Middle Eastern Restaurants near Great Falls, VA

“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!“

“Thought I’d go by and give them a try today ,I ordered several different ones to see what was good and I must say the food was delicious and fresh! Can’t go wrong with any of them .Highly recommend!“

“The food is fresh and tastes great. The ambiance is relaxed. The music is knit too loud and good for conversations. The staff is courteous. This is a great place for a meet up for families, kids, friends and individuals.“

“10/10… I manage Sterling Smoke right next to them and this is absolutely our FAVORITE local spot for lunch and dinner. Shawarma is amazing and we love the new additions as well!!! Will be back, often 😂“

“First time recently at Ivy and I must say, what an experience. Food and ambiance were excellent, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Amanda made excellent recommendations for cocktails and really brought the entire experience together. Will definitely be returning with my lady to see Amanda again. Thank you. Five stars 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“Never disappointed!! The veggies taste amazing, the bread is perfect/not overdone, and the chicken is always so moist. I wish there was a larger seating area, but not a big deal. If I could change anything, it would be the music. Doesn’t fit the vibe.“

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

“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.“

“Delicious food, tasty bread.“

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

“The gentleman at the counter had wonderful customer service. We paid for our food even brought it to the table, which was very nice. It felt like fine dining, he gave us a bit of conversation and seem like such a pleasant gentlemen. I enjoyed the food. It was amazing. I eat every drop and the baklava ice cream with everything took a friend for the first time. My friend said he enjoyed it, and we will definitely be back again. I recommend this place highly if you love Greek food and gyros.“

“Great people, and delicious food.“

“Chicken and kubideh had good flavor. Barg had no flavor and tasted steamed. Changeh also did not have much flavor and did not taste like it was grilled. The setup was like a fast food restaurant but they had a tip being added at the cash register. Not sure what the tip is for when we are picking up take out.“

“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.“

“Been eating Moby dick for over 20 years now. They've managed to preserve the quality in everything except the pita. This bread is obviously now shipped in from a factory and not made fresh. I understand that y'all are expanding rapidly but I would ask that you bring back the fresh baked pita cuz this dry cardboard is tanking my experience“

“I eat at Grill Kabob regularly and it’s consistently good. My go-to order is the chicken platter with rice and chickpeas. The chicken is always well-seasoned, tender, and grilled perfectly. The rice is flavorful and the chickpeas are a great addition that make the meal even more satisfying. The portions are generous and the food always tastes fresh. Definitely one of my favorite spots when I’m craving a solid kabob plate.“

“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!“

“New location in McLean was modern and bright, very clean. They now gave a Market on the lower level. Food was yummy and fresh, hummus was a little different, not the smooth, great flavor as in the past; bland flavor. The restaurant was busy and there were several employees working, yet the wait time for the food was 30 minutes. I'm sure it will get better as the staff gets accustomed to the number of guests! Try it! Enjoy!“

“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!“

“Great food and service! Thank you.“

“Amazing. Amazing. Amazing.“

“Best delicious juicy bbq in the area with the right spices! Rice is cooked to perfect taste, the piece of butter they always add on top can easily be scooped out according to preference! The assorted salads are a great addition and very tasty. The humus is better than that made in Lebanese restaurant. I recommend everyone in the area to try it 👍🏼“

“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!“

“Tasty chicken kabob salad...planning to lose weight not taste of food....“

“If you have ever questioned whether or not there is a God, I implore you to eat at this restaurant! A delicious meal brought to me by an angel. After finishing my meal, I felt the unrelenting urge to call my mother just to tell her I loved her.“

“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.“

“I was in heaven eating the yummy food! I love the ground beef & rice!“

“The food of this restaurant is very delicious“

“Stopped in for lunch while getting some work done on my car. I had no expectations.

I got the lunch combo Chicken Naan Sandwich, fries and a soda. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area“

“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!“

“I spoke with a man named Taha to order a variety of Persian kebab, etc. for a Surprise Birthday Party and was very satisfied, as well as the 30 guests who attended and (most being Persian) on the quality of the food. The kebabs were tender, the rice was good quality and the extra sides very plentiful. I would highly recommend this for a large gathering because the price was very reasonable and service very customer friendly, especially ordering from Taha. Kudo's to him and all his help in making this special birthday even more special and worry free for me.“

“Delicious, tender, succulent 🍖 cooked fresh for you. It may take a bit to wait, but trust me, the wait will be worth it. 🤤

Atmosphere is hip and rizzy, service is with a smile. The 🎶 that ________ to ___ here is Teri Meri by Andreea Bostanica. 😉🙏🫶

Nom nom nom! 🤪🤪🤪“

“Hidden lebanese gem in Rockville! Craving Lebanese Food- try this place out and if it's great day, walk around the area- lots of small shops (including a Matcha Cafe next door). The food came out faster than expected and the taste was fresh and flavorful. We got falafel which was not bad - almost like homemade, the kofta was really good..Great grill flavor and the meat shawarma was on point! Fresh, hot bread won us over to come back again! Parking is a bit trickly - street parking and a nearby garage.“

“I just stopped in here by chance because the chain store restaurant next-door was cold, but I’m so glad I did. This is authentic, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine homemade. in fact you can see in the image that grandmother is cooking over an authentic grill and a ceramic oven is used to make fresh homemade bread. I ordered the Gyro salad. And it’s delicious. The portions are large and the sauces are amazing. They have a green sauce that is excellent. In addition to the tzatziki. From the minute you walk in smells good. It’s warm. It feels authentic with grandma cooking. The salad was very fresh and the gyro meat was delicious. I highly recommend this place. The prices are reasonable too.“

“Last couple orders, they have given us hardly any bread. Not sure what has changed.“

“Freash and tasty food i like combo beef and chicken mix“