Iranian Restaurants near Potomac, MD

1 Moby Dick House of Kabob

4.3 Superb 41 Reviews

9812 Falls Rd #102, Potomac

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“The food and service at this place is always awesome. Especially the gentleman who runs the front of the house. His name is Marvin, and he's the nicest guy you could ever meet. If you want good food, pretty quickly, and like people in general, this is a great place to get it. I've become a regular customer and I love this place.”

2 Divan Restaurant of McLean

4.5 Superb 510 Reviews

1313 Old Chain Bridge Rd, McLean · 5.68 miles

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“Amazing food and terrific atmosphere. We went for Christmas dinner and there was something on the menu for everyone.”

3 Z Burger & Maman Joon Kabob

4.8 Superb 394 Reviews

18100 Georgia Ave, Olney · 11.97 miles

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“Our favorite place ! We live closer to a different location but the Olney one has our hearts. Our 4 & 2 year old love the food just as much as the adults. We recently had them cater a party for us and we will definitely be doing that again in the future”

4 Maman Joon Kitchen Tyson's

4.2 Good 193 Reviews

8048 Tysons Corner Center, Tysons · 7.02 miles

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“Absolutely delightful food, people, and atmosphere. My first visit was an urgent stop—I stopped in with a travel weary, overly hungry child who was quickly sated with delicious pastries. The gentleman behind the counter handled the situation so well. He turned our day around and wouldn’t even take payment for our food. I go back now as much as I’m in the area, and it’s consistently wonderful. The food is delicious. Despite being attached to the busy mall, it’s always clean and accommodating. The staff is friendly and has a welcoming attitude that makes it feel like a standalone restaurant where you can sit and linger a bit. Thank you for your kindness. I look forward to many future visits. 🙏🏻”

5 Joon

4.4 Superb 417 Reviews

8045 Leesburg Pike suite 120, Vienna · 7.32 miles

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“Exceptional Service. Culinary Excellence. Our dining experience at JOON was extraordinary, made even better by the exceptional service from our server, Yacine. His thoughtful recommendations, warm demeanor, and perfectly timed attentiveness made for an unforgettable evening. Even as the restaurant got busier, Yacine maintained his focus on us— a warm and welcoming touch that elevated the entire experience. Thank you! As fans of Persian cuisine and frequent shoppers at Yekta Market in Rockville— having recently tried our hand at making Persian dishes like Fesenjan at home— coupled with all of the culinary accolades— we had high expectations for JOON. It not only met but exceeded them. Mast-o Musir, yogurt dish with Persian dried shallot and rose petal, was exceptional— more elevated and nuanced than any we’ve had. The mushroom Khoresht stew with white truffle was another highlight, offering perfectly balanced flavors something hard to do with white truffles and a satisfying richness, complemented by the perfectly crunchy Tahdig, iconic golden rice crust. The braised lamb shoulder which Yacine suggested was the undeniable highlight of the meal I which each dish was excellent. Tender and flavorful, it was paired beautifully with texture. It’s a signature dish that rivals the best we’ve ever had, bringing to mind the legendary Bo Ssam pork shoulder from David Chang’s Momofuku— bold, unforgettable, and expertly prepared. The Gormeh Sabzi, short rib stew with its delicious sour depth, was excellent but couldn’t quite match the lamb’s showstopping brilliance. Two very minor points. While the food and service are exceptional, the main dining room lighting would benefit from dimming. A water filtration water system could make a big difference as well. JOON has firmly secured its place as a must-visit dining destination for us. We can’t wait to return and explore more of the menu.”

6 Moby Dick House Of Kabob Connecticut Ave,Kensington MD

4.5 Superb 34 Reviews

10506 Connecticut Ave, Kensington · 7.08 miles

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“We've been driving all the way down to Moby Dicks at the Kentlands, and then to the new Shady Grove restaurant, from Thurmont, MD. Yes, the food is that good! Now there's one in Frederick.���”

7 Amoo's Restaurant

4.1 Good 143 Reviews

6271 Old Dominion Dr, McLean · 7.35 miles

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“Absolutely amazing experience!!!”

