Afghan Restaurants near Springfield, VA

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“We had never tried Afghani food before, and I am so glad we did. The staff was so friendly and helpful with any questions we had. They recommended the Mini Taste of Arocostia for our first time. Everything was FANTASTIC!!! The food was cooked perfectly. The service was great! We never had to ask to have our beverages filled up, because they were already on top of it before we had to ask. They packed all our leftovers into boxes for us for our way home. We will definitely be going back!“

“This place is delicious. We only had a few days in DC, so we had to be selective where we ate. I don't think I've ever had straight Afgan food, but this place didn't disappoint. About 1/3 of their menu is vegan. They were very accommodating for vegan food, they made modifications even without asking.

If you are vegan, don't miss this gem if you are in DC.“

“The best restaurant in the DMV area! amazing halal food and 10/10 customer service! �“

“These are my Afghans so I don’t wanna ruin their reputation. But just giving my personal review. I have been to this restaurant 3-4 times now. Previous visits was good so kept coming. But my most recent visit they got one of the orders wrong so they had to send it back. Took too long. We almost cancel that one because everyone else was almost finished with their food and the food didn’t come almost 30-40 minutes. Also, this time I found a little bit of hair and I just wanted to inform them about it and they didn’t seem to apologize or offer a new plate or anything. They just said all of our people wear head coverings when I brought up that I found hair. From then on out, I lost my appetite. I usually order the ice cream as well, but my appetite was ruined.“

“It was worth the drive from DC to this VA to eat at Arlington Kabob’s. Not only was the food amazing but whom I believe to be the manager or owner, was exceptional, his customer service was excellent! Will definitely recommend and will be back.“

“This place took the number one spot for best meat in DC. We got the Afghani Platter which was like a full 5 course meap that was totally worth it and filled us up and more. Their lamb is so incredibly tender and just falls off the bone so well. incredibly perfectly cooked steak as well. Just 10/10 no notes. Would come here again!“

“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 best authentic afghan food in the greater Washington area. My family and I host a lot of social gatherings and we have tried other afghan restaurants but for authentic cuisine and friendly afghan customer service there’s no beating Dunya. The owner (Mr. Abbasi) is a pleasure to do business with and extremely honest and more than fair in all his dealings which makes him our go to guy for all our families catering needs.“

“Excellent kabobs, we had the lamb and vegetable and also the lamb shank. The platters are very generous with a whole plate of rice and a whole nan and side dish. Food ordered at counter and brought out to you. Staff are efficient and very pleasant. There is complementary tea besides water . Dine in tables utilitarian but kept clean.“

“Bonjon Rumi is honestly the most authentic Afghan food I’ve had in the DMV area. Everything from the flavor of the kebabs to the perfectly cooked rice reminded me of home. You can really taste the love and care that goes into every dish.

What made it even more special was how welcoming everyone was. The owners actually came by our table to greet us personally, which meant a lot. It felt warm and genuine, just like being back home with family.

I’m so grateful to have found this place. Definitely coming back again soon!“

“wonderful gem of a spot! delicious cocktails and food. extremely knowledgeable staff“

“Best Kabob House in the town.“

“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.“

“Daud and his family give the best service. Treating you as a part of their family. Always making you feel welcome and thankful that you chose this restaurant. I've worked in restaurants for almost 2 decades and this is one of my favorite. Best flavors! You can choose anything on the menu and leave satisfied.“

“I have been coming to this establishment for 4yrs now. A friend stopped by here and grabbed food before the club and she let me have some, and I have been coming back ever since. It’s family owned too which is wonderful. This place has the BEST lamb kabob on the east coast! I have been to about 8 businesses in this state alone and none have come close. Their chickpeas side are incredible. And my favorite platter to get is the Lamb & Fish combo. I dream about this food! lol. I don’t get to come as often as I live deep in NW DC so traffic can make the trip an easy hour drive. But on payday I like to make this trip because I honestly can’t get enough of it. The lamb has no chewy fat lingering, the fish is juicy and well seasoned, the tandoori bread is one of my favorite, and the chickpeas are well cooked and seasoned with a little spicy kick. I wouldn’t recommend going anywhere else for traditional afghani food.“

“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.“

“Came on our trip to Virginia from MI after seeing all the wonderful reviews
It did not disappoint! Wonderful Qabuli, dumplings so flavorful and absolutely the best I’ve had Qabuli Plau, Bamian Platter. Such a gem on our travels.
Essa is the best host and friendly thank you Essa!“

“Timorian Restaurant offers absolutely delicious food with amazing flavors — especially the Qaboli and Qabergha Dagh! The service is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Their ice cream is a perfect way to end the meal. Highly recommend for anyone who loves authentic Afghan cuisine!“

“The best breakfast in town! The food simply delicious. Highly recommend it.“

“Kabul Castle Kabob is a solid spot if you’re craving flavorful Afghan food. The kabobs were juicy and well seasoned, the rice was perfectly cooked, and the bread and sides rounded out the meal nicely. Portions are generous, the service is friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere is casual and unpretentious — perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Definitely a place I’d go back to for a satisfying, hearty meal.“