Middle Eastern Restaurants near Reston, VA

“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!“

“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 😂“

“I’ve been to a couple of Afghan Kabob restaurants but this one was truly really great and tasty. The food was delicious and the customer service was the best. I highly recommend trying out Fairfax Kabob!“

“I had a fantastic experience at Grill Kabob! The food is consistently top-notch, with the chicken and lamb combo being my favorite. The flavors are rich, and the ingredients are clearly of high quality. My only critique is that the cashier didn't seem particularly happy.“

“Staff are very friendly and food arrived fairly quickly! We loved the baba ghanoush and large flat breads (similar to pita). The falafel and lamb kabobs were also a favorite of our table. The prices were extremely reasonable and the portions were large! This was our first time trying Iraqi food and it was enjoyable.“

“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 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“Best all you can eat during Ramadan! Authentic Syrian and Lebanese food for the serious foodie! Best kibbe! Well worth my taste buds!“

“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.“

“I love it here. I wish I took pictures. But I was just so happy the entire time I forgot. Everything about Saba is beautiful. The food is amazing. The people are kind and sweet and happy to have you there. Our waiter was Hamza. He was wonderful and helpful and so sweet. Whenever anyone asked me any question all I could say was “I’m so happy”. Because truly, everything was lovely. I cannot wait to come back. I will be telling everyone I know about my very happy experience here.“

“Delicious food, tasty bread.“

“MobyDick offers an outstanding dining experience. The ambiance is cozy, the service is attentive, and the food is both delicious and beautifully presented. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a great meal in a welcoming atmosphere.“

“My guests loved the chicken 65! Great customer service!“

“We frequent this restaurant as takeout for office meetings. It is a casual option for middle eastern food and the quality is consistent. My rating of "4" reflects relative to other similar restaurants.

While we enjoy kubideh kabob, chicken kabob and ground chicken kabob -- I find the chicken is always the most tender. The basmati rice is very tasty as well.

The pita bread is very fresh and tasty. The hummus is a good addition to the bread.

All in all a reliable and good choice for a casual middle eastern meal“

“Great food and service! Thank you.“

“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.“

“Was good experience .. we had good time & we enjoy the food“

“Great people, and delicious food.“

“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 👍🏼“

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

“It was a nice Afghan restaurant with delicious food and cousins. I loved the food especially the Qabele Palav.

The staff was great, the Afghan tea after dinner was wonderful with pastries. I recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to try Afghanistan food.

Nice work👍

A small suggestion, please work more on your interior design 😜“

“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 gone twice and both times have been amazing. There is a good variety of flavorful food to choose from. I love the chicken kabobs. They are so good and juicy. But my favorite is the rice. I'm not familiar with all the names but every type I've tried has been good. On top of the great food is the friendly and welcoming staff. This is some of the best kabob I've had in the area. And to have a buffet lunch is a dream come true.“

“Best Kabob in the town, love it.“

“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!“

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

“All good .Nice staff. Great bread“

“Food is always great and the staff is friendly!“

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

“The food of this restaurant is very delicious“

“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 love Pakistani food and I’m always seeking good, authentic Pakistani eats, but they’re very hard to find. I came here one evening to try their chicken Seekh kabob and it was excellent! The perfect mixture of spices, flavor, and heat. I also got a side of chick peas and like the kabob, they were great too! Since I was trying to eat somewhat healthy, I got a small salad and it was nicely made, with fresh veggies. Their mint yogurt chutney was bland and basic and far from anything I’m familiar with, so that was a bust. And the customer service from the guy they had running the cashier was pretty bad too. I noticed that around the time I was leaving a different guy came up who spoke better English and was friendlier and I saw his interaction with guests, which was so much better than the first guy’s.

Overall, I’d return and hope for better service. I’d definitely give 5 stars if it wasn’t for the service I got and witnessed others getting from the first guy.“