Raaga Restaurant in Bailey's Crossroads - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Was visiting Shanandoah national park from DC and stopped here on a weekday for lunch buffet. Food- Limited variety but the food was very good. More veg options and that’s what surprised me. They serve fresh naan’s at table. The Naans are soft and tasty. The masala in curries were a bit too much and we felt heavy after some time. Just had to drink lots of water and some soda 😅. Service- The staffs are friendly and provide quick service. Cost- $15.99 per head.

I had an overall great experience! The dishes were flavorful, and the lunch buffet was very affordable—I only paid $34 for both my dad and myself. The service was quick, and the staff were very respectful. The only downside was that the food was a bit cold, still very flavorful. However, my waiter mentioned that the buffet offers many more options on weekends, and he recommended trying the weekend lunch special. I'll definitely be back to check it out!

Had lunch here on a weekday. Had lunch buffet. Nice tasty and authentic Indian food. The buffet had lesser varieties, but all were good. They constantly keep topping up the items. Naan was served at the table. It was also soft and well made. Very nice and friendly staff. Nice ambience and plenty of space for parking. Very clean and nice atmosphere. Overall enjoyed our lunch here.

The food was delicious. I could eat the buffet all day along.

They had a buffet going on. It was around 1:30 pm. There were not a lot of choices, but the flavor was good and still hot. The Nan was also good. I was full after 2 plates.

The best!! No restaurant has tender chicken tikka like theirs. All other items in their lunch buffet are delicious!

Nice The restaurant is large and the service is fast. I hope to develop the place by painting and updating the decorations. I would also like to change the carpets.

Friendly service Greated as we entered for a late lunch buffet. Very clean. Great atmosphere. The lovely smell of spices from the freshly prepared food filled the air. Ice water was served. We were asked if we wanted something to drink. We ordered a Taj Mahal. It was served quickly. There were three of us. We ordered another bottle. The buffet offered some salad and seasoning. There were choices of lamb, shrimp and vegetables. There was a pudding type dessert. There was also some cut up Mellon. We were also served two baskets of Naan. We all went back for seconds. If my stomach was bigger I would have gone back for more. We ordered two mango lassis to go. All delicious.

Too much cost for limited options. Not worth to try. Better avoid the place.

This place was okay. Food on buffet was average with not much flavor. Naan was brought to table and was hot. Butter chicken was only sauced option with meat and was too sweet for me.

Best Biryani and Indian food around Alexandria. Ordered Chicken & Goat Biryani’s and both turned out to be good. Malai kofta is a delish as well. Would recommend this place and Biryani is a must try.

Spinach appetizer was soggy and tasted like frozen spinach. The paneer was not at all what I expected and was dry. However, the staff was super friendly and kind.

They serve fresh and good food. But service time is longer

This is my go to place whenever I come to Fairfax and DC area for good food and ambiance. Chicken tikka, tandoor, palak paneer are my absolute favorites. I also love buffet on the weekend. Now I know they serve buffet everyday on launch, I am absolutely thrilled!

One of the best Indian restaurants I have ever been to. I love chicken momo and lamb chops the best! Great ambience and amazing service. Food arrived just on time and were really fresh and delicious. The price were reasonable. Naan was so delicate and smelled great! I would highly highly recommend if you are craving for just the right Indian cuisine.

We visited their buffet. The number of options were really great. We especially liked their Tandoori Chicken and Goat Biryani. Also, their bhel was good as well. Overall, we will surely visit again.

The food was great. I’m a big fan of Indian food and I’ve been to many establishments but this place had the best food

The dining room is bright and inviting. There weren’t many guests dining inside but it was a rainy Monday evening. They had a steady stream of pickup orders while we were there. The food was fresh and delicious, and there are many vegetarian options and quite a few are vegan friendly. They aren’t marked as vegan in the menu but the waitress didn’t mind asking the chef. The waitress was attentive but didn’t hover over us. Would definitely recommend and visit again.

Always drove passed Raaga but never thought of ever tasting their food until yesterday. OH MY!!!! What splendid food I have missed all this time. We had a home delivery that was well packaged; we ordered the Bread basket, Lamb Vindaloo, Salmon Curry, Aloo Mattar, etc. Everything tasted so delicious and refined. Portions were very generous, plus, the mango lassi had just the right sweetness and creaminess. Best Indian restaurant I have tried so far.

Each of our four vegetarian dishes were flavorful and distinct in taste from one another. The breads were freshly made. The Laccha paratha was a bit thick and could be improved. Papadums were served as a welcome appetizer. The mint chutney was a bit watery. The tamarind chutney could have been more flavorful. The palak paneer had very few pieces of paneer. These are all the points for improvement. But more importantly, every other aspect was just great! And I would definitely go back again. Next time I would try their roti. The ghobi aloo was so good, I’d get that every time!

