Efesus Mediterranean Cafe
20937 Ashburn Rd #125, Ashburn
(571) 831-3521
Customers' Favorites
Zucchini Patties Mücver
Begendili Spicy Chicken
Chicken Adana Kebab
Fettuccine Alfredo
Kofte Sandwich
Albanian Liver
Homemade Bread
Chicken Kebab
Rice Pudding
Shrimp Shish
Soup and Salad
Yayla Soup
Yayla soup, a comforting blend of creamy yogurt, mint, and rice, offers a nourishing start to your meal, capturing the essence of traditional Turkish cuisine.
Strained Lentil Soup
Our lentil soup is a hearty blend of red lentils, aromatic spices, and fresh vegetables, simmered to perfection for a warming and nutritious start to your meal.
Greek Salad
Our Greek salad is a vibrant mix of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, Kalamata olives, oregano, and feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty olive oil dressing.
Caesar Salad
Indulge in our Caesar salad, where crisp romaine lettuce meets crunchy croutons and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan, all tied together with our rich, and house-made Caesar dressing.
Coban Salad
Finely chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, green, red peppers, onions with olive oil dressing and lemon juice dressing.
Hot Starters
Albanian Liver
Discover the rich flavors of our Albanian liver, sautéed to perfection with a mix of onions, peppers, and bold spices for an unforgettable experience.
Cheese Rolls
Indulge in our cheese rolls, flaky pastries filled with a blend of rich cheeses, that and perfect for a savory treat.
Calamari
Enjoy our calamari, lightly fried to golden perfection, and served with a tartare sauce for dipping.
Zucchini Patties
Taste the goodness of our pan-seared zucchini patties, a crispy yet tender delight made with fresh zucchini, and herbs.
Falafel
Dig into our falafel and crispy chickpea patties paired with a tahini dip for an authentic Middle Eastern bite.
Beef Sucuk
Spice up your meal with our beef sucuk and succulent sausages seasoned with a unique blend of spices for a taste that's unforgettable.
Spicy Chicken
Get the best of both worlds with our spicy sautéed chicken. Served with a side of cooling tzatziki sauce to balance out the heat.
Baked Eggplant
Oven baked eggplant served on top with tomato sauce and greek yogurt.
Cold Starters
Hummus
Our hummus is a smooth and creamy blend of fresh chickpeas, tahini, and aromatic spices, served with warm pita bread to kick off your culinary journey.
Babaganoush
Delight in our babaganoush, a smoky and creamy blend of roasted eggplant, tahini, and garlic, served with warm pita bread for a flavor-packed start to your meal.
Tzatziki
Dive into our tzatziki, a refreshing blend of Greek yogurt, cucumber, and garlic, perfect for dipping or as a cool complement to any dish.
Şakşuka
Savor our Turkish-style şakşuka, a medley of sautéed vegetables in a rich tomato sauce, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite.
Spicy Ezme
Awaken your palate with our spicy ezme, a fiery mix of minced tomatoes, peppers, and herbs for those who crave an extra kick.
Mixed Cheese Plate
Mix of fresh mozzarella, süt diyarı and feta cheese.
Tabbouleh
Finely chopped tomatoes, onions, and herbs, mixed with bulgur.
Mixed Appetizer Plate For 1
Served with cheese roll, falafel, tzatziki, hummus, and ezme.
Mixed Appetizer Plate For 2
Served with cheese roll, falafel, tzatziki, hummus, and ezme.
Lamb Entrees
Adana Kebab
Adana kebab, a skewer of medium-spicy minced meat, perfectly grilled, and served alongside flavorful bulgur.
Hünkar Beğendili Lamb
Beğendili lamb is a dish that combines tender meat with an eggplant puree and is served with white rice.
Lamb Shish
Savor the tenderness of our lamb shish and expertly grilled skewers of lamb served with a side of white rice and vegetables.
(Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, eggs, shellfish, or seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.)
Lamb Chops
Delight in our lamb chops, perfectly charcoal grilled and seasoned, and accompanied by a side of white rice and veggies.
(Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, eggs, shellfish, or seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness.)
Lamb Shank
Indulge in our lamb shank, slow-cooked in tomato sauce to fall off-the-bone perfection, and served with a slice of roasted eggplant and white rice.
Chicken Entrees
Chicken Adana Kebab
Chicken Adana kebab, a skewer of medium-spicy minced meat, perfectly grilled, and served alongside flavorful bulgur.
Begendili Spicy Chicken
Experience the layers of flavor in our spicy chickens, served on top of eggplant puree, and accompanied by white rice on the side.
Chicken Shish
Enjoy our chicken shish, juicy skewered chicken grilled to perfection and served with a side of white rice.
Chicken Steak
Sink your teeth into our boneless chicken thigh, expertly cooked for maximum juiciness, and served with a side of white rice.
Chicken with Yogurt
Chunks of spicy tender chicken sautéed with fresh tomato sauce and served over chunks of pita bread and Greek yogurt.
Efesus Chicken
Chicken thigh sautéed with vegetables in creamy sauce and served with white rice.
Seafood Entrees
Bronzino
Savor the delicate flavors of our bronzino, grilled to perfection, and accompanied by a fresh salad and seasonal veggies.
Shrimp Shish
Delight in our shrimp shish skewer with vegetables, and grilled perfectly served with a side of white rice.
Shrimp Stew
Juicy shrimp expertly pan-seared with a mix of aromatic herbs and spices. Garnished with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon. Served alongside white rice.
Salmon
Perfectly cooked salmon, served with salad and vegetables.
Beef Entrees
Çöp Şiş
Grilled beef filet mignon skewers are served on lavash bread with bulgur.
