Middle Eastern Restaurants near Reston, VA

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

“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!“

“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 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“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.“

“Based on reviews, we stopped by. The food was cooked fresh and it is delicious. Also, the portions did not disappoint. I encourage, if you're in the Tyson area to stop by to get a delicious meal in take out or eat in. Note seating is tight. Enjoy.“

“Excellent food and friendly service.“

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

“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!“

“This is the best Moby Dick in the area, hands down. It's always clean & the staff always go above and beyond. The food is perfectly cooked and everything is delicious! I also want to specifically recognize Zack - he always takes amazing care of us & is truly the best! We'll definitely keep coming back.“

“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!“

“Absolutely fantastic restaurant! The food was delicious, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The Haneeth was the star of the meal, the meat was incredibly tender, juicy, and full of rich, authentic flavor. Every bite was satisfying, and the portion was generous.

The service was friendly and welcoming, and the overall atmosphere made the experience even better. If you love Middle Eastern cuisine, I highly recommend trying the Haneeth here, you won’t be disappointed! Definitely a place I’d visit again.“

“Wanted a quick snack before popping into work and SO glad I stumbled upon this NEW Afghan spot! Definitely gonna have to come back and try literally everything.. the portion size of the plates coming out the kitchen on top of the amazing smells like fresh baked naan, I already told the owner to expect me weekly!! The owner, Sharif (hope I’m spelling that right) was super kind, enthusiastic and excited to share his hard work with everyone after a year long wait. I’m excited to see what else is in store for this authentic, delicious spot!“

“We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Mazar Afghan Restaurant in Virginia! The food was amazing—fresh, delicious, and full of authentic Afghan flavor. Everything we tried was excellent, and you can really taste the care and quality in the food.

A special thank you to the young lady who served us. She was incredibly kind, respectful, friendly, and welcoming. Her service made our visit even more enjoyable. Everyone at the restaurant treated us with great respect and made us feel comfortable and welcomed.

It is not easy to find a restaurant where both the food and the customer service are this good. We truly enjoyed our time at Mazar and will definitely come back again with our family.

Highly recommended to anyone who loves authentic Afghan food, warm hospitality, and excellent service. Thank you, Mazar, for a wonderful experience! ❤🇦🇫“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Delicious food, tasty bread.“

“I recently tried the combo platter at Moby Dick, featuring lamb kabab and kobedah. The lamb kabab was definitely the highlight—the flavor was excellent and easily my favorite part of the meal. Unfortunately, I wasn’t a big fan of the kobedah because it was a bit too oily for my taste.

The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and the restaurant has a clean, comfortable environment with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. Price-wise, it’s a little on the expensive side, but overall, it’s a good place to try, especially if you enjoy their lamb kabab. I’d definitely come back to try some of their other dishes.“

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

“Great people, and delicious food.“

“Great food and service! Thank you.“

“Excellent food. My whole family loved it. Will return again.“

“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.“

“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 👍🏼“

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

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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“