Malai in Washington
About
Malai in Washington's Cardozo area is a vibrant ice cream shop that promises a delightful experience with its unique South Asian-inspired organic ice creams. This place has earned a solid 4.2 rating on Google for its inventive and delicious flavors, perfect for both family dinners and solo cravings. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between fashionable and casual, inviting everyone to relax and enjoy. With inclusive policies and amenities such as a restroom, the shop proudly welcomes all, including the LGBTQ community. Whether you're in the mood for dine-in, takeaway, or enjoying your treat outdoors, Malai offers a variety of service options to cater to your needs. For those days when you prefer staying in, delivery is also available.
Cuisines
Indian
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
Atmosphere
Fashionably, Casual
Best for
Family dinner, Solo dining
Parking
On-street parking, Paid parking, Free parking
- Indian
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Casual
- Family dinner
- Solo dining
- On-street parking
- Paid parking
- Free parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Kid-friendly
- Pets allowed outside
- Toilet
- Welcomes LGBTQ
Reviews and Ratings
Write a reviewAmazing choice of flavors- top notch and totally surprised by this cute lil ice cream shop! Stopped by around 10:30pm and this place was still packed and popping! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Rose with cinnamon toasted almonds - I died having this… tried my friend’s masala chai and sweet milk as well and loved the masala chai. Sweet milk to me was a bit boring- literally tasted like sweet milk. There are so many gelato and ice cream places in DC, but this one definitely is my favorite so far
Tried masala chai, carrot halwa, and peda! All three were delicious. Looking forward to coming back to try the other flavors.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Malai?Malai is located at 1407 T St NW, 20009, Washington, Cardozo, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Vermont Av NW & U St NW (626 m walk)
- Bus stop 14th St & P St. NW (665 m walk)
- Bus stop 11 St NW & Rhode Island Av NW (721 m walk)
- Subway station U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo (310 m walk)
- How is Malai rated by visitors?Malai has an average rating of 4.3 based on 280 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- Does the venue have outdoor seating?Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.
- Is the venue pet-friendly?Malai is pet-friendly, but pets are allowed only in outdoor areas.
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