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!!“

“To those who are looking for a delicious, fresh and hygienic food, this restaurant is for you.

As you all know, there are lots of kabob restaurants, and I personally tried most of them. Flame Kabob stands out with the most delicious, fresh, authentic, and hygienic food, generous portions, and it’s the most budget-friendly restaurant ever!

Their food has the best flavor and an aroma you will definitely enjoy with every bite. You might think about placing another order immediately, because you will eat your first order in a heartbeat! Yeah! It’s that delicious, I mean it!
Just a note, all dishes on the menu are Mom’s special secret recipes.

Besides, the restaurant is clean and has a unique warm and cozy atmosphere. Everyone is absolutely friendly and kind, with a positive attitude where you will feel quite welcomed.

Once you try the food here, you certainly will become a regular.“

“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.“

“VA Kabob House is absolutely amazing! The kabobs are incredibly delicious—perfectly seasoned, juicy, and cooked to perfection. Every bite was full of flavor and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The service was just as fantastic as the food: friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making the whole experience even better. If you’re looking for great kabobs and outstanding customer service, VA Kabob House is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“What a delightful experience! The food was outstanding, the service was wonderful, and late on a Sunday night we had a slow and quiet dinner - it was perfect start to finish. We had the assorted dumplings and the Afghania flight (so much food!) and every single thing had its own flavor profile and every meat was perfectly tender. So so good. Try something new and spend an evening at this wonderful restaurant!“

“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.“

“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.“

“In a world where customer service is scarce, this place goes above and beyond to make you feel welcomed AND appreciated. It’s not fake! It’s not forced, it’s just an amazing positive environment.
The food: phenomenal. I’ve frequented the restaurant a few times in the short time I found them and everything I’ve had is SEASONED to perfection. I’ve had the chicken, beef, and lamb kabobs. Whichever meat you prefer to eat, choose that! Cant go wrong with any of their kabobs. I had a dish with meat sauce and rice, and a few different sides. My favorite side are the potatoes. Those potatoes are made with love!
Overall, if you’re thinking about trying this place out, go for it!! If you don’t know what to try, just ask them!“

“Absolutely worth the drive from Pittsburgh! We traveled all the way just to experience the food at Bonjon Rumi, and it did not disappoint. Every dish was full of authentic flavor, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented. You can truly taste the quality and care put into the food.

The atmosphere was welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive, making the entire experience even better. It’s rare to find a place that makes you feel the journey was 100% worth it—but Bonjon Rumi definitely did.

Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates great taste and genuine hospitality. We’ll gladly make the trip again!“

“Actually - really good kebab. Good vibes. Great sides. Like a really solid kebab place, although parking is a bit of a pain in the butt, but like the restaurant is absolutely …. Chefs kiss when it comes to what you want out of a kebab place.“

“Best Kabob House in the town.“

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

“🍛 Food
I found the food to be flavorful and authentic. The dishes were well prepared, and the portions were satisfying.

😊 Service
The service was good and attentive, which made the overall experience enjoyable.

🪑 Ambience
The ambience feels a bit dated, and the seating/booths could definitely use an update to match the quality of the food and service.

⭐ Overall
For me, it’s a great place for the food and service, but with some improvements to the interior, it could be even better.“

“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.“

“Great service and a wonderful experience. I first visited this restaurant almost two years ago, and it’s impressive to see how much it has improved since then. The restaurant feels refreshed, upgraded, and very well maintained.

The management clearly puts great effort into maintaining high standards-10/10 to the management team for the excellent work. Highly recommended, especially for Iftar.“

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

“I visited Timorian before when it had the previous owner, and I recently came back after the new management took over. I can honestly say there is a big difference. The new owner, Abdul Bari, and the staff were very welcoming and kind, and the customer service was excellent. The restaurant was very clean and the atmosphere felt much nicer. The food was fresh, delicious, and full of flavor. You can really tell the new management cares about quality and about their customers. I know there are older reviews from before, but the restaurant now has new ownership and truly deserves another chance. I definitely recommend people come try the food and experience the improvements themselves!“

“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.“