best karahi i have in my life! awesome food!…read morevery authentic! open 24 hours.. very busy and noisy..

Stop the best in the DMV - by FAR. No one clones close to their chick peas. Open late…read more One downside: prices have gone through the roof. $21 for a kabob plate is rough. We used to go weekly, now maybe once a month.

High Protein, Strategic Eating…read more If you are navigating a serious health journey or, like me, currently in the middle of a "Biggest Loser" contest to start the year, Arlington Kabob is a strategic goldmine. Under normal circumstances, I would happily indulge in their fragrant basmati rice and that delicious, fresh-baked tandoori naan. However, staying disciplined requires a different approach, and the team here makes it effortless. The High-Protein Order Hack: I ordered the Chicken Shawarma platter but requested a total carb-swap. I asked to replace the rice and naan entirely with a double portion of vegetables. I went with the chickpeas (channa) and the sautéed spinach. The result is a nutrient-dense, high-protein win. The chicken is lean and perfectly charred, the chickpeas provide steady energy and fiber, and the spinach adds great flavor and micronutrients. The 50% Strategy: Even without the bread, these portions are significant. I ate exactly 50% of this platter for lunch, which provided an estimated 38g of protein and 450 calories. It is the perfect meal for someone who wants to feel satisfied but stay strictly within their caloric and macro goals. Community Inspiration: I have to give credit to local Northern Virginia foodie Mya Yoon. Her social media posts documenting her own health journey and "smart eating" choices inspired me to start looking at local menus through a more intentional lens. Following the modifications she shares online has been a game-changer for my own progress. Service & Vibe: The staff here deserves a specific mention. Despite my request to skip the core staples of their menu (rice and bread), they were helpful and happy to modify the order to meet my goals. It is rare to find a spot that is both a neighborhood staple for comfort food and a reliable partner in a weight-loss journey. Everything was delicious as always. If you are looking to stay on track without sacrificing quality or flavor, this is the place to do it.

About a 2-2.5: We were really excited to check out Arlington Kabob, as this place has been around…read morefor a while, and it seems to be a local favorite. We came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: +a Combo Platter for 2 - this came with chicken kofta, beef kofta, and a choice of chicken, lamb, or beef kabob - we went for the beef; for the sides, we went for the potatoes and the lentil soup, and for the rice, we went Quabli style Out of all the meats, we thought the chicken kofta had the best flavor; both the beef kofta and the kabob were just 'okay'; the beef kofta had a more game-y flavor - not sure if they had mixed it up with lamb first; the beef kabob was overcooked and dried out, more on the chewy end, which was not enjoyable. The Quabli-style rice didn't really enhance anything - the carrots were way too soft, and there were hardly any currants, which was disappointing. Potatoes were forgettable, as they were bland; the lentil soup was piping hot, but could have had more lentils - it seemed like just broth with just a spoonful of lentils in it. The white sauce was more dill-heavy and ranch-like which didn't complement the kabobs and the kofta at all. There was complimentary tea for those who dine-in, which was nice, but the tea wasn't steeped well and was too watered down. Staff were friendly, and there's limited parking in the tight strip plaza lot. +chicken kofta +game-y beef kofta +dried-out/overcooked beef kabob +avoid the Quabli style rice +friendly staff +limited parking in lot available

I had heard of this place for years and then I got to try it. The chicken and the naan were…read moreamazing. I will definitely go back

I usually have a good experience here. The service is typically very friendly, although the last…read moretime I went the staff member helping me wasn't particularly welcoming. That said, the food is really good. The curried chickpeas are amazing and one of my favorite things on the menu. The curried chicken is also very good, and I love getting the salad with the green chutney -- the chutney especially adds a lot of great flavor. It's not the cleanest place inside, but the food itself is tasty and keeps me coming back

I love mix appetizer platter Tabouleh, fresh falafel, humus , eggplant salad , dolma and you can…read moreadd more appitizer from the menu clean, friendly and not expensive

If you're looking for a yummy, healthy mediterranean bowl.. this is the best place to go!!!! They…read morehave got a good variety of salad/sides that are delicious and healthy. We ordered lamahcun (turkish pizza), doner bowls, red lentil soup and doner(meat wrap). All delicious!!!! People are very friendly too and the place is clean.

Just moved to the from Ballston to Courthouse and tried this Afghan kebab spot and it was great…read more Generous portions with the kebabs and sides when getting the "Kebab Combo for two." The Chicken stew (extra) and the eggplant were the highlight side dishes. Naan was nice and thick with a crispy crust. Extra sauce, no charge Used to be a regular at Kebab Garden on Quincy which was solid, this place definitely competes.

I randomly stumbled across this place and so glad that I did especially since I'm very rarely in…read moreCourthouse. The restaurant is nicely laid out with enough space and extremely clean. The wonderful lady at the cashier station walked me through the menu and gave me suggestions. I ended up going with the chicken and beef kofta combo platter and was not disappointed. It's a seat yourself restaurant and by the time I was seated, water and pita was provided for me while I waited for my food. The pita was fresh out of the oven and delicious. The food itself was very tender and well seasoned. I also got some eggplant on the side and ate that with the rice and meats.