8 Moby Dick House of Kabob

4.2 Good 42 Reviews

9902 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls · 4.53 miles

“This is by far our favorite kabob place! The meat is always cooked to perfection, the hummus is my absolute favorite it’s smooth and delicious. They also have a an outstanding catering service, always on time and the food is loved at every event I have! They have the best customer service and really go above and beyond for their customers!”

9 Darband Kabob

4.8 Superb 117 Reviews

765 Rockville Pike Unit E, Rockville · 5.36 miles

“I had an amazing experience at Darband Kabob in Rockville. The food is incredibly authentic and flavorful, the kabobs are juicy, perfectly grilled, and the saffron rice is light and aromatic. Portions are generous and everything tastes fresh. The staff is welcoming and the atmosphere feels warm and genuinely Persian. Easily one of the best Persian restaurants in the DMV and a must-visit if you love real Iranian cuisine.”

10 Marjan Carryout & Catering

3.8 Good 46 Reviews

155 Maple Ave W A, Vienna · 8.72 miles

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“First customer of 2019 here! Had the loobia polo, ghormez sabzi, and so much more. Everything was delicious and the service was wonderful! They're super friendly here and make you feel like family. I will definitely be coming back!”

11 Yekta Kabob Counter, Takeout only

3.8 Good 58 Reviews

1488 Rockville Pike A, Rockville · 5.5 miles

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“The restaurant has been closed but the market and kebab counter is still in operation. The market has a large selection of Persian and Turkish products. You can find unique tea that isn’t available in other markets. The kebab counter is pretty good. Definitely go check out the market.”

12 Alborz Restaurant

3.8 Good 161 Reviews

8417 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna · 7.26 miles

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“Great food at great prices and fabulous service…best in the DMV…”

13 Village Grill

4.7 Superb 83 Reviews

9899 VA-193, Great Falls · 4.47 miles

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“Receiving a BCI of 87, the Village Grill delivers reliable Mediterranean comfort food with plenty of halal and vegetarian choices, a solid kids’ menu, and approachable prices. It’s not fine dining, but as a neighborhood staple it checks all the boxes: good food, friendly service, and inclusivity. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, with indoor seating that feels cozy and an outdoor patio perfect for people-watching in Great Falls. Accessibility is wheelchair-friendly, parking right out front, and gender-neutral restrooms. The menu covers a lot of ground. Halal meats dominate the kebabs and gyros (~31% of all entrées), vegetarian plates are well represented (~16%), and several items can be adapted gluten-free, though there are no codes like GF or V listed—you’ll need to ask the staff. Kids get their own menu (~11% of offerings) with smaller portions like chicken tenders, gyro wraps, and pita pizza. Service is consistently friendly and efficient, whether dining in or picking up takeout. Prices run $10–20 per entrée, which is excellent value for the quality and portion sizes. Best picks: gyros, kebab platters, falafel wrap, and baklava for dessert. The Brodbeck Confidence Index (BCI 2.0) measures consistency across food, service, atmosphere, accessibility, and value, and translates that into a simple probability: an 87% likelihood that a guest will enjoy an above-average experience.”

14 Italiamo Kitchen

4.6 Superb 87 Reviews

15855 Redland Rd, Rockville · 7.11 miles

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“We used a Groupon to give this place a try and we were pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious! We ordered takeout — we chose both Italian and Persian items. The rigatoni, the dinner salad and the salmon kabobs were all well-prepared, great portion, very enjoyable. But the star of the meal was the Italian meatball appetizer, which could be a meal to itself. Let me say that my mother’s side is Southern Italian from outside of Naples, and was part of the immigrant generation 100 years ago that invented spaghetti and meatballs. I have never had a restaurant meatball that compares to our family recipe. Until now. This comes very close. Big meatballs, full of flavors, made with care, excellent sauce. I was so pleased. The decor is bright, the owners are friendly, the vibe is a warm neighborhood spot. It is a short walk from the Shady Grove Metro Station, on the other side of 355 from King Farm. This neighborhood has needed a place like this for a long time. Great meal, nice experience.”