I got my food to go and I didn't tip because I got my food to go plus I didn't have any cash. The kitchen brought my food out and the server look at me and just let it sit there for 10 minutes until another staff member asked my name and gave me my food. I WILL NOT BE BACK!!

I've been coming here for years now, for the buffet mostly. Service and food is always excellent and they have the best buffet variety and selections at a great price. This is the best Indian buffet for vegetarians looking for multiple options vs just the typical 2 or 3 sides. I am consistently able to enjoy 6-8 vegetarian options at Raaga

Very good if you’re craving Indian; not overly fancy. Would be good for groups. The cocktails were well done and affordable.

Disappointing. I went to Raaga for lunch on a Tuesday and ordered chicken tikka masala. It was hardly edible. The chicken was more like jerky; dry, tough, and clearly cooked about a week before and added to the sauce when I ordered the dish. Thankfully, the sauce was not merely as terrible. Lacking in flavor, spice, but edible with the rice. The Naan is not fresh, it’s rewarmed, but ok. I stopped by the restaurant because it advertised its buffet and I figured I could try several dishes to better gauge the quality of the restaurant. Mercifully, the restaurant does not offer a buffet and spared me further disappointment.

Stepping into Raaga Restaurant promises a journey into the rich tapestry of Indian cuisine, where vibrant flavors, aromatic spices, and a diverse menu come together to create a dining experience that, despite its culinary merits, leaves room for improvement in terms of cleanliness and air circulation. The culinary prowess of Raaga is undeniable. The menu unfolds a panorama of Indian dishes, each prepared with an evident commitment to authenticity and quality. From traditional curries to tandoori delights, the flavors reflect the essence of Indian gastronomy. The richness of the spices, the tenderness of the meats, and the variety of vegetarian options showcase the culinary skill and dedication to providing a true taste of India. The ambiance, however, is where Raaga encounters a notable challenge. While the restaurant exudes a certain warmth with its Indian-inspired decor, there is room for improvement in terms of cleanliness. On several occasions, the cleanliness standards did not align with the overall sophistication that the establishment aspires to portray. Tables, chairs, and certain areas of the dining space occasionally displayed signs of use that could detract from the overall dining experience. Additionally, air circulation emerged as a notable concern. The aromatic spices that contribute to the distinctive flavors of Indian cuisine, while delightful in moderation, can, at times, become overpowering in a confined space. Improved ventilation would go a long way in ensuring a more comfortable and enjoyable dining environment for patrons, allowing them to fully savor the culinary experience without being overwhelmed by lingering scents. Service at Raaga is generally attentive, with staff members displaying a welcoming demeanor. However, the occasional lapses in cleanliness and air quality impact the overall impression and could potentially be addressed through heightened attention to detail in maintaining the dining space. In conclusion, Raaga Restaurant stands as a culinary haven for those seeking an authentic journey into Indian flavors. The commitment to culinary excellence is evident, but addressing cleanliness and air circulation concerns would be pivotal for Raaga to truly realize its potential as a premier Indian dining destination. With a focus on elevating these aspects, Raaga has the opportunity to not only provide an exceptional culinary experience but also ensure a dining environment that complements the rich tapestry of flavors it presents.

The food was delicious! I tried everything on the buffet and there was nothing I didn’t like. The service was amazing as well. The waiters and waitresses were quick to keep everything clean and full. The atmosphere is nice, clean, and felt fancy while still remaining casual. I would definitely recommend and will eat here again!

We were a group of 5 and went there in October. The service was amazing. The food was delicious! We even asked for a receipe. I have never had Palak Paneer as awesome as here! The servers and the chef went above and beyond to cater to our needs. 😍

I love this restaurant, and so does my family. The food is great, and the service is attentive and friendly.

The wait staff were very attentive... the dining room was not full anyway. The goat biryani was delish. Tho where I'm from originally, the rice would be more fluffier (not 'sticking'). All in all, still delicious. The goat was tender 👍🏻🤤

Often used to eat lunch in Ragga restaurant until 2020. I returned yesterday with family , hoping to enjoy their fresh, varied buffet and hot nan. It was a total disappointment! The parking and the restaurant were empty from customers, no buffet. The lunch they offered for $16.99 per person, was served in aluminum small containers, the food was not fresh and the bread from the day before. The employee admitted that the ownership has changed. I will never return to this place or recommend it to any one. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g57722-d450664-r924245068-Raaga_Restaurant-Falls_Church_Virginia.html#

Clean, nice ambiance, wish the buffet had more options, good food overall.

