Afghan Restaurants near Fairfax, VA

“I’ve only done takeout here but this place is one of my default go-to places. I’m Korean so cannot speak to authenticity but the food is delicious, always hot and overall a great deal compared to the other places in Fairfax. I prefer the bone-in chicken and my husband prefers the lamb kabobs.“

“Came into today for the Chicken Kabob wrap.
Fresh off the grill. Spices & flavor were unreal. Atmosphere was great, nice clean place. It was one of the best lunches I’ve had in a long time. I’ll be back in next week. You can taste the authenticity. Highly recommended. They don’t skimp the meat, and they make it super fresh.“

“Absolutely my favorite lunch spot in Fairfax. I’ve been eating here for 5 years now and the place is like home.. friendly and loving staff with the Absolute most delicious kabobs (IMO).. The only downside here is I live in faqr co.“

“Love that the guy behind the counter felt the need to share some ethnic tv show from his country with the customers. It had women wailing and dancing . Of course he had it turned up at a robust volume so all could enjoy. 🙄
The food is good and decently priced.
The sidewalk outside needs washed. Icky.“

“I don’t have a lot of halal restaurants near me so I was so excited to hear of something like halal hotpot. The soup was delicious and the owner is the sweetest woman ever!! Me and my friends were new to hot pot but she came and checked in with us and helped us the entire time! Delicious food and kind staff :)“

“First time here today. The food was amazing! Service was excellent! ❤ I love Afghan food.“

“Really good food you won’t find anywhere else.“

“Super yummy Afghan food and very affordable! I got the kabob combo with steak and chicken for around $20 during lunch, and it was so flavorful and filling. The owner (I think) was the nicest uncle ever — he even gave me free Afghan soup while I waited for my food. The chickpeas and salad on the side were fresh and tasty too.

The place itself is clean and cozy, just like the name says — literally a corner restaurant with a warm, welcoming vibe. Also, the owner speaks Spanish fluently which was so cool to see! Definitely coming back!“

“The food is very homelike, great taste, generous size. Personnel are friendly.“

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

“Delicious kabobs and wonderful staff! Highly recommend!“

“This is a favorite personal stop for me and my family. We’ve been coming here for years and have never experienced a meal that wasn’t delicious. The food is wonderfully seasoned with tons of character and vibrant colors. The dish can evolve as you move from one side of your plate to another. My favorite dish, the Kadu Palow, is divided into a hearty beef stew, a well-seasoned rice, and an insanely delicious pumpkin. Each part of the dish offers a unique taste profile that goes from beefy to salty to a sweet with some yogurty-tang. It’s crazy how many flavors can live on just one plate and offer new experiences by mixing these taste ecosystems. Their decor is classy and a little fun with little die-cast cars lining the bar. The owner is super nice and always greets our family warmly. The restaurant is a staple in my life and their food has never failed to leave me heading home happy. If you haven’t been here, do yourself a favor and try the food.“

“So delicious! I am on the road most of the time as a real estate agent and always try to find new spots to eat at. The food is so flavorful, the staff is awesome, and I will be back next time I am selling homes in the area!“

“Have enjoyed the delicious dishes for several years. Whenever son from CA and son from TN come to visit they always want to return to Charcoal Kabob again. We miss seeing your family!“

“Very excellent customer service and food was amazing.“

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

“We went here to have Afghan food on our the way to the airport. We had Kadoo, lamb bowl, chicken wrap, and Kabuli palau. The food was amazing and the service was also very good. We didn't take any photos because we ate it quickly. Highly recommend if you're in the area.“

“The food at Mazar Kabob is absolutely amazing! Everything is full of flavor and freshly made. The portions are generous, you definitely get your money’s worth. On top of that, the staff is super friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. Highly recommend if you’re craving delicious Afghan cuisine!“

“I've been coming to eat at Famous Kabob for years and every experience has been awesome! The food is always delicious and fresh (I am obsessed with the bread), and the owner is a great guy, has always been super nice when I stop by. The lunch special (11am-3pm I believe) is such a good deal too! I highly recommend, one of my favorite places to eat.“

“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.“

“Flame Kabob in Springfield is excellent! We ordered the boneless chicken kabobs, and they were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The order was made exactly right, and the customer service was friendly, attentive, and quick. Everything about the experience was seamless. I’ll definitely be ordering from here again.“

“Nothing has changed. I enjoy coming to this Grill Kabob. This restaurant is located in Herndon, VA, off of Elden Street. The owner is always attentive and friendly, so welcoming that you'd think you've known each other for years. When I visit this restaurant, I usually order the kobeeda Chicken combo platter. It's one of their signature dishes. The portions or platter is enough for two people easily, and the two different rice combinations are a great tasting variety in this platter. The food is cooked over a flaming grill, slowly and meticulously, and it's fun to watch them prepare this great tasting combo platter. However, if you want to tantalize your taste buds; ask for the spicy sauce, I think it's for the pita bread for dipping. Yet, admittedly, it adds so much flavor to the meats (that is) if you let it soak in a little. But that's just my humble opinion. Like I said, the pita bread that is oven baked and so soft that I use it to dip into the spicy sauce as well. The pita bread compliments the meal. I can't imagine anyone nor enjoy this particular dish. So if you have a hankering for Mediterranean food, definitely visit Grill Kabob because you won't be disappointed.“

“Wanted to grab something quick at the mall on a weekend and decided to try this place out. The food was great, very good for a mall grab, portions were great, and employees were friendly. I got the gyro platter and will be back to try other items on the menu!“

“Yesterday was my 1st time visiting VA Kabob House here in Springfield. Being a fan of Afghan cuisine, I had to stop by as soon as possible. Their $11.99 Chicken Kabob Lunch Special advertised on the window had me drop everything I was doing at the moment, just to walk in and try their food out...and let me tell you....Their food is seasoned and flavored to perfection. Staff is very friendly and upon placing your order, you are offered a complementary plate of their chicken soup which is made from scratch..I ended up placing a side order of the soup and I finished everything on my plate in one sitting; kabob, rice, salad, chick peas, bread and all. I'm here again today ordering the same thing as I'm typing this review. I highly recommend VA Kabob House in Springfield, Virginia. anytime you are hungry, especially lunchtime...

One more thing....I don't really care for soup, but their chicken soup is really damn good and I'm not sure if other Kabob spots have their own soup, but VA Kabob House's soup alone is worth the visit, and is quickly becoming one of my favorite Kabob spots in all of Northern VA.“

“Friendly & efficient service! Great tasting food, check it out!“

“We love ordering their family meal. It easily feeds four for a full meal and more. Quick, high quality, delicious, and healthy. We’re regulars!“

“I have been coming here for years. The Food is always top notch and the customer service is even more amazing! One day I came out to the restaurant and my tire was donezo. The owner came out and changed my tire for me! Reston kabob proves there is still hospitality out there!“

“Highly recommended .. great service“

“Food was just perfect and the staff is very friendly. The lamb was just amazing!“