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 had a great experience, the service and food quality were amazing. I got the best fish kabob and I can’t compare it with any other restaurant. The food was very tasty, good quality, good quantity and overall 10 out of 10. I will definitely visit again.“

“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.“

“Kind of a hole in the wall place with high prices but the food was so damn good, and they give you so much if it. Very good value. Meat was so tender and seasoned well, rice was amazing. Mad at myself for not trying it sooner. Great place will definitely be back.“

“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!“

“I enjoyed the chicken and lamb combo plate. It came with massive amounts of rice and a clay oven backed bread. Loved it. The atmosphere was 3 stars for me due to the crowdedness of the layout. Too many tables and hence too many people in an open area. Also took awhile to get our food. Paid over $20 per person.“

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

“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.“

“Everything was amazing! I especially enjoyed their lamb shank, so tender and juicy, perfect with the rice. The dumpling felt like a signature of theirs, and the sauce was really good. Fish of the day was cooked well but felt a bit pricey compared to their other items.

Parking can be hard to find, I went during weekday lunch hours but had to drive around the neighbour to find a street parking.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“This place is awesome. The two lady managers are super friendly and very professional. They make the best recommendations and they are stellar at bringing new business in and keeping returning customers satisfied. The food is super tasty. I will tell all my friends about this 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.“

“The bread is to die for. Food is fresh delicious and sides are all perfect compliments to the main dishes. Eggplant and chickpeas are my fav sides :) It's my pleasure to support this and all family owned businesses in the area. 🙏“

“Their Afghan cuisine is ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY delicious! I ordered the grilled lamp chops and chicken/beef kabob platter. It came with 2 difference styled of basmati rice (plain and sessoned); alot of food and a good value! They also have a buffet. Oh and their sides spinach and chickpeas are scrumptious! I highly recommend this place...check them out!“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“I tried the kabob platter at Kabul Castle Kabob and it was a great Afghan meal. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, topped with sweet carrots and raisins. The kabobs were tender and nicely grilled, especially the chicken which was juicy and well seasoned. The meal also came with fresh bread, a crispy samosa, chickpeas, sabzi, and a fresh salad, which made the plate feel complete. The portions were generous, the quality was high, and the price was very reasonable for the quantity you get. A very satisfying and authentic Afghan meal.“

“This restaurant is definitely the best-kept secret in Woodbridge! We came once, and have never stopped coming. I came with a friend, and returned with my sons, and came back with my niece. I have eaten many South Asian cuisines, and none compares to this one. I can eat here all week and come back for the weekend. It's hard to decide on the best-tasting food here. The Rice Briyani is the best I've ever had anywhere. The lamb curry is so yummy! The chic peas are unbelievable delicious - melts in your mouth, we had to order extra to go after eating in! If you try the crab balls, you won't stop eating it. And the somosas - wow! Not to talk about the hot-fresh and fluffy naan! The menu is vast, and it doesn't matter what you order, it's finger-licking delicious. Plus the price is great, and the service wonderful! Anyone who goes there needs to salute the chef - he's cooking up "AMAZING"! WE WILL BE BACK!“