Food was amazing and place was very clean and well kept inside , not a huge selection of food

Worst buffet! No taste in any of the item, they made very bland palak without panner, also they don’t have any starters other than samosa. I don’t know why this is so expensive. Bad dessert. Nothing tastes good. I think someone should inspect this place. It’s not at all worth it. Not at all what it’s shown on their website.

Great food, great ambience, amazing service and great quantity! I ordered momos, samosas, butter chicken and naan. I absolutely love momos. Service was impeccable, especially thanks to Vaisnavi and her service. Highly recommended for an authentic Indian dining experience! 🙏🏼

Delicious authentic Indian food!!! Roshan went above and beyond in making this a wonderful experience for us. He was attentive and quick with service, also very personable and charismatic.. which really made it feel like home. Highly recommend!!!!!!!

Real indian food and spicy when you want it to be. Love the green chillies and onion plus ginger in the mulligtwani soup. Prices are a little higher. My only suggestion is to add a real turka to the mulligtwani soup.

I have never seen any restaurants that mishandling food packaging like this place. I ordered on Uber eats and look what I got, they put all the heavy containers of sauce on top of each other, which turns out a disaster once I received my food because all the plastic containers were badly damaged and dripping everywhere inside the bag. My food was affected negatively. Whats more, they chose to pack food in a very breakable, thin weak bag and for my Mango lassi drink, again, they put it in an easy-to-spill, easy-to-break cup, which is absolutely noticeable to avoid if you have enough carefulness as a good restaurant!

Despite an ordering online issue (tip - have to go through Uber Eats - until then should update website) the folks at Raaga went above & beyond to make sure we got our food, and happy they did; it was delicious and spicy. Will order again!

One of best Indian buffet I have ever had. I can recommend it to people, the price is very reasonable compare to the taste of the food. Tried samosas and papdi chat in appetizers, they were really good. Main course had good options both for veg and non-veg. Kheer(rice pudding) in dessert was really good. In short I would say nothing was disappointing here. Food: 5/5 (impressive) Service:3/5 (not very responsive) Cleanliness: 4/5 ( restrooms required cleaning)

I met a friend for lunch on a Friday and was excited to discover their weekend buffet. Everything was delicious, service was friendly and kind. One of the best things is that this is a very quiet restaurant. It's very easy to have a conversation while enjoying the delicious food. Highly recommend.

Excellent authentic Indian menu, we enjoyed the Sunday lunch buffet today. Friendly staff, pleasant atmosphere.

We had Veg momos, Veg kofta and paneer kadhai with garlic naan. It was good and the ambience was nice.

The buffet is truly great. Wonderful indian food. I always enjoy coming here and have been to it many times. I’ve seen it change ownerships a few times and although I’m not a huge fan of the current interior color scheme i will say that the food has gotten better since the ownership switched and it took a brief dive.

Before any miss understanding I am leaving my honest opinion based on my experience most definitely was not expecting it to go this way Went here for lunch buffet on a Sunday with my family 3 kids 2 adults I got charged the same adult price $18 for my kids age 6,9 and 11 the food was very limited and unfortunately not so tasty options were salad ,celery and lettuce like 3 trays with rice and one tray butter chicken also the rest was peas,potatoes and rice pudding most definitely will not be coming back I left with the most painful stomach ache 🫤

Delicious food and friendly service! This is a favorite and you won't be disappointed.

The food is good and decently priced. Staff is nice. I wouldn’t consider it to be “formal” though, as in the description. The employees wear polos and most times I go there people are dressed casual. They also removed the white table cloths in recent times. Plenty vegetarian options. I had Chana masala it wasn’t as spiced as I was hoping.

Went to Raaga for Friday afternoon Buffet with the Family. They got plenty of parking paces and good services. Food was tasty , specially butter chicken and naan.

Primera ves visitando este restaurante..y me parece ser uno de los mejores en el area..

Nice friendly people Good indian food 😋 Parking is so easy, a lot of space You will not regret it

Food is always good here. Lunch special cannot be beaten, great price for a great amount of delicious food!

Our #1 favorite restaurant for Indian food. The food is fantastic; the staff is great; the environment is conducive to sharing with family and friends.

Very average Indian food. There was something amiss in all the dishes we ordered and a few starters did not feel freshly made

The food was very good, no complaints. Portion was large and filling.

