Afghan Restaurants near Arlington, VA

“Best Kabob House in the town.“

“LOVE this place and probably won't ever be satisfied with a gyro anywhere else. They give you plenty of meat, and not only is it always fresh, the pita is always delicious and soft. Top that off with the enormous portion you get! It's easily enough to split with two people. I always take home my gryo and finish the second half as another meal. Service can't be beat. The place is owned and run by natives to the cuisine - which means delicious, authentic food each time. I took my brother for a visit, and he was raving about it for days afterward. A little out-of-the-way for me, but totally worth the drive!“

“Courthouse Kabob is an absolute gem! The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Their kabobs are perfectly seasoned, the portions are generous, and the staff is warm and welcoming. Whether you’re dining in or taking out, the experience is always top-notch. A must-visit spot for anyone craving authentic and delicious Afghan cuisine!
Arman!“

“We were visiting DC and wanted a quick bite late in the night. The food is absolutely delicious. The chicken kebabs melts in your mouth. The pita bread is fresh and hummus is delicious. The food was great that we decided to take out next day as well. Highly recommend the place.“

“The best Kabob I have ever had, whenever I want a kabob I travel from Silver Spring MD to be able to have it, where I live there is no kabob like this with that incredible flavor that makes it unique. We are a family of Latinos who love this food. In every bite you feel the love with which the food was prepared.“

“Awesome customer service and food“

“We had never tried Afghani food before, and I am so glad we did. The staff was so friendly and helpful with any questions we had. They recommended the Mini Taste of Arocostia for our first time. Everything was FANTASTIC!!! The food was cooked perfectly. The service was great! We never had to ask to have our beverages filled up, because they were already on top of it before we had to ask. They packed all our leftovers into boxes for us for our way home. We will definitely be going back!“

“Great place, nice music and definitely food was amazing.“

“Loved eating here. The restaurant smelled faintly of incense, which was a welcome ambiance. Tables are layed out well so it doesn't feel cramped. The space is nice and bright with beautiful decor. The staff were friendly and very attentive. Service was fast and the food was absolutely delicious! Loved every single thing I ordered:

Sheer chai — this tea had a nice balance of milk and sugar

Mantoo classic — these beef dumplings were full of flavor and served at the right temperature, hot but not too much to burn your mouth

Lamb shank — the sauce was packed with flavor and the meat fell off the bones. It came with rice that was a lovely buttery complement to the lamb

Sheer berenj — had this for dessert and it was very refreshing. It's not milky and the pistachios on top added a nice nutty flavor to the rice pudding

Green tea with cardamom — nice way to end dinner“

“The food at this restaurant is seriously tasty, and the staff is very friendly and professional. I must mention German in particular, as he made us feel so welcome and went above and beyond to assist us during our first visit. When we returned the second time, he remembered us. That’s a plus! I am definitely planning to revisit and will highly recommend to others. Rebecca“

“This place is beyond writing s good review. I used to be in college 22 years ago and it was the spot for everyone bc they have really good food and always generous. Recently, I took my son there after many years bc I moved away and now back in the area. My son loved it so much, this is our second visit in less than a week. The place is just as good as it used to be and they reason behind all the success in my own opinion is bc it managed by an excellent owner and his family. Really the food and the service is beyond your imagination.
As I was leaving, I spotted Moby dick across the street and I am confident to say, if you eat here, you would not eat Moby dick even if it was for free. Good job in keeping up the hard work and may God bless the owner and his family. We will see you guys again soon. All the love and respect to everyone that works there ??????“

“what were some of the highlights at big red halal you ask?? THE CHICKEN.. and the red sauce🤤“

“We were a larger party of 10 and had made reservations. Our table was ready for us when we arrived and the owner (I think) welcomed us.
Several people had been here before. There are options for everyone. I had the vegetarian sampler, which was delicious and flavorful. Everyone enjoyed their meal. The restaurant has great ambience with Afghan artwork and crafts adorning the walls.
Highly recommend.“

“wonderful gem of a spot! delicious cocktails and food. extremely knowledgeable staff“

“Trust me the taste is amazing it’s unbelievable i feel like im in kabul and eating this. Thank you so much from Afghanistan shawarma and burger for such a quality food.“

“Amazing food and service! definitely will be going back!!“

“Outstanding

I recently dined at Kabul Kabob Express, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The food was nothing short of spectacular, bursting with authentic flavors and perfectly
cooked. Each dish was a delightful journey into Afghan cuisine, with the kebabs being particularly outstanding – tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection.

The service was equally impressive, with the staff being both attentive and knowledgeable, making us feel warmly welcomed. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, adding to the overall wonderful dining experience.

Kabul Kabob Express is a true gem, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and memorable meal. I can’t wait to return and try more from their incredible menu!“

“Yummy chicken and pita bowl! The store was hygienic.“

“I’ve been coming here since 1999, and I must say, this place serves the best Kabob I’ve ever eaten. The food is delicious, and the sauces truly elevate the dish. The service is phenomenal, and they cook the food fresh on the spot. If you’re in the mood for a great Kabob meal and find yourself at Springfield Mall, you must try this place. I highly recommend the chicken—it’s amazing.“

“This is the best kabob place I have ever been to it’s awesome and the best food ever

Vegetarian options: Great chickpeas

Kid-friendliness: Great kid friendly food

Wheelchair accessibility: Extremely excess able“

“I've been a loyal customer of Flame Kabob in Springfield, VA for many years, and they never disappoint! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. If you're looking for a consistently delicious meal, this is the place to go!“

“I loved our experience at the restaurant. The food is very authentic.
Mr. Aman Allah is very friendly, welcoming and polite. I loved the Mantu reminded me of home. We ordered the family platter to go, it was worth it. I drove from NC to this restaurant.
Very great restaurant. The food is also very tasty. Thank you brother Amanullah..“

“Firstly, I’m not sure why there are so many bad reviews for this establishment. I have been eating here for over 15 years now and this is hands down the best place to eat in the food court. It takes 10-15 minutes on an average for the kebabs because they’re made to order and not just microwaved like many other restaurants that have come and gone. Try the Indian restaurant next to Chick Filet and you’ll know. You get chick peas, rice, fresh salad and a freshly baked naan bread with the order. The staff is incredibly courteous and polite. My go to place for lunch!“

“One of the best restaurants in the country, excellent food, terrific service and beautiful environment.“

“I'm usually eating at lunch which is sparsely attended, and thus staffed, but everyone is quite nice. My most recent lunch, Mantu, "ground beef and onion-filled dumpling, topped with fresh homemade yogurt, meat sauce and dried mint" was the best thing I ate that week. I imagine that one weekend the large dining room is crowded with families.“

“Food is consistently delicious and relatively healthy - particularly for the Howard University crowd that frequents the establishment which is across the street from McDonald’s. That said, I’m older (78) and don’t live around the corner. But I keep coming back (eight years and counting). I go for the chicken and salmon salads.

Vegetarian options: Lots of veggies, but the fresh salad is the bomb!

Parking: I park in the McDonald’s lot since I’m rarely there more than five minutes.“