Köfte
Grilled ground beef patties served with white rice and sumac-onion.
Sac Tava
Thinly sliced beef, pan-seared seared cooked with fresh tomatoes, onion, green pepper, and herbs. Served with white rice.
From the Oven
Lahmacun
Turkish pizza, lahmacun is a delightful, thin, and crispy flatbread topped with a savory mixture of minced beef and finely chopped vegetables and herbs.
Beef Flatbread
Canu-shaped, topped with seasoned, and mixed with tomato, pepper, onion, garlic minced beef, creating a harmonious blend of savory, and hearty tastes.
Mozzarella Flatbread
Crispy base topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese, creating a gooey, and stretchy experience with every bite.
Beef Sucuk Cheesy Flatbread
A crispy flatbread topped with spicy beef sucuk, melted cheese, and herbs for a savory, flavorful bite.
Beef Sucuk Pizza
This pizza features a crisp, golden crust topped with richly flavored beef sucuk, melted mozzarella, and a tangy tomato sauce.
Margherita Pizza
This pizza is a classic and simple combination of tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
Sauteed Beef Flatbread
Canu-shaped flatbread, seasoned, and mixed with thinly sliced beef and mozzarella.
Burger & Sandwich
Beef Burger
Seasoned beef patty, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and spread of mayo. Served with french fries.
Chicken Burger
Featuring a tender and grilled chicken breast seasoned to perfection. Topped with crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and a creamy mayo dressing, all nestled within a soft, and toasted bun. Served with french fries.
Köfte Sandwich
Finely ground beef and lamb, mixed with herbs and spices. Served in a warm, bread with lettuce, and juicy tomatoes.
Falafel Sandwich
Chickpea patties, mixed with herbs and spices. Wrapped in a bread with lettuce and tomato. Served with fries.
Pasta
Manti
Discover the comfort of our manti, delicate dumplings filled with seasoned meat, and served with Greek yogurt on the top.
Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta
Savor the creamy richness of our classic fettuccine alfredo, featuring tender pasta enveloped in a velvety, and garlic-infused Parmesan cheese sauce. Customize your dish with an additional choice of protein for a satisfying meal.
Side Order
French Fries
Indulge in our crispy fries, golden and salted for that irresistible crunch, and flavor you just can't get enough of.
White Rice
Savor our fluffy rice and a simple yet satisfying side that complements any dish with its aromatic grains.
Bulgur
Discover the wholesome goodness of dried cracked wheat, a staple in Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Side Vegetable
Steamed and grilled seasonal mix vegetables. (Can be vary)
Eggplant Puree
Delight in our eggplant puree, a smooth, and smoky blend of roasted eggplant, perfectly seasoned to elevate any meal.
Homemade Bread
Our fresh homemade bread
Ice Cream
Vanilla Ice Cream
Enjoy the timeless simplicity of our vanilla ice cream and a creamy scoop that pairs perfectly with any dessert or stands alone in its deliciousness. (3 Scoops)
Chocolate Ice Cream
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of our chocolate ice cream, and a scoop of pure cocoa bliss that's sure to satisfy any chocolate craving. (3 Scoops)
Raspberry Sorbet
Refresh your palate with our raspberry sorbet, a zesty burst of real raspberries blended into a smooth, and icy treat. (3 Scoops)
Dessert
Katmer
Indulge in our katmer, a sumptuous, flaky pastry filled with clotted cream, and pistachios, served alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert indulgence.
Baklava
Delight in our baklava, layers of flaky pastry filled with crushed walnuts, and soaked in homemade syrup, for a sweetly satisfying end to your meal.
Chocolate Soufflé
Experience the wonder of our chocolate soufflé, its fluffy exterior giving way to a molten chocolate center that oozes with every spoonful.
Rice Pudding
Find comfort in our rice pudding, a creamy blend of tender rice, milk, and a hint of cinnamon, for a simple yet satisfying dessert.
Tiramisu
Indulge in our tiramisu, a classic Italian dessert. Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and a dusting of cocoa create a rich, and creamy delight with a delicate coffee flavor.
Beverage
S. Pellegrino (Large)
Quench your thirst and elevate your meal with a bottle of S. Pellegrino, the Italian sparkling water known for its fine bubbles and crisp taste.
Bottle Water (Large)
One liter of natural spring water.
Yogurt Drink
A savory and refreshing beverage made from creamy yogurt and lightly salted to enhance its natural tanginess. Ideal for complementing your meal or enjoying it on its own.
Turkish Tea
Freshly brewed black tea.
Turkish Coffee
Our Turkish coffee is finely ground and brewed to perfection. Served with its characteristic foam on top.
American Coffee
Soft Drink (Can)
Juice
Vegetarian Entrees
Falafel Plate
Chickpea patties served with white rice and vegetables.
Mixed Vegetable Plate
Seasonal grilled vegetables served with white rice.
Mixed Entrees
Mixed Grill with Chicken Adana
Mix plater of chicken, lamb, beef köfte, adana, rice and vegetables.
Mixed Grill with Lamb Adana
Mix plater of chicken, lamb, beef köfte, adana, rice and vegetables.
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Recent Reviews
Efesus’ Mediterranean Cafe was an amazing experience! The restaurant was so clean, neat and organized! And the food was absolutely phenomenal! So yummy, delicious and healthy! I had the Caesar salad, appetizer platter with dips and the Sultan Chicken. Definitely coming back with friends and family.
October 2024
I had a wonderful time at the Efesus Mediterranean Cafe. The food is amazing, the service is outstanding, and atmosphere is very nice. I would come here agian with my friends and family. If it's your first time coming I would recommend the Efesus Chicken it's sooooo good!
October 2024
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