Great food, fast friendly service. I arrived as they were opening for lunch and they offered a cup…read moreof soup while I waited for the kabobs to be grilled. Kabobs, rice, and chickpeas were all great. The plate came with a large side of naan.

The lamb is above average for most places in America but below average for this area. I would say…read morethe comparative strength for this place is seasoning and the sides, minus the bread which you could do better from ovening some store bought if you pick the right stuff. Very nice employees. Flirting with 2 stars for the price but not outrageous given the location + standards for kabob. Gave them the benefit of the doubt for the lunch special

Second time ordering from here. Both times I've questioned the prices for my orders, and this time…read moreit was about $27 total for takeout. Got the city kabob special and it came with naan bread. In my opinion, this is not worth almost $30 at ALL. Maybe $20 at most. Flavor is good, but meat was dry and the lamb was very chewy. Not worth the price point. Oh yeah...no sauce at all... so I ate everything dry lol I'll be looking for another spot after this.

Restaurant is tucked between a 7-11 and McDonald's but not difficult to locate. Ambiance is…read moreunassuming from the outside and welcoming as soon as you step inside. Stopped in to pick up two halal chicken meals and a bhindi masala vegetarian meal to go. Staff were super friendly and order was ready in no time - they were kind enough to offer a complimentary cup of soup while the order was being packed up - what a nice touch. The food smelled amazing the whole ride home! We warmed up the entrees with rice and channa (chick pea side dish) and thoroughly enjoyed both meals! Savory without being too salty and very filling. Sooo many additional items on the menu to try - definitely recommend a visit!

Who knew Kabobistan had brunch?! I'm a high protein diet kinda guy and this place did just that…read more You get a mix of Afghan brunch menu while also having their regular meat options available.

My friend and I stopped by for dinner last Tuesday. The interior is more casual. I ordered and paid…read moreat the front and they deliver the food to our table when it's ready in a cafeteria tray. A1 BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST KABOB - 14.95 The pricing for how much food I got is pretty worth it. My order came with 6 chunks of well-seasoned chicken breast cubes, a bed of seasoned rice with some sweetened, julienne carrots. The chicken was decent, nothing special. The rice was enjoyable on its own and the carrots added on top was a good touch. We also could choose a side with each order and I got the chickpeas, which was more on the saucy side that was quite delicious. The order also comes with a huge piece of bread that was pretty chewy and went well with everything else I ordered. Overall, solid option! The boneless chicken breast kabob was good, but nothing out of ordinary. The pricing here is good (compared to other parts of Arlington), and I'd recommend it if you're nearby and craving kabobs!

Came for the Sheeryakh, but had such delicious, authentic Afghan food! I'd give 4.5 stars for some…read moreconstructive modifications to make in the future related to service, but overall amazing food! I left with a full belly and a happy heart. Got a combo of chicken kabob and shami kabob along with a side of their borani banjan/eggplant dish. The eggplant was honestly one of my favorite things- it's a must get in my opinion. Homey dish with incredible flavors! Their naan is fresh and pairs well with it. The chicken was good, but I've had better honestly. The shami was a little disappointing as I expected more flavor and it was slightly dry, but good. Their rice was so tasty and I loved the sweetness coming from the carrots an raisins. Of course, the sheeryakh was great- quite a big portion for one person, but I loved the texture. It tastes very similar to the Indian/South Asian/Pakistani ice cream, "Kulfi." CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK: Service needs improvement. The whole time I was there I had to keep looking for waiters to make eye contact with to ask for menu, water, paying, etc. It took about 10 min or more for me to have to call a busy waiter over just to look at the menu- no one came over on their own. Things just took time for a Saturday night- plus they were hosting an event on top of this. Needless to say, I've never had service like this, but the vibe and food made me be not as harsh. Despite the service, this place is a must try for authentic Afghan cuisine. Can't wait to try more of their menu (and the borani banjan again) in the future!

The chicken bowl was amazing. Friend loved the spinach and we got the chickpea. The star of the…read morenight was the eggplant dish! We have had it at other restaurants but this place topped it!! Way too stuffed to get dessert but the ice cream looked phenomenal!

for under $20 had a generous bed of salad with chicken kebab including chickpea soup, freshly baked…read morebread and delicious white sauce. Highly recommended.

Kabob Bazaar has been in business for years and years and a casual and…read moredelicious meal in this friendly environment is the reason why.  The menu offers a large variety of kabobs as well as stews and other dishes.  We opted for a bit of both and were not disappointed.  We started with the pita and hummus which was a very generous portion.  Then we all passed around the barg kabob, shish kabob, fessenjoon and the dizzi sangi.  Everything was well cooked and flavorful.  We had never had fessenjoon before and it was fun to see it prepared tableside.  The staff was very helpful and kept our tea glasses well filled with a wonderfully fragrant spiced tea.  It was great to see all the families enjoying a meal together as much as we did during our time there.  We finished our meal with the baklava which was beautifully presented.  I tend to like my baklava with a little more honey but it was light and flaky and a great way to end our lunch.