Starting with the good/decent: butter chicken was a 3.8-4 out of 5. (I have had better but this was decent). I ordered 2 different naans and would not order again- 2/5 Chicken dumplings was not good 1.5/5 Goat biryani was tasteless-1/5 Overall rating: 2.5/5 I had high hopes for this place and bought a number of meals but it did not live up to expectation. I could be persuaded to get the butter chicken again but everything else was awful. Very disappointed as I spent >$70

I haven't been here in a few years and decided to go back...the food was still as AMAZING as I remembered!!! I drove from Maryland just to eat here!!! Will definitely be back again soon even if it's just for takeout!!!

yesterday we experienced Raaga has lost its old brand, taste and quality. you can say, they 'rubbed' our 50 dollars lawfully. Just waste ! NO. NOT AGAIN.

We went to Raaga for dinner last night. The food was fabulous, and I’ve never had such good bread. This place is a hidden gem. Go.

I had an excellent first time dinning experience here. The grilled meat meats were perfectly cooked and moist (even the white meat), excellent naan, and the mo mo (dumplings) were unique and definitely a “must try.” I also liked the nice balance of spices; just the right amount of flavor and heat, but not overwhelming. Staff were very friendly and prompt, clean setting, thought the decur could use some updating. I rarely give reviews but the current 4.1 star rating seems unjustifiably low. I would personally give this place a 4.7 based on comparable resturants in this location.

Even though we moved out of the area, we try to come back when we visit. The Lamb Rogan Josh is the best ever! BUT we’ve never had a bad meal here! Fresh and wonderful spices and ingredients are always in display. Apologize for the photo of empty plates but I always forget to take photos first.

My wife and I have been going here since 2001 and the food and service are always great. We are huge fans of the buffet (when it is available.) We always get the Butter Chicken and Aloo Matar.

Good place for people to get introduced to Indian food.

Food is the best Indian I've had. It's my go-to place for years. The restaurant could use an upgrade, but who cares when the food is great. Service can be a little slow, but all staff are super friendly.

I've only had the lunch buffet here and in my opinion, this is the best Indian lunch buffet I've had from my sampling of a few dozen. Staff are friendly, naan is always brought to the table in what appears to be a freshly cooked state (a nice touch), the chicken in the meat dishes is not overcooked like most places and is tender, sauces are always excellent and flavorful for me. I can't claim how authentic or not it is for those purists seeking some specific type of Indian and not some adaptation, but for this American, their food is absolutely delicious and I don't care otherwise. The spice levels are all pretty mild in terms of heat which is reasonably geared to a wider audience, so keep that in mind if you want heat, you probably need to go a la carte which shouldn't be surprising. My only remote complaint, if you can call it that, is that there's a bit of a game or chance as to which dessert offering they have that day for buffet. I love gulab jamun and it's not always there but it's forced me into trying some of their other desserts which have all been pleasant. Interior is clean and pleasant, usually a nice fairly quiet and relaxing place to dine. The decor is probably a little dated but I don't come here for the decor or view and there's nothing off-putting about the place at all.

Really wonderful food. Weekend buffet is an easy way to try Indian food if you have never had it. You will love the tandoori chicken, butter chicken, lentils, spinach and dessert.

Never go for a buffet here.Not at all worth the money you pay. The food is average.

Food is bland to me. Not many options for weekend buffet. I would prefer Mehran restaurant since the food is more flavorful. The place is not busy when I visit.

Worst Indian food...waiters or hostess didn't care much about their guests. Ambience below average. This place has lot of potential to improve if the owners wants it. But if they don't I believe there won't be any return guests.

Overall I thought it was fine. The chicken was made well, and mah tai was good, although my wife said it didn't really taste like one. I think for someone who doesn't know Indian food all that well, it's worth going. But won't be going back.

One of the best restaurants on the east coast... Period.

Pretty good lunch buffet. Solid all around.

Not a great place for indian food. Biryani was plain with no salt and pepper. All food served cold. Do not recommend

Great Food, was ready on time. Decent prices for what you get. All of us loved the food!

I ordered chicken curry and I got chicken tandoor

Raaga is truly an authentic Indian restaurant. The use of spices and exotic flavors in lamb, seafood, or vegetarian dishes is masterfully prepared. We live in northern Virginia and consider Raaga to be one of our favorite restaurants and a treasure.

Excellent palak paneer!! I ordered the basmati rice & they gave me a lot. Big portion of paneer too, so it’s really 2 meals! (only item for improvement may be only using paper vs plastic bag). Thanks!

