Beloved Dish to Support World Central Kitchen!

Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with some of the DMV’s top restaurants, all serving their unique takes on Butter Chicken—from the classic dish to exciting fusion twists! This delicious week also supports Chef José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen (WCK), a non-profit providing meals in response to crises worldwide.

From October 13-20, visit participating restaurants (listed below) to try their special Butter Chicken dishes and support a great cause. A portion of all sales will go to World Central Kitchen

PLUS, don’t miss the book signing with Monica Saigal on October 20 at Fairfax County Library. Monica will be signing her new children’s book, Papa’s Butter Chicken, featuring a foreword by Chef José Andrés!

Sign up for the Book Signing event here

Let’s come together for food, community, and giving back!

Participating Restaurants

Casa Teresa
Address: 919 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-856-7979
Special Dish: Spanish-Influenced Butter Chicken


Celebration by Rupa Vira
Address: 44260 Ice Rink Plaza, Ste 120, Ashburn, VA 20147
Phone: 571-281-2233
Special Dish: Butter Chicken Spaghetti


Chiko
Address: 423 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Phone: 202-558-9934
Special Dish: Sesame Butter Chicken | Chiko Chilli Crunch


Commonwealth Indian Restaurant
Address: 11900 Market St, Reston, VA 20190
Phone: 703–956-6166
Special Dish: Classic Butter Chicken


Cranes
Address: 724 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-525-4900
Special Dish: Butter Chicken with Picada


Karma Modern Indian
Address: 611 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-898-0393 Website: karmamodernindian.com
Special Dish: Nirvana 37


MITA
Address: 1280 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: 202-450-4155
Special Dish: Dish TBA


Pappe DC
Address: 1317 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-888-8220
Special Dish: Pappe’s Special Butter Chicken


Passage to India
Address: 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 301-656-3373
Special Dish: Classic Butter Chicken


Rangoli
Address: 4906 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 301-656-4444
Special Dish: Special Butter Chicken


RASA
Address: 1247 First St SE, Washington, DC 20003
Phone: 202-804-5678
Special Dish: Butter Chicken Burrito


Taco Bamba
Address: 10629 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032
Phone: 571-395-8280
Special Dish: Butter Chicken Taco

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