Afghan Restaurants near Fairfax, VA

“excellent fooood. just tried it. very gooooooooooood!!!“

“Picked up different type of combos for the family and we really enjoyed the food. Owner was pleasant to talk to and packed our bags with fresh bread. I had the chicken/lamb combo and it was delicious. The chickpeas are excellent as well. Would highly recommend and will be back.“

“Grill Kabob Express is one of the best places to enjoy delicious Afghan food! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The restaurant has a welcoming atmosphere, and the customer service is outstanding.

A special thanks to Yousef he is an amazing person, very kind, professional, and always makes customers feel welcome. His friendly attitude and excellent service make every visit even better.

I highly recommend Grill Kabob Express to anyone looking for authentic food, great service, and a wonderful dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“We came based on the amount of good reviews and it didn’t not disappoint! Some of the best butter chicken and chicken tikka we’ve had! We’re not local but already planning on coming back.“

“From the moment I walked in, Massi and Isa were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and hospitable. Their customer service was truly exceptional and made the entire experience even better. The food was absolutely delicious and exceeded my expectations. I would recommend this restaurant a million times if I could! If you're looking for amazing food and outstanding service, this is definitely the place to go.“

“We just celebrated our daughter's 50th birthday at Zamarod. Food was delicious. I think we had everything on the menu, which is quite extensive, and each dish was incredible. Highly recommend!!!“

“Panjshir is one of our favorite restaurants. For years, we used to regularly go to their Vienna location but after it closed and we moved further out, it was a challenge to go to the Falls Church restaurant. With that said, we have missed their delicious food so we decided to brave the traffic and go. Even after all these years we were not disappointed. The quality and consistency of the food is exactly the same. I'm a vegetarian and their vegetarian offerings from kadu chalow to seib, plus several others are a vegetarian's delight. Their aush soup was delicious. My husband ordered an appetizer of bulanee kachalu and enjoyed every single bite of these fried potato and ground beef turnovers.
We definitely plan on going back.“

“Walking into Mazar Kabab truly felt like stepping back into Mazar, Afghanistan. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine Afghan hospitality that made us feel at home.

The food was outstanding—every bite was full of flavor. The fresh bread, baked in a traditional Afghan tandoor, was warm, soft, and exactly how I remember it back home. It was one of the best parts of the meal.

Even though we arrived close to closing time, the staff never made us feel rushed. They continued to serve us with kindness, respect, and smiles, making our entire evening enjoyable.

Thank you for preserving the taste, culture, and hospitality of Afghanistan. Mazar Kabab is more than just a restaurant—it feels like a piece of home. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for Afghan food and a truly welcoming experience.“

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

“Yummy! Yummy! I ordered from DoorDash, but I’m definitely gonna go there in person now as it was amazing 😋“

“Delicious kabobs and wonderful staff! Highly recommend!“

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

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

“Had a main dish for lunch the other day, and two small plates for dinner later in the week. Absolutely fantastic food. Tasty, unique, with an abundance of interesting Menu options to explore. And the proportions are very sizable. Highly recommended!“

“Was craving middle Eastern food and this cured everything I was craving!! Amazing prices too. The guy at the front (I think his name was Ahmed or Ohmed?) was very friendly and gave great recommendations. Super super helpful and they got a new customer. The spinach was so peak and paired perfectly with the rice. The chickpeas were perfectly seasoned and so so delicious. Ahmed recommended to mix the white and green sauce, it’s a must try. Perfectly cooked and spiced chicken. I never leave reviews but this place blew my mind. Don’t think twice and just go get it.“

“I ordered DoorDash had the Combination of Quabili Palau and Chalau, served with meat sauce and one skewer each of shami, chicken, and lamb kabob, and it was outstanding.

Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The Quabili Palau was rich and aromatic, the Chalau was delicious, and the meat sauce tied everything together beautifully. The kabobs were all excellent—the shami was tender and well-seasoned, the chicken was juicy, and the lamb was flavorful and perfectly grilled.

The portion size was generous, and the quality of the food was exceptional. The staff was friendly, and the overall experience was great. If you’re looking for authentic Afghan cuisine, I highly recommend this place. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“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.“

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

“I had a great experience, the service and food quality were amazing. I got the best fish kabob and I can’t compare it with any other restaurant. The food was very tasty, good quality, good quantity and overall 10 out of 10. I will definitely visit again.“

“Grill Kabob in Herndon Pkwy, VA
The chickpeas and chicken here are very good. Flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked just right. Portions are solid and everything tastes fresh. I recommend it. Quick, tasty, and consistent. Will be back.“

“I left my wallet at the reston location. I called the establishment and they secured my wallet until the next morning. Trustworthy, honest, and the most friendliest people I ever met.
Thank you so much and keep up the good work.
Plus the food is always phenomenal.“

“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!“