Fantastic food, but we are dismayed at the current cost of the buffet. The cost of $19.95/person mskrs this a budget buster and we wont be bavk soon. A few months ago the price was $15.95. If inflation is at 8% the coat should have only gone up $1.28 - not $4.00. Pre-covid the buffet was $9.95. The price increase feels arbitrary and abusive.

The worst experience I’ve ever had, I love Indian food, but what happen was totally crazy, I’ve had a food poisoning, spend the whole night with a severe diarrhea with cramps, obviously the food was contaminated due to poor hygiene or expired lamb meat.

Good food and service. Fairly priced.

Good ambience , very quite . Ordered mutton dish but it was not cooked properly . Veg manchurian ok but could have been presented better

The food was cold, and food collection was a bit limited. Generally, enjoyed the experience.

Assorted Rotis basket was good, mushrooms and Mutter curry, and palak pannner were ok. Lassi was nice. Rice bowls with entree were tiny. Dining area is colorful.

Tastes bland! Doesn’t feel fresh. Worst Indian restaurant I have ever been. So so disappointed!

Great atmosphere, excellent food, drink and service. A beautiful family evening.

Avoid at all cost. 1. I have never seen so less options on a buffet. You can call it a self serve lunch/dinner but definitely not a buffet. 2. Out of 3/4 items (everything else was salad or other condiments) only the chicken tikka was "edible". Everything else was pure garbage. Shrimp biriyani smelled like dumpster and my friends got sick after eating. 3. Service is non-existent. We had to wait for about 10 mins for a glass of water. 4. There was only 1 Desert option. 5. The biggest problem was, they were taking forever to refil! So, if you can, avoid this 🥴

Good Indian food. Lovely dining room! Wonderful service. It's our go to place. Fancy without being expensive. The two of us spent $90; however, we could have fed four people.

Excellent food and large portions as well. It was an early dinner so the place was virtually empty. The food comes out fast so it was a great evening

First, the tomato soup is to die, sometimes I find myself ordering an entree for delivery just because I want the soup. I apreciate when I request extra hot, that it is actually hot. The spices are spot on, the curry sauce has a great consistency and the rice is always perfectly cooked. Superb.

For the last 2 years,the restaurant has been serving buffet during the weekends off and on.So glad ,they are now opened for buffett again.However,they only serve Buffett on weekends(used to be Fridays).We were pleasantle surprized that now they have weekday lunch specials,called ( Thali).It's an assortment of different dishes.They cover both veg and nonveg dishes.We thoroughly enjoyed the food.Hoping,their business on weekdays will pick up.We surely,will go again.

Limited choice !! Not traditional Indian buffet !! No choice on appetizer! Buffet serve on weekend .

* Smells bad * No salt * No spices except turmeric * No masala * 4 pcs for 7.95 (waste of money) Do not know whats the chefs secret spice, it just marinated in yogurt with turmeric that's it and cooked even without adequate salt. very disappointed and waste of money.

They treat their staff like slaves!

Soo bad experience, I never recommend this restaurant for food, I orde alo chat is dry chat, I order baryani u can see the rice of baryani and imagin the taste, I order salmon kabob it’s taste like boil salmon.it’s soo pathetic food.restaurant need to improve the taste service is gud but taste 👎🏻

Quality food prepared with care. Spices were delicious.

This is my family's favorite Indian Restaurant in the Northern VA area. Wonderful customer service and delicious food. We especially love the samosas and aloo matter.

I had a great experience here. Delicious food. Great service and wonderful staff.

Used to come here all the time before pandemic, food was not as good and choices limited this time.

The food was great and so was the service. I really enjoyed the experience.

Going to this restaurant after almost year and a half.Food has improved under new management.Staff are all wearing masks and tables are at 6 feet apart.Not many Indian buffet opened now.Buffett is only availabe Friday,Saturdays and Sundays from 12-3 pm only.14.95$ is the cost.So,if you like not spicy Indian food ,then do go here.

We went for the lunch buffet, which is only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 12:00 to 3:00 PM. Love the selections and flavor, especially the Butter Chicken and the Biryani Rice with lamb meat pieces. One thing that I observed was that people that came to the restaurant for take out from the buffet, were given the Nan Bread to go as well, but when I asked for the few pieces of bread that we have, the server refused and told us we could not take it and immediately took it away. I didn't want the bread to be wasted, so I thought we should take it home, but were told otherwise. So remember, eat all your Nan Bread, and if they offer more, like they did with us, say no thanks.

Luego de una tarde de muchas gestiones decidí salir a comer con mi hija. Buscamos alternativas y vimos este lugar. Muy lindo, limpio, ordenado y agradable atención. Menú muy, muy amplio. Pedimos varias cosas y todo estaba delicioso.