15 Moby Dick House of Kabob

4.4 Superb 88 Reviews

3000 Washington Boulevard Cross Street:, N Highland St, Arlington · 11.07 miles

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“i thought I cooked good basmati rice. The rice I had there today kicked my rices butt!”

16 Shamshiry Express Kabob

3.1 Average 40 Reviews

8453 Tyco Rd g, Vienna · 6.21 miles

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“To start with Shamshiry in Tysons is still halal except for their steak. I asked them and they reconfirmed. I am sure a lot of you have been to Shamshiry , and their food has not changed since forever and it’s always so flavorful. I also love their newly renovated restaurant, it give such a nice feel to the experience. As always, the restaurant was full as usual and we added our name to the que. The new change is, this time they gave us a buzzer, something that I would love all the Muslim establishments have. It makes wait looks more reasonable. While we waited I saw live grilling from their kitchen which is in the wait area. The kitchen looked clean and the staff seem to look happy and enjoying what they do. After about 20-25 minutes wait our buzzer went off and we were promptly seated. We all love their Kubeida Kabob (Beef skewers) and every individual in the family ordered that. We also got cokes and small pitcher of Doogh. While we waited for our food, complimentary fresh baked breads (Roti) with butter, and spicy chutney was served. My boys love making the bread sandwich, by spreading butter, adding samak and a few drops of olive oil with a hint of spicy chutney and making it to a roll. While we enjoyed the self made rolls our food came out in a timely manner. Kubeidas were freshly made and the flavor was amazing like always. It was moist and juicy. If you like Doogh this is the place to get it. They make fresh Doogh with perfection in house. The wait staff was not readily available as the restaurant was full, but always responded back when asked for help. Shamshiry not only upgraded their restaurant but overall experience. Instead of serving pre-made bread they now bake their own bread. The wait buzzer is a good addition as well as it reduces the crowd near the counter. The water bottles are with the restaurant name engraved. It’s a nice blue bottle and for some reason the water tasted crisper. It might be in my head. The food is always on point and I’ve never had bad food there since 2006. If you haven’t been to Shamshiry lately, give it a shot. Be ready for long wait and not the best service, but the food is gonna make up for it. For all you bathroom lovers, you may not wanna come out of it, nicely upgraded with upgraded no touch faucet and dryer with real towels to wipe hands.”

17 Kabob Bazaar

4.2 Good 179 Reviews

3133 Wilson Blvd, Arlington · 10.89 miles

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“Good food. Been around for decades. Only issue is take away is served styrofoam and the rice tastes like styrofoam… why can’t they learn? Old owners hate change.”

18 Moby Dick House of Kabobs

4.4 Superb 64 Reviews

11431 Rockville Pike Suite A, Rockville · 5.56 miles

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“We've been driving all the way down to Moby Dicks at the Kentlands, and then to the new Shady Grove restaurant, from Thurmont, MD. Yes, the food is that good! Now there's one in Frederick.���”

19 Moby Dick House of Kabob

4.3 Superb 69 Reviews

105 Market St, Gaithersburg · 7.37 miles

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“It was good. Stellar option for a light dinner”

20 Maman Joon Kitchen

4.0 Good 126 Reviews

4531 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington · 8.41 miles

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“Absolutely delightful food, people, and atmosphere. My first visit was an urgent stop—I stopped in with a travel weary, overly hungry child who was quickly sated with delicious pastries. The gentleman behind the counter handled the situation so well. He turned our day around and wouldn’t even take payment for our food. I go back now as much as I’m in the area, and it’s consistently wonderful. The food is delicious. Despite being attached to the busy mall, it’s always clean and accommodating. The staff is friendly and has a welcoming attitude that makes it feel like a standalone restaurant where you can sit and linger a bit. Thank you for your kindness. I look forward to many future visits. 🙏🏻”