Malabar

Malabar is a new upscale coastal Indian restaurant by Ashok Bajaj (of Rasika fame) located at 4465 Connecticut Ave NW in Washington, D.C.'s Forest Hills neighborhood, focusing on seafood and flavors from India's Malabar Coast, known for its spice trade history, and it opened in early January 2026, replacing the former Rosedale. It offers an immersive experience with craft cocktails, coastal appetizers, mains like Goan Halibut Curry, and a U-shaped bar for gathering, bringing a unique seafood-centric Indian concept to the D.C. dining scene